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Agnes Scott

Agnes Scott College
Catalog

2001-2003

Acnes Scott College

THE WORLD FOR WOMEN

Agnes Scott College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age or disabiiitv- in the rccnjitment and
admission of students This nondiscriminatory policy also applies to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities, generally accorded or made available to
students at the College; and to the administration of educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, student employment and other Collegc-administcrcd
programs

The greatest care and attention to detail is given to the preparation of the program of the College and every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of its presen-
tation in this catalog, but the College reserves the nght m iis discretion to make at any lime changes affecting the policies, fees, cumcula or other matters
required to carry out the objectives and purposes of the College Agnes Scott College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Contents

Mission and Purpose 5

Values 6

An Overview 7

History. lo

Life on Campus 12

Extracurricular Activities 14

Tine Campus 17

Admission 20

Irene K. Woodruff Program 25

Tuition and Fees 27

Financial Aid 30

Academic Program 35

Academic Policies 46

Academic Honors 5

International Education 54

Special Curricular Opportunities 60

Off-campus Opportunities 64

Post-baccalaureate Programs and

Preparation for Graduate Study. 66

Courses of Study. 69

Faculty, Staff and Trustees 118

Index 125

2001-2003 Academic Calendars 128

Directions to Agnes Scott College 129

The Agnes Scott College Catalog 2001-2003

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Mission and Purpose

Agnes Scott College, a liberal arts college for
women, originated in the faith and vision of a
small group of Presbyterians in Decatur, Georgia.

In July 1889, the Decatur Female Seminary, later
renamed Agnes Scott College, was organized for the
purpose of educating women. Since 1906, the
College has offered the Bachelor of Arts degree to
women, and in 1992, the College established a
Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary English, open
to women and men as required by law.

The founders of the College envisioned an insti-
tution dedicated to excellence in higher education
and committed to the Christian faith. Throughout its
history, Agnes Scott College has sought to maintain
the ideals of its founders: "a high standard of scholar-
ship" and "the formation and development of
Christian character."

Agnes Scott College insists upon the highest
standards of excellence in its faculty, staff and
students and provides a broad curriculum designed
to develop all aspects of compassionate, inquiring
persons, its rich liberal arts curriculum seeks to

enable women to better understand themselves and
the world in which they live and to integrate what
they know into a humane perspective. Nourished by
time-honored traditions as well as by new dimen-
sions of liberal arts education, students are encour-
aged to develop intellectual independence, moral
insight and individual creativity, to the end that they
may live full and useful lives in their families, their
careers and the world.

Agnes Scott College affirms its relationship to
the Judeo-Christian tradition. The values of this tra-
dition are central to the life of the College. The
Christian faith continues to shape the mission and
purpose of the College.

The dialogue between faith and learning at
Agnes Scott College fosters not only academic free-
dom, but an appreciation of pluralism and a desire
for diversity. Those who share its life are invited to
share its mission and purpose.

The Board oj Trustees adopted this interpretation of the charter
statement on May (3, 1988^ amended October 29, (993.

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Values

Agnes Scott College values the following goals:
A Commitment to Women

To a holistic approach to education for
women, acknowledging the primacy of
intellectual development, with integrating
opportunities for physical, social, cultural
and spiritual development.

To perspectives within the liberal arts tradi-
tion that are particularly significant for
women.

A Commitment to Teaching and Learning

* To academic excellence, rigor and creativity
that engender the joy of learning.

f To personal interaction between students
and faculty with an emphasis on
independent study and mentoring.

To the utilization of wide-ranging

pedagogical techniques and technologies.

f To an emphasis on collaborative learning.

A Commitment to the Liberal Arts

To the experience of a broad range of
liberal studies disciplines, including the
humanities, fine arts, natural and social
sciences, with significant depth in a
disciplinary or interdisciplinary major

To the liberal arts as the indispensable
foundation for professional life.

A Commitment to an Appreciation of Diverse Cultures

To curricula reflecting a wide range of
original sources and scholarly critiques.

To a student body and a faculty who bring
to Agnes Scott the diverse perspectives of
their circumstances, cultures and back-
grounds.

To respectful engagement with divergent
ideas, philosophies and perspectives from
all members of the College community.

- To applied learning opportunities in local
and international communities.

A Commitment to a Community that Values Justice,
Courage and Integrity

To encourage the development of a spiritual
commitment and a set of values that can
serve as sources of vitality, meaning and
guidance in the lives of students.

To support the development of leadership
skills and community service experience
needed to become effective contributors to
one's family, profession and to society and
world citizenship.

Endorsed by the faculty, April 1995.

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An Overview

Agnes Scott College is committed to educating
women who achieve in their professions, con-
tribute to their communities, engage the social, tech-
nological and global issues of their times and live
personally and spiritually purposeful lives. The liberal
arts curriculum emphasizes academic excellence,
interdisciplinary learning initiatives and experiential
learning that includes local internships, collaborative
research and study abroad. Students at Agnes Scott
thrive in an atmosphere of academic and intellectual
challenge, often creating their own challenges
through independent studies and self-designed
majors.

Agnes Scott alumnae include Rhodes, Fulbright,
Truman and Coldwater scholars, a chief justice of the
South Carolina Supreme Court, a Tony Award-win-
ning playwright, a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer,
internationally acclaimed scientists and women who
work in the CIA, CDC, EPA, CNN and the Peace
Corps.

These distinguished graduates came to Agnes
Scott with a strong academic record in high school
and a desire to achieve higher goals. They left with
the knowledge and insight to achieve those goals
and to make a lasting contribution to their communi-
ty, their generation and the world.

Challenges and Choices

The Agnes Scott core curriculum is flexible and
creative and places few authoritative restrictions on
what courses a student must take. In many courses,
learning crosses the boundary lines of fields and
departments, countries and cultures to become not
just study but experience.

For example, students may discuss Nietzsche
and Wagner in German through our Language
Across the Curriculum program. Or collaborate on
cultural festivals with peers from Bangladesh, Ghana,
Pakistan and the Ukraine. Or conduct experiments in
atmospheric physics using the 30-inch Beck tele-
scope in our Bradley Observatory.

Many learning opportunities are offered beyond
the campus. Students can cross-register for courses at
Emory University, Spelman College, Georgia

Institute of Technology and 17 other colleges and
universities in metro Atlanta,- join students and civic
leaders from around the country to learn more about
women, leadership and social change through Agnes
Scott's unique Atlanta Semester program,- intern at
such local sites as CNN, The Carter Center, Fortune
100 companies or the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention,- and volunteer with such organiza-
tions as Best Buddies, Habitat for Humanity, Hands
On Atlanta or the DeKalb Rape Crisis Center
Agnes Scott students can lobby for policy
changes on Capitol Hill through the Washington
Semester at American University, participate in dual
degree programs with Washington University and
Georgia Tech and study in japan through an
exchange program with Kinjo Gakuin University in
Nagoya, Japan.

International Education

International education is an integral part of the
Agnes Scott experience. The curriculum, study-
abroad programs, the presence of international stu-
dents and scholars on campus and collaborations
with partner institutions and organizations around
the world contribute to the education of globally
competent citizens.

Agnes Scott students can develop a better
understanding of themselves and the world in which
they live through study abroad. To encourage stu-
dents to study abroad, the College sponsors two fac-
ulty-led study tours (Global Awareness and Global
Connections) as well as participation in exchange
and affiliate programs with more than 140 institu-
tions in more than 40 countries.

Agnes Scott's goal is to provide a 21st century
education that allows for at least half of its students
to study abroad. To make sure this happens the
College provides various forms of financial support
to eligible students.

Distinguished Faculty

Agnes Scott's full-time faculty hold the highest
degrees in their fields They have earned Ph Ds from
institutions such as The Unlversit>' of California-

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Berkeley, Harvard, Stanford and Bryn Mawr and stay
current in their disciplines by researching and pub-
lishing in academic journals. Agnes Scott professors
are available for special assistance when needed and
often work closely with students on research proj-
ects. The student-faculty ratio at Agnes Scott is 10:1.

Notable Guests

The enthusiasm and special interests of the fac-
ulty are largely responsible for the wide variety of
distinguished writers and other notable guests who
have visited the campus over the years. They include
Pulitzer Prize-wmner Gwendolyn Brooks, Pearl
Cleage, Margaret Atwood, Alfred Uhry, John
Updike, Carolyn Forche, Robert Frost, Eudora Welty,
Isabel Allende and Reynolds Price.

An Ideal Location

The Agnes Scott campus is located in metropoli-
tan Atlanta in the city of Decatur Nationally known
as a center for research and higher education, Atlanta
provides resources and learning opportunities that
greatly enhance the Agnes Scott curriculum.

Theaters, museums and other educational and
cultural attractions are easily reached by car and
MARTA (Metropolitan Adanta Rapid Transit
Authority) rail.

While benefiting from Atlanta's extensive
resources, Agnes Scott students also enjoy the small-
town charm of Decatur (population 20,000) with its
cozy restaurants, intriguing shops and interesting his-
torical sites.

The College itself is the centerpiece of a beauti-
ful national historic district consisting primarily of
homes built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The campus, with its Collegiate Gothic and
Victorian architecture, brick walkways and century-
old trees, is a pleasant place to stroll, meditate, meet
with friends and experience a bit of history.

Rich in Tradition

Integrity is an important traditional value at
Agnes Scott. Over the years, students have preserved
this value with an Honor Code that supports one of
the oldest and most respected student-run honor sys-
tems in the country'. Under the Honor System,
students have a high level of autonomy that includes
self-scheduled exams and unproctored tests.

Fun is also a tradition. Each school year begins
with Black Cat, a week of class competition, madness
and mayhem that concludes with a formal dance.
More serious traditions are the sophomore ring cere-
mony and senior investiture, in which seniors receive
their mortar boards.

Plans for the Future

With all its history and tradition, the College
does not dwell in the past. It continues to move for-
ward with solid plans to increase enrollment, to
expand and update campus facilities and to enhance
the curriculum.

Today, approximately 900 students attend class-
es at Agnes Scott and enjoy the many exttacurricular
opportunities that supplement the traditional liberal
arts academic program. Early in the new century,
enrollment is expected to increase to 1 ,000 students.
At the same time, the College will maintain a low
student-faculty ratio.

The Agnes Scott campus consists of 26 buildings
and an apartment complex on 100 acres. As part of
the comprehensive Master Plan, the renovated Evans
Dining Hall opended in 1999, the renovated Bradley
Observatory with the new Delafield Planetarium
opened in fall of 2000, the new Alston Campus
Center and the expanded and renovated McCain
Library opened in early 2001 and construction is
underway on a $36.5 million science building to be
completed in 2003.

A Leader among Liberal Arts Colleges

Agnes Scott ranks among the top 10 national
liberal arts colleges and in the top 25 of all colleges
and universities in the United States in endowment
per student.

The College has been recognized as one of the
International 50, the top colleges in the nation for
international focus. It has been noted as a "Great
School at a Great Price" by U.S. News & World
Report's 2001 rankings. The Best 331 Colleges, pub-
lished by Princeton Review, ranks Agnes Scott number
three for "quality of life," ranking third behind
Dartmouth College and Davidson College and ahead
of Harvard. The Fiske Guide to Colleges 200 < proclaims
that Agnes Scott "continues to be the Souths leading
women's institution." "An academically challenging

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liberal arts college," Fiske continues, "Agnes Scott
College is highly acclaimed for its science and math-
ematics programs."

The College's achievements and reputation are
built on foundations laid by its progressive
Presbyterian founders in 1889. At a time when edu-
cating women was considered a frivolous pursuit,
they ignored the prevailing wisdom and established a
new standard. N4ore important, they challenged
women to challenge themselves. The College is hon-
ored to continue that same tradition today.

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History

The first ripples of the Progressive Era were tested
in the waters of Decatur, Ga., in July 1889, when
a handful of reform-minded Presbyterians founded a
school for girls and women and named it Decatur
Female Seminary. That one bold step, initiated by
the Rev. Frank FJenry Gaines, minister of the Decatur
Presbyterian Church, turned the tide of education for
girls and women in Georgia and set the stage for the
founding of Agnes Scott College. In its first year, the
Decatur Female Seminary occupied a single rented
house and had slightly more than $5,000 in sub-
scribed capital. In that first session, four teachers
instructed 63 students at the grammar school level.

in the spring of 1890, Col. George Washington
Scott, a leading Decatur businessman, gave $40,000
to provide a "home" for the school. Col. Scott had
earlier provided 40 percent of the initial capital, and
his gift to the new school was the largest sum given

to education in Georgia up to that time. In recogni-
tion of his interest and support, the Board of Trustees
changed the school's name to Agnes Scott Institute
in honor of Col. Scott's mother, Agnes Irvine Scott.
Within 10 years, the Institute gained accredita-
tion as a secondary school. In 1906, it was chartered
as Agnes Scott College and awarded its first degrees,
in 1907, the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools accredited the College, which became the
first college or university in Georgia to receive
regional accreditation. By 1920, the College earned
the approval of the Association of American
Universities, and six years later, the United Chapters
of Phi Beta Kappa granted it a charter. Agnes Scott is
also a charter member of the American Association
of University Women and a charter member of the
Southern University Conference.

The Agnes

' 1 "he story of Agnes Irvine
1 Scott, and indeed, the

Scott Legac

Burns, Shakespeare and the

y

sive-thinking Presbyterians,

Bible, and hoping for a better

founded an institution for the

College that bears her name,

life with family members, she

purpose of educating women

is one of faith, courage and

journeyed to Alexandria, Penn.

in Decatur, Ga., in 1889.

independence. The College's

There she married John Scott,

By helping begin the

late 19th-century beginnings,

a widower with five children.

institution that eventually bore

rooted in the generosity, faith

Together they had seven more

his mother's name, George

and progressive thinking of a

children.

Washington Scott created a

small group of Presbyterians,

Agnes Irvine Scott lived

dynamic memorial to a woman

very much reflect the values

long enough to see her family

who valued family as well as

and ideals of the founder's

divided by the Civil War One

faith and learning, first in her

mother, Agnes limine, who was

son, John Scott, became a U.S.

native Ireland and then as an

born to an impoverished family

senator from Pennsylvania.

immigrant mother in America.

in Ballykeel, Ireland, in 1799.

Another son, George

Agnes Irvine Scott's coura-

Agnes departed her home-

Washington Scott, became

geous life and independent

land in 1816 at age 17 with her

a successful businessman in

spirit spanned two centuries

twice-widowed mother, leaving

Florida and Georgia. He, along

and two cultures,- they continue

behind a beau and a home in

with the Rev. Frank FHenry

to serve as an inspiration for

Newry. Buoyed by the works of

Gaines and a group of progres-

Agnes Scott College today.

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Throughout its history, Agnes Scott has been
proud of its Presbyterian heritage and continues to
explore the connections between faith and learning.
The College values religious diversity and provides
an environment in which all faiths are honored.

The College's academic program firmly adheres
to the traditional liberal arts disciplines. Academic
and extracurricular opportunities supplement the aca-
demic program to meet the changing needs of
women in our society.

From modest beginnings, the assets of the
College have grown to include an endowment per
student that is among the highest in the nation. From
a single house on a small lot, Agnes Scott has

expanded to 26 buildings and an apartment complex
on 100 acres. The campus is included in the South
Candler Street Agnes Scott College Historic District.

Since its founding in 1889, seven presidents
have sewed: Frank Henry Gaines ( 1 889-1923), James
Ross McCain (1923-1951), Wallace McPherson
Alston (1951-1973), Marvin Banks Perry Jr. (1973-
1982), Ruth Schmidt (1982-1994), Sally Mahoney,
Interim (1994-95) and Mary Brown Bullock '66
(1995-present).

A more ddaiki history of A^ies Scott College may be fouiui m Lest
We Forget, by Walter Edward McNair, and A Full and Rich
Measure, by M. Lee Sayrs '69 and Christine S. Cozznis.

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Life on Campus

Orientation

At Agnes Scott College, the entire community
works together to help incoming students successful-
ly begin their college careers. Orientation begins
during the summer before a new student arrives on
campus with contact from Orientation Council,
upper-class students who plan and coordinate orien-
tation activities and events. A crucial part of orienta-
tion at Agnes Scott is the FY! (For Your Information)
program. All new incoming students are assigned to
an FY! group. The FYI group includes approximately
15 new students, a faculty advisor, a staff coordinator
and two returning students. FYI groups meet weekly
until Thanksgiving and provide valuable information
on a variety of topics, from the very practical to the
more philosophical or theoretical. Transcripts will
reflect the completion of FY!.

Orientation includes meeting with a faculty
advisor through the FY! groups, as well as individual-
ly, help with course selection and placement tests
and formal introductions to campus organizations.
Students also get to know Agnes Scott through less
formal programs. Social involvement is encouraged
through activities such as weekend events in the
Atlanta area, on-campus parties with students from
other colleges and participation in events on other
Atlanta campuses.

International students, members of under-repre-
sented populations, transfer students and Woodruff
Scholars are all assigned to FYI groups, as well as
offered additional orientation programs tailored to
their needs. All students are welcomed and encour-
aged to become involved members of the campus
community.

Honor System

Ethics and values are central to the purpose, cur-
riculum and social life of Agnes Scott College. The
Honor System, rarely found on campuses today, is
governed by students. Each student is expected to
uphold the high standards of the system and take
personal responsibility for her own integrity and
behavior

Student Government

Agnes Scott is a community that values open
communication among faculty, students and adminis-
trators. The Student Government Association acts as
a formal liaison between students and the administra-
tion. Through this association, students are, to a
large extent, self-governing as they assume responsi-
bility for many policies and regulations. More infor-
mation about student government can be found in
the Student F^andbook.

Student Housing

Agnes Scott's residence halls are comfortable
and inviting. Agnes Scott, Rebekah Scott and Inman
halls have been restored to their Victorian elegance
while meeting today's needs for efficiency and com-
fort. Their former grace is recaptured with period
design and furnishings (some donated by alumnae)
and chandeliers in the lobbies and parlors. All three
of these halls are now listed in the National Register
of F^istoric Places. Three other comfortable
residence halls of traditional design are Hopkins,
Walters and Winship. All of the residence hall
rooms have Internet and cable TV connections.

The residence halls are almost entirely self-
governed within the policies of the College and the
Office of Residence Life. Student staff in each build-
ing includes a resident director and resident assis-
tants, who are supervised by the director of residence
life. The Student Handbook explains all campus
regulations.

Apartment-style living is also available at the
College's Avery Glen apartments located on the east
side of the campus. An option for upperclass women,
Avery Glen affords a greater sense of independent
living.

Juniors and seniors have yet another housing
option with the introduction in 2001 of three exquis-
itely restored Victorian homes adjacent to the cam-
pus. These homes will operate as theme houses with
a goal of creating a living/learning environment
based on a learning theme. Students will apply to
live in these houses according to their interest in
and commitment to the assigned theme. The main

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purpose of the living arrangement is to facilitate
learning. For example, a language house would
provide students with opportunities to speak the
assigned language and to sponsor and participate in
special programs and events in the house related to
that language and/or culture. By choosing to reside
in the house, residents would commit themselves to
the plan for using the living arrangement to advance
learning. Collaboration between faculty and stu-
dents is an important focus of this arrangement and
each house is aligned with a faculty or staff advisor
Academic departments submit proposals for themes
each year The theme houses in 2001-2002 include
the Casa His/)(iuic<?/Spanish Language House,
Environmental Studies House and International
House.

All students, except nontraditional-age Woodruff
College students, are required to live in campus

housing. Any student who wishes to change her resi-
dency status must have the permission of the dean of
students.

If a student's conduct should indicate that she is
not in sympathy with the ideals and standards of the
College's residence life policies or is not mature
enough to reside on campus, the dean of students
may terminate her resident status.

Multicultural Affairs

As part of its mission, Agnes Scott promotes
understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures
and heritages in the campus community. The move-
ment from tolerance to awareness and understanding,
and ultimately, to celebration of differences is
achieved through training, leadership development
and programming. The director for multicultural
affairs is responsible for assisting students from

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Extracurrici

a

ar Activitie

!S

Through a wide choice of extracurricular activities, students can exercise their

talents, explore old interests

, develop new ones and enjoy the special chemistry of

shared enthusiasms.

Clubs and Organizations

Joyful Noise, gospel singing

Student Peace Action Network

group

(SPAN)

African-West Indian Student

-f

Judicial Board

Student Senate

Association

f

League of Women Voters

Studio Dance Theatre

Agnes Scott Chess Club

Mortar Board

Sub-continental Student

Agnes Scott Outdoors

Muslim Student Association

Association

Agnes Scott College

National Coalition Building

Theta Alpha Kappa (Religious

Community Orchestra

Institute, (NCBI)

Studies Honor Society)

American Chemical Society

New Life, nondenominational

Tower Council

Amnesty International

Christian fellowship

f TriBeta (Biology Honor

Asian Cultural Awareness

-f

Newman Club, Roman Catholic

Society)

Student Association

organization

Volunteer Board

Astronomy Club

New Westminister Fellowship,

-f WAVE (Women of Action,

-f Atlanta YAD, Young Jewish

Presbyterian organization

Voice and Education)

Adult Agency

Orientation Council

Wesley Foundation, United

Tfcf Aurora, annual literary

-f

Phi Alpha Theta (FJistory

Methodist organization

magazine

Honor Society)

Witkaze, organization for

Best Buddies

-f

Phi Beta Kappa

African-American students

Blackfriars, drama group

Phi Sigma Tau (Philosophy

Women in Business

Campus Civitan

Honor Society)

REALITE

Campus Girl Scouts

Pi Delta Phi (French Honor

Canterbury Club, Episcopal

Society)

Sports

organization

The Projile, student newspaper

Career Advisory Board

-f

Psi Chi (Psychology Honor

NCAA Varsity Athletics

Century Club, physical fitness

Society)

Basketball

Circle K

Psychology Club

Cross Country

The Collective

f

Publius, pre-law club

Soccer

College Democrats

Religious Life Council

Softball

Collegiate Chorale

Residence Hall Council

Tennis

Colonnade Club

-f

Returning to College

Swimming

Conservative Forum

Organization

Volleyball

f Day Student Organization

SAFE Women

Faust Club, German studies,

Showtime Programs Board

Intramural Activities

culture and language

Sigma Delta Phi

Century Club

French Club

Silhouette, student yearbook

Field Hockey

Green Earth Organization

Social Council

Tennis

(GEO)

Sotto Voce

Social Dance Lessons

FHabitat for FHumanity

Spanish Club

Scottie 5K & 1 mile

hlispanic Awareness Society

Spiritual Awareness Association

Scottie Fitness Leaders

Honor Court

f

Student Government

Rock Climbing

International Student

Association

Hiking Trip

Organization

Whitewater Rafting

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under-represented cultures as they strive to achieve
their educational goals.

Student Activities

Outside of the classroom, a host of student
activities adds an important dimension to life at
Agnes Scott. Formals, band parties, concerts and
films, as well as lectures on classical and contempo-
rary issues, are among the many offerings presented
through the office of student activities. The new
campus center, which opened in January 2001, hous-
es many of these activities as well as a snack bar,
bookstore and post office.

httercolkgiate Athletics and Other Sports Activities

Students enjoy a wide range of sports activities
on campus, including weight training, tennis and
swimming. They can also participate in intercolle-
giate basketball, Softball, soccer, cross country, ten-
nis, volleyball and swimming through Agnes Scott's
Division III membership in the National Collegiate
Athletic Association (NCAA).

Health Services

Resident students are eligible for the health serv-
ices provided on campus at the Warren Health
Center. The center's director is a nationally certified
nurse practitioner who works with physician consult-
ants in internal medicine, gynecology and psychiatry.
Services conducted throughout the year include eval-
uation and treatment of health problems, counseling
and special health education and screening programs.

The residence fee entitles boarding students to
evaluation and treatment by the nurse practitioner or
referral to the appropriate medical resource. Faculty,
staff and non-resident students may receive first aid
for minor injuries, limited health screening, health
information and referral upon request, but are not
eligible for other services from the student health
center.

The College reserves the right, if parents or
guardians cannot be reached, to make decisions con-
cerning emergency health problems for any student
who is a minor. Students with specific health prob-
lems, serious illnesses or injuries will be referred to
the appropriate specialist or medical facility.
Off-campus psychiatric counseling services are avail-
able upon request.

The center's health education program stresses
prevention of illness, promotes self-care and encour-
ages positive health practices. Reference materials on
health issues are available at the student health
center.

Personal Counseling

Confidential counseling services are offered for
all currently enrolled Agnes Scott undergraduate stu-
dents by the Office of Personal Counseling staff,
who are all licensed psychologists or doctoral-level
graduate students under their supervision. Services
include individual, couples and group counseling,-
consultation and referral services, and outreach pro-
gramming.

Students come to counseling for a wide variety
of concerns including managing relationships, han-
dling family problems, coping with stress, homesick-
ness, decreasing depressive feelings, dealing with
fears, handling a crisis, eating and/or body image
concerns, improving communication, learning to be
assertive, study skills, time management, increasing
self-esteem, understanding one's sexuality, managing
time, decision-making and dealing with alcohol
and/or drug concerns.

individual counseling involves meeting one-on-
one with a counselor for approximately 45 to 50
minutes, usually on a weekly basis for up to 15 ses-
sions per calendar year. Couples counseling is avail-
able for dealing with relationship or roommate con-
cerns. Croup counseling involves three or more stu-
dents meeting together with one or more counselors
to deal with shared concerns. Consultation is avail-
able for staff, faculty, students. Year Five students or
family members with a concern about an Agnes Scott
student or a specific mental health-related issue.
Referrals are available for off-campus mental health
services (e.g., longer-term psychotherapy, testing for
learning disabilities, psychiatric care, intensive treat-
ment programs). In addition, workshops and presen-
tations can be arranged for groups or classes interest-
ed in counseling-related topics.

Spiritual Life

The Julia Thompson Smith Chaplain coordi-
nates Agnes Scott's religious activities, offering
opportunities for worship, reflection, service and
community-building.

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On-campus worship includes monthly Friday
morning chapel worship, weekly Wednesday devo-
tionals, and services in celebration of special campus
occasions. Serving as a liaison between the broader
religious community and the College, the chaplain
encourages students to become involved in the wor-
ship of a local congregation and provides informa-
tion about the many churches, synagogues and other
places of worship in Decatur and Atlanta. The
chaplain also has information about various campus
religious organizations.

Contexts for reflection on the relationship
between faith and learning, as well as on personal
and societal issues, are provided through speakers,
group discussions, support groups and spiritual coun-
seling. The chaplain's office offers volunteer opportu-
nities for faithful service in the larger community by
dealing with such issues as homelessness and hous-
ing, literacy, the environment, health, poverty and
battered women.

in these ways and as advisor to the Religious Life
Council, the chaplain facilitates the building of posi-
tive community life grounded in traditions of faith.

Career Planning

The Office of Career Planning helps students
make informed decisions about career options. Staff
members encourage students to appreciate career
development as a lifelong process that only begins
at Agnes Scott.

The office provides individual career counseling,
self-assessment aids (including the Strong Interest
Inventory, the Myers-Briggs Type Inventory and the
Personality Research Form), numerous workshops on
topics such as resume writing, interviewing tech-
niques and graduate school preparation.

The career observation extern and intern pro-
grams provide students with access to mentors and
role models in different career fields. Through the
career observation program, students spend an after-
noon or an entire day talking with and observing
local sponsors in careers of interest to the students.
The extern program enables students to perform
some on-the-job activities during an entire work
week spent with sponsors and their colleagues. The
intern program provides summer and semester place-
ment, which gives students on-the-job experience in
many fields such as business, social service, journal-
ism and the arts. Internships may be paid or unpaid
and for credit or non-credit.

The career planning office has job postings for
students seeking permanent, summer and part-time
work. Through Monster Track, an on-line college job
listing available via the career planning Web page,
students and alumnae may access current national
career opportunities. The career library contains
books and magazines related to career choices
and company information, as well as part-time and
full-time job listings. Mock interviews are conducted
to help students develop interviewing skills. A career
forum with representatives from a variety of compa-
nies and institutions is held annually with a consor-
tium of Georgia colleges.

Throughout the year, employers visit the campus
to recruit and/or conduct interviews. Many employ-
ers also participate in our resume recruitment pro-
gram by requesting resumes of upcoming graduates.

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The Campus

Library

Agnes Scott's library combines strong collec-
tions, individual attention, superior study spaces and
advanced technology to support our students in their
research and course assignments. The architecturally
distinguished McCain Library, built in 1936,
reopened in 2001 after a total renovation and major
expansion. Features of this beautiful building include
group studies and media rooms, comfortable study
nooks, an outdoor reading terrace and wireless net-
work connectivity throughout the facility.

The library collection, selected to support the
undergraduate curriculum, includes more than
210,000 volumes, 1,100 periodical subscriptions
and 14,000 sound or video recordings as well as
microforms, archives and other materials. Many of
the library's resources are now electronic and are
available 24 hours a day from other campus facilities,
residence halls and off-campus locations. An array
of more than 100 different databases offers hill-text
articles drawn from several thousand journal titles,
periodical indexes in almost all disciplines, reference
tools and more than 15,000 digital books. These
electronic resources include, but also go beyond,
the holdings of GALILEO, the Georgia statewide
virtual library.

Librarians offer one-on-one reference assistance,
group workshops and other opportunities for learn-
ing about the library and its resources. In partnership
with the faculty, they also provide course-related
instructional sessions that build the information
literacy skills needed for academic success and career
development.

Through Agnes Scott's membership in the
Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education
(ARCHE), students also enjoy access to the library
holdings (10 million volumes) of 20 other local
colleges and universities. Interlibrary loan provides
additional access to specialized research materials
that might be needed by students or faculty.

Computer Facilities

The College provides state-of-the-art electronic
resources that augment and enhance the teaching

and learning environment. Students have free
access to the Internet as well as many other on-
line resources through the campus network. All
campus facilities and classrooms are wired and
fully accessible.

The Alston Campus Center provides a number
of computing facilities including Butler Business
Center, Cyber Cafe and the eCommons Lab. The
Buttrick classroom building houses the multimedia
classroom. Wireless laptop loaners are available for
special projects from information technology services
and McCain Library. Macintosh computers are
available in the lab in the Dana Fine Arts building.
Special access areas include the Presser music lab,
the Bradley Observatory research lab and the science
resource center. There are 17 labs in all on campus.
McCain Library also houses the Instructional
Technology Center, with the latest in contemporary
equipment and design resources. A wide selection
of software is available for use in each of these areas
as well.

The Center for Writing and Speaking

The Center for Writing and Speaking is a peer
tutoring organization that provides assistance to
students working on writing or speaking (oral pres-
entation) projects of all kinds. The CWS comprises
two specialized centers, the writing center and the
speaking center, both located on the ground floor
of McCain Library.

Students may come to the writing center or the
speaking center at any stage of their projects, tutors
can help them get started on the assignment, develop
the draft or speech or polish the final version.
Tutoring is free to Agnes Scott students and is avail-
able Sunday through Friday during the hours posted.

In tutorial sessions for writing, students are
encouraged to develop their own ideas and to evalu-
ate how well their writing communicates those ideas.
In tutorial sessions for speaking students arc encour-
aged to clarify and develop their ideas for effective
oral communication or to work on presentation style
and method.

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Computers, audio and video equipment and a
variety of other resources are available in the Center
for Writing and Speaking for students to use in tutor-
ing sessions or on their own. Students interested in
applying to be tutors should contact the director.

The Office oj International Education

As the center for Agnes Scott's international
activities, the Office of International Education
provides and supports learning opportunities and
services that foster cross-cultural learning, facilitate
intercultural communication and enhance knowledge
about world cultures and societies. The mission of
the OlE is carried out through the following activi-
ties:

-f Administering international education

programs and services
f Planning and developing new international

programs
Developing and maintaining links with

colleges and universities abroad
Providing opportunities abroad for students,

faculty and staff
International and exchange student advising
Counseling international students and

scholars on immigration-related matters
Study-abroad advising

Maintaining study-abroad resource materials
Supporting the internationalization of the

curriculum

Assisting the faculty in their international-
ization efforts

Welcoming international visitors

f Organizing or assisting with the organi-
zation of events with an international focus
f Enhancing the College's international image
Coordinating the advisement of the
"International House," a new residential
house for students devoted to cross-cultural
learning and international relations.

Two broad groups are served by the OlE; those
students, staff, faculty and alumnae who will be
studymg, interning, volunteering, researching or
traveling abroad,- and those who will be coming to
the campus from abroad Sewices include cross-cul-

tural adjustment assistance, immigration regulatory
assistance, non-resident tax compliance, pre-depar-
ture orientation and other specific services needed by
students, faculty and others engaged in international
exchange and learning.

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International Student Orientation

Working together with the international student
liaison from the orientation council, this orientation
is meant to give all international students the oppor-
tunity to learn about cross-cultural adjustment issues,
housing, banking, safety, transportation, social secu-
rity, immigration regulations, writing and speaking
support, insurance, health services and other impor-
tant information specific to them. International stu-
dents gain the opportunity to meet one another in a
small group setting and to become familiar with the
campus before joining ail other new students for a
general orientation.

Alston Campus Center

Completed in 2001, the spectacular Alston Campus
Center raises life at Agnes Scott to a new level of
shared experience by uniting the residential, co-cur-
ricular and academic portions of the campus. The
building's more than 58,000 square feet, spread over
four levels, support an array of activities. Student
support services, such as career planning, residential
life, multicultural affairs, religious life as well as the
bookstore and post office are housed here. The
Cyber Cafe, where students can work or play online,
and the Luchsinger Fireplace Lounge, a more tradi-
tional setting for conversation and study, are just two
of the many exciting spaces in the building. One
entire floor is devoted to student organizations with
offices and meeting space. Technology Commons
offers two dozen work stations for students and is
accessible 24 hours a day. Mollies Grille and the
Black Cat Cafe offer delicious food choices, and
commuting students find the Patricia Collins Butler
Center their home away from home.

Athletic Facilities

The Robert W. Woodruff Physical Activities
Building provides facilities for a variety of recreation-
al and intercollegiate athletic pursuits. These include
a basketball court, volleyball courts, an eight-lane,
25-meter swimming pool, weight room and training
room. The Cellerstedt Track and Field hosts numer-
ous events including Agnes Scott College soccer and
cross country competitions. Six new tennis courts,
located next to the Cellerstedt Track and Field, will
open fall 2002.

Campus Safety

Agnes Scott has a good safety record, and the
campus and surrounding neighborhoods are consid-
ered comfortable places to live. However, all mem-
bers of the campus community are encouraged to be
cognizant of the often-threatening world in which
we live. Everyone should be alert and aware at all
times and join together in a campuswide effort to
maintain safety.

Students are offered a number of opportunities
to learn more about personal safety and safety issues
through lectures and self-defense classes. Because
safety is a high priority, all residential spaces are
secured and accessible only to those who have been
assigned keys to these buildings. Campus policy
requires guests to be escorted into residential spaces
by residents of the buildings.

Agnes Scott enjoys the protection of a fully
staffed, highly trained police department on campus.
Call boxes for emergency assistance are located
throughout the campus.

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Admission

Agnes Scott College seeks to enroll students of
diverse backgrounds, interests and talents whose
academic and personal qualities promise success.
Qualified women of any race, age, creed, national or
ethnic origin are encouraged to apply. The College
admits qualified students with disabilities and makes
every effort to meet the needs of such students.

The Office of Admission, under policies and
standards established by the faculty, considers each
student's application and examines evidence of sound
academic preparation, ability, motivation, maturity
and integrity. Every completed application receives
a thorough review

Students are admitted on the basis of their
academic and personal records and promise without
regard to financial need.

General Information

The Applicaiion

Applications for undergraduate admission are
distributed by the Office of Admission and are also
available on the Agnes Scott Web site,
www.agnesscott.edu.

An application must be accompanied by a nonre-
fundable $35 application fee, which can be charged
to a major credit card or submitted in the form of a
check or money order to Agnes Scott College.

The application can be submitted electronically or
mailed tO:

Office of Admission

Agnes Scott College

141 E. College Ave.

Atlanta/Decatur, CA 30030

admission@agnesscott.edu

Till Office of Admission comiders re(fueslsfor fee waivers on
on iiuiii'iiiiiiil basis.

Entrance Recjnirements

A student's record of achievement in secondary
school is the most reliable indicator of potential
success in college. Successful candidates for admis-
sion most often graduate in the top 20 percent of their

high school class and present a minimum of four aca-
demic units each year The recommended high school
academic program is four years of English, two years
of one foreign language, three years of mathematics
(algebra 1 and 11, geometry), two years of laboratory
science (biology, chemistry, physics) and two years of
social science. Students may be accepted without the
recommended number of courses in a particular field.

Entrance Examinations

Applicants must present results of either the
Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT 1) or the American
College Test (ACT). These examinations should be
taken in the spring of the junior year or by December
of the senior year in high school. The highest scores
presented by an applicant are considered.

For information on SAT I, write or call:
The College Board/College Entrance
Examination Board
45 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10023-6992
(212) 713-8000
www.collegeboard.org
Agnes Scott's CEEB number is 5002.

For information on ACT, write or call:
American College Testing Program
P.O. Box 168

Iowa City, lA 52243-0168
(319) 337-1000 phone
(319) 339-3021 fax
www.act.org
Agnes Scott's ACT code number is 0780.

Ifonatio about SAT I and ACT also may be obtained in high school
guidance offices.

Advanced Placanent Credit

Credit toward an Agnes Scott degree may be
given for scores of four or five on the following
Advanced Placement Examinations of the College
Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) taken in second-
ary school:

Art - history, studio

Biology

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Chemistry - student may submit application for
lab credit

Computer science

Economics - macro, micro

English - language and composition, literature

and composition

Environmental Science

French - language, literature

German - language

History - American, European

Political science - government and politics,

comparative, U.S.

Classics - Virgil, Latin lyric

Mathematics - calculus AB or BC,- credit granted

for a score of three on calculus BC, credit granted

for a score of 3 on calculus AB if student completes

mathematics 1 19 with a grade of C or better, the

AB subscore is used to award credit for students

who receive a score of 2 or below on calculus BC.

Music theory

Physics - B, C mechanics, electricity and
magnetism

Psychology

Spanish - language, literature

Statistics

International Baccalaureate and Joint Enrollment Credit
Credit toward the Agnes Scott degree may be
given for scores of five, six or seven on the higher
level examinations of the International Baccalaureate
taken in secondary school.

Students who have participated in joint enroll-
ment programs with accredited colleges and universi-
ties may receive credit for grades of C or better if the
college issues an official transcript and certifies that
the course was a regular college course taught by a
regular member of the college faculty. Final determina-
tion of credit for joint enrollment courses will be made
by the assistant dean of the college.

All inquiries and materials connected with
advanced placement or other credit should be
directed to the assistant dean of the college/director
of academic advising.

Interviews and Overnight Visits

An on-campus interview is strongly recommend-
ed but not required for all candidates. Students
become better acquainted with the College, and a visit
is very useful to students in making the final college

decision. An interview is also helpful to the Office of
Admission in evaluating an application, as it allows
admission officers to gain a better understanding of
the applicant's academic and extracurricular interests.
Student-led tours, class visits and overnight stays in
residence halls can be scheduled as part of the campus
visit. To schedule an interview, call or e-mail the
Office of Admission at least one week in advance,

Agnes Scott alumnae are available in many areas
of the country to talk to prospective students about
Agnes Scott by telephone or through an informal
interview. Candidates for admission can find the name
and address of a local alumnae representative by con-
tacting the Agnes Scott Office of Admission.

For information call or e-mail:
Office of Admission
Agnes Scott College
141 E. College Ave.
Atlanta/Decatur, GA 30030
(404)471-628.5 phone
(800) 868-8602 toll-free
(404) 471-6414 fax
admission@agnesscott.edu

Health Record

All applicants who accept the College's offer
of admission must submit a complete medical history,
including a certificate of examination by their physi-
cians as well as results of immunizations and chest
X-rays. Entrance health record forms are mailed to
enrolling students and must be received by the direc-
tor of the Student Health Center by Aug 1 .

Studaits with Disabilities

Agnes Scott College welcomes students with
disabilities and accommodates special needs, which
are determined on an individual basis.

Academic accommodations may include adjust-
ing examination times and allowing the use of taped
textbooks for study and word processing for examina-
tions. Under certain circumstances, a student may
request an exemption to a specific or distributional
requirement by consulting with the assistant dean of
the college. Approval by the dean of the college is
required for this exception.

Residence hall accommodations may include a
room assignment that meets special requirements or
an alarm system for a hearing problem. To initiate a

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request for appropriate accommodations, the student
meets with the assistant dean of the college. Faculty
and staff are informed of the arrangements only at the
request of the student. Students may also receive assis-
tance in planning traffic routes on campus.

Agnes Scott complies with section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

Secondary School Students

Applyincj as a Senior

Seniors should apply for admission before the
deadline (March 1 ) of the senior year They should
submit a completed application form, a high school

transcript, essay, scores from the Scholastic
Assessment Test (SAT 1) and/or the American College
Test (ACT), a guidance counselor's recommendation
and a teacher's recommendation. Agnes Scott admits
students according to the following application plans:

Early Decision/Rrst Choice

(The applicant agrees to withdraw all other

college applications after receiving notice

of admission and fmancial aid from Agnes

Scott.)

Application deadline; Nov. 15

Notification date: Dec. 15

f Scholarship Decision

Application deadline: Jan. 1
Notification date: beginning Jan. 25

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Regular Decision

Application deadline: March 1
Notification: within three weeks of
completion of file

Part-time Studmts

Entering first-year students may elect to enroll at
Agnes Scott on a part-time basis if their circumstances
make full-time attendance impractical. Students wish-
mg to enroll on a part-time basis should discuss that
option with an admission officer in the Office of
Admission and indicate their interest in enrolling part-
time on the application for admission.

Part-time students are not subject to the mini-
mum course load requirement, but they are subject to
the following time limits for completing the degree:

eight years after enrollment if initially
classified as a first-year student

f six years after enrollment if classified as a
sophomore

four years after enrollment if classified as a
junior or senior

Joint Enrollmmt

Some high school seniors are ready to take col-
lege courses before graduation. Under the joint
Enrollment program, high school seniors (male or
female) may take courses at Agnes Scott. These stu-
dents must be approved for admission by the associate
vice president for enrollment. A candidate must sub-
mit a high school transcript, a record of SAT I or ACT
scores and a letter from the high school counselor
providing a general recommendation and specific
course approval.

Early Admission

A student judged to be ready for college after her
junior year of high school may be admitted to Agnes
Scott College under early admission. The student
must be mature, academically prepared and strongly
recommended for this program by her school. Most
high schools grant a diploma after a student completes
first-year courses at Agnes Scott. A student consider-
ing this possibility should consult her high school
guidance office. Successful applicants are classified as
first-year students at Agnes Scott and use the normal
application procedures and dates. An admission inter-
view is required of all early admission applicants

Homeschookd Studmts

The College welcomes applications from candi-
dates for admission who have been schooled at home.
The Office of Admission advises such students to con-
tact the College to facilitate the application process.
Homeschooled students should be encouraged to pro-
vide as much information about their curriculum as
possible through the admission process. Interviews
and three SAT II subject tests in areas such as English,
math and writing are strongly recommended and may
be required. Students are evaluated individually,
although greater emphasis is often placed on standard-
ized test scores and writing samples.

Inteniational Students

International students are encouraged to send
their completed forms early in order to avoid postal
delays.

Foreign nationals whose first language is not
English should also submit the results of the Test of
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Information
may be obtained from the local U.S. Information
Service (USIS) or by writing to the TOEFL Program,
Educational Testing Service, Box 899, Princeton, NJ
08541.

Any student unable to take the TOEFL due to
cost or access should submit a statement of the cir-
cumstances that prohibit taking the TOEFL and, as an
alternative, submit:

Results of either the English Language

Proficiency Test (ELPT) or SAT 11

Writing exam
f Either a recommendation from a teacher of

English or an extra writing sample in

English
All application materials must be submitted in
English and mailed by a school official.

College Students

Transfer Studaits

Agnes Scott welcomes applications from transfer
students, including graduates of two-year colleges.
Transfer applicants are admitted on the basis of aca-
demic and personal achievement and motivation In
addition to a completed application form, each appli-
cant must submit standardized test score results (SAT 1
or ACT), an essay, an official transcript of all high

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school and college work, and one letter of recommen-
dation from a college professor who taught the appli-
cant an academic subject. Students who are on proba-
tion or have been dismissed will not be admitted to
Agnes Scott College.

Transfer students are also urged to visit Agnes
Scott for an interview in the Office of Admission.
Transfer students must complete the junior and senior
years at Agnes Scott and earn a minimum of 64 semes-
ter hours in academic subjects at the College.

Transfer applications are accepted for the fall
and spring semesters. Admission decisions are made
and announced as applications are completed and
openings remain available. Priority application
deadlines are:

Nov 1 , spring admission
f March 1 , fall admission

Transfer credit may be given for courses taken
at accredited institutions, provided the student has
earned a grade of C or better and the courses fall
within the scope of Agnes Scott's curriculum. In order
for Agnes Scott to complete a credit evaluation,
course descriptions from the previous college or uni-
versity's catalog will be needed. The catalog must
represent the same academic year(s) in which the
coursework was completed. To find out how to obtain
a catalog from the previous institutions attended,
contact the respective college or university registrar's
office. Students wishing to apply a substantial portion
of work earned elsewhere toward their major should
check with the assistant dean of the college.

International Transfer Students

Students wishing to transfer from another college or
university outside of the United States should supply a
certified and translated record of courses taken as well
as an evaluation of these courses by a foreign creden-
tial evaluation service. Any national exam results, such
as the British GCE 'O' or 'A Levels, must be submitted
as part of the application. Photocopies of these certifi-
cates should be certified by the student's high school
and bear the student's secondary school's official seal
or stamp.

TransietJt Students

Students in good standing at other colleges may
apply as transient students at Agnes Scott for one or
more semesters and take one or more courses. A
request for admission as a transient student should be
filed in writing with the assistant dean of the College
and supported by the following items sent at the
student's initiative: a transcript of record, including a
statement of good standing and a letter of approval
from the student's college dean, indicating approval
of the plan and of specific courses to be taken for
transfer credit.

Readmission

A student who has withdrawn from the College
and wishes to return should complete an application
for readmission. In addition to the completed applica-
tion for readmission and a non-refundable application
fee, applicants must submit transcripts from any
college/university attended since the original applica-
tion was filed, one letter of recommendation from a
college professor who taught the applicant an academ-
ic subject and a letter stating what the applicant has
been doing since her withdrawal from the College and
why she wishes to return to Agnes Scott. Please note
that the applicant may be asked to provide additional
information depending on the individual circum-
stances.

Employees

The Office of Admission welcomes applications
from current Agnes Scott employees. In addition to
the employee application for admission, the applicant
must submit transcripts from any college/university
attended and a personal statement including the
applicant's educational goals. A personal interview
with an admission officer (for degree-seeking appli-
cants only) is also required. There is no application
fee for current employees. Please note that the appli-
cant may be asked to provide additional information
depending on the individual circumstances. Check
the Personnel Handbook for additional information
on tuition remission policies.

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Irene K. Woodruff Program

Agnes Scott College welcomes women beyond
traditional college age who wish to pursue their
educational objectives in a program suited to their
individual needs. Students in the Irene K. Woodruff
Program enroll in regular college courses and meet
the same degree requirements as the other under-
graduates.

Most women who enroll at Agnes Scott through
the Woodruff Program plan to earn the bachelor of
arts degree. Others pursue programs of study for
personal enrichment, to learn more in a particular
field or to prepare for graduate study in fields such
as medicine, law or theology. Each student's program
of study is carefully planned and reviewed on an
individual basis.

Woodruff Scholars vary greatly in age, back-
ground, marital circumstances, socioeconomic status
and degree of participation in campus life. However,
all enter with a strong desire to succeed, in spite of
the demands of complex personal lives, and they
enrich the College community with their energy,
enthusiasm and personal views.

Admission

The College accepts applications for fall or
spring semester Applicants should submit:

The Woodruff Scholar application,
including a personal essay and the $35
application fee

Two letters of recommendation

Official transcripts of previous high school
and college work, sent directly from the
institutions attended

As soon as all of the application materials are
received, the Office of Admission contacts the
applicant to arrange a campus interview. Neither
the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT 1) nor the
American College Testing Program (ACT) is
required for admission. However, students who
have taken this test within the last five years are
encouraged to submit their scores.

Since students in the program typically have
been out of school for several years, the College

considers a woman's personal history as well as her
academic record to determine her potential for suc-
cess. Factors such as employment outside the home,
community service, self-study and personal motiva-
tion are carefully reviewed in the admission process.
Students who are on probation or have been dis-
missed from another college or university will not be
considered for admission to Agnes Scott College.

Applications should be filed with the Office of
Admission as early as possible, but no later than one
month before the beginning of a semester

Applicants seeking financial aid must apply at
least two months in advance of the semester in
which they plan to enroll.

Financial Aid

Assistance is available for hall- or part-time study
to women who demonstrate financial need and have
no bachelor's degree. Applicants must demonstrate
financial need or eligibility for the Middle Income
Assistance Grant, Scholarships for Georgia Perimeter
College graduates or the Agnes Scott College Phi
Theta Kappa Scholarship. For most forms of financial
aid, students must enroll each semester for a mini-
mum of six semester hours of credit. For more
details, see Financial Aid

Health Record

The College and Georgia state law require a
completed entrance health record to be on file at
the Student Health Center before a student attends
classes. Health record forms are sent to students
after admission

Students with Previous Academic Experience

The Irene K. Woodruff Program accepts both
full- and part-time students who have earned credits
at other accredited institutions. They arc subicct to
the same regulations as transfer students, with the
exception of the minimum course load.

Evaluation oj Transfer Credit

Evaluation of transfer credit requires that course
descriptions from catalogs from all colleges previous-

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ly attended be submitted to the assistant dean of the
college upon acceptance and/or enrollment. Please
contact the registrar of your previous college or col-
leges for assistance in obtaining catalog course
descriptions.

Academic credit earned at other accredited
institutions and meeting Agnes Scott College stan-
dards is applied toward the Agnes Scott degree
upon classification. No more than 66 semester hours
(64 plus two for physical education) of transfer
credit will be counted toward the 1 30 semester hours
required for the Agnes Scott degree. A student must
earn a minimum of 64 hours in Agnes Scott academic
courses toward the 1 30 hours required for the Agnes
Scott degree.

Time Limits for Completing a Degree

Woodruff Scholars must complete their degrees:

f Within eight years of enrollment if initially

classified as a first-year student.
Within six years of enrollment if classified as

a sophomore
f Within four years of enrollment if classified

as a junior or a senior

Students with No Academic Experience

Students who enroll with no previous academic
experience will be classified as first-year students and
will have a limit of eight years to complete the
degree.

Woodruff Program Applicants Seeking Audit Status

Applicants seeking to audit a course are required
to complete the Irene K. Woodruff application for
admission with a final college transcript indicating
graduation date or a final high school transcript indi-
cating graduation date. These transcripts must be
sent directly from the institutions attended. An inter-
view is also required.

Non-degree Candidates

Students enrolled in the Woodruff Program but
who do not intend to obtain a degree may earn a
maximum of 24 semester hours of credit. Non-degree
candidates will not be classified.

The dean of the college may make exceptions to
any of the above.

Interviews and Visits

Women considering the Woodruff Program are
encouraged to visit the campus. Arrangements to
attend classes may be made through the Office of
Admission. An inten'iew is required of all applicants
for admission.

Admission officers welcome the opportunity to
meet with prospective students to answer questions
about the program or to discuss transcripts of previ-
ous college work.

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Tuition and Fees

Student fees at Agnes Scott College meet less than
half of the annual operating costs. The difference
between student payments and College operating
expenses comes from general endowment income and
gifts and grants to the College. Fees for full-time stu-
dents for the 2001-2002 academic year are:

$ 17,500

Tuition

Room & Board
Student activity fee
College events fee
Health insurance fee
TOTAL

$ 7,280
$ 150
$ 20

$ 190
$ 25,140

A student's financial aid package will be consid-
ered when determining the amounts due each semes-
ter Due dates for tuition and fees are approximately
Aug. I for fall semester and Jan. 2 for spring
semester.

Ail resident students pay a refundable $100 room
occupancy deposit. This deposit is due when tuition,
fees and room and board charges are paid for the fall
semester. The deposit is refundable when the student
no longer lives in campus housing provided no other
monies are due to the College. Students will be
billed each year for any room damage charges to
maintain a $100 deposit. Students who change board-
ing status during the semester will be charged or
credited for room and board on a pro rata basis for
the remainder of the semester.

All new students pay a nonrefundable $35 appli-
cation fee and a $150 enrollment fee by May 1. This
enrollment fee is nonrefundable after May 1. New
students who receive financial assistance from the
College are expected to pay the full amount of the
deposit by May 1 unless otherwise notified by the
director of financial aid.

Returning full-time students pay a nonrefundable
$150 deposit by March 15. This deposit entitles the
student to re-register and to select a residence hall
room for the next year A nonrefundable $150 con-
tinuation fee is also required of students who are on
an approved leave of absence.

Students who take less than a full academic load
(12 semester hours) pay tuition on a semester basis at
a rate of $730 for each hour up to five hours,- $5,1 10
for six to eight hours, and $7,300 for nine to 1 1
hours Any additional monies due to the College as
a result of course changes during the 10-day drop/add
period are due at the time of the change. No adjust-
ment will be made to billing after the 10-day
drop/add period. The $150 student activity fee and
the $20 college events fee are not included in these
charges. The student activity fee is due at the begin-
ning of the first semester of an academic session in
which the student is enrolled for at least six semester
hours. The college events fee is due at the begmning
of the first semester of an academic session in which a
student is enrolled, regardless of the number of credit
hours taken.

Graduation Fee

A nonrefundable graduation fee of $150 to cover
rental of cap, gown, hood and the purchase of the
diploma is required of all students who expect to
graduate. This payment is due when tuition, fees and
room and board charges for the fall semester are paid.

Payment Policy

A student may not register or attend classes until
accounts have been satisfactorily paid in the account-
ing office All financial obligations to the College
must be met before a student can receive a diploma, a
transcript of record or otiicial grades.

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Rejund Policy

A refund refers to the College charges that are
refunded to the student and/or to the financial aid
sources that covered those charges. Refunds are
made within 30 days of the student's withdrawal.
Students who withdraw from Agnes Scott College on
or before the first class day of a semester will receive
a full refund of any payment made towards tuition,
room and board and student fees. No refund will be
made of the $150 enrollment/reregistration deposit.
For students who withdraw after the first day of class
during a semester, the mandatory health fee is non-
refundable. Agnes Scott's institutional refund policy
for tuition, room and board is as follows:

90 percent refund when withdrawal is after
the first day of class and before the end of
the first 10 percent of the semester
50 percent refund when withdrawal is after
the first 10 percent and before the end of
the first 25 percent of the semester
25 percent refund when withdrawal is after
the first 25 percent and before the end of
the first 50 percent of the semester
The date of withdrawal is the date that the offi-
cial withdrawal form is received by a dean for signa-
ture or the date of withdrawal specified by the stu-
dent, whichever is later The semester begms with
the first day of class for that semester. The first week
of the semester is the seven-day period that begins on
the first day of class. The point of withdrawal is
measured in weeks, and the student is considered to
have withdrawn within a given week, as defined
above, if the withdrawal date is prior to the end of
that week.

For federal financial aid, if a student withdraws
on or before the 60 percent point in the semester, the
refund amount is calculated using the statutory pro
rata refund policy set forth by the U.S. Department
of Education. The pro rata refund is calculated based
on number of days attended divided by the number
of days in the semester.

Federal refunds are applied in the following
order, as prescribed by federal law and regulations:

Subsidized federal Stafford Loans
Unsubsidized federal Stafford Loans
Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate
Students

Federal Pell Grants

Federal Supplemental Educational
Opportunity Grants

Other federal aid

Any additional reRind of charges, after federal funds
have been returned, will be returned in the following
order:

State aid

Institutional aid

Third party scholarships
Student

Monthly Statements oj Account

Each student will receive a monthly statement of
account from the College if a balance is due.
Statements include, but are not limited to tuition,
room and board charges, health center charges, park-
ing fines and library fines. Statements are due and
payable upon receipt, unless otherwise stated for
tuition, room and board fees.

Delincluent Accounts

It is the College's stated policy to turn over past
due accounts to an outside collection agency and to
use the full extent of the law to collect delinquent
accounts.

Health Insurance

The College requires all students be covered by
health insurance and provides a health insurance pro-
gram for a fee. The fee is charged and payable when
tuition, room and board charges are due. The health
insurance program may be waived upon evidence that
the student is covered by adequate alternative health
insurance arrangements. Health insurance must be
waived by the end of the 10-day drop/add period to
avoid charge of fee.

International students are required to enroll in
the health insurance program provided by the
College for a fee.

There is no charge to resident students for rou-
tine treatment in the Student Health Center.

Telephone System

The College provides each room with a tele-
phone connection. The Agnes Scott telecommunica-
tions department contracts with AT&T College &

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University Solutions (ACUS) for long distance serv- obligation to Agnes Scott College and could result in

ice. A long distance access code may be obtained the loss of the long distance access code and the

directly with ACUS or through the Agnes Scott withholding of official grades and transcripts.

telecommunications department. Bills are sent

monthly by ACUS, and payments are sent directly to Vehicle Registration

them. An outstanding balance on the ACUS tele- There is a vehicle registration fee of $50 for the

phone account is considered an outstanding financial academic year or $30 for one semester.

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Financial Aid

Agnes Scott strives to attract and maintain an eco-
nomically diverse student body^ The financial aid
program supports this goal by striving to make an
Agnes Scott education affordable for every student
who is admitted. Currently, more than 60 percent of
Agnes Scott students qualify for and receive financial
aid based on their family's financial circumstances.

Need-Based Assistance

Financial need is evaluated by the financial aid
office after the student has been accepted for admis-
sion. Based on this evaluation, the student may be
offered a financial aid package consisting of one or
more grants, a federal Stafford Student Loan and
the offer of campus employment.

The primary factors used to determine eligibili-
ty for financial aid are:

Parent and student income

Parent and student current assets
Federal, state and FICA taxes paid

Number of people dependent on the
family income

f Number of family members in college

Age of parent(s) or guardian(s)

* Extraordinary expenses, such as high
medical bills

Once a student's eligibility for financial assis-
tance is determined, assistance from all sources,
including merit-based scholarships, is applied toward
the eligibility.

Awards Based on Other Factors

Agnes Scott students also receive financial assistance

based on factors that include:

Academic achievement

Community service
Leadership

Extracurricular involvement

State residence

Scholarships are available for students with
varying backgrounds and levels of achievement. The
scholarships are based on a variety of criteria and are

renewable for a maximum of three additional years.
Please contact the Office of Admission for informa-
tion on need-based scholarships for entering first-
year students.

Presbyterian Scholarship Program

National Presbyterian College scholarships of
up to $1,400 are awarded to entering first-year stu-
dents who are members of the Presbyterian Church
(U.S.A.). Selection is based on scholastic ability and
family financial circumstances. Applications are avail-
able from the National Presbyterian Church.

Transfer and Woodruff Scholar Scholarship Programs

Scholarships for Georgia Perimeter College
graduates are valued at $8,500 per year. Agnes Scott
College applicants must have graduated from
Georgia Perimeter College within the 12 months
prior to beginning at Agnes Scott. Two scholarships
are awarded annually.

Transfer scholarships are available to transfer
students who apply by the transfer priority deadline
of May 1 .

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships are available to
members of the two-year honor organization. Two
scholarships are awarded annually and valued at
$8,500 annually.

Contact the Office of Admission for additional informa-
tion.

Government Sources of Financial
Assistance

Staff of Georgia Grants

Qualified Georgia residents are automatically
eligible for the Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant
(in the amount of $1,100 in 2001-2002). To qualify,
a student must have been a legal resident of Georgia
for the 12 months immediately preceding enrollment
at Agnes Scott and must be registered for at least
12 semester hours 14 days after the end of the
drop/add period.

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The Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant is not
based on the financial situation of the student's fami-
ly. It recognizes the important role private colleges
play in reducing the cost to taxpayers for the educa-
tion of Georgia citizens. Applications, which must be
filed annually, can be obtained from the Agnes Scott
financial aid office.

in addition, HOPE scholars are eligible to
receive a HOPE scholarship in the amount of $3,000
from the state of Georgia as well as a $3,000 HOPE
matching award from Agnes Scott.

Federal Proilrams

Two grant programs provide federal grant funds.
The federal Pell Grant program makes need-based
awards based on information provided on the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The
grants are for a maximum of $3,750 for 2001-2002.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity
Grants range from $100 to $4,000. Completing the
FAFSA is all that is necessary to apply for both of
these programs.

Federal Work-Study program funds provide a
portion of salaries paid to students who are awarded
campus jobs as a part of their financial aid package.

The federal Stafford Student Loan program
enables students to borrow directly from banks,
credit unions, savings and loan associations and
other participating lenders. Students must complete
the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to be
eligible to apply for a federal Stafford Loan. The
low interest loans are repayable beginning six
months after ceasing at least half-time enrollment.

The federal Stafford Loan program limits the
amount students may borrow annually to $2,625 for
first-year students, $3,500 for sophomores, $5,500
for juniors and seniors and $8,500 for graduate stu-
dents, if the results of the aid application indicate
that the student is eligible for an interest subsidy, the
federal government will pay the interest while the
student is attending an eligible institution on a half-
time or greater basis.

Students who are not eligible for the interest
subsidy may borrow under the federal Stafford Loan
program, however, the student is responsible for the
accrued interest, which either may be paid on a
periodic basis or added to the loan principal Any

student who has difficulty locating a federal Stafford
Loan lender should contact the Agnes Scott College
financial aid office.

Application Procedures

Agnes Scott requires all applicants for need-
based financial aid to complete the Free Application
for Federal Student Aid In addition, all students who
wish to be considered for Agnes Scott grants based
on family financial circumstances are required to
complete the Agnes Scott College financial aid appli-
cation.

Prospective students should indicate their inter-
est in financial assistance on the Agnes Scott applica-
tion for admission.

Transfer, readmission and Woodruff Scholar
applicants may obtain applications from the Office
of Admission.

Currently enrolled students seeking aid for the
next session should obtain the applications from the
Office of Financial Aid. instructions for applying are
posted on the official bulletin board in January.

Determinattoti of College Awards

The financial aid office uses the information
provided on the financial aid applications to deter-
mine the amount of family resources that should be
available to the student for college expenses. Among
the factors used in the analysis are family and student
income and assets, taxes, the number of people in the
household, the age of the older parent and the num-
ber of children in college

The processed financial aid application must be
received in the financial aid office by May 1 to
receive a priority package.

Students also must inform the financial aid
office of any significant changes in the financial situ-
ation of their families that might result in an increase
or decrease in aid.

Notijication of Awards

Students are notified of their financial aid award
for the coming session as soon as possible after the
financial aid office receives their processed financial
aid applications.

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Conjidenliality of Awards

Since the amount of an award reflects a family's
financial circumstances, tfie College considers the
award a private matter between the student, her
parents and the financial aid office. In accordance
with the legislation titled "The Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act of 1974," Agnes Scott will
not release this information to others without the
student's written consent.

Siudent Responsibilities

Students interested in financial assistance at
Agnes Scott must apply for all federal and state
grants that may be available to them. Students are
encouraged to investigate the possibility of aid
through community agencies, local foundations, cor-
porations, unions and religious and civic groups.

Students are responsible for knowing and com-
plying with all instructions and regulations of the
various student assistance programs.

Financial aid awards are made for one year and
are renewable on evidence of continued eligibility as
indicated by the results of completed financial aid
applications each year. All financial aid programs
must be applied for annually.

All students must make satisfactory progress
toward the completion of their degree to continue
to receive financial assistance.

Students receiving financial assistance who
withdraw from the College during the refund period
may not receive refunds personally. Instead, the
refund will go back into the various accounts of the
programs from which funds were issued. In cases
where students withdraw from the College and have
received cash for non-direct educational expenses,
repayment of unused funds may be necessary.

Dumtion of Aid Eligibility

Funded assistance normally is available only for
the equivalent of eight semesters of full-time study.
Students who attend part-time or who transfer in

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credits from an institution in which they previously
were matriculated or degree-seeking will have their
aid eligibility prorated accordingly.

Students are eligible to receive Title IV federal
financial aid for no more than 12 full-time equivalent
semesters of study. Eligibility will be prorated for
transfer and part-time students. For example, a
Woodruff Scholar who enrolls as a first semester
junior and attends half-time each semester will be
eligible to receive federal financial aid for no more
than 1 2 semesters.

Students who drop or add courses during the
first 10 calendar days of the semester will have their
financial aid awards revised to reflect any change in
enrollment status (full-time, three-quarter-time or
half-time). A student's enrollment status at the end of
the 10-day period will be used in the computation of
the student's duration of financial aid eligibility.

Satisjadory Academic Progress

Students must maintain satisfactory academic
progress to receive financial assistance through
programs authorized by Title IV of the Higher
Education Act as amended, through state-adminis-
tered programs and through College- funded
programs.

The standards of progress and criteria for
academic probation also determine financial aid
probation. When a student is placed on academic
probation, she is also placed on financial aid
probation and is sent written notification. If a student
continues on academic probation for a third consecu-
tive semester, her financial aid is terminated.

All Agnes Scott scholarships based on merit
require specific academic achievement for renewal.
The requirements vary and are included in the
scholarship notification.

Appeals and Reinstatement of Aid

A student may appeal the termination of her
financial aid. If circumstances warrant, the financial
aid may be reinstated. A written appeal must be
submitted to the director of financial aid by the date
specified on the notification of termination of aid.
Students will receive written notification of the
decision to grant or not grant the appeal.

If the appeal for continuation of financial aid is
denied, the student can regain eligibility for financial

aid by attending at her own expense and accumulat-
ing the hours and/or raising her cumulative grade
point average to the level required to regain good
standing.

If a student is dismissed or withdraws from the
College while ineligible for financial aid for failure to
make satisfactory academic progress, she can request
a reinstatement of aid eligibility upon readmission to
the College by sending a written request to the
director of financial aid. If circumstances warrant, the
financial aid eligibility may be reinstated. Students
will receive written notification of this decision.

Students who wish to appeal the termination of
their merit-based scholarship must appeal in writing
to the director of financial aid. Students will receive
a written response regarding the decision on the
appeal.

Other Financing Options

The College offers several other options for
financing an Agnes Scott education. These programs
are designed to help a student's family manage their
resources in ways that will enable them to make their
expected contribution toward college costs. Detailed
information on these programs is available in the
financial aid office.

Parent Loan Plan. The Agnes Scott Parent
Loan Plan is funded by the College for
families who wish to obtain loans ranging
from annual amounts of $1,000 to $7,500 at
a low interest rate. Repayment is made
monthly over an extended period. Contact
the Agnes Scott College financial aid office
for further information.

Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate
Students (PLUS) This federal loan program
enables parents of enrolled students to
obtain federally insured loans at a low inter-
est rate through banks, credit unions and
savings and loans Parents may borrow a
maximum of the cost of education less other
financial assistance.

AchieverLoan The AchieverLoan from
the Knight College Resource Croup is a
long-term loan program tor parents who
wish to spread college costs over a longer
period oi i.inc (up to 15 years).

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-f Agnes Scott College 10-Month Payment
Plan. The Agnes Scott Payment Plan divides
college costs into 10 interest-free monthly
payments. An application with fee must be
filed annually.

Woodruff Scholars

Financial assistance is available for full- or part-
time study to women pursuing their first bachelor's
degree. Applicants must demonstrate financial need
or eligibility for the Middle Income Assistance grant,
the Agnes Scott College Scholarships for Georgia
Perimeter College graduates or the Agnes Scott
College Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships. For most
financial aid programs, recipients must enroll each
semester for a minimum of six semester hours of
credit. Financial aid awards for Woodruff Scholars
usually consist of grant and loan funds.

Woodruff Scholar applicants who wish to apply
for financial assistance should file their aid applica-
tions at least two months prior to the beginning of
the semester for which they plan to enroll. (See
previous information for details.)

Post-Baccalaureate Students

Loan assistance is available to degree-seeking
students who already have a bachelor's degree and
to post-baccalaureate students enrolled in a course
of study required for teacher certification or for
entrance into graduate or professional school.

International Students

A limited amount of financial assistance based
on merit or need is available for international stu-
dents. International students may obtain both the
CSS Declaration and Certification of Finances and
the Financial Aid Application for Students in Foreign
Countries from the Office of Admission.

International students must be able to provide
for their own transportation, vacation and summer
expenses and health insurance.

Jan. 1 is the deadline for receipt of all admission
and financial aid documents from international stu-
dents interested in aid.

International students planning to stay in the
United States during the summer vacation must bring
with them an additional $2,400 for summer living
expenses because on-campus and off-campus
employment during the summer cannot be guaran-
teed. Only those who meet special eligibility criteria
and who can submit pertinent documentation may
obtain authorization for off-campus employment
during the academic year and summer.

International students are required to be contin-
uously enrolled in a comprehensive health insurance
plan subscribed by Agnes Scott College. Fees for the
plan are included in the statement of charges each
year.

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Academic Program

The academic program at Agnes Scott emphasizes
intellectual independence, academic excellence
and Informed choice. Each student is responsible for
choosing her own course of study, within the param-
eters of academic excellence set by the College's spe-
cific, distributional and depth standards.

Beginning with the fall semester of 2001 , the
curriculum is on a 4-4/3-2 system. This means that
the normal course load for students will be four four-
credit courses per semester, rather than five three-
credit courses. Faculty will teach one fewer course
per year, going from three courses per semester to
three courses one semester and two courses the other
semester. This plan was adopted to give students
more time to explore topics in greater depth and
with more intensity Faculty will have more time to
engage in collaborative research/projects with stu-
dents and for their own scholarship. The new 1 30-
hour graduation requirement and class standing
requirements will apply to students entering fall 2001
and later Students who entered prior to fall 2001
will complete their program of study according to
requirements in effect at their time of entrance, and
they may choose to complete the requirements for a
major under the 5-5 plan or the new 4-4 plan.

Academic Advising

A key resource for new students is the academic
advisor Each incoming student is assigned an advi-
sor, who is a faculty member, by the assistant dean of
the College. The advisor assists the student in mak-
ing informed choices about her academic career and
serves in this role until the student selects a major,
usually at the end of the sophomore year.

The faculty advisor must sign the student's
course card and any forms to add or drop courses.
This action signifies that the student has consulted
the advisor about her decision,- however, the student
is responsible for her own choices and her own aca-
demic program.

Degree Recjuirements

Agnes Scott College confers the degree of bach-
elor of arts. To qualify for the degree, each student
must complete successfully 1 30 semester hours of
credit, including no more than two semester hours of
physical education and no more than 10 semester
hours of internship credit, with a cumulative grade
point average of 2.0 (C average); satisfy the specific,
distributional, social and cultural analysis (effective
fall 2000) and depth standards, and satisfy the resi-
dence requirement. Students entering fall 1997 or
later must have a cumulative grade point average of
2.00 in the major in order to receive the degree.

Specific, Distributional and Social and
Cultural Analysis Standards

The academic program encourages informed
choice within the parameters of academic excellence.
The specific standards ensure a student's competence
in specific skills. The distributional standards intro-
duce a student to the ways of thinking and subject
matter of broad areas of human inquiry. The social
and cultural analysis standard (effective fall 2000)
ensures that all students include in their academic
programs a course that reflects, in an appropriate
academic context, the College's appreciation of
diverse cultures and commitment to justice. A stu-
dent satisfies these standards by completing designat-
ed courses in the respective areas.

Specific Standards

Unless exempted, a student must satisfy these

standards:

1. English composition and reading; one

semester course taken while a student is
classified as a first-year student

2. First- Year Seminar: one semester course from
a list of approved courses taken while a
student is classified as a first-year student
(effective for students entering fall 2001

and later)

3. Foreign language mtermediate level

4. Physical education: two semester hours

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Distributional Standards

Unless exempted, a student must satisfy these

standards:

1 . Humanities and Fine Arts
a. Literature: one semester course in the

language of its composition
b Religious and philosophical thought: one

semester course
c. Historical studies and classical civilization:

one semester course
d Fine arts: one semester course
2 Natural Science and Mathematics

a. Mathematics: one semester course

b. Natural science: one semester course that
includes a laboratory section

c. Effective fall 2000: one semester course that
includes a laboratory section and one
additional semester course: either a second
science course or a course that relates
science to another discipline or disciplines

3. Social Sciences: One semester course

Social and Cultural Analysis Standard
[Effective jail 2000J

The social and cultural analysis standard ensures
that all students include in their academic program
a course that reflects, in an appropriate academic
context, the College's appreciation of diverse cultures
and commitment to justice. A student satishes this
standard by completing a course chosen from those
that have as their central focus the critical examina-
tion of relationships, interactions and outcomes
among dominant and marginalized cultures, subcul-
tures and groups in the United States and abroad.

Restrictions

Several restrictions apply to specific and/or

distributional standards:

f The term one semester course means a

course of at least four semester hours.
Credit received in satisfying specific

standards cannot apply to distributional

standards,
f Credit received in satisfying distributional

standards cannot apply to specific

standards.

Credit received in satisfying distributional

standards may be applied to the social and

cultural analysis standard.
Courses taken to satisfy the specific and

distributional standards cannot be taken on

a pass/fail basis.

No more than one specific or distributional
standard may be satisfied by transfer credit
after a student has been enrolled.

No course may be used by a student to sat-
isfy more than one distributional standard.

No more than one distributional standard
can be satisfied in one department (except
for courses in creative writing and
Philosophy 220),- cross-listed courses count
in the distributional area of the department
in which the faculty member teaching the
course is appointed.

Physical education courses beyond the two
required represent credit beyond the 1 30
semester hours required for the degree.

Satisfying Specific, Distributional and Social and
Cultural Analysis Standards by Courses
The following Agnes Scott courses (or their
equivalents) satisfy the specific standards. Exceptions
are considered individually.

One semester course in English
composition and reading, taken while a
student is classified as a first-year student:
English 101 or 103

f One First-Year Seminar taken while the
student is classified as a first-year student:
FYS 190

The intermediate level of a foreign

language: French 202; German 202; Greek
or Latin, two semesters at the 200 level;
Japanese 202; Spanish 202

Two semester hours in physical education,
any courses in the physical education
program; 100-level dance courses and
DAN 230 will also fulfill the requirement.
It is strongly recommended that this
requirement be completed before the senior
year.

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The following Agnes Scott courses (or their equiva-
lents) satisfy the distributional standards. Exceptions
are considered individually.

1 . Humanities and Fine Arts

a. Literature; one semester course in the
language of its composition

English: any course under the "Literature"

heading of the Department of English

except 230 and 323

French: 240, 24 L 242 or any more

advanced literature course

German: 222 or any more advanced

literature course

Greek: any 200- or 300-level course

Latin: 202 or any course above this level

Spanish: 280, 281 or any more advanced

literature course
b. Religious and philosophical thought: one
semester course

Religious studies: any course

Philosophy: any course, except 220
c. Historical studies and classical civilization:
one semester course

History: any course

Classical languages and literatures: any

course under the "Classical Courses in

English" heading of the department
d.Fine arts: one semester course

Art: history and theory, any course,

studio art, 161, 162 or 163

Creative writing: English 200, 201, 202,

203 (Theatre 203), 205, 340, 341, 342,

344 (Theatre 344)

Music: any course except applied music

and ensemble

Theatre: any course except 108 and 1 17

2. Natural Science and Mathematics

a. Mathematics: one semester course,
except 150

Philosophy: 220

b. Natural science: one semester course that
includes a laboratory section

Astronomy: 120 or any course (with a

laboratory section) for which the student

qualifies

Biology: 100, 108, 191, 193 or any

course (with a laboratory section) for

which the student qualifies

Chemistry: 101 and 101 L or any course

(with a laboratory section) for which the

student qualifies

Physics: 102, 1 10 or any course (with a

laboratory section) for which the student

qualifies

c. Effective fall 2000: any additional science
course for which the student has completed
prerequisites or any course from an
approved list of science-related courses.
Non-lab options available for fulfilling the
second science requirement are:

Astronomy: 150

Biology: 109, 1 1 1 or 1 12 (may be taken

without labs)

Chemistry: 100, 102 (may be taken without

lab) 111, 210

History: 344

Mathematics: 201 (topic m Fall 2001-

Mathematics in Medicine and Health)

Religious Studies: 210

3. Social Sciences: One semester course

Anthropology: 101 or any course for which

the student qualifies

Economics: 100 or any course for which

the student qualifies except 210, 211, 212,

213, 217, 220

Political science: any course

Psychology: 121 or any course for which

the student qualifies

Sociology; 101 or any course for which the

student qualifies

Social and Cultural Analysis Standard.

[Effective jail 2000)

One semester course from the following:

Africana Studies: 1 70

Anthropology: 101, 270, or 304

Atlanta Semester: 301

Classics: 341

English; 213, 214, 216, 217, 323, 333,

335 or 339

French: 355, 360, 365

History: 220, 318, 330, 335, 336, 355, 356

Music; 204, 205, 219, 220

Political Science 211, 270, 308, 311,313,

355, 360

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Psychology: 1 30, 240

Religious Studies: 130, 131, 207, 224,

275, 331

Sociology: 217, 221, 230, 325, 370

Spanish: 354

Theatre: 312

Women's Studies: 100, 235, 263, 310,

340, 380

Courses taken under the Atlanta Regional
Consortium for Higher Education (ARCHE) cross-
registration program may be used to satisfy one spe-
cific or distributional standard or the social and cul-
tural analysis standard. The student must have the
approval of the Agnes Scott department concerned
and the assistant dean of the college.

Satisfying the Specific and Distributional Standards
by Exemption

A student exempted from a standard does not
always receive credit toward her degree. However,
the basis for the exemption may also be the basis for
credit. See Advanced Placement Credit in the
Admission section. Inquiries about exemption should
be made to the assistant dean of the college.

Depth Standards

The depth standards develop a student's com-
mand of a particular subject matter by her comple-
tion of a major. Besides standing disciplinary and
interdisciplinary majors, Agnes Scott offers interdis-
ciplinary student-designed majors. A major is:

a minimum of 32 semester hours within one
discipline, exclusive of required courses
outside the discipline and exclusive of
internships. In inter-disciplinary programs,
the minimum hours are specified in the
programs' descriptions. A course may be
counted toward the minimum hours
required for a major in only one major

a maximum of 52 semester hours within
one discipline, exclusive of required courses
outside the discipline but inclusive of
internships. In interdisciplinary programs,
the maximum hours are specified in the
programs' descriptions. Any hours beyond
the maximum must represent work beyond

the 1 30 semester hours required for the
degree.

Students (entering after fall 1997) must have a
cumulative grade point average of 2.0 in the major in
order to receive the degree.

Credit received in satisfying specific and distrib-
utional standards may apply to depth standards. A
student should consult her major advisor on this mat-
ter

A student usually selects a major during the sec-
ond semester of her sophomore year Information on
majors is provided under the departmental and pro-
gram listings in this catalog. First-year and sopho-
more students should review the requirements of
majors they are considering in order to determine if
any courses must be taken during the first and sec-
ond years.

When considering a major, students should talk
with the chair or director of the program. They
should also seek the advice of other members of that
discipline and of their faculty advisors.

Minors

A student may elect a minor field of study in
addition to her major. Minors are only available as
specifically described under certain departments and
programs in this catalog. The following policies
apply to minors:

Students may complete no more than two
majors or one major and one minor

Courses taken to complete a major may not
be used to complete a minor and
conversely.

Credit received in satisfying specific and
distributional standards may apply to a
minor A student should consult the chair of
her minor program on this matter

f The pass/fail option is not available for
courses taken to satisfy the minor

Usually no more than one semester course
of summer school work may apply to
requirements for the minor.

Cross-registration courses at member
institutions of the Atlanta Regional
Consortium for Higher Education
(ARCHE) may satisfy requirements for the
minor if approved by the chair of the minor
program.

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No credits from internships may be used to
satisfy the minimum hours/courses for the
minor, unless a credit internship is specifi-
cally permitted within the requirements for
the minor.

Residence Re(fuiremeni

The junior and senior years, or three of the four
years including the senior year, are to be completed
at Agnes Scott. All students must earn a minimum of
64 semester hours in Agnes Scott College academic
courses toward the 128 academic hours required for
the degree.

Under special circumstances, a student who has
completed three years at Agnes Scott or two years
including a year at the upper-division level, may take
her senior year at another institution. A request for
exception to the residence requirement must be filed
with the assistant dean of the college by the begin-
ning of the spring semester of the preceding session.
Permission may then be granted by the dean of the
college on the recommendation of the chair of the
major program and the assistant dean of the college.

Transfer Credit

Transfer credit is given for grades of C or better
in courses taken at accredited colleges and universi-
ties prior to enrollment at Agnes Scott College.
Transfer credit must be approved by the assistant
dean of the college. No credit is given for courses
with pass/fail or satisfactory/unsatisfactory grades.

After enrollment at Agnes Scott, any course
taken at an accredited college or university that has
been approved by the dean or the assistant dean of
the college will be accepted for transfer credit if the
student receives a grade of D or better

Once a student has enrolled, she may satisfy
only one specific or distributional standard at anoth-
er institution. This applies to students on leave of
absence, students who have withdrawn and been
readmitted, cross-registration students and students
attending summer school.

A student may also transfer, after enrollment, a
maximum of 24 semester hours of credit to Agnes
Scott from another institution, including work taken
in summer school, while on leave of absence or after
the student has withdrawn and before rcadmission to
the College. Only 12 of these 24 hours may be taken

while on leave of absence. These hourly restrictions
do not apply to students in approved study abroad,
Washington Semester, cross-registration or exchange
programs. Grades for credit earned at another institu-
tion are not factored into a student's grade point
average.

A student must earn a minimum of 64 hours in
Agnes Scott College academic courses toward the
128 academic hours required for the Agnes Scott
degree. A minimum of 16 hours toward a major must
be completed in Agnes Scott College upper-level
academic courses. A minimum of 12 hours toward a
minor must be completed in Agnes Scott academic
courses. Exceptions to this policy may be made by
the dean of the college.

Academic courses do not include courses in
physical education. Grades for transfer credit are not
factored into a student's grade point average.

Evaluation of Transfer Credit

Evaluation of transfer credit may require course
descriptions from catalogs from all colleges previous-
ly attended to be submitted to the assistant dean of
the college Please contact the registrar of your
previous college or colleges for assistance in obtain-
ing catalog course descriptions.

When evaluating transfer credit for purposes of
satisfying specific, distributional or depth standards,
a course approved as an appropriate equivalent will
satisfy the standard regardless of the credit value it
carries at another institution. When evaluating trans-
fer credit for purposes of progress toward degree
completion, an approved course will carry the specif-
ic number of credits or hours assigned to the course
by its originating institution and that number will be
applied toward the student's credit total.

Summer School

Credit for approved summer courses at accredit-
ed colleges and universities may be applied to the
requirements for the Agnes Scott degree. Aher a stu-
dent has enrolled at Agnes Scott, no credit is given
for a summer school course if the grade is less than
D Credit for summer school courses is not factored
into a student's grade point average.

Students planning to take summer school cours-
es should consult the assistant dean of the college
before enrolling in summer school. All courses

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require approval by the assistant dean of the college,
in consultation with the appropriate academic pro-
gram chair or director. Only one specific or distribu-
tional standard may be satisfied by work in summer
school Courses to satisfy depth standards must
also be approved by the chair of the student's major
program. Usually no more than two semester courses
of summer school work may apply to the require-
ments for a major.

Usually no more than one semester course of
summer school work may apply to requirements for
the minor. Such courses must be approved by the
chair of the minor program.

A maximum of 16 semester hours will be
approved per summer and no more than 24 semester
hours of summer school work will be credited toward
the 1 30 semester hours required for the Agnes Scott
degree. The dean of the college may make excep-
tions. Hours in Agnes Scott summer programs are
not mcluded m these limits.

Leave of Absence

The purpose of a leave of absence is to allow
a student a break in her studies without having to
withdraw from the College and apply for readmis-
sion. A leave of absence form should be submitted
to the assistant dean of the college for approval by
the end of the course selection period prior to the
semester or semesters requested. Except under the
most unusual circumstances, no requests for a leave
of absence during that semester will be considered
after classes have begun. A leave of absence may be
for one or two semesters, with a maximum of two
semesters during a student's college career A student
may request that the assistant dean of the college
extend her leave of absence from one semester to
two semesters.

A student whose leave of absence is approved
must pay a nonrefundable $150 continuation fee for
the leave period. When she returns to Agnes Scott
College, the fee will be applied toward her fees.

Students studying abroad through Agnes Scott's
exchange and affiliate programs are not considered
to be on leave. Students enrolled in study abroad
programs sponsored by other institutions and organi-
zations will pay the leave-of-absence fee but will not
be restricted by the leave-of-absence policies.

A student granted a leave of absence need not
apply for readmission. Within a reasonable time, she
should notify the assistant dean of the college of her
intent to return as a student. A student who does not
return within the time specified for her leave will be
considered to have withdrawn. She must apply for
readmission before she can return.

A leave of absence may not be used to attend
classes full-time at another institution. If, for good
reason, a student on leave wishes to take some
course-work at another college or university, she
should first consult with the assistant dean of the col-
lege, who will serve as her academic advisor for the
duration of the leave. Except under very special cir-
cumstances, strict limitations apply as to the amount
of academic credit that may be earned during a leave
of absence: eight hours during a one-semester leave
and 12 hours during a two-semester leave. If academ-
ic credit is attempted, a student must submit an offi-
cial transcript to the College prior to her return. If a
student is not in good standing at another institution,
it will be necessary for her to apply for readmission
to Agnes Scott College before she can return.

Exceptions to the above policies may be made
by the dean of the college.

Withdrawing from the College

A student who wishes to withdraw from the
College must obtain a withdrawal form from the
assistant dean of the college, the dean of students
or the associate dean of students. Withdrawal is not
official until a withdrawal form has been signed by
one of the deans. Withdrawal forms will not be
signed while academic or disciplinary actions involv-
ing the student are in process. A student may not
withdraw after the last day of classes.

Grades for students whose withdrawal forms are
signed will be determined on the basis described in
the Academic Program section of this catalog under
Grades and Completion of Semester Courses.

For the financial aspects of withdrawal from the
College, see the Tuition and Fees section.

Courses

The College operates on a four-four, early-
semester calendar. The unit of credit is the semester
hour. Typically, each semester course receives four
credits regardless of primary contact hours. There are

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some exceptions. Laboratories are usually three con-
tact hours and carry one credit hour. Semester
courses in physical education carry one semester
hour credit.

All courses are semester courses,- i.e., courses
that begin and end within a semester, with final
grades at the end of the semester. Credit is given
upon successful completion of each semester course.

Course Numbering

Courses are numbered according to level of

difficulty as follows:

100s - introduce a discipline

200s - intermediate, though they may intro-
duce students to an area or aspect of
a discipline

300s and 400s - advanced

Students should consult their instructors or faculty
advisors to determine the appropriate course levels.

Course Loads

The normal load is eight full-credit courses per year,
four per semester. The minimum load for full-time
standing is three full-credit courses in a semester and
seven in a year. Normally, in each year, a student
may take a maximum of nine full-credit courses or
the equivalent. Exceptions to this maximum must be
approved by the associate dean of the college.

Grades

Grades are officially recorded as follows: A,
excellent, B, good,- C, average, D, passing, E, condi-
tional failure with the privilege of re-examination,- F,
failure, 1, incomplete,- W, withdrawal,- MED, medical
withdrawal. Grades for courses taken on a pass/fail
basis are recorded as P or F (see exception under the
Pass/Fail Option, below).

Grades are assigned the following quality points:
A = 4 quality points per semester hour, B = 3, C = 2,
D = 1 , F = 0. Grades of I, P E and W are excluded
from the calculation of grade point averages. A grade
of F in a pass/fail course is included in grade point
average calculation. Grades in physical education
courses are excluded from the calculation of grade
point averages. Only grades for courses taken at
Agnes Scott are factored into a student's grade point
average.

Grade reports are sent to students at the end of
each semester.

The Pass/Fail Option

This option is included in the academic program
to encourage students to elect courses they otherwise
might not select. Juniors and seniors may choose a
total of two courses on a pass/fail basis

Forms for this request are available in the regis-
trar's office They must be completed no later than
10 calendar days after the mid-semester break. This
deadline will not be extended if the student has not
received a mid-term grade by this date.

A student may not elect a course on a regular
credit basis if she first elected it on a pass/fail basis.

The pass/fail option is not available for courses
taken to satisfy specific, distributional and social and
cultural analysis standards,- all courses taken in the
major, including required courses outside the disci-
pline,- all courses taken for a minor,- and certain
courses in the teacher education program.

If a student receives a grade of A or F in a
pass/fail course, the grade will be recorded on her
transcript and averaged into her grade point average.
F^owever, the credits will still be counted toward the
total allowed for pass/fail hours.

All grades for internships are recorded on a
pass/fail basis. These hours are in addition to the two
courses allowed for pass/fail. Internships are an
exception to the policy prohibiting courses taken to
satisfy depth standards from being pass/fail. All phys-
ical education courses are graded on a pass/fail basis.
For physical education courses the P or F is not cal-
culated in the grade point average.

Registering jor Courses

All students must register for classes on the dates
announced in the College calendar There is a $10
fee for late registration. No student is allowed to reg-
ister after the 10th calendar day of the semester. If a
student is not properly registered for a course, she
will not receive credit for the course.

Adding Courses

No new course may be added after the 10th
calendar dav of the semester.

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Withdrawing from Courses

The last day to withdraw from a course without
a grade of W is five weeks after the first day of class-
es. In this case, the course will not be on the stu-
dent's record. The last day to withdraw from a class
with a W is 10 calendar days after the mid-semester
break. No course may be dropped after this date.

In cases of medical emergency, a student may
withdraw from a course with the designation MED
(medical withdrawal), which will appear on her
record. Medical withdrawals are authorized by the
assistant dean of the college or the dean of students
only when a medical emergency is described and cer-
tified in writing by a licensed physician or psycholo-
gist at the time of the emergency. The student is
responsible for ensuring that written documentation
is provided no later than the last day of classes.

Students are allowed only one opportunity for
medical withdrawals. Students in Independent Study
(490 courses) are covered by the withdrawal proce-
dures of the Independent Study program.

Hours dropped after the 10th calendar day of
the semester will be included in the computation of
the student's duration of financial aid eligibility. See
the Scholarships and Financial Aid section for
detailed information.

Auditing Courses

Students may audit courses with written permis-
sion from the assistant dean of the college and the
approval of the instructor Students are subject to
any restrictions or requirements the instructor may
wish to impose Audited courses do not appear on a
student's record.

The student's academic record and course load
are factors considered in granting permission to
audit. No student will be given permission to audit
after the 10th calendar day of the semester. A stu-
dent may not take for credit a course she has audited
earlier.

Repeating Courses with a Grade oj D

A student may not repeat Agnes Scott courses
for which she has received grades of A, B, C, D or P.
Under unusual circumstances and the following con-

ditions, a student may repeat a course for which she
has received a D:

She must obtain the written approval of the
chair of the program involved and the
approval of the assistant dean of the
college for permission to repeat the course,
-f If a student withdraws from a repeated
course, the original grade will stand in the
grade point average and on the transcript,
and she cannot exercise this option again.
The final grade for a course repeated with this
special permission will be substituted in the calcula-
tion of the grade point average, even if it is an F, but
both grades will appear on the transcript. Repeated
courses may not be taken pass/fail.

Repeating Courses with a Grade of F

Students may repeat Agnes Scott courses for
which a grade of F was received. Both the F and the
grade for the repeated course will be used in the cal-
culation of the grade point average.

Class Attendance

The effectiveness of instruction at Agnes Scott
is directly related to regular class attendance. Atten-
dance policies are set by instructors and individual
departments.

Attendance at all academic appointments is
required of students on academic probation and of
hrst-year students during their first semester. These
students are permitted one unexcused absence in
each class during the semester.

Responsibility for work missed is entirely that
of the individual student.

Tests

Tests are announced at least a week in advance.
Attendance at these tests is mandatory. No student is
required to take more than two tests on one day pro-
vided she notifies the instructor at the time the third
test is announced. If a student, because of unavoid-
able circumstances, cannot take a test at the appro-
priate time, permission to take the test at another
time may be granted by the instructor of the course.

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Completion oj Semester Courses

All work for a semester course, except final
examinations and papers in lieu of final examinations,
must be completed by 9 a.m. of the second reading
day of the semester. Instructors may require work
other than final examinations to be completed earli-
er

in certain cases, the assistant dean of the college
or the dean of students may authorize a grade of
incomplete (1) in consultation with the instructor An
1 will be given only if the student is receiving a pass-
ing grade for the course work already completed.
Incomplete work must be completed for the course
no later than March 15 (for fall semester
Incompletes) or Sept 15 (for spring semester
Incompletes). An earlier deadline may be given by
the assistant dean of the college or the dean of stu-
dents. If work is not completed by the deadline
given, the 1 automatically becomes an F.

Fwal Examinations

Final examinations are given at the end of each
semester Except for a few final exams scheduled in
advance (because of the nature of the course or the
size of the class), students self-schedule exams during
the College's hnal examination period.

If a student is unable to complete final examina-
tions during the College's final examination period
due to illness or other excused cause, she may take
those final examinations at a time specified by the
assistant dean of the college. A notation of I
(Incomplete) will appear on the student's record until
a permanent grade has been recorded. Incompletes
may be granted only by the assistant dean of the
college or the dean of students.

Re-examtnations

Re-examinations given in cases of conditional
failure (grades of E) must be taken during the first
week of the semester after failure. In this case, the
final grade can be no higher than D.

Policy jor Disputed Final Grades

When a student has substantial grounds to dis-
pute a final grade and is prepared to present evidence
to support a grievance, she must initiate the proce-
dure by voicing her complaint to the instructor If
the matter is not resolved at this level, the student

may then take the matter to the chair of the depart-
ment for mediation. If the matter is still not resolved,
she may then refer the matter to the dean of the col-
lege for further mediation. If the dean is unable to
resolve the dispute, the student must then refer the
matter in writing to the Committee on Academic
Standards and Admission no later than 30 days after
the beginning of the next semester. The committee's
decision shall be final.

Implementation:

-f The voting student member of the
Academic Standards and Admission
Committee shall participate fully in the
final decision provided that the student
involved in the dispute waives her right to
confidentiality. Should the student involved
in the dispute be the student member of the
committee, the vice president of the
Student Government Association shall serve
in her place in this specific case.

Should a member of the committee be the
faculty member involved m the dispute,
that faculty member shall not be involved
in the committee's deliberations and shall
not vote. The chair of the Faculty Executive
Committee shall scp.'c in his/her place.

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Confidentiality oj Student Records

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect
to their educational records. These rights include:

I. The right to inspect and review the stu-
dent's education records within 45 days
of the day Agnes Scott receives a request
for access.

Students should submit to the registrar, dean, head of
the academic department, or other appropriate offi-
cial, written requests that identify the record(s) they
wish to inspect. The Agnes Scott official will make
arrangements for access and notify the student of the
time and place where the records may be inspected.
If the records are not maintained by the Agnes Scott
official to whom the request was submitted, that offi-
cial shall advise the student of the correct official to
whom the request should be addressed. A student
does not have the right to inspect and review the fol-
lowing education records:

A. Financial records, including any
information those records contain, of
his or her parents,-

B. Confidential letters and confidential
statements of recommendation placed
in the education records of the student
before Jan 1, 1975, as long as the state-
ments are used only for the purposes
for which they were specifically
intended;

C. Confidential letters and confidential
statements of recommendation placed
in the student's education records after
Jan. 1, 1975, if:

i) The student has voluntarily signed a
waiver of right to inspect and review
those letters and statements

ii)Tho5e letters and statements are
related to the student's:

a) Admission to an educational

institution

b) Application for employment

c) Receipt of an honor or hon-
orary recognition

2. The right to request the amendment of
the student's education records that the
student believes are inaccurate or
misleading.

Students may ask. Agnes Scott to amend a record that
they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should
write the Agnes Scott official responsible for the
record, clearly identify the part of the record they
want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or
misleading, if Agnes Scott decides not to amend the
record as requested by the student, Agnes Scott will
notify the student of the decision and advise the stu-
dent of his or her right to a hearing regarding the
request for amendment. Additional information
regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to
the student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to consent to disclosures of
personally identifiable information
contained in the student's education
records, except to the extent that FERPA
authorizes disclosures without consent.

One exception that permits disclosure without
consent is disclosure to school officials with legiti-
mate educational interests. A school official is a per-
son employed by Agnes Scott in an administrative,
supervisory, academic or research, or support staff
position (including law enforcement unit personnel
and health staff),- a person or company with whom
Agnes Scott has contracted (such as an attorney,
auditor or collection agent),- a person serving on the
Board of Trustees,- or a student serving on an official
committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance com-
mittee, or assisting another school official in per-
forming his or her tasks. A school official has a legiti-
mate educational interest if the official needs to
review an educational record in order to fulfill his or
her professional responsibility Upon request, Agnes
Scott discloses education records without consent to
officials of another school in which a student seeks
or intends to enroll.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S.
Department of Education concerning
alleged failures by Agnes Scott College to
comply with the requirements of FERPA.

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The office that administers FERPA is: 6. A student may withhold disclosure of any

Family Policy Compliance Office category of information designated as

Department of Education public or directory information.

600 Independence Avenue, S.W. Written notification to withhold disclosure must

Washington, DC. 20202-4605 bg fjiej ^j(h the registrar by Sept. 30 and is effective

5. Certain information is considered public for the entire academic year Failure on the part of a

and is released by Agnes Scott at its student to specifically request the withholding of

discretion. information indicates approval for disclosure.

In accordance with FERPA, Agnes Scott has designat-
ed the following information as "directory informa-
tion" that may be released without the student's
consent;

name
. local address
. home address
. local telephone number
. home telephone number
date and place of birth

major field of study

enrollment status

dates of attendance

degrees and awards received (including
honor rolls)

participation in officially recognized
activities and sports

. most recent previous educational
. agency or institution attended.

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Academic Policies

Agnes Scott maintains high standards of excel-
lence with an established set of policies govern-
ing students' academic status, performance and per-
sonal conduct. First among them is student classifica-
tion. A classified student is one who has been admit-
ted as a candidate for the Agnes Scott degree. The
hours required for class standing do not include cred-
it for courses in physical education.

Classification

Criteria for classification are:

First-year students: students who have
earned fewer than 24 semester hours of
academic credit

Sophomores: students who have earned at
least 24 semester hours of academic credit
and have a cumulative grade point average
of at least 1.50

Juniors: students who have earned at least
56 semester hours of academic credit and
have a cumulative grade point average of at
least 1 .75

Seniors: students who have earned at least
92 semester hours of academic credit and a
cumulative grade point average of at least
1.90

Classified students are advised to complete 25
percent of the semester hours required in academic
courses for the degree during each academic year.
The recommended semester hours for class standing
are: sophomore, 32,- junior, 64; senior, 96.

Unclassified students are not candidates for the
degree. An unclassified student may not be working
toward a degree (special student) or may be a tran-
sient student earning a degree at another institution
or a secondary school student in a joint-enrollment
program.

Unclassified students may earn a maximum of 24
semester hours credit in academic courses at Agnes
Scott College. Requests for exception should be
directed to the assistant dean of the college.

Good Standing

A student is in good standing if she is not on
academic or disciplinary probation and if she has not
been dismissed or suspended.

Academic Probation and Academic Warning

Academic probation is imposed by the dean of
the college at any time as a result of unsatisfactory
academic performance. This probation notifies a stu-
dent that unless her academic performance becomes
satisfactory, she may be dismissed.

A student on academic probation is permitted
only one unexcused absence in each academic
course. Further absences may result in academic dis-
missal during the semester. Additional restrictions
may also be imposed for students on academic pro-
bation.

National Collegiate Athletic Association regula-
tions require that a student must be in good standing
at the College to participate in intercollegiate athlet-
ics. As a result, a student on academic probation may
not participate in competitions sanctioned by the
NCAA.

A full-time, classified student usually is placed
on academic probation at the end of a semester if she
has grades of E or F in two academic courses,- or has
achieved fewer than 12 semester hours credit in aca-
demic courses, or has a semester grade point average
less than the minimum for her classification: first-
year student, 1 .50, sophomore, 1 .75; junior, 1.90;
senior, 2.00.

A full-time, classified student usually is placed
on academic probation at the end of a session if she
has a cumulative grade point average less than the
minimum for her classification or if she has not
achieved the minimum semester hours for her classi-
fication in the next session: sophomore, 24; junior,
56; senior, 92. (These numbers do not include credit
for courses in physical education.)

A part-time, classified student usually is placed
on academic probation at the end of a semester if she
has grades of E or F in two academic courses; or
passes less than two-thirds of the academic work for
which she registered; or has a semester grade point

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average less than the minimum for her classification:
first-year student, 1.50; sophomore, 1 .75,- junior,
1.90; senior, 2.00.

An unclassified student usually is placed on aca-
demic probation at the end of a semester if she has
received grades of E or F in two academic courses.
Unclassified students whose academic performance
is considered unsatisfactory in other ways may also
be placed on academic probation.

The dean of the college may waive the guide-
lines for academic probation in cases involving
extenuating circumstances.

Academic Dismissal

Academic dismissal requires a student to sepa-
rate from the College for academic reasons. The
Judicial Review Committee of the College imposes
academic dismissal for a specific period on recom-
mendation of the dean of the college.

Students given academic dismissal usually are
eligible to apply for readmission after one year.
Full-time, classified students are subject to academic
dismissal for any one of the following reasons;

Failure to earn 24 semester hours of credit
in academic courses in any academic
session

Failure to achieve appropriate class standing
for two consecutive years

Extremely poor academic performance
during the first semester on academic
probation

f Being on academic probation for two
consecutive semesters

Students may be given academic dismissal at any
time if the Judicial Review Committee judges their
academic performance to be unsatisfactory. The
committee may waive the guidelines for academic
dismissal if a classified student has been forced to
reduce her load because of extenuating circum-
stances.

Part-time, classified students are subject to aca-
demic dismissal after two consecutive semesters of
academic probation.

Unclassified students may continue their work at
the College as determined by the assistant dean of
the college.

Disciplinary Probation, Suspension and Dismissal

For violation(s) of social regulations or pcjlicies.
Honor Court may recommend to the Judicial Review
Committee that a student be placed on disciplinary
probation or be suspended or dismissed

Suspension is made with a stipulated time of
return when the student is automatically reinstated in
good standing if she so desires. A student who is dis-
missed must apply for readmission. The Judicial
Review Committee may specify a length of time
that a student must wait before she may apply for
readmission.

Emergency Withdrawal

The College strives to promote the health and
safety of all members of its community by providing
student healthcare, counseling services and public
safety protection services and by enforcing student
conduct regulations.

To ensure that the institution and its members
are allowed to carry out their activities without the
substantial threat of interference or danger of harm,
the College has adopted a policy and the following
procedures for the emergency withdrawal of a
student when deemed necessary to promote the
health and safety of either the student or the College
community.

Criteria and Procedures for Immediate Withdrawal
A student will be subject to immediate
withdrawal from the College, and/or College
housing, if it is determined by the dean of
students that the student:

f Engages, or threatens to engage, in
behavior that poses a significant risk to
the health or safety of self or others;
f Engages, or threatens to engage, in
behavior that would cause significant
property damage, or directly and
significantly impede the lawful activi-
ties of others.
Once it is determined that the student's conduct
falls within these criteria, the student will be notified
m writing and temporarily withdrawn from the
College and'br campus immediately. The withdrawal
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Committee reaches a final decision regarding
the student's future status. The student shall also be
provided with a copy of this Emergency Withdrawal
Policy. At any time, the student may terminate the
process by withdrawing from the College voluntarily.

The dean of students will make the initial deter-
mination whether the matter will be sent directly to
the Judicial Review Committee (Section III) or
whether the student will be referred to a licensed
psychiatrist for evaluation (Section 11). The student
will be notified of this decision in writing, the deci-
sion delivered by either personal delivery or certified
mail. If the matter is sent directly to the Judicial
Review Committee, the committee shall convene and
consider the case (Section 11!) within seven days of
the notice to the student. If the student wishes to be
evaluated by a psychiatrist, the student may request
within 48 hours of receipt of the notice from the
dean of students that the matter be pursued accord-
ing to the following procedures.

Referral for Evaluation:

The student may be referred by the dean of
students, at the College's expense, to a licensed
psychiatrist for evaluation. Participation of the
psychiatrist is intended to assist the College in
assessing the situation and to provide guidance to
the Judicial Review Committee regarding the
student's future status. The student may select the
psychiatrist from a list of three provided by the
College. If the student declines to select one of the
psychiatrists, the College will make the selection.

The dean of students shall also provide the
psychiatrist a written description of the student's
behaviors that led to the referral, with a copy to
the student, along with a copy of the Emergency
Withdrawal Policy. The psychiatric evaluation must
be completed within one week from the date of the
referral letter, unless an extension is granted in writ-
ing by the dean of students. Within 48 hours after
the evaluation is completed, the dean of students, the
psychiatrist and the student will meet to discuss their
assessment of the situation.

In addition to the above, the student may
choose to be evaluated by an independent licensed
psychiatrist of the student's own choosing and at the
student's expense and thereafter request a meeting
with both psychiatrists, the dean of students and the

student. This second evaluation must take place
within one week of the first evaluation, unless an
extension is granted in writing by the dean of stu-
dents. The meeting between the psychiatrists, the
dean and the student must take place within one
week of the second evaluation.

Judicial Review Committee:

The final step in this process, whether the mat-
ter is referred directly or following evaluation, will be
the presentation of the case to the Judicial Review
Committee. The student and the dean of students
will present all pertinent and relevant information at
the Judicial Review Committee meeting.

The usual procedures of the Judicial Review
Committee will be followed except that the dean of
students will not participate as a member of the com-
mittee and will not vote in the final decision.

As with other College procedures, neither the
College nor the student shall have attorneys or legal
representation at this proceeding.

The student who has been referred for psychi-
atric evaluation and participates in this Judicial
Review Committee proceeding acknowledges and
agrees that this process may involve a discussion of
the student's relevant medical/psychiatric records and
communications and will result in some loss of confi-
dentiality and privacy on the student's part.

The decision of the Judicial Review Committee
will be final. This decision may include reinstatement
in good standing, probation or the withdrawal, sus-
pension or dismissal of the student. The written deci-
sion of the committee will be delivered to the stu-
dent and the dean of students within 48 hours of the
conclusion of the committee's formal proceedings,
and shall contain a statement of the reasons for any
decision of withdrawal, suspension or dismissal. In
addition, the student may be encouraged to seek
professional care.

Readmission from Withdrawal

A student may be considered for readmission
after the expiration of a minimum of one full semes-
ter. In order to be considered for readmission, the
student must submit to the dean of students a
description of the student's progress and activities
during the interim period and, in cases in which pro-

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fessional care has been recommended, a report from
the student's psychiatrist.

The student must arrange for an interview in
person with the dean of students. If the student lives
out of the region, a phone interview is acceptable.
These steps must be completed by Nov 15 for
consideration to be readmitted in January and by
June 15 for consideration to be readmitted in August.

The dean of students will determine whether the
student will be eligible for readmission. When a stu-
dent is deemed eligible for readmission, the admis-
sion office will be informed that she/he may reapply
by the usual procedures, and the student's application
for readmission will be reviewed by the dean of the
college and the dean of students.

judicial Review Committee

The Judicial Review Committee of the College is
given the following responsibilities:

Reviewing and acting on recommendations
of the Student Senate that affect the powers
and philosophy of student government or
that pertain to major regulations concerning
student welfare

f Acting on the recommendation of the dean
of the College that a student who has not
met the academic standards of the College
be dismissed

Acting on the recommendation of the
Honor Court that a student be placed on
disciplinary probation for violation of
academic regulations

Acting on the recommendation of the
Honor Court that a student receive
disciplinary suspension or dismissal for
violation of social or academic regulations

Acting as the court of fmal appeal for

Honor Court decisions and/or penalties,- or,
when a student appeals an Honor Court
decision and/or penalty to the student body,
as is her right, acting as the court of final
review of the case, its appeal and the
student body's judgment

Requiring the withdrawal of any student
whose presence is thought to be injurious to
the interest of the College community, or
imposing the penalty of administrative
probation, suspension or dismissal in situa-
tions involving a student's failure to meet
the standards or expectations of the College
community

Assuming original jurisdiction in a student
initiated disciplinar>' action in which the
committee feels that justice has not been
served

Members 0/ the Judicial Review Committee-
President of the College (chair)
Dean of the College
Dean of Students
Registrar

Four members of the faculty
President of the SCA
President of the Student Senate
President of the Honor Court
President of the RHA

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Academic Honors

Graduation Honors

Requirements for graduation honors are listed below.

With Honor [effective through the class of 2002}:

1 . Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.40 for all work completed at
Agnes Scott.

2. Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.40 for the semesters that include
her last 60 academic hours completed in
residence at Agnes Scott. Grade point
averages are based on all academic work of
a semester.

3. Has not received a grade below C in an
academic course during the period defmed
in (2) as her last 60 hours.

4. Receives the recommendation of her major
program. When the student has more than
one major, she shall receive the recommen-
dation of either one of her major programs,
except that if she has done independent
study, she must receive the recommendation
of the program in which she has done
independent study. In the case of an inter-
disciplinary major, this shall be interpreted
to mean the recommendation of all pro-
grams concerned in the major In the case
of a student-designed major, the assistant
dean of the college will determine the pro-
grams concerned in the major from which
the student must receive recommendations.

Ciim Laude

1 . Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.50 for all work completed at
Agnes Scott.

2. Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.50 for the semesters that include
her last 64 academic hours completed in
residence at Agnes Scott. Grade point
averages are based on all academic work of
a semester.

3. Has not received a final grade below a C in
an academic course during the period
defined in (2) as her last 64 hours.

4. Receives the recommendation of her major
program. When the student has more than
one major, she shall receive the
recommendation of either one of her major
programs, except that if she has done
independent study, she must receive the
recommendation of the program in which
she has done independent study. In the case
of an interdisciplinary major, this shall be
interpreted to mean the recommendation of
all programs concerned in the major, in the
case of a student-designed major, the assis-
tant dean of the college will determine the
programs concerned in the major from
which the student must receive recommen-
dations.

Magna Cum Laude

1 . Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.70 for all work completed at
Agnes Scott.

2. Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.70 for the semesters that include
her last 64 academic hours completed in
residence at Agnes Scott. Grade point
averages are based on all academic work of
a semester.

3. Has not received a final grade below a C in
and academic course during the period
defined in (2) as her last 64 hours.

4. Receives the recommendation of her major
program. When the student has more than
one major, she shall receive the recommen-
dation of either one of her major programs,
except that if she has done independent
study, she must receive the recommendation
of the program in which she has done inde-
pendent study. In the case of an interdisci-
plinary major, this shall be interpreted to
mean the recommendation of all programs
concerned in the major, in the case of a stu-

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dent-designed major, the assistant dean of
the college will determine the programs
concerned in the major from which the stu-
dent must receive recommendations.

Sumnia Cum Laude

1 . Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.90 for all work completed at
Agnes Scott.

2. Attains a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.90 for the semesters that include
her last 64 academic hours completed in
residence at Agnes Scott. Grade point
averages are based on all academic work of
a semester.

3. Has not received a final grade below a C in
an academic course during the period
defined in (2) as her last 64 hours.

Receives the recommendation of her major
program. When the student has more than
one major, she shall receive the
recommendation of either one of her maior
programs, except that if she has done
independent study, she must receive the
recommendation of the program in which
she has done independent study. In the case
of an interdisciplinary major, this shall be
interpreted to mean the recommendation of
all programs concerned in the major In the
case of a student-designed major, the
assistant dean of the college will determine
the programs concerned in the major from
which the student must receive recommen-
dations.

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Honor List and Dean's Honor List

Students are eligible for the Honor List at the
end of a semester if they have completed 16 semester
hours in academic courses that semester with a
semester grade point average of at least 3.3 and no
grade below C in an academic course, including
courses taken under cross-registration. Cross-registra-
tion courses are not calculated in the grade point
average.

Students are eligible for the Dean's Honor List
at the end of a semester if they have completed
16 semester hours in academic courses that semester
with a semester grade point average of at least 3.7
and no grade below C in an academic course,
including courses taken under cross-registration.
Cross-registration courses are not calculated in the
grade point average.

Other Academic Honors

The College recognizes superior academic work
in several ways. At the opening convocation held
each fall, the dean of the college announces the
Stukes Scholars, three students who rank first aca-
demically in the sophomore, junior and senior class-
es. The Stukes Scholars are named on the basis of
the work of the previous session and overall academ-
ic achievement. Other honors include:

The Dana Scholarship program begun in
1970 with a grant from the Charles A. Dana
Foundation. Academic promise and leader-
ship are criteria for this honor.

The Beta of Georgia Chapter of Phi Beta
Kappa was established at Agnes Scott in
1926. The chapter holds annual elections
according to criteria and procedures
prescribed by the United Chapters.

f The Agnes Scott chapter of Phi Sigma Tau
was organized in 1979. The society
links philosophy departments in accredited
institutions and students interested in
philosophy. Membership is open to
qualified students who have taken at least
three courses in philosophy.

Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in
Psychology and was founded for the
purpose of "encouraging, stimulating and

maintaining excellence in scholarship and
advancing the science of psychology." A
chapter was established at Agnes Scott
College in 1990. Membership is open to
students who have a B average in
psychology and rank in the top 35 percent
of their college class.

The Kappa Kappa Chapter of Pi Delta Phi,
the National French Honor Society, was
established at Agnes Scott College in 1990.
The purpose of this society is to recognize
outstanding scholarship in the French
language and literature. Membership is
open to students who have taken at least
five courses in French and have been
nominated for academic achievement.

The National German Honorary Society,
Delta Phi Alpha, Kappa Kappa chapter,
seeks to recognize excellence in the study
of German and to provide an incentive for
higher scholarship. The society aims to
promote the study of the German language,
literature and civilization and endeavors to
emphasize those aspects of German life and
culture which are of universal value and
which contribute to man's eternal search for
peace and truth. Qualifications: minimum
of two years and registration in an advanced
course, minimum average standing of B+ in
all German courses taken, minimum of B- in
all college courses, indication of continued
interest in the study of German language
and literature.

Omicron Delta Epsilon is the international
Economics Honor Society. The Mu Chapter
of the society was established at Agnes
Scott in 1994. Omicron Delta Epsilon
encourages excellence in economics and
devotion on the part of its members as
economists to the advancement of their
science and to the scholarly effort to make
freedom from want and deprivation a realit>'
for all. All students in their junior or senior
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economics with an average of B or better
are eligible.

Sigma Chi, a Sigma Delta Pi chapter of the
National Spanish Honor Society, recognizes
scholarship in Spanish language and litera-
ture of Spain and Latin America. Students
must have completed three years of
Spanish, including at least three semester
hours of a course in Hispanic literature at
the 300 level. The candidate also must have
a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a
4.0 point scale in all Spanish courses taken.

Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta), the National
Biological Honor Society, seeks to promote
scholarly activity in biology among
students, particularly undergraduates. Its
three-fold purpose is to stimulate scholar-
ship, disseminate scientific knowledge and
promote biological research. The organiza-
tion has two levels of membership for
undergraduates. Associate membership is
open to anyone interested in participating.
Regular membership is open to students
who are majoring in biology,- have complet-
ed at least one term of their second year in
college, have taken at least three biology
courses, of which one is above the
introductory level,- have an average grade of
B in their biology courses,- and are in good
academic standing. The Sigma Upsilon
chapter of Beta Beta Beta was established at
Agnes Scott College in 1997.

Phi Alpha Theta, the National Honor
Society in History, was founded in 1921 to
foster the research, publication and
teaching of history. The Agnes Scott
chapter was formed in 1998. Students who
have completed at least 12 semester hours
in history with a 3.10 average or better and
rank in the top 35 percent of their graduat-
ing class are eligible for membership.

Mortar Board is a national senior honor
society. The purposes of Mortar Board are
"to provide for cooperation among (the
Mortar Board) societies, to support the
ideals of the university, to advance the spirit
of scholarship, to recognize and encourage
leadership and to provide the opportunity
for a meaningful exchange of ideas as
individuals and as a group." Members are
elected from the junior class on the basis of
three ideals: service, scholarship and
leadership.

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
was established on the principle that with
scholarship comes a responsibility to devel-
op leadership and a duty to perform service.
To this end, the Society recognizes and
celebrates high achievement among first-
and second-year students, encourages high
standards throughout the college experi-
ence, provides opportunities for personal
growth and leadership development and
encourages learning through community
service. Membership is based upon grade
point average. Eligible first and second
year students receive invitations to join the
society during the spring semester.

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International Education

The acquisition of international perspectives and
intercultural communications skills is a funda-
mental component of a liberal arts education. Agnes
Scott College offers students a variety of opportuni-
ties on and off campus to develop global compe-
tence Through the curriculum, study abroad and
contact with international students and scholars on
campus, Agnes Scott students gain fluency in
languages other than English, cross-cultural sensitivi-
ty and knowledge about world cultures and societies.
As the center for Agnes Scott's international activi-
ties, the Office of International Education
coordinates linkages with educational institutions
and organizations worldwide,- provides and adminis-
ters opportunities abroad,- supports the College in
its efforts to integrate global perspectives into the
curriculum,- and assists international students, faculty
and visitors on academic, cross-cultural communica-
tion and immigration matters.

Curricular Initiatives

At the heart of the international education
Agnes Scott offers is the curriculum, which includes
many courses with international content and special
programs.

The Department of Modern Foreign
Languages and Literatures offers majors and
minors in French, German Studies and
Spanish, as well as three years of instruction
in Japanese.

The nationally recognized Language Across
the Curriculum program connects language
study in French, German Studies and
Spanish to other disciplines such as art his-
tory, anthropology, political science, history
and music.

Africana Studies is a minor that combines
African and African-American courses
offered in the departments of history and
political science, sociology and anthropolo-
gy. The departments of religious studies and
psychology and the Spanish program offer
related courses.

Study Abroad

Agnes Scott offers study abroad opportunities
through both faculty-led study tours and independ-
ent experiences. Programs vary in length, content,
format and cost Some require an appropriate degree
of fluency in the language of the host country while
others use English as the language of instruction.

Students planning to join a faculty-led tour or to
study abroad independently must meet the following
basic requirements for participation:

Be in good standing

Have completed one year or 24 credit hours
at Agnes Scott prior to the experience
abroad

Have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade
point average at the end of the semester
prior to submitting an application, unless a
specific program requires a higher grade
point average

Other program-specific requirements must be
met before a student is eligible for participation.

Year Five, non-degree (special, exchange) and
graduate students may participate in study-abroad
programs if they pay the full cost of the program and
if space is available. These students are not eligible
for subsidies, grants or portability of financial aid.

All students planning to study abroad must seek
the approval of the College. The application process
must start early so that all of Agnes Scott's and the
sponsoring institution's deadlines are met. For more
information, students should obtain a copy of the
International Education Calendar or access the
Office of International Education Web site.

Pre-approval of the study abroad proposal does
not guarantee that credit will be granted,- transcripts,
actual course descriptions and other documentation
must be submitted to the registrar's office upon com-
pletion of the program abroad for final evaluation.
While abroad, students must report any changes in
the schedule to the director of international educa-
tion. Credit will be granted for courses with a grade
of D or better Grades of D or better earned abroad
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not computed into the Agnes Scott grade point
average.

Students participating in study abroad are
required to attend a mandatory pre-departure orien-
tation session offered each semester. Prior to depar-
ture, they also complete and sign an agreement and
general release for both independent study abroad
and for faculty-led programs. Students also must sub-
mit a health disclosure form and a signed medical
approval form. All forms are available in the Office
of International Education.

Upon their return, students are required to com-
plete an evaluation and are encouraged to participate
in a session especially designed for reflection on their
study abroad experience.

Faculty Led Experiences

Allies Scott jaculty lead tioo short-tenn profjuvns abroad: Global
Awareness and Global Connections.

Global Awaratess Program

Through the Global Awareness (GA) Program,
students develop a better understanding of their own
cultural values as well as an appreciation for the
physical and cultural diversity of the world. This
introductory-level international program offers stu-
dents the opportunity to experience a culture differ-
ent from their own. With a focus on non-European
cultures (host countries vary year to year), students
have an extended academic study and travel experi-
ence under the guidance of Agnes Scott College fac-
ulty. In 2000 the GA seminar was to Japan and in
2001 it will be to Ghana.

Students must be selected and preregister for the
two four-credit-hour courses: GA 200 and GA 201.
The four-credit-hour course, GA 200 is held on cam-
pus in the semester preceding the international expe-
rience and includes the study of the history, culture,
arts, geography, economics and politics of the target
country. All students will choose a research project
and develop sun'ival language skills. The semester-
long course is followed by a two- or three-week
study seminar, in which students conduct research on
their selected topics, keep journals and experience
homestays. Upon return to campus, the course con-
tinues in a nine-week debriefing seminar in which
students make cultural comparisons, reflect on the

international experience, complete research projects
and share the experience with the campus and local
community.

Global Awareness is open to all enrolled students
who meet the basic requirements for participation.
They must have satisfactorily completed the GA
course that serves as the basis for the international
experience, and attendance at pre-departure and
post-seminar sessions is mandatory. Completion of
assignments associated with the program is also
required.

Global Connections Program

Global Connections allows students to enrich
their traditional learning experiences by connecting
what they learn in the classroom to an international
experience. Global Connections courses have includ-
ed travel and study in India, Greece, England,
Jordan, France, Israel, Spain and Ireland. A Global
Connections component is "added on" to a regular
on-campus academic course. This two-hour compo-
nent is optional (a student does not have to enroll in
it to take the basic course) and involves two to three
weeks of travel and intercultural experience during
the January intercession or in late May. A Global
Connections component may include research, jour-
nal writing, creative projects and group sessions.
Students are required to attend pre-departure orien-
tation sessions held during the semester before the
experience abroad Grades of Incomplete will be
assigned until requirements for the component have
been completed. Global Connections is open to all
enrolled students who meet the basic requirements
for participation. They must be concurrently
enrolled in the base course or have satisfactorily
completed the base course during the past two aca-
demic years.

Independent Experiences

Through the International Student Exchange
Program (ISEP), Agnes Scott students may study in
more than 140 universities located in 35 countries.
Students pay Agnes Scott's tuition, fees, room and
board to the College and receive the equivalent at
one of our partner universities Agnes Scott students
are also eligible for the affiliate programs. These pro-
grams allow students to study abroad and remain eli-

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gible to receive Agnes Scott merit scholarship and
grants. Portability of Agnes Scott financial aid is by
application and on a funds-available basis, however.

Participation in Agnes Scott Programs

Eligible Agnes Scott students can participate
in extended study-abroad experiences through
exchange and affiliate programs administered by
the College.

Eligibility

To be eligible, students must meet all basic
requirements, be full-time, degree-seeking students at
Agnes Scott and have a minimum cumulative grade
point average of 2.75 at the end of the semester prior
to submitting the application. In addition, students
applying for portability of Agnes Scott merit scholar-
ships and grants while participating in affiliate pro-
grams must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Application

Approval for study abroad includes an internal
application and an external application to the pro-
gram's sponsor All application forms are submitted to
the Office of International Education for processing.

For more detailed information pertinent to study
abroad, consult the brochure "Programs, Policies and
Procedures for Study Abroad" and the international
education calendar, available in the Office of Inter-
national Education.

Reciprocal Exchanges

Through the International Student Exchange
Program (ISEP), Agnes Scott students may study at
partner universities in Argentina, Australia, Austria,
Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica,
England, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany,
Ghana, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan,
Republic of Korea, Latvia, Malta, Mexico,
Netherlands, Nicaragua, the Philippines, Russia,
Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand,
Uruguay and Wales.

The Association of Presbyterian Colleges and
Universities sponsors reciprocal exchanges between
Agnes Scott and several institutions in Northern
Ireland, including the Queen's University of Belfast
and the University of Ulster.

Affiliate Programs

Eligible students interested in studying abroad
through affiliate programs pay Agnes Scott tuition,
fees, room and board to the College and receive
equivalent benefits at the host institution. They may
also continue to receive Agnes Scott College financial
aid while participating in affiliate programs. F4owever,
portability of Agnes Scott merit scholarships and
grants for participation in affiliate programs is by
application and on a funds-available basis.
Agnes Scott has affiliate programs in:

Austria

Chile

Ecuador

England

France

Scotland

Senegal

Spain

The College has inter-institutional exchange agree-
ments with:

Kinjo Cakuin University in Nagoya, Japan
Hong Kong Baptist University in

Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
Seoul Women's University in Seoul, Korea

Participation in Non-Agnes Scott Programs

Agnes Scott students are encouraged to enroll
in study abroad programs sponsored by Agnes Scott
College. Students who plan to participate in non-
Agnes Scott programs must meet the following
requirements for eligibility;

Be in good standing

Have completed one year or 24 credit

hours at Agnes Scott prior to the

experience broad
Have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade

point average at the end of the semester

prior to submitting the application

In addition, they must:

* Present a good reason for selecting a
non-Agnes Scott program abroad

Demonstrate that the non-Agnes Scott
program is of high academic and cross-
cultural quality

Application

Students planning to participate in non-Agnes
Scott programs must also seek approval for study
abroad. They must submit the following forms to the

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Office of International Education:

I. Agnes Scott application (internal)

i. Study Abroad Proposal and Petition for
Credit Transfer (to request study
abroad approval)

ii. A description of the program abroad

iii. A statement that includes the student's
good reasons for selecting the
non-Agnes Scott study abroad program

iv. A leave-of-absence request

II. Application to the study abroad sponsor
(external). The student completes the
sponsor's application forms and sends them
directly to the sponsoring organization.

Charges and Payments

Students participating in non-Agnes Scott
programs will pay a fee of $100 to Agnes Scott in
addition to the $150 leave-of-absence fee. Students
make their own financial arrangements with the host
institution. Agnes Scott merit scholarships and grants
are not portable.

Aid for Overseas Study
Federal Financial Aid

Agnes Scott students eligible to receive federal
financial aid (grants and loans) may continue to
receive those funds while participating in approved
programs abroad during the academic year only.
Work-study is not applicable to study-abroad experi-
ences. The director of financial aid determines
student eligibility.

Agnes Scott Merit Scholarships and Grants

Eligible students selected to participate in Agnes
Scott's exchange and affiliate programs continue to
receive merit scholarships and grants awarded by the
College, on a funds-available basis, while studying
abroad.

SUidy-Abroad Subsidies, Grants and Scholarships
In addition to merit scholarship and grant portability
for study through exchange and affiliate programs,
Agnes Scott, on a funds-available basis, offers eligible
students other means to facilitate their study abroad:
Subsidies for Global Awareness and Global
Connections study tours

Study-abroad scholarships for summer study
f Study-abroad travel grants for summer and
academic-year experiences

Each student (excluding Year Five and graduate
students) participating in a short-term experience
abroad may receive one of the following:

-f A subsidy that covers half the price of a

Global Connections study tour
A subsidy that covers half the price of a

Global Awareness study tour
A study-abroad travel grant for summer

experiences
f A summer study-abroad scholarship

Study abroad travel grants for semester and
year-long experiences are available to students partic-
ipating in Agnes Scott exchange programs and non-
Agnes Scott programs. Students receiving financial
aid to participate in affiliate programs are eligible to
receive Study abroad travel grants if funds are avail-
able and if they have not already received a short-
term study abroad subsidy, grant or scholarship.

Prestigious International Scholarships and
Fellowships

Among the prestigious scholarships and fellow-
ships available to Agnes Scott students are five that
are international in scope: Fulbright grants, British
Marshall scholarships, Rhodes scholarships, Rotarv'
fellowships and NSEP scholarships.

For more information, visit the Office of Inter-
national Education in Buttrick Hall or its Web site.

Fulbright Grants
http://www.iie.org/fulbright

The U.S. Congress created the Fulbright
program in 1946 to foster mutual understanding
among nations through educational and cultural
exchanges. Each year the Fulbright program enables
U.S. students, artists and other professionals to study
or conduct research in more than 100 nations The
program offers Fulbright full grants, Fulbright travel
grants, foreign and private grants and teaching
opportunities.

Brochures, application lorms and information are
available from the Office of International Education
or the Fulbright campus advisor. Professor Richard
Parry. The campus application deadline is Oct. I.

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British Marshall Scholarships
http://www.britcoun.org/usa/usabm2.htm

Established by an act of Parliament in 1953 to
commemorate the ideals of the European Recovery
Programme (the Marshall Plan), the British Marshall
scholarships are intended to enable "intellectually
distinguished young Americans to study in the
United Kingdom and thereby to gain an understand-
ing and appreciation of the British way of life."

Applications must be submitted on prescribed
forms available by mid-May from the Office of Inter-
national Education or the Marshall campus advisor,
Professor Willie Tolliver. The campus application
deadline is Oct. 1 .

Rhodes Scholarship
http://rhodesscholar.org

The Rhodes Scholarship provides for study at
the University of Oxford and is one of the most
competitive awards available. Applicants must
demonstrate outstanding intellectual and academic
achievement, but they must also be able to show
integrity of character, interest in and respect for their
fellow beings, the ability to lead and the energy to
use their talents to the full.

Forms and information are available from the
Office of International Education or the Rhodes

campus advisor. The campus application deadline is
Oct. 1.

Rotary Amhassadorial Scholarships
http ://www. rotary, org/f oundation/
educationalprograms/ambassadorialscholarships/
faq.htm

The primary purpose of this program is to fur-
ther international understanding and friendly rela-
tions among people of different countries. There are
three categories of awards.

Initial applications are made through a local
Rotary Club. For further information, contact the
Office of International Education. The campus
application deadline is May 3.

NSEP Scholarships
http://www.iie.org/nsep

Established by the National Security Education
Act of 1991, NSEP scholarships aim to provide U.S.
undergraduate students with the resources and
encouragement they need to acquire expertise in
languages, cultures and countries less commonly
taught in the United States. NSEP scholarships can
be applied for study in all countries except Western
Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Applications can be obtained from the Office of
International Education or the NSEP campus advisor,
Jennifer Lund. The campus application deadline is
Dec. 1.

Merit & Need-based Study Abroad Scholarship
www.iie.org/gilman

The Benjamin A. Gilman International
Scholarship Program reduces barriers to study abroad
through providing assistance to those undergraduate
students who demonstrate financial need. This pro-
gram is offered through the Bureau of Educational
and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State
and is administered by the Institute of International
Education. Selected recipients are awarded up to
$5,000, depending on the length of their program, to
defray the costs associated with studying abroad.

Inquire at the Office of International Education
or go to the Gilman Web site for information on
application deadlines. Eligibility:

The applicant is a citizen or national of the
United States.

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The applicant is an undergraduate student ment under Title IV ot the Higher

in good standing at an institution of higher Education Act of 1965. Title IV student

education in the United States (including financial aid includes Pell Grants, Federal

both two-year and four-year institutions). Work-Study, Stafford Loans, Perkins Loans,

The applicant is applying to or has been and Supplemental Educational Opportunity

accepted for up to one academic year of Grants.

study on a program of study abroad Information on other study abroad scholarships may

approved for credit by the student s home ^^ ^j^^^.^^j ,^ ^^^ q,^

institution. Proof of program acceptance is

required for final award disbursement.

The applicant is receiving need-based

student assistance from the federal govern-

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Special Curricular Opportunities

Agnes Scott offers a rich assortment of learning
opportunities on and off campus to accelerate stu-
dents' progress and extend their learning expenences
beyond the classroom.

Atlanta Semester

This distinctive academic program combines
experiential learning in the form of internships with an
exciting array of courses designed to bring the academy
and the community together to study and promote
social change.

The emphasis on women and leadership in both
the academic and public settings distinguishes the
Atlanta Semester from other programs. Students in the
program are challenged to examine the contributions to
social change made by women leaders, and they experi-
ence firsthand the challenges and rewards of leadership
in internships with Atlanta-based organizations.

The Atlanta Semester is open to Agnes Scott stu-
dents but also offers women from colleges and universi-
ties across the country the opportunity to benefit from
the women's college experience while living, working
and learning in a progressive city. In addition, students
may earn a full semester's academic credit and make
valuable contacts for their professional lives.

The program takes as its theme "Making All the
Difference: Rethinking Citizenship and the City of the
Future." An interdisciplinary seminar taught by Agnes
Scott faculty and a speakers' forum constitute the com-
mon academic core of the program,- in addition, each
student selects an internship suited to her needs and
interests and carries out an independent research proj-
ect that bridges the experiential and academic compo-
nents of the program.

Each student is assigned an advisor and has many
opportunities to discuss her individual program and
goals with participating faculty.

Agnes Scott students enrolled in the Atlanta
Semester program may count the 14 semester credit
hours they earn as fulfillment of electives or, with the
approval of their major or minor department, apply to
receive credit for their major or minor.

Students from other colleges and universities may
apply their Atlanta Semester credit hours to a variety of

majors or concentrations at their home institutions.
Some students may wish to take an additional course
outside the program, chosen from among Agnes Scott's
offerings.

Acceleration

A student may complete the requirements for the
degree in fewer than eight semesters. She may acceler-
ate her progress by:

Entering with credit from Advanced
Placement examinations of the College
Entrance Examination Board, higher level
examinations of the International
Baccalaureate or joint-enrollment programs
Carrying an increased course load
f Attending summer sessions at Agnes Scott
College or other institutions

A student planning to accelerate should consult
her advisor and must complete the accelerated program
application form, which is available in the office of the
assistant dean of the college. The form must be
approved by the assistant dean of the college.

Cross-registration

Cross-registration at member institutions of the
Adanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education
(ARCHE) allows students to take courses not available
at Agnes Scott. Students from member institutions may
enroll in courses at Agnes Scott. Students may cross-
register for a maximum of two courses per term and a
total of 18 semester hours.

Grades for courses taken through cross-registration
are not factored into a student's grade point average, but
grades of A, B, C or D are accepted for credit hours.
Only one specific or distributional or social and cultural
analysis standard may be fulfilled by courses taken
under cross-registration. (See "Transfer Credit.")

Courses taken to satisfy depth standards must be
approved by the student's advisor. Cross-registration
courses may satisfy requirements for a minor if
approved by the chair of the minor program. All
courses must be approved by the assistant dean of the
college.

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Students enrolled in cross-registration courses are
subject to the regulations of the institution where the
course is taken, including deadlines for application,
registration and withdrawing from a course. Students
should apply for approval to the assistant dean of the
college before the end of course selection for the
semester in which they plan to enroll in cross-registra-
tion.

The ARCHE member institutions are:
f Agnes Scott College

Atlanta College of Art

Brenau University

f Clark Atlanta University

Clayton College and State University
Columbia Theological Seminary

Emory University

f Georgia Institute of Technology

Georgia State University

Institute of Paper Science and Technology

f Interdenominational Theological Center

Kennesaw State University

Mercer University Adanta
Morehouse College

f Morehouse School of Medicine
f Morris Brown College

Oglethorpe University

Southern Polytechnic State University

State University of West Georgia

Spelman College

The University of Georgia

Year Five Program

Year Five is a unique program offered by Agnes
Scott College, which is designed to assist students in
making the transition from college to the wodd of
work. Agnes Scott graduates are eligible to attend
Agnes Scott tuition-free the two consecutive semesters
(excluding summer) after completing degree require-
ments. Students take classes on a "space available" basis
and may take from one course up to a full course load.

The following courses are not open to "Year Five"
students free of charge,- they may be taken after the
appropriate fee and/or tuition is paid;

f Applied Music

Independent Study
Internships (credit)
Special Studies

Credit for all courses taken is recorded on the
student's Agnes Scott College transcript The assistant
dean of the college is the academic advisor for all Year
Five students.

Any student interested in information concerning
Year Five or in submitting an application for the Year
Five program should contact the assistant dean of the
college. The student activity fee, college events fee and
health insurance fee (unless waived) must be paid at the
time the student registers for the courses. Campus
housing is not available for Year Five students.

Independerit Study [490]

Independent study gives superior students the
opportunity to explore a particular field of intellectual
or artistic interest and to produce a related piece of
work.

Every student with junior standing and a cumula-
tive grade point average of B (3.0) or better is eligible
to apply for an independent study. The independent
study is to be taken in the student's major If there is
substantial preparation in another department or pro-
gram, exceptions to this policy may be approved by
the assistant dean of the college. Applications must be
approved by the appropriate department or program
The project may begin as early as the spring semester
of the student's junior year

Interested students should obtain the written
guidelines (available in the registrar's office) and then
apply in writing to the appropriate program chair The
completed application for an independent study must
be submitted to the assistant dean of the college for
approval .

Students wishing to begin independent study dur-
ing the fall semester of their senior year must apply two
weeks before course selection week in the spring semes-
ter of their junior year

Those wishing to begin their study in the spring
semester of their junior year, or who wish to undertake
a one-semester study in the spring semester of
their senior year, must apply no later than two weeks
before the fall semester deadline for course changes.

Internship [450]

The College recognizes that learning through
internships can be a valuable adjunct to classroom
learning and endeavors to make possible worthwhile

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experiences for students whose academic programs
would benefit from such opportunities.

Internships worthy of academic credit are those
that bear a close relationship to the student's principal
academic interests. Internships for which academic
credit is inappropriate are those that have iitde relation-
ship to the College curriculum. These may provide
secondary benefits, such as personal development,
professional experience, service to the community or
acquisition of purely practical information. The Office
of Career Planning facilitates participation in both kinds
of internships.

A student interested in an internship for credit
should obtain the written guidelines and an application
from the registrar's office. She should then consult her
advisor. The completed application should be submitted
for approval to the assistant dean of the college. The
application deadline is registration day of the semester
during which the internship is to be taken.

Tuition for credit internships during the academic
session is included in the regular tuition fee. A student
may complete the practical component of an internship
while the College is not in session and complete the
academic component of the internship during the next
semester, receiving credit for the internship during the
semester following the practical experience. The intern-
ship must be approved before work is begun. If credit
is earned when the College is not in session, the charge
for Agnes Scott credit earned under the supervision of
an Agnes Scott faculty member is $325 per semester
hour

Language Across the Curriculum

The Language Across the Curriculum (LAC)
program is designed to ennch the study of the various
disciplines it provides students and faculty the opportu-
nity to study materials in an original language, establish
linkages between foreign languages and the various
disciplines and continue their language skills beyond
the foreign language classroom.

Appropriate academic courses are coupled with
a one-hour LAC component where materials related
to the course are read and discussed in the original
language. Pairs of faculty, one a discipline instructor
and one a language instructor, co-teach the component.
More information about LAC courses may be found in
the following departments or programs: Art,- Classical
Languages and Literatures, English, History,- Modern

Foreign Languages and Literatures,- Music,- Political
Science, Sociology and Anthropology,- Religious
Studies,- and Women's Studies.

Students wishing to enroll in the LAC component
of any offered courses must have completed four semes-
ters of a foreign language (or equivalent).

Research Scholars Program

The Research Scholars program provides a collab-
orative research experience between students and facul-
ty. Students are direcdy involved in research and their
work is geared to produce publishable results. In this
program students receive invaluable experience while
faculty members receive research assistance in their own
research areas. Students are expected to make a presen-
tation of their research to other students and faculty.
Guidelines for the program are available from the
associate dean of the college.

Special Study [4 io]

Special study courses are offered by all academic
programs and are open to senior majors (and qualified
juniors) to pursue work in areas outside a program's
listed courses. Non-majors who demonstrate sufficient
preparation in the discipline may also take 410 courses.
Applications to take special study are available in the
registrar's office and must be returned to the assistant
dean of the college for approval. A 410 course carries
from two to four semester hours credit. Ordinarily, a
student will take no more than two semester courses
of special study.

The application should include the name of the
instructor who will offer the 410, the course tide and a
description of the topic to be studied, a statement
of the student's preparation for such study and the basis
for the grade.

The instructor must endorse the application and
so must the chair of the department or director of the
program offering the 410. if a student requests a 410 in
her junior year, the application should also state the
appropriateness of the 410 to the student's major pro-
gram. If a student wishes to take a 410 outside her
major program, her application must describe her
preparation in the program offering the 410, as well as
the information described above.

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Sttidmt-designed Majors

Students may design their own interdisciplinary
majors if such a major is not offered. A student-
designed major must be comparable in academic rigor
and integrity to a conventional major and must offer
sufficient depth in a subject area. It must also be cohe-
sive and integrated. Students will need to identify two
faculty members in the important areas of the planned
major who approve the program and are willing to
serve as the student's acdemic advisors. TTie assistant
dean of the college has information available on recent
interdisciplinary majors, such as Art- Psychology, Art
History-Religious Studies, Art-History-English
Literature, Art History-History, Biology-Psychology,
History-English Literature and Latin-American Studies.
Students may use the examples in preparing their own
proposals but are not limited to those interdisciplinary
majors. Students may also reshape the examples to suit
their own needs and interestes.

Proposals for student-designed majors must be sub-
mitted to the assistant dean of the college no later than

the second semester of a student's sophomore year All
proposals must be approved by the Curriculum
Committee.

Teaching Certification

Agnes Scott has state-approved programs for Early
Childhood (P-5), (B.A./M.A.T.) and Secondary (7-12,
biology, chemistry, economics, English, history, mathe-
matics, physics, political science). A student who com-
pletes any of these programs satisfactorily is eligible for
initial Georgia certification, as well as certification in
states with which Georgia has reciprocal agreements.

Agnes Scott students interested in teaching com-
plete the teacher education program in addition to ful-
filling the requirements for their majors. The profes-
sional program includes classroom study of theoretical
and practical approaches to teaching, as well as field
experiences in a variety of school settings.

Students interested in teaching should consult the
director of teacher education programs during their first
year, or as early as possible in their college careers.

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Off Campus Opportunities

Dual-Degree Program with
Georgia Institute of Technology

A student may combine three years of liberal
arts studies at Agnes Scott with two years of engi-
neering course work at Georgia Institute of
Technology. Upon completing the program, the
student will receive the bachelor of arts degree from
Agnes Scott and a bachelor of science degree from
Georgia institute of Technology.

For information about specific programs, stu-
dents should consult the dual-degree faculty coordi-
nator as early as possible, preferably during their first
year at Agnes Scott. The student must select a major
and plan a program that satisfies all specific and dis-
tributional standards for the Agnes Scott degree by
the end of the junior year, in addition to the mathe-
matics and science courses required for engineering
programs at Georgia Institute of Technology.

Admission to the program at Georgia Institute
of Technology is based on completion of the
requirements listed above, a minimum GPA of 3.0
and the recommendation of the dual -degree faculty
coordinator

Dual-Degree Program in Art and Architecture mith
Washington University

A student may combine three years of liberal
arts studies at Agnes Scott with four years of special-
ized work in architecture at Washington University
in St. Louis for a combined undergraduate/graduate
program. Upon completing the three years at Agnes
Scott and the first year of architecture, the student
receives the Bachelor of Arts degree from Agnes
Scott. She then continues in the graduate program in
architecture at Washington University for three years
to receive a master's degree in architecture.

By taking advantage of this cooperative pro-
gram, the student can complete both degrees in
seven years. Students interested in this program
should consult the faculty coordinator as early as
possible, preferably in the first year.

Admission to the program at Washington
University is based on completion of certain require-

ments and on the recommendation of the faculty
coordinator for the program. Professor Terry
McGehee.

Exchange Program with Mills College

Agnes Scott College and Mills College, in the
San Francisco Bay area in Oakland, Calif., have an
exchange agreement enabling students enrolled at
each college to spend a semester or year at the other
college. Participants remain enrolled in their home
college and pay all fees to their home college. A stu-
dent who participates in the exchange may not trans-
fer to the other college upon completion of the
exchange. Permission to participate in this program
is given by the dean of the college.

Students interested in attending Mills College
for a semester or a year should consult the assistant
dean of the college and the director of financial aid.

Public Leadership Education Network (PLEN]

Agnes Scott College is a member of PLEN, a
consortium of women's colleges that prepares women
for public leadership roles. Students have opportuni-
ties to study the process of public policy with
women leaders in Washington, DC. and abroad.
Programs range from two-day mentor sessions and
longer seminars to the PLEN Public Policy Semester

Students interested in participating in a PLEN
program should contact the dean of students or the
PLEN faculty advisor. Professor Brenda Hoke.

Students interested in receiving academic credit
for participation in the PLEN program must contact
the assistant dean of the college.

ROTC

Agnes Scott students may participate in the Air
Force or Navy Reserve Officers Training Corps at
Georgia Institute of Technology. A student who
completes one of these programs qualifies as a com-
missioned officer and will be ordered to active duty
in the United States Air Force, the United States
Navy or the United States Marine Corps. Courses in
ROTC programs are taken under the cross-registra-

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tion program of ARCHE. Interested students should
consult the assistant dean of the college.

Washington Semester

in the Washington Semester program, students
spend either the fall or spring semester at American
University in Washington, D.C. The program has
nine offerings, including American government, for-
eign policy, economic policy, justice, international
business and trade and journalism. Each of these pro-
grams consists of a seminar, an internship and either
a research project or a course taken at American
University. Students may attend during either their
junior or senior year.

Deadlines for enrollment are early April for the
fall semester and early November for the spring
semester. Requests must be approved by the assistant
dean of the college.

A student who participates in the Washington
Semester program at American University pays
American University tuition to Agnes Scott College
during her semester in the program. She is responsi-
ble for her own room and board while in
Washington. Limited scholarship money is available
from American University, students are urged to
apply early for consideration. Interested students
may obtain information and applications from the
faculty adviser or the assistant dean of the college.

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Post-baccalaureate Programs and
Preparation for Graduate Study

Post-baccalaureate and
Graduate Programs

Masters oj Arts in Teaching Early Childhood Education

The Master of Arts in Teaching Early Childhood
Education is designed for women and men preparing
to teach in preschool and elementary settings. The
56-hour program begins with five courses taken dur-
ing the undergraduate years, followed by two sum-
mer courses and a full academic year of graduate
work. The undergraduate degree may be in any disci-
pline. The M.A.T in Early Childhood leads to
Georgia certification at the preschool through fifth-
grade level. The program features experiential learn-
ing through at least 100 hours in early childhood
classrooms prior to student teaching, professional
development through conducting teacher research
and an innovative interdisciplinary curriculum.

Master oj Arts in Teaching Secondary English

The Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary
English program is designed specifically for women
and men preparing to teach high school English. The
14-month program targets students who have an
undergraduate degree in English, or a related field
with significant background in English, but who did
not complete a teacher certification program at the
undergraduate level.

Special features of this program include an
emphasis on gender equity, a writing workshop that
focuses on improving and teaching writing, and
supervised internships in various teaching contexts.

Post-baccalaureate Pre-medical Program for Women

Agnes Scott offers a one-year, post-baccalaureate
program that prepares women for medical school,
veterinary school and other allied health programs.
This post-baccalaureate pre-medical program is pri-
marily for career changers and for returning students
with undergraduate degrees in non-science fields

who lack the necessary science courses to apply for
advanced study in the growing healthcare field.

Successful candidates have a satisfactory aca-
demic record and demonstrate a high degree of moti-
vation and commitment. It is desirable for applicants
to have some experience in a medical setting, either
as a volunteer or professional.

Students earn a certificate upon completing a
minimum of 32 hours of laboratory science and a
non-credit, co-curricular seminar on various health-
care topics. Students take the basic pre-medical
requirements (biology, general chemistry, organic
chemistry and physics) offered through the regular
undergraduate curriculum. Calculus is also strongly
recommended, though not required.

Preparation for Graduate Study

Preparation Jor Arts and Sciences

A student interested in graduate study in arts or
sciences should consult first with her faculty advisor.
Information on the Graduate Record Examination
(GRE) may be obtained from the career planning
office. Graduate catalogs are available on microfiche
in McCain Library.

Preparation jor Medicine

The College encourages students interested in a
career in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or
allied health professions to pursue the major of their
choice. Medical schools are interested in liberal arts
graduates. Agnes Scott students have gone to med-
ical school having majored in classics, art, French
and other subjects.

The Health Professions Advising Committee,
advisory to the assistant dean of the college, counsels
students on academic programs, preparation for pro-
fessional school and ways to enhance acceptability
into health programs. The committee writes letters
of evaluation to each school to which a student
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medical college faculty as well as medical students,
some of whom are Agnes Scott alumnae.

The most critical step toward admission, other
than grades (grade point average and grades in
required science courses), is the Medical College
Admission Test (MCAT) or its equivalent (DCAT for
dentistry, VCAT for veterinary medicine). This test
should be taken during the spring of the junior year
(except for the VCAT) and may be repeated during
the late summer before the senior year to improve
performance.

Most medical, dental and veterinary colleges
require a full-year course with laboratory in biology,
physics, inorganic (general) chemistry and organic
chemistry. Some schools require calculus. These
courses should be in progress or completed by the
spring of the junior year in order to do well on the
MCAT

A student can make many different course
choices. If she is not majoring in chemistry or
physics, she will most likely defer physics until the
junior year A student who majors in chemistry or
biology should take introductory courses in that
discipline during the first year

A sample program is:

First year:

Biology 191 and 192 (196 recommended in

some cases)

Sophomore year:

Chemistry 101, 101 L, 102, 102L

Junior year:

Chemistry 201, 202

Physics 110, 111

Another sample program is:

First year:

Chemistry 101, lOlL, 102, 102L

Sophomore year:

Chemistry 201, 202;

Biology 191 and 192 (196 recommended

in some cases)

Junior year:

Physics 110, 111

These programs apply to any major.

Students are responsible for knowing the
admission requirements of the professional schools
to which they wish to apply. This mformation is in
Medical School Admission Requirements, on reserve
in the career planning office. A student who plans
to attend a state-supported medical college should
apply to one in her home state, out-of-state appli-
cants usually are not accepted. Privately supported
institutions typically accept many out-of-state stu-
dents. States with no dental or veterinary colleges
have agreements with other states that have such
facilities.

Preparation jor Law

American law schools require no specific courses
or major, but students interested in the legal profes-
sion must develop strong analytical and communica-
tion skills. Students should take maximum advantage
of the richness and variety of a liberal arts curricu-
lum. Those interested in law school should consult
with the pre-law adviser. Professor Gus Cochran,
about when to take and how to prepare for the Law
School Admissions Test (.LSAT).

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Courses of Study

Africana Studies

Director: Violet M. Johnson, associate professor 0/ history

History, culture and contemporary issues pertaining to people of
African descent are tfie focus of the Africana Studies program.
The core courses, offered in the departments of History, English,
Political Science, Sociology and Anthropology, and Religious
Studies, deal variously with Africa, African Americans and the
African diaspora. Related courses are offered in Psychology,
Music, and Modem Foreign Languages and Literatures.

Students may choose the established minor or select courses to
complement their majors and minors in other disciplines and
areas. With approval from the dean of the College, a student may
pursue a major in Africana Studies through the student-designed-
major option.

Students majoring in Africana Studies are strongly encouraged
to participate in a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global
Connections program or any other study-abroad program
approved by Agnes Scott College.

Program Requirements:

Requirements for the Minor:

A minimum of 20 hours is required for the minor, at least 8 of which
must be courses above the 200-level. Students must tal<e Africana
Studies 170 and another course from the list of required courses and
one from each of the other categories, groups l-lll.

Required courses:

Africana Studies 170

Africana Studies 250 or 251 or 350

One course from each group:

Group I (Historical and Cultural Perspectives):

Africana Studies 250, 251, 253. 254, 339, 350, 35^ (when the topic
relates to Africa or the African Diaspora)

Religious Studies 330 (when the topic relates to the religions of Africa
or the African Diaspora)

Group II (Critical Perspectives):

Africana Studies 335, 370

Group III (Related Perspectives):

Africana Studies 216 (when the topic relates to Africa or the African

Diaspora), 230, 308

History 336

Music 204

Sociology 301

Religious Studies 331

Psychology 240

Spanish 208

l70f AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURE AND

SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS 4

Overall framework for the study of African-Americans from slavery to
the present. Aspects of the African-American experience are examined
from a multidisciplinary perspective.
2l6f (WHEN THE TOPIC RELATES TO AFRICA OR AFRICAN
DIASPORA) (ENGLISH 216)

TOPICS ON WOMEN AND LITERATURE 4

See English 216 for description.
230s (SOCIOLOGY 230) (WOfUIEN'S STUDIES 231)

RACE. CLASS AND GENDER 4

See Sociology 230 for description.
250f (HISTORY 250)

AFRICAN SOCIETIES FROM 1500
TO PARTITION 4

See History 250 for description.
251s (HISTORY 251)

AFRICAN SOCIETIES FROM THE COLONIAL
ERA TO PRESENT 4

See History 251 for description.
253f (HISTORY 253)

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY TO
EMANCIPATION 4

See History 253 for description.
254s (HISTORY 254)

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY

SINCE EMANCIPATION 4

See History 254 for description.
308s (POLITICAL SCIENCE 308)

SOUTHERN POLITICS, CIVIL RIGHTS AND THE
TRANSFORMATION OF AMERICAN POLITICS 4

See Political Science 308 for description.
335s (HISTORY 335) (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 340)

BLACK PROTEST THOUGHT IN AMERICA
FROM SLAVERY TO PRESENT 4

See History 335 for description.
339f (ENGLISH 339)

AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE 4

See English 339 for description.
350f (HISTORY 350)

THE AFRICAN DIASPORA 4

See History 350 for description.
354s (HISTORY 354)

TOPICS IN AFRICAN AND ASIAN HISTORY
(WHEN THE TOPIC RELATES TO AFRICA OR THE
AFRICAN DIASPORA) 4

See History 354 for description.
370s (SOCIOLOGY 370)

AFRICAN AMERICAN IMAGES IN POPULAR
CULTURE 4

See Sociology 370 for description.

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Art

Faculty

Terry S. McCehee, professor
Anne E. Beidler, associate professor
Donna L. Sadler, associate professor
Roger Rothman, assistant professor
Nell Ruby, visiting assistant professor

We live in an increasingly visual world. Recognition of the inher-
ent value of art and appreciation for the manner in which it
enriches the human experience lie at the core of the art program.
Faculty members are practicing artists and art historians who
believe the visual arts are essential to a liberal arts education.

The art department offers an integrated program of studio and
history courses, while still allowing the student to tailor the major
to fit her particular interests in either one of these areas. The Art
History focus is grounded in a choice of courses from different
chronological periods of art, as well as courses that treat thematic
issues. The emphasis in the Studio Art focus is on a strong foun-
dation in two-dimensional and three-dimensional art. This allows
the student to take a range of courses in painting, printmaking
and mixed media. Both of these courses of study prepare majors
for productive professional or academic careers.

Agnes Scott's Dana Fine Arts Building, designed by the archi-
tect John Portman, incorporates studio spaces, lecture halls and an
auditorium. It also contams The Dalton Gallery, a large multi-
room exhibition space. The gallery hosts shows of historical and
contemporary art works and incorporates at least one student
exhibition a year This gives the studio classes an excellent
opportunity to showcase their works.

Students also have access to Atlanta's rich cultural offerings.
Visits to the many galleries, museums and artist studios in the
metropolitan area complement the art major's course of study.

Art majors are strongly encouraged to participate in a faculty-
led Global Awareness or Global Connections program or any
other study-abroad program approved by the College.

Requirements for the Majors:

Art with Focus in Art History (8 courses):

4 Required Courses: 102,103, 104. 161 ft 162 or 163

4 Electives (choose from the following):
201, 202, 210, 230, 308, 310, 312, 320, 380

Art with Focus in Art Studio (10 courses):

7 Required Courses:

161. 162, 163, 240. 381, 102 or 103, 104

3 Electives (choose from the following):
180, 181, 241, 242, 243, 341, 342, 460

Requirements for the minors:

Art History (5 courses):

3 Required Courses: 102, 103, 104

2 electives from the list of art history courses, including one 300 level
course.

Studio Art (7 courses):

5 Required Courses:
161, 162, 163, 240 and 381

2 electives from the list of studio courses, including one 300 level
course.

Art History and Theory

(The distributional standard in fine arts will be satished by any
course in art history and theory.)

I02f HISTORY OF ART I 4

Why is man the only species that makes art? Development of architec-
ture, sculpture and painting from prehistory through the middle ages in
both the west and east. Special emphasis is placed upon the varied
functions of art and its role as an index of cultural values.

103s HISTORY OF ART II 4

Delineation of major artistic periods from the Renaissance through the
early modern periods in both the west and east. Emphasis shifts from
the concept of the individual masterpiece in the west to the role of the
spirit figures in Africa, to the rise of art as a political tool in the 18th
century.

103U (FRENCH 203L)

HISTORY OF ART II, FRENCH COMPONENT 1

See French 203L for description.

104s ART SURVEY III 4

Survey of the architecture, sculpture and painting from the beginning
of the nineteenth century to the present. Examination of artistic pro-
duction from both the western and non-western world.

20lf (CLASSICS 242)

ART OFTHE CLASSICAL ERA 4

Survey of the art and architecture of Greece and from the Bronze Age
to the end of the Hellenistic era.

202f (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 202)

ART OF THE MIDDLE AGES 4

Exploration of the seminal monuments of the Early Christian,
Byzantine, Carolingian, Ottonian, Romanesque and Gothic periods. In
what ways is the church used as a vehicle for meaning? Which medium
was the queen of the arts in the Medieval period? And how does
Medieval art reflect the economic, social and political factors that
inform its creation?

202Lf (FRENCH 202L)

ART OF THE MIDDLE AGES,

FRENCH COMPONENT 1

See French 202L for description.

2lof INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL STUDIES 4

Introduction to l<ey figures and concepts in the ever-changing field of
cultural studies. Focus on the relation of high art to mass culture, the
representation of women and people of color in the media, the possi-
bilities of social critique and self-transformation in a world defined by
global capitalism.

230f ARTS OF LATIN AMERICA 4

Survey of the arts of Central and South America, from the eadiest cul-
tural objects to the present. Focus on the relation between cultural
production and dynastic rule, colonialism and cultural hybridity, post-
colonial identity and self-expression.

308s MONUMENTS OFTHE RENAISSANCE AND

BAROQUE 4

No period has attracted so much attention by cultural historians as the
High Renaissance in Italy. Yet the works of the 15th and 16th centuries
in many ways provide the Baroque period with its point of departure.
Works of architecture, sculpture and painting will be considered both
stylistically and iconographically. Emphasis will be placed upon the

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emergence of women artists from the shadows, and the effects of
ecclesiastic and private patronage on the visual arts.
Not offered 2001-2002
3lof DADA, SURREALISM AND THE AVANT-GARDE 4

Examination of l<ey figures, movements and events in Europe and the
United States between 1910 and 1940. Issues include: the aesthetics
and politics of anti-art, the rise of the unconscious and the consequent
reconsideration of notions of self and expression and the relation
between the visual arts and that of poetry, music, theater.
Prerequisite: 104

3i2f (Religious Studies 312)

THE AGE OF THE CATHEDRALS 4

Study of the period of cathedral building from c.1140 to c.1350 in
France, England, Italy and Spain. Theory and construction practices, the
iconography of sculpture, painting and architecture and the vicissi-
tudes of stylistic change will be explored. Does the stained glass
painter speak the same language as Giotto? Is the Gothic cathedral a
French invention?

320s PARIS AND MODERNITY, 1850 TO 1912 4

Examination of key figures and events in the artistic culture of late
nineteenth and early twentieth century Paris. Issues include: urbaniza-
tion, the growth and transformation of the bourgeoisie and the working
class, developments in science and technology. Movements include:
Realism, Impressionism, Symbolism, Fauvism, Cubism.
Prerequisite: 104

380s CONTEMPORARY ART AND THEORY 4

Exploration of the key figures, concepts and theories in the art of the
last four decades. Issues include: modernism, postmodernism, femi-
nism and multiculturalism. Attention will be paid to the writings of key
figures in contemporary art and criticism.
Prerequisite: 104

4iof^ SPECIAL STUDY IN ART HISTORY AND

CRITICISM 2-4

Special problems adjusted to the needs and interests of the individual
student. An introduction to scholarly research.
Open to majors only

490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research in art history and theory or in studio art under
the supervision of a department member.
Open to senior majors or by permission of the department chair

Studio Art

(The distributional standard in Fine Ails may be satisfied in studio
art by taking Art 161, 162 or 163. If a student requests a portfolio
review and subsequently receives a positive recommendation by
the studio faculty, the student will be advised as to appropriate
curricular choices, placement and possible credit Refer to section
on AP credit. Students are expected to provide most of their own
supplies)

l6if3 ARTSTRUaUREI 4

Introductory drawing course to develop visual skills as well as individ-
ual expression. Experiments in a variety of drawing media with subject
matter that includes still-life, life drawing and contemporary methods
in drawing.
l62f^ ARTSTRUaUREII 4

Study of the design elements of form, line, color and texture in relation
to problems in composition, color theory, subject matter and space.
Experiments in imagery and media that may include xerographic, pho-
tographic and computer aided design assemblages.

l63f ARTSTRUaUREIII 4

Series of spatial experiments in relief, collage and construction. Media

include but are not limited to clay. wire. wood, paper and

plaster.

i8of INTRODUaiON TO PHOTOGRAPHY 4

Introduction to the 35mm camera and darkroom procedures, including
film processing and printing. Students will acquire a basic knowledge
of black and white photography as well as more intermediate darkroom
techniques as the semester progresses (i.e. pinhole photography, sepia
toning, solarization).
Prerequisite: 161 or 162

i8if,s SURVE/ OF COMPUTER ART 4

An introductory course that offers the student the opportunity to inves-
tigate still images using the computer in the areas of paint, image pro-
cessing and page design. The software surveyed will be Superpaint,
Photoshop and certain aspects of Pagemaker. The primary emphasis of
the course is on fine art production. Historical, critical and theoretical
issues surrounding art and technology will be addressed through
assigned readings.
Prerequisite: 161 or 162

240s DRAWING AND COMPOSITION 4

Problems in representation with a focus on life drawing and the human
body. Experimentation with drawing media and various styles of draw-
ing. Emphasis on personal expression and thematic discovery.
Prerequisite: 161 or permission of the instructor

24lf^ PAINTING I 4

Introductory course in painting. Basic painting techniques and experi-
ments in color theory combined with a discussion of conceptual
approaches to painting.
Prerequisite: 161 and 162

242f3 PRINTMAKINGI 4

Introduction to printmaking processes with a focus on image content.
Printing processes may include monoprint, relief, intaglio, silkscreen,
book arts and photographic processes in printmaking.
Prerequisite: 161 and 162 or permission of instructor

243f SCULPTURE I 4

Introduction to selected sculptural processes including a focus in one
or more of the following areas: ceramics, ceramic sculpture, basic carv-
ing (wood or stone), assemblage and construction or basic
casting.

May be repeated if subject matter varies
Prerequisite: 161 and 163 or permission of the instructor

341s PAINTING II 4

Advanced problems in painting related to issues of imagery, content,
scale and technical means.
May be repeated if subject matter varies
Prerequisite: 241

342f^ PRINTMAKING II 4

Problems in specific printmaking processes including monoprint.
silkscreen, photographic processes in printmaking and book arts.
Focus on developing individual expression and image content.
May be repeated if subject matter varies
Prerequisite: 242

38if JUNIOR STUDIO WORKSHOP 4

This course considers contemporary approaches to art-making which
may include combining media and focuses on expanding the range of
expression. Projects could include installations, performance pieces,
collaborative works as well as other more individualized projects.
Emphasis centers on the development and visual presentation of ideas.
Political, social and aesthetic perspectives related to current develop-
ments in the visual arts will be explored. Readings, presentations and
visits to galleries, museums and artists' studios provide a context for
discussion.

Prerequisite: 240 and 241 or 242 or 243 or permission of the
instructor

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Special problems in drawing, painting, printmaking, photo processes,
ceramics, sculpture or other two and three-dimensional media.
May be repeated if subject matter varies
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

Atlanta Semester

Director: Isa D- Williams, assistant professor oj womm's studies

The Atlanta Semester challenges students, through an interdisci-
plinary course of study, to examine the role of women as leaders
and participants in social change. Students enrolled in the pro-
gram meet with faculty from various disciplines in order to
strengthen their understanding of the liberal aits in relation to
society

In addition, students interact with the city of Atlanta and
examine the relationships between theory and practice through
internship assignments and research projects. Internships are fur-
ther designed to place students with women in leadership posi-
tions while increasing their knowledge of the organization's role
in social change.

The program exposes students to professions in numerous
types of organizations, including nonprofits, corporations, gov-
ernment and grass roots advocacy groups. It enables students to
recognize the challenges facing society and to make informed
decisions about their future role in society. Students earn a full
semester's credit upon completing the program.

Agnes Scott students enrolled in the Atlanta Semester program
may count the credit hours toward fulfillment of electives or, with
approval of their major or minor department, apply to receive
credit toward hilfillment of their major or minor

301s THE ATLANTA SEMESTER SEMINAR 6

The Atlanta Semester seminar provides an interdisciplinary exploration
of women's contributions to leadership and social change by combin-
ing theoretical presentations of faculty members with practical presen-
tations by community leaders. Students are encouraged to engage in a
critical examination of the relationship between theory and practice
through discussions of women, leadership and social change in both
the historic and contemporary context. Selected seminar meetings are
held at community sites in Atlanta to further student understading of
the relationship between assigned readings and on-site practices
applicable to political, social and economic issues.
Open only to students enrolled in the Atlanta Semester program

350s TH E ATLANTA SEMESTER I NTERNSH I P 4

Experiential learning through a supervised internship in an
organization.
Open only to students enrolled in the Atlanta Semester program.

380s THE ATLANTA SEMESTER RESEARCH PROJEa 4

Independent research drawing on the Atlanta Semester internship and
seminar and resulting in a paper that combines theory and experience.
Topic to be selected by the student with approval from the
instructor. Students will meet with a faculty member to discuss topic
selection, design, development and research methodology. (Open only
to students enrolled in the Atlanta Semester program.)

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Coordinator: Timothy S. Finco, assistant professor of biology

Through the academic program in biochemistry and molecular
biology, students gain a thorough grounding in biological and
chemical principles, especially as applied to this interdisciplinary
field.

The major provides background for a variety of career goals,
including advanced study in biochemistry, molecular biochem-
istry, pharmacology, medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine,-
technical and nontechnical areas of biochemical, medical and
pharmaceutical industries, and scientihc writing or editing.

The required courses provide fundamental knowledge of:
Structure and function relationships of biological

molecules and systems
Chemical and biological reactions and their significance

in biological systems
Modern methods for acquiring, analyzing and

retrieving data

Collaborative research is an integral part of this rapidly chang-
ing area and all biochemistry and molecular biology majors are
required to have a research experience as part of their undergrad-
uate requirements. This research experience may be a credit or
noncredit program either on or off campus.

Students considering a major in biochemistry and molecular
biology should consult a biochemistry advisor as soon as possible,
since sequencing of courses and prerequisites requires careful
planning-

Requirements for the Major:

Courses Required in the Discipline:

Biology courses: 191, 192, 316, and 310 or Chem 300 and 300L, and one
additional course chosen from 301 or 315

Biology Credits: 16-20

Chemistry courses: 101, loiL, 102, 102L, 201, 202, 210 or 431, 300 and
300L or Bio 310, 301, 311 and 40c. Chemistry 301L and 302 are strongly
recommended, especially for students planning to attend graduate
school in a related discipline.
Chemistry Credits: 30-34 hours

Please note that students have a choice of taking Chemistry 300, 300L
or Biology 310. Either course may act as a prerequisite for the required
additional semester of biochemistry, Chem 400.

Total hours in Biology and Chemistry Courses: 50 hours

Courses Required Outside the Discipline:

Mathematics courses: 118, 119

Physics courses: no, 111

Additional requirements:

All students must participate in a supervised research experience
approved by the biochemistry advisor. Students may elect to fulfill this
requirement by taking appropriate Agnes Scott research courses or by
taking part in biochemical research or internship experiences either on
of off campus, including possible summer opportunities.

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Biology

Faculty

Sandra T, Bowden, Charles A. Darni Professor

John F. Pilger, professor

FJarry Wistrand, professor

J. Phil Gibson, dssocialc pro/tssor

Karen J, Thompson, iissociVilc firo/fssor

Timothy S. Finco, ussislaHl professor

The biology program offers an integrated approach to the study
of living systems from molecules to ecosystems The program's
unifying themes are evolution, relationships between form and
function, the unity and diversity of life, the cycling of matter and
the flow of energy. Current methods of mvestigation, communi-
cation, critical thinking and collaborative learning and research
are emphasized.

Students are encouraged to view science as a process for the
development of knowledge in many subfields that have common
themes, shared methods of investigation and interdisciplinary
connections.

A major program includes the study of biological science as a
process, molecules, cells and tissues, diverse organisms and gener-
al and organic chemistry. Elective courses may include ecology,
systematics, genetics, developmental biology, marine biology, ani-
mal behavior, molecular biology, neuroscience and physiology. In
addition, credit and noncredit research opportunities are available
with biology faculty members and off campus. The program
requirements combine foundation in the principles of biology
with flexibility so that a student may design a program of study
that best fits her goals.

Students who plan to major or minor in biology should consult
with a member of the department early in their college careers to
ensure normal progression. Students may also elect the biochem-
istry and molecular biology major They should consult with
department members about opportunities for interdisciplinary
majors, summer study and research.

Requirements for the Major:

34 hour minimum excluding 380 as defined below:
191, 192, 193, 194; and 491.

Seminar and Research or approved research internship

Also required:

Chemistry 201

One course in Mathematics excluding 101, 104, 115, and 150

Requirements for the Minor:

Minor Program 1: 20 hours including 191, 192, 193, 194 and one course
at the 200 or 300 level

Minor Program 2: 20 hours including 191 and 192 or 193 and 194 an
three coreses at the 200 or 300 level

loof^ TOPICS IN INTRODUaORY BIOLOGY 4

An introduction to the science of biology intended for those who do not
plan to elect upper division courses or postgraduate worl< in biology.
Topics may include genetics, evolution, disease, diversity, behavior,

health, biotechnology, reproduction and development. Human applica-
tions will be included where appropriate.
3LEC, 1 U\B
Not open to students who liave taken 191 or 193

io8f ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY 4

Fundamental concepts of human ecology. Emphasis on human interac-
tion with and impact on the environment. Global, regional and social
issues will be discussed in light of their foundation in biological, eco-
logical and evolutionary principles.
Not open to students who have had 308
3 LEC, 1 LAB

HIS GENETICS AND BIOTECHNOLOGY,

PROMISES AND PERILS 4

Genetically modified foods, gene therapy, cloning, genetic testing, the
Human Genome Project and bioterrorism. Topics and concerns from
recent advances in genetics and biotechnology. Exploration of the sci-
ence behind these technologies, current and future applications and
related ethical, moral and social issues.

May not be used to fulfill the minimum requirements for the major
Prerequisite: one course in biology with laboratory

ii2f HOW ANIMALS WORK 4

How vertebrate and invertebrate animals survive in their environments.
Physiological mechanisms underlying regulation of oxygen, food and
energy, temperature and water. Focus will be divided between basic
mechanisms and animal adaptations in extreme environments, such as
high altitude, freezing temperatures and the desert.
May not be used to fulfill the minimum requirements for the major
Not offered 2001-02

l9if MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR BIOLOGY 4

Structure and function of biological molecules. Functional organization
of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Cellular energetics and metabo-
lism. Signal transduction. Replication and expression of genetic infor-
mation. Introduction to genetic engineering and biotechnology.
Investigative laboratory component will emphasize science as a
process.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Corequisite: Chemistry 101 and 101 L recommended

192s GENETICS AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY 4

Patterns of inheritance. Chromosomes and their variation. Intronsand
transposable elements. Regulation of gene expression in viruses,
prokaryotes. and eukaryotes. Developmental patterns, principles, and
control systems. The role of developmental processes in the evolution
of animal forms.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 191

I93f ORGANISMAL BIOLOGY 4

Domains of living organisms. Emphasis on plants and animals.
Diversity and phytogenies. Form and function, physiological processes,
reproduction, evolution and adaptation to diverse environments.
Biology of selected model organisms. Laboratories are linked to major
questions in these key areas.
3 LEC. 1 LAB

194s ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY 4

Biosphere structure and function, diversity of life and adaptation of
organisms to biotic and abiotic environments. Topics include evolu-
tionary theory, patterns and processes of evolution and diversification,
interactions among organisms and their environments, models of
ecosystems, research methods and effects of humans.
3 LEC. 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 193

i95f,s TUTORIAL IN BIOLOGY 2

Partial course to accommodate transfer, advanced placement, or joint
enrollment students. Appropriate placement based on a student's
background and needs. May be repeated for credit to fulfill

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prerequisites for advanced courses in the department.

3 LEC, 1 l_AB

Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair

I96f BIOLOGY OF ANIMALS 2

Course for students in the post-baccalaureate premedical program or
students majoring in departments other than biology who plan to
attend professional school in the health sciences.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite or Corequisite: 191 and permission of the instructor

215SU MARINE BIOLOGY 4

Ecological approach to the study of marine organisms as exemplified in
temperate, semi-tropical and tropical environments. A three-week field
course; dates to be determined. Limited to eight students
Prerequisite: 193 and permission of instructor
Offered summer 2002 and alternate years

22of FIELD BOTANY AND SYSTEMATICS 4

Principles of describing patterns of plant diversity through taxonomic,
phylogenetic, and biogeographic approaches. Topics include methods
of phylogenetic data collection and analysis, plant identification, biodi-
versity surveys, and specimen collection, identification and preserva-
tion. Laboratory and field study of the regional flora.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 194
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

225SU FOREST ECOLOGY 4

Study of forest ecosystems as exemplified in the Appalachian and
Rocky IVlountains. Topics include forest structure and function, biotic
and abiotic factors shaping forests, effects of humans and conservation
strategies. Three week course limited to 8 students.
Prerequisite: 194 and permission of the instructor, 308 recommended
For Environmental Studies minors: 108 and permission of the instructor
Offered summer 2003 and alternate years

240s VERTEBRATE BIOLOGY 4

Morphology of the vertebrate body and evolution of vertebrate groups.
Comparative anatomy and histology. Includes dissection of selected
animals.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 194
Offered 2002-03 3"d alternate years

270s INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY 4

Comparative anatomy functional morphology, systematics, and evolu-
tion of major and minor invertebrate phyla to achieve an understanding
of unity, diversity and evolution in these animals. Laboratory includes
some fieldwork.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 193
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

28of ANIMAL BEHAVIOR 4

Development, ecology and causation of animal behavior. Emphasis on
comparative analysis of mechanisms underlying the production of
species-specific behavior.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 194
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

301s MICROBIOLOGY 4

Cell biology, metabolism, genetics, and phylogeny of Bacteria and
Archaea. Introduction to eukaryotic microbes and viruses. Principles
of pathogenesis, immunology, and environmental microbiology.
Applications in biotechnology, medicine, and industry. Individual labo-
ratory project and use of representative literature in the discipline.
3 LEC. 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 192; Chemistry 102 (Chemistry 201 recommended)
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

302s MORPHOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT

OF PLANTS 4

Functional anatomy and morphology. Environmental and physiological

regulation of grovrth and development. Reproduction and dispersal.

Evolution of land plants. Interactions with other organisms.

Investigations include field and laboratory components.

3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 191,193; Chemistry 102

Offered 2002-03 a"d alternate years

305s ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY 4

Comparative study of respiration, circulation, sensory and neural inte-
gration, locomotion, metabolism and temperature and water regulation
in animals. Balanced emphasis on lower vertebrates, invertebrates and
human systems. Selected topics studied in depth in the laboratory.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 191, 193, Chemistry 201
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

308f ECOLOGY 4

Interactions of organisms with their abiotic and biotic environments.
Populations, communities and ecosystems from ecological and envi-
ronmental perspectives. Laboratory and field studies, environmental
analysis.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 194, Mathematics 117 (or 118 or 119) recommended
For Environmental Studies minors: 108 with an additional one-hour
noncredit tutorial
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

309f CELL BIOLOGY 4

Form and function at the cellular level of organization. Prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cell structure, the cell cycle, energy and information flow,
major modes of nutrition and metabolism. Specialized cellular func-
tions, including motility and electrical activity.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 192; Chemistry 102
Offered 2002-03 a"d alternate years

310s BIOCHEMISTRY OF CELLS 4

Biochemistry of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids.
Protein structure and function. Enzyme activity and energy flow in
metabolic processes. Biosignaling. Major anabolic and catabolic path-
ways. Oxidative phosphorylation and photosynthesis. Emphasis on
integration and regulation of metabolism.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 192; Chemistry 201

For Chemistry majors: 191 with an additional one-hour noncredit
tutorial
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

3l5f GENETICS 4

Structure, function, regulation and transmission of hereditary materials
in viruses, prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
3 LEC. 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 192; Chemistry 102
Offered 2002-03 a"d alternate years

316s MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 4

Genes and their activities at the molecular level in viruses, prokaryotes,
and eukaryotes. Mechanisms of gene expression and regulation in
health and disease. Advanced topics in genetic engineering and
biotechnology. Emphasis on experimental strategies and data
analysis.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 192, Chemistry 201
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

3l8f DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY 4

Morphological patterns and the developmental mechanisms in the
ontogeny of animals. The role of development in the evolution of ani-
mal forms. Emphasis on classical vertebrate and

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invertebrate models.

3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 192, 193, Ctiemistry 102

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

38of3 RESEARCH IN BIOLOGY 2

Lab or field research project conducted jointly with a member of the
biology faculty. Student collaboration is encouraged where appropri-
ate. Recommendation of the faculty member and approval by depart-
ment are necessary. Approval may be contingent on the number of proj-
ects supervised by a faculty member each semester. The project may
be done in conjunction with an ongoing research project or with a biol-
ogy course (see below). Advanced planning is essential and application
must be approved prior to the beginning of course selection week.
Research opportunities may be available in conjunction with the fol-
lowing courses: 215, 220, 270, 280, 301, 302, 305, 308, 309, 310, 315,
316, 318. Open to Biology and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
majors only.

IWay be repeated as appropriate with approval of department.
Continuation of multi-semester research to the next semester is contin-
gent on a minimum grade of C in Biology 380. Prerequisite: appropriate
advanced courses as required by the department. One credit hour is
equivalent to a minimum of three hours of work per week.

490f^ INDEPENDENT OR COLLABORATIVE STUDY 4-8

Independent or collaborative laboratory and/or field research under
the supervision of biology faculty members. An individual thesis and a
seminar presentation are required. Recommendation by the depart-
ment is based on the student's choice of a suitable research project,
her potential for biological research, course work and background and
evidence of motivation for undertaking the research.

49i-496f.s SEMINAR AND RESEARCH 2

Integrative experience for senior Biology and Biochemistry and
Molecular Biology majors. Connects knowledge and skills with current
topics in biology. May involve literature study and analysis, a research
internship, and/or laboratory research. Conducted under the guidance
of a member of the biology faculty.
Prerequisite: Senior standing and permission of the instructor

49if.s SEMINAR AND RESEARCH IN PLANT
EVOLUTIONARY ECOLOGY

492f^ SEMINAR AND RESEARCH IN NEUROBIOLOGY

493f^ SEMINARAND RESEARCH IN MOLECULAR
BIOLOGY

494f.s SEMINAR AND RESEARCH IN MICROBIOLOGY

495f^ SEMINARAND RESEARCH IN EVOLUTIONARY
GENETICS

496f^ SEMINAR AND RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL
BIOLOGY

Business Preparatory Program

Advisor: George A. Redmond, visilinj associate projissor of economics

With business-related information constantly grovi-ing and chang-
mg, corporate leaders often claim that the best training lor busi-
ness IS a liberal arts education. Mindful that many students are
preparing for a career in business, Agnes Scott offers a set of
courses that stress the analytical and communications skills relied
on in business. These courses provide a strong foundation in areas
of study basic to business.

The business preparatory program does not constitute a major
nor alter requirements for graduation; however, the fact that a stu-
dent has taken the program is indicated m her transcript. In order

to complete the program, students must take at least seven of the
courses listed in the program requirements.

Required Courses:

Economics: 100, 211, and 217

Mathematics: 101 or 117 or 118* (If students take 101, they may also
count toward the program either 117 or 118, but not both)

Mathematics 115* or 328 or Psychology 206 or Economics 338

Elective courses:

Economics: 210*, 212*, 213*, 220*, 225*

Other Recommended Courses:

Economics 309, English 210, Psychology 205, Psychology 240,
Religious Studies 280*, Theatre 117

*These courses are recommended for students intending to
pursue an M.B.A.

Chemistry

Faculty

Lilia C, Harvey, associate professor

T Leon Venable, associate professor

Ruth E, Riter, assistant professor

Mikhail Bobylev. uisilin^ assistant professor

Caroline E, Clower, visiting assistant professor

Bethany Lachele Foley, i>isi(iH^ itistruclor

The academic program in chemistry, approved by the American
Chemical Society (ACS), gives students a thorough grounding in
the principles and applications of modem chemistry, as well as
extensive practical experience with research-qualit>' instruments
and experimental design.

The curriculum is structured to serve chemistry majors, majors
in chemistry-related disciplines and nonscience majors. Two
major options are available; an ACS-approved chemistry major
and a non-ACS major

Students may design individual major programs to prepare for
a variety of career goals, such as advanced study in chemistry,
biochemistry, medical sciences, molecular biology, materials sci-
ence, chemical physics, technical and nontechnical areas of the
chemical industry, scientific writing or editing, chemical educa-
tion, and computer applications m chemistry

After completing a chemistry major the student should have
the basic background required to be part of an industrial or aca-
demic scientific team devoted to pure or applied chemistry The
required courses provide hjndamental knowledge of:

Theories that descnbe matter and chemical reactions
ranging from elemental to biological systems

Techniques and instruments ordinarily used to investigate
atoms, molecules and chemical reactions

Modern methods for acquiring, analyzing and retrieving
data

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Students considering a major in chemistry should consult a
member of the department as soon as possible, even if their lower
division advisors are not m chemistry While there is considerable
flexibility in course selection, particularly at the upper level, the
sequence of courses and prerequisites requires careful planning of
both lower level and upper level courses.

Requirements for the Major:

Courses required in the discipline:

lOi-ioiL, 102-102L or equivalent, preferably in first year; 201, 202, 301,
301L, 302, 311, 312

The non-ACS approved major requires an additional 8 hours beyond the
core listed above.

The major approved by the ACS requires an additional 12 hours beyond
the core. The 12 hours must include ^131 and 431L for 4 hours.
Additional hours may be in advanced chemistry, biology, mathematics
and/or physics, as approved by the department.

Courses required outside of the discipline:

IVlathematics 118, 119

Physics 110 and 111, to be completed prior to Chemistry 301; Physics
242, 243

Courses recommended for the major:

Additional mathematics, advanced biology or advanced physics reflect-
ing students' particular interests.

Reading knowledge of a modern language.

loof CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN CHEMISTRY 3

Designed for students not planning to major in the sciences, this
course will explore social needs and research in chemistry. These may
include pharmaceuticals, renewable energy and environmental clean-
up. Case studies will illustrate the economic, ethical, technical and fun-
damental science issues. No previous course work in chemistry is
assumed.

lOlf FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF MAHER

AND REAaiONS 3

Introduction to structure of matter, ranging from atoms to biochemical
macromolecules: and the basis of chemical reactions, including types
of reactions common to inorganic, organic and biochemical systems.
Corequisite: lOiL

lOlLf BASIC LABORATORY METHODS 1

Experimental methods in basic scientific measurement, elementary
synthesis and analysis.
Corequisite: 101

102s PERIODICITYAND CHEMICAL REAaiONS 3

Chemistry of the elements and their compounds, with emphasis on
periodic relationships. A more detailed examination of the quantitative
aspects of chemical reactions than seen in Chemistry 101.
Prerequisite: 101
Corequisite: 102L

102LS BASIC LABORATORY METHODS II 1

Experimental methods to analyze elementary inorganic reactions
both quantitatively and qualitatively.
Corequisite: 102

Ills ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY 4

Central aspects of the chemistry underlying environmental problems in
air. water and soil. Major topics include air pollution, the Greenhouse
effect, global warming, water pollution, wastewater treatment, organic
and heavy metal contamination of soils. Will fulfill the second

science requirement.
Not offered 2001-02
20if ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 4

Systematic study of the chemistry of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocar-
bon compounds, including their derivatives, such as alkyl halides and
alcohols. Stereochemistry, electronic effects, resonance theory, acid-
base properties and reaction mechanisms emphasized. The laboratory
introduces students to fundamental experimental techniques of organ-
ic chemistry. Aspects of chromatography and spectroscopy are
explored.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 101, 102 or the equivalent background as determined by
results of the departmental placement/exemption examination and
faculty-student conference

202s ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 4

Continuation of Organic Chemistry I. The chemistry of carbonyl com-
pounds and amines is examined in detail. The mechanisms of impor-
tant organic reactions and the applications of these reactions to organ-
ic synthesis are studied. The course includes three hours of lecture and
three hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite: 201

2l0f BIO-INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 3

Drug design/therapy and toxicity described through molecular struc-
ture and chemical activity; elements both essential and toxic to
humans viewed in terms of overall chemical reactivity; nerve impulses
regulated by alkali metals; transition metals as catalysts.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 102, 102L or permission of the instructor

300f BIOCHEMISTRY I 3

Fundamentals of biochemistry. Study of biomolecules, catabolic and
biosynthetic pathways and storage, transmission and expression of
genetic information.
Prerequisite: 202

300LS BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY I 1

Fundamental biochemical laboratory methods including the study of
acid-base properties of amino acids and proteins, spectrophotometric
characterization, chromatographic separation techniques and elec-
trophoresis.
Prerequisite: 202

30lf PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I 3

General principles of thermodynamics and equilibria. A study of gas
phase kinetics, solution dynamics and catalysis.
Prerequisites: 202; Mathematics 118, 119; Physics 110, 111;
Mathematics 220 recommended

30lLf PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY 1

Survey of techniques used by physical chemists. Includes spec-
troscopy, reaction kinetics, thermochemistry and the characterization
of the physical properties of materials. Emphasis is on measurements
of changes in energy accompanying physical and chemical changes.
Prerequisite: 202; Mathematics 118, 119, (220 recommended); Physics
110, 111
Corequisite: 301

302s PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II 4

Quantum theory, as applied in chemistry and biochemistry, including
structure and spectral relationships. General principles of statistical
mechanics.
Prerequisite: 301; 301L recommended

3iif QUANTITATIVE CHEMICAL ANALYSIS 4

Integrated lecture-laboratory course in quantitative chemical analysis
including gravimetric, titrimetric and electrochemical methods,
chemical equilibrium and statistical analysis of data.
Prerequisite: 201

312s INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS 4

Advanced study of the instrumental and theoretical approaches for
complete analysis. Course includes three hours of lecture and three
hours of laboratory each week.

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Prerequisite; 301; Physics 242

Corequisite: 302

Prerequisite or Corequisite: Physics 243

400s BIOCHEMISTRY II 4

Fundamentals of biophysical and bio-analytical chemistry. Advanced
experimental techniques for characterization of macromolecules, sepa-
ration methods and enzyme kinetics. Lecture 3 hours per week, labora-
tory 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite; 300, 300L or Biology 310; 301; 311

410M SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Tutorial in an advanced topic of special interest to a chemistry major.
The nature of the topic determines inclusion of a laboratory compo-
nent. Each spring the department lists topics available for study the
following year.
Prerequisite; varies according to topic

43lf MODERN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 3

Current theories of bonding and structure, stereochemistry and reac-
tion mechanisms involving both main group elements and transition
metals. Selected topics in organometallic and bio-inorganic
chemistry.
Prerequisite: 302

431L f MODERN TECHNIQUES IN INORGANIC

SYNTHESIS 1

Synthesis and characterization of inorganic and organometallic com-
pounds. Inert atmosphere techniques. Nonaqueous chemistry.
Spectroscopic characterization.
Prerequisite; 431

480s TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY 2-4

Topics of current interest in chemistry chosen by students and instruc-
tors. Depending on subject, this course may include a laboratory com-
ponent.
Prerequisite: 301

490f3 INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research conducted under the supervision of a member of
the department. Thesis and seminar presentation of results are
required. Departmental recommendation for admission to the program
Is necessary and depends on choice of a suitable research problem,
demonstrated potential for chemical research and student moti
vation for pursuing the laboratory and non-laboratory aspects of the
project.

Prerequisite; 302, 311, 312 or permission of department
Corequisite; appropriate advanced courses, as approved by the depart-
ment

Classical Languages & Literatures

Faculty

Gail Cabisius, associate professor
Sally A- MacEwen, associate professor

The student of classics analyzes the literary and artistic works ol
ancient Greece and Rome, reconstructs the values and histories ol
those distant societies and examines their philosophical thought
In doing so, she comes to understand the intellectual roots of our
culture and many of our traditions and institutions.

The multidisciplinary approach of classical study helps the stu-
dent develop skills in language, in analysis of social and historical
problems and in the appreciation of art and literature These skills
can be applied to many careers and professions after graduation

The Department of Classical Languages and Literatures offers
courses in Greek and Latin languages and in classical civilizations

from texts in English The department offers a choice of majors:
classical languages and literatures, specializing in the study of
ancient languages and literatures, and classical civilization, com-
bining the study of an ancient language with courses in classical
civilization. Students who plan to do graduate study in classics
should choose the major in classical languages and literatures.

Every student considering a major in classics is encouraged to
take Greek or Latin in her first year. Classics majors are also
strongly encouraged to participate in Global Awareness and other
study abroad programs approved by the College.

Requirements for the Majors:

Classical Languages and Literatures:

A total of 10 courses

6 courses in Greek or Latin, of which at least 2 must be at the 300-level

or higher

At least 2 courses in each language

At least 2 courses in Classics

Other courses from Greek, Latin or Classics

Courses in other departments may count toward the major with

approval of the major advisor.

Classical Civilization:
A total of 9 courses:
2 courses in Greek or Latin at the 200-level or higher

Classics 121 or 122

Other courses in Greek, Latin or Classics:

Courses in other departments may count toward the major with
approval of the major advisor.

Requirements for the Minor:

Classical Civilization;

6 courses in Greek, Latin or Classics

At least 2 courses at the 300-level

Greek

lOlf ELEMENTARY 4

The essentials of grammar.
102S ELEMENTARY 4

Readings from Greek authors, especially New Testament writers.
Prerequisite: 101 or 2 entrance credits.

Literature courses in Greek are offered at the 200 and 300 level
Students in both levels meet at the same time, but advanced stu-
dents are required to do more work. Exceptions to the prerequi-
sites to these courses may be granted by the department

21l/3llf PLATO 4

Exemplary pieces of Plato's writing reflecting the teachings of Socrates

and the philosophy of Plato.

Offered 2001-02 and every third year

Prerequisite for 211: Greek 102 or 3 entrance credits; for 311: 6 hours of

200-level Greek
212/312S DRAMA 4

One or two plays, including discussion of myth, metrics and produc-
tion.

Offered 2001-02 and every third year

Prerequisite for 212: Greek 102 or 3 entrance credits; for 312: 6 hours

of 200-level Greek

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2l5/3i5f HOMER 4

Iliad or Odyssey. The first heroes of Western literature in the first

pieces of ancient writing.

Prerequisite for 215: Greek 102 or 3 entrance credits; for 315: 6 hours

of 200-level Greek

Offered 2002-03 and every third year
216/316S HERODOTUS 4

"The Father of History," his methods, style and favorite themes.

Prerequisite for 216: Greek 102 or 3 entrance credits; for 316: 6 hours

of 200-level Greek

Offered 2002-03 and every third year
2l7/3l7f HESIOD AND THE LYRIC POETS 4

Selected poetry representing the vigor and creativity of the Archaic Age

of Greece.

Prerequisite for 217: Greek 102 or 3 entrance credits; for 317: 6 hours

of 200-level Greek

Offered 2003-04 and every third year
218/318S COMEDY 4

One or two plays of Aristophanes with consideration of the political cli-
mate of his time.

Prerequisite for 218: Greek 102 or 3 entrance credits; for 318: 6 hours

of 200-level Greek

Offered 2003-04 and every third year
22lL/32lLf (CLASSICS 221L) (HISTORY 221L)
HISTORY OF GREEK CIVILIZATION.
GREEK COMPONENT 1

See Classics 221L for description.
231L/331LS (CLASSICS 331L) ANTHROPOLOGY 331L)
(LATIN 231L) (LATIN 331L)
MYTHOLOGICAL PAHERNS AND THEMES,
GREEKAND LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 331L for description.
241L/341LS (CLASSICS 341L) (SOCIOLOGY 341L)

(WOMEN'S STUDIES 341L) (LATIN 241L) (LATIN 341L)

WIVES, WARRIORS, SLAVES AND CITIZENS,

GREEK AND LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 341L for description.
350f3 ADVANCED READING COURSE 2-4

Selections from Greek prose and poetry not covered in other courses.

chosen to meet the needs of individual students.

Prerequisite: 6 hours of 200-level Greek and permission of the depart-
ment
490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the department.

Latin

loif ELEMENTARY 4

Fundamentals of Latin grammar.
102s ELEMENTARY 4

Readings from Latin authors, with emphasis on the love poetry of

Catullus.

Prerequisite: 101 or 2 entrance credits
20if INTERMEDIATE 4

Review of Latin grammar with readings from Cicero and

other Latin authors.

Prerequisite: 102 or 3 entrance credits
202s VERGIL'S AENEIDI-VI 4

This course can be used to satisfy either the Specific Standard of the

intermediate level of a Foreign Language or the Distributional Standard

of Literature, but not both.

Prerequisite: 201 or permission of department

222L/322Lf (CLASSICS 222L) (HISTORY 222L)
HISTORY OF ROMAN CIVILIZATION,
LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 222L for description.
231L/331LS (CLASSICS 331L) (ANTHROPOLOGY 33l0
(GREEK 231L); (GREEK 331L)
MYTHOLOGICAL PAHERNS AND THEMES,
GREEKAND LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 331L for description.
241L/341LS (CLASSICS 341L) (SOCIOLOGY 341L)

(WOMEN'S STUDIES 341L) (GREEK 241L) (GREEK 341L)
WIVES, WARRIORS, SLAVES AND CITIZENS,
GREEKAND LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 341L for description.

Courses in Latin literature at the 300 level may be repeated for
credit if the readings are different. Exceptions to the prerequisites
may be granted by the department.

30if EPIC 4

Readings in the epic poetry of Vergil, Ovid and/or Lucan.

Prerequisite: 202 or 4 entrance credits

Offered 2001-02 and every third year
302s COMEDY 4

Study of the themes and modes of production of Roman comedy,

through reading selected plays of Plautus and Terence.

Prerequisite: 202 or 4 entrance credits

Offered 2001-02 and every third year
3llf DIDAaiC POETRY 4

Selections from De Rerum Natura of Lucretius and/or Vergil's Georgics,

poems that teach how to live in harmony with nature.

Prerequisite: 202 or 4 entrance credits

Offered 2002-03 a"d every third year
312s HISTORICAL WRITING 4

Examination of the assumptions of Latin historiography with readings

from Caesar, Sallust, Livy and/or Tacitus.

Prerequisite: 202 or 4 entrance credits

Offered 2002-03 and every third year
32lf SATIRE 4

The genre of satire, Rome's own creation, through readings in the Latin

satirists, principally Horace, Martial, Juvenal or Petronius.

Prerequisite: 202 or 4 entrance credits

Offered 2003-04 and every third year
322s LYRIC POETRY 4

Personal and intimate poetry of Horace in the Odes and the elegiac

poets.

Prerequisite: 202 or 4 entrance credits

Offered 2003-04 and every third year
350f,s ADVANCED READING COURSE 2-4

Selections from Latin prose and poetry, not covered in other

courses, chosen to meet the needs of individual students.

Prerequisite: 202 and permission of the department
490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the department.

Classical Courses in English

12lf (HISTORY 121)

HISTORY OF GREEK CIVILIZATION 4

The literature, people and philosophy of Ancient Greece from the
Bronze Age to Hellenistic times, including the basic outline of historical

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events and methods for understanding history and culture.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
122f (HISTORY 122)

HISTORY OF ROMAN CIVILIZATION 4

The development of Roman institutions from the Etruscan period
through Constantino's adoption of Christianity The use of evidence
from literature, art and archaeology in constructing Roman social
history.

Offered 2002-03 3"d alternate years
22lLf (HISTORY 221L) (GREEK 221L/321L)

HISTORY OF GREEK CIVILIZATION,

GREEK COMPONENT 1

Reading in Greek of texts from the Homeric Age to Hellenistic times.
Corequisite: Classics 121 (History 121)

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor (for Greel< 221L, Greek 101-
102 or equivalent; for Greek 321L, one year of 200-level Greek)
222L (HISTORY 222L) (LATIN 222L/322L)

HISTORY OF ROMAN CIVILIZATION,

LATIN COMPONENT 1

Reading in Latin of texts from the Roman Republic through
Constantine's Adoption of Christianity.

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor (for Latin 222L, Latin 101-
102 or equivalent, for Latin 322L, one year of 200-level Latin)
Corequisite: Classics 122 (History 122)
242f (ART 201)

ART OF THE CLASSICAL ERA 4

See Art 201 for description.
331s (ANTHROPOLOGY 331)

MYTHOLOGICAL PAHERNS AND THEMES 4

Comparison of themes in Greek, Near Eastern, African and Amerindian
myths. Modern literary and psychological approaches to mythological
configurations, such as creation myths, divine archetypes, the trickster
and the hero cycle.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
331LS (ANTHROPOLOGY 331L) (GREEK 231L/331L)

(LATIN 231L/331L)

MYTHOLOGICAL PAHERNS AND THEMES,

GREEKAND LATIN COMPONENT 1

Reading myths in Greek and Latin texts.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor (for Greek or Latin 231L,
Greek or Latin 101-102 or equivalent; for Greek or Latin 331L, one year
of 200-level Greek or Latin)
Corequisite: Classics 331 (Anthropology 331)
341s (SOCIOLOGY 341) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 341)

WIVES, WARRIORS, SLAVES AND CITIZENS 4

IVlethods for understanding Greek and Roman lives and thought in mili-
tary, domestic, political, religious, economic and similar activities. Their
relation with the rest of the Mediterranean. Evidence from drama, his-
torical writing, philosophy and archaeology for under-
standing the cultural basis for concepts like citizenship, honor, individ-
ualism and community.
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
341LS (SOCIOLOGY 341L) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 341^

(GREEK 241L/341L) (LATIN 241L/341L)

WIVES, WARRIORS, SLAVES AND CITIZENS,

GREEKAND LATIN COMPONENT 1

Reading of texts in Greek or Latin relevant to study of family and politi-
cal structures in the ancient Greek and Roman world.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor (for Greek or Latin 2AiL.
Greek or Latin 101-102 or equivalent; for Greek or Latin 3A1L. one year
of 200-level Greek or Latin)
Corequisite: Classics 341 (Sociology 341) (Women's Studies 341)

4lof,s SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Directed study to meet the individual needs of students whose major
is Classical Languages and Literatures or Classical Civilization.
490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of
the department.

Economics

Faculty

Rosemary T Cunningham, profissor

Edmund J, Sheehey, Hal and Julia T Smith Pro/essor 0/

Free Enterprise

Edward Sayre, assistant projessor

Kanta Ahuja, uisiliii^ professor

George A Redmond, yisilin^ associate professor

Economics is the study of ways in which individuals, groups and
nations combine scarce resources to produce, exchange and con-
sume goods and services. Within this context, unemployment,
inflation and poverty are among the most important issues facing
society The economics curriculum helps students understand the
basic theories that explam such problems and examines the vari-
ous ways in which they might be alleviated-

The department offers courses in economic theory as well as a
variety of electives, including international, monetary and hnan-
cial economics. The department also offers business courses
appropriate to the College's liberal arts curriculum that are open
to all interested students.

In addition to a traditional economics major, suidents interest-
ed in a career m business may pursue a major in economics and
business, while those who plan graduate snidy in economics may
pursue the mathematics-economics major

Economics majors are strongly encouraged to participate in
Global Awareness and other snjdy-abroad programs approved by
the College.

Requirements for Economics Major:

Economics 100. 306, 307, 400

Four courses from the following: Economics 303. 309. 315, 320, 325,

334. 338. 355. 360. 410, 490

One course in statistics (Mathematics 115, 328 or Psychology 206)

A major in economics requires a minimum of 32 hours in economics and
one course in statistics.
Requirements for Economics Minor:

Economics 100 and either 306 or 307
Three courses at the 300-level

One course in statistics (Mathematics 115, 328 or Psychology 206)

Requirements for Economics & Business Major:

Economics 100. 211. 306. 307. 400. 450

At least three courses from the following:
210. 212. 213. 217. 220

Two additional courses from the department

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One course in statistics (Matlnematics 115, 328 or Psychology 206)
A major in Economics & Business requires a minimum of 44 Inours in
economica and one course in statistics.

Requirements for Economics & Business IVIinor:

Economics 100 and either 306 or 307

Three courses at the 20o4evel

One course in statistics (mathematics 115, 328 or Psychology 206)

loof3 INTRODUaORY ECONOMICS 4

An introduction to macroeconomics and microeconomics with an
emphasis on the economic concepts and methods for analyzing eco-
nomic issues and problems. Not open to students who have had both
104 and 105.

ECO 100 will not be open to students who have taken both ECO 104
and ECO 105 but will be open to those who have taken only one of
these courses. For those students who have taken only one course of a
two-semester introductory sequence, the department recommends
that they take only the relevant half of the one-semester course and
earn two semester hours. The student will enroll in the course at the
beginning of the semester at which time she will meet with the instruc-
tor to determine the attendance and grading policy.

2l0f INVESTMENTS 4

The importance of financial investments to the economy. The structure
of different markets and the theories behind the pricing of certain
assets explored. Students manage a hypothetical portfolio for the
duration of the semester.
Does not satisfy the Distributional Standard in the Social Sciences.

2llf ACCOUNTING I 4

Introduction to the principles of accounting theory and the application
of these principles in business and government.
Does not satisfy the Distributional Standard in the Social Sciences.

212s ACCOUNTING II 4

A continuation of 2ii.

Does not satisfy the Distributional Standard in the Social Sciences.
Prerequisite: 211

213s MARKETING 4

Planning, organizing and controlling the marketing function in a corpo-
rate setting.
Does not satisfy the Distributional Standard in the Social Sciences.

2i7f THEORIES OF MANAGEMENT AND

ORGANIZATION 4

Change and development in the management of complex organiza-
tions.
Does not satisfy the Distributional Standard in the Social Sciences.

220s INTRODUaORY FINANCE 4

An investigation of the conceptual framework within which financial
management is practiced by businesses in the United States. The pri-
mary focus is on the process and methodology employed by a firm's
decision makers with secondary emphasis assigned to technical
aspects of data collection and manipulation.
Prerequisite: 100 and 211

225f TOPICS IN BUSINESS 4

Examination of a particular facet of business, such as business law.
human resource management or microeconomic business applications.
Course may be repeated if topic varies.

Topic for 2001-02: Business Law. A study of the social, ethical, econom-
ic and political issues that affect the legal environment of business.
Topics will include contracts and sales, the Uniform Commercial Code,
property rights, regulation, agency, business formation, bankruptcy
and liability issues.

306s MICROECONOMICS 4

Advanced study of the operation of markets with emphasis on con-
sumer demand theory, theory of the firm, differing market structures
and the pricing and employment of inputs. General equilibrium and the
role of the government in markets are discussed.
Prerequisite: 100

307f MACROECONOMICS 4

General model is developed to analyze theories of inflation and unem-
ployment. Evaluation of theoretical bases for different monetary and
fiscal policies.
Prerequisite: 100

309s MONEY AND BANKING 4

Evolution of the banking system and related issues of public policy.
Analysis of monetary factors and their impact on economic activity.
Prerequisite: 100

3l5f COMPARATIVE PUBLIC POLICY 4

Examination of the role of government in the different types of eco-
nomic systems with an emphasis on a comparative study of public
policy
Prerequisite: 100

320f MICROECONOMIC POLICIES 4

Study of the microeconomic policies of labor and either health or urban
economics emphasizing the participation, effects and role of
women in these policies.
Prerequisite: 100

325f ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS 4

Study of the causes of environmental degradation and the role that
markets can play in both causing and solving pollution problems.
Prerequisite: 100

330s POVERTY AND DISCRIMINATION 4

This seminar examines selected topics on poverty, discrimination and
the distribution of income including the nature and extent of poverty in
the U.S., race and sex discrimination in the workplace and changes in
the distribution of income. Special attention is focused on policy issues
including affirmative action, the minimum wage and welfare reform.
Prerequisite: 100

334s ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 4

Historical patterns and contemporary theories of economic develop-
ment are used to clarify major issues such as the distribution of
income, stabilization policy and problems of trade and finance.
Prerequisite: 100

336s (WOMENS STUDIES 336)

GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT 4

Analysis of gender and the disparities between the relative status of
men and women, their access to resources, control over assets and
their decision making powers in developing nations.
Prerequisite: 100, Ant 101, Soc 101 or WSioo

338s ECONOMIC FORECASTING 4

Study of sampling, statistical significance, correlation and regression
analysis with emphasis placed on their application to economic
problems.

Prerequisite: 100; a course in statistics or the permission of the
instructor

355f INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS 4

Analysis of gains from trade, theory and policy of trade protection, for-
eign exchange rates and balance of payments.
Prerequisite: 100

400f SENIOR ECONOMIC SEMINAR 4

Overview of research methods and analysis of a set of current econom-
ic policy issues, with emphasis on the completion of a student-
designed research project. Open only to senior majors and minors in

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economics and in economics and business or by permission of the

department chair.

Prerequisite: loo, 306 or 307, a course in statistics
4l0f^ SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised intensive study in a special field of economics.
490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the department.

Education

Faculty

Jane West, associate professor
Kathy S. Froelich, visiting assistant professor
Edward Wolpert, director of teacher education proijrams
Beverly Lucey, instructor/ coordinator of field rxpertences

The mission of the Department of Education is to prepare exem-
plary teachers for increasingly complex schools. The qualities of
mind and character fostered by a liberal education are essential
characteristics of such teachers. These qualities, undergirded by
disciplinary understanding, include autonomy, reflectiveness,
curiosity and caring: in a word, wholeheartedness.

The program engages students in connected teaching and
learning experiences that enhance these qualities and integrate
them with specific understanding about the cultural, technologi-
cal and social complexities of schools. The program creates a
community of scholarly inquiry within which students begin to
explore their potential and shape their own fumres as teachers
and lifelong learners.

The teacher education program is based on the belief that the
primary purposes of schooling are the cultivation of thought and
the development of a humane perspective. These outcomes
enhance an individual's productive participation in creating a just
society. The program's goal is to embody these beliefs in the cur-
riculum, which encompasses interpersonal relationships, teaching
and learning processes and program structures and content
Through participation in this learning community, students can
prepare to create such communities in their own classrooms.

The department offers teacher certification prorams in second-
ary education (7-12) and in early childhood education through a
five year B.A./M.A.T. program. (See graduate studies catalog.).
Completing one of these programs leads to initial certification in
Georgia, as well as in states with which Georgia has reciprocal
certihcation agreements. Teacher education at Agnes Scott is a
College-wide enterprise,- students major in a discipline other than
education.

As early as possible in her college career, a student interested
in teaching should contact the chair of the Department of
Education for help in planning her program to meet certification
requirements.

The Professional Semester (Student Teaching)

Upon completing all prerequisites and on the recommendation
of the Teacher Education Committee, students are admitted to
student teaching. Candidates for student teaching must apply to

the Committee during the spring semester of the year preceding
student teaching. Applications arc available from the director of
teacher education programs. Candidates for secondary certifica-
tion must fulfill the following minimum requirements in order to
be considered for admission to student teaching;

2.5 or higher grade point average,

2.5 or higher grade point average in major,

No grade below C (no pass/fail) in a course required
for certification. (For secondary certification, this
includes courses required for the major),

Appropriate faculty recommendations, including the
recommendation of the student's major department,

Demonstrated interpersonal behavior necessary for
effective teaching, and

A passing score (as defined by the Georgia
Professional Standards Commission) on a test of mini-
mum competency in reading, writing and mathemat-
ics. (This requirement may be satisfied by an accept
able score on PRAXIS I, SAT or GRE.)

See graduate studies catalog for rei)uironciits/or admission (0 (fcf
early childhood M.AT. program.

Post-graduation Option

Agnes Scott students pursuing certification in any of the
approved helds who have been admitted to a teacher education
program before graduation may defer completion of the require-
ments for certification until after graduation.

Early Childhood (P-5) Certification (BA/I\AAT)

(See graduate studies catalog for graduate courses, I

Certification Requirements:

Hold an undergraduate degree

Education 210, 213, 217, 320, 40A, 580, 604,
605. 606, 607, 608, 620, 621

Completion of courses designated as special fields for the elementary
teacher:

One course in mathematics (101, 115. 117 or 118)

Additionally, Mathematics 104 recommended

One course in American history

Completion of the early childhood program requires admission to the

M.A.T. in Early Childhood Education Program.

Consult the graduate studies catalog for further information.

Secondary Certification

Certification Requirements:

Completion of a major in one of the fields approved
for certification:

astrophysics, biology, chemistry, economics. English, history, mathe-
matics, physics, political science

Education 210. 217. 311. 312. 380, 430. 431

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Additional requirements:

English majors: Education 320 and a course in the teaching of reading
at the secondary level

Mathematics majors: IVlathematics 150, 314

2iof,s UNDERSTANDING LEARNERS 4

Current theory and research on learning. Includes cognitive develop-
ment, theories of learning and motivation and qualitative methods of
classroom research.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

2l2f THEARTS IN EDUCATION 2

Exploration of the role of the arts in education; approaches to integrat-
ing the arts throughout the curriculum.
Offered 2001-02 only

2i3f TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN

THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2

Methods, materials and techniques used in teaching physical educa-
tion in the elementary school.
Offered spring of 2002-03

217f (SOCIOLOGY 217)

SCHOOLS AND SOCIETY 4

See Sociology 217 for description.
Prerequisite: Sociology 101, Anthropology 101 or Education 210

300f (GLOBAL AWARENESS 300)

GLOBAL AWARENESS CONCEPTS FOR STUDENT
TEACHING ABROAD 2

Concepts and theories of culture, cultural diversity and cross-cultural
communications. Discussions of selected themes common to the study
of cultures. Concepts in comparative education. Preparation for extend-
ed home stay and student teaching abroad.
Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Programs and
approval of the Undergraduate Teacher Education Committee

305f LANGUAGE AND LITERACY II 4

Further development of themes introduced in 304 in an interdiscipli-
nary context. Includes field experience.
Prerequisite: 210, 211, 304
Corequisite : 308
Offered 2001-02 only

308f EXPLORING THE NATURAL WORLD WITH CHILDREN 4
Examination of science processes and content in an interdisciplinary
context. Includes field experience.
Prerequist: 210, one lab science course
Corequisite: 305
Offered 2001-02 only

3iif PRAaiCUM IN SECONDARY EDUCATION 4

Supervised field experience in secondary settings. Includes 6 hours
per week of field experience, one hour weekly seminar and five-day
opening of school experience.
Prerequisite: 210, junior or senior standing
Corequisite: 312

3l2f CURRICULUM AND METHODS FOR

SECONDARY EDUCATION 4

Philosophical and historical foundations of secondary curriculum
development and implementation. Content-specific applications of
pedagogies and instructional technology for the secondary schooL
Prerequisite: 210, junior or senior standing
Corequisite: 311

32of EXPLORING CHILDREN'S/ADOLESCENTS'

LITERATURE 4

Study of major authors and illustrators and notable books for young
people; development of criteria for selecting quality children's litera-
ture.
Prerequisite: 210 or permission of instructor

38o/58of TEACHING DIVERSE LEARNERS 4

Introduction to special needs, including child development and intelli-
gence, major areas of exceptionality, identification of learners with spe-
cial needs. Introduction to other learner differences including race,
class, gender, ethnicity and first language. Adapting curriculum and
instruction for diverse needs. Includes field experience.
Prerequisite: Psychology 200 or Education 210

404s INTRODUaiON TO LANGUAGE AND LITERACY 4

Introduction to language and literacy acquisition and development
with a focus on the teaching of reading. Includes field experience.
Prerequisite: 210, 320

4l0f^ SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised study in a selected field of education.
Prerequisite: Permission of the department

420s STUDENT TEACHING, EARLY CHILDHOOD 12

Full-time professional experience in a public school.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other program requirements
with a grade of C or better in all courses required for certification, a
GPA of 2.5 or above and passing scores on Praxis 1. Praxis II
recommended.
Corequisite: 421, 440

420 not offered after spring 2002

421s STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR,

EARLY CHILDHOOD 4

Scholarly analysis of teaching experiences, including conducting
research in the classroom. Creation of a cumulative teaching and learn-
ing portfolio.
Corequisite: 420, 440

421 not offered after spring 2002

421GS STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR ABROAD),

EARLY CHILDHOOD 2

Scholarly analysis of school experiences, including reflective discus-
sion, classroom research and professional reading, abbreviated to
accommodate Student Teaching Abroad.

Prerequisite: GA/EDU 300; permission of the Undrgraduate Teacher
Education Committee
Corequisite: EDU 428, 429

428s STUDENT TEACHING ABROAD),

EARLY CHILDHOOD 6

Full-time professional experience in a local public school, abbreviated
to accommodate student Teaching Abroad.

Prerequisite: Completion of all other requirements of the teacher edu-
cation program; permission of the Undergraduate Teacher Education
Committee.
Corequisite: EDU 421G and Edu 429

429s ADVANCED STUDENT TEACHING, STUDENT

TEACHING ABROAD, EARLY CHILDHOOD 8

Six week student teaching abroad under the direct supervision of a
local master teacher. Includes weekly communication with Agnes Scott
instructor while abroad and research assignments due upon return.
Prerequisite: GA/EDU 300; permission of the Undergraduate Teacher
Education Committee.
Corequisite: EDU 421G and EDU 428.

430s STUDENT TEACHING, SECONDARY 12

Full-time professional experience in a public schooL
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other program requirements
with a grade of C or better in all courses required for certification. A
GPA of 2.5 or above and passing scores on Praxis I. Praxis 11
recommended.
Corequisite: 431

431s STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR, SECONDARY

EDUCATION 4

Scholarly analysis of teaching experiences, including conducting
research in the classroom. Creation of a cumulative teaching and

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learning portfolio.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other program requirements

with a C or better in all courses required for certification, a GPA of 2.5

or above and passing scores on Praxis I. Praxis II

recommended.

Corequisite: 430

431G STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR (ABROAD),

SECONDARY 2

Scholarly analysis of school experiences, Including reflective discus-
sion, classroom research and professional reading, abbreviated to
accommodate Student Teaching Abroad.

Prerequisite: GA/EDU 300; permission of the Undergraduate Teacher
Education Committee
Corequisite; EDU 438, 439

438s STUDENTTEACHING (ABROAD), SECONDARY 6

Full-time professional experience in a local public school, abbreviated
to accommodate Student Teaching Abroad.

Prerequisite: Completion of all other requirements of the teacher edu-
cation program; permission of the Undergraduate Teacher Education
Committee
Corequisite: EDU 431G and EDU 439

439s STUDENT TEACHING ABROAD, SECONDARY 8

Seven weelts student teaching abroad under the direct supervision of a
local master teacher. Includes weel<lv communication with Agnes Scott
instructor while abroad and research assignments due upon return.
Prerequisite: GA/EDU 300; permission of the Undergraduate Teacher
Education Committee
Corequisite: EDU 431G and EDU 438

440s AMERICAN EDUCATION 2

Exploration of schooling in the United States and current issues in edu-
cation. Topics vary.

Prerequisite: junior or senior standing
Corequisite: 420 and 421 or 430 and 431

English

Bona W. Ball, Ellen Douglas Lcyhum Projessor

Steven R. Guthrie, professor

Linda L. Hubert, professor

Patricia G. Pinka, professor

Peggy Thompson, professor

Christine S, Cozzens, associate professor

Waqas Khwaja, assistant professor

Willie Tolliver, assistant professor

Gretchen Papazian, visiting assistant professor

The English curriculum gives students breadth of knowledge and
depth of understanding of English and American literature.
Students learn to read literature with perception and delight, to
write about it critically and imaginatively and to develop ability in
creative writing.

English 101 is a service course for the College in which stu-
dents sharpen their writing skills and improve their critical and
analytical reading. The department also provides the Center for
Writing and Speaking, where students working on papers or other
written assignments, or on oral presentations, can receive help
from trained tutors.

A student majoring in English is required to take courses horn
three periods: Medieval and Early Renaissance, Late Renaissance
through Victonan and Modem and Contemporary She has a

choice of courses within each area.

In addition to the basic English major, the department offers
an interdisciplinary major in English Literature-Creative Writing.

With approval, a student may plan a program of concentrated
study in which she emphasizes her major interests in literature
and chooses contemporary courses from other disciplines. For
example, she may plan a program in medieval studies, renaissance
studies or American studies.

English majors can study at British universities in the junior
year and participate in internships in the senior year They can
also participate in a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global
Connections program or any other study-abroad program
approved by the College.

Requirements for the Majors:

Requirements for the English Major:

English 101 or 103 do not count toward the 10 courses required for the
major or the 13 course maximum in the major.

Courses required for the major: 280 and 480

One of the following required: 211, 212. 213, 214, 216, 217 (The depart-
ment urges students considering a major in English to elect a
year-long survey of British or American literature in the sophomore
year.)

Two courses from each of the following categories:

IVledieval and Early Renaissance:
306, 307, 308, 313. 31A. 315. 316, 318

Late Renaissance through Victorian:

319, 321, 322, 328, 329.331.335. 338. 351

Modern and Contemporary:

320, 323, 332, 333, 334. 336. 337. 339. 352

Two courses in creative writing or advanced composition may be count-
ed toward the major hours.

Requirements for the English Literature-Creative Writing Major:

English 101 or 103 do not count toward the 11 courses required for the
major or the 13 course maximum.

Courses required for the major: 280 and 480

One of the following required: 211, 212, 213, 214, 216, 217

Two courses from one of the following categories, one course from each

other category:

Medieval and Early Renaissance:

306, 307, 308. 313. 314. 315. 316. 318

Late Renaissance through Victorian:

319, 321. 322, 328, 329. 331. 335. 338. 351

Modern and Contemporary:

320, 323, 332. 333, 334. 336. 337. 339. 352

Creative Writing courses required:

Four of the following (in at least two genres and with at least two above
the 200 level): 200. 201, 202, 203, 205, 340, 341. 342, 344. 49

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Requirements for the Minor:

A minor in English must contain at least 6 courses, (loi and 103 do not
count toward the minor.)

The student may design her own program to reflect a particular interest
or emphasis, such as a focus on a genre or literary period.

The program must have the approval of the chair of the Department of
English.

English 101 is the basic course for all other work in the department,
except for students admitted to English 103. A student is admitted to
English 103 by the chair of the department on the basis of the CEEB ver-
bal score and secondary school record.

lOlf LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION 4

Combines instruction in the writing of analytic, expository and research
papers with the close, critical reading and discussion of literature by
authors of diverse cultural backgrounds. Works studied include short
stories, novels, drama, poetry, nonfiction essays and film. Frequent
individual conferences.

lOlLf WRITING LABORATORY

The Writing Laboratory (usually taken in conjunction with English 101)
develops skills that provide a foundation for all written course work at
Agnes Scott. The course familiarizes students with the writing process
through reading, writing, discussions and conferences.
Enrollment in the lab is limited and is determined by the
Department of English.
Corequisite: 101

l03f HONORS LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION 4

Approaches to literary texts designed for the student with special tal-
ent and interest in English. Writing of critical and imaginative papers on
literature and film. Provides orientation to library and computer facili-
ties. Frequent individual conferences.

2iof ADVANCED COMPOSITION 4

Expository writing for the student who wishes to develop and refine
her use of language and her understanding of the writing process.
Emphasis on forms of academic discourse, revision and research
writing.
Prerequisite: 101 and FYS 190

LITERATURE

English 21 1, 212, 213, 214, 216 or 217 is a prerequisite to the
other courses in literature unless a student has received advanced
placement credit in literature or unless she has been exempted
from taking 200-level courses upon recommendation of her
instructor in English 101 or 103.

2iif MAJOR BRITISH WRITERS, C. 1350 TO 1674 4

Major literary texts in historical context and sequence. Writers
include Chaucer, Spenser, Shakespeare, Donne and Milton.
Prerequisite: 101 and FYS 190 or equivalent

212s MAJOR BRITISH AUTHORS AFTER 1674 4

Historical and critical study of several authors chosen from a group
including Swift, Pope, Austen, Wordsworth, Keats, M, Shelley,
Browning, Yeats, Woolf and Beckett.
Prerequisite: 101 and FYS 190 or equivalent

2l3f,33if EARLY AMERICAN WRITERS 4

Perspectives through literature of the amalgam of cultures in America
from pre-colonial times to the Civil War. Such writers as Bradstreet,
Wheatley, Irving, Poe, Jacobs, Emerson and Havrthorne. Most class
meetings for 213 and 331 are held in common, but advanced students

conduct sophisticated independent and collaborative research.
Additional emphasis on certain writers, including Melville.
Prerequisite: 101 or 103 and FYS 190 or equivalent for 213; 200-level
literature course for 331

214s MODERN AMERICAN WRITERS 4

American literature from the second half of the nineteenth century to
the present. Selected readings from such diverse writers as Dickinson,
Twain, James, Cather, Hurston, Baldwin, Roth and others.
Prerequisite: 101 or 103 and FYS 190 or equivalent

2l6f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 216) WFRICANA STUDIES 216)
WHEN THE TOPIC RELATES TO AFRICA OR THE
AFRICAN DIASPORA)

TOPICS ON WOMEN AND LITERATURE 4

Thematic or generic studies of works authored by women; focus on the
role of women in works by male and female writers; special attention
to a selected woman writer or group of writers; and/or feminist
approaches to the study of literature.
Prerequisite: 101 or 103 and FYS 190 or equivalent
Topic in Fall 2001:

Jane Austen and Her World - Study of Austen's major works, selected
novels by contemporary authors, Austen's biography, development of
her career, social and cultural contexts, critical reactions and movie
adaptations.

2i7f TOPICS IN LITERATURE AND CULTURE 4

Topics linking diverse cultures and their literatures in English.
Fulfills the distributional standard in literature.
Prerequisite: 101 or 103 and FYS 190 or equivalent
Not offered 2001-2002

230s INTRODUaiON TO FILM STUDY 4

An approach to film from a variety of perspectives: historical study, for-
mal and technical analysis of classic Hollywood cinema, attention to
specific directors and genres and feminist critique of film.
Does not satisfy distributional standard in literature.

280s PERSPEaiVES ON LITERATURE 4

An overview of literary history, criticism and analysis. A required
course for majors in English or English Literature-Creative Writing, to
be taken as early as possible in the major.
Prerequisite: 101 or 103 and FYS 190 or equivalent

306f CHAUCER 4

The Canterbury Tales and selected early works in literary and historical
context.

Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

307f LOVE AND POETRY IN THE MIDDLE AGES 4

Continental and British lyric and narrative works from the courtly love
tradition and in response to the same tradition. Explores the relation-
ships among sensual, romantic and religious ideas of love between the
12th and 15th centuries. Focuses on Dante's Vita Nuova and Divine
Comedy (in English translation) and Chaucer's Troilus and Criseyde.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

308s HISTORY OFTHE ENGLISH LANGUAGE 4

The origins and development of the language, from Anglo-Saxon to the
present day including emphasis on forms of American English and cur-
rent processes of language change.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

313s SHAKESPEARE 4

The comedies and histories.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course

3l4f SHAKESPEARE 4

The tragedies.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course

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3l5f MEDIEVAL AND RENAISSANCE DRAAAA 4

(Excluding Shakespeare)

Dramatic embodiments of religious texts and beliefs from the IVledieval
period. Tragedies, comedies and history plays from the Renaissance.
Focus on dramatic forms, cultural and political themes and contexts
and theatre history.

Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 3rid alternate years
3i6f POETRY AND PROSE OF THE 16TH CENTURY 4

Selections from The Faerie Queen, the sonnet sequences of Sidney,
Spenser and Shakespeare. More's Utopia and Sidney's Defense of
Poetry.

Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
3l8f POETRY AND PROSE OF THE SEVENTEENTH

CENTURY 4

A study of metaphysical and cavalier poetry and significant prose of
the English Renaissance with emphasis on the writings of Donne.
Johnson, Herbert, Herrick, Marvell, Wroth, Bacon, Browne and Walton.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 3id alternate years
319s MILTON 4

Most of the English poetry and selections from the prose.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
320s MODERN POETRY 4

Study of British and American poetry of the twentieth century, with a
focus on the early modernist period. Poets studied include Yeats, Eliot,
Williams, H.D., Marianne Moore, Wallace Stevens and Langston
Hughes.

Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
32lf ENGLISH ROMANTIC POETRY 4

Study of the English Romantics, including Blake, Wordsworth,
Coleridge, Keats, Shelley and Byron, as well as the works of lesser-
known poets of the era.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
322s ViaORIAN POETRY 4

Tennyson, Browning, Arnold and Hopkins.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
323s MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY DRAMA 4

A selection of plays by international playwrights from Ibsen to the
present, with concern for the relationship between text and perform-
ance. Works by such writers as Chekhov, Beckett, Brecht, Shaw,
Soyinka, O'Neill, Williams, Baraka, Wilson, Hellman, Norman and
Howe.

Does not satisfy distributional standard in literature
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 ^"<^ alternate years
328f RESTORATION AND EIGHTEENTH-CENTURY

LITERATURE 4

British poetry and prose written between 1660 and 1800. Includes
focus on political and social themes, the interrelationship of texts and
the development of literary forms and traditions.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
329s BRITISH DRAMA OF THE RESTORATION AND

EIGHTEENTH CENTURY 4

Emphasis on changing dramatic forms, especially comedy, in relation
to cultural and political themes and contexts, theatre history and biog-
raphy, particularly of women playwrights.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

33if EARLY AMERICAN WRITERS 4

See English 213 for description.
332f REALISM AND NATURALISM IN AMERICAN

LITERATURE 4

Emphasis on figures writing from 1880 to 1920, who express the domi-
nant literary modes of the time. Authors include Twain, James,
Wharton, Chesnutt, Crane, Dreiser and Cather. Attention to their influ-
ence on later writers like Steinbeck and O'Neill and upon the films of
the 1930s and 1960s.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

333s MODERN AMERICAN FiaiON 4

Focus on fiction from 1920 to the present, representative of the wide
range of cultures and themes that shape our American literature(s).
Writers such as Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Ellison, Malamud, Morrison,
Oates and Atwood.

Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

334f SOUTHERN LITERATURE 4

Readings that explore the black and white intersections of the
American South, beginning with the literature of the "Southern
Renaissance" of the early 20th Century. Emphasis on such figures as
Ransom, Faulkner, Warren, O'Connor, Welty, Walker and Gaines.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

335s NINETEENTH-CENTURY AMERICAN WOMEN

WRITERS 4

A study of women's fiction as both social commentary and literary art
with emphasis on its contributions to the discourse of slavery, femi-
nism, national identity and literary vocation. Works by Fuller, Stowe,
Alcott, Hopkins, Jewett and others.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

336s THE MODERN BRITISH NOVEL 4

Study of twentieth-century novels with an emphasis on modernist
experimentation with novel form. Writers studied generally include
Conrad, Forster, Joyce, Woolf, Lawrence, Waugh and Beckett.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

337f POSTMODERN FiaiON 4

A study of experimental fiction written since 1950, with attention to
cyberfiction and futuristic films. Writers studied generally include
Borges, Nabokov, Winterson, Barthelme, Morrison.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

338s THE ViaORIAN NOVEL 4

A study of the novels of Victorian Britain in cultural and historical con-
text with emphasis on the novels of the 1840s and 1850s along with
those that look toward the twentieth century.
Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

338LS (FRENCH 338L)

THE ViaORIAN NOVEL, LANGUAGE COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion in French of Flaubert's Madame Bovary and
related materials in the context of the development of the novel in
Europe in the 1850s.
Not offered 2001-2002

Prerequisite: FRE 202 or permission of instructor
Corequisite: ENG 338 (students may have taken ENG 338 in the past)

339f (ARICANA STUDIES 339)

AFRICAN-AMERICAN LITERATURE 4

Examination of the major texts within the African American literary tra-
dition, from the colonial period to the present, including works by
Douglass, DuBois, Toomer, Wright. Baldwin, Morrison and others.

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Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
351s TOPICS IN NINETEENTH-CENTURY BRITISH

LITERATURE 4

Tfiematic or generic studies of the literature of nineteenth-century

Britain.

Prerequisite: 200-level literature course

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
352s POSTCOLONIAL LITERATURE 4

Study of literature written in nations that were formerly European

colonies. Worl<s will be drawn from some of the following regions:

South Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, Australia and Canada.

Prerequisite: 200-level literature course
4iof3 SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Selected texts to meet the interests of individual students.
48of SENIOR COLLOQUIUM 4

Weekly meetings of faculty and senior English majors to discuss topics

relevant to the study of literature in all periods. Particular topics are

designated each year.

Prerequisite: must be a senior major

Topic for Fall 2001: Self-representation and Narrative Voice
490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ENGLISH OR

AMERICAN LITERATURE 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the department.

CREATIVE AND EXPOSITORY WRITING

200s INTRODUaiON TO NONFIQION 4

An introduction to the craft of nonfiction writing focusing on the rhetor-
ical skills underlying print journalism (news, editorials, interviews and
features) and other forms, such as the essay.

20lf NARRATIVE WRITING4

Principles and forms of narrative writing. Illustrative readings and fre-
quent writing.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor

202f POETRY WRITING 4

The craft of poetry, through regular written assignments and readings
in a variety of contemporary poets and poetic movements and tradi-
tions.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor

203s (THEATRE 203)

DRAMATIC WRITING I 4

See Theatre 203 for description.

205f (THEATRE 205, WHEN THE TOPIC RELATES TO DRAMATIC
WRITING)

TOPICS IN CREATIVE WRITING 4

Different topics in creative writing, including, on occasion, courses
taught by visiting writers.

340f NONFICTION WORKSHOP 4

Intermediate nonfiction writing with emphasis on the feature article,
the personal essay and experimental forms.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor

34if WRITING WORKSHOP: FICTION 4

Intermediate fiction writing. Readings in theory and practice; the writ-
ing and rewriting of a group of stories. Individual conferences and
group sessions.
Prerequisite: 201, 205 or permission of the instructor

342s POETRY WORKSHOP 4

The presentation and discussion of student work and the exploration
of elements of poetic craft and of current issues in poetry

and poetics.

Prerequisite: 202
344s CTHEATRE 344)

DRAMATIC WRITING II 4

See Theatre 344 for description.
490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY IN WRITING 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the department

Environmental Studies

Director; J. Phil Gibson, associate professor 0} biology

Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary program of study
that brings together faculty and students from different academic
disciplines to investigate the interaction between humans and
their environment. The Environmental Studies minor includes
courses that address the ecological, ethical, economic and politi-
cal aspects of current environmental conditions, particularly those
related to the impact of humans on natural ecosystems. This inte-
grated program is composed of seven required courses. These
courses meet both distributional and minor requirements. There
are also courses that are strongly recommended for program par-
ticipants.

Requirements for the minor:

Biology 108, 308
Chemistry 111
Philosophy 108
Economics 325
Environmental Studies 408

One of the following or appropriate courses at area institutions:

Political Science

102 American Politics in Global Perspective 4

103 Introduction to World Politics 4
203 Constitutional Law 4
Recommended courses:

Biology 193

Mathematics 115

Field experience or internship related to the environment such as
Biology 215SU (Marine Biology), Biology 225SU (Forest Ecology), or
other experiences such as internships.

Students who plan to minor in environmental studies should consult
with the program director early in their college careers to ensure normal
progression.

408s ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES CAPSTONE SEMINAR 2

Discussion and project based seminar focusing on the interaction of
ecological and human factors that shape environmental issues. Topics
covered each year will be determined by instructor(s).
Prerequisite: Open to seniors minoring in environmental studies or by
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First-Year Seminars

History

First-year seminars are designed to introduce students to advanced
study at the college level. Students learn to write more effective-
ly, begin to think more deeply and develop an extensive knowl-
edge of the seminar topic. First-year seminars are open only to
entering students, are limited in size, are led by a faculty member
who has selected and researched the special topic for the course
and are interdisciplinary so that students may explore the topic
from different perspectives.

I90f^ FIRST-YEAR SEMINAR 4

Seminars offering first-year students an opportunity to study focused
topics in small groups. Some sections may be connected and organ-
ized around a related theme. All courses include a significant writing
component.
Open only to first-year students; class size limited to 15

Global Awareness

Director: Jennifer A. Lund, director 0} international education

The Global Awareness program combines coursework in the fall
or spring semester with a December-January or May -June study-
abroad experience and a follow-up seminar TTie purpose of this
two-course program is to make the theory of culture real by pro-
viding background theory, experience in the selected country and
a time to integrate the experience upon return. The purpose is
also for students to see personal and global issues from a cross-
cultural perspective. Although this program does not have a lan-
guage prerequisite in some instances, the course will include a sur-
vival language component. Students must apply and be accepted
to the program to register for 200 and 201 .

200f^ GLOBAL AWARENESS CONCEPTS 4

Concepts and theories of culture, cultural diversity and cross-cultural
perspectives and communications will be applied to the student, to the
cultures of tfie country to be visited, to cultures represented in class
and to global issues and their solutions.
Prerequisite: 12 fiours of Agnes Scott credit

20lf3 GLOBAL AWARENESS EXPERIENCE 4

The global awareness faculty will lead students on a 2-4 week interna-
tional experience to enhance their cultural learning by experiencing
aspects of the host country and culture. A nine-hour post-experience
seminar will occur to integrate the experience with theory. Destinations
vary from year to year.
Prerequisite: 200

Special fees required for international travel experience. Students may
be eligible for partial financial support.
See Office of International Education.

300f (EDUCATION 300)

GLOBAL AWARENESS CONCEPTS FOR
STUDENT TEACHING ABROAD 2

See Education 300 for description.

Faculty

Mary Brown Bullock, professor. President 0} the College
Penelope Campbell, Charles A. Dana Professor
Katharine D. Kennedy, professor
Violet M. Johnson, associate professor
Mary C. Cain, assistant professor
Michael R. Lynn, assistant professor

The central purpose of the history curriculum is to give students
who come from a variety of cultural traditions an understanding
of the development of values, institutions and social structures
over both short and long periods of time

By offering courses on different regions of the world and on
different eras in history, and by emphasizing diversity within cul-
tures, history courses seek to deepen each student's understanding
of human experience in its multiple facets. By challenging stu-
dents to learn about people who are different from themselves,
history teaches open-mindedness and respect for differences. The
study of history provides a perspective from which to assess
events of the present and prospects for the future.

History students are required to read widely, to think critically
and to strengthen their skills in research, writing and speaking.
They learn to organize and analyze textual, visual and oral
sources while honing their ability both to tell a story and to
develop an argument History provides a homework and a con-
text for insights from other disciplines and in this sense is one of
the foundation disciplines of a liberal education, bringing coher-
ence and continuity to information that might otheni'ise be frag-
mented and disjointed.

History courses contribute signihcantly to interdisciplinary
programs at Agnes Scott, including international relations,
Afncana studies, women's studies and Language Across the
Curriculum. History majors regularly participate in the teacher
education program, junior-year-abroad programs and the Atlanta
Semester Resources in Atlanta enable history majors to undertake
research in archives and specialized collections and to participate
in internships in historic preservation, museums, libraries, busi-
ness, government agencies and nonprofit organizations.

History majors pursue careers in an almost infinite variety of
fields. History is an especially desirable background for hirther
study in law, journalism and public affairs More directly associat-
ed with the discipline are careers in teaching, museum work, his-
toric preservation and information technology, but many majors
also pursue careers in business.

History majors are strongly encouraged to participate in a fac-
ulty-led Global Awareness or Global Connections progiam or any
other saidy-abroad program approved by the College.

Requirements for the Major;

History 420

One two-semester survey course selected from; 101 and 102; 108 and
109; 110 and 111; 250 and 251; 253 and 25A

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At least six additional courses, five of wiiicln must be above the 200
level. These courses must include at least one course from each of the
following groups:

European History: 215, 220. 305, 308, 309, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 318,

United States History: 325, 326, 327, 330, 334, 335, 336, 338

Non-Western History: 350, 353, 354, 355, 356, 361, 363

An appropriate course below the 300 level may be used to satisfy one
of these groups

A major in history requires the completion of at least 36 semester hours
of work in history. Cross-listed courses taught outside the department
may not be used to satisfy the minimum requirements for the major.

Requirements for the Minor:

A minor in history must contain at least 24 hours of work in history, at
least twelve of which must be above the 200 level. The program must
reflect a degree of thoughtful planning and coherence and must have
the approval of the chair of the department.

lOlf EUROPE FROM THE MIDDLE AGES TO THE

FRENCH REVOLUTION 4

European society and culture from the High Middle Ages to the Age of
Revolutions including: marriage and family, religion and religious
reform, women and gender, popular and elite culture, science and med-
icine, interaction with world cultures and state building.

102s EUROPE IN MODERN TIMES 4

European culture, society and politics in the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries, with a focus on nations and nationalism, women and gender,
romanticism and modernism, war and peace, communism and post-
communism and Nazism and the Holocaust.

io8f THE UNITED STATES TO 1877 4

Survey of the history of the United States from European conquest
through Reconstruction.

109s THE UNITED STATES IN MODERN TIMES 4

Survey of the history of the United States since Reconstruction.

uof INTRODUCTION TO THE ASIAN WORLD 4

Major civilizations on the Asian continent from India to japan before
the twentieth century.

Ills THE ASIAN WORLD IN MODERN TIMES 4

History and politics of Asian societies and their interaction with the
West in the twentieth century.

12lf (CLASSICS 121)

HISTORY OF GREEK CIVILIZATION 4

See Classics 121 for description.

122f (CLASSICS 122)

HISTORY OF ROMAN CIVILIZATION 4

See Classics 122 for description.

215s (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 215)

RELIGION, MAGIC AND SCIENCE IN EARLY
MODERN EUROPE 4

The development of competing and complementary European world
views, including religion (Catholicism, Protestantism, Judaism), magic,
science and witchcraft, with a focus on how these ideas shaped culture
and society from the fifteenth through the eighteenth century.
Offered 2002-03 and alternate semesters

220s (WOMEN'S STUDIES 222)

EUROPEAN WOMEN SINCE THE MIDDLE AGES 4

Experiences of and ideas about European women in the public and pri-
vate spheres from the late Middle Ages through the twentieth
century.
22lLf (CLASSICS 221L) (GREEK 221L) (GREEK 321L)

HISTORY OF GREEK CIVILIZATION,

GREEK COMPONENT 1

See Classics 221L for description.
222Lf (CLASSICS 222L) (LATIN 222L) (LATIN 321L)

HISTORY OF ROMAN CIVILIZATION,

LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 222L for description.
250f (AFRICANA STUDIES 250)

AFRICAN SOCIETIES FROM 1500 TO

THE PARTITION 4

Structures of Sub-Saharan African societies, the developments leading
to the partition of the continent and the imposition of colonial rule.
251s (AFRICANA STUDIES 251)

AFRICAN SOCIETIES FROM THE COLONIAL

ERA TO THE PRESENT 4

Changes which followed western domination, African responses to the
new structures and the road to independence.
253f (AFRICANA STUDIES 253)

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY TO EMANCIPATION 4
Developments which shaped the history of the black population of the
United States through the Civil War. Topics include African beginnings,
the Atlantic slave trade, the institution of slavery and the slave commu-
nity and black activism.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
254s WFRICANA STUDIES 254)

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY SINCE

EMANCIPATION 4

Developments which have influenced the history of the black popula-
tion of the United States since the Civil War. Topics include the Great
Migration, the Harlem Renaissance and the Civil Rights Movement.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
305s MEDIEVAL CIVILIZATION 4

Emergence of European cultural traditions, political institutions and
social organization between the decline of the Roman Empire and the
end of the high Middle Ages.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
308s (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 309)

RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION EUROPE 4

Culture, politics, religion and society in Europe from approximately
1350 to 1648. The rise of Italian city-states, humanism, northern
Renaissance, Luther, Calvin and Wars of Religion.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
309f THE ENUGHTENMENTAND THE FRENCH

REVOLUTION 4

European culture and society in the age of the Enlightenment; causes
and events of the French Revolution and its impact upon Europe.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
309Lf (FRENCH 309L)

THE ENUGHTENMENTAND THE FRENCH

REVOLUTION, FRENCH COMPONENT 1

See French 309L for description
3iof EARLY MODERN ENGLAND 4

The social, cultural and political history of England from the late 15th
to the early 18th century. Tudor/Stuart monarchy, colonialism, the

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Reformation. English Civil War, marriage and family, public and
private culture.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 aid alternate years

311s EUROPE IN THE ViaORIAN ERA 4

Industrialization, nationalism, imperialism, international affairs, cul-
ture, gender and public and private life in nineteenth-century Europe.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

312s RUSSIA AND THE SOVIET UNION IN THE

TWENTIETH CENTURY 4

Revolution, ethnicity, reform, stagnation and disintegration in Russian
and Soviet politics, culture, economy and society from 1905 to the
present.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 a"d alternate years

3l3f EUROPE IN THE ERA OF THE WORLD WARS 4

World War I, Nazism, the interwar years. World War II and the
Holocaust, with emphasis on ideology, culture and diplomacy
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

314s EUROPE IN THE NUCLEAR AGE 4

Society, economy, culture and foreign affairs in Western and Eastern
Europe in the nuclear age.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor

314LS (GERMAN STUDIES 314L)

EUROPE IN THE NUCLEAR AGE,

GERMAN COMPONENT 1

See German 314L for description.
Not offered 2001-02

315Lf (GERMAN STUDIES 315L)

EUROPE IN THE ERA OF THE WORLD WARS,
GERMAN COMPONENT 1

See German 315L for description.
Offered 2001-02

3i8f THE HOLOCAUST 4

Victims and perpetrators of German genocide, with emphasis on anti-
Semitism, origins of the Final Solution, Nazi ideology, survivors' memo-
ries and historiographical controversies.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

325f THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AND THE EARLY

REPUBLIC 4

Relationship between economic, social, cultural and religious change
and the great political events of the American Revolution and nation-
building.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

326s THE CIVIL WAR AND RECONSTRUaiON 4

Economic, political and social change in the antebellum America; the
sectional struggle over slavery; the war experience; emancipation and
the limits of reconstruction.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

327s HISTORY OF THE SOUTH 4

Social, cultural, economic and political factors that have made the
South a distinctive part of the U.S. from English settlement to the
present.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

330s (WOMEN'S STUDIES 330)

THE HISTORY OF WOMEN IN AMERICA 4

Women's roles and contributions from the colonial period to the pres-
ent with emphasis on the impact of industrialization, reform move-

ments and differences across race, ethnicity, class and region.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

334f THE UNITED STATES FROM 1914 TO 1945 4

World War I, the New Era of the 1920s, the New Deal and
World War II.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

335s (AFRICANA STUDIES 335) (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 340)
BLACK PROTEST THOUGHT IN AMERICA FROM
SLAVERY TO THE PRESENT 4

Political, social and ideological currents which influenced and shaped
the Black struggle for freedom, citizenship and equality.
Prerequisite; sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

336f TOPICS IN THE HISTORY OF RACE, ETHNICITY

AND IMMIGRATION IN THE UNITED STATES 4

Racial and ethnic diversity in the United States from colonial times to
the present, with particular focus on the various waves of immigration;
acculturation of immigrants and their influence on the American socie-
ty; and relationships between and within ethnic groups.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor

338s UNITED STATES SINCE 1945 4

Domestic change and international involvements since World War II.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

340s (POLITICAL SCIENCE 328)

U.S-LATIN AMERICAN RELATIONS 4

See Political Science 328 for description.

343s FAMILY, LOVE AND MARRIAGE IN PREMODERN

EUROPE 4

The social and cultural history of families, love and marriage in Europe
prior to 1800. Topics include: family and marriage structures; develop-
ing gender identities; sexuality; patriarchy; childhood, adolescence
and old age; family planning; celibacy and virginity; family,
sex and law.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor

344f SCIENCE AND SOCIETY FROM THE BLACK

DEATH TO DARWIN 4

An examination of the relationship between people and the natural
world from about 1350 to 1850. Topics include: the scientific and med-
ical revolution; plagues; the conquest of nature; scientific institutions;
monsters and unnatural nature; the expanding universe; science and
religion; professionalization; evolution.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor

350f (AFRICANA STUDIES 350)

THE AFRICAN DIASPORA 4

History of the dispersal of Africans from the continent to various
regions of the world; the catalysts of dispersal; the distribution of
Africans, especially in the Americas; and the communities which
evolved out of the diaspora.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

350Lf (SPANISH 350L)

THE AFRICAN DIASPORA, SPANISH COMPONENT 1

See Spanish 350L for description.
Not offered 2001-2002

353s SOUTH ASIA 4

History of the Indian Subcontinent from ancient times to the present.
with particular attention to British rule, the independence movement
and contemporary public issues in Pakistan. India and Bangladesh.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

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354S (AFRICANA STUDIES 354, WHEN THE TOPIC RELATES TO
AFRICA OR THE AFRICAN DIASPORA)
TOPICS IN AFRICAN AND ASIAN HISTORY 4

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 3"cl alternate years

355f THE RISE OF CONTEMPORARY SOUTHEAST ASIA 4

The cultural heritages of nations from Burma to the Philippines. Social,
economic and political changes arising from western colonialism, the
world wars, mass political movements and participation in a global
economy.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

356f THE UNITED STATES AND CHINA 4

The cultural, political and economic interaction of Americans and
Chinese in the last two centuries, with particular attention to the post-
World War 11 period.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

36if EMERGENCE OF JAPAN AS A WORLD POWER 4

Political, economic and social transformation of Japan in the last centu-
ry; the troubled relationship with the United States; new challenges to
the nation and people.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

363f CHINA SINCE THE REVOLUTION 4

The establishment of the People's Republic in 1949, the revolutionary
remodeling of Chinese society and factors in its contemporary develop-
ment.

Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03 3"d alternate years

4l0f^ SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised study in some field or period of history.

420f SENIOR COLLOQUIUM 4

Reading, writing and discussion on a single theme, chosen annually,
with the aim of integrating knowledge from various historical fields.
Open only to senior history majors

490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research under the supervision of a member of the
department.

International Relations

Director: Feng Xu, assistant professor of political science

In this program, students explore the relations among both
nations and nongovernmental parties. Although comprehension
of these relationships relies upon the perspectives, theories,
insights and methods of several disciplines, a major in
International Relations draws primarily from the disciplines of
economics, history and political science.

Students who wish to major in international relations should
consult the director of the program in order to develop a course
of study with an appropriate balance among the disciplines. They
should acquire proficiency in a foreign language, especially if they

plan to study abroad. Completing the intermediate level of a sec-
ond foreign language is also recommended.

International relations majors are strongly encouraged to par-
ticipate in a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global Connections
program or any other suidy-abroad program approved by the

College.

Requirements for the Major:

A minimum of 11 courses

Required Introductory Courses:

Political Science 103
Economics 100

Required Advanced Courses:

Political Science 326; International Relations 400

Theory Courses:

Three courses, at least one of which must be in economics:
Political Science 105, 282, 322, 429; Economics 315, 334, 355;
Anthropology 307

Geographic Areas:

Those students who wish to include study abroad as a component of
the major are encouraged to plan as soon as possible.

Three courses from no more than two different areas. No more than one
area course may be at the 100-level.

Europe: History 102, 311, 312, 313, 314, 318, 322

Asia: History 111, 353, 354 (Asian topics only), 355, 356, 361, 363;
Political Science 270

Africa: History 250, 251, 350, 354 (African topics only);
Political Science 355

Latin America: Political Science 211, 220, 325, 328, 342; Anthropology
304

Global Awareness 201 may be counted toward the appropriate geo-
graphic requirement. Students are encouraged to enroll in the foreign
language sections of area courses when possible. Hours from these
courses will count toward the major.

Language:

Four hours of coursework beyond the intermediate level in a modern
foreign language. This course work should correspond to a geographic
area as much as possible.

400s SENIOR SEMINAR IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 4

Required seminar for international relations seniors on topics of cur-
rent interest and importance in international relations. Provides oppor-
tunities for international relations majors to integrate the theoretical,
historical and geographical components of the major through reading,
discussion, debates and writing on the topic at hand.
Prerequisite: Political Science 103 and 326 or permission of the
instructor

4iof^ SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised study in a selected field of international relations.

490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of
the department.

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Mathematics

Faculty

Myrtle H. Lewin, pro/fssor
Lawrence H. Riddle, projtssor
Robert A. Leslie, associate projessor
Alan Koch, assistant professor
Christopher Moseley, uisrtiii^ instructor

The mathematics program is designed to help students think
clearly and logically, learn to use the language of mathematics
effectively, write and speak about mathematical ideas coherently
and appreciate the broad power of mathematics to describe phe-
nomena in the real world.

The courses develop the student's ability to analyze problems,
understand and use the theory and techniques of mathematics and
acquire the skills and mathematical tools needed in the applica-
tion of mathematics.

Students learn how to use mathematical software and to appre-
ciate its role as a tool in the study and application of mathematics.
The courses are also designed to develop the student's ability to
work with abstract ideas as she meets some of the major themes
and profound ideas in modem mathematics.

The mathematics faculty provides placement advising for
mathematics courses to incoming students (see Advanced
Placement Credit section). Students in the 100 level courses are
offered opportunities for interaction outside the classroom
through the Learning Assistance program.

Advanced mathematics students are encouraged to consider
internships in the Atlanta area and to apply for summer research
programs on other campuses. Study topics of particular interest
beyond the courses listed are also available through cross-registra-
tion or through directed or independent studies

A major in mathematics is excellent preparation for profession-
al employment in a variety of areas such as business technology
and actuarial science, for teaching at the secondary school level
and for entry into medical or law school. The program is also
designed to give mathematics majors a solid background for grad-
uate study, not only in mathematics but in related areas as well.

Students with an interest in science are encouraged to combine
that study with mathematics, either through the interdisciplinary
mathematics-physics major, through a student-designed major, or
through the mathematics minor

The interdisciplinary mathematics-economics major allows the
student to combine her interests in economics with her interest in
mathematics It is also highly recommended for students antici-
pating graduate study in economics.

Requirements for Mathematics Major:

Math 118. 119, 20^, 206, 220, 321, 480

At least three additional 300-level courses selected from at least two of
the following groups:

331.352

314. 315

309.312.325.328

The minimum number of hours required to fulfill a major in
Mathematics is 38.

Requirements for Mathematics Minor:

The mathematics minor is designed for those students who wish to
study mathematics significantly beyond the introductory level and
focus on an area of special interest without accomplishing a major A
student planning a minor in mathematics is required to consult with the
department to ensure the coherence and relevance of the program of
study planned.

Mathematics 118, 119

At least one course from 204, 206, or 220

At least three additional courses at the 200 or 300 level, one of which
must be at the 300 level.

lOlf^ FINITE MATHEMATICS 4

Exposure to some basic concepts and techniques of mathematics in
concrete and relevant ways. Possible topics include: the mathematics
of voting, scheduling problems, counting problems, networks, symme-
try (architectural designs and naturally occurring geometrical patterns),
censuses and surveys, graphing and summarizing data, financial math-
ematics and rudimentary probability.

104s INTRODUaiON TO MATHEMATICAL THOUGHT 4

Introduction to some of the major themes and ideas in mathematics,
methods used in their applications and their historical context.

usffi ELEMENTARY STATISTICS 4

Statistical measures and distributions, probability and its application
to statistical inference, linear correlation, hypothesis testing, confi-
dence intervals and applications in the natural and social science.

U7f FUNaiONS AND MODELING 4

Polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithm and trigonometric func-
tions in the natural and social sciences, with emphasis on their numeri-
cal, graphical, and algebraic properties and their applications and use
in modeling real-world situations.

Ii8f3 CALCULUS I 4

Introduction to the basic concepts of differential and integral calculus,
emphasizing conceptual understanding and applications. Topics are
covered from a graphical, algebraic and numerical perspective.
Mathematical writing is emphasized.

ugffi CALCULUS II 4

Continuation of 118. Topics include the integral and its applications,
techniques of integration, improper integrals and a brief Introduction to
series and differential equations.
Prerequisite: 118

l50f INTRODUaiON TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 4

An introduction to computers, principles of problem solving in a struc-
tured programming environment, programming techniques and appli-
cations. Does not satisfy Distributional Standard in mathematics.

20lf TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS 4

A semester study of a topic chosen from such areas as dynamical sys-
tems and chaos, fractal geometry, cryptology. game theory, graph theo-
ry or combinations. Possibility for interdisciplinary topics. May be
repeated for credit when topics change.
2001-02 Topic: Mathematics in Medicine and Health
Mathematical modeling that addresses issues in medicine and public
health. Topics include epidemiology, disease diagnosis, genetics,
anatomy and health studies including an introduction to Surrey meth-
ods in community medicine. Matrices, compartmental models and ele-
mentary probability will be studied as tools for investigating these
topics.

This topic fulfills the second science requirement.
Prerequisite: ii8 or permission of the instructor

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204f THE ART OF AAATHEMATICAL THINKING 4

Topics from areas such as puzzles, discrete matlnematics, number tlneo-
ry, modular arithmetic and enumeration will be used to introduce stu-
dents to a serious study of the role of proof, of mathematical writing
and grammar, and abstraction and critical thinking.
Prerequisite: 119 or permission of instructor

206s LINEAR ALGEBRA 4

Vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices and determinants, with
applications to systems of linear equations, geometry and other select-
ed topics.
Prerequisite: 119

220s MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS 4

The geometry of curves and surfaces and the calculus of functions of
two or more variables, including partial differentiation, multiple inte-
grals and vector analysis.
Prerequisite: 119

250s INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 4

The design and implementation of well-structured algorithms, modular
programming techniques, the effective use of the fundamental data
structures including records and files and an introduction to dynamic
data structures.

Prerequisite: 150 or permission of the instructor
Offered 2002-03and alternate years

309f DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 4

First and second order differential equations, higher order, linear ordi-
nary differential equations, existence and uniqueness theorems and
applications.
Prerequisite: 206 or 220

312s NUMERICAL ANALYSIS 4

Numerical methods in mathematics including numerical solutions of
equations, linear and nonlinear systems of equations, numerical differ-
entiation and integration and curve fitting.
Prerequisite: 206 or 220
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

3l4f MODERN GEOMETRIES 4

Affine, projective and Euclidean geometries and their postulational
development.

Prerequisite: 220 or permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

315s TOPOLOGY 4

Topological and metric spaces, continuity, compactness and connect-
edness, with special emphasis on the topology of Rn.
Prerequisite: 204 and 220
Not offered 2001-02

32if ABSTRAa ALGEBRA 4

Important algebraic structures, including groups, rings, integral
domains and fields.
Prerequisite: 204; 206 or permission of instructor

325f MATHEMATICAL MODELS AND APPLICATIONS 4

Development of techniques of model building. Applications to
illustrate the techniques drawn principally from the natural and
social sciences.
Prerequisite: 206 or 220
Offered 2002-03 3"d alternate years

328s MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY 4

Basic statistical methods in the classical theory of inferential statistics,
probability theory, estimations, hypothesis testing and applications.
Prerequisite: 206 or 220
Offered 2002-03 a"d alternate years

331s REAL ANALYSIS 4

The topology of the real number system and the axiom of complete-
ness. Rigorous development of some central ideas in analysis, includ-
ing limits, continuity of functions and convergence of sequences and
series.

Prerequisite: 204

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

352s COMPLEX ANALYSIS 4

The algebra of complex numbers, analytic functions, elementary func-
tions, linear fractional transformations, mappings, integrals, power
series, Laurent series and residue calculus.
Prerequisite: 220
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

4iof3 SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Open to majors only

48of MATHEMATICS SEMINAR 2

Integrates topics in a variety of areas of undergraduate mathematics ]

and emphasizes problem-solving, writing and speaking skills. Open to j
seniors with majors in mathematics, mathematics-economics or
mathematics-physics and to minors in mathematics or others with per- ]
mission. I

490f3 INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of
the department. 1

Mathematics-Economics

Requirements for the major:

Economics 100, 306, 307
IVlathematics 118, 119, 206, 220, 309
Either Economics 338 or Mathematics 328
Either Economics 400 or Mathematics 480

An additional two elective courses in mathematics or economics are
required with at least one in economics, excluding 200, 211, 212, 213,
217 and 220. These courses must be at the 200-level or above and must
be approved by the advisors to the major in the respective departments.

Matiiematics-Piiysics

Provides an integrated study of mathematics and its application in
theoretical physics. Students elect at least 24 semester hours in
mathematics and 24 semester hours in physics. Other courses may
be elected in mathematics and physics, not to exceed a combined
total of 64 semester hours.

Basic Courses Required:

The minimum number of hours required to fulfill an interdisciplinary
major in Mathematics-Physics is 48.

Mathematics 118, 119, 206, 220, 309 and at least 4 additional hours.
The additional mathematics course must be at the 200-level or above
and must be approved by the advisor to the major in mathematics.

Physics 110, 111 and 16 additional hours as approved by the Department
of Physics and Astronomy.

Modern Foreign languages &
Literatures

The department offers programs in French, German Studies,
Japanese and Spanish. Language majors are strongly encouraged

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to study abroad through a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global
Connections program or through any other study-abroad pro-
gram approved by the College.

French

Faculty

Julia K.. De Free, assistant professor
Rosemary Eberiel, assistntil /iro/essor
Edward Tilson, assistant professor

All courses offered by the French program are designed to devel-
op students' proficiency in the understanding, speaking and writ-
ing of the French language and to foster a knowledge of French
and Francophone cultures. Upper-intermediate and advanced
courses are devoted to literature written in French and the social,
political and historical contexts of its production.

In conjunction with the office of International Education, the
French program offers students a wide range of opportunities for
spending an academic year or a semester abroad studying French
and the culture and literature of the Francophone world. Courses
of foreign study recently selected by students include French liter-
ature and culture at the Sorbonne, French linguistics and literature
at rUniversite Catholique I'Ouest at Angers and African econom-
ics and the French language in Senegal. With some restrictions,
courses taken abroad count toward fulfilling the requirements for
the major or minor. Further possibilities for foreign study are
available through the Global Awareness and Global Connections
programs.

Each year the French program is joined by a teaching assistant
from France, whose responsibilities include working alongside
members of the full-time faculty in grammar classes, teaching
intermediate conversation and supervising the French table.

Entering students who elect French must take a placement test.
Tliose who place into 230 or above will have satisfied the specific
standard for study of a foreign language. Otherwise this standard
is achieved through successful performance in 202. The distribu-
tional standard for study of literature in the language of its com-
position is fulfilled by successful performance in any one of the
upper-intermediate courses (240, 241, 242) or in any 300-level
course.

Students also have an opportunity to improve their language
skills by completing a one-hour French component in a Language
Across the Curriculum (LAC) interdisciplinary course.

Requirements for French Major:

230, 240, 2^1 and 242

Four topics courses at the 300-level

207 and global connections courses do not count toward the minimum
major.

Majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad and to participate in
language across the curriculum courses.

Requirements for French Minor:

230, 2 courses from 240, 241 and 242: 1 3oo-level course

207 and global connections courses do not coount toward the minimum
minor.

loif ELEMENTARY FRENCH 4

For students who begin French in college. Introduction to the French
language and culture. Three class periods followed by a session and
oral practice.

I02f^ ELEMENTARY FRENCH 4

Continuation of 101; 101 and 102 are the equivalent of two years of sec-
ondary school preparation.
Prerequisite: 101

20if,s INTERMEDIATE 4

Grammar review oral and written comprehension, reading,
composition.
Prerequisite; 102

202f^ INTERMEDIATE 4

Continuation of 201 with emphasis on selected readings.
Prerequisite: 201

202Lf (ART 202L)

ART OF THE MIDDLE AGES, FRENCH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of texts concerning the visual arts and their
historical context during the Middle Ages. Conducted in French.
Prerequisite: French 202 or permission of the instructor.
Corequisite: Art 202
Not Offered 2001-02

203 Ls &VRT 103 L)

HISTORYOFART II. FRENCH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of texts on the major artistic periods from the
Renaissance through the modern periods. Conducted in French.
Prerequisite: French 202 or permission of the instructor
Corequisite: Art 103
Not offered 2001-02

207f.s INTERMEDIATE FRENCH CONVERSATION 2

This course may be repeated once with permission from the depart-
ment or faculty members designated by the department chair.
Prerequisite: 202 with a grade of B minus or above or permission from
the department.

22lLf (MUSIC 221L) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 221L)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL
TRADITIONS, FRENCH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of texts concerning French and other
Francophone women as composers, performers, teachers and musical
support personnel. Conducted in French.
Prerequisite: 202

Corequisite: Music 220 (Women's Studies 220)
Offered 2001-02

230f,s FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 4

The course provides a thorough review of advanced grammar and
stresses written expression. Classroom presentations and written work
address topics of contemporary French culture. In additional to written
materials, at least one French film will be analyzed.
Prerequisite: 202

240s READINGS IN FRENCH LITERATURE BEFORE 1600 4

Literary selections from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance studied
in their historical and cultural contexts. Topics to be analyzed may
include: orality and literacy; chivalry and misogyny; the individual and
the body politic; the imitation of Classical aesthetics; technological and
religious change; modern myths of the Middle Ages and the
Renaissance.
Prerequisite: 230 or equivalent

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24lf SELEQED READINGS IN FRENCH LITERATURE,

1600-1800 4

Literary selections frorr tiie Ancien Regime to tine Frencln Revolution
studied in tlieir liistorical and cultural contexts. Considerations of
genre will be complemented by reflection on how form relates to con-
tent, specifically with regard to notions of powers, artistic expression
and the role of the individual in society. Readings will include diverse
depictions of restrictions on women and liberation of women during
this era.

Prerequisite: 230 or equivalent
Offered 2002-03 aid alternate years

242f SELEQED READINGS IN FRENCH LITERATURE,

1800 TO THE PRESENT 4

Literary selections from Romanticism onward studied in their historical
and cultural contexts. Discussion topics may include: Romanticism and
the self; Realism and industrial culture; relations among the arts;
Symbolist poetry and prose; avant-garde prose,
poetry and theatre; colonialism and exoticism; political engagement
and "disengagement"; feminism and the novel; literature in French
produced outside France.
Prerequisite: 230 or equivalent

309Lf (HISTORY 309L)

THE ENLIGHTENMENT AND THE FRENCH
REVOLUTION, FRENCH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of complementary and parallel texts to those
used in History 309. Conducted in French.
Prerequisite: 202 or permission of instructor
Corequisite: History 309
Not offered 2001-02

338LS (ENGLISH 338L)

THE ViaORIAN NOVEL,

FRENCH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion in French of Flaubert's Madame Bovary and
related materials in the context of the development of the novel in
Europe in the 1850s.

Prerequisite: FRE 202 or permission of the instructor
Corequisite: ENG 338 (students may have taken ENG 338 in the past)
Not offered 2001-02

345f FRENCH LITERATURE AND GENRE 4

Prose, poetry and theatre will be considered either individually or in
relation to one another.

Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240, 241, 242
Offered 2002-03 3nd alternate years

350f FRENCH LITERATURE, THE AUTHOR AND

AUTHORITY 4

Works by a single author or group of authors will be studied. Thematic
and theoretical avenues of inquiry will be complemented by analysis of
the cultural and historical circumstances that led to the author's or
authors' acceptance, rejection and. if applicable, canonization and per-
ceived greatness.

Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240. 241. 242
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

355s FRANCOPHONE LITERATURE 4

Francophone works will be analyzed with a particular emphasis on
colonialism, political activism and liberation. Specific regions of
Francophone production may include Switzerland, Canada, the
Caribbean and Africa. Francophone authors active in France itself also
may be considered.

Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240, 241, 242
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

36of FRENCH LITERATURE AND POLITICAL CHANGE 4

Authors writing in French will be considered as either catalysts or
opponents to political change at specific historical junctures. Past peri-
ods of tension to be studied may include the Renaissance and the dis-

covery of the New World, the Ancien Regime, the French Revolution, the
Industrial Revolution, the First and Second World Wars and the sociaL
sexual and political "revolutions" and evolutions of 1968 to the pres-
ent.

Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240, 241, 242
Offered 2002-03 arid alternate years

365f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 365)

WOMEN AND FRENCH CULTURE 4

Contributions of women to French literature, culture and history will be
analyzed with a complementary emphasis on feminist theory.
Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240, 241, 242
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

370s FRENCH LITERATURE AND OTHER ARTS 4

An analysis of French literature and other arts, particularly painting,
with an emphasis on the French author as art critic or theorist.
Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240. 241. 242
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

375s FRENCH FILM 4

Topics in French cinema from avant-garde to the present, with an intro-
duction to film theory. Screenplays may also be studied.
Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240. 241. 242
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

38of AUTOBIOGRAPHY 4

The course will study: the relationship between the writing subject and
the literary first person; the influence of literary fiction on life histories;
gender and the narrative voice.
Prerequisite: 230 and any one of 240. 241. 242
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

4los,f SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised to meet the needs of individual students.

490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of
the program.

German Studies

Faculty: Ingrid E. Wieshofer, professor

Courses in the program emphasize the communication skills of
understanding, speaking and writing German. Cultural as well as
linguistic aspects of the German-speaking world are also explored
in all classes at all levels. A wide selection of classical and contem-
porary literary works is read in intermediate and advanced cours-
es.

Majors, minora and other interested students are encouraged to
live on the College's German Hall, where they can practice the
language aided by a resident teaching assistant from Austria or
Germany They are also invited to join the German Club and the
German lunch table.

Students can further improve their language skills by complet-
ing a one-hour German component in a Language Across the
Curriculum (LAC) interdisciplinary course.

Qualified students may participate in a one- or two-semester
program in a German-speaking country such as the affiliate pro-
grams in Graz and Salzburg, Other possibilities for foreign study
are available through the Global Awareness and Global
Connections programs

Students considering a double major should consult with the
Cierman Studies program director early in their studies.

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Requirements for German Studies Major:
Required Courses:

210, 212, 222, 324, 480

Three of the following: 305, 306, 310, History 313 with language compo-
nent, History 314 with language component. Music 220 with language
component

Only one of the following can be selected: History 313 with language
compnent. History 314 with language component, Music 220 with lan-
guage component

Minimum hours for the major: 32 beyond the intermediate level

Entering students who are placed in an advanced level of German may
be given permission to complete the major wth fewer than 32 hours.
Permission is given by the program director and the assistant dean of
the college.

Recommended Courses:

Students are strongly encouraged to acquire experience in a German-
speaking country through our affiliate programs in Graz and Salzburg.
We also highly recommend the Zertifikatsprufung and
Mittelstufenprufung at the Goethe Institute.

Requirements for German Studies Minor:

210, 212

Two of the following: 222, 305, 306, 310, 324, 480, History 313 with lan-
guage component. History 314 with language component. Music 220
with language component

Only one of the following may be selected: History 313 with language
component. History 314 with language component. Music 220 with lan-
guage component

Minimum hours: 16 beyond the intermediate level

Recommendations for the Minor:

Students are strongly encouraged to acquire experience in a German-
speaking country through our affiliate programs in Graz and Salzburg.
We also highly recommend the Zertifikatsprufung and
Mittelstufenprufung at the Goethe Institute.

loif ELEMENTARY GERMAN 4

Emphasis on speaking and understanding spoken German, with a

sound basis of grammar. Reading and discussion of simple texts. All

students with one or more years of German in high school are required

to take the placement test.
102S ELEMENTARY GERMAN 4

Continuation of 101. All students with one or more years of German in

high school are required to take the placement test.

Prerequisite: 101 or equivalent
20if INTERMEDIATE GERMAN 4

Practice in spoken German, accompanied by grammar review. Reading

and discussion of literary texts. All students with one or more years of

German in high school are required to take the placement test.

Prerequisite: 102 or equivalent
202s INTERMEDIATE GERMAN 4

Continuation of 201. All students with one or more years of German in

high school are required to take the placement test.

Prerequisite: 201 or equivalent
2iof COMPOSITION 4

Practical course designed to develop fluency in writing German.

Prerequisite: 202

2ilf CONVERSATION 2

Theoretical and practical aspects of German pronunciation with inten-
sive drills.

Does not fulfill the language requirement for the International
Relations major

Prerequisite: 102 or permission of the department or faculty members
designated by the chair
212s ADVANCED CONVERSATION 4

Practical course designed to develop fluency in oral communication.
Prerequisite: 202 or equivalent
222f INTRODUaiON TO LITERATURE 4

Emphasis on lyrical poetry of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, a
nineteenth-century novelle and a contemporary novel. Taught in
German.

Prerequisite to all 300-level literature courses
Prerequisite: 202 or equivalent
305s TWENTIETH-CENTURY DRAMA IN THE

GERMAN-SPEAKING COUNTRIES 4

Emphasis on Brecht's epic theatre. Also includes Swiss playwrights
(Durrenmatt and Frisch), the documentary play in Germany (Hochhuth),
Austrian contemporary drama (Bernhard).
Prerequisite: 222

Offered 2002-03 3nd alternate years
306f FRANZ KAFKA 4

Discussion of major short stories, excerpts from letters and diaries and
selections from one novel. Taught in German.
Prerequisite; 222

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
310s GERMAN LIFE AND THOUGHT 4

Society and culture in the contemporary German-speaking world.
Taught in German.
Prerequisite: 222

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
314LS (HISTORY 314L)

EUROPE IN THE NUCLEAR AGE,

GERMAN COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of texts about post-World War II Germany,
from division through unification. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: German 202 or equivalent
Corequisite: History 314
Not offered 2001-02
3l5Lf (HISTORY 315L)

EUROPE IN THE ERA OF THE WORLD WARS.

GERMAN COMPONENT 1

Study of Weimar and Nazi Germany based on selected primary sources
in German.

Prerequisite: 202 or equivalent
Corequisite: History 313
Offered 2001-02
320Lf (MUSIC 220L) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 220L)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL

TRADITIONS. GERMAN COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of texts concerning German and Austrian
women composers, performers, teachers and musical support person-
nel. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite: 202 or permission of the instructor
Corequisite: Music 220 (Women's Studies 220)
Not offered 2001-02
324s ADVANCED GERMAN LANGUAGE STUDY 4

Emphasis on stylislics, composition styles and vocabulary building
working with contemporary text materials.
Prerequisite: 210 or permission of the department

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35of^ ADVANCED READING 4

Subject matter chosen according to student interest and needs.

IWay be repeated for credit when topic varies

Prerequisite: 210 or permission of program director
4iof^ SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised to meet the needs of individual students.
480s ADVANCED TOPICS IN GERMAN LITERATURE 4

Intensive study of a single author, genre or period. May be repreated

for credit when topic varies.

Prerequisite: 210 or permission of pragram director
490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the program. Results are presented both orally and in writing. May be

done in English with approval of the program.

Japanese

To support students in their international studies, the College
attempts to offer three years of Japanese.

loif ELEMENTARY JAPANESE I 4

Fundamentals of spoken and written Japanese. Development of read-
ing, writing, speaking and listening skills, with emphasis on the devel-
opment of conversational fluency in socio-cultural contexts.

102s ELEMENTARY JAPANESE II 4

Continuation of Japanese 101.
Prerequisite: 101 or equivalent

20lf INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE I 4

A continuation of elementary Japanese, focusing on the further devel-
opment of oral proficiency, reading and writing skills.
Prerequisite: 102 or eqivalent

202s INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE II 4

A continuation of Japanese 201.
Prerequisite: 201 or equivalent

30if ADVANCED JAPANESE I 4

A continuation of intermediate Japanese, focusing on further develop-
ment of oral proficiency, reading and writing skills.
Prerequisite: 202 or equivalent

302s ADVANCED JAPANESE II 4

A continuation of 301.
Prerequisite: 301

Spanish

Faculty

Gisela Norat, assoctak professor
Rafael Ocasio, associate professor
Michael Schlig, (issislunl professor
Leticia Seymour, visititt^ assistant professor
Laura Mungavin-Salva, visiting instructor

The major in Spanish is designed to develop proficiency in the
four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) and to
present the cultural, literary and historical backgrounds of the
Spanish-speaking world. The minor is offered for those students
who wish to combine the study of Spanish with other disciplines
(International Relations, for example).

Students interested in pursuing advanced coursework should
have taken as much Spanish as possible in high school. Incoming
students with previous knowledge of Spanish must take the place-
ment test administered by the Spanish program before enrolling
in -courses.

All students have the opportunity to improve fluency and cul-
tural awareness by participating in the Spanish lunch table or in
special activities hosted by the Spanish club on campus. Every
year the College invites a Mexican teaching assistant to conduct
the fourth hour of the elementary Spanish courses. Since the
assistant lives in a residence hall, she also interacts with students
informally in daily living situations,

Once students have completed Spanish 202 or the equivalent,
they may wish to continue improving their language skills by
enrolling m a discipline course with a Language Across the
Curriculum (LAC) component (300L, 30 iL, 302L, 350L).

Students are strongly encouraged to take part in the College's
Global Awareness and Global Connections programs, especially
when trips are arranged to destinations in the hlispanic World.

The Spanish program also advises students interested in
Spanish to study abroad in any of the approved programs in seven
Spanish-speaking countries sponsored by the International
Student Exchange Program (ISEP), or through affiliated programs
such as Syracuse University in Madrid and Butler University in
Latin America, Recently, Agnes Scott students have studied in
Spain and Costa Rica.

Requirements for Spanish Major:

Complete 480 and 28 hours from among the following courses: 205,
207, 208, 280, 281, 344, 351, 354, 370, 380

Credits from the Spanish component of Language Across the Curriculum
(LAC) courses as well as Spanish program-sponsored Global
Connections and Global Awareness courses also satisfy the require-
ments toward the major.

Entering students with advanced Spanish proficiency above the inter-
mediate level (202) may be given permission to complete the major
with fewer than 32 hours. Permission is given by the chair of the
department or a faculty member designated by the chair and the assis-
tant dean of the college.

Requirements for Spanish Minor:

A minor requires completion of 16 hours beyond Spanish 202 from
among the courses offered by the department.
Credits from the Spanish component of Language Across the Curriculum
(LAC) courses as well as the Spanish-program sponsored Global
Connections and Global Awareness courses also satisfy requirements
toward the minor.

lOlf ELEMENTARY 4

Fundamentals of Spanish for speaking, listening, writing and reading.
Emphasis on proficiency achievement and cultural awareness of the
Hispanic world. Not open to students with one or more years of
Spanish in high school. All students with more than one year of
Spanish are required to take the placement test.
I02f^ ELEMENTARY 4

Continuation 101. All students with more than one year of Spanish are
required to take the placement test.
Prerequisite: 101

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20if^ INTERMEDIATE 4

Grammar review. Conversation, comprehension, composition and read-
ing. All students with more than one year of Spanish are required to

take the placement test.

Prerequisite: 102
202f^ INTERMEDIATE 4

Continuation of 201. All students with more than one year of Spanish

are required to take the placement test.

Prerequisite; 201
205f^ READING AND WRITING ABOUT THE

HISPANIC WORLD 4

Continued study of the Hispanic cultures through readings, film and

music. Special emphasis on the development of oral and written

expression in Spanish.

Prerequisite: 202
207f SPANISH CIVILIZATION AND CULTURE 4

Important historical events, trends and ideas of Spain from earliest

times to the present.

Prerequisite: 205 or permission of the department chair or faculty

members designated by the chair

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years.
208f LATIN AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN

CIVILIZATIONS AND CULTURES 4

Important trends, ideas and historical events of Latin America and the

Caribbean from pre-conquest and colonial periods to the present.

Prerequisite: 205 or permission of the department chair or faculty

members designated by the chair

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
280s INTRODUaiON TO LATIN AMERICAN

LITERATURE 4

A historic and thematic introduction to representative works that com-
prise the most important literary movements from colonial times to

current issues in postmodernity in Latin America.

Prerequisite: 205

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
28lf INTRODUaiON TO THE LITERATURE OF SPAIN 4

A historic and thematic introduction to representative works of signifi-
cant literary movements from the Middle Ages to present-day Spain.

Prerequisite: 205

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
300Lf (ANTHROPOLOGY 300L)

PEOPLES OF MESOAMERICA,

SPANISH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of texts complementary and parallel to those

used in Anthropology 304. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or permission of the instructor

Corequisite: Anthropology 304

Not offered 2001-02
301LS (POLITICAL SCIENCE 211L) (SOCIOLOGY 214L)
(WOMENS STUDIES 211L)
WOMEN IN LATIN AMERICA, SPANISH COMPONENT 1

See Political Science 211L for description.

Not offered 2001-02
302Lf (POLITICAL SCIENCE 442L) (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 350L)
RELIGION AND POLITICS IN LATIN AMERICA,
SPANISH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of complementary and parallel texts to those

used in Political Science 342. Conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or permision of the instructor

Corequisite: Political Science 342 (Religious Studies 350)

Not offered 2001-02

344s CONTEMPORARY SHORT STORIES 4

Traces the history and development of the genre with emphasis on
examining the elements specific to the short story and techniques that
distinguish the contemporary short story in Hispanic literature.
Prerequisite: 280 or 281
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

350Lf (HISTORY 350L)

THE AFRICAN DIASPORA, SPANISH COMPONENT 1

Examination and discussion of selected documents on slavery and
slave societies in North America, specifically Mexico. Central America,
South America and the Caribbean. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or permission of the instructor
Corequisite: History 350
Not offered 2001-02

35if CONTEMPORARY SPANISH LITERATURE 4

An analysis of the literature of post-1975 Spain. Examines how societal
changes during and after the transition to democracy are reflected in
representative works of literature and other artistic media (film and
painting).

Prerequisite: 280 or 281
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

354s POST-BOOM LATIN AMERICAN LITERATURE 4

An analysis of the most recent narrative production after the so-called
boom of the 1960s and 1970s. Critical approaches will include femi-
nism, gay and lesbian and socialist activism, negrismo in Latin America
and latino/a literature. Other artistic media (films and art) are treated
as representative of postmodern intellectual trends.
Prerequisite: 280 or 281
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

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HISPANIC LITERATURES AND CULTURES 4

Examination of selected aspects of the cultures of Spain and/or Latin
America through the study of literature, film, mass media, social insti-
tutions and movements. May be repeated for credit when the
instructor changes.
Prerequisite: 280 or 281
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

4l0f3 SPECIAL STUDY 2^

48of (WOMEN'S STUDIES 481, WHEN THE TOPIC
RELATES TO WOMEN'S STUDIES)

TOPICS IN HISPANIC THEMES 4

A detailed critical analysis of a specific topic, genre or period in
Peninsular or Latin American literatures and other media.
Topic for 2001-02: Representation of Women in Spanish Literature and
Culture - While this course will trace the ways in which men have por-
trayed women, it will also, more importantly, explore how they have
portrayed themselves in different periods of Spanish literature. The
analysis of literary texts and the visual arts will accompany interdisci-
plinary explorations of the experience of women throughout Spanish
history.

Prerequisite: 205 or permission of the department chair or faculty
members designated by the chair

Required of majors. This course may be taken more than once if sub-
ject content is different.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of
the program.

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Music

Faculty

Calvert Johnson, professor

Theodore K. Mathews, professor

Tracy E. W, Laird, assistant professor

Rosalyn P. Schenbeck, visiting associate professor

Music has been traditionally an important component of a liberal
arts education, both as an avenue for creative expression and as a
humanities discipline. The music curriculum at Agnes Scott
College gives students a breadth of knowledge and a depth of
understanding in the traditions of western music. It also offers
many opportunities for performance.

The program incorporates the special musical contributions of
women and of other cultures. The guiding philosophy behind the
curriculum is that music is a humanistic art that enriches lives and
amplifies history.

The program offers to its majors a balanced approach to the
study of the history, theory and performance of music, and it ends
with a capstone senior seminar Music majors and minors general-
ly pursue a course of study that emphasizes one of the primary
areas within the discipline. The program prepares its majors suffi-
ciently to enter graduate programs should they wish to do so.
The student body in general can choose from a variety of courses
in history/appreciation, theory, applied music and ensemble per-
formance. Some of the academic courses have language across the
curriculum components or are cross-listed with other depart-
ments.

Presser Hall, which houses the Department of Music, has
ample space for classrooms, studios and ofhces, rehearsal and per-
formance halls, listening and computer labs and practice rooms.

The department makes available to students a variety of musi-
cal instruments, including Steinway grand pianos, a German dou-
ble harpsichord (Wolf Instruments), organs (Austin, Brombaugh
and Schlicker), and some orchestral and percussion instruments.

Students have many opportunities on campus to attend per-
formances and lectures by leading musicians, composers and
scholars. They also have access to a wide choice of concerts and
other musical events in metro Atlanta.

Requirements for the Major:

Students may elect to emphasize theory, history or performance within
their major. The required courses for all students include the following:

Theory: in, 211, 212

History: 106, ^80 and two courses selected from 219, 303, 30^ or 305

Students who choose performance as their emphasis must elect 499
(senior recital). Students who choose to emphasize history or theory in
their major must elect at least one additional course in the chosen dis-
cipline at the 300-level or above. Students may elect more than one
emphasis (e.g. performance and theory, theory and history, etc.) as long
as they can satisfy the requirements for each.

Performance: A minimum of 6 semester hours in one instrument or
voice and a maximum of 18 semester hours in applied music. A mini-
mum of 9 semester hours in one applied area including 499 if the stu-
dent elects performance as her emphasis.

Students in voice must satisfy piano proficiency requirments prior to
graduation or prior to student teaching (see music student hand-book).

Ensemble Experience: A minimum of two years in an approved College
ensemble. Students normally satisfy this requirement in the major
ensemble related to the student's applied music area during the last
four semesters in which they are enrolled for dasswork on campus.
Students begin this four-semester sequence in their sophomore year if
anticipating student teaching during the spring semester of their senior
year or studying abroad during their junior year.

The minimum number of hours required of a music major at Agnes
Scott College is 41 for those who elect performance as their emphasis
and 42 for those who elect history or theory as their emphasis.

Requirements for the Minor:

A minimum of 20 hours in the department including Music 106 and 111.

A minor program may have an emphasis in performance, theory or his-
tory, but its specific design must be created with the guidance and
approval of a full-time member of the department.

Minors may apply a maximum of 14 hours of credit in applied music
toward graduation.

Music Appreciation

I06f3 INTRODUCTION TO THE ART OF MUSIC! 4

Basic concepts and terminology appropriate to various kinds of music.
The relationship of music to society and the other arts.

204s HISTORY OF JAZZ 4

A study of the personalities and styles that define American jazz and an
examination of the socio-economic conditions that both fostered and
nurtured it.
Not offered 2001-02

205f AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC 4

A chronological study of American popular music in the eighteenth,
nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Works examined in terms of musi-
cal and textual content and in the light of their sociological contexts.

206s MUSICAL THEATRE AND FILM MUSIC 4

The structure, content and music/lyrics of the musical comedy and
musical play genres. Conventions, stock characters and formulas of the
musical theatre are examined. A portion of the course deals with the
use of music in non-musical films. A rudimentary knowledge of musical
terminology is desired but not required.
Not offered 2001-02

207s HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN MUSICAL THEATRE 4

The history of the American musical theatre from the eighteenth centu-
ry through the present, using readings, lectures and class discussions.
A significant portion of the class will be the listening component.
Women's roles will be emphasized and studied whenever possible.
Not offered 2001-02

Theory and History of Music

io8f FOUNDATIONS OF MUSIC 4

Designed for students with little or no knowledge of music theory, the
course teaches the elements of music in sufficient depth to enable the
student to read music and compose song forms.
Not open to students who have had 111
Ills MUSIC THEORY I 4

Functional tonality and part-writing. Assumes prior knowledge of triads
and key signatures.
Prerequisite: 108 or permission as determined by examination

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208s (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 208)

HISTORY OF SACRED MUSIC 4

Development of liturgy and worship practices and especially of the role

of music in Jewish and Christian worship.

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
2iif MUSIC THEORY II 4

Continuation of 111 with emphasis on functional tonality and chromatic

harmony.

3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 111
212s MUSIC THEORY III 4

Continuation of 211 with emphasis on functional tonality and classical

forms.

3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: 211
217s SYNTHESIZER I 1

A study of the properties and potentials of synthesizers and their ancil-
lary software.

Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
219f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 219)

WOMEN IN WORLD MUSIC 4

An historical and sociological overview of the various roles women

have played in music in cultures around the world as composers, per-
formers, teachers, entertainers and patrons, etc., from antiquity to the

present day, with emphasis on non-Western traditions.

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
220f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 220)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL
TRADITIONS 4

A historical survey of women composers, performers, teachers and

support personnel from Hildegard von Bingen to such contemporaries

as Laurie Anderson, Sofia Gubaidulina, Bestyjolas, Joan La Barbara,

Tania Leon, Thea Musgrave, Pauline Oliveros, Joan Tower, and Ellen

Zwilich, including a study of the forces that shaped their lives and

styles of composition.

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
220Lf (WOMEN'S STUDIES 220L) (GERMAN 320L)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL
TRADITIONS, GERMAN COMPONENT 1

See German 320L for description.

Not offered 2001-02
22lLf (WOMEN'S STUDIES 22iL) (FRENCH 221L)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL
TRADITIONS, FRENCH COMPONENT 1

See French 221L for description.

Offered 2001-02
303f MUSIC BEFORE 1750 4

A chronological study of Western art music from the Greek civilization

through Baroque era.

Prerequisite: 111
304s MUSIC OF THE CLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC

PERIODS 4

A chronological study of Western art music from the late eighteenth,

nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Prerequisite: 111 or permission of the instructor
305f TWENTIETH-CENTURY MUSIC 4

The characteristics and tendencies of music since 1900. Outstanding

composers and significant works are studied.

Prerequisite: m or permission of the instructor
308s (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 308)

SACRED MUSIC OF WORLD RELIGIONS 4

A study of sacred music, the genres, the participants, and the doctrinal

and cultural contexts of religions outside the Judeo-Christian traditions.

including Islam (including Sufism), Hinduism, Buddhism, Shintoism,

and the traditional religions of Native Americans, Africans (including

American descendants), Australian Aborigines and other animist and

ancestor-related religious groups.
3iif ORCHESTRATION 4

A course to develop skills in the writing, reading and analysis of

orchestral scores. Emphasis is placed on writing.

Prerequisite: 212 or 111 and permission of the instructor

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
3i2f FORM AND ANALYSIS 4

A detailed examination of formal controls as revealed in selected con-
trapuntal and homophonic works of music.

Prerequisite: 212

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
313s TECHNIQUES OF COMPOSITION 4

Not offered 2001-02
4l0f4 SENIOR STUDY IN MUSIC THEORY OR HISTORY 2-4

Specialized study for majors to meet the needs of the individual stu-
dents.
480s SENIOR SEMINAR 4

Specialized areas of music designed to meet the needs of students in

the seminar.

Open to senior music majors only
490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the department.

Applied Music

For the 2001-2002 academic year, the applied music fee for
full-time students is $29 per contact hour of instruction. The
applied music fee for 1 50, 1 70, 1 80 and 1 90 is $ 1 5 per hour of
instruction, provided there are at least two students studying with
the same professor. Part-time students are billed the hourly tuition
rate for applied music Depending on funding available, there is
no fee for music majors or minors for instruction on their primap,'
instrument if they also participate actively in an approved campus
ensemble.

Credit is awarded for applied music offered by the College as
follows: One credit hour for each hour of instruction. Two hours
of credit for an optional junior recital (399) and four hours of
credit for a senior recital (499) Student may register for half-hour
lessons for one-half of the credit and one-half the fee. however,
this option is not available for group instruction or for 399 or
499. Students who do not major or minor in music may apply a
maximum of 14 credit hours toward graduation

Applied music lessons do not satisf>' the Distributional
Standard in line arts The prerequisite for applied music is written
permission of the deparment chair

The college offers beginning level instruction in the following
courses.

i50Af3 CLASS PIANO I 1

Class instruction on piano for students who are beginners on the
instrument. Students are taught in a piano laboratory and those who
complete 150A will normally proceed into 150B unless the instnjctor
believes the student's skills are developed sufficiently to wan-ant her
being placed in 151 for individual lessons.

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i50Bf,s CLASS PIANO II i

Class instruction for students who may liave Inad some training on tine
instrument but whose skills are undeveloped and in need of review.
Laboratory instruction for them begins at this level. Students from 150A
also elect 150B unless exempted by the instructor. Students with ade-
quate training begin individual lessons in 151.

l50Cf^ CLASS PIANO III 1

Development of skills necessary to demonstrate piano proficiency
competencies required by singers.

i50Df^ CLASS PIANO IV 1

Continuation of 150C. Completion of all piano proficiency requirements
of singers, including repertoire requirements.

l70Af3 CLASS GUITAR I 1

Beginning instruction for students with no previous experience with
playing the guitar. Introduction to guitar tablature and exposure to eas-
ier repertoire including classical, folk and popular material.

i70Bf3 CLASS GUITAR II 1

Continuation of 170A for advanced beginners.

i8oAf3 CLASS VOICE I 1

Development of elementary singing skills, including fundamentals of
vocal technique, diction and pedagogy. Develops self-confidence for
small ensemble and solo singing. Repertoire includes popular, musical
theatre, classical and traditional musics. This course is a prerequisite
for further applied voice study.

i8oBf3 CLASS VOICE II 1

Continuation of 180A for advanced beginners.

Nonmajors may apply a maximum of fourteen credit hours for applied
music toward graduation.

Courses in applied music are numbered as follows;

Accompanying: 153, 154; 253, 254; 353, 354; 453, 454

Harpsichord: 141, 142; 241, 242; 341, 342; 441, 442

Improvisation: 156, 157; 256, 257; 356, 357; 456, 457

Piano: i5oA,i5oB (for beginners), 150C, 150D (for proficiency) 151, 152;
251, 252:351, 352; 451, 452

Organ: 161, 162; 261, 262; 361, 362; 461, 462

Percussion: 193, 194; 293, 294; 393, 394; 493, 494

Strings: 170A, 170B (for beginners), 171, 172; 271, 272; 371, 372; 471,
472

Voice: 180A , i8oB(for beginners), 181, 182; 281, 282; 381, 382; 481,
482

Winds: 190A, 190B (for beginners), 191, 192; 291, 292; 391, 392; 491,
492

399 Ounior Recital) - 2 hours of credit

499 (Senior Recital) - 4 hours of credit

Ensembles

Many opporunities exist for participation in musical ensembles
for students, staff and faculty. The ensembles that require an audi-
tion for membership include Collegiate Chorale, Chamber Choir
and Agnes Scott Community Orchestra. Those that do not
require an audition include Joyful Noise (gospel choir), Jazz
Ensemble, Chamber Ensemble and Musical Theatre Workshop.

Students may receive a maximum of 8 semester hours of credit for par-
ticipation in ensembles. The ensembles offer one hour of credit and are
numbered as follows:

Vocal ensemble: 131, 132, 231, 232, 331, 332, 431, 432

Instrumental ensemble: 133, 134, 233, 234, 333, 334, 433, 434

Prerequisite: Written permission of the ensemble director for those
ensembles that require an audition.

Ensembk conrsfs do not satisjy the distributional stattdard in fine arts.

Philosophy

Faculty

David R Behan, professor
Richard D. Parry, Fuller E. Callaway Professor
Elizabeth Hackett, assistant professor
Martino Traxler, visiting assistant professor

The program offers two different but complementary approaches
to philosophy: the systematic approach, through courses that deal
with specific problems (e.g., 104, 1 15, 130) and the historical
approach, through courses in history of philosophy (e.g., 206,
209, 210). Students interested in philosophy should seek the
advice of the members of the department concerning particular
courses.

The requirements for the major in philosophy embody tNvo
goals. Tlie first is that the student learn, through close work with
primary sources, the ideas of the major philosophers. The second
is that the student develop and practice techniques of cntical
analysis and constructive reasoning.

In fulfilling the requirements, the philosophy major gains a
thorough grounding in the key areas of the discipline and also
develops critical and creative philosophical skills.

Philosophy majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad
through a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global Connections
program or any other study-abroad program approved by the
College.

Requirements for the Major:

Students considering a major in philosophy should try to complete 103,
206 and 209 before the end of sophomore year.

Logic: 103 or 220

History of Philosophy: 206, 209, 210

Value Theory: 104, 106, 108, 130 or 240

Metaphysics and Epistemology: three courses numbered 300 or higher,

excluding 315

333 may satisfy any one requirement group as indicated in the topic

description.

Religious Studies 345 counts toward the major.

The minimum numberof courses required for a philosophy major is 10.

Requirements for the Minor:

Logic: 103 or 220

History of Philosophy: 206, 209, 210

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Value Theory: lo^, 106. 108, 130 or 240

Metaphysics and Epistemology: two courses numbered 300 or higher,
excluding 315

333 may satisfy any one requirement group as indicated in the topic
description.

Religious Studies 345 counts toward the minor.

The minimum number of courses for a philosophy minor is seven.

103s INTRODUaiON TO LOGIC 4

An introduction both to the rudiments of critical thinking, with empha-
sis on analysis of ordinary discourse into formal symbolism, and to the
properties of formal systems.

I04f ETHICS 4

A study of major ethical theories from ancient Greece to the present,
introduced by consideration of a contemporary moral issue, such as
euthanasia, abortion, war or world hunger.

lo6f MEDICAL ETHICS 4

Recent moral issues in medicine, such as euthanasia, abortion, experi-
mentation on human and other animal subjects, justice in providing
health care and in the allocation of scarce resources.

108s ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS 4

Moral issues arising from the relation of humans to the environment,
including valuing natural entities, population growth, economic devel-
opment, pollution and climate change.

115s MIND, SELFAND PERSONAL IDENTITY 4

An introduction to philosophical theories of the nature of the mind,
bundle and substance theories of the self and the philosophical basis
of personal identity.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

I30f LAW, MORALITY AND THE STATE 4

The major figures in political and legal philosophy from Plato to Marx.

206f HISTORY OF ANCIENT PHILOSOPHY 4

The thought of major figures in Western philosophy from the pre-
Socratic era to the Hellenistic age.

209s SEVENTEENTH- AND EIGHTEENTH-CENTURY

PHILOSOPHY 4

The historical development of philosophic thought in the seventeenth
and eighteenth centuries. Readings in Descartes, Locke, Berkeley and
Hume.

210s KANrS CRITICAL PHILOSOPHY 4

Kant's Critique of Pure Reason.
Prerequisite: 209
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

220f SYMBOLIC LOGIC 4

The language and rules of derivation for sentential and predicate logic.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

225s FAITH AND REASON IN THE MIDDLE AGES 4

Major themes from medieval philosophy considered from several reli-
gious traditions.

230f PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE 4

An introduction to basic issues in the philosophy of science: induction,
lawlikeness, realism and instrumentalism, confirmation and explana-
tion.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

24of INTERNATIONAL MORAL PROBLEMS 4

Consideration of moral questions requiring internationally coordinated
activity, such as promoting world peace, avoiding genocide and ethnic
cleansing, dealing with climate changes from global warming and
respecting the rights to national self-determination and
automony

310s EPISTEMOLOGY 4

A critical study of major issues in contemporary epistemology.

Prerequisite: 209 or permission of the instructor

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
3l5f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 340)

CONTEMPORARY FEMINIST THEORY 4

See Women's Studies 340 for description.
3i8f ADVANCED ETHICS 4

Advanced critical study of moral philosophy, both normative and me

ta-ethical.

Prerequisite: one course in value theory and any 200-level course in

philosophy
320s PLATO 4

Intensive study of selected dialogues.

Prerequisite: 206 or 104

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
325s METAPHYSICS 4

A critical survey of philosophical theories about the fundamental

nature of reality

Prerequisite: 206 and 209 or permission of the instructor

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
326s DESCARTES 4

Descartes' major philosophic works in the context of his natural

science.

Prerequisite: 209

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
333f TOPICS IN PHILOSOPHY 4

Prerequisite: Any two courses in philosophy and permission of the

instructor

Topic for Fall 2001: Aristotle
34if CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN LANGUAGE

PHILOSOPHY 4

Consideration of issues such as realism and the autonomy of lan-
guage, raised by contemporary thinkers, such as Wittgenstein. Kripke.

Rorty and Putnam.

Prerequisite: 209

Offered 2002-03 a"d alternate years
344 (WOMEN'S STUDIES 344)

FEMINIST EPISTEMOLOGY 4

Explores how gender influences the construction and understanding of

knowledge. Likely topics include: feminist empiricism, standpoint theo-
ry, postmodernism, how beliefs about knowledge influence empirical

research, the meaning of and proffered justifications for such claims as

reason and objectivity being "masculine."

Prerequisite: one philosophy course

Not offered 2001-01
4iof,s SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised intensive study in fields or periods of philosophy.
490f4 INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the department.

Physical Education & Athletics

Faculty

A. Page Rctnillard, dirrcloro/alh/flics, islrwclor

Laura LcDuc, htud soccrr coach, rnslniclor, dssrsliinl dirtclor of

Miiia

Billic Good head athletic traintr, mstructor

Laura Vanderbeck. btad haslatbaU coach, s/Kjrfs injormation Jinctor,

instructor

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Agnes Scott College recognizes that physical activity is an essen-
tial component of the total growth and education of women.
Physical education is required of all students in the academic pro-
gram, not only for physical well being, but to develop lifetime
activities for health fitness and recreation.

Two semester courses of physical education are required for
graduation. These are in addition to the 128 academic hours
required.

Although courses taken to fulfill the two-semester requirement
may be selected from any area, it is strongly recommended that
students take at least one course from the area of lifetime activi-
ties. Dance courses at the 100 level may count toward the
requirement in physical education. Credit received in satisfying
physical education requirements cannot be applied to the dance
minor. Credit received toward the dance minor cannot be applied
to the physical education requirement.

The Robert W. Woodruff Physical Activities Building provides
quality facilities for classes, NCAA intercollegiate sports, club
sports, intra-murals and recreation activities. The facilities include
a basketball court, volleyball courts,- an eight-lane, 25-meter
swimming pool,- a sports medicine center,- a cardiovascular/
strength training room,- an all-weather six-lane track and soccer
field; and six competition tennis courts.

Fitness and Health Assessment

I0if3 CURRENT ISSUES IN WOMEN'S HEALTH
AND WELLNESS

Examines an array of current liealth and wellness issues that affect
women in today's society. Students learn to analyze and assess infor-
mation so that they can be empowered to make healthy lifestyle choii
es from a critical perspective.

I02f3 STRENGHTH TRAINING

Fitness through use of weight training.

I03f FITNESS SWIMMING

Fitness through lap swimming and interval workouts.
Prerequisite: Intermediate level swimming strokes

I04f3 LIFETIME FITNESS

First two weeks in each semester will focus on each student's personal
fitness assessment (body mass index, body fat, Harvard Step Test, et
Following personal assessment, each participant will be exposed to
multiple "cross-training" aerobic activities such as: jogging, step aero
bics, swimming, weight training, cycling (indoor and outdoor).

I05f^ HYDROBICS

Fitness through vigorous water exercises.

106M JOGGING FOR FITNESS

Fitness through individualized running programs.
Not offered 2001-02

I07f,s POWER WALKING

Fitness through power walking. Emphasis on techniques and aerobic
endurance, flexibility, strength, speed, agility and nutrition.

I09f^ STEP AEROBICS

Fitness achieved through continuous movement using levels to vary
intensity, resistance and speed.

Lifetime Activities

110 BADMINTON 1

To learn and develop basic fundamental skills, rules and offensive

and defensive strategies in association with badminton.

Not offered 2001-02
111 RACQUETBALL 1

Skills, etiquette, safety and injury prevention of racquetball.

Not offered 2001-02
ll2f^ FENCING 1

Foil fencing for the individual with little or no experience. Skills, tech-
niques and bouting covered.
115s GOLF 1

Basic skills covered. Rules and golf etiquette are included. Several

trips made to the driving range and golf course, (fee required)
ii7f^ RIDING I 1

Beginning riding; dressage seat geared toward combined training.

Taught off-campus, (fee required)
llSf^ RIDING II 1

Intermediate Riding. Continuation Of Riding I. Taught Off-Campu5.(fee

required)

Prerequisite: Riding I or permission of the instructor
ll9f3 RIDING III 1

Advanced riding. Students perform basic dressage on difficult horses.

Includes possibilities for jumping. Taught off-campus, (fee required)

Prerequisite: Riding II or permission of the instructor
l20f SWIMMING 1

Swimming for the beginner and intermediate. Five basic strokes

overed.
I23f^ TENNIS 1

Tennis for the individual with little or no prior experience. Forehand,

backhand drives and the serve with game procedures and rules

covered.

Not offered 2001-02
l24f SOCCER 1

Basic skills, rules and strategies of soccer.
125 VOLLEYBALL 1

Basic skills, rules and offensive and defensive strategies associated

with volleyball.

Not offered 2001-02
210 INTERMEDIATE RACQUETBALL 1

Emphasis on advanced shot techniques and offensive and defensive

strategies, while demonstrating a thorough knowledge of rules and

terminology of racquetball.

Prerequisite: 111

Not offered 2001-02
211s INTERMEDIATE GOLF 1

Continuation of beginning golf with emphasis on advanced

stroke techniques.

Prerequisite: 115

Not offered 2001-02
213 INTERMEDIATE TENNIS 1

Building on beginning skills while developing advanced shot tech-
niques and strategy of both singles and doubles.

Prerequisite: 123

Not offered 2001-02

Team Sports

li3f INTRODUCTION TO TEAM SPORTS 1

First two weeks in each semester will focus on personal fitness assess-
ment (body mass index, body fat, Harvard Step Test, etc). Following the
fitness assessment, each student will be introduced to the following
activities: soccer, Softball, flag football, volleyball, basketball and field
hockey
132s SOFTBALL 1

Basic skills covered, including team play and rules.
Not offered 2001-02

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Specialized Activities

142s LIFEGUARD TRAINING 1

Red Cross certified lifeguard training course.

Prerequisite: Advanced level swimming; ability to swim 500 yards; cur-
rent first aid and CPR certificates required no later tfian ten days after
tfie completion of the course to receive certification, (fee required)

143 RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES 1

Enables students to recognize when an emergency has occurred, fol-
low an emergency action plan for any emergency and provide care for
injuries or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives, (fee
required)
Not offered 2001-02

I45f^ SELF DEFENSE 1

Emphasis on awareness or warning signs which may prevent an
assault from taking place. Basic attacks and counter-attacks will be
addressed also.

146 SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING 1
Basic synchronized swimming strokes and figures are covered.
Students perform a routine at the end of the semester.
Prerequisite: Advanced level swimming strokes

Not offered 2001-02

147 WATER SAFETY INSTRUaORS 1
Red Cross water safety instructor course. Students perfect swimming
skills, learn techniques of teaching all levels of swimming, (fee
required)

Prerequisite: Introduction to Health Services Education course taught
at Red Cross service centers (4 hours); advanced lifesaving; permission
of the instructor; screening test is given.
Not offered 2001-02
2455 SELF DEFENSE II 1

Self Defense II provides students with the opportunity to build upon
the foundation of self defense options, both verbal and physical, that
they have learned in Self Defense I.
Prerequisite: 145
Not offered 2001-02

Varsity Intercollegiate and Club Sports

Varsity student-athletes approved club sport and Studio Dance
Theatre participants may receive a maximum of two physical edu-
cation credits for participating on two or more varsity athletic
teams, approved club sports or Studio Dance Theatre. For club
sport activities, the chair of physical education must approve par-
ticipation for credit prior to initial engagement in the activity.
Team selections for competitive play are made each pre-season by
the head coach and her/his assistants.

200s VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM

Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
202f VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY

Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
203 SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING CLUB

Prerequisite: selection by tryout and permission of the instructor
205f VARSITY SOCCER TEAM

Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
206s VARSITY SWIMMING TEAM

Advanced competitive swimming including home and away varsity

competitions.

Prerequisite: permission of instructor

207s VARSITV TENNIS TEAM 1

Prerequisite: team selection by tryout and permission of the

instructor
209f VARSITY VOLLEYBALL TEAM 1

Prerequisite: permission of the instructor
212s VARSITY SOFTBALL TEAM 1

Prerequisite: permission of the instructor

Physics & Astronomy

Faculty

Arthur L. BowHng, Jr., associate projtssor
Christopher G. De Pree, assistant projasor
Amy J. Lovell, assistant professor

Physics and astronomy are attempts to understand and predict
natural phenomena, using a few conceptual models tested by
experiment and observation Through concentration in physics or
astrophysics, students acquire a general, flexible foundation for
graduate study or for professional work in physics, astronomy or
engineering.

For students majoring in other disciplines, the problem-solving
and critical-thmkmg skills developed in physics and astronomy
courses are valuable in a wide range of fields, from architecture to
law.

Students interested in both physics and mathematics are invit-
ed to major in mathematics-physics or astrophysics.

Astronomy courses incorporate the use of modern observing
and image processing equipment in the College's Bradley
Observatory, located on the campus. In addition, students make
observations using national facilities, such as the Very Large Array
(VLA) in Socorro, New Mexico.

Requirements for the Majors:

Requirements for a major in Physics:

Courses required in the discipline:

Physics 110, 111, 210, 211, 242. 243, 310, 312, 321, 331, 341, 361

Courses required outside the discipline:
IVIathematics 220

Requirements for a major in Astrophysics:

Courses required in the discipline:
Astronomy 120, 121, 300. 301. 400

Physics 110, 111, 210, 211, either 310 or 312

Two additional 300-level Physics courses as approved by the depart-
ment

Courses required outside the discipline:
IWathematics 220

The minimum number of hours required for the Astrophysics major is
46 hours in physics and astronomy plus 4 hours of mathematics.

Requirements for the Minors:
Requirements for a minor in physics:

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Physics 110, 111, 210, 211, and 8 additional hours as approved by the
department

Requirements for a minor in astropliysics:

Astronomy 120 and 121, and one additional astronomy or physics
course as approved by the department
Physics 110, 111, 210

Physics

l02f ELEMENTS OF PHYSICS I 4

Quantitative discussion of physical phenomena, illustrated by labora-
tory experiments. Knowledge of algebra and trigonometry is essen-
tial. This course does not count toward a concentrate in physics or
astrophysics. Students planning to major or minor in physics or astro-
physics should take Physics 110-111. Physics 102 will fulfill the labora-
tory science distributional standard.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

103s ELEMENTS OF PHYSICS II 4

Continuation of Physics 102.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 102

liof INTRODUaiON TO MECHANICS AND

ELEaRICITV 4

Motion, gravitation and electrical phenomena. Calculus is used.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

Prerequisite: Mathematics 119, AP Calculus or permission of the
instructor

HIS INTRODUaiON TO MAGNETISM, HEAT,

SOUND AND LIGHT 4

Elements of magnetism, thermodynamics and the physics of wave phe-
nomena. Calculus is used.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 110

2l0f MODERN PHYSICS 4

One-semester introduction to the fundamentals of optics and modern
physics with integrated modern physics laboratory. Many examples
and applications drawn from astronomy. Topics include: relativity, wave
phenomena, quantum mechanics, nuclear and particle physics. Course
provides a broad base of understanding of modern physics for use in
upper-level astronomy and physics courses.
(Physics 210, 211 alternate with Astronomy 300, 301)
Prerequisite: 111
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

211s SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING 4

Lab-based course introducing computation and numerical analysis as
used in the sciences. Introduction to the fundamentals of the Unix
operating system and applications. Computer resources for scientists
on the Internet. Students will use existing programs as well as writing
their own. Semester projects will be built around areas of interest of
enrolled students.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 150 or permission of the instructor; 111.
(Physics 210, 211 alternate with Astronomy 300, 301)
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

242f ANALOG ELEQRONICS 2

DC and AC circuits, semiconductor devices, operational amplifiers,
power supplies.
1 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 111
243s DIGITAL ELECTRONICS 2

Number systems. Logic gates and theorems, memories, introduction to
microprocessors.

1 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 242
3lof METHODS OF THEORETICAL PHYSICS I 4

Mathematical methods appropriate to classical mechanics and quan-
tum mechanics, with examples and illustrations chosen from both
areas.

Prerequisite: 111
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

3i2f METHODS OF THEORETICAL PHYSICS II 4

Mathematical methods appropriate to electromagnetic theory and
thermal physics, with examples and illustrations chosen from those
areas.

Prerequisite: 111
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

321s CLASSICAL MECHANICS 4

New/ton's system for describing and predicting motion, the formula-
tions of Lagrange and Hamilton, central forces, oscillations, chaos,
rigid bodies, accelerated reference frames, relativity, continua and
waves.

Prerequisite: 310
Offered 2002-03 a"d alternate years

331s THERMAL PHYSICS 4

Equilibrium thermodynamics, statistical methods, quantum methods in
thermal physics, discussion of thermal phenomena such as phase tran-
sitions, superconductivity, superfluidity, magnetism and applications in
chemistry and engineering.
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
Prerequisite: 312

341s ELECTROMAGNETISM 4

Maxwell's equations applied to static and to dynamic situations, pro-
duction and propagation of electromagnetic radiation; optics and
lasers.

Prerequisite: 312
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

361s QUANTUM PHYSICS 4

Spin and matrix mechanics. Dirac notation. Schroedinger's equation
applied to one-dimensional situations, and then to atomic, nuclear and
molecular phenomena. Systems of identical particles.
Prerequisite: 210, 310
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

4lof,s SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised study in specific areas of physics.

490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supevision of a member of
the department.

Astronomy

l20f THE SOLAR SYSTEM 4

A survey of the solar system, including the planets, minor bodies, and
the Sun. An overview of orbital motion, the properties of light and fun-
damentals of astronomical instrumentation. Includes a laboratory com-
ponent in which students learn introductory observational methods,
including telescope alignment and calibration and visual and photo-
graphic observations of the Sun, the Moon, planets and stars.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
121s GALAXIES AND COSMOLOGY 4

A survey of the universe beyond our solar system. Fundamental tech-
niques and discoveries in galactic and extragalactic astronomy. Topics
include: stellar evolution, structure of the Milky Way, large scale struc-
ture and cosmology. Includes a laboratory component in which stu-
dents learn intermediate observational methods of astronomy. Use of
computer-controlled telescopes, photographic and electronic (CCD)
imaging and photometry.

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104

3 LAB. 1 LEC
Prerequisite: 120
150s TOPICS IN PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY 4

A semester study of a topic chosen from such areas as planetary
astronomy, the search for life in the universe, astrobiology, elementary
particles, cosmology, energy and the environment. Possibility for inter-
disciplinary topics and informal astronomical observations.
Satisfies second science requirement
Topic for 2001-02: Unseen Matter
May be repeated for credit wihen topics change
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

30of ASTROPHYSICS I: RADIATION 4

The application of physics to the study of astronomical radiation.
Topics include multiwavelength astronomical telescopes and instru-
ments, stellar and planetary radiation transfer, stellar evolution, the
interstellar medium the intergalactic medium and magnetic fields.
Prerequisite: Astronomy 121 or placement exam
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Physics 110; Mathematics 118
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

301s ASTROPHYSICS II: DYNAMICS 4

The application of physics to the sudy of astronomical structures and
motions. Topics include dynamics from planetary to galactic scales, dis-
tance determination, galaxy evolution, mass distributions, large-scale
structure and cosmology.
Prerequisite: Astronomy 300
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Physics 111
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

3iof SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING 4

Lab-based course. Computation and numerical analysis in the sci-
ences. Students will use existing code as well as build their own.
Semester projects will be built around areas of interest of enrolled stu-
dents.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 150 or equivalent programming experience;
Physics 111
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

400f ADVANCED SEMINAR 2

A capstone experience for astrophysics majors. May also be taken by
physics majors. Topics will include use of on-line and other research
resources, research methods and the ethics of scientific research.
Students in the class will report regularly on their senior research
experiences, or (if they are not actively engaged in a research project)
will report on recent advances as reported in the scientific literature.
Class will meet weekly for 2 hours.

Prerequisite: Enrollment limited to juniors and seniors, by permission
of instructor

4iof^ SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised study in various specific areas of -astronomy.

490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research is arranged under the supervision of a member
of the department.

Political Science, Sociology &
Anthropology

Political Science

Faculty

Augustus B. Cochran III, professor
Catherine V Scott, professor

Juan A Allende, associate professor
Feng Xu, assislant professor

Through the discipline of political science, students learn to think
systematically about and evaluate critically our political life. From
artistic freedom to unemployment, from abortion to the environ-
ment, there are few contemporary issues that do not involve a sig-
nificant political dimension.

The program offers courses in the subfields of political science:
world politics, political theory, comparative and US politics.
Classes are generally small and rely on a combination of discus-
sion and lecture.

Because political knowledge is so closely related to other disci-
plines, It is recommended that majors choose electives from many
areas but especially from history, philosophy and the social sci-
ences.

Political science majors are encouraged to supplement their
academic studies by participation in programs like PLEN and
other similar internships Political science majors also are encour-
aged to enroll in the Washington Semester Program and to study
politics off campus, as well as to study abroad through a faculty-
led Global Awareness or Global Connections program or any
other study abroad program approved by the College.

Requirements for the Major:

A minimum of 8 courses and a maximum of 13:

102 or 103 or 105. 301 and 499

2 additional 300-level courses

1 400-level seminar in addition to 499

Requirements for the Minor:

To minor in political science, a student must take at least 5 courses. 3 of

which must be chosen from the 300 level. Three of these courses must

be taken at Agnes Scott.

I02f AMERICAN POLITICS IN GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE 4

American political institutions and issues, including the Supreme
Court, Congress, the presidency, parties, elections, interest groups and
contemporary political ideologies viewed from comparative and global
perspectives.

I03f INTRODUCTION TO WORLD POLITICS 4

Examines issues in international conflict and global political economy,
as well as the forces transforming the nation-state and the state sys-
tem in an era of globalization, and the actors newly impressing them-
selves on global politics, such as human rights, environmental and
feminist movements. Different approaches to world politics are also
examined.

105s COMPARATIVE POLITICS 4

Comparative study of contemporary politics and political systems.
Country studies used to examine broader issues such as the changing
welfare state, democratization and development and specific topics
such as elections, party dynamics and policy making. Stresses the
interactive nature of global and domestic processes.

203s CONSTITUTIONAL LAW 4

Examination of the rights of individuals in the American constitutional
framework. Includes issues of civil liberties and civil rights for women
and minorities such as due process and equal protection. Emphasis on
legal reasoning and the development of law.

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211S (SOCIOLOGY 214) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 211)

WOMEN IN LATIN AMERICA 4

Women in Latin American history, especially in the twentieth century.

Focuses on women's social, political, economic and cultural struggles

and contributions. Includes discussions of Latin American feminism,

Indian women and women in revolutions, regime transitions and social

movements.

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

211LS (SOCIOLOGY 214L) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 2nL)
(SPANISH 301L)
WOMEN IN LATIN AMERICA,

SPANISH COMPONENT 1

Reading and discussion of texts complementary and parallel to those
used in Political Science 211. Conducted in Spanish.
Corequisite; Political Science 211 (Sociology 214) (Women's Studies
211)
Prerequisite: Spanish 202 or permission of the instructor

270f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 271)

GENDER POLITICS AND CULTURE IN ASIA 4

Understanding contemporary gender issues in Asia in historical con-
text. Focus is on such issues as sexuality, the body, marriage and fami-
ly, women's movements and women and revolutions. Topics are studied
in countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, India, Indonesia and
Iran.

282f U.S. FOREIGN POLICY SINCE 1945 4

Includes the political history of various post-World War II conflicts,
especially the Vietnam War. Uses the pre-and post-Cold War eras to
illuminate the changing nature of U.S. foreign policy with regard to the
definition of threats and the use of force. Traces the evolution of for-
eign policy making within and between Congress and the President.

30if APPROACHES TO THE STUDY OF POLITICS 4

An examination of the evolving identity of American political science,
the major approaches used in the study of politics and the ways in
which political science research is developed and written. Required of
all political science majors. Should be taken in the sophomore or jun-
ior year.

Prerequisite: one 100-level course; open to political science majors
only

308s (AFRICANA STUDIES 308)

SOUTHERN POLITICS, CIVIL RIGHTS AND THE
TRANSFORMATION OF AMERICAN POLITICS 4

Analysis of the role played by race in American politics through the
study of the evolution of Southern politics, the struggle for civil rights
and the impact of these developments on national politics.
Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

311s LATINO/A POLITICS 4

Overview of the experience of Latinos/as in the United States.
Examines the cultural background, demographics, economic struggles
and political strategies of this fast growing minority group. Discusses
issues important for Latinos/as, such as immigration, education, eco-
nomic opportunities and bilingualism and looks at public policies
affecting them.

Prerequisite: one lOO-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

313f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 313)

GENDER POLITICS 4

Analysis of feminist theories about women's political participation in
public life, as well as the use of gender as a category of analysis for
exploring what constitutes the political. Discusses empirical as well as
theoretical issues surrounding topics such as citizenship, representa-
tion and difference. Engages the literature on masculinity.
Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

320f LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS 4

Politics in contemporary Latin America with special emphasis on politi-
cal participation, economic development, military rule, liberal democra-
cy, revolution and human rights. Topics are discussed from a compara-
tive politics perspective in several countries/regions such as Chile,
Peru, Venezuela and Central America.
Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor

322s THEORIES OF DEVELOPMENT AND

ANTI-DEVELOPMENT 4

Overview of development theory, including the modernization para-
digm. Also examines criticisms of development theory and practice in
the south (Latin America, Asia and Africa), which call into question
many of the tenets of modernization and work consciously to define
anti-development strategies. Includes examination of postcolonial
social theory as well as environmental, feminist and other social move-
ments in the south.

Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

325f GLOBALIZATION AND SOCIETY IN LATIN AMERICA 4
Examines globalization and its political, economic and social impact on
Latin America. Special attention is given to understanding its effects
on social groups, and on how these groups adapt or resist. Topics are
discussed from a political economy perspective in several
countries/regions, such as Brazil, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

326f APPROACHES TO INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 4

Examines the development of international relations as an academic
field, the major theories used to understand international relations and
the ways research is carried out.
Prerequisite: 103 or permission of the instructor

328s (HISTORY 3Zjo)

UNITED STATES-LATIN AMERICAN RELATIONS 4

Analyzes United States guiding rationales since the Monroe Doctrine
for interaction and intervention in the region and Latin American
responses to United States hegemony. Discusses current issues such
as the war on drugs, immigration, military aid and economic
integration.

Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years.

35if DEMOCRACYAND ITS CRITICS 4

Exploration of various meanings of democracy through the examination
of selected contemporary issues arising in democratic societies.
Critical questions include the nature and potential of deliberation, the
role of the mass media, alternative conceptions of freedom, the role of
voluntary associations and health of civil society, the shrinking public
sphere, the efficacy of participation and the future of democracy in the
global order.

Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

355s SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS 4

Analysis of the history, dynamics and dismantling of apartheid of South
Africa. Examines the major actors and movements involved in the poli-
tics of the transition to a new order, with particular focus on efforts to
address the legacies of apartheid.

Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

360s RIGHTS AT WORK 4

Examination of workplace issues and the laws that govern the employ-
ment relationship. Special attention is given to race and sex discrimi-
nation, harassment and the legal processes for protecting employee
rights.
Prerequisite: one 100-level course or permission of instructor

4iof,s SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised study in a selected field of political science.

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42if THE END OF POLITICS? GLOBALIZATION,

CORPORATIONS AND THE STATE 4

Study of several dimensions of globalization and contending positions
about its impact on states and societies. Particular attention given to
conflicting views about the role of the state and the implications of the
emerging power of markets for democratic politics.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing or permission of instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

429s ISSUES ON GLOBAL MIGRATION 4

Provide Students with the theoretical framework and empirical infor-
mation needed to examine critically the structures conditioning migra-
tion and people's lived experiences of migration. The course will be
divided into the following sections: historical context; labor migration
and development; free trade and migration politics; nation-states, bor-
ders and national identities; and gender and migration.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

442f (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 350)

RELIGION AND POLITICS IN LATIN AMERICA 4

Surveys the role religion plays in politics and civil society Focuses on
Roman Catholicism and Pentecostalism and covers other religions,
also. Special attention is given to Bible interpretation, liberation the-
ologies, popular church movements and church-state relations.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing or permission of instructor
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

442Lf (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 350L)(SPANISH 302L)

RELIGION AND POLITICS IN LATIN AMERICA,
SPANISH COMPONENT 1

See Spanish 302L for description
Not offered 2001-02

444F WARFARE AND HUMAN RIGHTS 4

Analyzes human rights violations of individuals and groups when dead-
ly conflict engulfs political systems. Discusses the evolution of the
concept of human rights and how domestic and international politics
interact to strengthen or undermine them. Assesses the prospects for
international protection of human rights, including humanitarian inter-
vention, war tribunals and efforts to end impunity. Several recent case
studies are examined, such as Chile, East Timor, Guatemala, Rwanda
and former Yugoslavia.

Prerequisite: junior or senior standing or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

454f MARXAND RETHINKING MARXISM 4

Topics include the thought of Karl IMarx and subsequent developments
in socialist theory and practice, the adaptation of neo-Marxism to the
failures of IWarxist revolution, the confrontation of IWarxism with later
radical thought, including feminism and post-modernism and the rele-
vance of Marxism for analyzing contemporary capitalism.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing or permission of instructor
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of
the program.

492s MANIFEST DESTINIES: MYTHS AND MISSIONS

IN U.S. FOREIGN POLICY 4

Seminar that examines the centrality of cultural myths in popular
understandings as well as official legitimations of U.S. foreign policy.
Combines an analysis of mythical categories such as captivity, race war
and heroic masculinity with the study of foreign policy crises and inter-
ventions since the Vietnam era. Cases include the Iranian hostage cri-
sis, the invasion of Grenada and Bosnia.

Prerequisite: any 300-level course in political science; junior or senior
standing
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

499s CRITICAL READINGS ON POLITICS 4

Departmental faculty and senior political science majors discuss
selected texts on politics. Integrates both substantive fields and major
methods of inquiry in the discipline. Required of all senior majors.
Open only to senior majors in political science

Sociology & Anthropology

Faculty

Rosemary Levy Zumwalt, projessor, Vice Pmidoil for Acadmic

Affairs/Dcaii 0} iht College
Brenda A. Hoke, associate professor
Martha Woodson Rees, associate professor
Yvonne D. Newsome, assistant professor

The discipline of sociology focuses on tfie swdy of human
society, including social action and social organizations
Sociologists use theories and scientific research methods to exam-
ine social life in its multitude of settings. They investigate the
interconnections of race, class and gender in the lives of members
of our society.

Anthropologists compare societies and cultures, both the unity
of humankind and the diverse and unique ways different peoples
meet basic human needs. Much of the information anthropolo-
gists have gathered comes from small-scale non-western societies.
TTiis represents an opportunity to step outside familiar experience
and broaden our understanding of what it means to be a human
being.

Students are encouraged to organize an internship of cross-cul-
tural research or living experience and pursue fluency in a foreign
language.

Sociology and anthropology majors are strongly encouraged
to study abroad through a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global
Connections program or any other study-abroad program
approved by the College.

Requirements for the Major in Sociology & Anthropology:

Courses required in the discipline;

Anthropology: 101 or 202

Sociology: 101, 251

Anthropology or Sociology: 290, 391

3 electives: 2 at the 300 level (2 in sociology and 1 in anthropology or 2
in anthropology and 1 in sociology)

Recommended course for the major:

Sociology 206 (Psychology 206)

Requirements for the Minor in Sociology & Anthropology:

Anthropology: 101 or 202

Sociology: lOi, 251

Anthropology or Sociology: 290

4 additional hours in anthropology or sociology

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Sociology

Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101 is the prerequisite for all
other courses in Sociology.

I0lf3 INTRODUaiON TO SOCIOLOGY 4

Current sociological tlieory and research as tiney relate to primary units
of social life, social processes and social institutions. Emphasis on
relating concepts to contemporary American society.
206f,S (PSYCHOLOGY 2o6)

RESEARCH STATISTICS 4

See Psychology 206 for description.
211s (WOMENS STUDIES 212)

MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY 4

The family as a basic social institution. The range of alternative behav-
iors in contemporary family life. Role relationships within the family
and changes in family patterns. Family organization in different social
classes, ethnic groups and Utopian communities.
Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
214s (POLITICAL SCIENCE 211) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 211)

WOMEN IN LATIN AMERICA 4

See Political Science 211 for description.
214LS (POLITICAL SCIENCE 211L) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 211L)

(SPANISH 301L)

WOMEN IN LATIN AMERICA,

SPANISH COMPONENT 1

See Political Science 211L for description.
217f (EDUCATION 217)

SCHOOLS AND SOCIETY 4

Education in cross-cultural perspective. The role of education in the
transmission of values and culture. The conflict between family and
school. The inequality of educational opportunity.
Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101 or Education 210
22if SOCIAL PROBLEMS 4

Examination of alternative ways of defining, measuring and intervening
in social problems.

Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
230s (WOMEN'S STUDIES 231) (AFRICANA STUDIES 230)

RACE, CLASS AND GENDER 4

Survey of the history, basic theories and recent research integrating
these key concepts for modern society Systematic examination of the
effects of these variables on different groups in society.
Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
Offered 2002-03 3"^ alternate years
25if HISTORY OF SOCIAL THEORY 4

Introduction to theory in social science, review of the major theoretical
constructs of the 19th century, application in modern social
science.

Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
290f (ANTHROPOLOGY 290)

FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL RESEARCH 4

Introduction to social research, including developing research ques-
tions, reviewing literature, carrying out field research and data analy-
sis. Involves teamwork. Basic skills include kinship, ethnography, inter-
views and surveys. Topic varies by semester. Offered every fall.
Required for majors.

Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
301s COLLEaiVE BEHAVIOR AND SOCIAL MOVEMENTS 4
Examination of organized efforts at social change through discussion
of traditional and contemporary perspective relative to collective action
and American social movements, such as, but not limited to, civil rights
and feminist movements.

Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
Offered 2003-04 and alternate years

3i9f PRAaiCUM IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES 4

Bridges theory and practice by placing students in agencies or organi-
zations with preparation and supervision. The objective is to expose
the students to interactions with career professionals and connect
practical experience with social theories.

Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101 or permission of the
instructor
Offered 2004-05 and alternate years

325f URBAN LIVES 4

An exploration of social change, particularly the ways societal process-
es and social structures influence human behavior in urban settings.
Issues such as deindustrialization, urban poverty, environmental pollu-
tion and gentrification will be discussed.
Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

341s (CLASSICS 341) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 341)

WIVES, WARRIORS, SLAVES AND CITIZENS 4

See Classics 341 for description.

341LS (CLASSICS 341L) (WOMEN'S STUDIES 341L)
(GREEK 241L/341L) (LATIN 241L/341L)
WIVES, WARRIORS, SLAVES AND CITIZENS,
GREEKAND LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 34iLfor description.

350f CONTEMPORARY THEORY IN SOCIOLOGY 4

Survey of current theories, with a rotating concentration on particular,
current theories and issues.
Prerequisite: 251
Offered every fall, starting in 2003

370s (AFRICANA STUDIES 370)

AFRICAN-AMERICAN IMAGES IN
POPULAR CULTURE 4

Emphasis given to the influence of race on U.S. culture and the inter-
play of race and culture with politics.
Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101

391s (ANTHROPOLOGY 391)

SPECIAL AREAS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE INQUIRY 4

Topics vary by semester, according to professor teaching the course.
Each student will design and carry out a research project. Required for
majors.
Prerequisite: Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101

4lof,s SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised intensive study in a special field of sociology.

482f SOCIOLOGY SEMINAR 4

An exploration of important sociological research topics. Topics include
issues related to the intersection of race, class and gender. Open only
to junior and senior sociology-anthropology majors or by permission of
the instructor.
Not offered 2001-02

490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of
the program.

Anthropology

101s CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY 4

Overview of cultural universals and cultural diversity, using compara-
tive analysis of African, American, Asian and other cultures.
Examination of the impact of contact between cultures and the contem-
porary condition of indigenous peoples, using case studies (ethnogra-
phies), ethnographic film and class activities.

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202f HUIV\AN ORIGINS 4

Overview of evidence of the biological, social and ecological bases of
human behavior, from East African fossils to the present; modern bio-
logical variation and its effect on society. Examination of fossil materi-
al, artifacts and contemporary skeletal material. Theoretical explana-
tions for physical and cultural development of humans and other pri-
mates, including evolution and ecology, with specific attention to the
origins of race and gender and implications for contemporary society.
270f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 270)

WOMEN, HEALTH AND SOCIETY 4

Cross-cultural concepts of women's bodies and health, including repro-
duction and child care, health practitioners and disease. Focus on gen-
der, ethnic and class differences in health, health concepts and health
practices.

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
290f (SOCIOLOGY 290)

FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL RESEARCH 4

Introduction to social research, including developing research ques-
tions, reviewing literature, carrying out field research and data analy-
sis. Involves teamwork. Basic skills include kinship, ethnography, inter-
views and surveys. Topic varies by semester. Offered every fall.
Required for majors.

Prerequisite; Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
300Lf (SPANISH 300L)

PEOPLES OF MESOAMERICA.

SPANISH COMPONENT 1

See Spanish 300L for description.
304f PEOPLES OF MESOAMERICA 4

History and contemporary relations between indigenous, European and
African-origin populations, including ethnicity, culture, identity, con-
temporary movements.
Prerequisite; Junior Standing
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
307s (WOMEN'S STUDIES 307)

HOUSEHOLD AND WORLD SYSTEMS 4

An examination of feminist, political economic, household strategy and
other theories explaining the relation between individuals, households,
communities and the world. Narrative and quantitative life histories
test these theories through the analysis of people's lives. Covers classi-
cal works, recent ethnographic studies and interviewing, data analysis
and constructing life histories.
Prerequisite: Junior Standing
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
331s (CLASSICS 331)

MYTHOLOGICAL PATTERNS AND THEMES 4

See Classics 331 for description.
331LS (CLASSICS 331L) (GREEK 231/331L) (LATIN 231L/331L)
MYTHOLOGICAL PAHERNS AND THEMES.
GREEK AND LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 331L for description.
354f CONTEMPORARY ANTHROPOLOGICAL THEORY 4

Survey of theories, plus special topic that varies by semester. Topics
include postmodernism, feminism, Marxism, ecology, cultural change.
Offered every fall, beginning 2002.
Prerequisite; Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
391s (SOCIOLOGY 391)

SPECIAL AREAS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE INQUIRY 4

Topic varies by semester, according to the professor teaching the
course. Each student will design and carry out a research project.
Required for majors.

Prerequisite; Sociology 101 or Anthropology 101
4iof3 SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised intensive study in a special field of anthropology.

490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a member of

the program.

Psychology

I

Faculty

Lerita Coleman Brown, professor, asociati dean 0/ ibt coWtgt

Ayse Ilgaz Garden, projmor

Barbara J- Blatchley, associaic professor

Eileen L, Cooley, associok professor

Robert A. Kachelski, assistant professor

Jennifer L. Lucas, assistant professor

Erin Richman, visiting assistant professor

Psychology is the scientific study of human and animal behavior
The courses we offer reflect the diversity of areas within the field.
The program for majors provides a strong background in academ-
ic psychology, including opportunities for both firsthand labora-
tory experiences and field experiences

Students who are planning to major m psychology should con-
sult with a faculty member m the program as early in their college
careers as possible.

Psychology majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad
through a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global Connections
program or any other study-abroad program approved by the
College.

Requirements for Psychology Major:

Required courses:

121, 206, 207, 30A. 405

Recommended courses:

At least one course in each of the following areas of psychology:

Social: 130, 205, 240, 305

Developmental Assessment: 200, 310, 312, 316

Cognitive/Physiological: 210, 315, 320

Research/Field Experience: 324. 406, 410. 450, 490

The minimum number of hours required for the major is 36.

Requirements for Psychology Minor:

A minor in psychology must contain at least 28 hours of work in psy-
chology. The minor program may be designed by the student to reflect
her unique objectives; however, it is subject to the approval of the chair
in order to ensure disciplinary coherence and relevance to the student's
objectives.

Required courses: 121. 206. 207

Remaining 16 hours (4 courses) to be selected from electives within the

department

I2if.s GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 4

Scientific description of facts and principles of psychology. Emphasis
on methods and results of experimental investigation of human and
animal behavior.
Psychology 121 is the prerequisite for all other psychology courses.

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130S (WOMEN'S STUDIES 130)

PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN 4

Critical review of psychological theory and research toward an under-
standing of the cognitive, social and emotional behavior of women.
Prerequisite: 121

200s HUMAN LIFE SPAN DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY 4
Development of the individual from conception through adulthood and
old age.
Prerequisite: 121

205f INTRODUaiON TO INDUSTRIAL/

ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 4

Explores how people think and behave at work from industrial/organi-
zational perspectives. The industrial perspective examines the theory
and practice of selection, training and evaluation of workers. The orga-
nizational perspective investigates employee satisfaction, motivation,
leadership and cooperative processes.
Prerequisite: 121

206f^ (SOCIOLOGY 206)

RESEARCH STATISTICS 4

Basic theory, principles and applications of statistics in behavioral sci-
ence research.
Prerequisite: 121

Prerequisite or Corequisite: one course in mathematics excluding
Mathematics 104 and 150

207f3 RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS 4

Fundamentals of research methodology in psychology. Topics include
experimental, quasi-experimental and descriptive research designs,
internal and external validity and research ethics.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: 206

240f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 240)

PSYCHOLOGY OF CROSS-CULTURAL CONTAa 4

Theories and research on how individuals confront and interact with
members of other cultures, with special emphasis on factors that pro-
mote cross-cultural effectiveness among women.
Prerequisite: 121

304f HISTORY OF THEORY AND RESEARCH IN

PSYCHOLOGY 4

Historical background for current theories and research issues in psy-
chology.
Prerequisite: 121

305f SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 4

Behavior of the individual as influenced by the behavior and character-
istics of other individuals.
Prerequisite: 121
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

310s PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT 4

Principles and issues of psychological assessment with an emphasis
on tests of personality and cognitive abilities.
Prerequisite: 121, 206 or Mathematics 115

3l2f ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 4

Coverage of the diagnostic characteristics, theoretical perspectives and
treatments of the major psychological disorders.
Prerequisite: 121

3i5f COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY 4

Human cognition and perception with selected topics from attention,
states of consciousness, human learning, memory, imagery, concept
formation, language, problem solving, creative thinking and intelli-
gence.
Prerequisite: 121

316s PERSONALITY 4

Theory and research in the field of personality.
Prerequisite: 121
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

320s PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY 4

Neurophysiological basis of various mental and behavioral processes
such as sensory-motor mechanisms, perception, emotion, motivation,
thinking, memory, language, sleep and consciousness.
Prerequisite: 121

324f3 SPECIAL AREAS OF PSYCHOLOGY 4

A seminar focusing on a topic of contemporary interest in psychology.
Each year the department will announce the topic(s) to be offered dur-
ing the next academic year. Prerequisites beyond 121 and credit hours
vary according to topic. The nature of the topic determines the inclu-
sion of a laboratory component.

A) COGNITION AND BRAIN PROCESSES 4

Examination of relationships between cognition and brain processes
through original psychological experiments carried out in an area or
areas selected from sensation, perception, attention, memory, lan-
guage and thinking.

Prerequisite: 121 and permission of the instructor
Q CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL
ADJUSTMENT 4

Individual and small group research project(s) in clinical psychology
and/or psychological adjustment will be conducted. Students may reg-
ister for one or two semesters.
Prerequisite: 206 and permission of the instructor
BIOPSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH 4

An examination of the effects of the characteristics of the early rearing
environment on central nervous system structure and function.
Students will conduct an original collaborative experiment from design
through data collection and analysis.
Prerequisite: 121 and permission of the instructor
F) RESEARCH IN SOCIAL AND INTERCULTURAL
PSYCHOLOGY 4

Students will examine selected research and issues in the areas of
social and intercultural psychology and will conduct a collaborative
research project involving data collection and analysis.
Prerequisite: 121 and permission of the instructor
H) ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN 4

Critical and in-depth review of most recent developments In the area of
psychology of women in the context of selected topics.
Prerequisite: 130

I) RESEARCH IN INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL
PSYCHOLOGY 4

Students will conduct a collaborative research project(s) in
industrial/organizational psychology from research design through
data collection and analysis.
Prerequisite: 121 and permission of the instructor

405s CONTEMPORARY RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY 4

Contemporary research and problems in psychology with an emphasis
on the in-depth study of selected topics.
Prerequisites: 206, 207, 304 or permission of the instructor

406f^ PRAaiCUM 4

Supervised field placement focusing on psycho-pathology, counseling,
industrial/organizational psychology or related areas. Placement activi-
ties are supplemented by a weekly seminar and research literature
reviews.

Prerequisite: 121 and permission of the instructor (Priority will be given
to senior psychology majors.)

4l0f3 SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised intensive study in fields or problems of psychology.

490f^ INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research is arranged under the supervision of a member
of the department.

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Religious Studies

Faculty

Dennis McCann, Wallace M. Alston Professor of Bible and Religion
Tina Pippin, associate professor
Hong Qu, lissistiiiil professor

Courses in this program cover the distinctive beliefs and practices,
sacred literatures and cultural expressions of the great religious
traditions of the world. Students explore some of the most cre-
ative expressions of the human spirit in its responses to personal
and culwral concepts of a supreme deity. Special emphasis is
placed on Biblical literature, as well as on contemporary expres-
sions of religious thought in cultures-
Religious Studies majors are strongly encouraged to study
abroad through a faculty-led Global Awareness or Global
Connections program or any other study-abroad program
approved by the College.

Requirements for the Major:

A minimum 32-hour major (8 courses), with at least 3 courses at the

300 or 400 level within the department

One introductory course in Sacred Texts; 100, 101 or 120

One introductory course in World Religions: 130 or 131

One course in area II

One course in area ill

One course in area IV (other than 463)

463 Junior-Senior Seminar

Two electives from within the major courses

Requirements for the Religious Studies IVIajor
with aConcentratlon In Religion and Social Justice:

The Concentration in Religion and Social Justice requires 9 courses on
an approved list for religion and social justice.
We also recommend a variety of elective "tools courses," that is, cours-
es in other departments that are essentially related to the broader
study of peace and justice (e.g. political science, international relations,
art, history (especially Holocaust studies), sociology, anthropology,
Africana Studies, Women's Studies, Latin American Studies, economics,
mathematics, philosophy, psychology, modern foreign languages (espe-
cially with refugee work), environmental sci
ences and Global Awareness/Global Connections, etc.). The
Concentration will have the flexibility to be geared toward particular
student interests.

A concentration is a directed version of the religious studies major.
Unlike a minor, a concentration involves additional coursework in
order to develop within the major the appropriate learning and experi-
ential components required for any course of study seriously intending
to address issues of religion and social justice.

Required Courses:

275 or FYS 190, The Bible and Human Rights in Atlanta (offered alter-
nate years)

one 450 Internship or the Atlanta Semester Qunior or Senior year)

one of each:

one introduction to a sacred text: 100. 101 or 120

one introduction to a world religion: 130 or 131

one 400 level course (in addition to 450 or the Atlanta Semester): 463
when the topic applies, 410 or 490

Two courses from Religious Thought and Social Context (no more than

one at the 200 level):

210, 224, 275, 280, 331, 340, 345. 350 or 370

The rest from the above and/or other related courses as approved by
the department.

Requirements for the Minor:

A minimum 5 course minor (20 hours), with at least one of those cours-
es at the 100 level and one at the 300 or 400 level within the depart-
ment. One cross-listed course may be applied to the minor.

I. Sacred Texts and Traditions

100s HEBREW BIBLE 4

Religious history and society of the people of Ancient Israel as con-
tained in their sacred Scriptures with a link to contemporary Jewish
practice and interpretation.

loif NEW TESTAMENT 4

Literature of the New Testament and its origins and development in the
early Jesus movement and early Christianity, with links to contemporary
Christian practice and interpretation.

I20f SACRED TEXTS OF THE WORLD'S RELIGIONS 4

Investigates the major sacred texts of the world's religions and include
such issues as textual authority canons, primary and secondary texts
and the function of sacred texts in religious communities.

I30f RELIGIONS OF INDIA AND ASIA 4

A consideration of the origins and belief systems of Hinduism, Jainism.
Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Shinto.

131s JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY AND ISLAM 4

A consideration of the origins, divisions and beliefs of the three major
religions of the Middle East.

150 RELIGIONS OF ATLANTA 4

Practically every religious tradition is represented in the Atlanta area.
This course provides students with an excellent opportunity to gain a
better understanding of the complex religious landscape in a major
metropolitan area. In addition to relevant readings, students will
engage in fieldwork where they spend time interviewing and interact-
ing with particular religious communities in the area. Methods for
conducting appropriate field research will be presented in class.
Comparisons will be made between the religious makeup of Atlanta
and other major cities in the U.S.

224s (WOMEN'S STUDIES 224)

FEMINISMS AND AND RELIGION 4

The roles of women in shaping religious history from the ancient to the
modern period, accompanied by the development of feminist theories
in various worid religions. Primary historical writings and theological
statements, as well as contemporary cultural expressions.

335f JESUS IN HISTORY AND CULTURE 4

An examination of the quest for the historical lesus, with an analysis of
literary and cultural sources (especially from film, music, art), and also
the ethical implications of Jesus' life and message, from the igth-ten-
tury to contemporary times.
Prerequisite: one course in religious studies
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

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II. World Religions

20lf INTRODUaiON TO CHRISTIANITY 4

The course will introduce students to the basic logic of Christian faith
and practice, through a critical examination of the history of
Christianity and will provide an opportunity to explore and evaluate
various forms of Christian theology in the current period of
globalization.

207s RELIGION IN AMERICA 4

Introduction to the major historical and cultural factors that have
shaped the religious history of the USA, with some specific attention to
regional phenomena. It will familiarize students with the diversity of
religious groups and movements and a brief account of their develop-
ment in the USA. It will also provide an opportunity to survey current
trends and issues facing religious groups in the USA. Religions other
than Christianity will be examined and special attention will be given to
marginalized groups and women writers/thinkers in American religious
culture.

221s JEWISH FAITH AND PRACTICE 4

Basic beliefs and practices of Judaism, from the Exodus from Egypt to
the present. Special attention given to Jewish Feast Days, institutions,
life cycle practices and major branches of the religion.

241s ROMAN CATHOLIC FAITH AND PRACTICE 4

Roman Catholicism, its history, distinctive institutional forms and
beliefs and its worldwide involvement in a host of issues related to
social and economic justice. The course will explore diverse perspec-
tives on Catholicism, particularly as these relate to the struggles of
today's women and will include opportunities for experiential learning,
primarily in the form of field trips to one or more Catholic communities
in the Atlanta metropolitan area.

255f PROTESTANT FAITH AND PRACTICE 4

Protestantism, its history, distinctive institutional forms and beliefs and
the diversity of Protestant self-understandings of the church, its mis-
sion and ministry and its proper role in socity. The course will explore
sympathetic and critical perspectives on Protestantism, particularly as
these relate to the struggles of today's women. The course will include
opportunities for experiential learning, primarily in the form of field
trips to one or more Protestant communities in the Atlanta metropoli-
tan area.

260s CELTIC CHRISTIANITY 4

Exploration of Christianity in Celtic lands (including Scotland, Ireland
and Wales) from its origins to the present day. Attention given to pre-
Christian Celtic civilization, medieval Celtic saints, 19th century "Celtic
Romanticism," folk traditions and current popular interest in Celtic
Christianity.

332 RELIGIONS OF CHINA 4
Explores the range of Chinese religious traditions, in both their ancient
origins and their modern expression. We will explore the indigenous
forms of religious practice and Chinese thinking about them, the devel-
opment of the high traditions of Confucianism and Taoism the impact
of foreign religions, such as Buddhism. Islam and Christianity, and seek
to understand the ways in which all of these traditions are changing
under the impact of China's current attempts at economic and social
modernization. Wherever possible, the course will provide students
with opportunities to explore the experience of Chinese women and
their distinctive spiritual and religious concerns.

Prerequisite: one course in religious studies

333 RELIGIONS OF NATIVE AMERICANS 4
A survey of a wide variety indigenous religions, histories, and cultures
of North America, with focus on the traditions of the Southeast, Plains,
and Southwest and the issues past and present.

Prerequisite: one course in religious studies

341 (WOMEN'S STUDIES 342)

GENDER AND ISLAM 4

An exploration into the diverse beliefs and practices of Islam around
gender issues.
Not offered 2001-02

ill. Religious Tliouglit and Social
Context

210f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 210)

SCIENCE, RELIGION AND WOMEN 4

A consideration of various topics of mutual interest to science and reli-
gion, such as creation, origins of life, medical ethics and environmental
concerns. Special emphasis will be given to the roles of women in the
sciences and to the feminist science debate.

215s (HISTORY 215)

RELIGION, SCIENCE AND MAGIC IN EARLY
MODERN EUROPE 4

See History 215 for description.

275f RELIGION AND MORALITY 4

Explores the religious presuppositions of various Eastern and Western
moral traditions, with a primary emphasis on the Biblical and philo-
sophical foundations of Christian ethics. The course also will seek to
explore the personal dimensions of religious ethics and focus
attention on the ways in which questions of social justice emerge in
various religious systems of morality.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

280s RELIGIOUS AND MORAL VALUES IN BUSINESS

AND THE PROFESSIONS 4

An exploration of the ethical dimensions of business and professional
practice, designed specifically for women who are either planning
careers in business and the professions or seeking to understand the
religious and ethical basis of society's increased expectations for moral
leadership in business and the professions. The course will be practi-
cal as well as theoretical and thus, in addition to introducing students
to the major theories, philosophical as well as religious, that inform the
study of business and professional ethics, it will focus on various case
studies of actual conduct both ethical and unethical in business and
the professions. Cases will be selected with careful attention to the
needs and interests of women. In addition the course will provide
opportunity for field trips to Atlanta area businesses and community
organizations and will seek to involve ASC alumnae as guest lecturers
and resource persons for our students.

309s (HISTORY 308)

RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION EUROPE 4

See History 308 for description.

331s (WOMEN'S STUDIES 331)

FEMINIST AND WOMANIST ETHICS
AND SPIRITUALITY 4

Exploration into the ethical and theological bases of women's
ways of knowing and the broader religious conversation of white
feminists and women of color.
Prerequisite: one course in religious studies or women's studies

340s (HISTORY 335) (AFRICANA STUDIES 335)

BLACK PROTEST THOUGHT IN AMERICA FROM
SLAVERY TO TH E PRESENT 4

See History 335 for description.

345f PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION 4

This course is an introduction to the discipline known as philosophy of
religion, that is. the philosophical analysis of the logic of religious lan-
guage as expressed in religious faith and practice, primarily in the
Western philosophical and religious traditions. This course will also

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feature the works of a range of contemporary women whose religious
thought is conversant with or speal<s to various issues that are peren-
nially prominent in the philosophy of religion.
Prerequisite: one course in religious studies
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

350f (POLITICAL SCIENCE 342)

RELIGION AND POLITICS IN LATIN AMERICA 4

See Political Science 342 for description.

350LS (POLITICAL SCIENCE 442L) (SPANISH 302L)

RELIGION AND POLITICS IN LATIN AMERICA.
SPANISH COMPONENT 1

See Spanish 302L for description.

363f RELIGIOUS SOCIAL ETHICS 4

Investigates how religious ethics, both Christian and non-Christian,
address the social question(s): the nature of the social order and its
religious significance, if any; the definition(s) and moral justifications
of social justice and other central social virtues and imperatives; and
the resources for social change offered by particular religious systems,
i.e., each tradition's distinctive approach to politics.
Prerequisite: one course in religious studies

370s RELIGION AND POLITICS IN THE MIDDLE EAST 4

The religion, history, society, politics and cultures of the Middle East.
IWovements and the complexities of cultures are included.
Prerequisite: one course in religious studies

390s THEORIES OF RELIGION 4

This course will survey the major theoretical perspectives that help to
define the field of religious studies, particularly in relationship to phi-
losophy and the social sciences. The course will also help students to
develop criteria for making useful assessments of the relative
strengths and weaknesses of the various theories, and their continued
relevance to both the descriptive and the normative tasks of religious.
Prerequisite: one 100-level religious studies course

IV. Special Studies in Religion

202f (ART 202)

ART OF THE MIDDLE AGES 4

See Art 202 for description.

208s (MUSIC 208)

HISTORY OF SACRED MUSIC 4

See IVIusic 208 for desciption.

308s (MUSIC 308)

SACRED MUSIC OF WORLD RELIGIONS 4

See Music 308 for desciption.

312f (ART 312)

THE AGE OF THE CATHEDRALS 4

See Art 312 for description.

330f TOPICS IN WORLD RELIGIONS 4

Seminar focusing on a special problem within one of the world's his-
toric religions or on new developments in the field of comparative liter-
ature. May be taken more than once if topic varies.
Prerequisite; one course in religious studies

370 RELIGION AND POLITICS IN THE MIDDLE EAST 4

The religion, history, society, politics and cultures of the Middle East.
Movements and the complexities of cultures are included.
Not offered 2001-02

4iof3 SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Directed reading course supervised by a member of the department.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

463f )UNIOR-SENIOR SEMINAR IN RELIGION 4

Examination of a variety of topics of current interest in the study of reli-
gion. The seminar attempts to yoke the theory and practice of
religion.

May be repeated if topic varies. Required for all majors.
Prerequisite: one course in religious studies
Topic for fall 2001: Sexualities and Religion

An examination of the relationship of sexualities to the sacred through
critical theories on the Bible, identity the body, sexual ethics, symbolic
language, reflections on gender, religious practices and human rela-
tionships.
490f.s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Independent research arranged under supervision of a member of the
department.

Theatre & Dance
Theatre

Faculty

Dudley Sanders, tiisociate projessor of ibiatrt
David S. Thompson, ussocwlf profissor of ihtatrc

Theatre is perhaps the quintessential liberal art, taking for its sub-
ject matter what it means to be human. It promotes selt-examina-
tion and self-discipline, fosters the development of artistic, analyt-
ical, critical and organizational capabilities and stimulates the stu-
dent to realize her full creative potential. Now, as in Shakespeare's
day, theatre holds a mirror up to naWre, allowing us to see our-
selves and our place in the universe in a manner that is at once
both immediate and timeless.

The theatre curriculum integrates theory, history and practice,
including foundational training in acting, directing, dramatic writ-
ing and design and culminates in a performance project for the
public In addition, the department works closely with Blackfriars,
a volunteer student theatre organization, to create a student-cen-
tered production program that encourages individual leadership
and responsibility.

With the Winter Theatre, an intimate 310-seat audilonum
with a semi-thrust stage, serving as laboratory and home, the
department and Blackfriars mount two major productions and a
play for children annually.

Requirements for the Theatre Major:

Courses required in the discipline:
100, 308, 310

Three of the following: 131. 203, 250, 326
One of the following: 312, 313

One of the following resulting in a public performance:
327, 329, 410, 415 or 490

Other requirements:

A student electing a major in theatre must play an active participatory

role in the theatre production program at Agnes Scott as determined by

the department.

Major requires a minimum of 32 credit hours In the discipline.

Requirements for the Theatre Minor:

100 and four additional courses, not including 108 or 117

The student may design her own program with the guidance and

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including performance, design, dramatic writing, history and criticism or
some combination of the above. A student electing a minor in theatre
must play an active participatory role in the theatre production program
at Agnes Scott as determined by the department.

loof INTRODUaiON TO THE THEATRE 4

Study and practice of the theatre as a performing art within its histori-
cal context. Explorations of and experiences in dramatic literature, act-
ing, directing and design.
3 LEC, 1 LAB

108s VOICE AND DICTION 4

Practices of effective voice and speech production, with an emphasis
on articulation, pronunciation, flexibility and effectiveness of the
speaking voice leading to good usage in standard American English.
Does not satisfy the distributional standard in fine arts

li7f^ INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING 4

Techniques of effective oral communication including methods of
organization, means of presentation and voice and diction, practiced in
the context of group process and oral presentation.
Does not satisfy distributional standard in fine arts

l3lf^ ACTING I 4

As a foundation in acting technique, exercises and presentations con-
tribute to the process of freeing the student's imagination and creativi-
ty for application to scene study and class performance.

203s (ENGLISH 203)

DRAMATIC WRITING I 4

Principles of the craft of the playwright with an emphasis on dramatic
structure and the resources of the theatre through the reading of
playscripts and the writing of a one-act play.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor

205 (WHEN THE TOPIC RELATES TO DRAMATIC
WRITING) (ENGLISH 205)

TOPICS IN CREATIVE WRITING 4

See English 205 for description

235s ACTING II 4

Text analysis, scene study and acting theory with major emphasis on
character and approach. Concentration on practice in the preparation
and presentation of performance assignments.
Prerequisite: 131 or permission of the instructor

250f DESIGN FOR THE STAGE I 4

Principles of costume and scenic design for theatre. Emphasis on basic
composition, script analysis, period research, rendering techniques
and execution of designs in a color medium.

308f HISTORY OF THEATRE I 4

Examination of the role of theatre in Western society from its origins
up to 1800. Emphasis on political and religious context and on the style
and practice of theatre as a reflection of a culture's value system and
social structure.
Offered 2002-03and alternate years

310s HISTORY OF THE THEATRE II 4

Examination of the connection between theory and practice in
Western theatre from 1800 to the present. Additional emphasis on
non-Western performance modes.
Offered 2002-03 and alternate years

312f (WOMEN'S STUDIES 312)

FEMALE IDENTITY AND THE MAKING OF THEATRE 4

A study of how theatre reflects the status and role of women in various
cultures through examination of the portrayal of women in drama and
film, of women as critics/theorists and of women as participants in the
making of theatre.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

313s SPECIALTOPICS IN THEATRE 4

Study in selected areas of theatre history, dramatic literature, dramatic

theory or performance theory. May be repeated if subject matter varies.
Offered 2001-02 and alternate years

326f DIRECTING I 4

Study in approaches to realizing a script in performance. Focus on text
analysis, creation of a promptbook and the presentation of directed
scenes.
Prerequisite: 100 and 131 or permission of the instructor

327s DIRECTING II 4

Practical and creative application of directing theories and techniques
through the analysis, audition, rehearsal and public performance of a
one-act play.
Prerequisite: 326

329s ACTING III 4

Study and practice in the presentation of scenes for women in various
theatrical styles from diverse cultures and time periods.
Prerequisite: 235 or permission of the instructor
Not offered 2001-02

3445 (ENGLISH 344)

DRAMATIC WRITING II 4

Principles of the craft of the screenwriter with an emphasis on film
structure and format through the reading of screenplays and the writ-
ing of a feature-length scenario.
Prerequisite: 203 or permission of the instructor
Not offered 2001-02

350S DESIGN FOR THE STAGE II 4

Advanced principles of scenic and lighting design. Emphasis on prosce-
nium design practice, theatrical drafting, mechanical perspective meth-
ods and lighting equipment and design.
3 LEC, 1 LAB
Prerequisite: Theatre 250 or permission of the instructor

4l0f^ SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised intensive study of selected topics in theatre history or dra-
matic literature or supervised advanced projects in the areas of acting,
design or directing.

415f^ (ENGLISH 415)

ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING 4

Individual conferences with emphasis on sustained creative writing
projects in poetry, fiction or drama.

Prerequisite: English 340, 341, 342 or 344 and permission of the
instructor

490f3 INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-8

Exploration of an area of intellectual or artistic interest which results in
the creation of a major work of theatre arts or a significant research
project.

Dance

Faculty

Marylin B. Darling, professor 0} liance

The student who minors in dance learns from the masters of the
profession and experiences dance as a cultural endeavor in the lib-
eral arts tradition. This program prepares the student to dance
and perform in a variety of settings and combines the discipline of
dance with other areas or minors.

All dance minors must audition for the minor A panel of quali-
fied dance professionals and experts adjudicates these students.
Placement is determined after auditions are completed and adjudi-
cated Students who wish to excel beyond the minor are encour-
aged to talk with the director of dance about an interdisciplinary
self-designed major

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Requirements for the Dance Minor:

A minimum of 22 hours is required for the minor. All students must
reach and/or maintain an advanced level/400 level of competency in
one major area (ballet, modern, jazz or tap) and an intermediate level of
competency in at least two other dance areas (ballet, modern, jazz, tap
or other stylistic forms).

Dance minors must be active particpants in Studio Dance Theatre their
junior and senior years. They must assume active leadership roles in
Studio Dance Theatre.

A minimum of 3 hours must be taken from the core curriculum below.
Any level of dance technique may be repeated once for credit with the
permission of the instructor. These courses are open to students by per-
mission of the director. Each course has an adjudication prerequisite:
211, 212, 213, 222, 311, 312, 313, 322, 411, 412, 413, 422.

Students are required to take all of the following:
Practical: 315, 317
Theoretical: 306, 307

Students may elect courses from diverse areas. All elective courses
must have the approval of the director of dance and the chair of the
appropriate program. Students are encouraged to take 415 and 417.

loo-level dance courses and 230 may be counted toward the physical
education requirement.

Credit received in satisfying physical education course requirements
cannot apply to courses for the dance minor. Credit received in courses
satisfying the dance minor cannot apply to the physical education
requirement.

lllf^ INTRODUaiON TO BALLET

Introduction to ballet technique, terminology and history as well as the

Cecchetti positions.
Il2f3 INTRODUaiON TO MODERN DANCE

Introduction to modern dance technique, improvisation and elements

of contemporary dance are emphasized.
Il3f3 JAZZ

Introduction to elements of jazz dance explored along with jazz tech

nique, terminology and history.
114s FOLK. SQUARE AND SOCIAL DANCE

International folk dances, American square dances and social dances

from 1930 to the present are taught.

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
122f I NTRODUaiON TO TAP DANCE

Introduction to basic elements of tap.
2iif.s BEGINNING BALLET

Beginning ballet technique, terminology and history. The Cecchetti

body positions, port a bras and technique are emphasized.
2l2f.s BEGINNING MODERN DANCE

Beginning modern dance technique, improvisation and elements of

contemporary are emphasized.
2l3f3 BEGINNING JAZZ DANCE

Beginning elements of jazz dance are explored along with jazz tech-
nique, terminology and history.
222f,s BEGINNING TAP DANCE

Beginning elements of tap are taught. A beginning dance or center

floor routine is taught each session.
230f.s STUDIO DANCE THEATRE

Prerequisite: Selection by audition and permission of the Instructor.
290U DANCE PRODUaiON :

Arranged credit for all aspects of technical assistance in dance produi

tions over the course of a semester. Students may earn up to four

hours of production credit toward the minor In dance.

Prerequisite: Permission of the supervising professor.

Does not satisfy the distributional standard in fine arts.
3o6f HISTORY OF DANCE I 4

History of dance from earliest dance forms known to the beginning of

the Renaissance.

Offered 2002-03 and alternate years
307f HISTORY OF DANCE II 4

Explores the history of dance from the mid-Renaissance to modern

times.

Offered 2001-02 and alternate years
3llf3 INTERMEDIATE BALLET 1

Intermediate ballet technique and terminology as well as Cecchetti

instruction.
3l2f.s INTERMEDIATE MODERN DANCE 1

Intermediate modern dance technique, improvisation and intermediate

levels of contemporary are emphasized.
3l3f.s INTERMEDIATE JAZZ DANCE 1

Intermediate elements of jazz dance are explored and intermediate

jazz technique is emphasized.
3i4f^ DANCE PERFORMANCE 1

Dance performance includes actual time in Studio

Dance Theatre productions, as well as Feets of Magic.
315s CHOREOGRAPHY 4

Includes actual choreographic work presented in a variety of public

settings and public performances.
3i7f DANCE COMPOSITION AND MOVEMENT 4

Exploration of all ranges of dance composition using the elements of

levels, space, time, rhythm, dynamics, textures and styles.
322f3 INTERMEDIATE TAP DANCE 1

Intermediate tap technique is taught. At least one dance is required at

the end of the semester.
4ilf^ ADVANCED BALLET 1

Advanced ballet technique and pointe work emphasized.
4l2f.s ADVANCED MODERN DANCE 1

Advanced modern dance technique emphasized.
4l3f.s ADVANCED JAZZ DANCE 1

Advanced jazz technique taught in a range of styles, including but not

limited to Giordano, Fosse. Genero. Luigi and Alley.
415s ADVANCED CHOREOGRAPHY 4

Continuation of 315. Deals with more advanced aspects of the choreo-
graphic process. The culmination of the course is a presentation of

the choreography in a variety of public settings and public

performances.

Prerequisite: Dance 315
4i7f ADVANCED DANCE COMPOSITION AND

MOVEMENT 4

Explores the elements of dance composition in greater detail and at a

more advanced level. The course explores all ranges of dance composi-
tion using the elements of levels, space, time, rhythm, dynamics, tex-
tures and styles on an advanced leveL

Prerequisite: Dance 317
422f4 ADVANCED TAP DANCE 1

Advanced tap technique is taught. Two or more dances are required at

the end of the semester.

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Women's Studies

Faculty

Elizabeth Hackett, assistant professor
Isa Williams, assistant professor

The program in Women's Studies integrates liberal arts education
at Agnes Scott by using women's experience and feminist theory
to analyze themes in the humanities, fine arts, social sciences and
natural sciences.

Courses emphasize women's past and present roles in culture,
politics, economy, family, society and the arts and sciences. They
offer various theoretical approaches to topics such as the repre-
sentation of gender, lesbian studies, women and the law, gender
and language and women in global issues.

The program promotes the study of intersections of gender
and sexuality with race, ethnicity and nationality in comparative
and global contexts. By considering a variety of controversial
issues from different perspectives, it encourages debate and criti-
cal thinking. Students develop their skills m oral and written
expression. Heightened self-awareness and commitment to com-
munity service are further goals of the program.

Students who major or minor in women's studies enroll both in
courses housed entirely in the program and in courses cross-listed
with other disciplines. Faculty who teach in the program include
representatives from most of the departments in the College. The
Atlanta Semester program offers other opportunities for experien-
tial learning.

The women's studies program prepares majors to pursue
careers in agencies and businesses that focus on women and in a
variety of other fields ranging from law to education to religion.

Majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad through a fac-
ulty-led Global Awareness or Global Connections program or any
other study-abroad program approved by the College.

Requirements for the Major:

Women's Studies loo, 340 and one of the following: 380, 410, 450, 490
orWLSC350

At least one course in each of the following three groups.

Social and Natural sciences: 130, 210, 211*, 212, 231*, 235, 240*, 270,
271*, 307*, 313

Art and literature: 216. 219*, 220, 312

Historical and philosophical perspectives: 221, 222, 224, 230*, 241,
275. 310, 330. 331*. 341. 342. 343

One course emphasizing global diversity, chosen from those starred
above or approved by the director of the program in women's studies.
The same course may be taken to fulfill this requirement and to satisfy
one of the three group requirements listed above.

Other women's studies courses to total at least 36 hours for the major.
Therefore, a major typically consists of 3 required courses and 6 addi-
tional courses (4 credits each). Credit from the language component of
language across the curriculum courses that are cross-listed as
women's studies courses may be included in the women's studies
major

Women's Studies 263 ffopics in Women's Studies) may satisfy one of
the group requirements within the major. The student should consult

with the director of the women's studies program to determine which
group designation is appropriate for a particular topics course.

Requirements for the Minor:

Students may minor in women's studies by selecting a program of at
least 6 courses chosen in consultation with the women's studies direc-
tor.

Required courses:

100, 340

Three additional courses chosen in consultation with the director.

450 may count as one course.

loof^ INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN'S STUDIES 4

An introduction to women's studies. Using feminist perspectives and
scholarship, this interdisciplinary course examines the experiences of
women in the United States, analyzes institutions and practices that
affect women and develops connections to women in other cultures.
130s (PSYCHOLOGY 130)

PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN 4

See Psychology 130 for description.
210f (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 210)

SCIENCE, RELIGION AND WOMEN 4

See Religious Studies 210 for description.
211s (POLITICAL SCIENCE 211) (SOCIOLOGY 214)

WOMEN IN LATIN AMERICA 4

See Political Science 211 for description.
211LS (POLITICAL SCIENCE 211L) (SOCIOLOGY 214L)
(SPANISH 301L)

WOMEN IN LATIN AMERICA, SPANISH COMPONENT 1
See Political Science 211L for description.
212s (SOCIOLOGY 211)

MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY 4

See Sociology 211 for description.
2l6f (ENGLISH 216)

TOPICS ON WOMEN AND LITERATURE 4

See English 216 for description.
2l9f (MUSIC 219)

WOMEN IN WORLD MUSIC 4

See Music 219 for description.
220f (MUSIC 220)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL
TRADITIONS 4

See Music 220 for description.
220Lf (GERMAN 320L) (MUSIC 220L)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL
TRADITIONS, GERMAN COMPONENT 1

See German 320L for description.
22lLf (FRENCH 22iL) (MUSIC 22lL)

WOMEN IN MUSIC: THE WESTERN MUSICAL
TRADITIONS, FRENCH COMPONENT 1

See French 221L for description.
Offered 2001-02
222s (HISTORY 220)

EUROPEAN WOMEN SINCE THE MIDDLE AGES 4

See History 220 for description.
224s (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 224)

FEMINISMS AND RELIGION 4

See Religious Studies 224 for description.

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231S (SOCIOLOGY 230)

RACE, CLASS AND GENDER 4

See Sociology 230 for description.

235s WOMEN AND THE LAW 4

Selected aspects of American constitutional and statutory law that
have a particular impact on women. Likely topics include: legal guaran-
tees of race and gender equality, employment discrimination (including
sexual harassment), affirmative action, marriage, rape, domestic vio-
lence, reproductive rights, pornography and prostitution.

240f (PSYCHOLOGY 240)

PSYCHOLOGY OF CROSS-CULTURAL CONTAQ 4

See Psychology 240 for description.

263s TOPICS IN WOMEN'S STUDIES 4

An interdisciplinary course focusing on an aspect of women's history,
feminist theory, women's creative works, women in cross-cultural per-
spectives, depictions of women and theories about women. Some
understanding of basic issues in women's studies is recommended.
Course may be repeated for credit when subject matter varies. A Topics
in women's studies course may be credited toward a major or a minor
in another department with the approval of the chair of that
department.

270f (ANTHROPOLOGY 270)

WOMEN, HEALTH AND SOCIETY 4

See Anthropology 270 for description.

27lf (POLITICAL SCIENCE 270)

GENDER POLITICS AND CULTURE IN ASIA 4

See Political Science 270 for description.

307s (ANTHROPOLOGY 307)

HOUSEHOLD AND WORLD SYSTEMS 4

See Anthropology 307 for description.

310s FEMINISM AND SEXUALITY 4

Feminism is understood by many to have implications for understand-
ing not only gender, but sexuality as well. This course explores these
implications by investigating such issues as the social construction of
sex, gender and sexuality; heterosexuality as a site of women's oppres-
sion; lesbianism as feminist practice; and queer
theory.

Prerequisite: one course in women's studies or permission of the
instructor
Not offered 2001-02

312f (THEATRE 312)

FEMALE IDENTITYAND THE MAKING OF THEATRE 4
See Theatre 312 for description.

313f (POLITICAL SCIENCE 313)

GENDER POLITICS 4

See Political Science 313 for description.

330s (HISTORY 330)

HISTORY OF WOMEN IN AMERICA 4

See History 330 for description.

331s (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 331)

FEMINIST AND WOMANIST ETHICS AND

SPIRITUALITY 4

See Religious Studies 331 for description.
336s (ECONOMICS 336)

GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT 4

See Economics 336 for description.
340f (PHILOSOPHY 315)

CONTEMPORARY FEMINIST THEORY 4

A cross-disciplinary study of feminist theorists representing a variety of
approaches.

Prerequisite: 100 or any philosophy course
341s (CLASSICS 341) (SOCIOLOGY 341)

WIVES, WARRIORS, SLAVES AND CITIZENS 4

See Classics 341 for description.
341LS (CLASSICS 341L) (SOC 341L) (GREEK 241L/341L)
(LATIN 241L/341L)

WIVES, WARRIORS. SLAVES AND CITIZENS,
GREEKAND LATIN COMPONENT 1

See Classics 341L for description.
342s (RELIGIOUS STUDIES 341)

GENDER AND ISLAM 4

See Religious Studies 341 for description.
344 (PHILOSOPHY 344)

FEMINIST EPISTEMOLOGY 4

See Philosophy 344 for description.
365f (FRENCH 365)

WOMEN AND FRENCH CULTURE 4

See French 365 for description.
38of WORKING WOMEN IN ORGANIZATIONS:

SEMINAR AND INTERNSHIP 4

An exploration of the relationship between theories of organizational
behavior and actual practices that affect the behavior of women in
organizations. Students will study various theories while engaging in
an internship for the purpose of examining the challenges and rewards
that women face in Atlanta organizations.
Not open to students who have enrolled in the Atlanta Semester
4lof,s SPECIAL STUDY 2-4

Supervised intensive study of selected texts or a particular field within
women's studies.
450f,s INTERNSHIP l-W

48if (SPANISH 480)

TOPICS IN HISPANIC THEMES 4

Topic for fall 2001 is cross-listed.
See Spanish 480 for description.
490f,s INDEPENDENT STUDY 4-

Independent research arranged under the supervision of a faculty
member.

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Agnes Scott College Faculty

(Dates after name indicate year of appointment.

KantaAhu)A(2ooo)
Visiting Professor of Economics
BA Hons., University ofDettii
MA, University of Michigan
Ph.D., University of Rajasthan

Juan A. Auznde (1993)

Associate Professor of Political

Science

B.S., Iowa State University

M.S., University of North

Carolina

M.Div., Emory University

Ph.D., University of North

Carolina

Mikhail Bobyiiv (2001)

Visiting Assistant Professor of

Cfiemistry

M.S., Moscow State University

Ph.D., Institute of Plant

Protection Chemicab

Bona W. Bau. (1967)
Ellen Douglas Leybum
Professor of English
BA, University of Virginia
MAT., Dul(e University
Ph.D., University of Kentucl<y

David P. Behan (1974)
Professor of Philosophy
BA, Yale University
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

Anne E Bbdler (1992)
Associate Professor of Art
BA, Earlham College
B.FA, University of Connecticut
M.FA, University of
Massachusetts, Amherst

Barbara J. Blatchley (1990)

Associate Professor of

Psychology

BA, Indiana University

Ph.D., University of South

Carolina

Sandra T. Bowden (1968)

Charles A. Dana Professor

of Biology

B.S., Georgia Southern College

MA, University of North

Carolina

Ph.D., University of North

Carolina

Arthur L BowungJr. (1977)

Associate Professor of Physics

B.S., College of William and

Mary

M.5., University of Illinois,

Urbane

Ph.D., University of illinois,

Urbana

Urita Coleman Brown (2000)
Associate Dean of the College;
Professor of Psychology
BA, University of California,
Santa Cruz
Ph.D., Harvard University

Mary Brown Bulkkx (1995)
President of the College;
Professor of History
BA, Agnes Scott College
MA, Stanford University
Ph.D., Stanford University

Gail Cabisius (1974)
Associate Professor of Classical
Languages and Literatures
BA, Smith College
M.PA, Georgia State University
MA, Bryn Mawr College
Ph.D., Bryn Mawr College

Mary C Cain (1999)
Assistant Professor of History
BA., Yale University
MA, Emory University
Ph.D., Emory University

Penelope Campbeli (1965)

Charles A. Dana Professor

of History

BA, Baylor University

MA, The Ohio State University

Ph.D., The Ohio State

University

Ayse Ilgaz Carden (1978)
Professor of Psychology
BA, Agnes Scott College
M.S., Emory University
Ph.D., Emory University

Caroune E Clower (2001)

Visiting Assistant Professor

of Chemistry

as.. College of William

and Mary

BA, College of William

and Mary

Ph.D., Georgia Institute of

Technology

Augustus B. Cochran, III

(1973)

Professor of Political Science

BA, Davidson College

MA, Indiana University

J.D., Georgia State University

College of Law

Ph.D., University of North

Carolina

EllfEN L CooifY (1988)
Associate Professor
of Psychology
BA, University of Colorado
M.S., University of Oregon
MA, Emory University
Ph.D., Emory University

CHRlSnNE S. COZZENS (1987)

Associate Professor of English
BA, Stanford University
MA, Stanford University
Ph.D., University of California,
Berkeley

Rosemary T. Cunningham

(1985)

Professor of Economics

BA, Fordham University

MA, Fordham University

Ph.D., Fordham University

Maryun B. Darung (1971)
Professor of Dance
as., Florida State University
M.M., Florida State University
Ph.D., Georgia State University

Christopher G. De Pree (1996)

Assistant Professor

of Astronomy

as., Duke University

M.S., University of North

Carolina

Ph.D., University of North

Carolina

JuuA K. De Pree (1996)

Assistant Professor of French

BA, Duke University

MA, University of North

Carolina

Ph.D., University of North

Carolina

Rosemary EBERia (1985)
Assistant Professor of French
BA, University of Wisconsin
Faculte Des Lettres
University ofAix-Marseille
Ph.D., Harvard University

Timothy S. Finco (1999)
Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., University of Georgia
Ph.D., University of North
Carolina

BEmANY LACHElf F0lY (1997)
Visiting Instructor in Chemistry
as., Auburn University
M. Ed., University of Georgia

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Kathy S. Froeuch (1998)
Visiting Assistant Professor
of Education

as., Florida State University
M.S., Florida State University
Ph.D., Fordtiam University

Phil Gibson (1995)

Associate Professor of Biology

B.S., Oklahoma State

University

M.S., University of Georgia

Ph.D., University of Colorado

BiLUE Good (2001)

Head Athletic Trainer;

Instructor

B.S., Pacific University

M.S., Georgia State

University

Stcven R. GimRiE (1985)
Professor of English
BA, Antioch College
Ph.D., Brown University

Bjzabeth Hackett (1999)
Assistant Professor of Women's
Studies and Philosophy
BA, University of Notre Dame
MA, University of
Pennsylvania
Ph.D., University of
Pennsylvania

LiuA C Harvey (1994)

Associate Professor

of Chemistry

B.S., Florida International

University

Ph.D., Georgia Institute of

Technology

Robert M. Hilgenfeid (1998)
Director of Information
Technology Services
BA, University of Wyoming
MA, University of Wyoming
Ph.D., University of Wyoming

BrendaA.Hoke(i993)

Associate Professor

of Sociology

BA, North Carolina Central

University

MA, Atlanta University

MA, State University of New

York at Stony Brook

Ph.D., State University of New

York at Stony Brook

Lnda L Hubert (1968)
Professor of English
B A, Agnes Scott College
MA, Emory University
Ph.D., Emory University

Gu P. Hudson (1974)

Vice President for Student Life

and Community Relations;

Dean of Students

BA, Agnes Scott College

MA T., Emory University

Mary K.JARBOE (1974)

Registrar

BA, Agnes Scott College

Calvert Johnson (1986)
Professor of Music
BA, Kalamazoo College
M.M., Northwestern University
D.M., Northwestern University

Vioin M. Johnson (1992)

Associate Professor of History

BA, Fourah Bay College,

University of Siena Leone

MA, University of New

Brunswick

Ph.D., Boston College

Robert A. Kacheisw (1999)
Assistant Professor
of Psychology

BA, University of Notre Dame
M.S., University of Wisconsin-
Madison

Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-
Madison

Katoarine D. Kennedy (1981)
Professor of History
BA, Duke University
MA, Stanford University
Ph.D., Stanford University

Waqas a. Khwaia (1995)
Assistant Professor of English
BA, Government College
LLB., Punjab University Law
College

MA, Emory University
MA, University of the Punjab
Ph.D., Emory University

Alan Koch (2000)

Assistant Professor

of Mathematics

BA, University of Vemnont

MA, State University of New

Yorii at Albany

Ph.D., State University of New

York at Albany

Tracey E.W. Laird (2000)
Assistant Professor of Music
BA, Loyola University
MA, University of Michigan
Ph.D., University of Michigan

Laura LeDuc (1998)
Assistant Director of Athletics;
Head Coach of Soccer;
Instructor in Physical Education
BA, Emory University
J.D., University of Pittsburgh

Robert A. Lesue (1970)
Associate Professor
of Mathematics
as., Davidson College
MA, University of Georgia
Ph.D., University of Georgia

Myrti H. Lewin (1983)
Professor of Mathematics
aSc, University of the
Witvi^atersmnd, Johannesburg
B.Sc, Hons, University of the
Witwatersmnd, Johannesburg
MA, University of Wisconsin
Ph.D., University of Wisconsin

Amy ]. LovEii (2000)

Assistant Professor of

Astronomy

BA, Agnes Scott College

Ph.D., University of

Massachusetts Amherst

Jennifer L Lucas (1998)

Assistant Professor

of Psychology

as. Auburn University

M.S., Kansas State University

Ph.D., Kansas State University

Jennifer Lund (2000)
Director of Intemational
Education; Assistant Professor
of Education

BA, University of Tennessee
MA, Peabody College of
Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., University of Florida

MiCHAa R. Lynn (1998)
Assistant Professor of History
BA Pacific Luthemn University
as.. Pacific Luthemn University
MA, University of Wisconsin-
Madison

Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-
Madison

SAiiY A. MacEwen (1982)
Associate Professor of Classical
Languages and Literatures
BA. Mount Holyoke College
MA, University of
Pennsylvania
Ph.D., Un'rversity of
Pennsylvania

Theodore K. Matoews (1967)
Professor of Music
A a, Brown University
A.M.T.. Harvard University
Ph.D., University of Michigan

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Dennis McCann (1999)

Wallace M. Alston Professor

of Bible and Religion

A.B., St. Charles Borromeo

Seminary

S.T.L, Gregorian University

MA, University of Cliicago

Divinity School

Ph.D., University of Chicago

Divinity School

Terry s. McGehee (1976)
Professor of Art
BA, Queens College
M.FA, Washington University,
St. Louis

Virginia Moreland (1993)
Director of Library Services
BA, University of Rhode Island
MA, Boston College
M.L.I.S., University of
California, Berkeley

Christopher Moseiiy (2001)

Visiting Instructor in

Mathematics

BA, Houghton College

A.B.D., University of North

Carolina, Chapel Hill

Laura Mungavin-Salva (2001)
Visiting Instructor in Spanish
BA, State University of New
York at Plattsburgh
MA, University at Albany

Yvonne D. Newsome (1998)

Assistant Professor of

Sociology

BA, University of Memphis

MA, University of Memphis

Ph.D., Northwestern University

GiSELA NORAT (1993)
Associate Professor of Spanish
as., St. Peter's College
BA, Montclair State College
MA, New York University,
Madrid

Ph.D., Washington University,
St. Louis

Rafael Ocasio (1989)

Associate Professor of Spanish

BA, University of Puerto Rico

MA, Eastern New Mexico

University

Ph.D., University of Kentucky

Gretchen Papazian (2001)

Visiting Assistant Professor

of English

BA, University of Chicago

MA, Pennsylvania State

University

Ph.D., University of Wisconsin,

Milwaukee

Richard Parry (1967)

Fuller E. Callaway Professor

of Philosophy

BA, Georgetown University

MA, Yale University

Ph.D., University of North

Carolina

John F. Pilger (1979)

Professor of Biology

as.. University of Southern

California

Ph.D., University of Southern

California

Patooa G. Pinka (1969)

Professor of English

BA, University of Pittsburgh

MA, San Francisco State

College

Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh

Tina Pippin (1989)
Associate Professor
of Religious Studies
BA. Mars Hill College
M.Div., Candler School of
Theology

M.Th., Southern Baptist
Theological Seminary
Ph.D., Southern Baptist
Theological Seminary

Hong Qu (2002)

Assistant Professor of Religious

Studies

BA, Northwest University

(China)

BA, Beijing University

Ph.D., Chinese Academy of

Social Sciences

George A. Redmond (1999)
Visiting Associate Professor
of Economics

B.BA, Assumption College
M.BA, Assumption College

Martha W. Rees (1990)

Associate Professor

of Anthropology

BA, University of Colorado

MA, University of Colorado

Ph.D., University of Colorado

A. Page Remiuard (1997)
Director of Athletics; Instructor
in Physical Education
B.S., California Polytechnic
State University, Pomona
MA, University of La Verne

Erin Richman (2001)

Visiting Assistant Professor of

Psychology

BA, University of Central

Florida

M.S., University of Georgia

Ph.D., University of Georgia

Lawrence H. Riddle (1989)

Professor of Mathematics

as., Carnegie-Mellon

University

M.S., University of Illinois

Ph.D., University of Illinois

Rum L RniR (1999)

Assistant Professor

of Chemistry

as., Tennessee Technical

University

M.S., Tennessee Technical

University

Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

Roger Rothman (2000)
Assistant Professor of Art
BA, Princeton University
M.FA, Hunter college
MA, Columbia University
Ph.D., Columbia University

Neli Ruby (2001)

Visiting Assistant Professor

of Art

BA, Rice University

M.FA., Washington University

Donna L Sadler (1986)
Associate Professor of Art
BA, Boston University
MA, Indiana University
Ph.D., Indiana University

Dudley Sanders (1979)
Associate Professor of Theatre
A.B., Kenyan College
M.FA, Northwestern University

Edward Sayre (2001)

Assistant Professor

of Economics

BA, University of Toronto

MA., Carieton University,

Ottawa

Ph.D., Yale University

Rosalyn P. Schenbeck (1998)
Visiting Associate Professor
of Music

B.S.,SUNY at Potsdam
M.S.,SUNY at Potsdam
D.MA, University of Colorado-
Boulder

MiCHAa SCHUG (1998) j

Assistant Professor of Spanish j
BA, Dickinson College i

MA, Middlebury College \

Ph. D., University of Texas at
Austin j

I
Catherine V. Scorr (1984)
Professor of Political Science
BA, University of Florida
MA, Emory University
Ph.D., Emory University

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Leticia M. Seymour (1997)

Visiting Assistant Professor of

Spanish

BA, Unversidad National

Autonoma de Mexico

MA, Emory University

Pli.D., Emory University

Edmund J. Sheehey (1987)
Hal & Julia T. Smith Professor
of Free Enterprise
BA, Fordham University
MA, Fordham University
Ph.L, Woodstock College
M.Div., Woodstocl< College
Ph.D., Michigan State
University

Laura Sugg (2000)

Julia Thompson Smith

Chaplain; Assistant Professor

of Religious Studies

BA, University of Virginia

M.Div., Yale University Divinity

School

Ph.D., University of Edinburgh,

Scotland

David S. Thompson (1998)
Associate Professor of Theatre
BA, University of Tennessee
M.FA, University of Tennessee
Ph.D., University of Texas at
Austin

k

Karen Thompson (1992)
Associate Professor of Biology
BA, Occidental College
Ph.D., University of Oregon

Peggy Thompson (1985)

Professor of English

BA, Arizona State University

MA (Philosophy), Emory

University

MA, (Humanities), Arizona

State University

MA, (English), Indiana

University

Ph.D., Indiana University

Edward Tilson (2001)

Assistant Professor of French

BA, University of Toronto

MA, Carleton University,

Ottawa

Ph.D., Yale University

WiLUE TOLUVER (1996)
Assistant Professor of English
BA, Williams College
MA, University of Chicago
Ph.D., University of Chicago

Franqne Travis (2000)
Assistant Dean of the College;
Director of Academic Advising
BA, University of North
Carolina, Charlotte
M.S., Indiana University

Martino Traxler (1999)

Visiting Assistant Professor of

Philosophy

BA, Tufts University

MA, Cornell University

Ph.D., Cornell University

Laura Vanderbeck (2001)

Head Basketball Coach;

Sports Information Director;

Instructor

B.S., Greenville College

M.S., Indiana State University

T. Leon Venabie (1983)

Associate Professor of

Chemistry

B.S., Davidson College

Ph.D., University of Virginia

Jane West (1994)

Associate Professor of

Education

B.S., Mississippi College

MA, Louisiana State

University

Ed.D., University of Georgia

Ingrid Wieshofer (1970)
Professor of German
Teacher's Diploma, University
of Vienna
Ph.D., University of Vienna

ISA WiiiiAMS (1995)

Assistant Professor of Women's

Studies; Director of the Atlanta

Semester

BA, Spelman College

MA, Georgia State University

Ph.D., Emory University

Harry Wistrand (1974)

Professor of Biology

BA, Austin College

MA, University of North Texas

Ph.D., Arizona State University

Feng Xu (1998)

Assistant Professor of Political

Science

BA, Beijing Foreign

Languages Institute

MA, York University

Ph.D., York University

Rosemary Lvy Zumwalt

(2001)

Vice President for Academic

Affairs/Dean of the College;

Professor of Anthropology

BA, University of California,

Santa Cruz

MA, University of California,

Berkeley

Ph.D.. University of California,

Berkeley

l1

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Emeritae/i Faculty and Staff

(Dates in parentheses indicate the beginning and ending of service at Agnes Scott College.)

Faculty

Mary Virginia Allen, Ph.D.

(1948-1951; 1954-1979)
Professor of French

GUNTHER BiCKNESE, DR.PHIL.
(1976-1991)

Professor of German

Sarah Blanshei, Ph.D.

(1990-1997)

Dean of the College;

Professor of History

Christabel p. Braunrot,
Ph.D.

(1976-1995)
Associate Professor of
French

Jack T. Brooking, Ph.D.

(1974-1985)
Professor of Theatre

Ronald L Byrnside, Ph.D.

(1975-2000)

Professor of Music

Michael J. Brown, Ph.D.
(1960-1962; 1965-1998)
Professor of History

Frances Clark Calder,
Ph.D.

(1953-1969; 1974-1986)
Professor of French

John J. Carey, Ph.D.
(1989-1998)
Professor of Religious
Studies

KwAi Sing Chang, Ph.D.
(1956-1986)
Professor of Bible and
Religion

HuGUEHE D. Chatagnier,

Ph.D

(1969-1993)

Associate Professor of
French

Alice J. Cunningham, Ph.D.
(1966-1967; 1968-1992)
Professor of Chemistry

Miriam Koontz Drucker,
Ph.D.

(1955-1990)
Professor of Psychology

Mary Walker Fox, B A

(1937-1944; 1952-1979)
Instructor In Chemistry

Julia T. Gary, Ph.D.

(1957-1984)

Dean of the College;

Professor of Chemistry

John Lewis Gignilliat, Ph.D.
(1969-1989)
Associate Professor of
History

Nancy Pence Groseclose,
Ph.D.

(1947-1979)
Professor of Biology

Mary Eloise Herbert, MA

(1954-1991)
Associate Professor of
Spanish

Judith B. Jensen, M.LS.

(1977-1993)

Librarian

Edward C. Johnson, Ph.D.
(1965-1995)
Associate Professor of
Economics

C. Benton Kline, Jr. , Ph.D.

(1951-1969)

Dean of the Faculty,

Professor of Philosophy

Raymond Jones Martin,
S.M.D.

(1950-1986)
Professor of Music;
College Organist

Michael McDowell, MA

(1950-1975)
Professor of Music

Kate McKemie, Ed.D.

(1956-1988)
Professor of Physical
Education

Mollie Merrick, MA

(1959-1999)

Associate Dean of Students

Jack L Nelson, Ph.D.
(1962-1995)
Professor of English

Lillian Newman, M.Ln.
(1948-1991)
Associate Librarian

Marie Sophie Huper Pepe,
Ph.D.

(1951-1986)
Professor of Art

Margaret W. Pepperdene,

Ph.D.

(1956-1985)

Professor of English

Regine p. Reynolds-Cornell

(1986-1997)

Professor of French

Sara L Ripy, Ph.D.

(1958-1989)

Professor of Mathematics

Ruth Schmidt, Ph.D.

(1982-1994)

President of the College

Mary Boney Sheats, Ph.D.,
L.H.D., LLD.

(1949-1983)
Professor of Bible and
Religion

John A. Tumblin, Jr., Ph.D.

(1961-1990)

Professor of Sociology and

Anthropology

Ronald B. Wilde, MAT.

(1965-1978)
Assistant Professor of
Mathematics

Staff

Mary Alverta Bond, B A
(1960-1994)

Administrative Assistant to
the President

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Administration and Staff

Ojjice of the President

Mary Brown Bullock '66,

B.A., MA, Ph.D.
President of the College

Lea Ann Hudson '76, B.A.
Director of the Office of the
President; Secretary of the
Board

Academic Affairs

Rosemary L^vy Zumwalt,
B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Vice President for Academic
Affairs/Dean of the College;
Professor of Anthropology

LERITA COLEArtAN BROWN,
B.A.. Ph.D.

Associate Dean of the
College; Professor of
Psychology

Robert M. Hilgenfeld, b.a.,
M.A., Ph.D.

Director of Information
Technology Services

Virginia F. Moreland, b.a.,

M.A., M.LI.S.

Director of Library Services

Mary K. Owen Jarboe '68,

B.A.
Registrar

Jennifer Lund, b.a., m.a.,

Ph.D.

Director of International

Education; Assistant

Professor of Education

Francine Travis, B.A., M.S.
Assistant Dean of the
College; Director of
Academic Advising

ISA WllUAMS BA, MA, Ph.D.
Director of the Atlanta
Semester; Assistant Professor
of Women's Studies

Studmt Life and Community
Relations

Qui. Pardue Hudson '68,
B.A., M.A.T.

Vice President for Student
Life and Community
Relations; Dean of Students

Stephanie S. Balmer, b.s.,

M.B.A.

Associate Vice President for

Enrollment; Director of

Admission

Betty Derrick '68, B.A.,

M.A.

Special Assistant to the Vice
President for Student Life
and Community Relations;
Dean of Students

John Lua, b.b.a., m.a.,

Ph.D.

Director of Counseling

Catherine McGraw, b.a.,

m.a.

Associate Dean of Students

A. Page Remillard, B.S.,

M.A.

Director of Athletics

Laura Sugg, b.a., M.Div.,

Ph.D.

Julia Thompson Smith

Chaplain

Business and Finance

William E. Gailey, B.S.,

M.B.A.

Vice President for Business

and Finance

Marlene Collins, B.A.
Director of Facility
Operations

Rus Drew, B.S.
Director of Public Safety

Karen Gilbert, B.s.
Director of Human
Resources

Karen L Roy, B.A., M.B.A.
Associate Vice President for
Finance

/ns(i(i((roiii)l Advancement

Lewis E. Thayne, B.A., M.A.,

Ph.D.

Vice President for

Institutional Advancement

Mary G. Ackerly, b.a.
Director of Communications

Adelia p. Thompson, b.a.
Assistant Vice President for
Develpment

Marilyn Hammond '68,
B.A., M.B.A.
Director of Alumnae
Relations

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Board of Trustees

200 i -2002

Officers of the Board

Joseph R. Gladden, Jr.

Chairperson

Frances Bailey Graves '63
Vice Ciiairperson

Lea Ann Grimes Hudson '76

Secretary

Mary Brown bullock *66

Ex Officio,

President of the College

Members of the Board

Ann Stein Alperin '58
Executive Director (retired)
Young Audiences of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia

Kathy Blee Ashe '68

State Representative
Atlanta, Georgia

Ila L Burdette '81
Principal
Perkins & Will
Atlanta, Georgia

Clark E. Candler

Attorney

McCurdy & Candler
Decatur, Georgia

W. BuRLETTE Carter '82
Professor of Law
The George Washington
University
Washington, D.C.

J. Wallace Daniel

The Managing Director
JWD Industrial
Decatur, Georgia

JoAnn Sawyer Delafield '58

New York, New York

Joseph R. Gladden, Jr.

Executive Vice President and
General Counsel (retired)
The Coca-Cola Company
Atlanta, Georgia

J. William Goodhew
Vice President
Intelligent Systems
Norcross, Georgia

Frances Bailey Graves '63

Atlanta, Georgia

James P. Hendrix.Jr.

Headmaster
The Lovett School
Atlanta, Georgia

Rebecca Bruce Jones '63

Instructor in Chemistry
University of North Carolina
at Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina

Harriet M. King '64

Senior Vice Provost for
Academic Affairs
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia

Christopher M. Little

President (retired)
Meredith Corporation
Publishing Group
McDowell, Virgina

Clair McLeod Muller '67

Council Member
Atlanta City Council
Atlanta, Georgia

J. Phillips Noble, Jr.
Phil Noble and Associates
Politics Online
Charleston, South Carolina

Mildred Love Petty '61

Atlanta, Georgia

Louise Hill Reaves '54

Stone Mountain, Georgia

Dorothy Quiluan Reeves '49
Atlanta, Georgia

Sally A. Skardon '70

Director of Development
South Carolina Governor's
School for the Arts and
Humanitites
Greenville, South Carolina

Susan L Gambii Smattiers '75
Jacksonville, Florida

Jesse J. Spikes

Attorney

Long, Aldridge & Norman

Atlanta, Georgia

Linda Grant Teasley '61
Tampa, Florida

Jean Hoefer Toal '62

Chief Justice

Supreme Court of South

Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina

Sara Eqor Vagliano '63

Norfolk, Connecticut

Dan C. West

Vice President for Alumni,
Development and Public
Relations

Swarthmore College
Swarthmore, Pennsylvania

E. Jenner Wood, III

Chairman, President and
CEO SunTrust Bank, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia

Trustees Emeriti and
Emeritae

Dorothy H. Addison '43

Atlanta, Georgia

Mary Alverta Bond '53

Secretary Emerita
Decatur, Georgia

Elizabeth H. Cameron '43
Wilmington, North Carolina

Evelyn B. Christman '40
New Orleans, Louisiana

Harry A. Fifield

Roswell, Georgia

Katherine a. Geffcken '49

Atlanta, Georgia

L LGellerstedt.Jr.
Atlanta, Georgia

Ben S. Gilmer
Atlanta, Georgia

Anne R. Jones '46
Atlanta, Georgia

Betty S. Noble '44

Decatur, Georgia

M. Lamar Oglesby
Atlanta, Georgia

J. Davison Philips
Decatur, Georgia

Mary W. Read
Danville, Kentucky

Hansford Sams, Jr.
Decatur, Georgia

Hal L Smith
Atlanta, Georgia

Samuel R.Spencer, Jr.
Davidson, North Carolina

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124

Index

A

B

Absences

42

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

72

Academic

Biology Courses

73

Advising

35

Board of Trustees

124

Degree Requirements

35

Business Preparatory Program

75

Dismissal

47

Exemptions

38

c

Honors

50

Calendars

128

Probation

46

Campus History

10

Scholarships

30

Campus Life

12

Warning

46

Campus Organizations

14

Acceleration

60

Campus Safety

19

Accreditation

10

Career Planning

16

Activities

14.15

Center for Writing and Speaking

17

Adding courses

41

Chaplain

16

Administration and Staff

123

Chemistry Courses

75

Admission (see also Irene K. Woodruff Program)

Class Attendance

42

Admission After Junior Year

23

Classical Languages and Literatures Courses

77

Admission Policy

20

Classical Courses in English

78

Application

20

Greek

77

Advanced Placement Credit

20

Latin

78

Deadlines

22

Classification

46

Disabilities

21

College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB)

20

Early admission

23

Completion of Semester Courses

43

Entrance Examinations

20

Computer Facilities

17

Entrance Requirements

20

Confidentiality of Student Records

44

Health Record

21

Counseling Services

Homeschooled Students

23

Career Planning

15

International Students

23

College Chaplain

16

International Transfer Students

24

Financial Aid

30

Interviews

21

Health Services

15

Irene K. Woodruff Program

25

Personal Counseling

15

Joint Enrollment

23

Course Loads

41

Overnight visits

21

Course Numbering

41

Part-time Students

23

Courses of Study

69

Transfer Students

23

Creative and Expository Writing Courses

86

Transient Students

24

Cross Registration

60

Advanced Placement

20

Advising

35

D

Africana Studies

69

Dance Courses

tl4

Agnes Irvine Scott

10

Dean's Honor List

52

Agnes Scott College, History

10

Degree Requirements

35

Agnes Scott College, Mission and Purpose

5

Depth Standards

38

Agnes Scott College, Values

6

Directions to Campus

129

American College Test (ACT)

20

Disabilities

21

Anthropology Courses

109

Disciplinary Probation, Suspension and Dismissal

46

Application

20

Dismissal. Academic

47

Applied Music Courses

99

Disputed Final Grades

43

Art Courses

70

Distributional Standards

3S

History and Theory

70

Distributional Standards Exemptions

38

Studio

71

Dropping Courses

43

Astronomy Courses

104

Dual Degree Programs

Athletic Facilities

19

Georgia Institute of Technology

<4

Athletic Program

15

Washington University

E

4

Atlanta

8

Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education

60

Early Admission

3

Atlanta Semester

60,72

Early Decision

22

Attendance

42

Economics Courses

79

Auditing Courses

42

Economics and Business Major

79

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Index

Education Courses
Emergency Withdrawal
Employee Admission
English Courses

Creative and Expository Writing

Literature
Ensemble Courses
Entrance Examinations
Entrance Requirements
Exchange Programs, Mills College
Exchange Programs, Overseas Studies
Extracurricular Activities
Environmental Studies Courses

F

Faculty

Faculty Lead Study Abroad Experiences

Fees

Final Examinations

Financial Aid

Grants

Irene K. Woodruff Program

Loans

Overseas Studies

Scholarships
First-Year Seminars

Fitness and Health Assessment Courses
French Courses

German Courses
Global Avi/areness
Global Connections
Good Standing
Grade Disputes
Grades

Graduate Study
Graduation Honors
Grants
Greek Courses

H

Health Insurance
Health Record
Health Services
History Courses
History of Art Courses
History of the College
Homeschooled Applicants
Honor List
Honor System
Housing

I

Incompletes

Independent Study Abroad Experiences

Independent Study (490)

International

Baccalaureate

Education

81

Relations

90

47

Student Exchange Program

56

24

Students

23.34

83

Transfer Students

23

86

Irene K. Woodruff Program

25

84

Admission

25

100

Audit Status

26

20

Financial Aid

25.34

20

Health Record

25

64

Interviews and Visits

26

56

Non-degree Candidates

26

14

Previous Academic Experience

25

86

Time Limits

26

Transfer Credit

25

7, 118

J

55

Japanese Courses

96

27

joint Enrollment

23

43

Judicial Review Committee

49

30

30

L

25.34

Language across the Curriculum (LAC)

62

31.33

Latin Courses

78

57

Law, Preparation for the Study of

67

30 ~

Leave of Absence

40

87

Library

17

102

Lifetime Activities Courses

102

93

Literature Courses

84

Loans

31

Location

8.129

94

55.87

M

55

Majors (Depth Standards)

38

46

Master of Arts in Teaching Early Childhood Education

63, 66, 81

43

Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary English

66

41

Mathematics Courses

91

66

Mathematics-Economics Courses

92

50

Mathematics-Physics Courses

92

30

Medical Report

21,25

77

Medicine, Preparation for the Study of

66

Mills College Exchange Program

64

Minors

38

28

Mission and Purpose of the College

5

21,25

Modern Foreign Languages and Literatures Courses

92

15

French

93

87

German

94

70

Japanese

96

10

Spanish

96

23

Multicultural Affairs

13

52

Music Courses

98

12

Applied

99

12

Appreciation

98

Ensemble

100

Theory and History

98

41.43

55

61

Organizations and Clubs

14

Orientation

12

21

Orientation, International Students

19

7. 18. 54

Overnight Visits

21

A(jnes Scott College Catalog 2001-2003

126

Index

Pass/Fail Option

Payment Policy

Personal Counseling

Philosophy Courses

Physical Education and Athletics Course

Fitness and Health Assessment

Lifetime Activities

Specialized Activities

Team Sports

Varsity, Intercollegiate and Club Sports
Physics & Astronomy Courses

Physics

Astronomy
Political Science Courses
Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Program
Pre-law Study
Pre-medicine Study
Probation, Academic
Psychology Courses

Public Leadership Education Network (PLEN)
Public Safety

Readmission

Re-examinations

Refund Policy

Registration

Religious Studies Courses

Religious Thought and Social Context

Sacred Text and Traditions

Special Studies in Religion

World Religions
Repeating Courses
Requirements for the Degree

Depth Standards

Distributional Standards

Exemptions

Residence Requirement

Restrictions

Social and Cultural Analysis Standard

Specific Standards
Research Scholars Program
Residence Halls
Residence Life
Residence Requirement
Room and Board Fees
ROTC

Sacred Text and Tradition Courses
Scholarship

Decision

Overseas Studies

Scholarships
Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT I)
Social and Cultural Analysis Standard
Sociology and Anthropology Courses

Sociology

Anthropology

41

Spanish Courses

27

Speaking Center

15

Special Curricular Opportunities

100

Special Studies in Religion Courses

lot

Special Study (410)

102

Specialized Activities Courses

102

Specific Standards

103

Specific Standards Exemptions

102

Spiritual Life

103

Sports Activities

103

Staff

104

Student Activities

104

Student Designed IVIajors

105

Student Government

66

Student Housing

67

Studio Art Courses

66

Study Abroad

46

Summer School

109

Suspension

64

19

T

Teaching Certification

Team Sports Courses

24

Telephone System

43

Tests

28

Theatre and Dance Courses

41

Dance

111

Theatre

112

Theory and History of Music Courses

111

Tradition

113

Transfer

112

Credit

42

Credit Evaluation

35

Transfer Students

38

Transient Students

36

Trustees

38

Tuition and Fees

39

36

V

36

Values

35

Varsity, Intercollegiate and Club Sports

62

Vehicle Registration

12

Visits

12

39

w

27

Washington Semester

64

Withdrawing from the College

22

58
30

20
36
107

Withdrawing from Courses
Women's Studies Courses
World Religion Courses
Writing Center

Y

Year Five

108
108
96
17
60

"3

62
103
35

38

16

15

123

14.15
63

12
12
71

54
39
47

63. 66, 81
102
28
43
"3
114
114
98
8

39
39
23
24
124

27

6
103

29
21

65
40
42
116

U2

>7

127

A^nes Scott College Catalog 2001-2003

Academic Calendars

2001-2002

2002-2003 [tenative]

Fall Semester

International Students Arrive

New Students Arrive

Returning Students Arrive

Registration for Returning
Students

Registration for New Students

First Day of Classes

Labor Day Holiday

Black Cat

Fall Break

Thanksgiving Break

Last Day of Classes
Reading Days

Exams Begin
Exams End

Spring Semester

Students Arrive
Registration
First Day of Classes
MLK Holiday
Spring Break

Easter Break

Last Day of Classes

Reading Days

Exams Begin
Exams End
Exams for Seniors

Baccalaureate
Commencement

Tuesday, August 2 1
Friday, August 24
Sunday, August 26
Monday, August 27

Tuesday, August 28

Wednesday, August 29

Monday, September 3

Friday, October 5 to
Saturday, October 6

Thursday, October 18 to
Friday, October 19

Wednesday, November 2 1 to
Friday, November 23

Monday, December 10

Tuesday, December 1 1 to
Wednesday, December 12

Thursday, December 1 3

Tuesday, December 1 8

Monday, January 14

Tuesday, January 15

Wednesday, January 16

Monday, January 21

Monday, March 1 1 to
Friday, March 15

Friday, March 29 to

Tuesday, April 30

Wednesday, May 1 to
Thursday, May 2

Friday, May 3

Wednesday, May 8

Thursday, May 2 to
Wednesday, May 8

Friday, May 10

Saturday, May 1 1

Fall Semester

International Students Arrive

Nev/ Students Arrive

Returning Students Arrive

Registration for Returning
Students

Registration for New Students

First Day of Classes

Labor Day F^oliday

Black Cat

Fall Break

Thanksgiving Break

Last Day of Classes
Reading Days

Exams Begin
Exams End

Spring Semester

MLK Holiday
Students Arrive
Registration
First Day of Classes
Spring Break

Easter Break

Last Day of Classes

Reading Days

Exams Begin

Exams End
Exams for Seniors

Baccalaureate
Commencement

Tuesday, August 20
Friday, August 23
Sunday, August 25
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Wednesday, December 1 1

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Directions to Agnes Scott College

From 1-75.

From the West on I-20,

From the South on I-85,

From Atlanta's Hartsfield International Airport:

Take 1-75/85 to the Freedom Parkway exit.
Continue on Freedom Parkway until it ends at

Ponce de Leon Avenue.
Turn right and follow W. Ponce de Leon

toward Decatur
At the traffic light immediately following

arched railroad trestle, bear to the right as W.

Ponce de Leon forks to the right.
- Turn right onto W. Trinity Place,
f Turn right onto N. McDonough Street.
Follow N. McDonough across the railroad to

Agnes Scott College.

From the North on I-85:

Take 1-85 to the Clairmont Road exit
Turn left onto Clairmont Road.
Turn right onto Commerce Drive.
Turn left onto W. Trinity Place.
Turn right onto N. McDonough

Street.
Follow N. McDonough across the

railroad to Agnes Scott College.

From the East on I-285 or I-20:

Take 1-285 to Stone Mountain Freeway,
Highway 78 exit.

Co west on Highway 78 approximately 3
miles (street name changes to Scott
Boulevard),

Turn left onto Clairmont Road

Turn right onto Commerce Drive.

Turn left onto W. Trinity Place.

Turn right onto N. McDonough Street.

Follow N. McDonough across the railroad to
Agnes Scott College.

Visitor parl<ing:

Visitor parking at Agnes Scott is on the "Main
Loop" in front of the campus on East College
Avenue and in the West Parking facility on

S. McDonough Street.

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Notes

Notes

Notes

AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE

CAMPUS MAP

COLLEGE BUILDINGS

PRIMARY VISITOR VENUES

1 Agnes Scott Hall {"Main")

2 Rebekah Scott Hall

Office of Admission

3 Presser Hall

Gaines Chapel
Maclean Auditorium

4 ButtrickHall

5 Letitia Pate Evans Hall
Dining Hall

6 Alston Campus Center

7 McCain Library

8 Anna Young Alumnae House

9 Campbell Hall

10 Dana Fine Arts Building
Winter Theatre
The Dalton Gallery

11 Dance Center

12 Woodruff Physical Activities
Building

13 Bradley Observatory and
Delafield Planetarium

26 Science Building
(Opening 2003)

STUDENT RESIDENCES

1 Agnes Scott Hall ("Main")

2 Rebekah Scott Hall

14 Hopkins Hall

15 Inman Hall

16 Walters Hall

17 WinshipHall

18 Residential Village

19 Avery Glen Apartments

OTHER BUILDINGS

20 Office of Facilities/Central
Receiving

21 President's Home

22 342 South McDonough

23 Public Safety

PARKING

24 West Parking

25 "Main Loop" (Visitor Only
Parking)

Visitor parking at Agnes
Scott is on the "Main Loop"
in front of the campus on
East College and in the West
Parking facility on South
McDonough Street.

HOW TO FIND US

BY AIR

Hartsfield Atlanta International
Airport is serviced by 30 airlines.
And for 80 percent of the U.S. pop-
ulation, the flight is two hours or
less. For international passengers,
non-stop and one-stop single plane
service is offered from 58 cities
around the world. Taxi fare from the
airport is approximately $30.

BY SUBWAY

Agnes Scott's campus is a short
three-block walk from Atlanta's
subway system, known as marta.
Take the East-West line to Decatur
Station. Exit the terminal on the
Church Street side and head south
(toward the corner of Trinity and
Church). Use the pedestrian tunnel
to pass beneath the railroad tracks;
you will emerge at the College
Avenue entrance to campus.

BY CAR

From 1-75, from the West on I-20,
from the South on I-85 and from
Attanta's Hartsfield International
Airport:

Take I-75/85 to the Freedom
Parkway exit. Continue on Freedom
Parkway until it ends at Ponce de
Leon Avenue. Turn right and follow
West Ponce de Leon toward Decatur.
At the traffic light immediately fol-
lowing arched railroad trestle, bear
to the right as West Ponce de Leon
forks to the right. Turn right onto
West Trinity Place. Turn right onto
North McDonough Street. Follow
North McDonough across the rail-
road to Agnes Scott College.

From the North on I-85:
Take 1-85 to the Clairmonl Road
exit. Turn left onto Clairmonl Road
Turn right onto Commerce Drive. Tu
left onto West Trinity Place. Turn
right onto North McDonough Strei
Follow North McDonough across
the railroad to Agnes Scott Collegi

From the East on I-285 or I-20:

Take I-285 to Stone Mountain Fre
way, Highway 78 exit. Go west on
Highway 78 approximately three
miles (street name changes to Sco
Boulevard). Turn left onto Clairmo
Road. Turn right onto Commerce
Drive. Turn left onto West Trinity
Place. Turn right onto North

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