Volume 7

Number 1

LAGRANGE

COLLEGE

Evening College
Bulletin
2007 - 2008

LaGrange College

601 Broad Street
LaGrange, GA 30240

President: F. Stuart Gulley, Ph.D.

Editor: Sharon M. Livingston, Ph.D.

The Evening College Bulletin is pubhshed annually for the benefit of applicants and students in the Evening College division of LaGrange
College and details policies, procedures, and programs that are specific to Evening College. The Evening College Bulletin is subordinate to the
LaGrange College Bulletin. All policies not specifically addressed in the Evening College Bulletin are those policies detailed in the LaGrange
College Bulletin. Inquiries should be addressed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean, isimmons(2>lagrange.edu .

The Evening College division of LaGrange College admits qualified adult students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights,
privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students in the division. Evening College does not discriminate on the
basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational pohcies, admission pohcies, fmancial aid policies, or other
school-administered programs.

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College Communications Directory

LaGrange College

601 Broad Street

LaGrange, Georgia 30240-2999

(706) 880-8000 Fax: (706) 880-8025 www.lagrange.edu

A complete directory of faculty and staff telephone numbers, fax numbers,
and e-mail addresses is available on the College web site, www.Iagrange.edu

(area code 706)
Office of the President 880-8240

President, F. Stuart Giilley. Ph.D.
Academic Affairs 880-8236

VP for Academic Affairs and Dean, Jay K. Simmons, Ph.D.
Bookstore 880-8068

Textbook Manager, Melissa Hunt 880-8145

Business Department 880-8317

Chair Jon Birkeli, Ph.D.
Business Office/Student Accounts 880-8278

Accounts Receivable Specialist, Becky Carter
Career Development Center 880-8185

Director, Diana Celorio Goldwire
Chaplain 880-8297

Rev. Dr. Quincy Brown
Education Department 880-8202

Chair. Donald Livingston, Ed.D.
Evening CoUege 880-8021

Director, Linda H. McMullen
Financial Aid Office 880-8241

Director, Sylvia Smith
Information Technology

Support Manager. Tiffany Mixon 880-8049

Registrar's Office 880-8024

Director, Jimmy Herring

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Table Of Contents

Evening College resen'es 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 division. Such changes
become effective as announced hv the proper LaGrange College authorities.

Communications Directory 2

Evening College Calendar 4

About LaGrange College 7

Mission; Accreditation; Evening College

Admission 9

Freshman Admission; Transfer Admission; Readmission;
Enrollment Procedure

Financial Aid 13

Philosophy; Payment of Charges; Refund Policy;
Financial Aid Policies; Financial Aid Programs

Academic Support Services 20

Student Life 23

Academic Policies 25

Attendance; Grades and Credits; Honor Code;
Student Status; Transcripts

Degree Requirements 30

B.A. Business Administration, B.A. Human Development, A.A. Liberal Studies

General Education Curriculum Requirements 31

Minors m Sociology and Human Resource Management 32

Course Descriptions, Business Administration 34

Course Descriptions, Human Development 37

Course Descriptions, General Education 39

Faculty Listing 46

About the Campus 50

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2007 - 2008 Academic Calendar

Fall 2007

August

22-24

August

23

August

28-29

September

3

September

4

September

September

6

September

10

September

11

September

14

September

21

September

28

October

10-11

October

15-16

October

19

October

26

October

26-28

October
November

30-

2

November

12-13

November

13

November

19

November

20

November

22-23

December

2

December

13

December

18

Faculty retreat

New Student Orientation 5:30pm

Mathematics and English placement examinations 5:30pm

Labor Day - College closed

Fair on the Square 6:00pm

Registration for new students and returning students not prepaid, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Registration for new students and returning students not prepaid, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Convocation 7pm

Freshman MAPP Test 6:00pm

Fall quarter begins 5:50pm

Seniors' ring sizing, Student Center

Drop/add and late registration ends at 5:00pm. No refund for individual classes dropped
after this date.

Syllabi due in Dean's office 5:00pm

Graduation Petitions due for seniors completing requirements end of fall term

Official Day of Record

Last day to withdraw from a fall class with an automatic "W"

Midterm examinations

Fall break - no classes. Administrative Offices open.

Deficiency notices due in Dean's office

Last day to withdraw from a fall term class

Homecoming activities

Pre-registration for winter 2007 term

Final examinations during class session

Fall quarter ends

Fall Enrichment Term begins

Grades due in Registrar's Office 12:00

Thanksgiving Holiday. Administrative offices closed.

Ceremony of Lessons and Carols, Callaway Auditorium

Fall Enrichment Term ends

Fall Enrichment grades due in Registrar's Office 12:00

December 19 New Student Orientation 5:30pm

December 20 Mathematics and English placement testing 5:30pm

December 24- 26

Administrative offices closed for Christmas Holidays

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Winter 2008

January

January

January

January

21

January

25

January

30-31

February

8

February

12

February

12-15

February

26

February

27

March

4-5

March

5

Svrine 2008

March

6

March

12

March

13

March

March 31-April 4

April 9- 10

April 11

April

1 New Year's Day - College closed

2 Registration for new students and returning students not prepaid, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Winter quarter begins 5:50pm

9 Drop/add and late registration ends at 5:00pm. No refund for individual classes dropped

after this date.

Syllabi due in Dean's office 5:00pm

Graduation Petitions due for seniors completing requirements end of winter term

Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday - College closed

Last day to withdraw from a winter class with an automatic "W"

Midterm examinations

Deficiency notices due in Dean's Office

Last day to withdraw from a winter class

12-15 Pre -registration for spring 2007 term

New Student Orientation 5:30pm

Mathematics and English placement examinations 5:30pm

Final examinations during class sessions

Winter quarter ends

Registration for new students and returning students not prepaid, 10:00ara-6:00pm

Spring quarter begins 5:50pm

Winter term grades due in Regisfrar's Office 12:00

Drop/add and late registration ends at 5:00pm. No refund for individual classes dropped
after this date.

Syllabi due in Dean's office 5:00pm

Graduation Petitions due for seniors completing requirements end of spring term
28 Last day to withdraw from a spring class with an automatic "W"

Spring Break

Midterm examinations

Freshman MAPP test 6:00pm

Senior MAPP test 6:00pm
18 Deficiency notices due

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April

April 29 - May

2

May

2

May

2-4

May

12-

May

13

May

15

Mav

16

Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society Ceremony
Last day to withdraw from a spring term class
Pre-registration for summer and fall 2008 terms
Honors Day

Family Weekend activities
12-13 Final examinations during class sessions
Spring quarter ends
Grades due for seniors 12:00pm
Grades due for underclassmen 5:00pm
Graduation rehearsal 9:30am; Senior brunch follows
Baccalaureate service :00pin
Commencement exercises 8:30am
New Student Orientation 5:30pm
Memorial Day - College closed
Mathematics and English placement testing 5:30pm

Registration for new students and returning students not prepaid, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Summer quarter begins 5:50pm

June 6 Drop/add and late registration ends at 5:00pm. No refund for individual classes dropped

after this date.

Syllabi due in Dean's office 5:00pm

Graduation Petitions due for seniors completing requirements end of summer term

Last day to withdraw from a summer class with automatic "W"

Midterm examinations

Last day to withdraw from a summer term class

Independence Day - College closed

Final examinations during class session

Summer quarter ends

July 25 Grades due in Registrar's office 12:00

May

17

May

22

May

26

May

28

Summer 2008

June

2

June

13

June

24

June

27

July

4

July

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About LaGrange College

Mission Statement

LaGrange College is called through The United Methodist Church to challenge the minds and inspire
the souls of students by improving their creative, critical and communicative abilities in a caring and
ethical community.

LaGrange College, established in 183 1, 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 co-curricular - 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.A., B.S.), nursing (B.S.N.), education (B.A., M.Ed, and M.A.T.), and
continuing education. The principal co-curricular 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.

Adopted by Faculty, Administration, and Board of Trustees, 1997; reaffirmed by Board of Trustees on October 20, 2000.

Accreditation

LaGrange College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools to award associates, bachelors, and masters' degrees.

LaGrange College is also approved by the United Methodist University Senate. It has membership in the National
Association of Independent Colleges and Universities 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.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing.

The undergraduate program in business administration is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business
Schools and Programs.

Evening College

Evening College supports the mission of LaGrange College through the provision of associate and baccalaureate
programs that meet the academic needs of adult learners in Troup and surrounding counties. Evening College offers
an outstanding academic program in a supportive, encouraging environment. The liberal arts and science based
program is designed to nurture a love of life -long learning and to prepare students for the ftiture through a
curriculum that facilitates mastery in a discipline and development of reasoning, decision-making and problem-
solving abilities skills vital for career success. Recognizing that adult learners may be managing personal,
professional, and collegiate careers. Evening College is structured to allow qualified students to earn an
undergraduate degree at night, through full-time or part-time study, without sacrificing their professional and
personal responsibilities. Evening College offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, the
Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development, and the Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Studies. Minors in
Sociology and Human Resource Management are also offered.

Evening College operates on the quarter system with 9-week terms beginning in September, January, and March. A
7-week summer session is also offered. Accepted students may begin classes during any quarter.

Admission

Freshman Admission

LaGrange College seeks to admit students who demonstrate the ability to benefit from a quality liberal arts and
sciences education. Applicants to Evening College are normally independent adults 24 years or older who reside off-
campus; they may be married or have dependents. Prospective students are encouraged to call the Evening College
Office at 706-880-8298 to discuss the programs available in Business Administration, Human Development, and
Liberal Studies, and to review the application process.

Prospective students should:

1 . Request an application from the Evening College office, or download the application from our web site at
MWH'.lagrange.edu. The application requires completion of both biographical and academic information, as well
as a thoughtfiil written response to a Focus Question. Mail the completed application and the $20.00
nonreftindable application fee to Evening College, 601 Broad Sfreet, Smith Hall 228, LaGrange, GA 30240.

2. Request official transcripts from all high schools and colleges attended. Official transcripts and test scores must
be signed and sealed and forwarded directly from the agency to Evening College. Copies of transcripts mailed,
faxed, or delivered by a prospective student are not considered to be official documents, and are therefore not
acceptable. Students who earned a G. E. D. in lieu of a high school diploma must submit an official copy of the
examination score, following the same procedure as noted above. Please note that applicants who are
independent students, aged 24 or older, with a minimum of two years work experience are not required to
submit SAT or ACT scores as a part of the application.

3. Schedule an appointment for a conversation with the Director of Evening College. The conversation with the
Director is an important part of the admission process, allowing the student to ask questions about the program,
and to discuss his/her intended study program.

Each completed application is carefiilly and thoughtfially evaluated for academic preparation and ability as
evidenced by the transcript(s) and essay. The Admission Committee reviews completed applications on a rolling
basis; applicants should allow a minimum of two weeks for completed applications to be processed. The admission
decision will be communicated to the student in writing.

Regular admission will be extended to those applicants who meet all of the requirements for admission; enrollment
will normally be effective at the beginning of the next academic term. Probationary admission may be extended to
applicants who do not ftilly meet the standard admission criteria, but the Committee feels possess the potential to be
successfijl students. Students accepted on probation will be limited to 10 quarter hours their first term, and must
earn at least a 2.0 in both courses in order to continue in Evening College.

Rarely, an applicant who appears to meet the standard admission criteria may experience unexpected delays in
forwarding official transcripts to the Evening College Admission Office. In this case, conditional admission may
be offered with ftill admission contingent upon receipt of the necessary paperwork within 30 days of enrollment.

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Transfer Admission

Students attending another institution may apply for transfer admission providing they are eligible to return to their
current institution at the time of entry to LaGrange College. The College will evaluate course work from regionally
accredited colleges and universities for LaGrange College academic credit. Normally, credit will be given for
classes comparable to LaGrange College subjects for whom the applicant earned a grade of "C" or above. If
transferring from a two-year institution, credit may be earned for a maximum of 90 quarter hours of courseworlc. If
transferring from a four-year college, normally 120 quarter hours of coursework may fransfer. When fransfer
applicants are accepted, the Registrar will review and evaluate all coursework taken at institutions outside of
LaGrange College. The report, indicating courses and credit hours for which transfer credit will be accepted by
LaGrange College, will be mailed to the student prior to registration for the upcoming term.

Transfer students who have earned a Baccalaureate Degree from a regionally accredited American institution and
who are enrolling for a second undergraduate degree, will be awarded credit for the general education core upon
their acceptance to Evening College. International transfer students who have earned a Baccalaureate degree from a
foreign institution should present an evaluated transcript from an approved foreign credentials service to the
Registrar for evaluation. Credit will be given for courses equivalent to our general education core requirements in
which the student has earned a minimum grade of "C".

Transient Admission

A student currently enrolled in good standing at another college may enroll in the Evening College as a fransient
student. Applicants for transient status must complete the Transient Application for Admission and forward to the
Registrar's Office a permission letter from the home institution, verifying status and authorization to enroll for the
course.

Readmission

If a student has not attended Evening College for four quarters, or was not in good standing during the last quarter
completed, s/he must submit an Application for Readmission (available in the Evening College office) before
attempting to register for additional course work. Students who were absent for three quarters or less, and who were
in good academic standing when they last attended, may re-activate their student file through the Regisfrar's Office
without applying for readmission. Students who have not attended another institution while absent from LaGrange
College, and who have been absent for less than four calendar years, are generally governed by the Bulletin in force
at the date of their initial enrollment. Students who have been out of school for four or more calendar years are
subject to the Bulletin in force at the time of their readmission and resumption of study.

If a student seeking readmission has attended another institution since leaving LaGrange College, he/she will - if
admitted - be considered as a fransfer student. Transfer students will be subject to the Bulletin in force at the time of
their transfer back to LaGrange College.

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Enrollment

After an offer of admission is extended, applicants who intend to accept the offer will be asked to submit an
enrollment deposit of $100.00 to reserve a space in the class for the upcoming term. The deposit will be considered
as a credit toward tuition due. A student who expects to receive a tuition reimbursement scholarship from his/her
employer may contact the Evening College office to request a waiver of the deposit.

The Evening College and the Registrar's offices will correspond with each student approximately one month before
each term begins to provide details concerning course registration, placement testing, book purchases, and other
subjects of importance to new students. Testing and registration activities are conducted during evening hours as a
convenience for students. Students should be advised that English and mathematics placement tests must be
completed before initial course registration can be finalized.

All new students are encouraged to participate in the Evening College Orientation, held the week prior to the start of
classes. In addition to providing a campus tour, the orientation is designed to provide new students with the
opportunity to meet current students, to introduce the advising and academic support system and cover logistics of
course registration, and to review the mission and overarching objectives of the Evening program.

Payment of Charges

The following fees are in effect for the 2007-2008 academic year.

Tuition

$259/qtr. hour

Testing Fee

$60

Parking Permit Fee

$15

Late Registration Fee

$20

Personal checks/credit
cards failing to clear

$15

There are no additional general or course fees.

All educational charges are due and payable before the beginning of each term. Students who pre -register will be
billed in advance of each term by the Business Office with a due date specified on the invoice. Students who fail to
submit payment or make arrangements with the Business Office by the due date, will have their schedules voided by
the Registrar, and will need to re-register in person after the account is settled. Students who receive employer
tuition reimbursement should contact the Business Office to discuss options for billing and payment.

Refund Policy

Refiinds for individual courses may only be granted in accordance with the deadline dates established by the
Evening College calendar. Properly submitted refiind requests will be processed within 10 days of notification from
the Regisfrar's Office of withdrawal.

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A student considering a complete withdrawal from all courses for the term should contact the Director of Evening
College to begin the withdrawal process. The student should also consult with the Financial Aid and Business
Offices to determine the financial impact of a complete withdrawal.

See page 18 (Disbursement of Excess Financial Aid) for the reftxnd policies for students receiving financial aid.

pictures:

(1) right: Theresa Miller at 2007 Alpha Sigma Lambda

honor society ceremony;

(2below right: Christopher Drake studying before class;

(3) below: mathematics students Theresa Bruce, Mary

Walton, and Linda O'Neil with faculty member Mrs.

Louise Denney

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Financial Aid

Philosophy

Recognizing the significant investment students and families make when choosing a private college, LaGrange
College offers a variety of assistance and payment options. We expect students to use a combination of
scholarships, grants, loans and work to meet college costs. These resources may come from family, employers, state
or federal sources. We encourage students to apply for financial aid as early as possible to maximize eligibility for
all types of assistance.

Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements

In general, to be eligible for financial assistance, financial aid applicants must:

Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien of the United States.

Be accepted for admission or currently enrolled in an approved degree -seeking program.

Have a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) Certification, or pass an approved

Ability-to-Benefit test.

Be making satisfactory academic progress towards the completion of a 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.

Financial Aid Application Procedures

Applicants for financial aid must:

Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or a Renewal FAFSA annually.

Complete a Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant Application, if applicable.

Submit all required documents for verification, if selected.

Determining Financial Need

Students in need of financial assistance must complete a federal need analysis form, the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid form (FAFSA). The FAFSA collects information concerning the student's family income, assets, and
untaxed income, family size, and the number in college. This information is used in a federal need analysis
calculation to determine what the family should be able to contribute towards educational expenses. This amount is
called the Expected Family Contribution (EFC).

The Financial Aid Office establishes a Cost of Attendance Budget that discloses the annual costs for a student to
attend LaGrange College. The Cost of Attendance Budget includes tuifion, fees, room, board, books, supplies, and
living expenses.

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Other components of the Cost of Attendance, which are applied on an individual basis, include childcare expenses,
loan fees, and computer costs. These items may require documentation from the student. The Cost of Attendance
Budget for independent Evening College students for the 2007-2008 academic year is $21,930.

The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is deducted from the Cost of Attendance at LaGrange College to
determine whether a need for financial assistance exists. If the family's EFC is less than the Cost of Attendance, a
financial need is established, and the Financial Aid Office will work with the family to assist in meeting that need.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

The United States Department of Education requires institutions of higher education to establish a satisfactory
academic progress policy to be applied to all recipients of federal financial aid. Satisfactory academic progress
means that the student is progressing in a manner consistent with fulfilling his/her degree requirements. Satisfactory
academic progress is evaluated throughout the course of the degree program. A Satisfactory Academic Progress
policy must include two components: qualitative and quantitafive. Qualitative measures cumulative grade point
average. Quantitative measures the number or percentage of courses completed. The quantitative component also
establishes the maximum time frame for completing a degree program. Financial aid recipients must meet both of
these standards to receive financial aid.

The standards established in the Satisfactory Academic Progress policy apply to all financial aid programs.

Qualitative Standard

Federal regulations require a student to have a grade point average that is consistent with the institution's policy
governing academic progress. LaGrange College has set the following minimum grade point average requirements.
The Registrar and Academic Dean monitor this component of the policy each term.

ClassificationA

Freshman
Sophomore ,
Junior
Senior

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average

1.65

1.75

1.S5
2.00

Quantitative Standard

Students receiving funds from any of the financial programs covered under this policy must demonsfrate measurable
progress toward the completion of their degree program. LaGrange College requires students to successfully
complete 67% of the credit hours for which the student enrolls each academic term. The credits hours considered
under this policy will be those for which the student is registered at the end of late regisfration. Grades of A, B, C, or
D are considered as successfiil completion of a course. Grades of F, W, WF, NR, or I are considered failing and do
not count as successfully completed courses. Audited courses are not considered in either the quantitative or
qualitative standards.

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Maximum Time Frame

Federal regulations allow a student to receive financial assistance for no more than 150% of the credit hours
required to complete the degree program. Therefore, students pursuing a bachelor's degree must complete their
program within 270 attempted credit hours. Most students will complete the program within the time frame.
However, frequent withdrawals from courses or school, change of major, failed courses, repeated courses, or courses
taken that are not related to your degree program could jeopardize financial aid eligibility. All attempted hours are
considered when reviewing maximum time frame.

Transfer students must complete their program within a maximum of 270 credit hours. Hours transferred to and
accepted by LaGrange College from other institutions are considered in the maximum time frame. For example, if a
student has 75 credit hours acceptable towards their degree program, the student may receive financial assistance for
195 addifional credit hours.

Students pursuing an additional bachelor's degree or a master's degree are eligible for an additional 90 quarter hours
to complete the degree.

Evaluation

The cumulative academic history of financial aid recipients is reviewed each term to determine if the student is
meeting the quantitative, qualitative and time frame standards for all courses attempted, regardless of whether or not
financial aid was received. Transfer grade point averages are not considered in either of these standards. However,
accepted transfer credit hours will be considered in the maximum time frame for completing a degree program.
Students who fail to meet both qualitative and quantitative standards will be placed on fmancial aid probation.
Students placed on financial aid probation are eligible for financial aid during the probationary term. If the student
does not meet the satisfactory academic progress standards at the end of the probationary term, fiature financial aid
will be terminated effective with the next term of enrollment. Students whose financial aid is terminated may appeal
to the Financial Aid Appeals Committee for re-instatement of financial aid.

Appeal Process

Student financial aid recipients who lose their eligibility for financial aid may appeal in writing to the Financial Aid
Appeals Committee except for loss of eligibility due to timeframe. Appeals must be submitted in writing to the
Director of Financial Aid outlining any mitigating circumstance(s) that impacted the student's academic
performance, documentation of circumstance(s), if applicable, and how the deficiency will be resolved. The
Director will convene the Financial Aid Appeals Committee to evaluate the request for reinstatement of financial aid
eligibility. The Director of Financial Aid will notify the student in writing of the decision of the Committee and any
conditions associated with reinstatement. Students whose appeals are approved will receive financial aid on
probationary status for the next term of enrollment and will have their academic performance reviewed at the end of
that term for continued eligibility.

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Student Financial Aid Policies

Financial aid applications for the upcoming academic year are available beginning January 1 in the
financial aid office or on the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov or www.gsfc.org .

Due to the demand for financial assistance, the Financial Aid Office awards aid to eligible students on a
fu-st-come, first-serve basis. In awarding, first priority is given to students pursuing their first
undergraduate degree. Transient, non-degree seeking, and unclassified students are not eligible for
financial assistance.

All financial aid applications and documentation for verification must be submitted before an official
financial aid award letter is mailed.

In constructing a financial aid award, funding is awairded in this order: grants and scholarships, student
loans, and student employment.

External sources of financial aid available to a financial aid recipient must be considered in the awarding of
Federal, State, and LaGrange College need-based financial aid programs. LaGrange College reserves the
right to cancel or reduce financial aid awards in the event that these resources result in financial aid in
excess of financial need.

Financial aid awards are made assuming full-time enrollment. Most LaGrange College and state financial
aid programs require full-time enrollment. However, financial assistance is available to students enrolled
on at least a half-time basis in the form of Federal student loans (Perkins, Stafford, and PLUS) and Federal
Pell Grant and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, if eligible. Students, who are HOPE
eligible, whether enrolled on a fiill-time or part-time basis, may also qualify for assistance.

A student's enrollment status will be based on the credit hours for which the student is registered at the
conclusion of late registration. All financial aid awards will be calculated using final registration
information.

Financial aid awards will be disbursed on the first day of classes provided all required documents and
eligibility requirements are met.

Federal Financial Aid Programs

Federal Pell Grant is awarded to undergraduate students pursuing a first bachelor's degree. The student's
Expected Family Contribution, Cost of Attendance, and enrollment status determines the Pell award. Students
enrolling less than fiill-time qualify for a prorated amount of Pell Grant based on their enrollment status.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is awarded to undergraduate students with exceptional
financial need. Priority is given to students eligible for the maximum Pell award.

Federal Perkins Loan is a low interest, repayable loan awarded to students with exceptional financial need. The
interest rate is 5% and no interest accrues on the loan while the borrower is enrolled half time and during the grace
period. Repayment begins nine months after graduation or withdrawal from school. Funding in this program is
limited; students may contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.

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Federal Stafford Loan is a low interest, repayable loan available to undergraduate and graduate students regardless
of income. The interest rate is a fixed rate of 6.80% for loans disbursed after July 1, 2006. Federal Stafford Loans
allow for a six (6) month grace period before the borrower begins repayment. Borrowers have a maximum often
(10) years to repay their student loan. Loans are available through banks, credit unions, and other lending
institutions. The only qualification for receiving a Federal Stafford Loan is to meet the eligibility requirements for
financial assistance. The student is not subject to credit approval for this loan. All eligible financial aid participants
may borrow fi-om the Federal Stafford Loan program.

The Stafford Loan Program is composed of two loan types, subsidized and unsubsidized. A subsidized loan is
awarded on the basis of financial need. Subsidized loan borrowers will not pay interest on the loan while enrolled in
school, during the grace period or during authorized periods of deferment. The federal government pays the interest.
An unsubsidized loan is not awarded on the basis of financial need. Any student regardless of income may
participate in this loan program. However, interest does accrue while the student is enrolled in school, during the
grace period, and during periods of deferment. The borrower has the options of paying the accrued interest or
having the interest capitalized. Capitalization adds the interest to the principal amount of your loan. This option
will increase your loan indebtedness.

The annual maximum awards fi-om the Federal Stafford Loan Program are based on the borrower's classification and
dependency status as indicated in the chart below. Effective July 1, 2007, the annual loan limits will change for
fi-eshman and sophomores. The additional $4,000 for fi-eshmen and sophomores and the additional $5,000 for
juniors and seniors are unsubsidized funds.

Classification Dependent Independent

Freshmen $3500.00 $7500.00*

Sophomores $4,500.00 $8,500.00*

Junior and Seniors $5,500.00 $10,500.00*

*Only the dependant student aimual loan amount may be subsidized.*

Georgia Student Assistance Programs

The State of Georgia provides several financial aid programs to assist residents of Georgia. Recipients of these
programs must meet financial aid eligibility and Georgia residency requirements. For most State grants, a Georgia
resident is one who has physically lived in the state for a minimum of 12 consecutive months for some purpose other
than to attend school and intends to remain in the state indefinitely. An applicant for financial aid will be considered
a resident of Georgia if he/she can demonstrate that he or she has physically resided in the state for twelve
consecutive months prior to the first date of enrollment and can provide documentation of intent to remain
indefinitely. Acceptable documentation of intent to remain indefinitely includes but is not limited to a Georgia
driver's license, voter registration card, automobile registration or other definitive evidence. Residency is
established twelve months fi-om the date the documentation was issued. If the Evening College student is a
dependent student, the residency of the supporting parent drives the residency of the student. The Director of
Financial Aid makes the final determination of residency.

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Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant is a non-need-based grant from the state to Georgia residents attending a
private college or university ftill-time. The annual amount is contingent upon funding by the Georgia Legislature.

HOPE Scholarship Program has provided scholarship assistance for Georgia residents since 1993. Georgia
residents who graduated from high school on or after June 1996 with a 'B' average are eligible for a scholarship to
attend a Georgia private college or university. HOPE Scholars attending a private college or university are eligible
for $1000 per quarter if fiill-time, and $500 per quarter is enrolled half-time. HOPE scholars must maintain a 3.0
grade point average for continued eligibility. HOPE Scholars will be evaluated at increments of 45, 90, and 135
quarter hours.

Students who did not graduate from high school as a HOPE Scholar may become eligible for the HOPE Scholarship
after completing 45, 90, or 135 quarter hours. This is provided the student's cumulative grade point average is a 3.0
or better; the student was a Georgia resident at the time of enrollment at a Georgia college or university and at the
time the student becomes eligible for the HOPE Scholarship. The calculation of grade point averages for HOPE
purposes must include all courses attempted since graduating from high school. Students who believe they qualify
for this program should contact the Director of Financial Aid for more information.

Georgia LEAP Grant is a State of Georgia need-based grant awarded to Georgia residents who qualify for Federal
Pell Grant and have substantial financial need. The annual amount is contingent upon appropriations by Congress
and the Georgia Legislature.

Law Enforcement Personnel Dependents Grants provides non-repayable grants of up to $2,000 per year to
eligible Georgia residents who are dependent children of Georgia law enforcement officers, prison guards, or
firemen who were permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty.

Disbursement of Financial Aid

Financial aid fiands are credited directly to the student's account by the Business Office at the beginning of each
quarter. The funds are applied towards current tuition, fees, room, board, and other charges as authorized by the
student. Financial aid recipients should be aware that financial aid fiinds are for educational expenses only.
Therefore, students who fail to enroll or attend classes are not eligible for their financial aid award. Disbursements
will only be made to students who have submitted all required documents for disbursement, are registered, meeting
satisfactory academic progress standards, and are enrolled for the appropriate number of credits hours to establish
eligibility for individual fmancial aid programs.

Disbursement of Excess Financial Aid

Students with a residual financial aid fiinds after tuition and other authorized charges are paid will receive a refund
of the remaining credit balance within 14 days of the beginning of classes or 14 days from the date the credit occurs
(if after final regisfration). All refiinds must be retrieved from the Business Office and require a picture ID before
disbursement. If the student wishes to leave the credit balance on the account for subsequent terms, he/she may sign
an authorization form with the Business Office.

Student Financial Aid and Federal Tax Implications

Students receiving scholarships and grants that exceed their tuition, fees, book and suppHes should be aware that
these funds are taxable under federal and state tax law. It is important that students maintain records of their grants
and scholarships and documentation of educational expenses for reporting purposes.

Federal tax law allows for only qualified scholarships and grants to be excluded from income. Qualified
scholarships are any amount of grant and scholarship you receive that is used for tuition, fees, books, supplies and
equipment required for your course instruction. Scholarships and grants that are specifically designated for
educational expenses other that those described under qualified scholarships (room, board, transportation, or living
expenses) are taxable.

Please read IRS Publication 970, "Tax Benefits for Education" for more details on reporting requirements or consult
a tax professional.

Suspected Fraud

Institutions are required to report cases of suspected fraud to the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of
Education, or, if more appropriate, to the state or local law enforcement agency having jurisdiction to investigate
these allegations. Fraud may exist if the institution believes the applicant misreported or altered information in order
to increase their financial aid eligibility.

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Academic Support Services

William & Evelyn Banks Library

The librarians and staff take great pride in the high level of service that is offered at the Banks Library. Each year
the library staff receives high marks from faculty and students on the annual library survey. Library instruction is
highly emphasized with both individual and group instruction offered.

The Banks Library provides up-to-date resources that support the curriculum and general information needs of
students and faculty. The Online Catalog can be accessed from anjovhere in the world on the WEB. Additionally,
the library makes available to students and faculty ftill-text databases on GALILEO plus discipline specific
databases to which it subscribes including JSTOR, GALE 'S Business and Company Resource Center, ATLAS
Religion Database, CINAHL, AMCO, and more.

Separate Education and Music & Art areas in the library provide easy access to library materials for those
disciplines in a comfortable, user-friendly environment. A Multi-Media Center provides access to the Internet, word
processing, presentation software, E-MAIL, and the library's electronic resources. During hours that the library is
open a scanner, computer projector, digital camera, and multi-media workstations are available for student use.
Group study rooms, study carrels, video viewing -rooms, and a large conference room are also available.

The Banks Library seeks to fiilfill the mission of the college through the provision of information resources and
services supporting the curriculum, co-curricular, and research needs of students and faculty.

Academic Advising

The Director of Evening College will serve as the academic advisor for all incoming Evening College students.
After a student declares a major, a departmental faculty advisor may be assigned to work with the student through
the completion of his/her program. The advisor fianctions as a general resource for program information, policies
and procedures, schedule planning, etc. While faculty advisors will work closely with students in the planning of
schedules, it is the student 's responsibility to insure that all program requirements are fulfilled.

Career Development Center

Evening College students are encouraged to use the resources available in the Career Development Center. The
Center maintains current career-related materials and computer-assisted guidance programs to allow students to
complete self-assessments on skills and interests related to careers or to personal development. The Center also
sponsors Job Fairs and skill-building workshops and coordinates internship opportunities. The Career Development
Center staff is available, by appointment, to meet with interested students during evening hours.

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Computer Facilities

In 1991, LaGrange College became committed to creating a fiber optic network of many computers that would
allow students and faculty to access the network anywhere on campus. The college currently has 12 computer
laboratories allowing students to access the World Wide Web fi-om virtually any site on campus. Microcomputer
labs on campus are available for general use except when the rooms have been reserved for class use. Evening
College students may find the laboratory on the 3'^'' floor of Smith Hall (room 322) most convenient for their use.
The lab consists of workstations with access to Pascal, FORTRAN, BAIC, Oracle, COBOL, SQL, and the Internet.

LaGrange College seeks to provide students with the greatest possible access to computer resources within the limits
of institutional priorities and financial capabilities, and consistent with generally accepted principles of ethics that
govern the College community. Access to computer and network facilities requires each student user to be
accountable and responsible for appropriate use of computer facilities. Students should note the following, taken
fi-om the Policy for the Responsible Use of Information Technology. The complete Policy is printed in the
LaGrange College Bulletin and is also available in the Evening College office.*

LaGrange College computing resources and associated user accounts are to be used only for the College
activities for which they are assigned or intended. The computing systems are not to be used for any non-
college related commercial purposes, public or private, either for profit or non-profit.

Many technology resources at LaGrange College are accessed through user accounts. All users are
responsible for both the protection of their account passwords and the data stored in their user accounts.
Sharing a password is prohibited. User accounts will be deactivated when the user's affiliation with the
College is terminated and all files and other data will be removed form those accounts.

The College provides email accounts for students, faculty and staff All coxirse information and other
official College communication will only be sent to campus email addresses.

Microcomputer labs on the LaGrange College campus are available for general use except during the
periods the rooms have been reserved for teaching purposes. It is the responsibility of every user to use lab
and public access facilities in a responsible manner. Use of laboratory or public access facilifies to view
material that may be considered offensive to others, which includes but is not limited to racially hatefiil and
sexually explicit material, is considered a form of harassment. The viewing of harassing material is
inconsistent with Mission of LaGrange College. Viewing such harassing material in a lab or public access
areas can result in disciplinary action.

Tutoring Center

The Student Tutoring Center is located on the 5* floor of Henry Hall. Peer tutors are available each evening to
provide assistance in English, mathematics, history, science, and other courses in the general education curriculum.
Student tutors are available Monday through Thursday and Sunday evenings fi-om 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. There is
a mathematics lab, and assistance for subjects including science, history, and literature.

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Writing Center

The Writing Center is designed to provide a service to students who would like individualized help with their
writing. It is directed by an English Department faculty member and staffed by undergraduates who have proven to
be especially proficient in their writing skills. Students are encouraged to visit the Center to conference about the
writing process, to brainstorm topics with peers, or to work with other writers on essays, research papers, and other
assigtmients. The Center is open for appointments, and for drop-in visits, weekdays until 9:00 p.m.

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Student Life

Evening College is committed to providing a positive environment that attends to a student's intellectual, emotional,
spiritual and social development. LaGrange College sponsors a variety of cultural events and recreational activities
for the enjoyment of students and their families. The College also provides programs designed to support every
dimension of students' well-being. We welcome and encourage student participation in all campus programs.

In addition to providing a positive climate for growth and development, LaGrange College is committed to fostering
an honorable standard of conduct for all within our community. The college regulations are formulated to meet
changing student needs within the framework of college policy. These regulations are effective when the student
enrolls. The specific policies with regard to student conduct are reviewed with all new students during orientation. In
addition, the statement of conduct is published in the LaGrange College Bulletin and the Student Handbook and
Panther Planner.

Development and Well Being

All new students are invited to the Evening College Orientation. This event introduces students to campus policies,
procedures, and resources and to the staff who are available to support and advise throughout the course of the
program. Small group sessions allow new and returning students to meet and share in order to encourage discussion
of the transition to college life.

The Office of the Chaplain coordinates regular chapel services when college is in session. These spirited worship
services provide opportunity for celebration, for reflection, and for fellowship with other students. Rev. Quincy
Brown is also available for individual counseling in his office in Smith Hall.

The Counseling Office located on the first floor of Smith Hall offers counseling in a variety of areas. Students
needing a confidential resource for short-term counseling should contact Director Pamela Tremblay. Areas in which
counseling is offered include stress reduction, conflict resolution, substance abuse, and interpersonal relations.

Evening students are encouraged to utilize the services of the Career Planning and Placement Center. The

counselor's are available to assist with resume preparation, interview skills development, and graduate school
applications. Meetings are by appointment, and the office does maintain evening hours one night a week for the
benefit of evening students.

The facilities of the Aquatics Complex are available for recreational and lap swimming year-round. In addition, the
facilities and equipment of the Physical Education Department are available for recreational use when not
otherwise scheduled for instructional, athletic, or intramural use. Hours for the fitness center, gymnasium, and pool,
will be posted each term. A valid LaGrange College ID is required for admittance to all facilities.

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Events and Activities

The Theatre Arts Department sponsors a series of plays in Price Theatre and the Fine Arts Department hosts a
variety of gallery exhibits in the Lamar Dodd Art Center throughout the year. Admission is free for students.
Announcements about coming events are posted on the college web site and printed in the Evening Update
newsletter.

Cultural Enrichment activities occur throughout the year. TTie events include Contact Hour lectures, presentations,
performances, etc. Evening students are encouraged and welcomed to participate in both day and evening events as
their schedules permit.

Students with an interest in writing are encouraged to contribute to The Hilltopper, the campus student newspaper,
or to The Scroll, the annual literary magazine. Interested students should contact the English department chair for
further information.

Honors Day is an annual spring event highlighting outstanding student achievement. Dean's List students are
recognized, and departmental honors are awarded. Evening student inductees into Alpha Sigma Lambda Academic
Honor Society are announced during this celebration.

The Student Government Association sponsors occasional study breaks for Evening students each term to
encourage students to take a few minutes to unwind and relax with fellow students. The date for each coffee is
announced via campus e-mail.

Associations

LaGrange College chartered a student chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management in 2005. Student
SHRM is an organizational modeled after national SHRM, an association created to both advance and support
professionals in the human resource field. The student chapter, hosted by West Georgia SHRM, is designed to
supplement classroom education with real-world knowledge and hands-on HR experience through guest speakers,
site visits, and monthly networking opportunities. Student members are eligible for SHRM scholarships, and
graduates receive a significant discount when sitting for the PHR national certification examination.

Alpha Sigma Lambda is the national adult honor society, founded in 1945 and dedicated to honoring the
achievement of adult undergraduates who model academic excellence in the midst of managing many other areas of
their lives. From among those who meet the G.P.A. requirement (3.4 minimum cumulative average with at least 40
institutional quarter hours), only 10% of nontraditional students are invited to join. New members are inducted into
the Kappa Iota chapter each spring during a special ceremony at Sunny Gables.

left: 2006 honor inductees with invited faculty;
below: 2006 inductee Tim Reynolds and daughter

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Academic Policies

Class Attendance

Students are expected to attend all class sessions including labs, for all courses. If a student must be absent, all
matters related to student absence, including makeup work, must be arranged with the professor. Each course
syllabus makes a clear statement about policies related to absences. Please note that excessive absences (as
determined by the instructor) may result in an administrative withdrawal with a grade of "W " or " WF".

Students are expected to be present for all quizzes and examinations on the days scheduled, unless approval for
alternate testing has been arranged with the professor.

Course Registration

Pre-registration is conducted several weeks before the onset of each new term. While students are encouraged to
register online via PantherNet, they are required to contact their advisor first to discuss their academic progress and
their intended schedule. The advisor hold will be removed - allowing the student to self-register - only after the
conversation with the advisor has occurred.

As a general policy. Evening students may not register for classes offered on the Day schedule. The Evening
College is a separate and distinct program whose academic calendar and tuition schedules differ fi-om that of the
day program. A student with a compelling need to request enrollment in a Day course must meet with the academic
advisor and complete an Academic Petition form for review and consideration by the Vice President for Academic
Affairs and Dean.

Fall Enrichment Term

In the fall of 2004, the Evening College added a Fall Enrichment Term to the academic program. The 3 Vi week
mini-term is designed to enrich students' learning experience through elective study of significant topics not
included in the regular general education or major curriculum. Course offerings will vary each year, but have
included such topics as Southern Women: Fact and Fiction, Global Food Production and World Hunger, Social
Inequality, and The Short Story.

All fi-eshmen who enroll later than summer 2004 must include two fall enrichment courses in their schedule;
students are encouraged to enroll during their freshman and sophomore years. Students who matriculated prior to
fall 2004 are required to complete one enrichment course in their academic experience. The term runs from mid-
November through early December, and, for financial aid purposes, is considered to be included as a part of the fall
quarter.

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Grades and Credits

The definitions of grades given at LaGrange College are as follows:

A+ 4.00 A 4.00 A- 3.75

B+ 3.25 B 3.00 B- 2.75

C+ 2.25 C 2.00 C- 1.75

D+ 1.25 Dl.OO

F - failing

I - incomplete. This is a temporary grade, assigned by the instructor if a student is doing satisfactory work and,
for reasons beyond the student's control, cannot complete the work for the quarter.

NC - no credit

W - withdrawn. An automatic 'W is given if the student withdraws after the end of drop and add but before the
completion of three weeks of class. After the deadline for automatic withdrawal passes, the instructor will
assign a 'W or a 'WF' depending upon the student's status.

WF - withdrawn, failing

AW - audit, withdrawn

AU - audit, complete

NR - grade not reported by the instructor

Declaration of Major

A student may declare his/her academic major after successfully completing 22 quarter hours. Students must declare
a major by the time they have completed 75 quarter hours of course work. The declaration of major is initiated in the
Evening College office, and must be signed by the student's academic advisor and by the appropriate department
chair. The major requirements are based on the Bulletin in effect when the major is declared, not on the Bulletin of
entry.

Honor Code

Students at LaGrange College sign the Honor Code, which states,

As a member of the student body of LaGrange College, 1 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 Code is the responsibility of every student, faculty member, and staff member at LaGrange
College. All members of the College community are needed to support the enforcement of the Code which
prohibits lying, cheating, or stealing when those actions involve academic processes.

The Honor Council, composed often students, 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. In endorsing the Honor Code,

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the faculty agreed to report any suspected violation of the Honor Code to the Honor Council, either through the Vice
President for Academic Affairs and Dean or the Chair of the Honor Council. Members of the faculty are therefore
expected to report 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.

The following are violations of the Honor Code:

Lying in any academic matter

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)

Failure to report a violation of the Honor Code

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

Failure to maintain confidentiality regarding an Honor Council case

Sanctions include:

Assigning a grade of zero to the related academic work (assignments, tests, case study, etc.)

Lowering the final grade in the course by one letter

A grade of "F" in the course

Suspension for one academic term (excluding Summer)

Dismissal from the College

Student Rights:

To be presumed innocent

To a fair, impartial, and timely hearing

To face and question any witnesses at a hearing

To testify and present material on one's own behalf

To a separate hearing upon request

To subsequent appeal

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. The students should expect to write the pledge (or and

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abbreviated version of the pledge, on the outside of the examinations. The Academic Honor Pledge states: I pledge
that I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid on this assignment or examination, nor have I witnessed any
violation of the Honor Code. Accordingly, instructors may leave the room during the examination and students are
on their honor to do their own work. Since all students are pledged to abide by the Honor Code, instructors may
leave their room during an examination and students are on their honor to do their own work. 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.

For a complete description of the Honor Code, please see the Panther Planner! Student Handbook, or the Student
Honor Code Handbook 2007-2008.

Student Appeals

There are processes by which students may petition regarding academic issues, including Academic Forgiveness,
Grade Appeals, and Appeal of Academic Policy. The procedures are detailed in the LaGrange College Bulletin and
summary information is also maintained in the Evening College Office.

Student Status

Student status is determined based on successful completion of credit hours, per the following.

Freshman 1 - 45 hours

Sophomore 46-89 hours

Junior 90-134 hours

Senior 1 35 or more hours

Students may declare their academic major after completion of 22 quarter hours. Please note that no grade below

(C-) in any course about the 100 level may be applied toward a major.

180 hours are required for completion of the degrees in Business Administration and Human Development. The
general education curriculum - 101 credit hours - meets the requirement for the completion of the Associate of Arts
in Liberal Studies degree.

Transcripts

Students are provided transcripts of their academic record free of charge. Requests should be made in writing to the
Registrar's Office well in advance of the date needed. No transcript will be issued to a student under financial
obligation to the College.

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Transfer between Programs

Students should not assume the privilege of automatic transfer from the Evening program to the Day program.
Students interested in changing their enrollment classification from Evening to Day must complete an academic
petition indicating the reason for requesting the program transfer. Before presenting to the Vice President for
Academic Affairs and Dean for consideration, the petition must be signed by the current academic advisor and by
the major advisor of the Day program into which the student desires transfer. Note that a transfer between programs
may only be requested one time during a student's undergraduate career.

Transient Work

Evening College may petition to complete a course at another institution as a transient student, within the following
parameters.

1 . A student who fails a course at LaGrange College is not permitted to repeat the course elsewhere.

2. A student may petition for a general education course only. Major courses may not be completed through
transient work.

3. Students who have competed more than 90 quarter hours are normally ineligible to complete transient work at a
2-year institution, but must apply to an institution that awards the baccalaureate degree.

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Degree Requirements

Evening College offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, the Bachelor of Arts degree in
Human Development, and the Associates of Arts degree in Liberal Studies. To obtain the Business Administration
or Human Development degree, a student must complete 1 80 quarter hours including the General Education
curriculum and major courses; a departmental assessment and the MAPP test are also required. Students for whom
the Liberal Studies degree is the terminal degree will satisfy their requirement upon successful completion of the
101-hour general education curriculum and the MAPP test. Students who have declared a major in Liberal Studies
concurrent with a bachelor's degree program are exempt from the MAPP test until the final term of their B.A.
program.

Candidates for degrees must earn, at a minimum, a 2.0 quality point average. Note that grades of "C-" may be
counted toward the major, but the major GPA must remain at or above 2.0 in order for the student to graduate.

Candidates must also meet the residency requirements for Evening College. Generally, B.A. candidates must
accomplish the last 60 hours in Evening College. With the approval of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and
Dean, students may earn 15 hours of transient credit during their final 90 hours.

Candidates for the associate degree must accomplish the last 30 hours in Evening College.

WhUe each student will work with a faculty- advisor to plan her/his academic program, the ultimate
responsibility' for insuring that all degree requirements are accomplished rests with the student.

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General Education Curriculum

LaGrange College is first and foremost a liberal arts and sciences college. The underlying philosophy of liberal
learning is found throughout the curriculum, but is most obvious in the structure of the General Education
Curriculum that provides the foundation for all studies.
The curriculum is distributed as follows:
Required Courses:

College 101

2 hours

*Englishl01,102and, 103

1 5 hours

History 101 and 102 or HI and 112

10 hours

Mathematics 101

5 hours

Computer Science 1 70

5 hours

Religion 101, 103 or 104

5 hours

Speech 105

5 hours

Physical Education or HPR

4 hours

Total:

51 hours

Electives:

Humanities/Fine Arts

15 hours

**Modem Language/Culture

5 hours

Science/Mathematics

15 hours

Social/ Behavioral Science

1 5 hours

Total

50 hours

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* Students transferring from an institution for which credits in ENG 101 and 102 constitute a complete English
sequence are exempt from the ENG 103 course requirement.

**Students who declare a major in Human Development may not use LAS 104 to satisfy the modem

language/culture requirement. Human Development majors must complete the SPN 101 and 102 sequence.

The following courses are all options for the completion of the elective courses within the general education
ciuriculum.

I. Humanities/Fine Arts
ART 109 - Art History I
ART 110 -Art History II
ART 151 - Basic Drawing
ENG 204 - British Literature I
ENG 205 - British Literature II

ENG 206 - American Literature I

ENG 207 - American Literature II
ENG 208 - World Literature
MUS 112 -Music Survey
THA 101 - Drama Survey I
THA 102 - Drama Survey II

THA 184 -Acting 1

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II. Modern Language/Culture

SPN 101 - Elementary Spanish I
SPN 102 - Elementary Spanish II
LAS 104 - Latin American Culture

m. Science/ Mathematics
GSC 101 - Earth Science I
GSC 102 - Earth Science II
MTH 114 -Statistics
MTH 118 - Quantitative Reasoning

rV. Social/ Behavioral Science

PSC 101 - United States Government
PSY 149 - Introduction to Psychology
PSY 202 - Human Growth and Development
SOC 146 - Introduction to Sociology
SOC 247 - The Family
SOC 253 -Social Problems
SOC 299 -Introduction to Human Services
PHL 149 - Introduction to Philosophy

Minor in Sociology

Students who desire to earn a minor in sociology must complete five courses in the disciplines of Sociology and

ired courses:

SOC 146

Principles of Sociology

SOC 247

The Family

SOC 253

Social Problems

Electives (select 2 of 3):
SOC 306 America's Children

SOC 307 Criminology

PSY 32 1 Social Psychology

Minor in Human Resource Management

Students pursuing a minor in human resource management must successftjlly complete the following classes.

BuA 351 Legal and Ethical Environment

BuA 370 Management and Organizational Behavior

BuA 374 Interpersonal Relations in Organizations

BuA 376 Managing Human Resources

BuA 480A Performance Management

BuA 480B Legal Implications of Human Resources

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Courses

The courses available through Evening College follow. The Business Administration Department is presented first,
followed by the Human Development. General Education required and elective courses follow, listed alphabetically
by department.

Following each course number is the anticipated term in which the course will be taught. The schedule will be
followed insofar as possible, but is subject to change. The course list is accurate and complete at the time of
publication of this Bulletin. Courses may be added to/deleted from the program at the discretion of the College.

Course Numbering System and Abbreviations

Courses numbered 100 through 199 are intended primarily for freshmen and sophomores. Courses numbered 200 to
299 are intended primarily for sophomores. Courses numbered 300 through 399 and above are intended primarily
for juniors and seniors. Courses numbered 400 through 499 (with the exception of the 480 Special Topics courses)
are intended primarily for seniors.

The number in parentheses following the course title indicates the number of quarter hours credit awarded for the
course. If a course has a prerequisite, it will be so noted following the course description.

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Business Administration

Within the context of a liberal arts environment, the Business Administration curriculum is designed to aid the
student in developing a fundamental understanding of the nature, purposes and interdependencies of business
systems and the socioeconomic envirormients in which they operate. The liberal arts education that students receive
at LaGrange College provides the foundation for critical thinking, communication, and the leadership skills needed
for a successful professional career.

Mission Statement

We are dedicated to the development of our students' abilities to think critically and creatively and to the
enhancement of their communication skills.

We seek to integrate and extend liberal arts-based values through discussion, discovery, and reflection
based on contemporary business content.

We seek to provide a safe, caring and ethical place for all our students to grow and mature.

Learning Outcomes of Our Program

A student who successfully completes the B.A. in Business Administration degree requirements should be able
to:

Demonstrate general knowledge and comprehension of business concepts and the ability to integrate this
knowledge.

Synthesize and make connections among different ideas, as well as demonstrate the ability to think
creatively and critically, and to formulate logical arguments.

Show an intrinsic desire to learn and a curiosity about the world and about business by actively
participating in class, group work, and individual research.

Formulate and defend ethical judgments and develop an understanding of individual moral responsibility,
particularly in a group or corporate setting.

Communicate in a professional manner, both orally and in writing, using technology appropriately.

Work in teams and demonstrate an understanding of interpersonal relations, and the leadership and
followership processes

Accept and embrace risk and uncertainty in the business enviroimient.

The 180-hour B.A. in Business Administration requires completion of the general education courses, the major
courses listed below (50 hours), and 29 elective hours. In addition to the course requirements, students must sit for
the comprehensive Department Assessment Test (DAT) prior to graduation.

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Note: Students must complete ENG 102 and CSC 170 prior to entering 300-level business courses.

Major Courses. Required:

BuA200 Principles of Economics BuA380 Principles of Marketing

BuA 260 Principles of Financial Acct BuA 440 Management Simulation

BuA263 Principles of Managerial Acct LAS 393 Intercultural Communications

BuA 351 Legal and Ethical Environment Math 114 Statistics

BuA354 Business Performance Analysis

BuA 370 Mgmt. and Organizational Behavior

BuA 101 Contemporary Economics/Business Issues (5) On Demand

This is the basic economics course for non-majors and is designed to provide students with an understanding of
introductory economic principles to analyze, from an economic perspective, issues such as the population explosion,
poverty, pollution, unemployment, and inflation.

BuA 200 Principles of Economics (5) Fall

An introduction to the science of economics and its analytical tools. This course is devoted to providing the student

with a thorough understanding of the basic principles of a) microeconomics: the study of the economic behavior of

individual households and firms and the determination of factor prices, and b) macroeconomics: the study of the

determination of the aggregate levels of income, output, employment and prices and the examination of fiscal and

monetary policy. jr

BuA 260 Principles of Financial Accounting (5) Fall

This course provides an introduction to accounting as a device for reporting business activity. The underlying

principles of accounting are studied, in addition to the preparation and use of financial statements.

BuA 263 Principles of Managerial Accounting (5) Winter

A study of managerial control systems and the uses of accounting information for plaimtng and control, including
analysis and interpretation of data, and use of cost information for business policy implementation.
Prerequisite: BuA 260 or consent of instructor

BuA 322 Business Ethics (5) On Demand

A study of current social problems faced by business with particular attention paid to the background factors giving
rise to those problems, various proposed solutions, and the approach that is currently being followed.
Prerequisite: Junior standing, or consent of instructor

BuA 351 Legal and Ethical Environment of Business (5) Fall

This course addresses the legal and ethical implications of business decisions. Topics may include legal
organization, employment, discrimination, contracts, workplace, safety, product liability and antitrust issues. Cost-
benefit analysis will be used as a tool to evaluate business decisions in light of existing legal rules and social
responsibility.

BuA 353 Corporate Finance (5) On Demand

The first half of this course focuses on various methods used by corporate managers to evaluate alternative

investment opportunities, including discounted payback, internal rate of return, discounted cash flow and "economic ?^^

value added" analyses. The second half of the course focuses on the methods used to finance corporate investments

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in assets, including capital structure, cost of capital, bankruptcy risk, informal workout and Chapter 1 1
reorganization issues. Relevant legal, accounting and tax issues are integrated throughout the course content.
Prerequisite: BuA 200, 260.

BuA 354 Business Performance Analysis (5) On Demand

A comprehensive survey of the basic tools and models used in contemporary financial statement analysis.
Prerequisite: CSCMQ

BuA 357 Investments (5) On Demand

This course provides students with an introduction to the tools for analyzing the potential retums and risks of
individual securities and how to combine them efficiently into portfolios. The course will also examine the
equilibrium pricing of capital assets, risk-adjusted evaluations of portfolio performance, the efficiency of the capital
allocation process in security markets, the formulation of investment policies and strategies, and other investment-
related topics.

Prerequisite: BuA 200

BuA 370 Management and Organizational Behavior (5) Winter

This coxu-se will introduce the principles undergirding classical, behavioral and contingency approaches to
management; explore organizational challenges surrounding key issues including ethics, management of diversity,
and change; and examine a range of strategies for motivating and leading individuals and groups within
organizations.

Prerequisite: BuA 260 or consent of instructor

BuA 374 Interpersonal Relations in Organizations (5) On Demand

A study of human interaction in the organizational context. Topics to be covered include self-concept, frames of
reference, values and attitudes, barriers and breakdowns in communications.
Prerequisite: BuA 370 or consent of instructor

BuA 376 Managing Human Resources (5) On Demand

The study of the basic principles and functions of effective personnel administration and human resource
management. Extensive use is made of the case method of study. Students gain experience looking at personnel
problems, individually and as members of groups.

Prerequisite: BuA 370 or consent of instructor

BuA 380 Principles of Marketing (5) Fall

An introduction to the important principles of marketing management and the role of marketing in a contemporary
society, in business enterprises and in the nonprofit organization. Considers the planning, operation and evaluation
of marketing and promotional efforts necessary to the effective marketing of consumer and industrial offerings.
Prerequisite: BuA 200 or consent of instructor

BuA 401 Entrepreneurship (5) On Demand

A study of the application of the science of management to the development and management of the small business
enterprise. Opportunities, characteristics, and problems with the small business will be evaluated. Students will be
required to develop a business plan for a small business and when possible students will be given an opportunity to
work on special projects with small businesses in the community. The class requires active participation by students
in and out of the classroom.

Prerequisites: BuA 370, 380, or consent of instructor

BuA 440 Management Simulation (5) Spring

This is the capstone course for majors in Business. It incorporates the use of a computer-based simulation in an
effort to integrate all of the functional areas of business into one comprehensive course. Students are required to
work in groups as managers of a simulated company and make the necessary marketing, finance, economic,
accounting, and management decisions to run their company effectively. The students' grades are a ftinction of
individual and group performance.

Prerequisites: Senior standing, completion of all course requirements in major or permission of inst.

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BuA 470 Research in Business (5) On Demand

Research project or paper in business or economics. A student must present a course description/project proposal in

writing to the faculty member chairing the research for approval by the end of pre-registration during the quarter

prior to enrolling for the course. No more than 5 credit hours per quarter and a maximum of 10 credit hours may be

taken.

BuA 480 Special Topics (2 - 5) On Demand

A series of special topic courses providing students with exposure to issues and concepts not covered in their regular

course work.

Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor

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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

The Human Development major explores both theoretical and practical issues of human development, with a special
focus on early childhood issues. The major is grounded in the disciplines of education, psychology, and sociology.
Students will explore patterns of behavior in learning, examine models for teaching within early childhood settings,
and study dimensions of individual development within the framework of historical, social, and cultural foundations.

Graduates of the program will be well prepared to work in Head Start or other pre-school environments, to teach in
elementary classrooms (upon passage of G ACE and enrollment in a masters program), or to pursue middle grades
certification through the Master of Arts in Teaching program. Students who desire to pursue alternative certification
through Georgia TAPP, must earn a 2.5 cumulative GPA, and must have an offer of employment by a participating
school district to meet eligibility requirements.
As learning outcomes for students in the Human Development major, students will be expected to:

Identify the nature of childhood learning and behaviors

Develop an understanding of diagnostic tools and approaches for student assessment

Develop an understanding of the connections between social, physical, emotional, and intellectual
development

Exhibit the ability to synthesize information and make cormections between disciplines

Demonstrate the ability to think critically and communicate effectively

Demonstrate knowledge of strategies to build supportive classrooms that foster enthusiastic engagement in
learning

Demonstrate understanding of the ethical framework upon which all classroom activities are built

Education:

EDU 199 Foundarions in Education

EDU 319 Math Methods

EDU 342 Child Development

EDU 354 Introduction to Reading and Literature

EDU 366 Creative Arts and Movement

*History:

HIS 3 15 Georgia History (or other upper level HIS course at discretion of the Education Department chair)

*Sociologv:

SOC 146 Principles of Sociology
SOC 247 The Family
SOC 253 Social Problems

* Psychology:

PSY 149 Introduction to Psychology

PSY 202 Human Growth and Development
PSY 321 Social Psychology
PSY 350 Abnormal Psychology
Special Topics:

A senior-level course with relevant topics chosen from Sociology, History, or Psychology department
*Please refer to individual department listings beginning on page 39 for a description of these courses.

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EDU 199 Foundations in Education (5) Summer

An introduction to teaching and learning, the course addresses issues including INTASC standards, curriculum,
professionalism, accountability, code of ethics, and certification requirements. This course must be completed prior
to admission to the Human Development major, and is a prerequisite for all other EDU courses.

EDU 319 Math Methods (5) Winter

The course focuses on a constructivist, inquiry approach to learning and teaching in the early childhood and
elementary classroom. There is an emphasis on pre-number concepts and problem solving and regular practice
using mental mathematical exercises and activities with manipulatives.

EDU 342 Child Development (5) Fall

The course involves study of the principles of growth and development from conception through twelve years of
age. Specific attention will be given to the influences of family on physical maturation, cognitive development,
social skills, and personality development. Major contributions from leading authorities in the field will be
emphasized during the study of each area of development.

EDU 354 Introduction to Reading and Literature (5) Fall

The course covers theories and principles of reading instruction, the reading process, and emergent literacy. There

will be a focus on children's literature and its role in elementary reading programs.

EDU 366 Creative Arts and Movement (5) Spring

The course explores theories and practices that promote intellectual, language, physical, social and emotional
development, and school readiness for pre-school and elementary aged children. The course suggests ways to
facilitate learning through a differentiated curriculum incorporating music, art, and movement, which reflects the
child's community, cultural, linguistic, and individual characteristics.

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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES

Art and Design

ART 109 Art Historj Survey I (5) Fall

A course in the visual arts of western civilization from the Paleolithic period through the 16"" century. Cultures
surveyed will include Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Greek, Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine, Medieval, Gothic and
the Italian and Northern Renaissance.

ART 110 Art ffistory Survey H (5) Spring

This course will survey the history of Western art and architecture from the Baroque period to the beginning of the
20'*' century, including the stylistic movements of the Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism,
Impressionism, Expressionism and Cubism.

ART 151 Basic Drawing (5) On Demand

A course in drawing fundamentals, including line, composition, perspective, and chiaroscuro. A variety of drawing

media will be explored.

ART 227 Ceramics-Methods and Materials (5) On Demand

This introduction to ceramic methods and techniques explores both wheel throwing and hand building used in
forming vessels and sculpture. This will include using the potter's wheel, slabs, coils, textures to create form.
Glazing, decoration and firing methods such as raku, pitfire and standard reduction will also be emphasized.

ART 271 Painting I (5) On Demand

An introduction to painting with acrylics or oils. Projects will explore the ftindamentals of composition and

modeling with color and light

Computer Science

CSC 170 Microsoft Office and Information Systems (5) Fall, Spring

An introduction to information systems software. Microsoft Office Professional will be the primary software

utilized.

English

ENG 100 Basic Composition (5) Summer

Introduction and practice in the ftindamentals of expository writing, including paragraph development, organization,

logic, grammar and mechanics.

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ENG 101 Composition I (5) Fall

Introduction to expository writing, emphasizing the essay form, the writing process, and rhetorical modes of thesis

development. Students use conference days for peer editing and consultation with instructors.

Prerequisite to all higher-numbered English courses.

ENG 102 Composition II (5) Winter

Introduction to critical thinking and writing about literature, emphasizing reading strategies and analytic writing.
Students use conference days for peer editing and consultation with instructors.
Prerequisite to all higher-numbered English courses

ENG 103 Composition III (5) Spring

Introduction to interdisciplinary writing, emphasizing research techniques and methods of documentation. Students

use conference days for library research, peer editing and consultation.

Prerequisite to all higher-numbered English courses

ENG 204 British Literature I (5) On Demand

A survey of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon Period through the Eighteenth Centiuy. Short critical essays

required, with at least one entailing documentation.

ENG 205 British Literature n (5) On Demand

A survey of British literature from the Romantics through the Modem/Postmodern Period. Short critical essays

required, with at least one entailing documentation.

ENG 206 American Literature I (5) On Demand

A survey of American Literature from the Colonial period through American Romanticism. Short critical essays

required, with at least one entailing documentation.

ENG 207 American Literature II (5) On Demand.

A survey of American literature from Realism and Naturalism through the Modem/Postmodern Period. Short critical

essays required, with at least one entailing documentation.

ENG 208 World Literature (5) On Demand

A survey of classical works in translation, emphasizing the Greek, Roman, and Medieval periods. Short critical

essays required, with at least one entailing documentation.

Freshman Seminar

COL 101 Gateway to Success (2) Fall, Spring

This orientation course uses discussion of directed readings, journal writing, and group activities to develop
strategies for effective reading, writing, critical thinking, and related skills necessary for successful college study.
The course must be completed within the first two terms after enrollment and is required for all freshmen and for
transfer students with less than 45 quarter hours of earned credits.

General Science

GSClOl Earth Science I (5) Winter

An introduction to the concepts, principles, and processes of Physical Geology with a brief consideration of

Historical Geology. (

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GSC 102 Earth Science II (5) Spring

A continuation of Earth Science I with elements

Prerequisite: GSC 101

Health, Physical Education and Recreation

HPR 154 Community First Ald/CPR (2) On Demand

Identification of emergency situations and selection of correct response. Certification in American Red Cross

standard first aid and adult, child and infant rescue breathing and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

HPR 200 Communit> Health (2) On Demand

An investigation of various health care programs available in the community and various health-related issues.

HPR 201 Community Recreation (2) On Demand

An investigation of various recreation programs available in the community, state, and nation.

HRP 2 1 Fitness for Life (2) On Demand

A study of basic principles of physical conditioning, weight control, relaxation, and stress management. Students
will have the opportunity to devise and implement a personalized fitness/weight control program tailored to
individual needs and levels of fitness.

HPR 333 Nutrition and Health (2) Fall

An introduction to nutrition concepts and current dietary trends, focusing on health promotion. Nutrients are

explored with regard to sources, dietary requirements, and health implications. Student interest are incorporated.

PED 1 05 Jogging ( 1 ) Fall, Winter, Summer

Participation in progressive running programs designed to increase cardiovascular endurance.

PED 108 Physical Conditioning (1) Spring, Summer

Basic assessment, maintenance, and improvement of over-all physical fitness.

PED 1 1 6 Personal Fitness { 1 ) On Demand

Introduction to diet and weight control techniques as well as assessment and maintenance of personal fitness.

History

HIS 101 World Civilization I (5) Winter, alternate years

A survey course on the development of world civilization up to 1660.

HIS 102 World Civilization II (5) Spring, alternate years

A survey course on the development of world civilization from 1660 to present.

HIS 111 History of the United States to 1 865 (5) Winter, alternate years
Emphasis on the Colonial, Revolutionary, early national, and Civil War periods.

HIS 112 History of the United States, 1865 to the Present (5) Spring, alternate years
Emphasis on Reconstruction, liberal nationalism. New Deal, and postwar periods.

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HIS 203 Lives of Illustrious Men and Women (2) On Demand
A study of the men and women whose deeds and ideas shaped history.

HIS 205 Men and Movements that Shaped American History (2) On Demand.
A biographical study of American History.

HIS 315 Georgia History (5) Winter

A study of Georgia History from the pre -colonial period to the present with emphasis on the historical, social,
economic and political development of the State.

HIS 480 Special Topics (2) On Demand

Courses designed to broaden student's general knowledge of the discipline through exploration of topics including
women's history and the civil rights movement.

Sociology

see 146 Introduction to Sociology (5) Fall

An introduction to the scientific study of the structure and dynamics of human society.

SOC 148 Introduction to Anthropology (5) On Demand
A general introduction to physical and cultural anthropology.

SOC 247 The FamUy (5) Spring

An analysis of contemporary marriage and family experiences.

SOC 253 Social Problems (5) Summer

A study of selected social problems in American society which are related to deviant behavior, value conflict, or

social disorganization.

SOC 299 Introduction to Human Services (5) On Demand

An introduction to generalist human services. Emphasis is placed on the historical development of the profession as

well as exposure to various career opportunities in the helping profession.

SOC 306 America's CbUdren (5) Winter

An analysis of current issues confronting America's children.

SOC 307 Criminology (5) Summer

A multi-disciplinary examination of criminal behavior and corrections, with an emphases on competing theories

regarding the origins and incidence of criminality and the social forces underlying criminal and deviant behavior.

Latin American Studies

LAS 104 Introduction to Latin American Culture (5) On Demand
A study of the art, literature, history, and anthropology of Latin America.

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LAS 393 Intercultural Communications (5) Spring

Operating in today's global environment, effective business professionals must learn to work comfortably with
people whose communication practices and behaviors are informed by cultural traditions that may differ from those
of the Western world. This course is designed as an introduction to the challenges of cross-cultural communication
and an examination of communication strategies that promote effective leadership in this envirormient.

Mathematics

MTH 100 Basic Math (5) Summer, Winter

An overview of basic skills in mathematics including ratios and proportion, percent use effractions and decimals,

systems of measurements and linear equations.

MTH 101 College Algebra (5) Fall, Spring

A study of sets, real numbers, operations, order, inequalities, polynomial factoring, ftinctions, graphs, exponents,

fu-st- and second-degree equations, and systems of equations.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 100 or satisfactory score on mathematics placement test.

MTH 114 Statistics (5) Winter

A study of problems related to statistical procedures as applied to economics, education, the social sciences, and the

Hfe sciences.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 1 1 or higher.

MTH 118 Quantitative Reasoning (5) On Demand

Mathematical techniques and computer methods will be used in the development of quantitative reasoning skills.
This core focuses on answering questions and solving problems that require quantitative reasoning. These
techniques and methods will be examined in the context of examples taken from the social sciences, business,
economics and other disciplines. The applications of spreadsheets, graphing and statistical methods will be used.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 101 or higher.

MTH 360 Finite Mathematics (5) On Demand

A study of the finite mathematics with business applications.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 101 or higher.

Music

MUS 112 Music Survey (5) Winter

A broad survey of music from the Western classical tradition aimed at developing aesthetic awareness and critical

analysis of music from diverse styles and genres.

Philosophy

PHL 149 Introduction to Philosophy (5) On Demand

A survey of the major fields of thought involving those principles which are basic in the making of man's culture

and history.

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Political Science

PSC 101 United States Government (5) On Demand

An introduction to political science through an analysis of the political system of the United States. Topics
considered include: basic concepts of political science, federalism, civil liberties and civil rights, basic governmental
institutions, elections and public opinion, political parties and groups, and domestic and foreign public policy.

Psychology

PSY 149 Introduction to Psychology (5) Fall

A survey of major topics in psychology including basic neuroanatomy, motivation, learning perception, personality

and abnormal behavior.

This course is a prerequisite for all other psychology courses.

PSY 202 Human Growth and Development (5) Winter

A study of normal life beginning with conception. Important developmental phenomena are considered in the light

of major theories of development.

PSY 321 Social Psychology (5) Spring

A course dealing with behavior as affected by social influences. Major topics include social perception, social
communication (verbal and nonverbal), altruism, attitudes, aggression, and prejudice. Also, applied areas such as
forensic psychology are considered.

PSY 350 Abnormal Psychology (5) Spring

A survey of the causes, characteristics, current theories, and treatments of deviant behavior.

Religion

REL 101 Symbols, Texts, and Practices (5) On Demand

An introduction to the Christian tradition of faith through a study of its central symbols, sacred tests, and practices.

REL 102 Jewish Origins in Context (5) Fall, alternate years

A study of the Hebrew bible, commonly called by Christians the Old Testament, in the context of the ancient Near
Eastern world. The course also will ask students to reflect on the impact of the Hebrew bible on Western
civilization and its implications for the contemporary world.

REL 103 New Testament Writings in Context (5) Fall, alternate years

A study of the New Testament writings in the context of Greco-Roman civilization. The course also will ask
students to reflect on the impact of Christian scriptures on Western civilization and consider their implications for
the contemporary world.

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Spanish

SPN 101 Beginning Spanish I (5) Fall, Spring

A course for beginners with intensive practice in oral communications, pronunciation, essentials of grammar, and

where possible, reading of simple prose.

SPN 102 Beginning Spanish 11 (5) Winter
A continuation of Spanish 101.

Speech

SPC 105 Speech Fundamentals (5) On Demand

A course emphasizing development of organizational and delivery skills through individual speaking exercises in a

variety of formats including informative, demonstrative and persuasive.

Theatre Arts

THA 101 Drama Survey I (5) On Demand

A survey of the discovery of theatre, beginning in ancient Greece and continuing through the rise of Realism.
Students will study theatre as a developed art form through the reading, viewing and discussion of plays
representing diverse eras of history.

THA 102 Drama Survey 11 (5) On Demand

A survey of the discovery of theatre from the rise of Realism through contemporary drama. Students will study

theatre as a developed art form through the reading, viewing & discussion of plays representing diverse eras of

history.

THA 184 Acting I (5) On Demand

A course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of acting for the stage. Course will include
achievement of a simple objective, self and sensory awareness, relaxation, concentration and beginning scene and
text analysis.

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Faculty

Barber-Knoll, Kim (1995)

Associate Professor of Theater Arts;
B.S., University of Tennessee;
M.F.A. University of California at Los Angeles

Barrett, David M., Jr. (2003)

Associate Professor of Business

BSME Tufts University; MBA Georgia State University;

Ph.D. Georgia State University

Bearden, Cindi(2001)

Assistant Professor of Business

B.S. Jacksonville State University; M.Acc. University of Alabama;

Certified Public Accountant

Birkeli, Jon (1987)

Chair, Business Department; Ely R. Callaway, Sr. Professor in International Business
A.B. Lenoir-Rhyne College; Ph.D. University of South Carolina

Blair, Sandra (2000)

Assistant Professor of Nursing

B.S.N. LaGrange College; M.S.N. Georgia State University

Cody-Rydzewski, Susan R. (2002)

Assistant Professor of Human Services

B.A. Jacksonville University; M.A., Ph.D., University of Florida

Kovach, William (2006)

Assistant Professor

B.A., M.B.A. Michigan State University

Livingston, Donald R. (2001)

Chair, Education Department; Assistant Professor of Education

B.S. Drexel University; M.Ed., West Chester University; Ed. D. Georgia Southern University

Matthews, Todd (2006)

Assistant Professor of Sociology /Anthropology

B.A. Salisbury University; M.A. University of Tennessee; A.B.D. Mississippi State University

McClanahan, Greg A. (1988)

Chair, Division of Science and Mathematics; Professor of Mathematics
B.S., M.S., Auburn University; Ph.D., Clemson University

McMullen, Linda (1999)

Assistant Professor of Organizational Leadership, Director of Evening College
B.S., M.S. Geneva College

Williamson, Phillip R. (1969)

Associate Professor of Health and Physical Education; Director of Athletics; B.S., M.S., Troy State
University

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Adjunct Faculty

Barry, Robert J.

Instructor, Business Administration

B.S., Coker College; M.A., Pepperdine University

Barrientos, Obed

Instructor, Spanish

B.A., Nuevo Leon State University; M.A., LaGrange College

Baxter, Rev. Paul

Instructor, Religion

B.A., University of Georgia; M.Div., Yale University Divinity School

Cason, David

Instructor, History and Computer Science

B.A., LaGrange College; M.S., Ed.S., Troy State University

PhD. Georgia State University

Darden, John G.

Instructor, Human Services
B.S., M.S., Auburn University

Denney, Louise

Instructor, Mathematics

B.S., College of Charleston; M.Ed., West Georgia College

Farrar, Fred

Instructor, Human Services

B.A., LaGrange College; M.Ed., West Georgia College

Flor, Douglas L.

Instructor, Psychology

B.A., M.S., North Dakota State University; Ph.D. University of Georgia

Harris, James

Instructor, English

B.A., Paine College; M.Ed., LaGrange College;

C.Ed, International Institute

Hines, Charlene

Instructor, History

B.A., LaGrange College

M.A., A.B.D., Auburn University

Levens, Todd

Instructor, Human Services

B.A., LaGrange College

M.P.A., Columbus State University

Lynn, Julianne

Instructor, Business Administration

B.A., University of Georgia; J.D., Samford University

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MacArthur, Rev. Rebecca

Instructor, Religion

B.A., LaGrange College

M. Div., Erskine Theological Seminary

MacArthur, Tom

Instructor, Music
M.M., West Georgia College
B.A., Immanuel Bible College
B.M., West Georgia College

McDonnell, Adrea

Instructor, English

B.A., University of Maryland

M.A., A.B.D., Auburn University

Mixon, Tiffany

Instructor, Computer Science and Information Systems
B.A., MBA, LaGrange College

Morrow, Louise

Instructor, General Science

B.S. Appalachian State University; M.Ed., West Georgia College; Ed Specialist, West Georgia College

Riggs, Tracy Clahan

Instructor, Speech and Theatre Arts

B.F.A., Catholic University; M.F.A., Florida Atlantic University

Strickland, Monty

Instructor, Human Development
B.A., M.Ed., LaGrange College

Taylor-Edwards, Jessica

Instructor, English

B.A., University of West Florida; M.S., Florida State University; M.F.A., Georgia College and State

University

Thompson, Katie

Instructor, Human Development

B.S., LaGrange College; M.S., Ed. S., Troy State University

Williams, Janice

Instructor, Psychology

B.A., University of Rochester; M.A., University of Maryland; PhD., University of Maryland

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Our Campus

CasoD J. Callaway Science Building

Built in 1972, this three-story brick building with the
latest equipment for instruction in general science,
biology, chemistry, math, and physics. The building
is named in memory of a former member of the
College's Board of Trustees.

Fuller E. Callaway Academic Building

Completed in 1981 and renovated in 2000, the Fuller
E. Callaway Academic Building houses the
Departments of Nursing, Psychology, History,
Political Science, and Human Services.

Lamar Dodd Art Center

Completed in 1982, this building provides a physical
environment and the equipment needed for art
instruction as well as gallery space for the College's
outstanding art collection. The building is named in
honor of the late Lamar Dodd, a Georgia artist who
was reared in LaGrange and whose paintings won
international recognition.

Louise Anderson M anget Building

Built in 1959 and renovated in 2001, the Louise
Anderson Manget Building houses the Division of
Humanities, including the Departments of English,
Latin American Studies and Modem Languages, and
Religion and Philosophy.

Price Theatre

Completed in 1975, this dramatic arts building seats
280 and houses classrooms for the Department of
Theatre Arts, faculty offices, scenery workshop,
dressing rooms, costume room, actors' lounge, and a
black box theatre.

Quillian Building

Built in 1949 and named in memory of a former
president, Hubert T. Quillian, who served from 1938-
1948; this building provides offices for the President,
the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean,
the Executive Vice President for Administration, the
Business Office, and Institutional Research and
Planning.

Smith HaU

The oldest building on the campus, the main portion
of the building was constructed in 1842 of handmade
brick formed from native clay. An addition was built
in 1887 and a major renovation was completed in
1989 at a cost of over $2.5 million. Ready for the
2r' century, the building now houses classrooms,
seminar rooms, and offices including Evening

College, Admission, Financial Aid, and the Registrar.
Smith Hall was named in memory of Mrs. Oreon
Smith, wife of a former president of the College,
Rufus W. Smith, who served from 1885 until his
death in 1915. The building is on the National
Register of Historic Places.

Sunny Gables Alumni House

Built by Mary and Julia Nix in 1924, Sunny Gables
Alumni House is an outstanding example of early
twentieth century Tudor Revival architecture
designed by P. Thornton Marye and is now part of
the National Register of Historic Places' Vernon
Road Historic District. This multipurpose facility
serves as the permanent home for alumni, as well as
the Office of Alumni and Parent Relations and
Campus Events Coordinator.

The Chapel

Built in 1965; the materials used in the construction
of the Chapel link it with Christian worship in
LaGrange and other parts of the world. Included in
the structure are two stained glass windows made in
Belgium more than 100 years ago; a stone from the
temple of Apollo at Corinth, Greece; a stone from the
Benedictine Monastery, lona, Scotland; and a stone
from St. George's Chapel, Windsor, England.
Regular worship services are held when the College
is in session.

Hawkes Hall

Completed in 1911, this four-story brick building is
named in memory of Mrs. Harriet Hawkes, mother of
College benefactor, the late A.K. Hawkes. The
building houses women students on second, third,
and fourth floors. Faculty offices and classrooms for
the Education Department occupy the ground floor.
Also on the second floor is the Nixon Parlor, named
in honor of long-time supporter of the College,
Winifred Adams Nixon '33.

Callaway Educational Building

Built in 1965 and renovated in 1994, the building
houses on the Callaway Campus the Music
Department, Offices of Intercollegiate and Intramural
Athletics, and Offices of the Department of Health
and Physical Education. The facility includes state-
of-the-art electronic music equipment, a recording
studio, a fitness center, a gymnasium, and faculty
offices.

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