LAGRANGE

COLLEGE

at Albany

www.lagrange.edu/albany

Albany, Georgia
Bulletin 2006 - 2007

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MISSION STA TEMENT FOR lAGRANGE COLLEGE at ALBANY

THE MISSION OF LAGRANGE COLLEGE AT ALBANY IS TO
PROVIDE PRIVATE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT THE SENIOR
COLLEGE LEVEL TO THE SOUTHWEST GEORGIA AREA,
CENTERED IN ALBANY; TO CHALLENGE THE MINDS AND
INSPIRE THE SOULS OF THE STUDENTS ENROLLED; TO
EMPLOY LEADING PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES IN
ACHIEVING THESE GOALS; AND TO PRODUCE THE
ECONOMIC RESOURCES NECESSARY TO PERPETUATE AND
EXPAND THE PROGRAM

LaGrange College, established in 1831, is owned by the North Georgia
Conference of The United Methodist Church. LaGrange College is proud of
this relationship and believes that its mission is an extension of the work of
The United Methodist Church. LaGrange College is committed to the free,
uninhibited pursuit of truth. Academic freedom and free expression of
faculty and students are integral to the LaGrange College ethos.

LaGrange College is committed to challenging the minds and inspiring the
souls of students by improving their creative, critical and communicative
abilities. Faculty recognize the part they play in a student's development by
serving as mentors and role models. The total LaGrange College program
curricular and cocurricular is designed to challenge and support students
as they deal with fundamental issues of self, world, and God.

The principal curricular means by which the College assists students in the
improving of their creative, critical and communicative abilities are an
interdisciplinary, technologically sophisticated liberal arts program (A.A.,
B.A., B.S., B.M.), professional programs in business (B.B.A.), nursing (B.S.N.)
and education (B.A., M.Ed., M.A.T), and continuing education. The principal
cocurricular means is through a comprehensive program of student life and
athletics.

LaGrange College strives to be a caring and ethical community. The hallmark
of the LaGrange College community is the quest for civility, diversity, service,
and excellence.

LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age or disability.

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www.lagrange.edu/albany

Bulletin 2006 -2007
Albany, Georgia

Office Hours

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Friday - 9AM TO 1 2 NOON

229.420.8000

Scope of This Publication

This publication has been prepared for LaGrange College at Albany, a
division of LaGrange College, LaGrange, Georgia. This publication includes
admission-related material as well as policies and procedures through the
year 2006-2007. This publication supplements the current Bulletin of
LaGrange College. The program offered by LaGrange College at Albany is a
well-defined and discrete program. It Is a degree-completion program (no
courses in general education are offered). The Albany program is designed
for more mature students who have been In the workplace for several years.
The major. Organizational Leadership, is Interdisciplinary. It emphasizes
liberal arts. Students matriculate as a cohort group and remain together for
the duration of the program. Teamwork and collaborative learning are
emphasized. Because of these Important distinctions, there are policies and
procedures for Albany that differ from those at LaGrange College in
LaGrange. Where this document is silent, the policies are the same on both
campuses. Where this document addresses a policy or procedure, that
statement takes precedence over the LaGrange College (LaGrange) Bulletin
for students enrolled in Albany.

This publication is accurate at the time It Is prepared. It is certain that a few
policies and procedures will need to be modified. Enrolled students and
students applying for admission will be Informed of changes that will affect
them. Changes will be made in the context of serving students better.

This publication will be updated for the year 2007-2008.

LaGrange College reserves the right to make modifications in the degree
requirements, courses, schedules, calendar, regulations, fees and other
changes deemed necessary or conducive to the efficient operation of the
college. Such changes become effective as announced by the proper
college authorities.

For LaGrange College at Albany these changes may include, but not be
limited to the following: combining cohort groups, deferring starting a
course, changing the order of the courses, and changing the curriculum.
Should changes be necessary, the student will not have more
requirements than are detailed in this publication.

Table of Contents

Accreditation 6

Admission 6

Access 8

Earning Credit Through the United States Armed Forces Institute

and Service Schools 8

Financial Information 9

Refund Policies -Tuition and Fees 10

Federal Tax Credits 12

Student Life 17

Student Records 21

Student Grievance Procedure 23

Career Planning and Placement 24

Counseling and Testing 24

Honor Code 25

Information Technology and Academic Support Services 27

Academic Program and Degree Requirements 27

Academic Honors 29

Class Attendance Regulations 29

Course Descriptions 30

Glossary of Terms 35

Communications Directory 36

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Calendar for Instruction and Holidays
at LaCrange College at Albany

July 2006 -August 2007

Unless otherwise noted, classes meet on a Monday -Thursday basis
from 6:00 -10:00 p.m.

July 3 -5

Summer Break

(no classes, office closed)

September 4

Labor Day

(office closed, no classes)

November 22 - 23

Thanks Giving

(no classes, office closed)

December 23 -31

Christmas Break

(no classes, office closed)

January 1 -2

New Years

(no classes, office closed)

January 3

College open, classes resi

January 15

M. L. King Holiday

(no classes, office closed)

April 4 -10

Easter Break

(no classes, office closed)

May 28

Memorial Day

(no classes, office closed)

July 2 -5

Summer Break

(no classes, office closed)

Accreditation

LaGrange College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,
Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award the
degrees of Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of
Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Education and Master of
Arts in Teaching.

LaGrange College is also approved by the United Methodist University
Senate. It has membership in the National Association of Independent
Colleges and the Georgia Foundation for Independent Colleges. The Georgia
Professional Standards Commission, which confers professional certificates
upon college graduates meeting requirements in early childhood, middle
grades, or secondary education, has awarded highest approval to LaGrange
college's program of teacher education.

Admission

Clear Accept

Applicants must present the following indication of their readiness to
undertake senior-level study.

At least sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours of
acceptable transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution.
(Many successful applicants may already have a four-year degree
in another area.)

A 2.0 GPA on all college work, which must include at least 30
semester hours of general education courses drawn from and
including at least one course from each of the following areas:
English Composition, Humanities, Lab Science, Mathematics,
History/Social Science.

Students under the age of twenty-five are not normally admitted
to LaGrange College at Albany. Exceptionally strong and mature
students under the age of twenty-five who are employed full-time
or who are married or have dependents may petition to be
admitted. Their petition should consist of a personal statement,
two letters of recommendation one of which should be from a
previous college instructor or adviser and the other should be
from the current employer. The petition and supporting letters
should emphasize the maturity of the student and the level of
experience that the student will bring to the cohort group. The

ability of the applicant to contribute to the growth of the group
through examples and background is the basis for the over-25
expectation. The petition is delivered to the Director of LaGrange
College at Albany who will review the applicant's petition and
other application materials. The Director will interview the
candidate by telephone or in person. The Director will prepare a
written recommendation and forward the recommendation to the
Vice President for Academic Affairs who will forward the petition
to the Director of Admission with a recommendation for action.

All transcripts of college-level work done.

Completed application that includes a personal statement, a
resume, usual application information for non-traditional students,
application fee, and a signed statement regarding full
understanding of the nature and structure of the Organizational
Leadership curriculum.

Deferred Accept

The acceptance of some students may be deferred until they have met
certain pre-entrance requirements:

Where the transferable credits are fewer than the requisite 60
semester hours or 90 quarter hours, students may be accepted
pending completion of the necessary course work at another
institution. LaGrange College at Albany recommends coursework
taken in this category.

Where the applicant's college GPA is less than the required 2.0,
the student may be asked to complete additional work at another
institution prior to matriculating at LaGrange College at Albany.
Their grades in those courses must demonstrate that they can be
successful in a senior-level college program. Coursework taken in
this category is to be specified by LaGrange College at Albany.

Where the applicant is lacking in one or more of the specific
courses required for admission, such as English Composition, the
student may be offered acceptance pending completion of the
course(s).

Access

LaGrange College at Albany admits qualified students of any race, color,
religious tradition, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges,
programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at
LaGrange College at Albany. It does not discriminate on the basis of sex,
race, color, religious tradition, national or ethnic origin in administration of
its educational policies, admissions policies, loan programs and other school-
administered programs.

Earning Credit Through United States Armed Forces
Institute and Service Schools

Courses taken through The United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) and
other recognized military educational programs are accepted in accordance
with the policy governing transfer work when presented on official transcripts
from accredited institutions. Up to nine (9) semester hours of elective credit
will be all for military service credit, including USAFI correspondence courses
and military service school courses as recommended by the American
Council on Education. Academic credit for one activity course in physical
education, up to a maximum of four (4) semester hours, will be awarded for
each two (2) months served in the Armed Forces. The maximum credit
possible, then, is thirteen (13) semester hours. The Registrar at LaGrange
College in LaGrange should be contacted in order to obtain appropriate
credit. The telephone number for the Registrar is 706.880.8237.

Financial Information

Payment of Charges

All charges for the semester are due and payable before the first class of
the semester begins.

Expenses

1. Admission (Application for Admission, not refundable) $20.00

2. Tuition, per semester hour, Albany only $366.00

3. General Fee \, per semester $60.00

4. Testing Fee , one time for all new students $1 60.00

5. Graduation (regardless of participation) $40.00

Semester

One

Two

Three

Four

Admission

$20.00

$0

$0

$0

Tuition

$5490

$4758

$4758

$4758

General

$60

$60

$60

$60

Testing

$160

$0

$0

$0

Graduation

$0

$0

$0

$40

Total

$5738

$4818

$4818

$4858

+ General Fee, half of the general fee is held in reserve for use
by the group to help fund their service/leadership project. The
remainder is used to reinforce strong group ties by helping to
fund group activities. The students determine the expenditure
of all of these monies.

The Testing Fee is required for the necessary pre-and post-
testing of students to measure outcomes and program
effectiveness.

Note: Students should expect to spend approximately $300 - $500 per
semester on textbooks. Students are also expected to have a personal
computer with Internet access. Depending on which Internet Service Provider
is selected, the cost ranges from $20-50 per month.

Refund Policies -Tuition and Fees

A student who plans to withdraw from the college must make an official
notification of his/her plan. The Director of LaCrange College at Albany has
been identified as the official office of notification. The student should also
consult the Financial Aid Office and the Business Office to determine the
financial consequences of a complete withdrawal.

Even though a student registers and pays for an entire semester, the courses
are taught sequentially. Students who withdraw prior to the first class receive
a 1 00% refund of tuition and fees. After the first class has met, and before
the second class has met, a student will receive a 50% refund for that class
and 100% refund for subsequent classes that have not started. An example:
A student has registered for the first semester (five courses), and he/she
completed the first course and the first class of the second course. The
student then withdraws. The withdrawing student receives a 100% refund for
the courses not started (the third, fourth and fifth) and a 50% refund for the
course that he just started. There is no refund for the courses completed nor
courses that have had their second class meeting.

No refund of any nature will be made to any student who is suspended or
dismissed for disciplinary reasons.

The Department of Education requires all unearned Title IV aid to be
returned to the program from which such aid was awarded. The College will
apply a credit to the student's account for all unearned "institutional
charges." The Department of Education defines "institutional charges" as all
charges for tuition, fees, and room and board, and expenses for required
course materials, if the student does not have a "real and reasonable
opportunity" to purchase the required course materials from any place but
the school.

Refund Policies for Students Receiving Financial Aid

LaGrange College does not advance any funds to students prior to the date
of enrolling.

A separate refund policy exists for new, first semester students who receive
Title IV federal financial assistance. Information is available in the Financial
Planning Office.

Georgia residents receiving credit for the Tuition Equalization Grant and the
HOPE Scholarship must be continuously enrolled for 14 days beyond drop
add to be eligible for these funds. Course drops reducing the course load
below 1 2 hours will result in the loss of these grants.

Financial aid is considered to be used for direct educational costs tuition,
fees, books, room and board. Therefore, if a student withdraws and is
scheduled to receive a refund, funds will be returned to the appropriate
program(s) from which the student received funds. The balance will be
refunded to the student.

A student will not receive a refund until all financial aid programs have been
reimbursed. Refunds will be returned in the order indicated in the
"Allocation Policy" below:

1'* to Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan Program

2""^ to Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan Program

3'^ to Federal Perkins Loan Program

4'^ to Federal PLUS Program

5'^ to Federal Pell Grant Program

6'^ to Federal SEOG Program

T"^ to other Title iV Programs

8'^ to other federal, state, or private programs

9'^ to the student

Official transcripts and diplomas are withheld from any student who has
a financial obligation to LaGrange College.

Student Repayment Policy

Students who receive cash disbursements after registration for that
enrollment period will be assessed liability for repayment of the appropriate
percentage of the refund due the Title IV programs upon withdrawal,
expulsion, or suspension.

Students who receive cash disbursements that are attributable to Federal

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Pell, SEOG, Perkins Loan, or SSIG programs may owe a repayment of these
funds to LaCrange College to prevent an overpayment. A student who owes
a repayment will be deemed ineligible for any financial assistance from any
source until the student has resolved the overpayment. Repayments will be
allocated to the student aid programs in the following order: Federal Perkins
Loan, Pell Grant, SEOG, other Title IV programs, and then to the institution.

Students have 45 days from the date of their notification to make
arrangements for repayment of the aid received. If they fail to make
satisfactory arrangements within the 45-day time period, the account will be
submitted to the Department of Education and the student could lose future
eligibility for financial aid programs.

Federal Tax Credits

The Tax Reform Act of 1997 provided two tax credits for higher education.
The "Hope Credit" Provides a $1 ,500 tax credit for the first two years of
postsecondary education in a program that leads to a degree, certificate, or
other recognized educational credential. The student must be enrolled at
least halftime. Qualified expenses are for tuition and fees and do not include
room, board, books, insurance, and other similar expenses.

The second tax credit is the "Lifetime Learning Credit" which provides a
$1 ,000 per year tax credit (per family). For additional information about
these two credits, please consult the Business Office or your tax preparer.

These tax credits are phased out as your modified adjusted gross income
exceeds certain limits. Please check with your tax advisor regarding these
limits.

General Financial Aid Information

You and your family are expected to contribute to the cost of college
attendance to the extent of your ability. However, realizing that it is not
always possible for a family to meet the expenses of college alone, federal
and state financial aid programs were established to assist families in paying
for college. To identify families in need of financial assistance, a general need
analysis form was developed. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) is the need analysis form used to determine your family's Expected
Family Contribution (EEC). The EEC is deducted from the Cost of Attendance
at LaGrange College, which is composed of tuition, fees, books, supplies,
room, board, transportation, and personal expenses, to determine a

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student's financial need. Your financial need determines financial aid
programs for which you qualify. Although financial need is a factor in most
financial aid programs, there are programs where financial need is not a
factor.

Applying for Financial Aid

Applicants for financial assistance (including HOPE Scholarship) must
complete the applicable financial aid application annually. Financial aid
applications are available at the LaGrange at Albany office or at the main
campus by contacting the Financial Aid Office at 1-888-253-9918. Students
interested in financial assistance must:

Complete a Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant Application
(applicable to Georgia residents only)

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
applicable to your academic calendar. Please include our Title IV
School Code (001 578) on your application to insure that we receive
your processed application. You may complete the FAFSA
electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Financial Aid Deadlines

You are encouraged to submit your financial aid application 6 weeks prior to
the beginning of the term.

General Financial Aid Fligibility Requirement

To be eligible for financial assistance, you must:

Be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien.

Have a high school diploma or a General Education Development

(GED) Certification, or pass an approved Abi I ity-to- Benefit test.

Be fully accepted for admission.

Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress towards the completion

of your degree program.

Not be in default on any federal educational loan or have made

satisfactory arrangements to repay the loan.

Not owe a refund on a federal or state grant.

Not have borrowed in excess of federal loan limits.

Be registered with Selective Service, if required.

Completing the Financial Aid Process

After your FAFSA is submitted to the Central Processor, you will receive a
Student Aid Report (SAR). LaGrange College will receive an electronic copy
of your SAR called an Institutional Student Information Report (ISIR). The
Financial Aid Office will review your ISIR to determine if additional

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information is needed to complete your financial aid file or to establish your
eligibility to participate in financial aid programs. If you are selected for
verification by the federal government or LaGrange College or have eligibility
issues, you will receive a "missing information letter" from the Financial Aid
Office requesting additional information.

If discrepancies are found as a result of verification, the Financial Aid Office
will transmit the corrected information to the Central Processor. You will
receive a revised Student Aid Report (SAR) reflecting the updated
information.

Financial Aid A wards

Once all documents necessary to determine your financial aid eligibility are
submitted and you are accepted for admission, you will receive a financial
aid award letter disclosing the financial aid programs available to assist you
with school. Your award letter will be mailed in duplicate to your permanent
mailing address. You must submit a signed copy of the award letter indicating
the financial aid programs you wish to accept or decline. You will also have
an opportunity to reduce or increase the amount of loan included in your
financial aid award. A copy of "Understanding Your Financial Aid Award
Letter," which explains information about the financial aid programs
included in your award letter and eligibility requirements, will accompany
your award letter and any supplemental forms necessary for the processing of
individual awards.

If you receive or expect to receive educational assistance from an outside
source, i.e. employer tuition reimbursement plan, veteran benefits,
vocational rehabilitation benefits, etc., you must report these resources to the
Financial Aid Office and provide a copy of the benefit or reimbursement
policy to the Business Office. If these funds result in financial assistance that
exceeds your financial need, the Financial Aid Office must cancel, reduce, or
modify your financial aid award.

A vail able Financial Aid Programs

Federal Pell Grant is a federal grant awarded to undergraduate students
pursuing their first bachelor's degree with exceptional financial need. Your
Expected Family Contribution determines eligibility for Federal Pell Grant.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is a federal grant
awarded to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need. Priority
is given to Pell eligible students with the lowest EFC.

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The HOPE Scholarship Program is a non-need based State of Georgia
scholarship awarded to Georgia residents who graduated from high school
on or after June 1 996 with a "B" average. A student who did not graduate
from high school as a HOPE Scholar may become eligible for the HOPE
Scholarship after completing 30, 60, or 90 semester hours. HOPE Scholars
attending a private college or university must be full-time to qualify. The
award is $1,500 per semester for students attending a Georgia private
college or university. HOPE Scholarship recipients may receive funding
(provided all eligibility requirements are met) for a maximum of 1 27
attempted semester hours of college credit. The 127 maximum semester
hours includes all college courses taken since your high school graduation
regardless of whether or not you received HOPE funds.

Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant is a State of Georgia non-need-based
grant awarded to Georgia residents attending a private college or university
as a full-time student. The annual amount is contingent upon funding by the
Georgia Legislature. The current amount of the grant is $455 per semester.

Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan is a repayable loan awarded based on
demonstrated financial need. The Federal government pays any accrued
interest on the loan while the student is enrolled in school, during the grace
period or during authorized periods of deferment. The annual loan limit is
discussed in "Federal Stafford Loan Annual Loan Limits" below.

Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan is not awarded based on financial
need. Any student regardless of income may participate in this loan program.
However, interest does accrue from the date of disbursement until the loan
is paid in full. The borrower has the option of paying the accrued interest or
having the interest capitalized. The annual loan limit is discussed in "Federal
Stafford Loan Annual Loan Limits" below.

Federal Stafford Loan Annual Loan Limits

The amount of Federal Stafford Loan funds a student may receive each
academic year is based on the student's classification and financial need.
Dependent undergraduate students may borrow a maximum of $2,625 as a
freshmen; $3,500 as a sophomore; $5,500 as a junior or senior combined
from the Federal Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Program.
Independent students may borrow at the same annual amounts as a
dependent student; however, an independent student is eligible for
additional funds from the Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Program. Independent
students classified as freshmen or sophomores may borrow an additional
$4,000 and students classified as juniors or seniors may borrow an additional

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$5,000.

Aggregate Loan Limits

Federal regulations set a maximum aggregate (lifetime) loan limit on the
amount of Federal Stafford Loan (combined Subsidized and Unsubsidized
Stafford Loans) funds a student may borrow for an undergraduate degree
program. The aggregate loan limit for a dependent undergraduate student is
$23,000 and $46,000 for an independent undergraduate student.

Federai Stafford Loan Entrance/Exit Counseling

Federal regulations require all first-time Federal Stafford borrowers to
complete Stafford Loan Entrance Counseling before receiving the first
disbursement of their loan proceeds. If you have previous loans and are
transferring to LaGrange College from another institution, you must also
complete entrance counseling.

Students who are graduating or transferring to another institution must
complete Federal Stafford Loan Exit counseling. Students at the Albany
Campus should fulfill this requirement on-line at www.mapping-your-
future.org.

Veterans Benefits

Students who are eligible for various veterans' benefits should coordinate
their application for any benefits through the Registrar at LaGrange College
in LaGrange. That office telephone number is 706.880.8237.

Disbursement of Financial Aid

Although students in the Organizational Leadership Program register for a full
load at the beginning of each semester, the courses are taught sequentially,
which means you complete the first course before beginning the next course.
Because of the nature in which the courses are taught, the disbursement of
financial aid occurs throughout the term as individual courses are completed.
Students receiving Federal Stafford Loans are eligible for disbursement after
completing 6 credit hours. Generally Pell and Federal SEOG Grant recipients
are eligible for half of their funds after completing 6 credit hours with the
remaining half disbursed when they become full-time. The HOPE
Scholarship and Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant are the last funds to be
disbursed because you must reach full-time status and maintain it for 14 days
beyond the beginning of the fourth course or 12th credit hour. A schedule of
disbursement dates will be provided with the financial aid award letter.

Prior to the disbursement of your financial aid, a final eligibility review will
occur to determine if you meet the eligibility requirements for financial aid.

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In order for your financial aid to be disbursed, you must have submitted all
required documents for disbursement; must be registered for classes; must
be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress standards; and must be enrolled
for the appropriate number of credit hours necessary to establish eligibility
for individual financial aid programs.

All financial aid funds are disbursed directly to your student account in the
Business Office. The funds are applied towards current tuition and fees, and
other applicable charges such as room, board, testing fees, books, and other
charges as authorized by you. Financial aid funds are for educational
purposes only. Students who fail to enroll or attend classes are not eligible for
financial aid. Awards that require additional documents will not be disbursed
until such time as all requirements for disbursement are met. For example,
students who have Stafford Loans must submit a completed Federal Stafford
Loan Master Promissory Note to their lender and complete Stafford Loan
Entrance counseling before their loan funds can be disbursed.

Refund of Excess Financial Aid

If your financial aid funding exceeds your current tuition and fee charges (a
credit balance), you will receive a refund of the residual funds 14 days from
the date the credit occurred. All refund checks are issued and mailed by the
Business Office. If you wish to leave the remaining funds on your account for
subsequent terms, you must sign a Student Authorization Form with the
Business Office.

Student Life

student Development Goals

The Student Development Coals of the LaCrange College at Albany program
are as follows:

To facilitate the transition of non-traditional students (25 years of
age and older) back into a college learning environment in pursuit of
a college degree.

To enhance cooperation and teamwork through a cohort model
where students begin, continue and complete the program together
as a cohort unit.

To provide a learning environment in which the "Student Code of
Conduct" (2006-2007 Bulletin, pages 18-21 is affirmed, respected
and enforced.

To assist students who are already employed and on a career track
to discern further life goals and career planning, including

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advancement through promotions or career changes.

To enhance personal integrity through commitment to the LaGrange
College Honor Code (2006-2007 Bulletin, pages 25-27).

To provide a comfortable, clean and safe environment where
learning and academic study can be pursued.

To provide an ongoing evaluation of student support services
through the regular use of the "LaGrange College at Albany Student
Survey."

It shall be the responsibility of the Associate Dean and Director of the Albany
program, in consultation with the appropriate administrative personnel at
LaGrange College, to see that these goals are disseminated, supported,
evaluated and enforced.

Student Code of Conduct

The student Code of Conduct is a set of rules that regulate student behavior.
The Director of LaGrange College at Albany adjudicates violations of the
Student Code of conduct.

Introduction

The responsibility to secure and to respect general conditions conducive to
the freedom to learn is shared by all members of the academic community.
This College has a duty to develop policies and procedures that provide a
safeguard to this freedom.

By registering at LaGrange College, the student neither loses the rights nor
escapes the duties of a citizen. Each student should conduct his/her personal
life in the context of mutual regard for the rights and privileges of others.
Therefore, it is expected that students will demonstrate respect for the law
and for the necessity of orderly conduct as a member of the campus
community.

Students are responsible for being fully acquainted with the college catalog,
handbook, and other regulations relating to students and for complying with
them in the interest of an orderly and productive community. Failure or
refusal to comply with the rules and policies established by the College may
subject the offender to disciplinary actions up to and including permanent
dismissal from the College.

Violations of any of the following by a student constitute an offense, which
may result in disciplinary action.

A. The use of threatening or obscene calls, and obscene graffiti is

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considered unwarranted and below the dignity of members of the
College community and will not be tolerated.

B. Conduct endangering safety and welfare. Any conduct which
endangers the safety and welfare of other individuals such as hazing,
assault, battery, abuse or threat of abuse, on or off campus is
prohibited.

C. Use of firearms, weapons. No student may possess, use or sell on
campus any weapons or firearms, or any incendiary, explosive, or
destructive device, including fireworks.

D. Criminal arrest. If a student is arrested and charged with a serious or
violent crime off campus, a hearing may be held as soon as possible
to determine if his continued presence on campus presents a
possible threat of danger to members of the College community.
The infraction of a city ordinance, a state or federal law by a student
constitutes a breach of college discipline. The college will act in the
best interest of the campus community and suspend a student who
has been arrested, even if not yet convicted by the legal system.

E. Use of illegal drugs. The use, possession, sale, or distribution of
narcotics and drugs, except as expressly permitted by law, is strictly
prohibited.

F. Possession of alcoholic beverages. The consumption or possession of
alcoholic beverages on campus is strictly prohibited.

G. Disorderly conduct, abusive, drunk and disorderly, violent or
excessively noisy conduct on or in the vicinity of the College campus
is prohibited.

H. Giving false information. Anyone knowingly making a false oral or
written statement to any member of administration, faculty, staff, or
student body with the intent to deceive may be disciplined
accordingly.

I. Misuse of property. Anyone who misuses, defaces, or damages
College buildings, property or library holdings, or private property
located on campus shall be subject to disciplinary action.

J. Theft and illegal possession. The unauthorized taking,

misappropriation, or possession of any property or library holdings
owned or maintained by the College or by any person on campus is
prohibited.

K. Unauthorized entry. A student may not enter, or attempt to enter
any College building room without proper authorization and
legitimate purpose.

L. Academic dishonesty. Cheating, plagiarism, submitting another
person's material as one's own, or doing work for another person
who will receive academic credit are all impermissible. This includes

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the use of unauthorized books, notebooks, or other sources in order
to secure or to give help during an examination; the unauthorized
copying of examinations, assignments, reports, or term papers; or
the presentation of unacknowledged materials as if it were the
student's own work. Violations of this kind are under the purview of
the Honor Council.

Non-Discrimination

LaCrange College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race,
national or ethnic origin, handicap, or sex In the administration of
educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid, employment or any
other program or activity.

Racial Harassment

LaCrange College expects its students to treat other persons with respect and
human dignity in all interpersonal relationships. Any behavior that results in
racial abuse, harassment, or intimidation of another person, or any unwanted
objectionable racial attention towards another person, will not be tolerated
and is a violation of the College's Code of Student Conduct.

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment may take two forms:

(1) creating a hostile environment, and

(2) quid pro quo.

1 . A hostile, demeaning, or intimidating environment created by sexual
harassment interferes with an individual's full and free participation
in the life of the College.

2. Sexual harassment quid pro quo occurs when a position of authority
is used to threaten to impose a penalty or to withhold a benefit in
return for sexual favors, whether or not the attempt is successful.
Sexual harassment may involve behavior by a person of either
gender against a person of the same or opposite gender. It should be
noted that the potential of sexual harassment exists in any of the
following relationships: student/student, faculty/student,
student/faculty, and faculty/faculty. Here and subsequently "faculty"
refers to faculty, staff, and administration. Because of the inherent
differential In power between faculty and students, sexual
relationships between faculty and students are prohibited.

Sexual harassment may result from many kinds of behavior. These behaviors
may range from the most egregious forms, such as sexual assault, to more

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subtle forms. Explicit behaviors include but are not limited to requests for
sexual favors, physical assaults of a sexual nature, sexually offensive remarks,
and rubbing, touching or brushing against another's body. More subtle
behaviors may be experienced as intimidating or offensive, particularly when
they recur or one person has authority over another. Such behaviors may
include but are not limited to unwelcome hugs or touching, inappropriate
staring, veiled suggestions of sexual activity, requests for meetings in non-
academic settings, and risque jokes, stories, or images.

Solicitation

Individuals or student organizations may not engage in commercial sales and
fund-raising projects unless the proceeds from such sales and projects are
used for charitable or philanthropic purpose. Clearance for such activities
must be obtained in advance from the Director of LaCrange College at
Albany.

Grades and Certification of Enrollment

The Registrar's Office will provide a copy of student's grades and will certify
the enrollment of students for insurance or scholarship purposes.

Student Records

In general, all present and past students have the right to personally review
their own educational records for information and to determine the accuracy
of these records. A photo ID or other equivalent documentation, or personal
recognition by the custodian of record will be required before access is
gained.

LaCrange College assures the confidentiality of student educational records
in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

Exception to Access Rights

Students do not have access to:

1 . personal notes of administrative, faculty, or supervisory personnel
which are not accessible to or revealed to other parties;

2. confidential letter of recommendation placed in files before January
1 , 1 975, or those where student has waived right to access; or

3. medical, psychiatric or psychological data recorded by professionals
or paraprofessionals solely for their own use in treatment of the
student; however, a physician or other appropriate professional of
the student's choice can review such records.

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student consent prior to records release

Student educational record information will not be transmitted to third
parties outside the College without the student's written consent, with the
following exceptions:

1 . Public information: student's name, address, telephone listing,
academic major, dates of attendance, awards received, participation
in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and heights of
athletic team members. This information will be released to anyone
requesting it. Information which can be released to the public on
any student is name, class, major, date of attendance, degree
earned, awards received, local and permanent address, and
telephone number. The above-cited information will not be released
if a student notifies the Registrar's Office not to release information.

2. Information concerning application for or receipt of financial aid,
which may be released to official agencies, involved in decisions and
aid allocations.

3. Information released by College officials with a legitimate
educational interest.

4. Information required by federal or state agencies as specifically
provided by law.

5. Information needed in connection with an emergency to protect the
health or safety of the students or other persons, as authorized by
Department of Education regulations.

Types of records maintained

Examples of "educational records" maintained on a student may include but

are not necessarily limited to, the following:

Academic: admission data, courses attempted, grades, dates of

enrollment, degrees awarded, academic hours and awards

received - Registrar's Office
Alumni: personal, educational, and professional data, contributions

and gifts -Alumni Office and Advancement Office
Conduct: disciplinary records, law violation -Student Development

Office
Financial: student's confidential statements, Financial Aid data -

Student Financial Planning Office; charges, payments,

delinquent accounts -Business Office
I Genera!: directory information, correspondence, biographical data -

office of record to which information was provided or

correspondence addressed

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student Grievance Procedure

Purpose

LaGrange College is committed to a policy of treating all members of the
College Community fairly in regard to their personal and professional
concerns.

The primary objective of a student grievance procedure is to insure that
concerns are promptly dealt with and resolution reached in a fair and just
manner. It is essential that each student be given adequate opportunity to
bring complaints and problems to the attention of College administration
with the assurance that each will be given fair treatment.

Definition

A grievance is defined as dissatisfaction occurring when a student feels or
thinks that any condition affecting him/her is unjust, inequitable, or creates
unnecessary hardship. Such grievances include, but are not limited to, the
following: academic problems (excluding grades, see the current LaGrange
College Bulletin for the grade appeal procedure), mistreatment by any
college employee, incorrect assessment of fees, records and registration
errors, student employment and discrimination because of race, national
origin, sex, marital status, religion, age or handicap.

Grievance Procedure

The initial phase of the student grievance procedure normally requires an
oral discussion between the student and the person(s) alleged to have caused
the grievance in order to discuss and resolve the grievance. The meeting
should be held as soon as the student first becomes aware of the act or
condition that is the basis for the grievance. If the student decides not to
meet with the person(s) alleged to have caused the grievance, or consider
the response to this discussion to be unsatisfactory and feels that the
grievance still exists, the grievance should be put in writing and filed with the
Director of LaGrange College at Albany.

Grievance Appeal Procedure

Any student who is not satisfied with the response after utilizing the
administrative channels outlined above should present the grievance in
written form to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean or the
President with a copy to the individual(s) complained about.

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Career Planning and Placement

Career planning and advancement are part and parcel of the general
curriculum in Organizational Leadership. Throughout the curriculum each
student is challenged to assume control over her/his destiny. No formal office
of career planning or placement exists but the under girding thesis of the
program is that significant career planning occurs. As LaCrange College at
Albany students are employed, placement is not a significant need. In those
rare instances where employment changes occur, students should consult the
Director of LaCrange College at Albany for possible assistance.

Counseling and Testing

informal counseling in academic areas is available on site. Students who
need academic counseling should talk with the Director. If the academic
counseling needs exceed the expertise of the staff of LaCrange College at
Albany, the academic resources of LaCrange College's home campus are
available through e-mail and telephone.

LaCrange College at Albany offers no formal process for personal counseling.
The cohort group has often been effective in assisting students make
adjustments to the changes in routine brought about by the demands of
returning to school. Students should seek referrals for more difficult
problems.

Students at LaCrange College at Albany are continually assessed in order to
determine the effectiveness of the program in meeting their needs. There is
an initial pre-test of leadership knowledge and skills. At the conclusion of the
program, there is a post-test. The Director of LaCrange College at Albany is
responsible for administering these achievement tests. There are many other
situations where students may seek additional testing. These tests might
include CLEP, CRE, CMAT and others. The Director of LaCrange College at
Albany will assist the students in addressing these needs.

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Honor Code

Students at LaCrange College sign the Honor Code, which states,
As a member of the student body of LaCrange College, I
confirm my commitment to the ideals of civility, diversity,
service, and excellence. Recognizing the significance of personal
integrity in establishing these ideals within our community, I
pledge that I will not lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate these
unethical behaviors in others.

The Honor Council deals with students accused of violating the Honor Code.
The Honor Council is selected each spring by the outgoing Chair of the
Honor Council, The Dean of Students, and the Vice President for Academic
Affairs and Dean. A member of the faculty serves as advisor. Members of the
faculty are strongly urged to support the efforts of the Honor Council by
reporting all suspected violations of the Honor Code. The Honor Code
assumes that any student witnessing or otherwise having knowledge of an
Honor Code violation will report the violation to the course instructor, the
Chair of the Honor Council, or the Vice President for Academic Affairs and
Dean. (For a complete description of the Honor Code, please see the
Student Handbook.)

The following are violations of the Honor Code:

1. Lying.

2. Cheating by either giving aid to or receiving aid from a student or
other source without the consent of the faculty member or
plagiarizing (using another person's words or ideas without
documenting them properly).

3. Stealing (intentionally taking or appropriating without the right or
permission any individual, organizational, or institutional property.
This includes, but is not limited to, stealing off campus, stealing from
any person or business representatives on this campus, stealing from
a computer company or any other computer-related theft, from the
telephone system, vending machines, a residence hall visitor, or any
other business while it is on this campus, and removal of any
material or equipment from the Library or other facilities without
permission.)

4. Failure to report a violation of the Honor Code.

5. Failure to appear before the Honor Council as requested by written
notice.

6. Failure to maintain confidentiality regarding an Honor Council case.

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Sanctions include: a grade of F in the course; suspension for one academic
term, dismissal from the college; or lowering the final grade in the course by
one letter or assigning a grade of zero to the related academic work
(assignments, tests, case study, etc.). An investigation and hearing shall be
confidential and those within the bounds of confidentiality shall not divulge
anything that is said or done with regard to these proceedings to anyone
outside the bounds of confidentiality. Should anyone outside the bounds of
confidentiality receive information which is considered to be confidential, he
or she will automatically be bound by confidentiality. Those within the
bounds of confidentiality include Council members, the faculty advisor to the
council, the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean, the President,
accusers, the accused, witnesses, persons interviewed during the
investigation, victims, and the College's attorney. In addition, the accused
may include within the bounds of confidentiality his or her parents, faculty,
staff, minister, personal or legal counsel.

All tests at the College are conducted under the Honor Code. Accordingly,
instructors may leave the room during the examination and students are on
their honor to do their own work. The Honor Code should be abbreviated
on the outside of the test and signed by the student before handing in the
examination. The student should leave all books and materials not pertaining
to the test either in the hall outside the classroom, or next to the wall in front
of the classroom. Students should take the test in the designated classroom,
except under extenuating circumstances or by prior arrangement.

Work prepared out of class should be that of the individual. Any assistance
from fellow students, books, periodicals, or other materials should be
carefully acknowledged. Instructors should give specific guidance regarding
what constitutes a violation of the Honor Code. If any doubts about
plagiarism arise, a question should be raised by the instructor.
A student should never copy a section of an old term paper and submit it as
his or her own, and the student should be guided in the use of these
materials by the wishes of the instructor.

Every person found to have violated the Honor Code has the right of
subsequent appeal. Such appeal is made to the Academic Dean of the
College. The Appeals Board shall be the President of the Student
Government Association, the Appeals Representative of the Honor Council,
a student member selected for each Appeals hearing selected by the
Academic Dean and the President of the Honor Council, the President or
Past President of the Faculty Assembly, and the Academic Dean. The appeal
is heard from the record of the Honor Council hearing, the attending written

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statement of the student requesting the appeal, and the written statement of
the Honor Council President. The Appeals Board has the discretion to
overturn the Council's decision and/or change a sanction imposed by the
Council, but it is confined to the approved sanctions in the Honor Code.

Information Technology and Academic
Support Services

Information technology is pervasive in higher education. Students enrolled at
LaCrange College at Albany will be immersed in contemporary learning
technologies. The college expects each student to have access to the Internet
either at home or have permission for full access at their place of
employment. The College will provide on-site computer resources for use
during times other than class times.

Instruction in the effective use of the Internet to obtain reliable information
and to get to the on-line capabilities of LaCrange College in LaCrange is
provided to all students. This provides communication with libraries using
GALILEO (Georgia Library Learning Online). A special collection of
leadership resources to support the major program is available in Albany.
Community resources are also available to area residents.

Academic Program and Degree Requirements

The academic program at LaCrange College at Albany has been created in
direct response to community and area needs. An extensive needs
assessment in Southwest Georgia was initiated prior to the planning and
development of the program for LaCrange College at Albany. The research
results stressed the need for a program for non-traditional students that
would enable them to complete a baccalaureate degree. That program
should be offered to the students at a time when they could take the
courses. The program should be one with a predictable structure of course
offerings, costs and outcomes. The program should emphasize developing
leadership knowledge and skills in the workplace and in the community.

LaCrange College, as a venerable liberal arts College with strong ties to the
United Methodist Church, has interpreted the demonstrated needs of Albany
and Southwest Georgia with a coherent program in Organizational
Leadership.

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Requirements for the Bachelor Degree with a Major in
Organizational Leadership

The baccalaureate (four-year) degree from LaGrange College requires 108
semester hour credits or the equivalent, appropriate general education
courses, a 2.0 Quality Point Average on all work taken at LaGrange College,
all required assessments and a major. In Albany, the College offers all
assessments and the Organizational Leadership major only. The major
consists of a minimum of the 42-semester hours program. Up to 66-semester
hours of transfer credits may be applied to the degree. Those transfer credits
must include courses and satisfactory grades in English Composition,
Humanities, Lab Science, Mathematics, and History/Social Science.

Other academic regulations and procedures can be found in the current
LaGrange College Bulletin, copies of which are available in the office of
LaGrange College at Albany.

Organizational Leadership

The Organizational Leadership major consists of coherent courses designed
to assist students grow substantially in their interrelational understanding and
skills (coaching and counseling, communicating effectively, managing
conflict, and understanding influence and negotiation) and their
management understanding and skills (strategic planning, problem solving
and decision making, managing performance, and managing change). This
growth occurs in a liberal arts setting that uses critical reading, analysis, clear
writing and group projects and problem solving.

Central in the curriculum is a commitment to developing and fostering
servant leadership. A group of students will undertake their study of
Organizational Leadership as a group. That cohort will research and develop
a service project that benefits the community. In that setting the students will
practice the skills of working with multiple constituencies and implementing
a comprehensive multifaceted project.

Classes in Organizational Leadership meet for four hours weekly. One course
is taken at a time. The courses last from five to seven weeks. As working and
somewhat older and experienced persons, the students are expected to be
challenged by, but succeed in, the accelerated curriculum. The program
requires active participation.

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Academic Honors

upon graduation, students who have been in residence at LaGrange college
for at least their last 60 hours and

1 . have attained a quality grade point average of 3.50 to 3.74 may be
granted the bachelor degree cum laude or

2. have attained a quality grade point average of 3.75 to 3.89 may be
granted the bachelor degree magna cum laude or

3. have attained a quality grade point average of 3.90 to 4.0 may be
granted

the bachelor degree summa cum laude.

Upon graduation, students who have been in residence at LaGrange College
for their last 42-59 hours and have attained a quality grade point average of
3.50 or higher may be granted the bachelor degree with distinction. At the
end of each academic semester, students who have maintained a 3.60
cumulative grade point average on a minimum of 1 2 GPA hours of work will
be placed on the Dean's List.

Class Attendance Regulations

A student is expected to attend all classes for all courses in which he/she is
registered. The student is solely responsible for accounting to the instructor
for any absence. In the instance of an absence, it is expeaed that the student
will inform the instructor or the Albany Office in advance and no later than
the day after. In normal instances, one class session is tolerable but not
encouraged. With special arrangements, the Instructor may approve two
class session absences. The likely consequence of missing one or two class
sessions is a lower grade in the course. Missing three or more class sessions
will result in withdrawal from the course and repeating the course.

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Course Descriptions

Organizational Leadership Courses
To be taken sequentially

First Semester fifteen semester tiours credit. Lasts 29 weelis
3010: Introduction to Senior-Level Studies (3)

This course focuses on team building. The under girding studies about collaborative
learning are emphasized. Students will explore the strategies and goals of the
Organizational Leadership curriculum. Effective practices for intensive study are
emphasized. Student activities designed to strengthen the group will occur and
planning will begin for the group service project. Course lasts five weeks and includes
one weekend day

3110: Communication: Part I, The Organization (3)

This course emphasizes building those necessary skills for effective contemporary
communication in the organization. Students will learn computer writing and
communicating skills including basic word processing, e-mail, network utilization and
presentation software. Effective and efficient use of library and community resources
will be explored. Course lasts six weeks.

3120: Communication: Part II, With Others (3)

A course designed to teach enhanced written and oral communication skills. The
course will provide a review of standard grammar, mechanics, and usage required to
write and speak effeaively, using students' own backgrounds and experiences as
topics for their classroom work. Emphasis will be placed on peer collaboration and
editing, as well as projects for presentations. Course lasts six weeks.

3050: The Essentials of Leadership (3)

Participants in this course will consider leadership both as an individual influence
within a community and as the confluence of demographic, economic, cultural and
political factors beyond the control of any single leader. Readings include texts from
Martin Luther King, jr., Thomas Jefferson, Winston Churchill, Adolf Hitler and others
examining the individual leader as a primary influence within the community. Other
sources offer an alternative view of the leader as merely reflecting larger forces within
the community. Course lasts six weeks.

3210: Social/Cultural Dynamics: Part I (3)

An examination of the social and cultural dynamics of selected ethnic groups, races
and social classes in the U.S., with a view toward social problems and problem
resolution. The course will extensively use case studies and epochal readings. Course
lasts six weeks.

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Second Semester thirteen semester hours credit. Lasts 26 weel(s 3400:
Organizational Psychology (3)

A study of the behavior of the individuals and small groups in organizations.
This course emphasizes motivation, but other topics including personality,
perception and team behavior are explored. Course lasts six weeks.

4030: Christian Perspective on Leadership (3)

Examines how the values of the Christian tradition shape leadership practices and
goals. This course develops the concept of servant leadership. Course lasts six weeks.

4070: Business Ethics (3)

A study of the basic ethical models and their application to the ethical and legal issues
arising in an organization. Students will confront ethical and dilemmas, both as
individuals and members of small groups. They will make decisions, then share and
critique those decisions. Course lasts six weeks.

4090: Legal Environment (3)

A study of the legal context within organizational setting. The course is designed to
assist the student to recognize legal problems, to understand the legal implications of
decisions and to be knowledgeable about the legal environment that impacts
leadership with organizations. Course lasts 6 weeks.

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Third Semester thirteen semester hours credit. Lasts 26 weel<s
4130: Communication: Part III, Interpersonal Skills (4)

This course focuses on interpersonal relationships in an organization. Topics include
building effective relationships within an organization and confronting and resolving
difficulties arising in those relationships. Cases and other types of experiential
exercises are used. Conflict resolution and mediation skills are a part of this course.
Course lasts seven weeks.

4220: Social/Cultural Dynamics: Part II (3)

This course offers analysis of gender differences and considerations. It further explores
cultural diversity and the management of diversity in achieving leadership goals.
Course lasts six weeks.

4250: Applied Statistics/Research Methods (3)

A course to introduce the student to both descriptive and inferential statistics,
especially with examples that apply within organizational settings. The course will
survey various types of research design, including the strengths and limitations of
each. Topics to considered include research design, data collection, data analysis and
research reporting. Emphasis will be given to evaluating published research. Course
lasts six weeks.

4270: Human Resource Management (3)

A course to address personnel administrarionin oraginzational settings. Topics to be
considered include personnel recruitment, training, compensation, evaluation and
termination. Case studies will be used extensively. Personnel issues will be addressed
in light of various leadership styles and mission objectives of organizations. Course
lasts six weeks.

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Fourth Semester thirteen semester hours credit. Lasts 27 weel<s
4510: Organizational Tools (4)

The essential tools used for planning and controlling the organization are studied.
Included in this course are understanding financial statements, the tax code and the
budgetary process. Students develop and present plans and policies. Course lasts nine
weeks.

4520: Organizational Environment and Strategy (3)

A study of strategic planning, policy development, and the legal context of
organizational leadership. Course lasts six weeks.

4700: Readings in Leadership (3)

A study of the dynamics of leadership from both fictional and nonfictional sources.
The course is designed to enable students to recognize and analyze qualities of the
leader in a variety of contexts in world literature, including archetypes and models
from works as diverse as Homer's Odysseus and the essays of Andrew Young. Course
lasts six weeks.

4900: Issues of Leadership (3)

An interdisciplinary, capstone experience that integrates the theories and practices of
leadership learned throughout the program in constructive project. Course lasts for
five weeks.

Total Required credit hours in the Organizational Leadership Major 54

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Other Courses Available in Albany

For students who have admission-related requirements:

General Science (GSCI)

1 1 02: Earth and the Environment (4)

A study of a number of important geologic processes and the hazards and/or
resources they present to individuals, society and the earth's environment. This
course also considers the consequences of humanity's interaction with these
processes and the physical environment. Note: this course is offered in a traditional
format and is designed to be taken concurrently with the ongoing Organizational
Leadership curriculum. The course lasts approximately 13 weeks and includes
laboratory activities in addition to classroom activities.

Mathematics (MATH)

1117: Quantitative Methods (3)

A study of finite mathematical models with an emphasis on the quantitative skills
required to solve applications related to business. Note: this course is offered in a
traditional format and is designed to be taken concurrently with the ongoing
Organizational Leadership curriculum. The course lasts approximately 13 weeks.
There is a minimum enrollment of three students.

For students who desire to go beyond the minimum curriculum in
Organizational Leadership:

Organizational Leadership (ORGL)
4950: Directed Independent Study (3)
4960: Directed Independent Study (3)

These two courses may be used, as necessary, to complete graduation requirements.
Together they may function as a Senior Thesis. Students should consult with their
adviser well in advance of anticipated enrollment. A prospectus is required prior to
acceptance for enrollment.

Cost of Directed Independent Study

Students will be charged $366.00 for each semester hour of Directed
Independent Study they enroll. These tuition charges are in addition to the
normal tuition, book, and fee expenditures.

Total Hours required for the B. A. with a Major in Organizational Leadership
are 1 20. The other credits must be from previous work or recent work at
another accredited institution.

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Glossary of Terms

Assessment finding out accomplishments towards achieving goals. In
higher education today, it is important to assess students in their progress
and to assess the programs. Assessment in this context covers broader
concepts than just a 'test' in a course.

CLEP College Level Examination Program. This is a higher level
achievement test with national standards that enables students to gain
college credit by sitting for an exam.

Cohort In the context of LaCrange College at Albany, a cohort is that group
of students that comes into the program at the same time. The cohort
consists of approximately 20 students who will take all of their courses
together.

General education General education is that group of foundation courses
normally taken during the freshman and sophomore years. General
education courses are typically English, history, mathematics, science and
social studies courses.

Major That group of senior division courses that explore in depth a
particular subject. The group of courses can be in one discipline (English) in
several disciplines (American Studies) or it can be an interdisciplinary set of
courses around a theme (Organizational Leadership). The major normally
constitutes about 40% of students' undergraduate studies.

Transcript An official record of courses taken, credits earned, dates
completed and descriptive information about the student (name, birth date,
social security number, gender and address). Transcripts are under the care
of college Registrars.

Probation a warning about quality of academic performance.

Employer reimbursement This financial support is recognition by the
employer of the value of the employee/student to the employer. The
employer typically will pay a portion or all of the tuition, fees and book costs
of the employee/ student. After the employee/student has satisfactorily
completed courses, the employer will reimburse the student for all or a
portion of the charges. Typically employers will assist with those charges that
are not met by other means such as state grants.

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Communications Directory

LaCrange College at Albany, P.O. Box 71605, Albany, GA 31708-1605

LaGrange College at Albany (main number) 229.420.8000

(FAX) 229.420.7800

In LaGrange, Georgia

LaGrange College (main number) 706.880.8000

Vice Presidentfor Academic Affairs And Dean 706.880.8236

Director of Student Financial Planning 706.880.8249

Registrar (transcripts, academic Reports) 706.880.8237

Controller (business matters and expenses) 706.880.8277

Honor Council (Honor Code issues) 706.880.8888

Long Distance (8:15 a.m. -5:00 p.m. M-F) 1.800.593.2885

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