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Only one in three working U.S. adults has a bachelor’s degree, making the investment in your educationone of the best ways to refuel your future. Continuing education enhances your career prospects byopening the doors to new jobs, second careers and promotions. The University of Richmond’s School ofContinuing Studies offers working adults a wide range of opportunities to acquire the knowledge andskills to advance in current careers or transition to new jobs and careers.

Rethinking your career? Want to renew some job skills or Retool your resume? Ready to return toschool? See pages 37 and 39 for our undergraduate and graduate applications and apply today.

uJOIN US THIS SPRING Registration continues through January 10. Classes begin January 11.

It’s nottoo late to enrollfor spring.

Carol Adams, SCS‘07Human ResourcesManagement

scs.richmond.edu

DEGREE PROGRAMS FORADULT STUDENTS

CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 11

Refuel your future.Retool your resume.

Renew your skills.Rethink your career.

Return to school.

uNew M. Ed. In Educational Leadership Begins Prepare to lead a school in Virginia.

S P R I N G 2 O 1 O

Aleta Fonville, SCS ’09IT Mamangement

Contents

uGetting Started4 About SCSQuick reminders for continuing stu-dents regarding registration.

General Information for new students.Learn more about our degrees, flexibleways to earn credit, admissions proce-dures and student resources.

32 Additional InformationA variety of other helpful informationon a variety of topics including finan-cial aid, adding and dropping classes,and making tuition payments.

uClasses10 Class ScheduleClasses are listed alphabetically bysubject and provide a quick glance atall the course details including CRN,day, time and instructor. Detailedcourse descriptions and registrationnotes are listed following the coursedetails.

uRegistration11 Activate Your Net IDInstructions for activating your Net ID.Important for all students and espe-cially important for students enrollingin online or hybrid classes.

24 CalendarImportant dates to remember for thefall semester.

36 Online RegistrationInstructionsStep-by-step instructions on how toregister using BannerWeb, ouronline registration system.

37 ApplicationsReady to enroll? Here’s where you’llfind our undergraduate and graduateapplications.

uSCS ContactsDeanJames L. Narduzzi, Ph.D.289-8135

Senior Associate DeanPatricia Johnson Brown, Ed.D.289-8136

Associate DeansNed Swartz, Ed.D.287-6338David Kitchen, Ph.D.289-8382

Director of Student ServicesSandra Kirkland289-8137

Student Advisors

Lois Willis287-6378Off campus and graduate students

From the CoverWho is the workforce of tomorrow? Mostly it’s the workforce of today. As jobs re-quiring bachelor’s and master’s degrees continue to increase, sending our children to col-lege is only part of the answer. It’s more important than ever that we all make aninvestment in education. For many, that’s a major life change, and we’d like to make it ashassle-free as possible. Education is a great way to keep yourself valuable to your organiza-tion. Complete your bachelor’s degree or pursue an advanced degree. Learn new job skillsby taking a class or two for professional development. Or prepare for a second career by en-rolling in a certificate program. No matter which options you choose, you can feel confidentknowing that it’ll be affordable and convenient at SCS.

Rethinking your career? Want to renew some job skills or retool your resume? Ready toreturn to school? See pages 37 and 39 for our undergraduate and graduate applications andapply today.

uNew and Interesting

18 New Grad Programs in Educational Leader-ship begin spring 2010. We’re now taking appli-cations for two new graduate programs we’restarting to help meet the growing need for highly-qualified public school administrators.

27 Entreprenuership Series. This series includescourses covering selected topics essential to themarketing and management of entrepreneurialenterprises in business, the arts, technology, andthe non-profit sector.

26 Master of Liberal Arts. Looking for a graduatedegree that will let you build a focus that is appli-cable to your personal and professional goals?Take a look at our new Master of Liberal Arts.

28 New Student Orientation. Learn more about thegreat resources available to Richmond students atour New Student Orientation.

30 Now enrolling new students in our Leader-ship Certificate. The significance of effectiveleadership is greater today than ever before aseconomic, legal, and global factors conspire to cre-ate an incredibly complex and challenging environ-ment. SCS’s Certificate of Applied Studies inLeadership has been created to assist in meetingthese challenges.

Every effort has been made to ensure the ac-curacy of the information presented in thisSchedule of Classes. However, all classes, in-structor designations, locations and fees aresubject to change or deletion without notice.Therefore, the provisions of this publicationare not to be regarded as an irrevocable con-tract between the University of Richmond andthe student. Comments and course sugges-tions are welcome. Please call 804-289-8133or e-mail [email protected].

The security of all members of the campuscommunity is of vital concern to the Universityof Richmond. Information regarding crime pre-vention advice, the law enforcement authorityof the University Police, policies concerningthe reporting of any crimes which may occuron campus, and crime statistics for the mostrecent 3-year period may be requested fromthe University of Richmond Police Department,Box 296, University of Richmond, VA 23173 oraccessed athttp://oncampus.richmond.edu/administra-tion/police/ccra.html.

Faculty who inspire. Fellow studentswho want to be challenged.Flexible evening and weekend classes. Incredibleacademic resources. The latest technology. Andmore opportunities than you can imagine.

As part of one of America’s top-ranked privateuniversities, the School of Continuing Studiesoffers an intimate environment designed tomeet the needs of adults. Students gainboth academic knowledge andpractical real-world skills, manyof which immediately transferto the workplace.

If you’re thinking aboutstarting or finishing adegree, you’ll findfaculty and staffdedicated to youracademic successand a school thatoffers a continuingeducationalexperienceunlike anyother.

Get yourcollegedegree…and somuch more.

scs.richmond.edu (804) 289-8133

Cliff Middlebrook, ‘07Liberal Arts

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SPRING 2010

Welcome to the School of ContinuingStudies and the University of Richmond!The School of Continuing Studies is committed to

providing a world-class educational experience for

adult students. With flexible evening, weekend and

online classes, you’ll have access to the latest tech-

nology, stellar facilities and incomparable academic

resources. And with an average class size of 15,

you’ll experience the intimacy of a small college

with exceptional academic and cultural opportuni-

ties found only at larger institutions.

There are no graduate student instructors, no crowded lecture halls and

no students treated as numbers. Instead, our faculty are passionate about

teaching and our staff are committed to providing the support you need

to succeed as a student at the University of Richmond.

The SCS offers a variety of degree options including master’s, bachelor’s

and associate’s degrees, as well as certificates and graduate certificates, in

areas ranging from the liberal arts, education, paralegal studies and infor-

mation systems to emergency services and human resource management.

Our goal is to serve students just like you, who expect more from their

education. Join us and see for yourself.

Sincerely,

James L. Narduzzi, Ph.D.

Dean

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND School of Continuing Studies • scs.richmond.edu • (804) 289-81334

SPRING 2010 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES GENERAL INFORMATION

Return to school to

Retool your resume.Learning new skills and brushing up is a great way tokeep yourself valuable to your organization and preparefor career advancement. Additionally, new credentialslike a bachelor’s or master’s degree or certificate are becoming invaluable in today’s job market.

Renew your career.Thinking about a new job or exploring a promotion?In addition to practical work skills, pursuing a collegedegree will help you develop your ability to write well,communicate effectively, work with groups, engage inproblem solving, and think critically, all highly valuedby employers and essential for those looking to moveup or ahead.

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REFUEL YOUR FUTURE

Rethink your retirement.Looking to postpone retirement and start a secondcareer? Few career changes in today’s world are possi-ble without continuing education, training and devel-opment. Take a look at the variety of career-focusedprograms we offer.

At SCS we offer working adults a wide

range of opportunities to acquire the

knowledge and skills to advance in

current professions or transition

to new jobs and careers. See all that we

have to offer by visiting our website at

scs.richmond.edu

or join us this spring.

Applications are now

being accepted.

refuel your future.


Getting StartedUR Students Not AttendingDuring the Prior SemesterIn order to register for classes, you mustfirst be reactivated for the upcomingterm. Call the School of ContinuingStudies at 289-8133 to have your studentstatus reactivated. You should also pro-vide current address, phone and employ-ment information at this time. Once youhave been reactivated, you’ll be mailedyour University ID. Once you receiveyour University ID, you may register forclasses through BannerWeb.

If you already know your University ID, you may register after you’ve beenreactivated.

Continuing University ofRichmond StudentsIf you attended the University of Rich-mond during the previous term, you donot need to contact the School of Con-tinuing Studies office prior to registeringfor the upcoming term, unless you havemoved or changed employment. Simplyaccess BannerWeb online at:https://bannerweb.richmond.edu/

Please note that you will need your Uni-versity ID and PIN. If you do not knowyour University ID, you can contact theSchool of Continuing Studies and re-quest that your ID be mailed to you.Please allow 3-4 business days.

Students Who Have NotAttended UR in the Last YearIf it has been one year since you last at-tended, you must reapply using the Un-dergraduate Application/New StudentInformation Form on page 37. As withnew students, you’ll receive your Univer-sity ID by mail:

• It will take about three working daysto process your New Student Infor-mation Form, activate your studentrecord and create your University ID.

• You’ll receive your University ID bymail 2-3 days after your studentrecord is activated.

SPRING 2010 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES

Payment OptionsCash or Check. Students may pay forclasses by cash or check in person at theBursar’s Office in Sarah Brunet Hall.Make checks payable to University ofRichmond.

Credit Card/E-Check. Students canpay their student account balance onlineby visiting BannerWeb (https://banner-web.richmond.edu) and clicking on Stu-dent Services/Payment of Tuition andFees/Payment of Tuition and Fees. Stu-dents can pay by credit card using Mas-terCard, American Express, or Discoveror by e-check. Unfortunately, Visa is notaccepted. There is a fee for paying bycredit card. If you have a hold on youraccount, the hold will not be releaseduntil the next business day. If you haveany questions, please call Student Ac-counts at 804-289-8147 or toll free at866-241-8893.

Tuition payment is due by the end ofthe first week of term, whether a stu-dent receives a bill or not.

No credit is given for a term’s work nor adegree conferred until all charges havebeen satisfactorily settled. Failure to makesatisfactory financial arrangements can re-sult in delay of graduation, denial of regis-tration privileges, removal from classes,withholding of transcripts and/ or referralto a collection agency or attorney.

If the University deems it necessary toengage the services of a collectionagency or attorney to collect or to settleany dispute in connection with an unpaidbalance on a student account, the stu-dent will be liable for all collectionagency and/or attorney's fees, reasonableexpenses and costs incurred. Accountsreferred to a collection agency are re-ported to a credit bureau(s).

• Because of confidentiality, we cannotgive out your University ID over thephone. Please keep a copy of yourUniversity ID for your records.

Advising and Program PlanningAn academic advisor will help you plan adegree suited to your needs. You areurged to use this service since informa-tion about programs and University reg-ulations is important to your academicsuccess. To make an appointment withan advisor, call 289-8133.

Registration InformationRegistration for the fall semester beginsTuesday, July 7, 2009, and ends Sunday,August 23, 2009. Late registration is ineffect August 24-August 29, 2009.BannerWeb, the University’s online regis-tration system, is available 24 hours a day,7 days a week with the exception of5 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Saturday.

Classes with insufficient enrollment may becanceled starting August 3, so register early.

From time to time, the system may godown without prior notice because oftechnical problems. We apologize forany inconvenience and appreciate yourcooperation.

Students must have a University ID toregister. New students should completean application. The UndergraduateApplication/Student Information Formcan be found on page 37. The GraduateApplication is on page 39.

Using This ScheduleThis schedule is arranged alphabeticallyby subject area. Class details are listedfirst. Course descriptions and special reg-istration notes follow the class details.

LocationsPlease review your schedule on Banner-Web before classes begin to verify classlocation.

Please review your schedule on BannerWeb before classes begin to verify class location. 7

GENERAL INFORMATION

The SchoolThe University of Richmond School ofContinuing Studies offers degree pro-grams designed specifically for adults withsmall classes, flexible scheduling, a sup-portive atmosphere with incredible facili-ties and academic resources, andtop-notch, unrivaled faculty.

Our average class size is just 15, givingstudents personal, one-on-one attentionboth inside the classroom and out. Ourtuition is affordable–$365 per credithour for undergraduate classes and $438per credit hour for graduate classes–delivering one of the best educationalvalues anywhere.

Recognized as one of the nation’s leadingliberal arts universities, the University ofRichmond blends the intimacy of a smallcollege with exceptional academic andcultural opportunities usually found onlyat larger institutions that focus solely ontraditional-age students.

DegreesWe offer the following degree programs.

Education

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in

Applied Studies in Teacher

Licensure Preparation

• Master of Education in Curriculum

and Instruction

• Master of Education in Educational

Leadership and Policy Studies

Emergency Services Managementand Disaster Science

• Master of Disaster Science

• Master of Emergency Management

• Graduate Certificate in Disaster

Science

• Bachelor of Applied Studies in

Emergency Services Management

Human Resource Management

• Master of Human Resource

Management

• Graduate Certificate in Human

Resource Management


Human Resource Management

Information Systems


Information Systems


IT Management

• Certificate in Applied Studies in

Information Systems (for individuals

who have already earned a bachelor’s

degree)

Leadership


Leadership

Liberal Arts

• Master of Liberal Arts (MLA)

• Bachelor of Liberal Arts

• Weekend College–Accelerated

Bachelor of Liberal Arts

• Associate in Liberal Arts

Paralegal Studies


Paralegal Studies


Paralegal Studies (for individuals

who have already earned a bachelor’s

degree)

Admission RequirementsUndergraduate students applying to theSchool of Continuing Studies shouldhave a cumulative 2.0 grade point aver-age on all previous college work.

We do not require an application fee.

We do not require SAT or ACT scoresor a foreign language.

Interested applicants should submit aSchool of Continuing Studies undergradu-ate application, found on our Web site.

In addition, applicants should request of-ficial transcripts from all college or uni-versities they have attended and havethem mailed directly to the School ofContinuing Studies.

Students seeking admission to theTeacher Licensure Program should call289-8427 for application and admissionsinformation.

Admission requirements for graduateprograms vary by program.

We do not have admissions deadlines;however, all transcripts must be receivedand evaluated before an applicant can beadmitted to a degree program. We adviserequesting transcripts a minimum offour weeks prior to the term in whichyou’d like to start the program.

Admission ProceduresUndergraduate Degree-SeekingStudentsStudents seeking admission to a certifi-cate, associate, or bachelor degree pro-gram in the School of ContinuingStudies must:

• Complete the New Student Informa-tion Form/Undergraduate Applica-tion (on page 37) and mail, fax orbring to the School of ContinuingStudies.

• Submit transcripts from each collegeor university previously attended.

• If you’ve never attended college,show evidence of high school gradu-ation by submission of transcripts orthe General Education Development(GED) equivalency.

• If you attended University of Rich-mond previously, but did not attendthe last semester, call 289-8133 to bereinstated.

• Once your application file is com-plete, you should receive an admis-sions decision within two weekswhich will include your University ID.



Flexible Ways to EarnUndergraduate CreditCollege Level ExaminationProgram (CLEP)The School of Continuing Studiesawards credit based on acceptable per-formance on specified tests of the Col-lege Level Examination Program.Generally, a student may not attemptcredit by examination for a course inwhich a failing grade was received or fora basic course in those areas in which ac-ceptable college credit has been earnedat a more advanced level. For informa-tion about general and subject examina-tions, contact the School of ContinuingStudies.

American Council on Education(ACE)ACE’s College Credit RecommendationService (CREDIT) reviews and offerscollege-level credit recommendations formany training courses, apprenticeshipprograms and examination. An officialACE Credit Recommendations Tran-script must be submitted directly to theSchool of Continuing Studies for reviewof the equivalency and transfer. Formore information on ACE or to order atranscript contact the web site athttp://www.acenet.edu.

Advanced Placement Program(AP)The School of Continuing Studies par-ticipates in the Advance Placement pro-gram of the College Board. A studentthat successfully completed AP examina-tions prior to their entry in a college-levelprogram may have official scores submit-ted to the University for review. Scoressubmitted within ten years of comple-tion of the examination will be consid-ered for the quivalency and transfer ofcredit. To order test scores contactwww.ETS.org.

Independent StudyAn independent study is a course takenwith faculty supervision for knowledgeenhancement beyond the courses offeredin a particular area of interest. In rarecases, when scheduling or other conflictsexist, a regular course may be taken as anindependent study. Independent studycourses may be used in the Areas ofStudy and General Distribution and maybe used to enhance courses in the major.Consult with your academic advisor be-fore applying to earn credit by independ-ent study.

Transfer CreditCourses offered in transfer will be evalu-ated for acceptance provided the workwas taken at an institution accredited asdegree-granting by a recognized regionalaccrediting body for higher education atthe time the course work is completed. Agrade of or equivalent to C (2.0) or bet-ter must have been earned in the particu-lar course. Course work accepted intransfer shall be applied to specific de-gree requirements subject to the discre-tion of the School of ContinuingStudies. Transfer work will be acceptedduring the final semester of a programonly with prior approval. CLEP examsare considered transfer credits. Addi-tional information on our transfer policyis located in the current edition of ourcatalog.

Portfolio Assessment of Prior LearningYet another way for students to earn aca-demic credit is by portfolio assessmentof prior learning. This involves develop-ing a learning portfolio that demonstratescollege-level learning that occurred onthe job or during training, through volun-teer work or by other means. By prepar-ing and submitting a learning portfolio,SCS students can earn up to 30 creditstoward a bachelor’s degree and 15 creditstoward an associate’s degree. Six hours ofportfolio credit may be applied towardthe certificate or toward the major. Stu-dents become eligible to submit portfo-lios after completing 12 semester hours atthe University of Richmond. Additionalinformation on portfolio assessment ofprior learning is located in the currentedition of our catalog.

Teacher Licensure ProgramStudents seeking admission to theTeacher Licensure Program should call289-8427 for application and admissionsinformation.

Undergradute Non-Degree-Seeking StudentsStudents desiring to take a class orclasses in the School of ContinuingStudies for college credit, but who arenot pursuing a degree must:

• Complete the New Student Informa-tion Form (on page 37) and mail, fax,or bring to the School of ContinuingStudies. If you attended previously,but did not attend last semester, call289-8133 to be reinstated.

• Select course(s) to be taken.

Graduate Students• Submit a graduate application (page

39) and a non-refundable $50 applica-tion fee.

• Submit transcripts from each collegeor university previously attended.

• Admissions requirements vary byprogram. Log on to our Web site atscs.richmond.edu to see specific pro-gram admissions requirements.

Note: A student who is not eligible to return toanother college or university may not be admittedto any SCS program, even with unclassified sta-tus, until a minimum of one semester haselapsed. Official transcripts from all institutionspreviously attended by such a student must befiled in the Office of the Dean.

Your University IDStudents must have an official UniversityID to register. Here’s how you’ll receiveyour ID:

• Submit your application.• It will take about three working days

to process your application, activateyour student record and create yourUniversity ID.

• You’ll receive your University ID bymail 2-3 days after your studentrecord is activated.

• Because of confidentiality, we cannotgive out your University ID over thephone. Please keep a copy of yourUniversity ID for your records.


GENERAL INFORMATION

Student ResourcesAt SCS, you will be challenged to exceland reach your full potential. To help yousucceed, the University offers a wealthof student resources to assist you inmaking the most of your experience.

Academic Skills CenterThe Academic Skills Center provides ac-ademic support to all students (i.e., un-dergraduate, graduate, etc.). Using aholistic approach, the Center incorpo-rates counseling and study skills tech-niques. The Center offers a unique PeerAcademic Skills Tutoring (PAST) pro-gram staffed with tutors who are trainedto simultaneously provide tutorial assis-tance in a variety of disciplines and studyskills. For information, call 804/289-8626 or come by the Center to schedulean appointment.

Ready MindsReady Minds is a distance career counsel-ing organization. Eligible students arethose who:

• are admitted to a pre or post-bac-calaureate certificate, graduate certifi-cate, associate, bachelor or master’sdegree-seeking program,

• have completed 12 semester hours atthe University of Richmond and

• are in good academic standing.

More information about Ready Minds isavailable on the School of ContinuingStudies website scs.richmond.edu.

Career Development Center(CDC)SCS students within two semesters ofcompleting their degree program (associ-ate or bachelor degree), may establish aneRecruiting account through the CareerDevelopment Center. This provides ac-cess to job listings, employer contacts,and on-campus interviews. Account acti-vation forms are available on the CDCwebsite cdc.richmond.edu. Students en-rolled in the Teacher Licensure Programmay establish an eRecruiting account aspart of their teacher credential file.

The Career Development Center Re-sources Library, located in Room G-18,Richmond Hall contains a wide varietyof books on resume writing, career pathsin various fields, and interviewing skills.Hours of operation: Monday throughFriday, 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

SCS students also have access to valuableresources, sample resumes, cover letters,and job search advice available online.Information about annual Career Fairsand upcoming events is also available onthe website.

The Speech CenterThe Speech Center serves the entire Uni-versity community in the pursuit ofspeaking proficiency. Closely associatedwith the Department of Rhetoric andCommunication Studies, the Center isdesigned to support courses emphasizingspeech and oral presentations across thecurriculum.

For information, call 804/289-8814, visitthe Center’s website http://speech.rich-mond.edu or visit the Speech Center onthe fourth floor of Weinstein Hall.

The Writing CenterThe Writing Center provides individualtutoring in writing for undergraduate andgraduate students in any course or aca-demic discipline. SCS students may alsoto use the Online Writing Lab for virtualtutorials with a Continuing Studies Spe-cialist. For information visit the Center’sWeb site at writing.richmond.edu.

Computer LabsIn addition to a wireless campus net-work, more than 400 PC and Mac work-stations are conveniently located incomputer labs spread across campus of-fering students full access to the Univer-sity’s high-speed network and extensiveonline resources.

Libraries Resources & ServicesThe University of Richmond Librariesprovide services that suit the needs of alllearners–whether on campus or hun-dreds of miles away. These include:

• The library’s Connect from HomeWeb page provides instruction on theuse of the proxy server for access tolicensed databases. It also provides a

link to the IS page providing down-load and installation instructions forestablishing a VPN (Virtual PrivateNetwork) connection.

• The Ask a Librarian Web page listsmultiple ways to use various commu-nication technologies to seek one-to-one assistance from a referencelibrarian.

• The netLibrary collection of elec-tronic books available to the URcommunity now numbers more than44,000 titles. These are accessibleboth through the UR libraries onlinecatalog and the netLibrary Web site athttp://www.netlibrary.com/. Visit thelist of Online Databases (see below)and select the netLibrary link to enterthrough the University's subscription.

• The library’s list of online databasesprovides access to nearly 200 data-bases selected to support the univer-sity’s curricula.

• A guide to online reference sourceslinks students to helpful free re-sources.

• The research guides by subject areavailable on the library Web site andprovide lists of resources, in printand online, organized by academicsubject

• The online catalog and the JournalLocator provide access to print andelectronic resources in the libraries’collections.

• The Research Express page offerstips to students not sure of how toget started in their search for infor-mation.

• Self-help tools are available throughthe Library and Information SkillsTutorials page.

And be sure to check out the Library’sdelivery service for distance learners! Asa service to SCS Distance Education stu-dents and faculty, UR Libraries will sup-ply library-owned materials via FedExground and email to eligible faculty andstudents in the following programs:

• Weekend College• Emergency Services Management• Master of Disaster Science• Master of Emergency Mangement



AccountingACCT 302U Principles of Managerial Accounting

20014 01 3 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Lowery $1,095Basic theory, concepts, and procedures necessary to develop and interpret managerial accountingdata, including cost and budget information, and capital project evaluations, for managerial deci-sion-making. Prerequisite: ACCT 300U or ACCT 301U recommended.

Adult EducationADED 200U Experiential Learning and Portfolio Preparation

22116 01H 3 Tuesday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM Banks $1,095Exploration of experiential learning, portfolio assessment and other alternative methods of earningcollege credit. Students gain confidence in critical thinking, organizing, and writing and a clearer senseof educational goals. In preparation for submitting a portfolio, students learn how to identify and as-sess learning that has occurred outside of the classroom, develop a narrative, and document theirlearning. This class is required for students planning to request credit by portfolio assessment.

Note: In-class/online hybrid. Special dates: Jan 12, 26; Feb 9, 23; Mar 16, 30; Apr 13, 27

ADED 201U Portfolio Submission/Assessment20016 01 0 TBD – Banks $100For students who wish to seek credit for prior learning through the Portfolio program. Prerequisite:ADED 200U. Requires $100.00 nonrefundable portfolio review fee.

Note: Departmental approval required.

ADED 303U Thinking About the Paranormal22117 01B 3 Online – Zelinski $1,095A recent Gallup Poll shows that about three in four Americans hold some paranormal belief - in atleast one of the following: extrasensory perception, haunted houses, ghosts, mental telepathy,clairvoyance, astrology, communicating with the dead, witches, reincarnation, and channeling.How reasonable are these beliefs? Can they be supported or discounted via modern science or arethey purely a matter of faith or personal opinion? What makes one belief or explanation more rea-sonable than another? Is it immoral to hold beliefs that are not supported by strong evidence? Thiscourse examines these and other questions.

Note: Online course format.

ArtART 209U Photography as Art

22118 01 3 Saturday 9:00 AM–2:30 PM Alley $1,095Basic black and white darkroom techniques emphasizing development of aesthetic sensibilities.History of photography through exposure to work of past and contemporary photographers. Note:Adjustable camera required.

Note: Special dates: Jan 16, 30; Feb 13, 27; Mar 20; Apr 3, 17; May 1

ART 398U ST: Americans on the Move22138 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Hanson Wray $1,095This interdisciplinary course will examine the patterns, causes, effects, and meanings of migrations toand within America from the seventeenth century to the present. Among the topics to be covered arethe seventeenth century European incursions into North America, the first westward movement in andfrom the Virginia Colony, slavery and the Middle Passage, the great movement west following theLewis and Clark expedition, the “Great Migration” of African Americans after the Civil War and in the20th century, the displacement of Americans during the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression of the1930s, the forced migration of Japanese-Americans from their west coast homes during World War II,as well as the more recent movement of Americans to the Sunbelt states.

Inspiring CampusThe University of Richmond is nestledamong 350 acres of hundred-year-oldpines, rolling hills and inspiring architec-ture surrounding a 10-acre lake. Nowonder it’s consistently cited by ThePrinceton Review as one of the mostbeautiful campuses in the nation.Located in the western suburbs of Rich-mond, the campus combines the safetyof a suburban environment with easyaccess so commuting is very manage-able for adult students.See for yourself by visiting campus andattending an upcoming Information Ses-sion for Adult Students. Check our Website for event details.

CRN Sec Hrs. Day Time Instructor Cost


CLASS SCHEDULE

Art StudioARTS 105U Art for Non-Majors: Introduction to Drawing

22071 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Lane $1,095An introduction to drawing materials and techniques; the basics of two dimensional design, includinga brief introduction to color theory. The semester will culminate in the execution of a three-dimen-sional work of art. No previous experience will be assumed; a hands-on, lab-style course.

BiologyBIOL 221U Environmental Biology

20022 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Maurakis $1,095Humankind's position in and influence on ecosystems of world viewed biologically and physically.

BIOL 398U ST: Great Ideas in Science22072 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Brown $1,095This course is designed for non-science majors. The non-technical course integrates and focuses onthe major events of biology, chemistry, and physics that have shaped the course of science through thecenturies. The idea behind each major advance is treated in its historical context, with special atten-tion to its importance in mankind's understanding of the nature of the universe. Everyday exampleswill be incorporated in the course to help the student understand the relationship between individualsand the natural world.

EconomicsECON 377U Principles of Economics

20025 01H 3 Thursday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Shuai $1,095A survey course which introduces students to the general economic principles that guide the na-tion's economy and influences HRM. Topics will include such things as inflation, exchange rates,consumer price index, and supply and demand. Focus will be placed on how economic variablesinfluence such things as supply of labor, compensation, recruitment, and retention.

Note: In-class/online hybrid.

ECON 398U ST: Boom & Bust: America’s Road to Prosperity22137 01B 3 Online – Zinn $1,095Students in this course will consider the major economic events impacting the history of the U.S.,including colonization, the industrial revolution, westward expansion, transportation, the WorldWars, and booms and busts. More contemporary issues including the energy crises, Reaganomics,and service economy will also be explored.

Note: Online.

EducationEDUC 306U Integrated Curriculum Methods

22089 01 3 Monday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM Stohr-Hunt $1,09522091 02 3 Tuesday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM STAFF $1,095Comprehensive examination of curriculum, instruction, assessment and learning in pre K-6 sci-ence and social studies education. Requires 10 hours of field study in an elementary school.

Note: TLP majors only.

EDUC 310U Curriculum Methods20027 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Lanham $1,095Comprehensive introduction to pedagogy to include principles of learning; application of skills indiscipline and grade-specific methodology; selection and use of materials; Virginia SOLs and na-tional curriculum standards; and evaluation of student performance. Students will complete a 10-hour practicum that will include classroom observations in either an elementary or secondaryschool, lesson plan development, and reflective analysis of the practicum experience.



Activating Your Net IDPrior to the first day of class, you will need toactivate your University of Richmond computeraccount (net ID). If you are enrolling in a classwhich has an online component, we recom-mend that you activate your account as soonas possible after receiving your University ID.To activate your account please go to:

https://wwws.richmond.edu/webpassThese instructions are repeated there alongwith a link to the account activation web page. •At the bottom of the first page is the link forAccount Activation •At the next page please click on the “con-tinue” button.•At the next page please fill in the re-quested information–your University ID andyour birth date (MMDDYY) and click thesubmit button. (At this time the system willverify you are an accepted student.)•You will then be asked to pick a password.There is a description of what makes a goodpassword athttp://oncampus.richmond.edu/is/account/pickpw.html. Please read this before deciding onyour password. You must enter the samepassword in both spaces for it to register.Then click on the “continue” button.Be sure to have a security question on file sothat the Help Desk can assist you without youhaving to come to campus.You will be returned to a page that will includeyour “netid” and your University of Richmonde-mail address. Please note: We use a secureserver so your personal information will be en-crypted before being sent over the Internet.If you have problems with any of theseprocesses, please contact the Help Desk at804-287-6400 or [email protected].



EDUC 317U Foundations of Teaching and Learning20029 01 3 Monday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM Perry $1,09520162 02 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Gilliam $1,095Series of forums for discussion and examination of critical issues related to teaching profession.Topics include orientation to the profession; microteaching (using the Speech Center); child devel-opment; teaching diverse learners, and legal issues in education.


EDUC 318U Diverse Learners20030 01 2 Wednesday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Parrott $73020031 02 2 Thursday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Amann $730Designed to provide students with historical and contemporary perspectives on the critical issues, profes-sional practices, and state and federal laws influencing the education of exceptional students; and an un-derstanding of the characteristics and needs of children placed in the most prevalent disability categories.


EDUC 324U The Teaching of Reading20032 01 3 Wednesday 4:15 PM–6:45 PM Leahy $1,09520033 02 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Alley $1,095In-depth examination of developmental nature of language and reading ability and its link to liter-acy development. Study of methods and materials associated with reading instruction.


EDUC 327U The Teaching of Mathematics20034 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM STAFF $1,095In-depth examination of the strategies and methodologies of teaching elementary mathematicsintegrating state and national standards, problem solving, manipulatives, current research, andlearning theories.


EDUC 338U Instructional Technology Integration20036 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Woodward $1,09520037 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Bray $1,095Theory and pedagogy of integrating common and practical instructional technologies within theteaching and learning environment and across the curriculum. Includes current practice, skill build-ing and exploration of resources to better prepare educators to fully understand the potential, theconsequences and future uses of instructional technology to address the needs of all learners.


EDUC 350U Content Area Reading20039 01 3 Thursday 4:15 PM–6:45 PM STAFF $1,095Reading and critical thinking in secondary content areas. Specific strategies are explored that en-hance comprehension, concept development, and vocabulary knowledge. Effects of text organiza-tion and relationship between reading and writing are examined for all content areas.


EDUC 358U Classroom and Behavior Management20040 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Robinson $1,09522108 02 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM STAFF $1,095Behavioral principles and procedures for reducing classroom problems, increasing motivation, andstrengthening desired classroom behavior.


Professional Development forEducatorsWe are excited about the schedule ofclasses we offer to help educators meettheir continuing education requirementseach semester. In addition to offeringhigh-quality, graduate-level courses, out-standing faculty and reduced tuition, ed-ucators will find flexible options withcourses offered at convenient late after-noon and evening times and on-site atseveral Richmond-area schools. We arealso offering online courses to offer youadditional flexibility. Our complete sched-ule is listed beginning on page 37.

Our program supports beginning and ca-reer teachers and administrators by pro-viding high quality professional educationcourses to:• address initial licensure requirements• satisfy licensure renewal regulations• satisfy special education conditional li-cense prerequisites

Need additional information?Please contact Dr. Patricia Amann,Outreach Program Coordinator, [email protected] or(804) 484-1584.



CLASS SCHEDULE

EDUC 475U Student Teaching, Elementary (PreK-6)20041 01 12 TBD – Wheeler $4,000Direct contact with students in a classroom on a full-time basis for 15 weeks under the directionof a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor. Student assumes full teacher responsibilityfor all instructional periods and school activities. Graded pass/fail; however a comprehensiveevaluation is completed for each student teacher. Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses. Co-requisite: EDUC 485U.

Note: TLP majors only. Must also register for EDUC 485U.

EDUC 477U Student Teaching, Secondary (6-12)20042 01 12 TBD – Wheeler $4,000Direct contact with students in a classroom on a full-time basis for 15 weeks under the directionof a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor. Student assumes full teacher responsibilityfor all instructional periods and school activities. Graded pass/fail; however a comprehensiveevaluation is completed for each student teacher. Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses. Co-requisite: EDUC 485U.


EDUC 478U Student Teaching, Comprehensive (PreK-12)20043 01 12 TBD – Wheeler $4,000Direct contact with students in a classroom on a full-time basis for 15 weeks under the directionof a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor. Student assumes full teacher responsibilityfor all instructional periods and school activities. Graded pass/fail; however a comprehensiveevaluation is completed for each student teacher. Prerequisite: Completion of all core courses. Co-requisite: EDUC 485U.


EDUC 485U Student Teaching Seminar20045 02 2 Monday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Hall $73020046 03 2 Tuesday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Hall $73022094 04 2 Thursday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Wheeler $730This weekly seminar for student teachers provides a forum for discussion and examination of criti-cal issues related to students' teaching responsibilities and competence. Also provides guidancein the preparation of the Teacher Work Sample. Co-requisite: EDUC 475U, 477U or 478U.


EDUC 506U Integrated Curriculum Methods22090 01 3 Monday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM Stohr-Hunt $1,31422092 02 3 Tuesday 4:00 PM–6:40 PM STAFF $1,314Comprehensive examination of curriculum, instruction, assessment and learning in pre K-6 sci-ence and social studies education. Requires 10 hours of field study in an elementary school.


EDUC 510U Curriculum Methods20048 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Lanham $1,314Comprehensive introduction to pedagogy to include principles of learning; application of skills indiscipline and grade-specific methodology; selection and use of materials; Virginia SOLs and na-tional curriculum standards; and evaluation of student performance.


EDUC 517U Foundations of Teaching and Learning20050 01 3 Monday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM Perry $1,31420163 02 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Gilliam $1,314Series of forums for discussion and examination of critical issues related to teaching profession.Topics include orientation to the profession; philosophical, political and social issues in education;child development; teaching diverse learners, and legal issues in education.


Registering for anOnline or Hybrid Class?If you’re planning to register foran online or hybrid class, youshould activate your Net ID

before the start of the semester.See page 11 for complete

instructions.




Employer-ProvidedTuition AssistanceMany companies and organizations offertuition assistance programs to help re-tain employees and develop their knowl-edge and skills. Don’t overlook thisimportant resource, especially if you’re astate or federal employee or an activeduty service member. Ask your supervi-sor, human resources or associate devel-opment office whether tuition benefitsare available to you.

EDUC 518U Diverse Learners20051 01 2 Wednesday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Parrott $87620052 02 2 Thursday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Amann $876Designed to provide students with historical and contemporary perspectives on the critical issues, profes-sional practices, and state and federal laws influencing the education of exceptional students; and an un-derstanding of the characteristics and needs of children placed in the most prevalent disability categories.


EDUC 524U The Teaching of Reading20053 01 3 Wednesday 4:15 PM–6:45 PM Leahy $1,31420054 02 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Alley $1,314In-depth examination of developmental nature of language and reading ability and its link to liter-acy development. Study of methods and materials associated with reading instruction. Prerequi-site: EDUC 510U recommended.


EDUC 527U The Teaching of Mathematics20055 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM STAFF $1,314In-depth examination of the strategies and methodologies of teaching elementary mathematics integrat-ing state and national standards, problem solving, manipulatives, current research, and learning theories.Prerequisite: EDUC 510U recommended.


EDUC 538U Instructional Technology Integration20057 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Woodward $1,31420058 02 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Bray $1,314Theory and pedagogy of integrating common and practical instructional technologies within theteaching and learning environment and across the curriculum. Includes current practice, skill build-ing and exploration of resources to better prepare educators to fully understand the potential, theconsequences, and future uses of instructional technology to address the needs of all learners.Prerequisite: EDUC 510U recommended.


EDUC 550U Content Area Reading20060 01 3 Thursday 4:15 PM–6:45 PM STAFF $1,314Reading and critical thinking in secondary content areas. Specific strategies are explored that en-hance comprehension, concept development, and vocabulary knowledge. Effects of text organiza-tion and relationship between reading and writing are examined for all content areas.Prerequisite: EDUC 510U recommended.Note: TLP majors only.

EDUC 558U Classroom and Behavior Management20061 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Robinson $1,31422109 02 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–9:10 PM $1,314Behavioral principles and procedures for reducing classroom problems, increasing motivation, andstrengthening desired classroom behavior. Prerequisite: EDUC 510U recommended.


EDUC 575U Student Teaching, Elementary (PreK-6)22024 01 12 TBD – Wheeler $4,700Direct contact with students in a classroom on a full-time basis for 15 weeks under the direction of a co-operating teacher and a University supervisor. Student assumes full teacher responsibility for all instruc-tional periods and school activities. Prerequisite: Completion of all professional studies courseworkNote: Graded pass/fail; however a comprehensive evaluation is completed for each studentteacher. EDUC 585U is co-requisite.

Note: TLP majors only. Must also register for EDUC 575U, 577U or 578U.



CLASS SCHEDULE

EDUC 577U Student Teaching, Secondary (6-12)22025 01 12 TBD – Wheeler $4,700Direct contact with students in a classroom on a full-time basis for 15 weeks under the direction of acooperating teacher and a University supervisor. Student assumes full teacher responsibility for all in-structional periods and school activities. Completion of all professional studies coursework

Graded pass/fail; however a comprehensive evaluation is completed for each student teacher.EDUC 585U is co-requisite.Education

EDUC 578U Student Teaching, Comprehensive (PreK-12)22026 01 12 TBD – Wheeler $4,700Direct contact with students in a classroom on a full-time basis for 15 weeks under the direction of a co-operating teacher and a University supervisor. Student assumes full teacher responsibility for all instruc-tional periods and school activities. Prerequisite: Completion of all professional studies coursework.Note: Graded pass/fail; however a comprehensive evaluation is completed for each studentteacher. EDUC 585U is co-requisite.


EDUC 585U Student Teaching Seminar22027 02 2 Monday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Hall $87622028 03 2 Tuesday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Hall $87622095 04 2 Thursday 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Wheeler $876This weekly seminar for student teachers provides a forum for discussion and examination of criti-cal issues related to students' teaching responsibilities and competence. Also provides guidancein the preparation of the Teacher Work Sample. Prerequisite: Completion of all professional stud-ies coursework. Co-requisite: EDUC 575U, 577U or 578U.


EDUC 601U Foundations of Educational Leadership Studies22087 01 3 Wednesday 5:00 PM–8:00 PM Shields $1,314A survey of the fundamental leadership theories and models as they apply to educational leader-ship. Includes historical and contemporary conceptions, collaborative case study work on currenteducational leadership approaches, personal reflection and leadership development, and bridgingtheory and practice in twenty-first century schools.

Note: M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 603U Leading and Supervising Instruction22088 01 3 Tuesday 5:00 PM–8:00 PM Fisher $1,314This course will prepare students to effectively oversee instructional practices in their school. Theseinclude aligning curriculum and instruction with assessment to achieve high academic success, inno-vative instructional techniques, strategies for monitoring instruction and providing feedback, and en-couraging academic freedom and innovation while respecting benchmarks and standards.Prerequisite: EDUC 601U

M.Ed. students only.

EDUC 652U Differentiated Instruction22107 01 3 Tuesday 5:30 PM–8:10 PM Allan $1,314Introduction to differentiated instruction and examination of why it is appropriate for all learners,how to plan for it, and how to become comfortable enough with student differences to makeschool comfortable for every learner in the classroom.


EDUC 653U Issues, Ethics and Policy in Education20063 01 3 Monday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM Lanham $1,314Examination and reflection on the critical issues in policy, ethics, and law that teachers need inorder to make informed decisions regarding a variety of issues facing schools today.





Tuition and FeesUndergraduate Tuition$365 per credit hour3 credit hour courses: $1,095

ExceptionsADED 201U Portfolio AssessmentNon Refundable Application fee: $100Tuition per semester hour granted: $150

Graduate Tuition$438 per credit hour

Teacher Licensure Program StudentTeaching$4,700 (total cost)

Teacher Professional DevelopmentCourses$232 per Credit Hour3 Credit Hour Course: $696

Graduate Application Fee$50 (Non-Refundable)Due with your application whenapplying to a graduate program.

Late Registration Fee$15

Late Payment FeeA late payment fee will be assessed onunpaid balances. Students who fail tomake satisfactory arrangements for theirsemester fees by the close of businesson the Friday of the first week of theterm will be charged a late payment feeof up to $70.

Parking Permit$30 (thru Summer ‘10)

Auditing FeeCost to audit a course is the same astaking the course for credit.

EDUC 660U Curriculum Development22096 01 3 Tuesday 5:30 PM–8:10 PM Mayo $1,314Identification and understanding of the underlying philosophical principles, societal expectations, and prac-tical demands which must be reflected in the development, delivery and evaluation of school curricula.


EDUC 676U Reflective Practioner Seminar20065 01 3 Thursday 4:30 PM–7:10 PM Cowlbeck $1,314This biweekly seminar for teachers provides a forum for discussion of and reflection on critical is-sues related to their daily responsibilities as classroom teachers. Also provides guidance in thedevelopment and implementation of a Professional Growth Plan. Co-requisite: EDUC 675U.


EDUC 681U Content Specialization and Action Research II 22098 01 3 Monday 5:00 PM–7:40 PM Corallo $1,314Field work and implementation of research project conceived during Content Specialization and ActionResearch I, to include the formal dissemination of research results. Prerequisite: EDUC 680U.


Education - Professional DevelopmentEDUC 344U Tools for Teaching

20066 R01 3 Tuesday 4:30 PM–7:30 PM Burgess $60320067 R02 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:30 PM Burgess $603An integrated discipline, instruction and motivation system. Intended for the practicing teacher (K-12), participants will learn how to organize a classroom to reduce disruption and increase time ontask, increase learning and retention of material with the Say, See, Do instructional approach andVisual Instruction Plans (VIPs), eliminate backtalk and teacher nagging, and turn problem studentsaround with an incentive system that builds responsible behavior.

Note: Off-campus. Visit scs.richmond.edu/education for location.

EDUC 500U Foundations of Education22046 R01 3 Thursday 5:30 PM–8:30 PM Dance $696This course is a graduate level course that explores the social, legal, and philosophical founda-tions of education from historical and contemporary perspectives. The roles and responsibilities ofteachers and schools are examined. Emphasis is placed on using research to understand the evo-lution of education throughout American history. Meets the criteria for a licensure class and isprovided for current K-12 teachers and teachers who are seeking initial licensure.

EDUC 510U Curriculum Methods20069 R01 3 Thursday 5:00 PM–8:00 PM Mayo $696Comprehensive introduction to pedagogy to include principles of learning; application of skills indiscipline and grade-specific methodology; selection and use of materials; Virginia SOLs and na-tional curriculum standards; and evaluation of student performance. Students will complete a 10-hour practicum that will include classroom observations in either an elementary or secondaryschool, lesson plan development, and reflective analysis of the practicum experience.


EDUC 536U Human Growth and Development20070 R01 3 Thursday 5:30 PM–7:00 PM Geary $696This course explores the theory and research related to education, human development and coun-seling. A strong emphasis is placed on the adolescent period of development and the psychologi-cal, emotional, physical and social changes that occur. Meets the criteria for a licensure class andis provided for current K-12 teachers and teachers who are seeking initial licensure.

Note: Online. 1st meeting on campus.



CLASS SCHEDULE

EDUC 548U Emergent Reading20071 R01 3 Wednesday 4:15 PM–7:15 PM Alley $696This course is designed for teachers to develop language acquisition skills and methodologies thatnurture emerging reading and writing abilities of young learners. Emphasis is placed on the criti-cal issue of early intervention for students at-risk for falling behind in the development of readingand comprehension skills and on current research of the developmental nature of reading andwriting. Sound educational practices for beginning readers and writers and intervention tech-niques for children who need support are explored. This course is recommended for professionaleducators seeking to expand their skills for working with young learners.

Note: Off-campus. Visit scs.richmond.edu/education for location. 1st meeting on campus.

EDUC 550U Content Area Reading20072 R01 3 Wednesday 4:30 PM–7:30 PM Massie $696Reading and critical thinking in secondary content areas. Specific strategies are explored that en-hance comprehension, concept development, and vocabulary knowledge. Effects of text organiza-tion and relationship between reading and writing are examined for all content areas.

EDUC 558U Classroom and Behavior Management20073 R01 3 Wednesday 5:00 PM–8:00 PM Fisher $696Behavioral principles and procedures for reducing classroom problems, increasing motivation, andstrengthening desired classroom behavior.

EDUC 565U Foundations and Legal Aspects of Special Education22111 R01 3 Online – Amann $696This is an introductory course that provides an overview of the nature and educational implica-tions of serving students with disabilities and emphasizes the legal aspects of special educationat national, state, and local levels. Relevant legislation associated with the identification, educa-tion and evaluation of students with disabilities will be included in this foundations course.

EDUC 598U ST: Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language22047 R01 3 Monday 4:30 PM–7:30 PM Burnes $696A training class for those wishing to gain appropriate skills for teaching ESL students. This classwill focus on understanding the method of teaching conversational English; understanding the in-ternational Phonetic Alphabet; application of target language groups; essentials of English - knowwhat you teach; methods of instruction (includes drills, activities, lesson resources); and applica-tion of knowledge as students have guided practice in developing skills.


EDUC 598U ST: Perspectives in Gifted Education, Talent Development and Creativity22110 R02 3 Online – Edinger $696This course explores the concepts of Gifted Education, Talent Development and Creativity(GETDC), and examines their factors, measurement, and application to education. Topics includecharacteristics of creative individuals, barriers to creative productivity, strategies to increase cre-ative and critical thinking, ant teaching creativity in special populations of gifted learners.

EDUC 598U ST: Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted and Talented Students20078 R03 3 Online – Edinger $696This course examines the social, emotional, and psychological aspects of gifted children and ado-lescents. Current literature on affective growth and potential adjustment issues will be reviewed.We will also explore the following topics as they pertain to Gifted Education: self-concept, self-acceptance and understanding, peer relations, family relations, bibliotherapy, underachievement,career and college planning, perfectionism, and classroom adjustments to facilitate development.




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EDUC 598U ST: Content and Teaching Strategies for High School Economics Instruction22367 R04 3 Online – Zinn $696This online course will develop a solid foundation for teaching the proposed Virginia High SchoolEconomics and Personal Finance standards within diverse classrooms. Topics will include funda-mental economic concepts, tools of economic reasoning, and engaging/interactive teaching meth-ods. Students will share best practices and learn to incorporate current events within anyeconomics lesson.

EDUC 598U ST: Early Childhood: Typical and Atypical Development22368 R05 3 Online – Williams $696This course explores contemporary best practice and perspectives on early child development.Content includes patterns and sequences of typical development for children from birth to sixyears. Emphasis is on individual differences, cultural influences, and the impact of developmentaldelay and disability during infancy, toddlerhood, and the preschool years. Discussion will also in-clude instructional technology (IT) and assistive technology (AT) applications for this population.

Note: CD required - call 1-800-313-6744 to purchase.

Emergency Services ManagementESM 305U Disasters, Characteristics and Physical Impacts

22048 01B 3 Online – Brushwood $1,095Overview of characteristics of disasters, their impact on population, infrastructure, and economy,and disaster management cycle.

ESM 307U Managing Emergency Operations22049 01B 3 Online – Vaughan $1,095Covers management of complex emergency operations in field using incident management sys-tems and role of emergency operations centers in directing disaster response.

ESM 308U Terrorism22050 01B 3 Online – Barnhill $1,095Examines political basis for terrorism and identifies potential motivations of terrorists and theiroperational implications. Explores terrorist weapons and tactics. Discusses courses of action forterrorism prevention, detection, and response.

ESM 310U Business Continuity Planning22051 01B 3 Online – Briding $1,095Explores the role, organization, and management of business continuity planning in surviving the impactof disaster, continuing to operate to serve clients or customers, and rapidly recovering to full operations.

ESM 313U Disaster Exercises20092 01B 3 Online – Hovis $1,095Examines the role of disaster exercises and tests in an emergency management or business conti-nuity program and addresses how to design and conduct exercises for training and for evaluation.Identifies strategies for use of lessons learned to improve operations and teaches principles ofmanagement of an exercise program.

ESM 315U Business Community Program Management22052 01B 3 Online – Vaughan $1,095Addresses management of business continuity programs and activities in both the corporate andpublic sector environments. Discusses components of a business continuity program and their re-lationships to the overall enterprise. Identifies the role of business continuity as a key componentof strategy, and highlights areas of concern in ensuring a business continuity program supportsthe entire organization in its response to disaster.

ESM 321U Crisis Communications22053 01B 3 Online – Fitzgerald $1,095Overview of the strategies, tactics and tools needed to identify audiences for crisis communica-tions, select the appropriate media, method and time table for communications and frame themessage for maximum positive impact. Identification of hostile agendas and methods for reducingthe effectiveness of media driven campaigns against the organization will also be addressed.


New EducationalLeadership graduateprograms begin inspring 2010.In school environments where greateraccountability and higher demands areplaced on teachers, educational leadersface challenges as never before. In fact,the educational leaders of tomorrowwill require more innovative and non-traditional graduate programs to helpthem succeed. To meet this demand,we’ve developed two new graduate pro-grams in Educational Leadership andPolicy Studies, a Graduate Certificateand a Master of Education. Both com-bine coursework with a practicum com-ponent and an extended reflectiveleadership field experience.We offer a Graduate Certificate forthose seeking an administration/super-vision endorsement for leading a publicschool in Virginia and have alreadyearned a master’s degree. For those whohave not earned a master’s degree, weoffer the Master of Educationoption.

Attend an Info SessionLearn more at an upcoming InformationSession:• July 15: 6:30–8 p.m.• October 7: 6:30–8 p.m.• October 28: 6:30–8 p.m.• November 18: 6:30–8 p.m.Reserve your space by calling our auto-mated reservation line at (804) 287-1204or by completing an online reservationform at:scs.richmond.edu/degrees/info-sessions.


CLASS SCHEDULE

ESM 350U Externship20094 01B 3 Online – Shumate $1,095Basis for student's entry into the emergency management workforce as a recognized professional.Through development of a professional portfolio, certification, professional training series completion,active participation in professional organizations, and a professional reading program, the student de-velops and reflects on specific skills and knowledge required by working emergency managers.

ESM 354U Management and Organization of Public Agencies22054 01B 3 Online – Price $1,095Examines why and how public agencies operate the way they do. Studies the forces acting uponpublic safety agencies and how those forces shape agencies' internal and external practices intheir political environment.

ESM 355U Management by Fact22055 01B 3 Online – $1,095When faced with a critical decision how do you separate fact from fantasy, determine what is rel-evant to your problem, and decide when you have enough information to make a choice? Exam-ines the critical analysis of information and its use as the basis for administrative and operationaldecision making.

ESM 495U Hazards and Threats for the Future22056 01B 3 Online – Gordon $1,095Examines the future of disasters and their management in the context of long-term political, envi-ronmental, technological, economic and social change. Identifies current methods for futuresanalysis and provides a framework for developing tools and resources to design future missionsand strategies for professionals in both emergency management and business continuity and theirorganizations. Develops an understanding of the relationships of vision to the future and relatesthat to the department of programs to protect lives, property and the environment at any level.Note: For undergraduates, completion of required core and focus courses.

ESM 505U Disasters, Characteristics and Physical Impacts22057 01B 3 Online – Lowe $1,314Overview of characteristics of disasters, their impact on population, infrastructure, and economy,and disaster management cycle.

ESM 543U Religion in Disaster22058 01B 3 Online – Roberts $1,314Examines the role of disasters in shaping religious beliefs, how modern religions transmit memo-ries of ancient disasters, and the role of religion in preparing for, responding to, and recoveringfrom disaster events.

ESM 550U War, Terrorism, and Conflict and Their Impact 22059 01B 3 Online – Harris $1,314This course explores the spectrum of conflict from civil discord to regional and global war. It fo-cuses on the third type of disaster and highlights the impact of conflict on natural and built envi-ronments, economic, social, and political systems, and national response to disaster.

ESM 551U Disasters and the Corridors of Production - Globalism and Its Impact22060 01B 3 Online – Green $1,314This course examines how globalization has made international commerce and communicationvital to any single nation and explores how these systems are increasingly vulnerable to disrup-tion by disaster. A focus on case studies allows the student to better understand the effectivenessof various disaster prevention strategies.

ESM 561U Managing Governmental Organizations22061 01B 3 Online – Harris $1,314Emergency managers work in the context of the organization and culture of the government thatemploys them. This course addresses the interplay of organization, legislation, staffing, thebudget, and politics on emergency management.


Which EducationalLeadershipgraduate programis best for you?Graduate Certificate in Educa-tional Leadership and PolicyStudiesThe Graduate Certificate is designedfor educators who have a minimum ofthree years professional work experi-ence and want to obtain an endorse-ment for leading a public school inVirginia. Candidates must haveearned a bachelor’s and a master’sdegree. The Graduate Certificate re-quires 15 semester hours of course-work and six semester hours ofreflective leadership study, which in-cludes both theory and practice.

Master of Education in Educa-tional Leadership and PolicyStudiesThe M.Ed. is designed for educatorswho have a minimum of three yearsprofessional work experience andwant to obtain an endorsement forleading a public school in Virginia andearn a master’s degree to meet therequirements for the endorsement.Candidates must have earned a bach-elor’s degree. The M.Ed. requires thesame 15 semester hours of coursework and six semester hours of re-flective leadership study, which in-cludes both theory and practice, asthe Graduate Certificate candidates.M.Ed. candidates must then take fiveadditional courses.



ESM 564U Defense of Communities: An Integrated Approach22062 01B 3 Online – Green $1,314How we prepare communities to resist disaster impacts determines how bad the outcome of thedisaster will be. The course addresses how to integrate mitigation and preparedness activitiesand to use the recovery and reconstruction periods to prevent future disaster impacts as part of anoverall strategy for community survival.

ESM 567U Managing Emergency Operations20160 01B 3 Online – Lowe $1,314When bad things are happening emergency managers must be able to implement their plans, usethe organization and physical facilities of the emergency operations center to manage the re-sponse, and effective allocate resources and track task completion. The course provides anoverview of current practice and challenges students to develop more effective models.

ESM 595U Hazards and Threats for the Future20098 01B 3 Online – Clements $1,314Examines the future of disasters and their management in the context of long-term political, envi-ronmental, technological, economic and social change. Identifies current methods for futuresanalysis and provides a framework for developing tools and resources to design future missionsand strategies for professionals in both emergency management and business continuity and theirorganizations. Develops an understanding of the relationships of vision to the future and relatesthat to the department of programs to protect lives, property and the environment at any level.

EnglishENGL 112U Professional Communications

20081 01B 3 Online – Hillgrove $1,095Learn how to use the art of persuasion to get what you want (and where you want to be) in the busi-ness world. Emphasis on professional writing (memos, letters, e-mails, reports) and oral presentations.Prerequisite: ENGL 100U & ENGL 101U or ENGL 201U, 202U & 203U.

ENGL 201U Strategic Reading20082 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM STAFF $1,09520083 02B 3 Online – STAFF $1,09520084 03B 3 Online – STAFF $1,095Designed to support the development of critical reading skills across content areas. A transactionalmodel of reading will be examined to enhance the importance of active, engaged reading for compre-hension. Specific strategies to develop reading skills using a highly interactive approach.

ENGL 202U Advanced Academic Writing20085 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Schmitz $1,09520086 02B 3 Online – Hocutt $1,09520087 03B 3 Online – Levy $1,095Course organized around academic writing including literary and critical essays. Students willpractice the fundamentals of process writing including pre-writing, drafting, revising and peer re-sponse. Critical readings of essays on a variety of topics will be central to the course, as will at-tention to sentence structure, grammar and mechanics. No research paper will be required.Prerequisite: ENGL 201U; may be taken concurrently

ENGL 203U Research Process20088 01 3 Tuesday 7:00–9:40 PM Stevens/Princiotto-Gorrell $1,09520089 02 3 Wednesday 7:00–9:40 PM Stevens/Princiotto-Gorrell $1,09522073 03B 3 Online – Stevens/Hocutt $1,095This course will cover the process of researching and writing a documented argument paper. Top-ics covered will include forming a strategy, learning the library's resources, incorporating evi-dence, avoiding plagiarism and writing correct citations. Prerequisite: ENGL 201U and ENGL 202U


Want to transfer?Once a student decides they are seriousabout transferring, we suggest attend-ing an Information Session for AdultStudents, which are held periodicallythroughout the year.You can also schedule a meeting with astudent advisor for an unofficial audit oftransfer work or to discuss degree op-tions. You do not have to apply or be ad-mitted to SCS to meet with a studentadvisor.Are you thinking about transferring at alater date? Our student advisors are alsowilling to speak to you before your cur-rent school’s registration begins to helpchoose courses that have a high likeli-hood of transferability and complete thegeneral education requirements or yourdesired degree program.Students can transfer a maximum of 60credit hours to an SCS undergraduatedegree program.


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ENGL 398U ST: Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales22140 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Reilly $1,095This course focuses primarily on Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales. The premise of thisearly English masterpiece is that its pilgrims are journeying to Canterbury – they never arrive. Thereal destination of the text turns out to be not a hallowed fourteenth-century shrine, but the mys-tery of personality and significance of the stories people tell. Students will read the richly variedarray of the pilgrims’ tales first to enjoy them as stories told exceedingly well, and then to searchout Chaucer’s implicit understanding of what makes a good story, how narrative reveals some-thing about the teller’s personality, cultural context, and social background, and how power andvalue systems are challenged and negotiated through dialogic discourse. The flowering of Englishinto a literary language will also be examined.

ENGL 398U ST: Jane Austen and Her Novels22142 02 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Herweyer $1,095In this course students will read and analyze selected novels by Jane Austen, as well as certainpassages from others of her novels. Austen’s life will also be examined in the context of the eraand society in which she lived.

GeologyGEOL 398U ST: The Global Impact of Climate Change

22074 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Kitchen $1,095This course has been funded by the NASA Global Climate Change Education Program.

Recent climate change and concern about global warming has been described as a threat toglobal security by some and as a great hoax by others. This course will take a dispassionate lookat the evidence for climate change and consider the charge that man made greenhouse gasemissions are to blame. First you will review the evidence for global warming and climatechange. You will then explore the science behind climate change and investigate the impact ofglobal warming around the world. You will contrast the development of climate change policy inthe United Nations, United States, Europe and the developing world, and identify some of theeconomic and ethical issues involved. Next you will use your knowledge to suggest changes inenergy policy that could help mitigate the worst impacts of climate change and then finally rec-ommend how society can adapt to climate change in the future. The course is open to all stu-dents. No background in science or mathematics is required.

HistoryHIST 322U Moments in Time II: History of the Americas

22076 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Roberts $1,095Using important events in the history of the Americas, the course explores both content andmethod of historical study. Generally following the underlying teaching principle of the publicradio program 'A Moment in Time' allows students to examine significant events in the Americasin their historical context.

HIST 398U ST: Americans on the Move22078 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Hanson/Wray $1,095This interdisciplinary course will examine the patterns, causes, effects, and meanings of migrations toand within America from the seventeenth century to the present. Among the topics to be covered arethe seventeenth century European incursions into North America, the first westward movement in andfrom the Virginia Colony, slavery and the Middle Passage, the great movement west following theLewis and Clark expedition, the “Great Migration” of African Americans after the Civil War and in the20th century, the displacement of Americans during the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression of the1930s, the forced migration of Japanese-Americans from their west coast homes during World War II,as well as the more recent movement of Americans to the Sunbelt states.




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HIST 398U ST: Witnesses to History22370 02 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Wray/Alley $1,095In this course students will examine both the general historic context and selected critical eventsand movements of the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s in the United States, or affecting the UnitedStates. Among the topics covered will be the Civil Rights and Women’s Rights Movements, theassassinations of John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King, and the Vietnam War. The opportunityto learn how to “do” oral history, using the firsthand accounts of individuals who were witnessesto and/or participants in the events of the three decades will be a part of the course work, as willan examination of the impact of the media’s presentation of important events and developmentsand how they were perceived by the public.

Human Resource ManagementHRM 388U Internship

20103 01 3 TBD – Meinhard $1,095Applied experience in Human Resource Management in an organizational setting. Working closelywith an assigned faculty member and a site supervisor, student will be assigned projects or dutiesthat are outside of his or her normal job. Intent is to offer the student opportunities to gain newknowledge or skills in the field of HRM. Students may receive credit for only one (1) internshipwhile enrolled in the School of Continuing Studies. Prerequisite: Student must have completed theHRM Core Courses (15 credits) prior to being considered for this course.


HRM 467U International Human Resource Management22063 01H 3 Wednesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Strait/Flynn $1,095This course allows the student to place the role of HRM within a global perspective and demon-strates the borderless and fluid workforce which is emerging today. Aspects of the course will in-clude issues such as outsourcing, worker visas, multi-national companies, cultural differences,immigration patterns and other global issues effecting HRM efforts today. Prerequisite: Completea minimum of 18 hours in the HRM curriculum to include HRM 343U and ECON 377U before en-rolling.


HRM 499U Senior Seminar in HRM20105 01H 3 Monday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Bruny $1,095Course represents the summary experience for graduating seniors. The course includes a collec-tion of case studies that allows the student to apply the knowledge obtained in previous HRMcourses contained within the undergraduate curriculum. Prerequisite: Complete a minimum of 18hours in the HRM curriculum to include HRM 343U and ECON 377U before enrolling.


HRM 531U Human Resource Management20165 01 3 Thursday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Leatherman $1,314This course in human resources uses an HR development point of view in which employees are consid-ered assets to be developed rather than costs to be minimized. Topics include recruiting, hiring, training,retaining, rewarding, and promoting employees; employment planning, performance management sys-tems, and succession planning; and managing outsourced relationships. Special attention is given toquality of working life issues; the balance between work and non-work; traditional and nontraditionalincentives; and generational, cultural, and ethnic differences in employees' needs and values.

HRM 532U Legal Issues in Human Resource Management20106 01 3 Monday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Barr $1,314Every manager and HR professional will face numerous legal challenges to managing people in aworkplace. In fact, employment-related litigation is one of the greatest financial risks facing any or-ganization. This class will explore in a practical way the federal and state laws associated with hiring,firing and discipline, medical leave (including FMLA, ADA and worker's compensation), discrimination,harassment, immigration, labor law, unemployment compensation, religion in the workplace and statelaw torts including defamation and privacy. The course will also explore workplace investigations,workplace violence and employment-related legal processes, including EEOC Charges and lawsuits.


“Can I afford it?”The University of Richmond School ofContinuing Studies is committed tohelping adult students with their invest-ment in higher education. Financial as-sistance, in the form of scholarships,grants, and loans, is available to Schoolof Continuing Studies (SCS) studentswho need help with their educationalexpenses. Students must be enrolled ina degree or certificate program at Rich-mond and must be U.S. citizens or per-manent residents. Specific enrollmentrequirements and application processesvary depending on the aid program.Most applications are available on lineat: www.richmond.edu/financialaid/


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HRM 635U Managing Compensation and Benefits20108 01 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:15 PM Kelley $1,314Course examines the use of reward systems (especially monetary) in the motivation of goal-oriented be-havior as a major factor in influencing behavior. The effects of reward systems on recruiting, perform-ance, satisfaction, and tenure are examined. Explores pay system components such as: entry positionrates, job evaluation systems, merit pay plans, and employee income security systems. Legal aspectssuch as federal wage and hour laws and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act are included.

HRM 639U Recruitment and Retention20109 01H 3 Tuesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Strait $1,314Various methods for recruiting, selecting, and retaining employees are examined. Topics may in-clude equal employment opportunity, human resource planning, determination of staffing needs,internal and external recruitment strategies, selection interviews, tests and assessment proce-dures, placement, promotion, transfer policies, and retention strategies.


HRM 647U Human Resource Information Systems20110 01H 3 Wednesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Gautam $1,314Application of computer and communications technologies to solving HRM problems, e.g., laborsourcing; employee collaboration, training, and development; knowledge management; manage-rial decision-making. Use of multimedia, storage, and mobile devices, networks, HRIS databasetechnologies, and collaborative Internet technologies supporting the contemporary workplace.


HumanitiesHUM 310U Survey of the Western Traditions in the Humanities II

20111 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Hanson/Reilly $1,095Interdisciplinary course designed to introduce student to panorama of Western civilization. Litera-ture, art, music and history combined to present Man's great adventure from Stone Age to JetAge. Prerequisite: HUM 309U; ENGL 100U & ENGL 101U or ENGL 201U, 202U & 203U.


HUM 346U The History of Human Expression20001 01H 6 Friday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Hanson/Reilly $2,190

Saturday 9:00 AM–2:30 PMExamination of the arts in their wide variety: visual, literary, plastic and melodic. Note: Requiredfor accelerated Bachelor of Liberal Arts. Weekend College students only.

Note: On-campus Weekend College students only. Special dates: Jan 15 - Feb 27. Online compo-nent TBA. Departmental approval required.

Information SystemsISYS 198U ST: Software Tools for Business

22113 03 2 Tuesday 6:00 PM–6:50 PM Walk $730Computer lab course covering software applications for business decision-making. Use of onlinelibrary databases and detailed information sources in business and economics. Review of basicMicrosoft Excel 2007 before moving to intermediate spreadsheet capabilities such as relative andabsolute cell addressing in formulas and functions, commonly-used statistical, logical, and datamanagement functions such as IF(), VLOOKUP(), filters, subtotals, and data analysis tools.

This course may be used in the Business Minor in SCS.

ISYS 203U Collaborative Technologies20116 01B 3 Online – Davis $1,09520117 02 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Petrohovich $1,095The application of information technologies in organizations to work collaboratively, facilitate deci-sion-making, and achieve competitive advantage. Use of multimedia, storage, and mobile devices,networks, databases, and collaborative Internet technologies supporting work and academics. Com-puter assignments required.


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ISYS 306U Systems Analysis and Design20119 01 3 Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Prior $1,095Methods and techniques necessary for conducting systems project from preliminary investigationof project through system implementation and evaluation. Includes participation in one or moresystems design projects. Prerequisite: ISYS 203U

ISYS 353U Advanced Tools for Web Design and Development20121 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Mitteldorfer $1,095Contemporary advanced tools for web design and development. Prerequisite: ISYS 351U or equivalentproficiency. Note: Maximum of 6 semester hours; repeatable.

ISYS 355U Computer Programming in Java22065 01 4 Wednesday 6:00 PM–9:00 PM Faigle $1,460Concepts of structured and object-oriented programming, including data types, control structures,functions, arrays, strings, file operations, classes and inheritance. Emphasis on effective program-ming skills to promote software reusability, reliability and maintainability. Windows environment.Prerequisite: ISYS 204U and ISYS 222U (or calculus), or permission of the instructor. Note: Lecture,lab, and online assignments.

ISYS 360U Electronic Commerce on the Internet20168 01B 3 Online – O'Brien $1,095Examines current uses of electronic commerce, planning and preparation for assessing electronic com-merce solutions for business, and effective implementation of an electronic business Web site. Prerequi-site: ISYS 203U. Note: ISYS courses numbered 355U and higher require completion of all mathrequirements for the major, as well as all business and ISYS core courses in the major.

ISYS 398U ST: Teaching & Learning Technologies22066 01 3 Wednesday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM Czapracki $1,095Exploration of instructional design models in education and training. Analysis and application of learn-ing theories to instructional technology case studies and real-world technology problems. Integrationof technologies, such as blogs, wikis, multimedia, content management systems, and other web-2.0tools, in teaching, learning, and crafting effective educational presentations. For all majors. Prerequi-site: Students must be comfortable using the Internet and word-processing software.

ISYS 398U ST: Local Area Networks22114 02 4 Saturday 9:30 AM–12:30 PM STAFF $1,460Junior-level course on concepts of shared and switched media local area networking including Ether-net (802.3), and Wireless (802.11). Topics include LAN definition, use, topologies, media, standards,network interface cards (NIC), protocols (layer 2, 3, 4), repeaters, hubs, bridges, switches, and routers.Discussions include network design, the OSI Model, design rules, component selection, administra-tion, management and TCP/IP. Students may present research projects on various networking topics.Prerequisite: College writing and mathematics, and foundation course work or experience in IT.

ISYS 398U ST: IT Evaluation & Selection22115 03 4 Monday 6:00 PM–9:00 PM Davis $1,460Junior-level course on guidelines and techniques for the selection and acquisition of computerhardware and software. Methods of system performance evaluation, vendor selection, and devel-opment of system support requirements for both hardware and software, from management andtechnical perspectives. The Request for Proposal (RFP) process in universal use by firms acquiringIT equipment and systems is used as a practical method of demonstrating commercial practices.Prerequisite: College writing and mathematics, and foundation course work or experience in IT.

ISYS 450U Project Management20125 01H 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Petrohovich $1,095Practical and theoretical foundation for IT project management. Concepts and techniques for eval-uating project proposals as well as managing technical and behavioral aspects of systems devel-opment projects. Project planning and estimation, scheduling, staffing and teamwork, costing andbudgeting, managing change. Use of computerized tools (Microsoft Project and Excel) for projectmanagement, resource tracking, and reporting. Prerequisite: ISYS 306U.

Note: In-class/online hybrid. Meets on campus: Jan 11, 25; Feb 8, 22; Mar 15, 29; Apr 12, 26.


Spring 2010 CalendarRegistration Schedule• Advance Registration Period: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 – Sunday,January 10, 2010

• Late Registration & Fee Period: Monday,January 11 – Saturday, January 16

• No-Fee Add/Drop Period: Monday, January 11 – Saturday, January 16

• Fee Drop Period: Sunday, January 17 –Saturday, January 23

• Last Day to Withdraw: Friday, February 26

Class Schedule• Classes Begin: Monday, January 11• Mid-semester: Friday, February 26• Spring Break (no class): Saturday, March 6- Sunday, March 14

• Last Day of Class: Saturday, April 24

End of Term• Semester Exam Period: Monday, April 26- Saturday, May 1

• Grades Due by 9 AM: Monday, May 3(degree candidates); Tuesday, May 4 (all others)

Complete Academic Calendar is available onlinefrom the Registrar’s Office at:http://oncampus.richmond.edu/academics/registrar/cal/


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Interdiscplinary StudiesIDST 302U The Realm of Ideas II: Self, Society and Science

20112 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Brown/Morgan $1,095An introduction for liberal arts majors to important ideas in selected modern natural and socialsciences, and methodologies used in their study and application. Prerequisite: IDST 301U.

Note: Departmental approval required

IDST 310U The Examined Life20004 01H 6 Friday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Forbes $2,190

Saturday 9:00 AM–2:30 PMExploring human behavior and the uniqueness of the human condition. Note: Required for acceler-ated Bachelor of Liberal Arts.

Note: On-campus Weekend College students only. Special dates: Mar 5 - Apr 24. Online compo-nent TBA. Departmental approval required.

IDST 395U The Realm of Ideas IV: Capstone Seminar for Liberal Arts Majors22143 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Wieder $1,095The capstone seminar for the Liberal Arts major: The culminating academic experience for liberalarts majors; emphasis on demonstrating through a substantive paper understanding of the con-nections among the liberal arts; also emphasis on relevant experiential learning opportunities.Prerequisite: IDST 303U. Note: Should be taken during the student's last semester of study.

International StudiesISTY 301U Understanding the Global Village

20002 01H 6 Friday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Thompson $2,190Saturday 9:00 AM–2:30 PM

Interdisciplinary course focusing on the trends in an increasingly interdependent yet fragmentedworld. Note: Required for accelerated Bachelor of Liberal Arts. Weekend College students only.

Note: On-campus Weekend College students only. Special dates: Mar 5 - Apr 24. Online compo-nent TBA. Departmental approval required.

Language Across the CurriculumLAC 250U Spanish: Language Across the Curriculum

20166 01H 1 Wednesday 4:30 PM–5:30 PM Strait $365Students will be guided in their study and discussion of authentic Spanish materials relevant tomaterials in the primary course. Prerequisite: Proficiency in Spanish or permission of instructorand registration in the course to which the LAC section is connected or having taken the primarycourse in the past. Some exceptions might be made. Note: Graded pass/fail.


LAC 550U Spanish: Language Across the Curriculum20167 01H 1 Wednesday 4:30 PM–5:30 PM Strait $438Students will be guided in their study and discussion of authentic Spanish materials relevant to mate-rials in the primary course. Prerequisite: Proficiency in Spanish or permission of instructor and regis-tration in the course to which the LAC section is connected or having taken the primary course in thepast. Some exceptions might be made. Note: Graded pass/fail.



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LawLAW 303U Constitutional Law

20133 01 3 Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Taylor $1,095Examination of the U.S. Constitution, the U.S. Supreme Court and the major decisions of the Courtrendered on issues including free speech, search and seizure and other police powers, right tobear arms, commerce, separation of church and state, separation of powers among the branchesof the federal government, impeachment and other significant areas. Note: This class may beused as a focus course for Paralegal Studies majors.

LAW 322U Employment Law and Policy20134 01 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:15 PM Brown $1,095Survey of federal and state statutes and laws which govern the employment relationship. Coverstopics such as establishing the employment relationship, discharge of employees, employee dis-crimination, wages, hours, and benefits, conditions of employment, occupational safety andhealth, and other topics. Note: This class may be used as a focus course for Paralegal Studies ma-jors.

LAW 398U ST: Law in Western Literature22082 01 3 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Tate $1,095This analytically rigorous seminar meets at the interdisciplinary intersection of some great Western lit-erature, hard legal cases and 21st century public policy with the purpose of advancing the student’sunderstanding and appreciation of the impact that great literature has on the critical study of the law.Among the great works that will be covered are: several excerpts from some of Shakespeare’s mostfamous war plays like Anthony and Cleopatra; Plato’s Trial of Socrates; Twelve Angry Men; and To Killa Mockingbird. Note: This course may not be used as a focus course for Paralegal Studies majors.

LAW 398U ST: Paralegal Ethics20138 04H 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Geiger $1,095This course will provide the tools to understand the ethical requirements governing both attorneysand paralegals. Classes will use 'real world' experiences with studies and hypotheticals address-ing, to name a few, the unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, law firmmanagement, attorney advertising, and maintaining the integrity of the paralegal profession.Note: This class may be used as a focus course for Paralegal Studies majors.

Note: In-class/online hybrid. Meets on campus: Jan 11, 25; Feb 8, 22; Mar 15, 29; Apr 12, 26.

Leadership StudiesLDSP 278U Communication in Leadership

20139 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:15 PM Banks $1,095Applied course to aid in the personal development of listening, writing, and speaking skills. Exam-ination of leadership communication in organizational, group, and public contexts. Students willanalyze their personal leadership styles and develop leadership communication skills throughteam projects and classroom exercises.

LDSP 478U Strategic Thinking for Leaders20140 01 3 Tuesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Lee $1,095Provides the necessary skills for the individual to begin thinking more strategically about their respec-tive industries. This course provides an understanding of how strategic thinking relates to design,planning and implementation of strategies and tactics meant to accomplish the organization's goalsand objectives.

Legal Assistant/Paralegal StudiesLA 301U Introduction to Paralegalism

20126 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Taylor $1,095Orientation and introduction to corporations, estate planning and administration of decedents' es-tates, real property, domestic relations, criminal law, and role of paralegal.

LA 303U Legal Research and Library Use20127 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Turner $1,095Law libraries and basic legal research methods; where and how to gather information


New at SCS: The Masterof Liberal ArtsThe Master of Liberal Arts pro-gram in the School of ContinuingStudies at the University of Rich-mond is a cross-disciplinary pro-gram designed for students whowish to work toward a master’sdegree without limiting theirstudy to a single discipline. Offer-ing a rich and varied educationalexperience, the program invitesstudents to design their owncourse of study.Each student will choose a pro-gram Focus in consultation withthe Coordinator. It is expected thatthe student will formulate papersthat contribute to that Focus ineach course taken, including therequired courses. MLA 500U willbe taken no later than the secondcourse in the student’s program.MLA 599U will normally be the lastcourse taken. MLA 500U will nor-mally be offered both during thefall semester and the summer, andMLA 599U will normally be offeredboth during the spring semesterand the summer.The program is oriented towardpart-time study, and students willnormally take no more than twocourses during any given semester.


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LA 315U Torts22068 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Champlin $1,095Survey of three traditional categories of torts: intentional, negligence, and strict liability.

LA 316U Contract Law20131 01 3 Tuesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Foreman $1,095Law of formation, legal construction, execution, and enforcement of and remedies under contracts.

LA 321U Criminal Law22069 01 3 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Herndon $1,095Addresses substantive knowledge, practical skills and competencies and ethical guidelinesneeded to work in criminal law area.

ManagementMGMT 398U ST: Ethical, Social and Legal Responsibilities of Business

22067 01 4 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Taylor $1,460Ethical and legal issues in business world are discussed and analyzed from a philosophical, historical,legal, and behavioral approach. Current ethical and legal cases serve to highlight changing valuechoices and resulting consequences, as well as legal problems experienced by business people.Note: This course may be used in the Business Minor in SCS.

MarketingMKT 321U Principles of Marketing

20144 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Myers $1,095Institutions involved, functions performed, and problems encountered in getting goods and servicesfrom producers to consumers.

Master of Liberal ArtsART 598U ST: Americans on the Move

22139 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Hanson Wray $1,314This interdisciplinary course will examine the patterns, causes, effects, and meanings of migrations toand within America from the seventeenth century to the present. Among the topics to be covered arethe seventeenth century European incursions into North America, the first westward movement in andfrom the Virginia Colony, slavery and the Middle Passage, the great movement west following theLewis and Clark expedition, the “Great Migration” of African Americans after the Civil War and in the20th century, the displacement of Americans during the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression of the1930s, the forced migration of Japanese-Americans from their west coast homes during World War II,as well as the more recent movement of Americans to the Sunbelt states.

Note: MLA students only.

ENGL 598U ST: Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales22141 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Reilly $1,314This course focuses primarily on Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales. The premise of this early Eng-lish masterpiece is that its pilgrims are journeying to Canterbury – they never arrive. The real destina-tion of the text turns out to be not a hallowed fourteenth-century shrine, but the mystery of personalityand significance of the stories people tell. Students will read the richly varied array of the pilgrims’ talesfirst to enjoy them as stories told exceedingly well, and then to search out Chaucer’s implicit under-standing of what makes a good story, how narrative reveals something about the teller’s personality,cultural context, and social background, and how power and value systems are challenged and negoti-ated through dialogic discourse. The flowering of English into a literary language will also be examined.



Professional Seriesin EntrepreneurshipSCS is offering the following courses forcurrent and potential entrepreneurs andbusiness owners in the Richmondmetropolitan area. These undergraduatecourses are open to non-degree seekingstudents as well as degree-seekingstudents.These courses cover selected topicsessential to the marketing and manage-ment of entrepreneurial enterprises inbusiness, the arts, technology, and thenon-profit sector. There is special em-phasis on business organization, estab-lishing customer value propositions,developing services and creating a mar-keting plan. Select four of the following sevencourses for the series, starting withMGMT 398U Selected Topics in Entre-preneurship. Students completing fourcourses will receive a certificate ofcompletion.Spring 2010ACCT 302U Principles of ManagerialAccounting

ISYS 203U Collaborative TechnologiesMKT 321U Principles of MarketingCheck the course schedules foradditional courses in finance, humanresource management, leadership, andinformation technology.Summer 2010MGMT 398U Selected Topics inEntrepreneurship (required)

Fall 2010ACCT 301U Principles of FinancialAccounting

HRM 343U Human ResourceManagement

LDSP 200U Introduction to LeadershipMGMT 398U Selected Topics inEntrepreneurship (required)



GEOL 598U ST: The Global Impact of Climate Change22075 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Kitchen $1,314This course has been funded by the NASA Global Climate Change Education Program.

Recent climate change and concern about global warming has been described as a threat toglobal security by some and as a great hoax by others. This course will take a dispassionate lookat the evidence for climate change and consider the charge that man made greenhouse gasemissions are to blame. First you will review the evidence for global warming and climatechange. You will then explore the science behind climate change and investigate the impact ofglobal warming around the world. You will contrast the development of climate change policy inthe United Nations, United States, Europe and the developing world, and identify some of theeconomic and ethical issues involved. Next you will use your knowledge to suggest changes inenergy policy that could help mitigate the worst impacts of climate change and then finally rec-ommend how society can adapt to climate change in the future. The course is open to all stu-dents. No background in science or mathematics is required.


HIST 598U ST: Americans on the Move22077 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Hanson Wray $1,314This interdisciplinary course will examine the patterns, causes, effects, and meanings of migrations toand within America from the seventeenth century to the present. Among the topics to be covered arethe seventeenth century European incursions into North America, the first westward movement in andfrom the Virginia Colony, slavery and the Middle Passage, the great movement west following theLewis and Clark expedition, the “Great Migration” of African Americans after the Civil War and in the20th century, the displacement of Americans during the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression of the1930s, the forced migration of Japanese-Americans from their west coast homes during World War II,as well as the more recent movement of Americans to the Sunbelt states.


HIST 598U ST: Moments in Time II: History of the Americas22369 02 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Roberts $1,314Using important events in the history of the Americas, the course explores both content and methodof historical study. Generally following the underlying teaching principle of the public radio program'A Moment in Time' allows students to examine significant events in the Americas in their historicalcontext.


MLA 500U Methods and Themes in Liberal Studies22084 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Smith $1,314This core course will provide an overview of modes of inquiry, analysis and research particular toat least two of the following fields of study: Historical Studies, Literary Studies, Social Analysis,and the Visual and Performing Arts. A special theme (which may vary from term to term) will pro-vide focus for the practical application of these methodologies. It will also emphasize writingskills, relevant computer technologies and library use. Note: To be offered in fall and summer se-mesters. Must be taken no later than the second course credited toward the student's program.


MLA 507U Social Sciences Seminar22085 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Forbes $1,314An interdisciplinary graduate seminar in the social sciences. Topics vary from semester to semes-ter. May be repeated for credit.


MLA 570U Directed Study22086 01 3 TBD – Eakin $1,314Notes: Requires prior approval of coordinator.



New Student OrientationLearn more about the great resourcesavailable to Richmond students at ourNew Student Orientation.If you are a new or current student whowould like to know more about the re-sources on campus, attending the NewStudent Orientation will make it mucheasier to find your way.Learn about Richmond resources andmeet representatives from a number ofoffices and departments including theLibraries/ Media Resources Center,Writing Center, Speech Center, Technol-ogy Center, Academic Skills Programand the SCS Student GovernmentAssociation.You will also have the opportunity toregister your vehicle and activate youremail account.Refreshments will be served.Orientation is tentatively scheduled forWednesday, January 6, in Tyler HaynesCommons. To confirm the date, time andlocation and register for the event, goonline after December 1 to scs.rich-mond.edu/about/eventsor call (804) 287-1204.Date:Wednesday, January 6 (tentative)Time: 6–8 p.m.

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MLA 598U ST: Law in Western Literature22083 01 3 Wednesday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Tate $1,314This analytically rigorous seminar meets at the interdisciplinary intersection of some great West-ern literature, hard legal cases and 21st century public policy with the purpose of advancing thestudent’s understanding and appreciation of the impact that great literature has on the criticalstudy of the law. Among the great works that will be covered are: several excerpts from some ofShakespeare’s most famous war plays like Anthony and Cleopatra; Plato’s Trial of Socrates;Twelve Angry Men; and To Kill a Mockingbird.


MathematicsMATH 150U Pre-calculus and Trigonometry

20141 01 3 Thursday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Childers $1,095Concepts and applications of algebra and trigonometry. Topics include graphics, transformationsand inverses of functions, linear, exponential, logarithmic, power, polynomial, rational and trigono-metric functions. Prerequisite: College algebra or departmental permission.

MATH 265U Applied Statistics20142 01 3 Monday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Childers $1,095Fundamentals of statistical methods supporting data analysis for decision-making in social sciences,life sciences, and business. Descriptive statistics measuring central tendency and dispersion, basicprobability, random variables, sampling distributions and statistical inference, confidence intervals, hy-pothesis testing, regression and correlation. Prerequisite: MATH 103U or higher recommended.

MATH 307U Quantitative Methods in Social Science20143 01H 3 Wednesday 5:50 PM–8:35 PM Chavez Negrete $1,095This course introduces the skills needed in order to analyze data pertaining to the HRM field suchas retention patterns, compensation differences, performance measurements, etc. Topics coveredwill include descriptive statistics as well as regression and analysis of variance. Focus will beplaced on finding answers to HRM questions and problems using a quantitative approach.


Political SciencePLSC 207U Virginia Government and Politics

20146 01 3 Friday 6:30 PM–9:10 PM Morgan $1,095A multimedia, high-tech approach to the study of Virginia government at state, county, municipal,and special district levels emphasizing legislative, executive, and judicial organization; and statepolitics and intergovernmental relations.

PsychologyPSYC 230U Psychology of Women

22079 01B 3 Online – Carvelli $1,095Analysis of gender as function of biological and environmental forces. Emphasis on traditional andmodern roles, developmental patterns of women, and psychological problems unique to women.

PSYC 337U Psychological Development Across the Life Cycle22144 01B 3 Online – Face $1,095Developmental changes and psycho-biosocial processes from adolescent through adult life.

Social AnalysisSA 301U Social Analysis I

20149 01 3 Tuesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PMForbes/Thompson $1,095Systematic study of individual and group behavior involving conscious examination of assump-tions underlying nature of social life. Necessarily multidisciplinary in focus, drawing on variety oftheoretical and empirical approaches to discover patterns of meaning in human life.





instructions.

Is the MLA right for you?• Adult and part-time students –

those who work and need a flexibleprogram with scheduling choices.

• Liberal arts graduates who want tocontinue studies that lead to anadvanced degree but withoutpredetermined curriculum thatmore structured majors provide.

• People in specialized professions –teachers, engineers, technicalexperts, health professionals –who want to broaden and deepentheir understanding of their societyin a variety of areas.

• Students who want to bring to-gether perspectives traditionallydivided by disciplinary boundaries,develop interests that require multi-ple points of view (e.g., the humani-ties and health care; philosophy;artistic expression and politics).

• Working people for whom a mas-ter’s degree is an important careercredential, one that may offer op-portunities for career advancement,promotion, and scheduled salary im-provements.



SociologySOC 101U Introduction to Sociology

22145 01 3 Thursday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM Moorefield $1,095Fundamental concepts and principles of sociology; culture, socialization, social structure, stratifi-cation, social control, institutions, population, and social change.

SOC 305U Deviance20151 01 3 Tuesday 6:00 PM–8:40 PM Moorefield $1,095Social deviance at microsociological level, sociological explanations for and current methods ofdealing with such behavior. Drug and alcohol abuse, sexual deviance, suicide, mental illness, andchild and spouse abuse.

Speech CommunicationSPCH 105U Interpersonal Communication

20153 01 3 Monday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Helms $1,095Analysis of complex and interacting factors that contribute to effective transmission of ideas; em-phasis on understanding underlying principles.

SPCH 206U Group Communication20155 01 3 Thursday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Helms $1,095Modern theory and methodology; student participation in group discussion relating theory to spe-cific communication problems.

SPCH 340U Cross-Cultural Communications22146 01B 3 Online – Roberts $1,095Studies dynamics of cross-cultural communication. Emphasis on familiarizing students with issuesrelating to diversity and improving student's skills in communication across cultural barriers.

TheatreTHTR 398U ST: Theatre Appreciation

22081 01 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM–9:40 PM Allen $1,095Course offers students the opportunity to develop understanding of the roles of theater practition-ers, of the collaborative nature of theater, of the manner in which theater mirrors society, and oftheater theory and vocabulary. Performances at the Modlin Center will be attended as part ofcourse content.


Now enrolling new students in our Leadership Certificate

Program FocusThe significance of effective leadership is greatertoday than ever before as economic, legal, andglobal factors conspire to create an incrediblycomplex and challenging environment. SCS’s Cer-tificate of Applied Studies in Leadership has beencreated to assist in meeting these challenges.

The goal of the Leadership Certificate is to provideworking professionals with a strategic leadershipperspective. The Leadership curriculum will pro-vide students with an understanding of leadershipin a national and global context in order to enrichthe student’s understanding of the environment inwhich leadership operates. Topics of explorationinclude conflict management and strategy andpolicy as well as effective communication.

Case studies will be utilized that explore leader-ship styles from an historical perspective and de-rive lessons that can be applied to theenvironment of today. Lastly, the program will aidthe student in developing the leadership skillsnecessary in order excel within the marketplace.

Students in the program will possess a variety ofbackgrounds and majors. The diversity of your fel-low students will enhance your learning experi-ence as you begin to see challenges from avariety of viewpoints. In the same way, you willbe able to bring views and challenges from yourindustry and learn to create strategies that will re-sult in a more effective organization.

We also offer a Minor in Leadership that has beenrecently revised to reflect this focus.

Who Should Apply?

The Certificate in Applied Studies in Leadership isdesigned for working professionals who seek tobroaden their understanding of leadership in a na-tional and global context. This includes leaders inthe public, private, and non-profit sectors.

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PaymentPAYMENT IN FULL IS DUE BY THE ENDOF THE FIRST WEEK OF THE TERMWHETHER OR NOT AN INVOICE HASBEEN RECEIVED.Students have the option of paying forclasses with a check, cash or creditcard(online only, MasterCard, AmericanExpress, Discover). There is a fee forpaying by credit card. You are responsibleto meet all payment deadlines, even ifyou have not received an invoice. Youmay also make payments using the Tuition Pay plan. For more informationregarding payment of fees, contact theOffice of Student Accounts at 289-8147.

Failure to make satisfactory financialarrangements can result in delay of gradu-ation, denial of registration, removal fromclasses, withholding of transcripts, and/orreferral to a collection agency. If your stu-dent account is referred to a collectionagency, you will be liable for all collectioncosts, including attorney fees and othercharges necessary for collection of thisdebt. Accounts referred to collections arereported to credit bureau(s). By registeringfor classes you are acknowledging receiptof this information and your acceptanceof the associated responsibilities.

Tuition PaymentsFull payment or plan of payment is dueto the Student Accounts office by theend of the first week of the term or youwill be dropped from class. You are re-sponsible to meet all payment deadlineseven if you have not received an invoice.

You may pay using one of the followingmethods.

1. Pay on-line through BannerWeb(http://bannerweb.richmond.edu), clickon Student Services/Pay Tuition andFees. You can pay using e-check for nofee, or by credit card with a fee (Master-Card, American Express, Discover). Ifyou have a hold on your account, thehold will not be released until the nextbusiness day.

2. Check payable to the University ofRichmond.

3. Cash

4. Tuition Pay Plan (arrangements must bemade by August 10 for the fall semesterand December 10 for the spring semester.)

Tuition Payment Plan fromTuition PayWhat is Tuition Pay?Tuition Pay by Sallie Mae is an educationalfinancing company that provides familiesand students with a low cost plan forbudgeting tuition and other education expenses. The Tuition Pay Monthly plan isNOT a loan program, therefore no debt isincurred. There are no interest or financecharges assessed by Tuition Pay on the un-paid balance due to the college. The onlyfee to budget payments through TuitionPay is a $35.00 per semester nonrefund-able enrollment fee. Payments madethrough Tuition Pay are considerably lessexpensive than the cost of obtaining loansor paying with credit cards. There is nocredit search or qualifications necessary touse Tuition Pay.

One of the reasons why the cost tobudget with Tuition Pay is so affordableis because payments through Tuition Payare made by using automatic paymentsfrom your bank. The automatic paymenthelps you budget tuition payments in aconvenient way which ensures that thecollege will receive dependable and con-sistent tuition payments. With Tuition Payyou never miss a payment and you savethe time and expense of writing andmailing checks.

How does the automaticpayment work?Automatic payments are predeterminedpayment amounts that you authorize yourbank to make on your behalf on a specificdate each month. You may use either yourchecking or savings account, according tothe instructions you have provided onyour agreement with Tuition Pay. Pay-ments will be made until the total amount

due to the college is paid in full. Automaticpayments are used to pay mortgages, lifeinsurance premiums, car payments, utili-ties, and other types of bills.

When you use Tuition Pay your banksends payment on the 5th of the monthdirectly to the bank that Tuition Pay uses.Before any payment is made, Tuition Payprovides evidence of your authorizationfor tuition payments to your bank. Yourbank will usually verify this authorizationwith you and then set up the paymentschedule. It is important to rememberthat Tuition Pay and your school neversee your bank information or have directaccess to your account. You never loseany control of your account. The auto-matic payment process is strictly con-trolled by state and federal laws. WithTuition Pay your payments are made onthe 5th of each month.

Budget PeriodTo qualify for the 3 or 4 month paymentplan, Tuition Pay must receive student applications by August 10th for the Fallsemester or December 10th for theSpring semester. The budget period isAugust through October or Novemberfor the Fall semester and January throughMarch or April for the Spring semester.

The Tuition Pay payment plan is notavailable for courses offered during the-Summer semester.

How to apply for Tuition PayTo enroll in the Tuition Pay Monthly plan simply go to their website at.http://tuitionpay.salliemae.com and clickon “enroll now”.

Tuition and Fee RefundRefund percentages are administered according to the following schedule:Withdrawal on or before the first day of class: 100%Withdrawal during the first week of classes: 100%Withdrawal during the second week of classes: 70%Withdrawal during third week of classes: 50%Withdrawal during the fourth week of classes: 25%Withdrawal during the fifth week of classes: 25%Withdrawal during the sixth week of classes: 25%Withdrawal after the sixth week of classes: None


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

What if I have questions about my Tuition Pay Account?Call 1-800-635-0120 to speak to an ac-count representative once your account isset up. You may also contact the StudentAccounts Office at (804) 289-8147.

Can changes be made to myaccount?Yes. Notify the Student Accounts Officeat the University of changes resultingfrom additional Financial Aid, course additions/withdrawals, etc. Call (804) 289-8147.

General Fee RefundStudents are matriculated by semester. If a student withdraws from classes or isdropped from the University for what-ever cause, a refund of fees for a fall orspring semester shall be made in accor-dance with the University’s refund policy,based on the following schedule. Thisschedule is adapted for summer terms.

Students who withdraw from the Univer-sity and who are receiving any financial assistance may be required to return suchassistance per Public Law 668.22 and insti-tutional policy. The University of Rich-mond complies with all federal regulationsgoverning recipients of federal Title IVfunds. Information regarding financial aidrefund policies is available in the FinancialAid Office.

The amount of the refund is based on thedate that written withdrawal notification isreceived in the Office of the Dean.

Any special fee is non-refundable afterthe first day of class.

Appeals ProcessThe University of Richmond has an ap-peal process for students and parents whobelieve individual circumstances warrantexceptions from published policy. All ap-peals must be in writing and directed to:

Annemarie Weitzel, BursarBox R

University of Richmond, Virginia 23173

or [email protected]

E-Bill and E-Payment FAQWhat is an e-Bill and e-Payment? The e-Bill is an electronic system for all students to view, print and make payments on line. An electronic invoice will be sent monthly to each student’s official UR email address. It can also be sent to any personthat has been authorized by the student.

What company does the University of Richmond partner with to provide this service?The University is contracted with QuikPAY®, a hosted electronic invoice and payment service. Our contractwith them ensures that the processes are compliant with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act(FERPA) and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.

Is the QuikPAY® site secure?The technical architecture/security of the QuikPAY® product uses intrusion detection and firewall systemsto protect the network. The University of Richmond believes that security is a very important factor in pro-viding e-Billing and e-Payment services.

Why has the University of Richmond transitioned to e-Billing and e-Payment?The University of Richmond moved to e-Billing and e-Payment for several reasons, among them time, con-venience and cost. The QuikPAY® system is available worldwide, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Thereare no checks, envelopes or stamps needed to make a payment. You receive immediate confirmation of e-Payment. Additional benefits include viewable invoicing and payment history as well as convenient accessfor authorized payers who the student has set up.

Will I still receive a paper invoice?No, we no longer mail paper invoices to your home.

How can I make an e-payment?e-Payment is an optional feature once you have activated your University of Richmond email account andhave received your first e-Bill. Checking and savings account information from a US Bank can be entered atthe QuikPAY® website and payments will be transferred electronically to the University of Richmond. Youhave the option to have the site retain your bank account information or you may enter it each time youmake an e-Payment. Authorized payers are only able to view their own payment and bank information. Each authorized payer is assigned a separate Log In and Password for added security and privacy.

Can I pay my e-Bill with a credit card?The University of Richmond accepts MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Visa is not currently accepted. A vendor fee of 2.75% (of the amount charged) will be charged to your card.

I do not feel comfortable paying my invoice on line. What other payment methods are available?Paying electronically is the preferred payment method, however it is optional. You may send payment bymail or in person at the Cashiers Office in Sarah Brunet Hall. To mail a check or money order, please print acopy of the PDF invoice, detach the bottom portion of the statement and mail it with the payment (payableto the University of Richmond with your UR ID number printed clearly on the check) to:

University of RichmondBox RUniversity of Richmond VA 23173

How do students log in and view their invoice?Students receive a monthly email notification with the subject line “University of Richmond student accountinvoice statement” with a link to the QuikPAY® website. The student’s University of Richmond ID number isused for authentication. Students can also access their account through BannerWeb, http://bannerweb.rich-mond.edu/ Student Services/Pay Tuition and Fees. Upon login, students can view their invoice, as well asretain bank account information, pay the invoice electronically, and print paper copies.

How can my authorized payers log in, view and pay the invoice?Students have the ability to authorize others to receive and access invoices. Students must set up the authorizedpayers in the system. Students need to log into the University of Richmond QuikPAY® website via BannerWeb/Student Services/Pay Tuition and Fees and select Authorized Payer on the navigation bar. Follow the online in-structions to create a user name and temporary password for each authorized payer. (The temporary passwordmust be changed by the authorized payer when he/she first logs on to the site.) Authorized payers will also re-ceive an automated email notification with the login name informing them that they have been authorized. Thestudent will provide the password to the authorized payer. Each invoice cycle, both the student and the authorizedpayers will receive an email notifying them that the e-Bill has been sent. Students and authorized payers receivea link in their email that takes them directly to the QuikPAY® login page.



Parking PermitsParking permits are required for all stu-dents. Register online at:

http://oncampus.richmond.edu/adminis-tration/police/parking/ or call 289-8703.

Fee will be billed to your tuition account.Cost is $30 through Summer 2010.

AttendanceA student may be absent no more than25% of class meetings, including ab-sences due to late enrollment. If a stu-dent has more than the maximumnumber of absences, whether excused orunexcused, a grade of “V” (failure dueto excessive absences) will be recorded.The instructor may set a more rigorousattendance policy or, with the approvalof the Dean, waive the attendance policyfor a student demonstrating sufficientcourse knowledge and just cause.

Adding and Dropping ClassesThe two-week Drop period and the one-week Add period (with payment due atthe time of registration) begins Monday,January 11, 2010. You no longer need tocomplete an Add/Drop form for eachchange in registration. Instead, you mayadd or drop courses by accessing Banner-Web online. In general, BannerWeb isavailable 24 hours a day with the excep-tion of 5 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Sat-urday. You will need your personalidentification number (PIN) which ini-tially is your birth date (MMDDYY). Youwill need to change it after the first use.

• The one-week Add period ends at

5:00 p.m. Friday, January 15. Payment

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registration.

• The two-week Drop period ends at

5:00 p.m. Friday, January 22, 2010.

• Withdrawals after February 26, must

be in writing and mailed or

delivered to the Office of the Dean.

Withdrawing From a ClassOrdinarily, a student may not withdrawfrom a course after the end of the sev-enth week of classes except for medicalreasons. For the spring 2010 term, thelast day to withdraw is February 26.

Students who stop attending class with-out notifying the School of Continuingoffice will receive the grade of V (failuredue to excessive absences) regardless of

Financial Aid and ScholarshipsFinancial assistance, in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans, is available to Schoolof Continuing Studies (SCS) students who need help with their educational expenses.Students must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program at Richmond and must beU.S. citizens or permanent residents. All SCS degree and certificate programs are eligi-ble programs for financial aid consideration EXCEPT for the Liberal Arts certificate (nolonger accepting new students) and Leadership certificate, and the undergraduate cer-

tificate in Performance Coaching Skills (no longer accepting new stu-dents).

Specific enrollment requirements and application processesvary depending on the aid program and are outlined below.Most applications are available on line at:

http://oncampus.richmond.edu/financialaid/

ScholarshipsSeveral scholarships are available for School of ContinuingStudies students who are

actively pursuing a planned program of study and who havecompleted at least 15 semester hours in the School of Continuing

Studies. Call the School of Continuing Studies at 289-8133 to request anapplication (leave your name, address, and zip code). Deadline for applications is July 1,2009, for the 2009-10 school year.

LoansFederal Direct and private loans are available for students who are enrolled in a degreeor certificate program on at least a half-time basis (6 credit hours/term). Contact the Fi-nancial Aid office at 289-8438 or [email protected] for application information. Fi-nancial Aid applications and Loan applications must be submitted at least six weeksprior to the start of the term for funding to be available by the time classes begin.

Federal Pell GrantsPell grants are available to needy students enrolled in an undergraduate degree or cer-tificate program for at least three credit hours/term. You must qualify per the federalneed analysis formula. Contact the Financial Aid office at 289-8438 or [email protected] for application information. Financial Aid applications must be completed atleast six weeks prior to the start of the term for funding to be available by the timeclasses begin.

Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant (VTAG)Virginia residents enrolled full-time (12 credit hours/term for undergraduates and 9credit hours/term for graduate students) in a degree program may apply for VTAG. Con-tact the Financial Aid office at 289-8438 or [email protected] for a VTAG application.Deadline is July 31, 2009 for the 2009-10 academic year. (VTAG applications may be sub-mitted after the deadline but will only be considered if funding is available for late appli-cations.)Financial aid is generally disbursed to the student’s account at the start of each term. Iffinancial aid exceeds billable charges, then the student has a credit balance and is due arefund. Refunds for fall term, assuming all financial aid paperwork has been submitted,will be made in mid-September, 2009.



instructions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

the last date of attendance and are re-sponsible for payment of any fees due.

Grades on BannerWebGrades are now available online on Ban-nerWeb, giving students faster accessthan ever before to their grades at theend of each semester. Students can alsocheck grade changes, incomplete make-ups, and posting of transfer creditthroughout the year from any location.

BannerWeb: https://bannerweb.rich-mond.edu/

Because of this service, the Registrar’sOffice no longer issues grade mailers.Students can now request official tran-scripts in person, in writing or by fax.There is no charge. Students should in-clude their name, University ID, address,telephone number and signature. Re-quests without a signature cannot beprocessed.

MAIL transcript requests to:Office of the University RegistrarUniversity of Richmond, VA 23173

FAX transcript requests to:(804) 287-6578.

Changes to Your ProfileI.D. cards for non-degree seeking stu-dents and other correspondence will bemailed to the permanent address cur-rently listed on the system. If you haverecently moved, complete the New Stu-dent Information form in this publica-tion or call the School of ContinuingStudies office at 289-8133 to update yourstudent profile including your address,phone number or employment.

HoldsAccess to web registration is preventedby holds. You may access BannerWeb toquery your holds. If you have a questionabout a hold, please contact the appro-priate office. The following holds willprevent students from registering.

Bursar’s Office, Dean’s OfficeRegistrar’s Office, Student HealthPerkins Loan in RepaymentStudent Accounts, Parking Services

ConfidentialityUniversity of Richmond procedures andFamily Educational Rights and PrivacyAct of 1974 (P.L. 93-380) as amended,prohibit the unauthorized release ofconfidential information about individualstudents. However, directory informa-

tion is not considered to be confidentialand may be published or otherwise re-leased. The University of Richmond hasdesignated the following items as direc-tory information: student name; perma-nent, campus, local (off-campus), emailand campus computer network (IP) ad-dresses, and associated telephone num-bers; date and place of birth; majorand/or minor fields of study; participa-tion in officially recognized activities andsports; weight and height of membersof athletic teams; dates of attendance;degrees and awards received; previousschools attended; and photographs. Fur-ther information on the University’s pol-icy is available on the Office of theUniversity Registrar‘s web page at:

richmond.edu/academics/registrar/ferpa.html

or by contacting the Office of the Uni-versity Registrar. Students may opt tohave their directory information with-held. To exercise this option, the appro-priate form must be obtained from theOffice the University Registrar, com-pleted and returned to that office. Oncefiled this form remains in effect untilwithdrawn in writing by the student tothe Office of the University Registrar.For further information, contact the Of-fice of the University Registrar (phone:804/289-8639, email: [email protected]).

Rights With Respect toEducational RecordsThe Family Rights and Privacy Act(FERPA) affords students certain rightswith respect to their education records.They are:

1) The right to inspect and review theirrecords within 45 days of the date theUniversity receives a request for access.

Students should submit to the UniversityRegistrar a written request that identifiesthe record(s) they wish to inspect. TheRegistrar will make arrangements for ac-cess and notify the student of the timeand place the records may be inspected.

2) The right to request the amendmentof education records that the student be-lieves are inaccurate or misleading.

Students may ask the University of Rich-mond to amend a record that they be-lieve is inaccurate or misleading. Theyshould write the University Registrar,clearly identify the part of the record

they want changed, and specify why it isinaccurate or misleading.

If the University of Richmond decidesnot to amend the record as requested bythe student, the University will notify thestudent of the decision and advise themof their right to a hearing regarding therequest for amendment. Additional in-formation regarding the hearing proce-dures will be provided to the studentwhen notified of the right to a hearing.

3) The right to consent to disclosures ofpersonally identifiable information con-tained in the education records, exceptto the extent that FERPA authorizes dis-closure without consent.

One exception, which permits disclosurewithout consent, is disclosure to schoolofficials with legitimate educational inter-ests. A school official is defined as a per-son employed by the University in anadministrative, supervisory, academicsupport staff position (including law en-forcement unit personnel and healthstaff); a person or company with whomthe University of Richmond has con-tracted (such as an attorney, auditor, orcollection agent); a person serving on theBoard of Trustees; or assisting anotherschool official in performing his or hertasks.

A school official has a legitimate educa-tional interest if the official needs to re-view an education record in order tofulfilled his or her professional responsi-bility.

4) The right to file a complaint with theU.S. Department of Education concern-ing alleged failures by the University ofRichmond to comply with the require-ments of FERPA. The name and ad-dress of the office that administersFERPA is: Family Policy ComplianceOffice, U.S. Department of Education,400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington,DC 20202-4605

The University of Richmond‘s completeFERPA Policy Statement is available aspart of the Office of the UniversityRegistrar‘s Web page atwww.richmond.edu/academics/regis-trar/ferpa.html or by contacting the Of-fice of the University Registrar.



BannerWeb RegistrationInstructionsLogging in to BannerWeb1. Log into BannerWeb directly from anycomputer with Internet access: https://ban-nerweb.richmond.edu/2. Enter your University ID. Details regard-ing ID and PIN Number are on the loginscreen.3. Enter your PIN. If you have forgotten yourPIN, call the Help Desk at 287-6400.4. If you are logging into BannerWeb for thefirst time, re-enter your PIN.5. Read and accept “Terms of Usage” byclicking CONTINUE. (You will only need todo this once per term.)6. Click on STUDENT.

Add/Drop Classes1. To Add or Drop Classes, click on REGIS-TRATION. Click on ADD/DROP CLASSES.2. Select the TERM that you wish to use.3. Enter the CRNs (Course Request Num-bers) for the classes you wish to ADD toyour schedule in the ADD CLASS boxes atthe bottom of the page.4. Use the ACTION pull-down boxes toDROP classes from your current schedule.5. When finished, click on SUBMITCHANGES to submit your requests. Alwaysscroll to the right to check the registrationstatus of your courses. You are registered inthe class if the status reads “Registered” or“Web Registered.” Errors, if any, will bedisplayed at the bottom of the page.6. To CONFIRM and PRINT your schedule,return to the STUDENT menu and click STU-DENT DETAIL SCHEDULE.7. EXIT BannerWeb by clicking on EXIT atthe top right of the page. For maximum se-curity, always close your browser.

Look Up Classes To Add and CourseAvailability1. From the REGISTRATION menu, clickLOOK-UP CLASSES TO ADD. (If you havenot already done so, select the TERM youwish to use.)2. Select the critieria that you want to usein your search. You must select at least oneSUBJECT. Click on GET CLASSES to executeyour search.

3.Classes returned with a CHECKBOX onthe left column are open for registration. Toregister, click the CHECKBOX and click theREGISTER button at the bottom of the page.If prompted, enter the TERM PIN that youreceived from your advisor. Errors, if any,will be displayed at the bottom of the page.4. Classes returned with the letter “C” inthe left column are CLOSED.5. If classes are returned without a CHECK-BOX, then you are not allowed to register atthe present time. However, you can stillcheck COURSE AVAILABILITY by scrollingcompletely to the RIGHT of the page. A “C”will always display when a course is closedeven when it is not your time to register.6. To CONFIRM and PRINT your schedule,return to the STUDENT menu (button at topright) and click STUDENT DETAIL SCHED-ULE.7. EXIT BannerWeb by clicking on EXIT atthe top right of the page. For maximum se-curity, always close your browser.

Additional InformationThrough BannerWeb, you can register forclasses, drop classes, view your schedule,view your grades for a specific term, andview your unofficial University of Richmondtranscript. You are responsible for all activ-ity on your BannerWeb account includingPIN maintenance, registration, and security.

Important Notes About Security• It is strongly recommended that youchange your PIN number frequently. Seeinstructions below. If you forget your PINand wish to have it temporarily reset toyour birth date, you must contact the In-formation Services Help Desk at 287-6400.

• To protect your privacy, BannerWeb willautomatically terminate a session ifthere are more than five minutes of inac-tivity. Should this occur, you will need torepeat the login process and start yoursession again.

• You should always close your browserafter exiting your BannerWeb session.

• BannerWeb will not allow you to belogged in from different computers at thesame time. If this occurs, your sessionwill be terminated.

Logging InBannerWeb is a secured web site that maybe accessed over the Internet through theRegistrar’s homepage: http://www.rich-mond.edu/~registr/Or, via the following link:https://bannerweb.richmond.edu/A valid University ID number (see left sidebar) and PIN are required to access Banner-Web. If you are logging in to BannerWebfor the first time, you will be prompted tochange your PIN when you first log intoBannerWeb. You may change your PIN atany time by accessing the Personal Informa-tion Menu. See the “Change PIN” sectionbelow for more information.

Personal Information Menu• Change PIN: It is highly recommendedthat you change your PIN number fre-quently. PIN numbers must be 6 charac-ters. Key in the new PIN carefully.

• View Address and Phone: Verify your ac-tive addresses and phone numbers thatare currently in Banner. To makechanges, contact the Office of the Uni-versity Registrar.

• Name Change Information: Learn how toofficially change your name.

• Social Security Number Change Informa-tion: Learn how to officially change orupdate your Social Security records.

• View E-mail Addresses: View your activeUniversity e-mail addresses that are cur-rently in Banner.

University of Richmond Now UsesAlternate IDsYou must have a University ID to reg-ister. This is NOT your social securitynumber. New students will be mailedtheir University ID after we have re-ceived and processed their New Stu-dent Information Form. Continuingstudents who do not have or knowtheir University ID can call(804) 289-8133 to request that a copybe mailed to them. Because of secu-rity and confidentiality policies, wecannot give out University IDs overthe phone.


School of Continuing StudiesUndergraduate Application/New Student Information Form

Student Information Unless noted, all fields are required. Please print.

NAMELAST NAME FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME OR INITIAL

ADDRESS

STREET APT

CITY STATE ZIP CODE

HOME PHONE E-MAIL

PERMANENT RESIDENT OF: Virginia City Virginia County Other State or Country

BIRTH DATE: GENDER: � MALE � FEMALE US CITIZEN � Yes � No If no, see note on page 2.

IS ENGLISH YOUR NATIVE LANGUAGE? � Yes � No If no, have official TOEFL scores sent directly to the University of Richmond (School Code: 5569). If you have taken the TOEFL and requested that a score report be sent to the Universityof Richmond, please indicate the month and year that you took the TOEFL: __________________

ETHNICITY/RACE (Optional)1. Are you Hispanic/Latino? � Yes, Hispanic or Latino � No2. Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please select one or more of the following ethnicities that best describe you:

� American Indian or Alaska Native � Asian � Black or African American � Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander � White

Employer Information

EMPLOYER BUSINESS PHONE

WORK ADDRESS

STREET SUITE/BLDG/FLOOR CITY STATE ZIP CODE

Other InformationHave you ever taken courses in or been accepted into any program at the University of Richmond? � Yes � No

If yes, give dates: DIVISION/SCHOOL

Name when you attended

Have you been dismissed from a college or university within the last year? � Yes � No

Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation? � Yes � No

If yes, please explain:As of July 1, 2006, Virginia law requires all public and private two-and-four-year institutions of higher education to electronically transmit information about applicants accepted forenrollment at each institution to the State Police for comparison to the Virginia Criminal Information Network and National Crime Information Center Convicted Sexual Offender Reg-istry. If the University is notified that an admitted student has committed a sex offense, the admitted student is subject to the admission being revoked.

Signature of Applicant (Required) DateFor fastest service, fax your completed form to (804) 289-8138.

Mailing AddressUniversity of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

Attn: SCS Admissions28 Westhampton Way, Richmond, Virginia 23173

UR ID/SSNSSN will be replaced by an ALTERNATE ID number,which will be used as your primary identification.

I would like to begin courses in:

FALL 20 SPRING 20 SUMMER 20

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Program of Study (Check one)Emergency Services Management

� Bachelor of Applied Studies in Emergency Services Management (APPLICANTS MUST INDICATE MINOR)Minor (select one): � Emergency Management � Business Continuity � Homeland Defense

Human Resource Management� Bachelor’s Degree

Information Systems� Bachelor’s Degree–Information Systems� Bachelor’s Degree– Information Technology Management� Certificate–Information Systems (bachelor’s degree required)

Leadership Studies� Certificate in Applied Studies in Leadership (bachelor’s degree not required)

Liberal Arts� Associate’s Degree� Bachelor’s Degree� Weekend College (Accelerated Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies)

Location (select one): � Danville � Fredericksburg � Richmond

Paralegal Studies� Bachelor’s Degree� Certificate (bachelor’s degree required)

Students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and are seeking admission to the Teacher Licensure Program should call (804) 289-8428.

Have you applied for financial aid? � Yes � No

Education InformationName of High School Attended

Your name when attended

Did you graduate? � Yes � No If not, do you have a GED certificate? � Yes � No

If yes, name on certificate

Names of ALL Colleges Attended Did you graduate? Degree Earned Your Name When You Attended

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

We must receive official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you have attempted college work. Please have official transcripts mailed directly to:University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

28 Westhampton WayAttn: SCS Admissions

Richmond, Virginia 23173

If you have NOT attended any colleges or universities, please request that official high school or GED transcripts be mailed to the School of Continuing Studies at theabove address.

A student who is not eligible to return to another college or university may not be admitted to any SCS program, even with unclassified status, until a minimum of onesemester has elapsed. Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended by such student must be filed in the Office of the Dean.

School of Continuing StudiesUndergraduate Application/New Student Information Form

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School of Continuing StudiesGraduate Application

Student Information Unless noted, all fields are required. Please print.

NAMELAST NAME FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME OR INITIAL

ADDRESS

STREET APT

CITY STATE ZIP CODE

HOME PHONE E-MAIL

PERMANENT RESIDENT OF: Virginia City Virginia County Other State or Country

BIRTH DATE: GENDER: � MALE � FEMALE US CITIZEN � Yes � No (See note on back of application regarding TOEFL.)

ETHNICITY/RACE (Optional)1. Are you Hispanic/Latino? � Yes, Hispanic or Latino � No2. Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please select one or more of the following ethnicities that best describe you:

� American Indian or Alaska Native � Asian � Black or African American � Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander � White

Employer Information

EMPLOYER BUSINESS PHONE

ADDRESSSTREET SUITE/BLDG/FLOOR CITY STATE ZIP CODE

Work ExperienceList work experience from the most recent three years.

Date: From/To Job Title Company

Professional Certifications and DesignationsList all professional certificates and designations you have earned (e.g. CLU, CMA, CPA, CEM, CBCP, PEM, PHR, SPHR, etc.).

M.Ed. Applicants: Do you hold a VA teaching lIcense? � Yes � No Endorsement Areas:

UR ID/SSNSSN will be replaced by an ALTERNATE ID number,which will be used as your primary identification.

I would like to begin courses in:

FALL 20 SPRING 20 SUMMER 20

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Program of Study (Check one)� Graduate Certificate in Disaster Science � Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management� Master of Disaster Science � Master in Human Resource Management � Master of Emergency Management � Master of Liberal Arts� Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies � Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction� Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies � Other (Please Specify)

Nonrefundable application fee of $50.00 must accompany this form.(Checks made payable to School of Continuing Studies in U.S. funds only.)

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This option is not availablefor M.Ed. students.

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Education InformationNames of ALL Colleges Attended Did you graduate? Degree Earned Your Name When You Attended

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

� Yes � No

We must receive official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you have attempted college work. Students whose education includes work at non-U.S.colleges or universities should contact the Director of Student Services to determine if an evaluation of the academic record by an independent credential evaluationservice is required. Please have official transcripts mailed directly to:

University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies • Attn: SCS Admissions28 Westhampton Way • University of Richmond, VA 23173

Non-U.S. CitizensIf you are not a U.S. citizen, in addition to this application form you must:• Provide a photocopy of your U.S. Visa and financial certification form. (The financial certification form is available from the Office of International Educationat the University of Richmond.)

• Have official TOEFL scores (for international students whose native language is not English) sent directly to the University of Richmond (School Code: 5569).If you have taken the TOEFL and requested that a score report be sent to the University of Richmond, please indicate the month and year that you tookthe TOEFL:

Other InformationHave you applied for financial aid? � Yes � No

Have you ever taken courses in or been accepted into any program at the University of Richmond? � Yes � No

If yes, give dates: DIVISION/SCHOOL

Name when you attended

Have you been dismissed from a college or university within the last year? � Yes � NoA student who is not eligible to return to another college or university may not be admitted to any SCS program, even with unclassified status, until a minimum of one semester haselapsed. Official transcripts from all institutions previously attended by such student must be filed in the Office of the Dean.

Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation? � Yes � No

If yes, please explain:As of July 1, 2006, Virginia law requires all public and private two-and-four-year institutions of higher education to electronically transmit information about applicants accepted forenrollment at each institution to the State Police for comparison to the Virginia Criminal Information Network and National Crime Information Center Convicted Sexual Offender Reg-istry. If the University is notified that an admitted student has committed a sex offense, the admitted student is subject to the admission being revoked.

Signature of Applicant (Required) Date

This application, the application fee, all required documents must be received and evaluated before an applicant can be admitted to a program. Although we do not have strict admissionsdeadlines, we should received all documents by July 15 for Fall semester admission, October 15 for Spring semester admission or March 15 for Summer admission (not available forM.Ed. applicants) to allow adequate processing time. Required documents include:• Official university and college transcripts from all institutions where you have attempted college work.• Official TOEFL score report (for non-U.S. citizens whose native language is not English)• Transcript evaluation report (for applicants whose education includes work at non-U.S. colleges or universities)• Three letters of recommendation (MLA and M.Ed. and Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership) and a one-page statment of purpose (MLA applicants only)

M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction Applicants. All M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction applicants must have achieved more than the minimum passing score on national and stateexams. These examinations include the Praxis I exam, the Praxis II Content Knowledge exam, the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment exam and the Virginia Reading Assess-ment exam (for elementary candidates). If tests listed were not required at the time of your initial licensure, those tests would not be required to apply. Please forward copies of yourexam score reports with your application. UR should have these scores on file for all individuals who are alumni of the Teacher Licensure Program. M.Ed. and Graduate Certificate inEducational Leadership and Policy Studies Applicants. All M.Ed. and Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies applicants must provide evidence of suc-cessful completion of Virginia’s School Leaders Licensure Assessment (SLLA).

Please return your completed application, all required documents and $50 application fee to:University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

28 Westhampton WayAttn: SCS Admissions

University of Richmond, Virginia 23173

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School of Continuing Studiesstudents are serious about

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drive to achieve them.

New Student Orientation

takes place on

January 6, 2010

See page 28

for details.

Did YouKnow?

Linda Whitaker, ’07Liberal ArtsMaster of HRM Student

Contents

uGetting Started4 About SCSQuick reminders for continuing stu-dents regarding registration.

General Information for new students.Learn more about our degrees, flexibleways to earn credit, admissions proce-dures and student resources.

32 Additional InformationA variety of other helpful informationon a variety of topics including finan-cial aid, adding and dropping classes,and making tuition payments.

uClasses10 Class ScheduleClasses are listed alphabetically bysubject and provide a quick glance atall the course details including CRN,day, time and instructor. Detailedcourse descriptions and registrationnotes are listed following the coursedetails.

uRegistration11 Activate Your Net IDInstructions for activating your Net ID.Important for all students and espe-cially important for students enrollingin online or hybrid classes.

24 CalendarImportant dates to remember for thefall semester.

36 Online RegistrationInstructionsStep-by-step instructions on how toregister using BannerWeb, ouronline registration system.

37 ApplicationsReady to enroll? Here’s where you’llfind our undergraduate and graduateapplications.

uSCS ContactsDeanJames L. Narduzzi, Ph.D.289-8135

Senior Associate DeanPatricia Johnson Brown, Ed.D.289-8136

Associate DeansNed Swartz, Ed.D.287-6338David Kitchen, Ph.D.289-8382

Director of Student ServicesSandra Kirkland289-8137

Student Advisors

Lois Willis287-6378Off campus and graduate students

From the CoverWho is the workforce of tomorrow? Mostly it’s the workforce of today. As jobs re-quiring bachelor’s and master’s degrees continue to increase, sending our children to col-lege is only part of the answer. It’s more important than ever that we all make aninvestment in education. For many, that’s a major life change, and we’d like to make it ashassle-free as possible. Education is a great way to keep yourself valuable to your organiza-tion. Complete your bachelor’s degree or pursue an advanced degree. Learn new job skillsby taking a class or two for professional development. Or prepare for a second career by en-rolling in a certificate program. No matter which options you choose, you can feel confidentknowing that it’ll be affordable and convenient at SCS.

Rethinking your career? Want to renew some job skills or retool your resume? Ready toreturn to school? See pages 37 and 39 for our undergraduate and graduate applications andapply today.

uNew and Interesting

18 New Grad Programs in Educational Leader-ship begin spring 2010. We’re now taking appli-cations for two new graduate programs we’restarting to help meet the growing need for highly-qualified public school administrators.

27 Entreprenuership Series. This series includescourses covering selected topics essential to themarketing and management of entrepreneurialenterprises in business, the arts, technology, andthe non-profit sector.

26 Master of Liberal Arts. Looking for a graduatedegree that will let you build a focus that is appli-cable to your personal and professional goals?Take a look at our new Master of Liberal Arts.

28 New Student Orientation. Learn more about thegreat resources available to Richmond students atour New Student Orientation.

30 Now enrolling new students in our Leader-ship Certificate. The significance of effectiveleadership is greater today than ever before aseconomic, legal, and global factors conspire to cre-ate an incredibly complex and challenging environ-ment. SCS’s Certificate of Applied Studies inLeadership has been created to assist in meetingthese challenges.

Every effort has been made to ensure the ac-curacy of the information presented in thisSchedule of Classes. However, all classes, in-structor designations, locations and fees aresubject to change or deletion without notice.Therefore, the provisions of this publicationare not to be regarded as an irrevocable con-tract between the University of Richmond andthe student. Comments and course sugges-tions are welcome. Please call 804-289-8133or e-mail [email protected].

The security of all members of the campuscommunity is of vital concern to the Universityof Richmond. Information regarding crime pre-vention advice, the law enforcement authorityof the University Police, policies concerningthe reporting of any crimes which may occuron campus, and crime statistics for the mostrecent 3-year period may be requested fromthe University of Richmond Police Department,Box 296, University of Richmond, VA 23173 oraccessed athttp://oncampus.richmond.edu/administra-tion/police/ccra.html.

Faculty who inspire. Fellow studentswho want to be challenged.Flexible evening and weekend classes. Incredibleacademic resources. The latest technology. Andmore opportunities than you can imagine.

As part of one of America’s top-ranked privateuniversities, the School of Continuing Studiesoffers an intimate environment designed tomeet the needs of adults. Students gainboth academic knowledge andpractical real-world skills, manyof which immediately transferto the workplace.

If you’re thinking aboutstarting or finishing adegree, you’ll findfaculty and staffdedicated to youracademic successand a school thatoffers a continuingeducationalexperienceunlike anyother.

Get yourcollegedegree…and somuch more.

scs.richmond.edu (804) 289-8133

Cliff Middlebrook, ‘07Liberal Arts

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Only one in three working U.S. adults has a bachelor’s degree, making the investment in your educationone of the best ways to refuel your future. Continuing education enhances your career prospects byopening the doors to new jobs, second careers and promotions. The University of Richmond’s School ofContinuing Studies offers working adults a wide range of opportunities to acquire the knowledge andskills to advance in current careers or transition to new jobs and careers.

Rethinking your career? Want to renew some job skills or Retool your resume? Ready to return toschool? See pages 37 and 39 for our undergraduate and graduate applications and apply today.

uJOIN US THIS SPRING Registration continues through January 10. Classes begin January 11.

It’s nottoo late to enrollfor spring.

Carol Adams, SCS‘07Human ResourcesManagement

scs.richmond.edu

DEGREE PROGRAMS FORADULT STUDENTS

CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 11

Refuel your future.Retool your resume.

Renew your skills.Rethink your career.

Return to school.

uNew M. Ed. In Educational Leadership Begins Prepare to lead a school in Virginia.

S P R I N G 2 O 1 O

Aleta Fonville, SCS ’09IT Mamangement

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