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2008-09 Undergraduate Catalog

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LEWIS UNIVERSITY

OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Lewis University is a comprehensive Catholicuniversity located southwest of Chicago, where thetraditions of liberal learning, values, and preparationfor professional work come together with a synergythat gives the University its educational identity and focus. Founded in 1932, Lewis is a dynamic,coeducational university offering nearly 80undergraduate majors and programs of study, 22 graduate programs, and certificates of advancedstudy. Lewis is one of many institutions sponsored bythe De La Salle Christian Brothers, an internationalRoman Catholic teaching order.

EXPERIENCED FACULTY

Lewis has 174 full-time faculty members who taketheir students’ personal and professional success toheart. The greater majority hold terminal degrees intheir fields. Many are experienced practitioners. Thestudent/faculty ratio is 12:1.

ACCREDITATION

Lewis University is accredited by The HigherLearning Commission and a member of the NorthCentral Association. The College of Nursing andHealth Professions’ basic professional program isapproved by the State of Illinois Department ofProfessional Regulation, and all nursing programs,graduate and undergraduate, are fully accredited bythe Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education(One Dupont Circle, Washington, DC 20036) for the10-year maximum term. Department of Aviation andTransportation Studies programs are approved by theFederal Aviation Administration under Title 14 of theCode of Federal Regulations (CFR): ApprovedDispatcher Program, Approved Flight School, andApproved Aviation Maintenance Technician School.The Athletic Training Education Program isaccredited by CAATE (Commission on Accreditationof Athletic Training Education). All teacher educationprograms are approved for entitlement by the Illinois

State Board of Education in conjunction with theIllinois State Teacher Certification Board. In addition,the College of Education has earned NCATE(National Council for Accreditation of TeacherEducation) accreditation. For further information,visit the NCATE Web site at www.ncate.org. Inquiriesconcerning regional accreditation should be directedto the North Central Association of Colleges andSchools, 30 North La Salle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago,Illinois 60602-2504. By phone, (800) 621-7440 or (312)263-0456.

This institution is regulated by The IndianaCommission on Proprietary Education, 302 W. Washington Street, Room E 201, Indianapolis,Indiana 46204-2767. (800) 227-5695 or (317) 232-1320.

A WELCOMING CAMPUS

The Lewis main campus in Romeoville, Illinois, is apicturesque 376-acre setting which houses 1,200students in 11 residence halls, all within walkingdistance of well-equipped classrooms, the library, theStudent Recreation and Fitness Center, the StudentUnion, and Sancta Alberta Chapel. Lewis suburbancampuses are located in Oak Brook, Shorewood,Hickory Hills and Tinley Park. Additionally, classesare offered at the newest campus in Chicago at De LaSalle Institute, and at numerous sites throughout thegreater Chicagoland area. All campuses are easilyaccessible to corporate offices in Chicago and thesuburbs, making it easy for students to completeprofessional internships.

ENROLLMENT

Lewis currently has 5,400 students: 3,900 under-graduates and 1,500 graduates. Many are from theChicago region with international studentsrepresenting more than 20 different countries. Lewiswelcomes students of all cultures and religious faiths.Students of color represent 30 percent of the studentbody, and approximately 60 percent of the studentpopulation is Roman Catholic.

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Lewis University, guided by its Catholic and Lasallian heritage, provides to a diversestudent population programs for a liberal and professional education grounded in theinteraction of knowledge and fidelity in the search for truth.

Lewis promotes the development of the complete person through the pursuit of wisdomand justice. Fundamental to its Mission is a spirit of association which fosters community inall teaching, learning and service.

KNOWLEDGE

The result of alifelong pursuitof learningfostered throughcreative andcriticalinteraction in acommunity oflearners.

FIDELITY

The spirit whichrecognizes Godas ultimatereality, unifyingthe diverse formsof knowledge inthe pursuit offullness of truth, whilerecognizing thediversity ofhumanexperience.

WISDOM

The result of theintegration ofreflection andaction developedthrough higherlearningthroughout all of life.

JUSTICE

The affirmationof the equaldignity of everyperson and thepromotion ofpersonal and socialresponsibility.

ASSOCIATION

The process offorming acommunity ofmutual respect,collegiality,collaboration and service.

MISSION STATEMENTFaithful to the Lasallian Heritage in Catholic Higher Education

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Lewis at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii

History of Lewis University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5

Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Admission Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11

Advanced Placement (A.P.) Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-17

Financial Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18

Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-20

Financial Aid Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-25

Academic Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-29

General Education Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31

Academic Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-36

Credit Outside of Formal Coursework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-39

College Level Exam Program (C.L.E.P.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39-41

Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42

Student Responsibilities and Appeals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-48

Academic Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48-52

Student Life/Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53-59

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HISTORY OF LEWIS UNIVERSITY


Inspired by its Catholic and Lasallian heritage,Lewis University offers a values-centeredcurriculum, rich in the Mission values ofknowledge, fidelity, wisdom, and justice andguided by the spirit of association which fosters community in all teaching, learning and service. Lewis provides approximately5,400 students with programs for a liberal andprofessional education based on the interaction of knowledge and fidelity in thesearch for truth.

Lewis is a dynamic, coeducational,comprehensive, Catholic university with arichly diverse student body, includingtraditional-aged students and adults of all ages,who attend classes at the main campus inRomeoville and at numerous locationsthroughout the Chicagoland area.

Founded in 1932 under the direction of theChicago Archdiocese and Bishop Bernard J.Sheil, Lewis began as the Holy Name TechnicalSchool, a school for boys which opened with 15students. The school was established on acampus of 170 acres of farmland that wasdonated to the archdiocese by Michael andFrances Fitzpatrick of Lockport. From thebeginning, Frank J. Lewis, the noted Chicagophilanthropist and industrialist, took an activeinterest in the school. He assisted with thefunding of various buildings that became thenucleus of the University.

During these early days, aviation technologycourses were chosen as the special emphasis ofinstruction, becoming the origin of today’shighly regarded Department of Aviation andTransportation Studies. The school wasincorporated in 1934 under the name LewisHoly Name Technical School. In 1935, it becameLewis Holy Name School of Aeronautics, aname which is engraved in stone on thebuilding now known as the Oremus Fine ArtsCenter.

By 1940, with World War II threatening, thenewly titled Lewis School of Aeronautics beganemphasizing programs of direct utility to thearmed forces, such as flight training. The highschool department was closed in 1942, and thecampus given over to the U.S. Navy for itsflight instructors program. By the end of thewar, hundreds of pilots had received training atLewis. The suspension of normal academicactivities had given the Lewis administrationand faculty an opportunity to rethink theschool’s objectives. As a consequence, whenregular classes resumed in the autumn of 1944,the reorganized school included a junior college.As returning servicemen increasingly soughtfurther education, this new venture quicklyevolved into a traditional arts and sciencescurriculum. By 1949, women were admitted asstudents and high school classes were discontinued.More appropriately named, Lewis College ofScience and Technology granted its firstbaccalaureate degrees in 1952. For the rest ofthe decade enrollment grew steadily.

A new phase in the history of Lewis began in1960 when the Brothers of the Christian Schoolsassumed direction of the institution at theinvitation of the Most Reverend MartinMcNamara, Bishop of Joliet. As members of a326-year-old religious congregation devotedexclusively to teaching, the De La SalleChristian Brothers brought to Lewis a newtradition of Lasallian values, based on theteachings of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, theirfounder and Patron Saint of Educators. The firstgroup of Lasallian brothers on campussuccessfully combined their efforts with thoseof the dedicated lay faculty to inaugurate aprogram of major improvements. Theinstitution became Lewis College in 1962 andachieved accreditation by the North CentralAssociation in 1963.

The growth of higher education in the 1960swas reflected in the school’s rapidly increasingenrollment, which reached 2,000 students by1970. To accommodate the larger student body,

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a major construction program added newclassrooms and laboratories, two residencehalls, the Learning Resource Center, agymnasium, and a modern aviation technicalcenter to the campus.

A dialogue concerning a possible merger withthe College of St. Francis was initiated in 1968,resulting in a high degree of cooperationbetween the two colleges. Although the mergerdid not occur, this cooperation was reflectedduring the 1970-71 academic year by the use ofthe name Lewis-St. Francis of Illinois.

Two major organizational changes becameeffective in the fall of 1971. With the existingevening program as its core, the College ofContinuing Education was established and aCollege of Nursing was proposed. Thefollowing fall, the Department of BusinessAdministration was expanded and reorganizedas the College of Business. These colleges,together with the College of Arts and Sciences,thus came to represent an organizationalstructure that no longer seemed appropriatelydesignated by the term “college.” For thatreason, among others, the decision was made in1973 to become a university. The name waschanged officially to Lewis University. As JohnHenry Cardinal Newman wrote, “To be perfectis to have changed often.”

In July, 1975, a significant step in thedevelopment of Lewis University occurredwith the accreditation by the North CentralAssociation of graduate programs (master’sand first professional degree levels). During the1980s, Lewis University expanded its programsto off-campus sites, establishing sites at LittleCompany of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park,a graduate center in Oak Brook and sites inSchaumburg and LaSalle/Peru. Courseworkalso became available at sites such as St.Patrick’s High School in Chicago.

In the 1990s, the satellite campus at LittleCompany of Mary Hospital was moved to anew Lewis education center at Hickory Hills,

and off-campus sites multiplied to meet studentdemand and enhance student access.

The Lewis University Career EducationProgram (LUCEP) was first established in thefall of 1990 to offer an acceleratedundergraduate degree program in businessadministration for working adults. The degreeofferings have expanded rapidly and are nowdelivered through the School for Professionaland Continuing Education, established in 2006.Programs include bachelor’s degree completionmajors in business administration, informationtechnology management, human resourcemanagement, management, healthcareleadership and an RN/BSN completionprogram. New undergraduate programs wereapproved for fall 2008 in constructionadministration and hospitality administration,the first two programs to be developed underthe School. A graduate program inorganizational leadership is also offered.

In addition to a strong curriculum, Lewisprovides diverse learning opportunities for itsstudents through its renowned athleticsprogram. The Flyer teams have a history ofexcellence, first in the NAIA and for the past 27years, in NCAA Division II. Lewis’ athleticteams have captured the Great Lakes ValleyConference All Sports trophy in 12 of the past27 years. Lewis sponsors 18 athletic teams: ninefor men and nine for women, including men’sand women’s cross country, tennis, golf,volleyball, basketball, soccer, track and field,and swimming; women’s softball; and men’sbaseball.

A comprehensive campus renovation programwas launched in 1988 by Brother JamesGaffney, FSC, University President, and theBoard of Trustees, resulting in newconstruction, major renovations in currentfacilities, updating of equipment, and campusbeautification. Among the major achievementsin the 1990s were the construction of the state-of-the-art Harold E. White Aviation Center;renovation of Benilde Hall to house the College


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of Business and LUCEP; construction of theStudent Recreation and Fitness Center with itsswimming pool, indoor track, fitness center andfieldhouse featuring four full-sized courts; andthe construction of North Hall, the first newresidence hall on the Lewis campus in nearlythree decades.

The formation of the Scholars Academy in the1990s allows eligible students in every major toenhance their educational opportunitiesthrough intensive projects arranged throughcontracts with faculty members, as well asthrough conferences, immersion seminars and travel.

In 1999, the College of Nursing began offeringonline a master’s degree in nursing casemanagement, the first online MSN casemanagement option in the Chicagoland area.

In 2000, the School of Education achievedNCATE (National Council for Accreditation ofTeacher Education) accreditation. Also in 2000,the College of Nursing changed its name to the College of Nursing and Health Professionsto reflect the College’s planning and program development efforts to increaseinterdisciplinary programs and respond to therapidly growing needs of the healthcareprofessions.

In 2001, the University approved new under-graduate offerings in healthcare leadership,information technology management, andcontemporary global studies, as well as amaster’s degree in public safety administration.De La Salle Hall was purchased in 2001 fromthe De La Salle Christian Brothers to providefor additional academic space, and faculty andstaff offices. That same year, Lewis alsoacquired the Fitzpatrick House, located directlyacross from the main campus on Route 53. Thebuilding was part of the homestead thatincluded the original 170 acres of campus,donated to the Archdiocese of Chicago in 1920by Michael and Frances Fitzpatrick. It currentlyhouses University Advancement and the Officeof Alumni and Parent Relations.

In 2003, the School of Education became theCollege of Education. Fall of 2003 saw a record-breaking enrollment at Lewis, with increases infreshmen, transfer and graduate students. TheAthletic Training Education Program receivedaccreditation from the Commission onAccreditation for Allied Health EducationPrograms, and later in 2006, became accreditedby the Commission on Accreditation of AthleticTraining Education (CAATE). New programsoffered for the first time in 2003 included themaster of arts degree in elementary educationand bachelor’s programs in forensic criminalinvestigation, nuclear medicine technology,radiation therapy, and business managementfor adult students. The College of Nursing andHealth Professions also launched its programoffering in parish nursing early that year. The2003 Noel-Levitz Student Satisfaction Inventoryrated Lewis above the national average inacademic advising, instructional effectiveness,campus support services and concern for theindividual.

In 2004 and 2005, Lewis continued to breakenrollment records, reaching more than 5,000total students. Lewis’ strengths as an institutionof higher learning have been evidencedthrough various sources. The University hasbeen cited as one of the best colleges in theregion for the last four consecutive years byboth The Princeton Review and U.S. News andWorld Report. The University is included in thetop tier of U.S. News and World Report’srankings of the best Midwest master’s-leveluniversities, most recently placing 58 out of atotal of 144 institutions. The Princeton Reviewnamed Lewis one of the “Best MidwesternColleges,” with Lewis being ranked among aselect list of 23 Illinois colleges and 158Midwest institutions.

To meet the needs of a growing studentpopulation, the University embarked on severalconstruction projects, beginning in the summerof 2004. Major improvements were completedin De La Salle Hall in 2004, including a newCourtyard Café, bookstore and mailroom,


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additional classrooms and faculty offices. In 2005, construction began in the samebuilding on new facilities for the College ofEducation and the Andrew Center forElectronic Media, which opened for the spring2006 semester.

Pope John Paul II Hall opened in the fall of 2005,expanding the University’s residential studentfacilities and extending its campus further to thesouth. 39,000 square feet of space houses 95students in three floors of apartment style livingspace. Mother Theresa Hall, located immediatelywest, opened in the summer of 2006.

In 2005, the University also dedicated aFounder’s Garden, complete with a statuebearing the likeness of Saint John Baptist de La Salle. Additionally, a new campus wasopened in Shorewood in time for the spring2006 semester.

Lewis now offers nearly 80 undergraduatemajors and programs of study in thehumanities, social sciences, and naturalsciences, as well as in aviation, business,computer science, communications, education,fine arts, and nursing. Pre-professionalprograms are also offered in fields such as pre-med, pre-law, and pre-engineering, amongothers. Graduate programs are available inaviation, business administration (MBA),counseling psychology, criminal/social justice,education, information security, management,finance, nursing, organizational leadership,public safety administration, and schoolcounseling and guidance. Graduate programsin education are available in reading andliteracy, secondary education, elementaryeducation, special education, curriculum andteacher leadership, curriculum and instruction -instructional technology, reading teacherendorsement, educational leadership, andEnglish as a second language, in addition tocertificates of advanced study in generaladministrative and superintendentendorsement. A dual degree (MSN/MBA) isavailable at the graduate level.

In 2005, the University began offering its firstdoctoral program. The College of Educationreceived approval from the Higher LearningCommission to offer courses toward thecompletion of a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.)in Educational Leadership for Teaching andLearning. This doctorate is designed forcertified teachers and administrators who seekto become leaders in the public and private K-12 sectors.

Lewis was selected by the FAA in the fall of2007 to offer the only undergraduate programin the state of Illinois for air traffic controllers.Additionally that fall, a master’s for adult nursepractitioners began, and a newly renovated DeLa Salle Institute in Chicago was dedicated as anew Lewis campus for adult evening classes.

The strategic plan for the University calls forcontinued growth and expansion, with thestudent as the center of an interactive learningenvironment. Multiple opportunities exist forlearners of all ages to explore connectionsbetween formal classroom instruction andlearning beyond the classroom. The student-faculty ratio of 12:1 provides close, personalattention and classroom interaction.

As Lewis’ history continues to unfold, theUniversity’s values-centered curriculumprovides students with the necessaryfoundation for ethical decision making. Academic programs and learning experiencesprepare students for careers, enhance theirprofessional capabilities and promote personalgrowth and competence. The development ofthe complete person is promoted through thepursuit of wisdom and justice. Lewis makesavailable the choice of an affordable institutionof higher education by continuously seekingsources of grants and scholarships tosupplement tuition costs.

The University continues to build on its richtradition of professional preparation combinedwith liberal learning. Traditional programs arebeing enhanced and new majors developed in


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response to community needs, career trends, andan increasingly global and technological society.

ACCREDITATION

Lewis University is accredited by The HigherLearning Commission and a member of theNorth Central Association. The College ofNursing and Health Professions’ basicprofessional program is approved by the Stateof Illinois Department of ProfessionalRegulation, and all nursing programs, graduateand undergraduate, are fully accredited by theCommission on Collegiate Nursing Education(One Dupont Circle, Washington DC, 20036) forthe 10-year maximum term. Department ofAviation and Transportation Studies programsare approved by the Federal AviationAdministration under Title 14 of the Code ofFederal Regulations (CFR): ApprovedDispatcher Program, Approved Flight School,and Approved Aviation MaintenanceTechnician School. The Athletic TrainingEducation Program is accredited by CAATE(Commission on Accreditation of AthleticTraining Education). All teacher educationprograms are approved for entitlement by theIllinois State Board of Education in conjunctionwith the Illinois State Teacher CertificationBoard. In addition, the College of Educationhas earned NCATE (National Council forAccreditation of Teacher Education)accreditation. For further information, visit theNCATE Web site at www.ncate.org.

Inquiries concerning regional accreditationshould be directed to the North CentralAssociation of Colleges and Schools, 30 NorthLa Salle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois,60602-2504. By phone, (800) 621-7440 or (312)263-0456. Information regarding Indianaaccreditation can be found on page i.

ADMISSION POLICIES

NON-DISCRIMINATION

Lewis University does not discriminate against anyapplicant because of race, color, religion, sexualorientation, national origin, age or disability.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS AS FRESHMAN STUDENTS

1) Applicants must have graduated from anapproved high school with a combinationof grade point average, class rank, and ACTor SAT score which indicates a stronglikelihood of success in university studies.

2) Applicants must have accumulated 18 highschool units. Three of those units should bein English; the remaining 15 units should becollege preparatory in nature.

3) Applicants for admission must complete anAdmission Application and have their highschools forward a copy of the studenttranscript. Students should have their ACTor SAT scores sent to the Office ofAdmission. Veterans must submit a DD214.

4) By Illinois state law, all incoming studentsborn after January 1, 1957 who are takingsix or more credit hours per semester musthave an updated immunization record sentto the Center for Health and CounselingServices. This requirement also applies toall students receiving credit on theRomeoville campus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NURSING STUDENTS

5) First-year applicants to the nursing programare strongly advised to have completed oneyear of high school chemistry and two yearsof high school mathematics, with a grade of“C” or above in each class.

6) First-year applicants who plan to major innursing need an ACT composite score of 20or higher for admission. Once the studenthas completed at least one full-timesemester of prerequisite courses for thenursing major and has achieved acumulative GPA of 2.75, the student may

begin nursing courses.

7) Applicants must successfully complete theNurse Entrance Test (NET): Reading at 55%and Math at 66%. Admission, progression,curriculum and graduation policies of thefirst professional degree program innursing are subject to change in order tocomply with requirements of the currentIllinois Nursing and Advanced PracticeNursing Act and Rules for Administrationof Nursing and Advanced PracticeNursing Act 2008.

8) Grades in all prerequisite science coursesprior to the first semester of the sophomoreyear must be a minimum of “C” or higher.

9) Every College of Nursing and HealthProfessions student must have completed aphysical examination form and received therequired immunizations (some of which arein addition to those required by Illinois law,i.e. drug screening and background checks)before entering clinical courses.

10) Prior to entering clinical courses, everyprelicensure College of Nursing and HealthProfessions student must complete adisclosure form, similar to the disclosurerequired by the Illinois Department ofFinance and Professional Regulations in theapplication for licensure as an RN.

11) Every College of Nursing and HealthProfessions student is subject to thecollege’s Chemical Impairment Policy.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADULTS ENTERINGDEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAMS(ACCELERATED PROGRAMS)

Lewis University offers undergraduateaccelerated degree programs for workingadults in applied sociology and politicalscience, business administration, management,information technology management, humanresource management, constructionadministration, hospitality administration, fireservice administration, healthcare leadership,and nursing.

To be admitted, students should be at least 24years of age; have earned a minimum of 12semester (18 qtr.) hours of transferable credit ata regionally accredited post-secondaryinstitution; have earned a minimum of a 2.0 (4.0 scale) cumulative grade point averagebased on all transferable courses to beconsidered for admission; and have at leastthree years of full-time work experience.Credits earned through Prior LearningAssessment cannot be used to satisfy thetransfer credit hour requirement for admissioninto an accelerated program.

Following are additional criteria stipulated byprogram:

Business Administration, ConstructionAdministration, Hospitality Administration,Information Technology Management, andManagement: Business course grades of “C” orhigher will be accepted for transfer into themajor.

Fire Service Administration: A fire servicerelated associate’s degree or equivalent hours inthe fire service field from an accredited collegeis required.

RN/BSN: A nursing degree completion majormust be a registered professional nurse inIllinois or must qualify for endorsement withinone semester; must be a graduate of a state-approved diploma, associate’s degree, orforeign nursing program; must have attained a2.5 (4.0 scale) cumulative GPA for transfercredits (see specific program information).

These same admission criteria apply to allstudents who wish to register for an acceleratedcourse offered through SPCE. Students mustmeet with an academic advisor to complete aform that confirms the request for enrollmentinto an accelerated course.

To apply for admission, students shouldcomplete an Application for Admissionthrough the Office of Graduate and AdultAdmission and submit official transcripts fromeach college/university the student has

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previously attended. Evaluation of transfercredit is based on the following criteria:

1) Credits transfer from schools accredited bythe Higher Learning Commission of theNorth Central Association or anotherregional accrediting association.

2) A maximum of four credit hours willtransfer in physical education activitycourses.

3) “D” grades will be accepted as transfercredit provided that the applicant has a “D”grade in a course not required by thestudent’s major or minor.

4) A maximum of 72 semester hours ofcommunity college credits (or credits from atwo-year school) may be accepted at thetime of admission.

5) An unlimited number of hours will beaccepted from upper division/seniorinstitutions as long as 32 hours, including12 hours of upper-division major coursesand six hours of Mission-based courses, arecompleted at Lewis.

6) Developmental and or remedial coursescompleted at another institution are nottransferable.

7) There are no time limits with respect towhen credits were earned in order to beaccepted for transfer.

8) Course grades do not transfer.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADULT FIRST YEARSTUDENTS (NON-ACCELERATED)

An adult first year student is defined as anundergraduate applicant 24 years of age orolder with no previous college experience.Adult first year students may be admitted tothe University upon submission of a completedApplication for Admission and verification ofsuccessful college attendance or high schoolgraduation. The GED is acceptable.

By Illinois state law, all incoming students bornafter January 1, 1957 who are taking six or morecredit hours must have an updated

immunization record sent to the Center forHealth and Counseling Services. Thisrequirement also applies to students receivingcredit on the Romeoville campus. EveryCollege of Nursing and Health Professionsstudent must have a physical examination formcompleted before entering clinical courses.

Adults interested in attending Lewis Universityshould contact the Office of Admission forassistance. Applications for admission andofficial transcripts should be sent directly to theOffice of Admission.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERINGSTUDENTS-AT-LARGE

A student-at-large is defined as an adultstudent who is 24 years old and who does notplan to complete a degree at Lewis University.

Students-at-large must submit proof of priorcollege credit. An unofficial college transcript isacceptable provided that the student does notplan to obtain a degree from Lewis University.Students-at-large may pursue their studies on apart-time or full-time basis but do not receiveinstitutional financial assistance. Those studentswho do seek a degree must complete anApplication for Admission and submit officialtranscripts from each college or universitypreviously attended.

By Illinois state law, all incoming students bornafter January 1, 1957 who are taking six or morecredit hours must have an updatedimmunization record sent to the Center forHealth and Counseling Services. Thisrequirement also applies to students receivingcredit on the Romeoville campus. EveryCollege of Nursing and Health Professionsstudent must have a physical examination formcompleted before entering clinical courses.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERINGINTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students must demonstrateproficiency in the English language. Thoseinternational students who have attended

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universities abroad and where instruction wasin the English language may demonstrateproficiency through acceptable English coursegrades documented on official transcripts. Allothers are required to take the Test of English asa Foreign Language (TOEFL). A TOEFL score of500 (written) and 173 (electronic) is required forundergraduate admission; the score of 550(written) and 213 (electronic) for graduateadmission. Visit the TOEFL Web site athttp://www.toefl.com for information regardingthe TOEFL. Students with less than therequired score may apply for admission to theEnglish as a Second Language program. Oncompleting all pertinent ESL courses throughthe advanced level with at least the grade of“C” in each class, students may then begin theLewis University undergraduate program.

In addition to meeting general admissionrequirements, it is recommended thatinternational students submit internationaltranscripts to an evaluation service which is amember of the National Association ofCredential Evaluation Services. Internationalapplicants must have official transcripts sent tothe University. Copies of all secondary andpost-secondary transcripts and the GeneralCertificate of Education (GCE), as well as theoriginal documents themselves, results,diplomas and other certificates not in theEnglish language, must be translated. Inaddition, students applying for advancedstanding must forward catalog coursedescriptions of all university-level coursesunder consideration for transfer.

All international students are required topresent the appropriate student visa and otherdocuments, as well as to complete the CertifiedAffidavit of Support Form confirming coverageof all college, personal and travel expenses foreach academic year at Lewis University.Additionally, international students and all (J-1)exchange visitors and their dependents holdingJ2 status must have proof of health insurancevalued at not less than ten thousand (U.S.

$10,000) dollars. The insurance carrier musthave a U.S.-based office. International studentswho cannot show proof of health insurancefrom a U.S.-based company will be required topurchase health insurance through theUniversity.

International students should contact the Officeof Admission for appropriate forms andprocedures at least six months in advance ofthe desired semester of attendance.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERING TRANSFER STUDENTS

A transfer student applicant (traditionalprograms) is defined as a degree-seekingstudent who has earned a minimum of 12 semester (18 quarter) hours of transferablecredit at a regionally accredited post-secondaryinstitution. Transfer student applicants need tohave earned a minimum 2.0 cumulativetransfer grade point average (higher for somemajors) based upon all transferable courses tobe considered for admission. The Office ofAdmission will fully review a student’s file todetermine the likelihood of success at LewisUniversity. (Transfer students are not requiredto submit ACT or SAT scores or high schooltranscript.)

Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended must be sent to the Office of Admission. Students must be in goodacademic, disciplinary and financial standingsat previous colleges/universities attended. Anevaluation of transfer credit will be forwardedwith the acceptance letter showing coursesaccepted in transfer and courses/hours that stillneed to be completed at Lewis.

The Office of Admission will considerapplications only after the following steps havebeen completed:

1) An application is submitted.

2) Official transcripts are received by theOffice of Admission from each collegeand/or university attended. If the applicant

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is an admissible transfer student, anevaluation of courses and hours still neededfor graduation will be forwarded by theOffice of Admission.

3) Nurse Entrance Test results are submitted(for nursing majors only).

TRANSFER CREDIT EVALUATION

The Lewis curriculum requirements allow acomplete transfer of credit, in most cases, forincoming transfer students. Course grades,however, do not transfer. Students withquestions should contact the Admission Officefor assistance.

Evaluation of transfer credit (in traditionalprograms) is based on the following criteria:

1) Community college credit must be earnedin coursework that parallels offerings givenat Lewis University or is acceptable throughan articulation agreement. The Associate inArts and Associate in Science degrees areaccepted.

2) Community college terminal programs willtransfer if prior articulation has occurredbetween the particular community collegeand Lewis University. (For example, lawenforcement, marketing, management, andsome community college programs innursing.) To be considered in this category,the courses must fundamentally draw uponthe natural or social sciences and beappropriate to the liberal arts curriculum.

3) A maximum of 72 semester hours ofcommunity college credits (or credits from a two-year school) will be accepted at thetime of entry.

4) Credit does not transfer from schools ofbusiness or data processing or fromprofessional training institutions notaccredited by the North Central Associationor another regional accrediting association.

5) Credit hours for “D” grades will transferprovided that the applicant has a “D” gradein a course which is not required by thestudent’s major or minor.

6) A maximum of four hours will transfer inphysical education activity courses.

7) An unlimited number of hours will beaccepted from upper division/seniorinstitutions as long as the final 32 hours,including at least four upper-divisioncourses in the major and two upper-division courses in the minor, are completedat Lewis.

8) Developmental and/or remedial coursescompleted at another institution are not transferable.

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR NURSING STUDENTS

9) Prelicensure students who transfer from anCCNE/NLNAC accredited nursingprogram may be eligible for transfer creditfor specific Lewis University nursing courserequirements (up to seven credits if from anassociate degree nursing program and up to15 credits if from a baccalaureate degreenursing program) provided that

a. the student’s cumulative GPA for allcourses taken at all transferringinstitutions is 2.75 or above based on a4.0 point scale;

b. the nursing courses were completedwithin three years of the date credit is tobe granted;

c. content is equivalent to the course(s) for which credit is being requested;

d. the student must successfully completethe Nurse Entrance Test (NET): Readingat 55% and Math at 66%.

The College of Nursing and HealthProfessions reserves the right to evaluatethe transfer student’s basic and physicalassessment skills to determine achievementof competency at the level for whichtransfer credit is being requested.

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Admission, progression, curriculum and graduation policies of the firstprofessional degree program in nursingare subject to change in order to complywith requirements of the current IllinoisNursing and Advanced Practice NursingAct and Rules for Administration ofNursing and Advanced Practice Nursing Act 2008.

10) RN/BSN students are awarded 12 semesterhours of credit on the basis ofdemonstrating fulfillment of basic nursingcompetencies measured through passingthe NCLEX exam and receiving licensure asa professional nurse in the state of Illinois.These hours are held in escrow until thestudent successfully completes L5-432,Promoting Healthy Communities.

11) A Bachelor to BSN prelicensure track hasbeen designated for individuals who hold abachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college. Upon completion of thisaccelerated track, the graduate will begranted a Bachelor of Science in Nursingdegree and be eligible to sit for the nationalexamination for licensure (NCLEX) as aregistered nurse.

ILLINOIS ARTICULATION INITIATIVE IN GENERAL EDUCATION

Lewis University participates fully in the GeneralEducation Portion of the Illinois ArticulationInitiative. Transfer students who have completed theIllinois Articulation Initiative model generaleducation program will have to complete onlyappropriate Mission-based core courses beyond the model general education program. Visit the Illinois Articulation Initiative Web site atwww.itransfer.org for more information.

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1) ACADEMIC EXPLORATION PROGRAM (AEP)

The Academic Exploration Program is designedto assist those students who have not yetdecided on a major. Students are given

assistance in evaluating their interests, valuesand skills in pursuit of declaring a major. Asfirst-semester freshmen, students are requiredto take Introduction to the College Experience:The Academic Exploration Program (76-103)which fulfills the University requirement ofFreshman Experience. The Leckrone AcademicResource Center (LARC) serves as the homedepartment and provides career counselingservices and academic advising for all AEPstudents. Freshmen and sophomores areeligible to participate in the program.

2) INTRODUCTION TO THECOLLEGE EXPERIENCE (ICE)

The Introduction to the College Experience(ICE) course is designed to assist the newstudent by providing information and skillsessential for a successful college experience.The one-credit hour course for first year collegestudents reviews key University information onpolicies, procedures, and services; it identifiesfor the student positive college readiness skills(study skills, time management, etc.);furthermore, it outlines career planningopportunities; and finally it providesinformation to enhance the advising sessionswith the student’s academic advisor. Smallgroups of 12-15 students meet once a week andare directed by a selected faculty or staffmentor. The course is required for all newstudents entering the University with fewerthan 12 credit hours. Usually incoming firstyear students are asked to read a contemporarytext in preparation for this class. First yearGeneral Education courses may also allude tothis “Common Reader.”

The content of courses offered in this programcan be found in the Course Descriptions. See 76-100; 76-103; 76-108.

3) HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARS

High school seniors who are in the top tenpercent of their class and who arerecommended by the principal or guidancecounselor may enroll in one course at Lewis

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Subject Areas Lewis CreditAP Exam Score Needed

CreditHoursEarned

Art History Fine Arts/ Humanities Gen Ed - 01-391 Art History I 3 or higher 3

Biology Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 02-100 Intro to Biology 4 or 5 3

Calculus AB Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 13-200 Calculus I 3 or higher 4

Calculus BC Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 13-200 Calculus I and 13-201 Calculus II 3 or higher 4

Chemistry Mathematics/Science Gen Ed - 03-106 Chemistry 3 or higher 3

Computer Science Computer Science - 70-180 C Programming 3 or higher 3

EconomicsMicroeconomicsMacroeconomics

Economics - 04-201 MicroeconomicsSocial Science Gen Ed - 04-200 Macroeconomics

3 or higher3 or higher

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EnglishLanguage and CompositionLiterature and Composition

Communication Gen Ed - 06-111 College Writing IFine Arts/Humanities Gen Ed - 06-220 Topics in Lit.

4 or 53 or higher

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Environmental Science

Mathematics/Science Gen Ed – 02-106 Topics in Environmental Science 4 or 5 3

European History History Elective Credit 3 or higher 3

FrenchLanguageLiterature

Language Elective CreditLanguage Elective Credit


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GermanLanguageLiterature



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U.S. Government & Politics

Comparative Gov. & Politics

Social Science Gen Ed – 18-200 American National Government

Social Science Elective Credit

3 or higher

3 or higher

3

3Latin Language Elective Credit 3 or higher 3

Physics Mathematics/Science Gen Ed – 17-100 Elementary Laboratory Physics 3 or higher 3

Psychology Social Science Gen Ed- 26-100 General Psychology 3 or higher 3

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Statistics Mathematics Elective Credit 3 or higher 4

Studio Art Fine Art Elective Credit 3 or higher 3

U.S. History History Elective Credit 3 or higher 3

World History History Elective Credit 3 or higher 3

Please note:

1. Students enrolled in Lewis’ Connections Program may receive only elective credit for select AP scores.

2. Students enrolled in Lewis’ Pre-Pharmacy Dual Acceptance Program with Midwestern University mayreceive only elective credit for select AP scores.

3. Students who declare Biology as a major may be awarded only elective credit for AP Biology scores.

4. All students must still take College Writing II to satisfy the general education requirement in writing.

University each semester while completingtheir final year of high school. Applications areto be made through the Office of Admission.Seniors who are accepted are designated High School Scholars and receive free tuitionfor this program.

4) ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)

The Advanced Placement Program of theCollege Entrance Examination Board providesexaminations in 26 different fields. Studentsearning a grade of three, four or five onselected Advanced Placement Examinationswill be granted equivalent college credit.Advanced Placement credit is granted throughthe Office of Admission. Advanced Placementexams are listed in the areas shown in theAdvanced Placement Examinations Chart.

Upon receipt of an AP test score, a letter will besent to inform the student applicant if he/she isreceiving AP credit at Lewis. Those receivingAP credit will receive an evaluation explaininghow the credit is applied to Lewis’ GeneralEducation Curriculum. AP scores should bereported to the Office of Admission as soon aspossible.

5) SERVICE MEMBERS OPPORTUNITY COLLEGE (SOC)

Upon enlistment in the military or at any time thereafter, service personnel may enroll inSOC. This program enables service personnel to begin their college careers when they begin their military careers, thus avoidingunnecessary interruption. Regardless of wherethey are stationed, students can take coursesdefined by the Lewis University curriculumand degree requirements. Credits aretransferred to Lewis and applied toward the baccalaureate degree. The Office ofAdmission is responsible for providing ongoing academic advising to participants inthe program. SOC students complete remainingdegree requirements when they return to theLewis campus.

6) SUCCESS PROGRAM

The Success Program Committee admits alimited number of first-year students each yearwho, despite not meeting regular Universityentrance requirements, exhibit a strongpotential to successfully complete a bachelor’sdegree.

The program includes a full year of meetingsand activities that provide students with theindividual attention necessary to focus uponimproving their academic skills. During thefirst semester, every attempt is made to enrollthe student in the required writing and readingcourses. Additional University courses act assupplements to complete the first semesterschedule of classes. The second semesterschedule of courses is also determined inconsultation with the counselor. Students arerequired to attend a two-week Summer BridgeProgram before the start of their first semester.

Advising and support services are provided bythe Success Program. In an effort to helpstudents recognize and realize their academicpotential, a coordinator serves as an academicadvisor. A weekly mentoring meeting and a labmeeting are required.

7) SECOND BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Lewis University permits the holder of abachelor’s degree to earn a second bachelor’sdegree from the University. The first step inseeking a second bachelor’s degree from Lewisis to be admitted to the University as anundergraduate student. The candidate shouldfollow either procedure A or B in the followingsection (depending on whether the firstbachelor’s degree was earned at Lewis or atanother college or university).

Upon admission to the University, the studentmust meet all curricular requirements to earn abachelor’s degree and complete therequirements of a major other than the major(s)completed in obtaining the first degree. Thecourse of study for the second degree mustinclude at least 32 credit hours not counted for

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any other degree. These 32 credits and anyother credit hours needed to complete thesecond bachelor’s degree must be earned atLewis University. Credit by examination orcredit for experience (Prior LearningAssessment) cannot be counted towardfulfilling the requirement.

Students seeking a second bachelor’s degreemust follow degree requirements as outlined inthis catalog as they pertain to the completion ofa major course of study, fulfill generaleducation requirements, and apply forgraduation.

Previous credits earned (elsewhere or at Lewis)will be treated as transfer credits. They shall notapply in determining GPA, class rank, rank inthe major or honors at graduation.

While attending Lewis, seekers of a secondbachelor’s degree must comply with all thefinancial payment policies and student conductpolicies. In these areas, students seeking asecond bachelor’s degree are not distinguishedfrom other Lewis University undergraduates.

ADMISSION POLICIES FOR SECONDBACHELOR’S DEGREE

A. Holders of a degree from a college oruniversity other than Lewis must

1) Seek admission to Lewis University asan undergraduate student through theOffice of Admission.

2) Submit an official transcript of creditsfrom all previous colleges or universitiesattended. An evaluation of these creditswill be made according to theUniversity’s transfer policies. Theevaluation will list major and generaleducation requirements needed tocomplete the second bachelor’s degree.Upon being granted final admission, thestudent may begin coursework duringthe next academic term (fall, spring orsummer).

3) Approval of the department chair isrequired when applicable.

4) The Nurse Entrance Test (NET) resultsmust be submitted as part of theapplication process for nursing majors.

B. Holders of a bachelor’s degree from LewisUniversity must

1) Complete an application form for thesecond bachelor’s degree at the Office ofAdmission. This application includes:

a) approval of the departmentchairperson (when applicable);

b) a listing of the courses needed tocomplete the major (to bedetermined by the chairperson); and

c) a statement that a minimum of 32credits must be earned at Lewis inaddition to the credits counted inearning the first degree.

2) Obtain clearance from the BusinessOffice of Lewis University.

3) The Nurse Entrance Test (NET) resultsmust be submitted as part of theapplication process for nursing majors.

The student will follow the graduation andmajor requirements that are in effect when thestudent applies for the second degree.

8) RETURNING LEWIS STUDENTS

A returning student is defined as any studentwho was previously enrolled in LewisUniversity courses. Returning students mustreapply for admission if they have been absentfor more than two academic years or if theyhave attended another college/university afterleaving Lewis University. Returning studentswho attended another college must follow alladmission criteria for transfer students, andmust take all major, minor, and generaleducation requirements listed in the currentcatalog.

9) THE SCHOLARS ACADEMY, LEWISUNIVERSITY’S HONORS PROGRAM

The Scholars Academy provides enrichingintellectual opportunities for Lewis Universityundergraduate students in addition to

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classroom learning. The Academy emphasizescreative, interactive, interdisciplinary learningto broaden and deepen learning and to developlifelong learning skills. Guided by theUniversity’s Mission Statement and itsLasallian tradition, the Scholars Academy isrooted in six principles or pillars: dialogue,holism, creativity, experimentation, valueinquiry and political/social awareness. Thesecomponents form the “Scholars Mentality.”

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCHOLARSACADEMY MEMBER

The Scholars Academy is designed for students who have

• A curiosity about the world and adesire to study it in the spirit of criticalinquiry.

• A passion for learning and challengingthemselves academically.

• A belief in the transforming power andpractical uses of education.

• An ability to work both independentlyand also collaboratively with otherstudents and with faculty.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

The Scholars Academy is guided by theUniversity Mission and also by thecharacteristics of an engaged university andstudent body. As defined by the NationalSurvey of Student Engagement, thequalities of a superior undergraduateeducation include:

• A high level of academic challenge.

• Numerous opportunities for active andcollaborative learning.

• Plentiful interactions between studentsand faculty members.

• Opportunities for enriching out-of-classroom experiences.

• A supportive campus environment.

TWO TRACKS WITHIN THE SCHOLARS ACADEMY

A. THE CONTRACT TRACK

Contracts are special projects done ingeneral education courses and/or coursesin the major. They provide opportunitiesfor students to satisfy a curiosity and topursue a special interest within theboundaries of the course. They alsoprovide opportunities for working closelywith the course instructor.

Students in the Contract track mustcomplete five course contracts and acquire30 units of activity credit to earn a ScholarsDiploma. Eligible students can apply foradmission to the Contract track at anytime. It is generally advisable that transferstudents have at least four semestersremaining at Lewis if they hope tocomplete the requirements.

B. CONNECTIONS PROGRAM TRACK

This option is a by-invitation option.Academically talented first-year studentsare invited to apply to take a sequence ofpaired general education courses duringtheir first four semesters. Studentsadmitted to a Connections cohort areexempted from College Writing I (the firstof two required writing courses), areawarded scholarship money, and are ableto register early for courses.

SCHOLARS ACTIVITIES

Students in both tracks must completescholars activities, on-campus and off-campus educational enhancements. Theseout-of-class scholars activities take avariety of forms:

• On-campus colloquia, special academicevents that explore stimulating ideaslike creativity or topical issues likeaffirmative action and American foreignpolicy.

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• "City-as-text" experiences which givethe student the opportunity to explorethe cultural and social variety of theChicago region and other greatAmerican cities. In past years, scholarshave had the opportunity to visit theHolocaust Museum in Washington, toexplore Pilsen, one of Chicago's mosthistorically interesting neighborhoods,and to attend special exhibitions at theArt Institute of Chicago.

• Small-scale explorations throughattendance at the University's Arts &Ideas events featuring presentations byLewis faculty and outside speakers.

The Scholars Academy creates its learningcommunity mainly through these activitiesand also through several social events each year.

LEVELS OF DISTINCTIONStudents in the program can achieve ahigher level of distinction – TheDistinguished Scholars Diploma – bydoing additional contracts andparticipating in additional activities.

RECOGNITIONStudents are honored through recognitionat college awards events and at universitygraduation ceremonies. Scholars contractsand courses are included on the transcript.

ELIGIBILITY FOR AND CONTINUATION INTHE SCHOLARS PROGRAM

First year students are eligible if they havea high school GPA of 3.25 and a compositescore of 24 or above on the ACT. Returningstudents or transfer students are eligiblefor admission if they have a cumulativeGPA of 3.25 after one semester of college-level work. Members remain on activestatus if they maintain a 3.25 GPA andmake satisfactory progress toward thecompletion of program requirements.

10) DEPARTMENTAL HONORSORGANIZATIONS

The following departments and collegeshave nationally affiliated honorsorganizations. For admission tomembership, students must meet criteriaestablished by the national organization.

Biology (Beta Beta Beta)

Chemistry (Gamma Sigma Epsilon)

English (Sigma Tau Delta)

History (Phi Alpha Theta)

Mathematics (Kappa Mu Epsilon)

Nursing (Sigma Theta Tau)

Psychology (Psi Chi)

A number of departments haveprofessional organizations that are open tomajors and, in some cases, non-majors(e.g., The American Marketing Association,The Philosophy Club).

HONORS SOCIETIES

Lewis University offers membershipopportunities in two national honorsorganizations: Delta Epsilon Sigma (NationalScholastic Honor Society) and the NationalSociety of Collegiate Scholars (an organizationthat bestows honors recognition on academicachievements earned early in the student’scollege career).

11) STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES

Lewis University offers three types of studyabroad opportunities: semester abroad, travelstudy trips, and internships. Opportunitiesvary depending on students’ majors andlanguage skills.

The purpose of study abroad is to learn in thecontext of a culture that is new to the student.The study abroad experience speaks to threeelements of the University’s Mission:knowledge, association and wisdom. Studentstake courses for credit and gain understandingof other cultures. The opportunity to befriend

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peoples of other cultures and the sharing of thisexperience with Lewis peers supports theMission element of association. The integrationof students’ learning abroad with life at homefacilitates growth of understanding and, hence,wisdom.

INTERNATIONAL SEMESTER

Lewis students attend college/university forone or two semesters in a foreign country atone of Lewis’ partner institutions. Lewis is amember of the Lasallian International ProgramsConsortium. Student participation in StudyAbroad provides international, cross-culturalexperiences in stimulating university contexts.Earned credits and grades for equivalentcourses at these affiliated institutions transfer asLewis University credits. Students apply andregister through Lewis before departing for thehost institution. Fees and costs are reasonablyclose to the fees, tuition, and room and boardcosts of Lewis University. In most cases, theStudy Abroad host institutions’ semesterscoincide closely with Lewis’ semesters. Allstudents are required to take a one-creditseminar (including pre-departure, abroad, andre-entry components) and pay an internationalstudy fee. Contact the Study Abroad Office inLARC, ext. 5593, for application materials andadditional information regarding deadlines,costs, course equivalents, specifics of thelocations, and procedures.

ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be approved for participationby Lewis University and the partneringinstitution. Basic eligibility to participate inStudy Abroad includes a minimum of a 3.0GPA or better and junior status. Students fromall majors are welcome. Fluency in a languageis not required. It is recommended thatinterested students begin preparing for thisopportunity early in their college program.Most applications are due at the beginning ofthe semester before the Study Abroad semester.Further information about specific

requirements for each location is available atthe International Study Abroad Office.

LOCATIONS

Study abroad opportunities are currentlyavailable in Argentina, Australia, Brazil,England, France, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, SouthAfrica, and Spain. Additional informationabout each location can be found online atwww.LasallianStudyAbroad.org

LEWIS UNIVERSITY TRAVEL STUDY TRIPS

Lewis faculty members periodically organizeuniversity-approved educational trips to othercountries to provide students the opportunityto travel and learn in different parts of theworld. Typically, the travel study lasts 10-14days; faculty offer one or more courses orseminars (meeting prior to departure, duringthe trip, and after returning from the trip).Travel study may include visits to universities,government agencies, businesses, museums,and/or other relevant places of interest thatprovide opportunities for cross-culturallearning.

FURTHER INFORMATION

To learn more about any of these opportunities,visit the International Study Office in theLeckrone Academic Resource Center, checkwww.lewisu.edu/academics/studyabroad, or call (815) 836-5593.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Official information concerning tuition and feesis published each semester in the UniversityCourse Schedule. All charges and fees are subjectto change without notice or obligation, andonly those lists of tuition, fees and othercharges published with the authority of theUniversity Business Office are official.

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FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE COSTS

Effective for the fall 2008 semester, alltraditional full-time students enrolling for 12-18 hours per semester are charged a flat rateof $21,990 per year, or $10,995 per semester.Students enrolling in less than 12 hours persemester will be charged $705 per credit hour.Students enrolling in more that 18 hours persemester will pay the per credit hour charge of$705 per credit hour for all hours in excess of18. Students are encouraged to meet with theiracademic advisor prior to registration eachsemester.

Students in the first semester of the SuccessProgram, or those that are Student Teachingmay apply to be charged at the per-credit hourrate. Requests must be made to the Bursar nolater than the first day of the semester. Norequests will be approved after the first day ofthe semester.

Personal expenses vary according to the needsand wishes of the individual student. Thesemight include the cost of laundry, toiletries,entertainment, recreation, clothes, snacks and travel.

TESTING FEES

Students who wish to make use of specialtesting programs available through theUniversity pay the fees charged by the testingagency or by the official examiners, as well as a posting fee. The College Level Examination Program (C.L.E.P.), variousproficiency examinations, and Prior LearningAssessment are administered by the School forProfessional and Continuing Education.

ROOM AND BOARD

Room rental varies according to the residencehall and the number of students in a room.New students are assigned rooms based on availability and order of receipt ofapplication. Current students participate in aroom re-application process during the springsemester of each academic year.

The University provides dining hall meals for resident students, all of whom arerequired to select a meal plan that best suitstheir needs.

FEES

Fees charged for special services are publishedin the University Course Schedule each semester.

OFFICIAL NOTICE

The University makes every effort to informstudents about charges and fees and to keepfinancial information up-to-date and accurate.Students are invited to contact the BusinessOffice with questions and need to keepinformed about their financial obligations.

Each semester, a financial information section ispublished in the University Course Schedule. Thisinformation is available to all students at thetime of registration for any term. Students mayobtain a copy at the Office of the Registrar.

REFUND POLICY

Upon both written request by the student to theBusiness Office and verification by theRegistrar, tuition and required fees paid for acourse may be refunded as follows:

1) Through the first week of the semester: 100%

2) Within the second week of the semester: 50%

3) After the second week of the semester: NoneTuition refunds are based on the precedingonly. Neither the number of class meetings, norstudent attendance, is used in computing therefund. Students will remain responsible for allcharges, including late fees, unless they followproper procedures for officially withdrawingfrom Lewis University, and do so within thepublished deadlines for refund.

FINANCIAL AID

The Office of Financial Aid Services iscommitted to developing a partnership witheach student and their family. That partnershipis three-fold and consists of federal and state

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resources, institutional resources, andstudent/family resources. The StudentFinancial Aid Program has been developed tomeet that goal. The Office of Financial AidServices administers programs in cooperationwith federal, state and private agencies andfunds are provided through the University aswell. Funding may be based on financial needor on academic, athletic or fine arts merit.

Students who have been accepted foradmission to Lewis are eligible to be consideredfor financial aid. Lewis University requires thatstudents complete the Free Application forFederal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to applyfor need-based financial aid/grants, loans andwork programs through federal, state andinstitutional resources. This form is availablethrough the Office of Financial Aid Services,high school guidance offices, and on theInternet at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY

You are eligible for financial aid if

• You are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.

• You show that you have financial need bycompleting the FAFSA.

• You are making satisfactory academicprogress.

• You are not in default on a federal student loan.

• You are registered with Selective Service if you are a male between the ages of 18 and 25.

HOW TO APPLY

Students must complete a Free Application forFederal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year in orderto be eligible for financial assistance. Studentsmay obtain the FAFSA in the Office of FinancialAid Services, or they can visit www.fafsa.ed.govand complete the application online. Financialpreference is given to those students who

complete the financial aid application processprior to May 1.

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FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION PROCESS

Once the FAFSA is sent to the federalgovernment, it takes approximately two to fourweeks for processing. The federal governmentsends each student a Student Aid Report. TheOffice of Financial Aid Services will receive thatinformation electronically if Lewis is listed inthe school code section.

If the student is selected for verification, he orshe will be required to submit additionaldocumentation in order for the file to bereviewed. This additional documentation canbe, but is not limited to federal tax forms,federal W-2s, verification forms, assetdocumentation, a birth certificate and a socialsecurity card.

Once the verification process is complete, afinancial aid award can be processed for thestudent. The financial aid award letter is theconfirmation of any federal, state andinstitutional grants, loans and work that thestudent is eligible for in the academic year.

FINANCIAL AID DEFINITIONS

FAFSA – The standard form used by studentsand families to apply for financial aid. Theacronym stands for Free Application forFederal Student Aid.

FINANCIAL AID BUDGET – An average estimateof what it will cost to attend Lewis Universitydepending on a student’s living arrangementsindicated on the FAFSA. The Financial AidBudget is comprised of tuition and fees, roomand board, transportation, books and supplies,and personal expenses.

EXPECTED FAMILY CONTRIBUTION – This number, determined by the federalgovernment, is a calculation of the student’s

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financial information as submitted on theFAFSA.

FINANCIAL NEED – The difference between thestudent’s budget and the expected familycontribution.

GRANTS – Aid dollars awarded that need not berepaid by the student. Federal, state andinstitutional grants are usually based on astudent’s financial need.

SCHOLARSHIPS – Aid dollars awarded tostudents on the basis of outstandingachievement. Lewis University offersscholarships based on academic merit, as wellas talent in art, music, drama and athletics. Thescholarships are renewable based on theircriteria.

LOANS – Monies that students may borrow tohelp pay their educational costs. Loanrepayments may be deferred while a student isenrolled at least on a half-time basis.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT – Employmentopportunities are available to students to work on-campus or at off-campus communityservice jobs.

Students may apply for financial assistancefrom one or more of the sources discussedbelow. Only the essentials are noted here. Toobtain full information on a particular program,contact the Office of Financial Aid Services.

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GRANTS

In order to receive funding from federal or state resources, a student must be a U.S. citizenor a permanent resident of the United States,pursuing a certificate or post-secondary degree,and enrolled at least on a half-time basis (six hours per semester). Further information may be obtained from the Office of FinancialAid Services.

1) FEDERAL PELL GRANT - A federal grant basedon financial need as determined by the FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA).

2) ILLINOIS MONETARY AWARD PROGRAM

(MAP) - An Illinois grant based on financialneed. Parents and students must beresidents of Illinois and meet the publisheddeadlines. Students must be attending anIllinois state-approved institution.

3) ILLINOIS INCENTIVE FOR ACCESS GRANT - A one-time Illinois state grant in the amount of $500 awarded to first-yearstudents whose Expected FamilyContribution is zero, as determined by theFAFSA. Students must be attending anIllinois state-approved institution.

4) FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL

OPPORTUNITY GRANT - A federal grantawarded by Lewis University to studentswho show exceptional financial need, asdetermined by the FAFSA.

5) LEWIS UNIVERSITY LASALLIAN GRANT - An institutional grant based on financialneed, awarded to full-time undergraduatestudents. This grant is not available tostudents who enroll in accelerated, contract, cohort and/or second bachelor’sdegree programs.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are available to full-timeundergraduate students based on outstandinghigh school or college academic records, talentin theater, art or music, or athletic ability.


Financial Aid Programs New Students

Lewis Grant, no money

May 1

Illinois Monetary Award(MAP), no fall term

ReturningStudents

August 1Lewis Grant, $500 reduction

September 1 September 1

Illinois Monetary Award(MAP), no money

September 29 August 1

Announced byISAC dependingon funding levels

September 29

Scholarships are not available for students whoenroll in accelerated, contract, cohort and/orsecond bachelor’s degree programs.

1) FIRST TIME FRESHMAN ACADEMIC

SCHOLARSHIP – Scholarships awarded basedon ACT composite scores and high schoolgrade point average. The awards rangefrom $4,500 to full tuition. To be eligible foran academic scholarship, the prospectivestudent must complete an admissionapplication and be accepted to LewisUniversity by February 1. A scholarshipcompetition is held in early spring to awardthe top scholarships. These scholarships arerenewable for four years based on academicperformance.

2) TRANSFER STUDENT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarships awarded based on prioracademic achievement at a communitycollege or university. The awards rangefrom $3,500 to $5,000. These scholarshipsare renewable for four years based onacademic performance.

3) PHI THETA KAPPA SCHOLARSHIP - An annualscholarship available to transfer studentswho are Phi Theta Kappa members with acumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Officialproof of membership must be submitted tothe Office of Admission prior to the firstdate of the student's initial enrollment.Thisscholarship is renewable for up to threeyears based on at least a 3.0 LewisUniversity cumulative GPA.

4) TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS - Awarded by theTheatre, Art and Music departments basedon auditions and participation within therespective department. Awards may berenewed based on continued studentparticipation within the department.Contact the department chairperson for an application.

5) LEWIS UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC AWARDS -Lewis University is a NCAA Division IIInstitution and is able to award athleticscholarships. Recommendations for athletic

scholarships are made by the Head Coachto the Office of Financial Aid Services.Inquiries should be made to the Office of Athletics.

6) COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION SCHOLARSHIP –The following scholarships are awarded byarea organizations to Lewis Universitystudents of their choice:

• JACOB Scholarship

• Link Scholarship

• Extra Effort Award

7) NURSING GRANTS/SCHOLARSHIPS - Several scholarships are available annuallyto nursing majors meeting certain eligibilitycriteria. Examples include the JulianneMurphy Scholarship, awarded annually to asophomore nursing major, and scholarshipsavailable through local and regionalcommunity and professional groups.Registered nurses may qualify for fundingthrough the State of Illinois NursingAssistance Program. For additionalinformation, contact the Office of Financial Aid Services. RNs may also contact theCollege of Nursing and Health ProfessionsRN advisor.

8) ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP - Available toundergraduate full-time students who aredependent children or spouses of Lewisalumni. Awarded annually to students whoare accepted for admission prior to June 1for fall enrollment and December 1 forspring enrollment. Awards are renewableup to four years based on at least a 2.25Lewis University cumulative GPA.

9) ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS - Scholarshipsthat provide tuition assistance, a bookallowance, and a monthly living allowanceare offered by the U.S. Army to outstandingstudents enrolling in the four-year ArmyROTC program. Applications can beobtained from ROTC units and high schoolcounselors. These tuition scholarships areavailable to first-year students for four

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years and transfer students for up to threeyears.

10) AIR FORCE ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS -Scholarships that provide tuition assistanceper year and a monthly living allowance areoffered by the United States Air Force tooutstanding students enrolling in the four-year ROTC program. These scholarships areavailable to first-year students for fouryears and transfer students for up to threeyears.

11) LEWIS UNIVERSITY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS

The University offers a number of endowedscholarships awarded annually from thegenerosity of our donors. The number ofscholarships and the award values varyfrom year to year. Check with the Office ofFinancial Aid Services for award criteriaand deadline dates.

LOANS

1) SUBSIDIZED FEDERAL STAFFORD LOAN

A federal loan program that is subsidizedby the federal government. Funds areavailable through a lending institution.Eligibility is based on financial need asdetermined by the FAFSA. A student mayborrow up to $2,625 as a freshman; $3,500as a sophomore; $5,500 at the junior-seniorlevel; and $8,500 at the graduate level.Repayment begins either six months aftergraduation or at the cessation of enrollment.

2) UNSUBSIDIZED FEDERAL STAFFORD LOAN

A federal loan program available tostudents who do not qualify for aSubsidized Stafford Loan as determined bythe FAFSA. The primary difference betweenthe loans is that the interest must be paidwhile the student is enrolled; the principleis deferred until graduation or cessation ofat least half-time studies. A student mayborrow up to $2,625 as a freshman; $3,500as a sophomore; $5,500 at the junior-seniorlevel; and $8,500 at the graduate level. Inaddition, independent students can borrowan additional $4,000 at the

freshman/sophomore level and $5,000 atthe junior/senior level.

3) FEDERAL PERKINS LOAN – A low interest(5%) federal loan program sponsored by thefederal government and awarded by theUniversity, available to students based onfinancial need. No payment or interest ischarged while the student is enrolled half-time or more. Repayment begins either ninemonths after graduation or at the cessationof enrollment. Up to $4,000 is available foreach academic year. Priority considerationis given to those students who complete theFAFSA prior to May 1.

4) FEDERAL PLUS LOAN - A non-need basedloan for parents of dependentundergraduate students. The parent mayborrow up to the student’s cost ofattendance. Repayment begins 60 days afterthe second disbursement is made.

WORK PROGRAMS

1) FEDERAL COLLEGE WORK STUDY - An on-campus or off-campus communityservice work program partially funded bythe federal government. Awards are madeto students based on their financial need asdetermined by completing the FAFSA.Work Study jobs are coordinated throughthe Office of Financial Aid Services.

2) PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT - A campus workprogram fully funded by the University.Financial need is not a requirement, but jobavailability is limited to a few specificdepartments. These jobs are coordinatedthrough the Office of Financial Aid Services.

OTHER FINANCIAL AID OPPORTUNITIES

1) VETERANS BENEFITS - Lewis University is approved for the Montgomery GI BillVeterans benefits. Contact the Office ofFinancial Aid Services for a GI BillApplication. A certified copy of a DD214must be submitted with the application.

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2) VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES -Students with disabilities that handicapthem vocationally may be eligible for theservices of the State of Illinois Departmentof Rehabilitation. These services includevocational counseling and training;payment of tuition, fees and books; and jobplacement. Contact the local Department ofRehabilitation Office for details.

3) STUDY ABROAD - Financial Aid may beavailable for study abroad programs.Contact the Office of Financial Aid Servicesfor details.

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICYThe Lewis University Office of Financial AidServices is responsible for ensuring that allstudents (both undergraduate and graduate)who are receiving federal, state andinstitutional financial aid are meeting theSatisfactory Academic Progress Policy. In orderto continue to receive financial aid, recipientsmust meet the standards that follow. At LewisUniversity, an academic year is defined as twosemesters of 15 or more weeks (fall and spring).The progress of each student is reviewedannually after the spring semester. Thosestudents who are placed on “probation” in thespring are reviewed again after the fallsemester.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE

Each financial aid recipient must be enrolled in a certificate or degree program and maintain the minimum grade point average as outlined below:

Undergraduate 0-33 hours 1.75 cum. GPA

34-50 hours 1.90 cum. GPA

51+ hours 2.00 cum. GPA

Graduate Any hours 2.00 cum. GPA

MAXIMUM TIMEFRAME

A student is expected to complete a bachelor’sdegree after attempting 192 credit hours. Astudent is expected to complete a graduatedegree after attempting 59 hours. A student inthe aviation certificate program is expected tocomplete a degree after attempting 98 hours.This policy applies to all enrollments at LewisUniversity whether or not financial aid wasreceived. Note: If a student reaches theattempted credit hours maximum, he or she will be placed on permanent “financial aid suspension.”

RATE OF COMPLETION REQUIREMENT

Students must show progress toward theireducational goals at a minimum rate or better.The minimum rates are outlined below andapply to both undergraduate and graduatestudents.

Hours Attempted Hours Earnedby Student by Student

12+ hours 11+ hours

9 - 11 7+ hours

6 - 8 5+ hours

1 - 5 3 or 4 hours

Note: Hours attempted are the total number of credithours for which a student is enrolled at the end ofthe add/drop period.

REVIEW AND APPEAL PROCESS

Each student will be reviewed according to thecriteria at the end of the spring semester everyyear. If a student does not meet all threecriteria, he or she will be placed on “financialaid probation.” The student may continue toreceive financial aid while on probation. At theend of the following fall semester, students onprobation will be reviewed. If a student doesnot attain satisfactory academic progress at thattime, he or she will be placed on “financial aidsuspension.”

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No additional financial aid will be awardeduntil the student regains eligibility. The studentwill be allowed to appeal. The written appealmust include an educational plan that isoutlined as to how the student will meetexpectations, with an explanation of mitigatingcircumstances as to what caused the student tonot meet the satisfactory academicrequirements. The student will have a timeperiod during which to complete the appealprocess. No appeals will be accepted after thedeadline date.

If a student’s appeal is approved, the studentwill be allowed to continue on probation for thenext semester and will be reviewed once againat the end of the probation period. Earned “A”,“B”, “C”, “D”, and “P’ grades are consideredhours earned. Incompletes and withdrawals arenot considered hours earned. Audits,proficiency tests and non-credit courses are notclassified as attempted hours.

TITLE IV RETURN OF FUNDS POLICY(EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 1999)

During the first 60% of the enrollment period, astudent earns Title IV funds in directproportion to the length of time that he or sheis enrolled. A student who remains enrolledbeyond the 60% point earns all aid for theperiod. The percentage of aid earned isdetermined by:

A) the date the student officially withdrawsfrom the University;

B) the total number of calendar dayscomprising the period of enrollment;

C) the total number of calendar days thestudent completed during the period ofenrollment.

The official withdrawal date of the student isdetermined by the date indicated on the“Withdraw from all Courses” form processedby the Office of the Registrar. An unofficialwithdrawal date is the mid-point of the

enrollment period unless the student candocument a specific date.

This return of funds policy does not apply tostudents who withdraw from individualclasses; it applies to only those students whowithdraw completely from the University. This policy does not take precedence over theUniversity’s tuition refund policy. Refer to theUniversity Course Schedule for the tuition refund policy.

The Office of Financial Aid Services reviewseach student who totally withdraws from theUniversity to determine the lesser of

• unearned amount of Title IV Assistance or

• institutional charges incurred for the periodof enrollment, multiplied by the unearnedpercentage.

Title IV funds will be returned in the order listed below:

• Federal Stafford Unsubsidized Loans

• Federal Stafford Subsidized Loans

• PLUS Loans

• Federal Perkins Loan

• Federal Pell Grant

• Federal SEOG

• Other Title IV Funds

THE TAXPAYER RELIEF ACT OF 1997

The Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 offers two newtax benefits to the American taxpayer. The firstis the Hope Scholarship Tax Credit whichallows families up to a $1500 tax credit againsttaxes owed. A family may claim a tax credit foreach eligible dependent for a maximum of twotax years. The second tax benefit is the LifetimeLearning Tax Credit. Available to individualswho owe taxes, this tax credit allows thetaxpayer, the taxpayer’s spouse, and anyeligible tax dependents to subtract up to $1,000per tax year for an unlimited number of taxyears. In both cases, the actual amount of the

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credit depends on a family’s income, theamount of qualified tuition and fees paid, andthe amount of certain scholarships andallowances subtracted from the tuition and fees.Please consult your tax accountant/preparer orthe Internal Revenue Service for detailedinformation.

ACADEMIC GUIDELINES

Upon admission to the University, it is theresponsibility of the individual student tobecome informed of all academic informationnecessary to follow a sound academicprogram leading to graduation. Admittedstudents should understand the contents ofthis catalog, seek academic guidance fromadvisors, comply with all requirements forgraduation, and apply for graduation at theappropriate time. (See page 41.)

A student who completes both therequirements listed in this catalog and therequirements for a major is eligible for aBachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelorof Science in Nursing, or Bachelor of ElectedStudies degree from Lewis University.

The University also confers the degree ofAssociate of Science and the AviationMaintenance Technology certificate. Both areoffered through the Department of Aviationand Transportation Studies and therequirements are found in the Aviation sectionof this catalog.

University General Education Requirements for new students are provided on pages 30-31.The requirements for transfer students aredetermined by the number of hourstransferred. The Office of Admission willevaluate transcripts to determine which generaleducation courses a transfer student mustcomplete.

Students who are absent from Lewis for morethan two consecutive years must follow thecatalog requirements in effect upon return. (Seepage 14.)

WRITING COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

All undergraduate students applying forgraduation must demonstrate their competencyin writing. Undergraduate studentsdemonstrate this competency in all courses inwhich there is a writing component. They mustalso demonstrate their competency by passingCollege Writing I and II (06-111 and 06-112), ortheir equivalents, and by passing the advancedwriting course(s) designated in their major.

COLLEGE WRITING REQUIREMENT

College Writing I (06-111) and College Writing II (06-112) are English generaleducation course requirements which allstudents should satisfy during their first orsecond semester of attendance at Lewis.

On the basis of a written English PlacementExamination, normally administered prior to orat the time of registration, students are placed inthe appropriate level of composition relative totheir demonstrated skills. These levels includeSentence and Paragraph (06-102); Essay (06-103);College Writing I (06-111). This EnglishPlacement Examination is required of allstudents, first-year and transfer, who have nottaken the equivalent of College Writing Ielsewhere. The director of the EnglishPlacement Examination prepares andcoordinates the administration of theexamination. Students normally take the EnglishPlacement Examination during summerregistration days (S.O.A.R.), but may have tomake an appointment with the LeckroneAcademic Resource Center (LARC) to schedulethe examination at a more convenient timebefore classes begin. Students who presentscores in Advanced Placement (A.P.)Examination in Composition or College LevelExamination Program (C.L.E.P.) for

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consideration must still take the EnglishPlacement Examination.

Students who complete the Advanced Placement(A.P.) Examination in Composition withqualifying scores of 4 or 5 will be granted 3credits toward their 128 hours needed forgraduation. All AP scores should be reported tothe Office of Admission as soon as possible. Thechair of the Department of English may grant 3semester hours of credit for College Writing I(06-111) to students who have scored 63 orhigher in the College Level ExaminationProgram (C.L.E.P.) in Freshman CollegeComposition, depending on the quality of theC.L.E.P. essay and the quality of other possiblewriting assessments assigned by the chair. (Seebelow.) Students should report C.L.E.P. scores tothe chair as soon as possible.

The Department of English honors credit for or awaiver of College Writing I granted by otheraccredited colleges and universities. As proof ofthis credit or waiver, the student must submitappropriate documentation to the admittingoffice. However, College Writing II (06-112) maynot be waived. All students must take CollegeWriting II, except those transfer students whohave passed the equivalent of College Writing IIat another accredited college or university.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS INENGLISH

English Language and Composition Test andEnglish Literature and Composition Test

Students who receive a grade of 4 (“wellqualified”) or 5 (“extremely well qualified”) onthe College Board’s Advanced Placement EnglishLanguage and Composition Test will be awarded3 semester hours of credit for College Writing I(06-111). These students are still required to writeLewis University’s English PlacementExamination. The English PlacementExamination is normally administered duringinitial registration (S.O.A.R.). Moreover, thesestudents must also take College Writing II (06-112) to complete the general educationrequirements in writing. It is recommended that

they take College Writing II as soon as their APscores have been received and verified by theOffice of Admission.

Students who receive a score of 3 or higher onthe College Board’s Advanced Placement EnglishLiterature and Composition Test will receive 3credit hours for the Humanities generaleducation requirement in Literature. However,students may not use the Literature Test to waiveor be awarded credit for College Writing I.

Grades and Quality Points are not given for APcredits. The Department of English will alsohonor academic credit or waivers in compositionor literature awarded by other accredited collegesand universities. As proof of this credit or waiver,the student must submit appropriatedocumentation to the admitting office.

COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM(C.L.E.P.): EXAMINATIONS IN WRITING ANDLITERATURE

Students who take the C.L.E.P. Examination inFreshman College Composition with Essay mustscore at least a 63 (approximately 80th percentile)in the national examination to be considered forcredit. In addition to taking the examination, thestudent will still be required to write the EnglishPlacement Examination. The English PlacementExamination is normally administered duringinitial registration (S.O.A.R.).

The C.L.E.P. applicant may also be required tosubmit one or more additional writing tasks tothe chair of the English Department before thestudent’s request for credit is granted by thechair. A typical, additional writing task requiresthe student to complete an essay demonstratingthe skills learned in Lewis University’s CollegeWriting I. Ordinarily, this College Writing I taskincludes the production of prewriting, earlydrafts, edited revisions, and a polished (edited)copy of the student’s response to an articlewritten by a professional writer. The article isselected by the Department of English.

When the student has submitted a grade of 63 inthe C.L.E.P. Freshman College Compositionexamination and has performed better-than-

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average on any other assigned writing task ortasks, the chair of the Department of Englishwill grant 3 hours credit for College Writing I.In each writing task the student’s writing mustexhibit in the estimation of the Chair a masteryof the kinds of writing skills learned in LewisUniversity’s College Writing I.

The Department of English also awards 3credits in the general education requirement inLiterature (Humanities) for successfulcompletion of certain C.L.E.P. literatureexaminations: American Literature; Analyzingand Interpreting Literature; and EnglishLiterature. The student must achieve a score of55 or better to qualify for 3 semester hourscredit. However, these credits may not beapplied toward coursework in the Englishmajor or College Writing I.

Grades and Quality Points are not given forC.L.E.P. credits. The Department of English willalso honor C.L.E.P. and other academic credit incomposition and literature awarded by otheraccredited colleges and universities. As proof of this credit, the student must submit appropriate documentation to theadmitting office.

UNIVERSITY GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO ALLUNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

The curriculum is divided into three parts:general education requirements, requirementsfor the major and elective courses. The generaleducation requirements specify courses in thefine arts/humanities, social studies and naturalsciences, communication and mathematics,designed to introduce the student to thevarious fields of liberal culture. Mission-relatedcourses are also required.

Requirements for the major provide theopportunity for a greater depth of study in oneacademic field. Electives allow the student toselect additional courses suited to educationalneeds. Elective courses should be chosen with adefinite purpose, such as providing additional

support for the student’s future profession orovercoming an educational deficiency.

To meet University requirements, all students must

1) complete the General EducationRequirements (listed on pages 30-31).

2) achieve a cumulative grade point average(GPA) of at least 2.00 and at least a 2.00GPA in the major (or the required GPA forthe major if different).

3) complete the requirements of an approved major.

4) earn 128 credit hours in courses acceptablefor graduation.

5) complete the last year of coursework atLewis University (at least 32 hours), as wellas at least four upper-division courses in themajor and at least two upper-divisioncourses in any minor.

6) complete any special requirements of theirrespective college and the major takenwithin the college.

CHARACTERISTICS OF A BACCALAUREATE GRADUATE

The baccalaureate graduate of LewisUniversity will:

1. read, write, speak, calculate, and usetechnology at a demonstrated level ofproficiency. This can include the ability to:

• research, comprehend, evaluate, andsynthesize scholarly texts and otherinformation sources.

• communicate to analyze, inform, andpersuade.

• speak effectively in small groups andformal settings.

• process and use quantitative andqualitative data.

• use technological tools to retrieve,analyze, evaluate, and communicateinformation.

2. understand the major approaches toknowledge. This can include the ability to:

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• comprehend and practice the scientificmethod.

• understand events, ideas, anddisciplines within their historicalcontexts.

• comprehend the methods and concepts of philosophy.

• analyze and appreciate the history,genres, and critical vocabulary ofliterature and mass media.

• experience and value the forms,aesthetics, and history of the arts.

• use the grammar and vocabulary oftheology through which faith seeksunderstanding.

3. understand the place of faith, religion, andspirituality in the search for truth andmeaning. This can include the ability to:

• comprehend the beliefs, histories, androles of various religious traditions.

• assess the Christian tradition, especially theRoman Catholic Christian tradition, notonly on its own merits but also in relationto other ways of construing the world.

• consider the significance of spiritualityin his or her life.

4. understand and prepare for moral andethical decision-making. This can includethe ability to:

• define and apply the concepts andtheories that underlie moral and ethical

decision-making.• consider the value of service to the

world community.

5. become an informed, involved, andresponsible citizen of a diverse yetinterconnected national and globalcommunity through a grounding ineconomic, political, social, and historicalinfluences that are inherent in shaping,developing, and advancing nations and the world. This can include the ability to:

• understand economic and politicaltheory and practice in both the UnitedStates and the world.

• investigate how citizens of the UnitedStates and the world interact with oneanother, their community institutions,and their governments.

• understand how social systems acrosscultures influence and are influenced byhuman behavior and development.

• explore the histories, influences, andexpressions of national andinternational cultures.

• recognize and respect the diversity ofsocieties in both the United States andthe world.

6. think critically and creatively. This caninclude the ability to:

• analyze and evaluate information.• synthesize and evaluate problem-

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solving strategies.• implement effective and innovative

solutions to problems.

7. possess the knowledge, skills, anddispositions to enter or advance a career, orto begin graduate study. This can includethe ability to:

• demonstrate the skills for lifelonglearning.

• appreciate the value of lifelong learning.

MISSION-RELATED COURSES

The Mission-related courses at LewisUniversity, among all the general educationrequirements, represent the hallmark of aCatholic and Lasallian education, which isfounded on a profound respect for the person.Mission-related courses specifically advocatethe mission values of Lewis University. Thesecourses have several purposes. One goal is toengage students in the pursuit of knowledgeand the practice of association, two overarchingmission values, but their primary goal is toencourage students to consider the implicationsof three other mission values: justice, fidelity,and wisdom. These courses challenge studentsto critique the contemporary world, whileadvocating the cultivation of social, spiritual,and ethical values in the context of scholarlywritings and personal introspection. Finally,they urge students to acknowledge and to usehigher-order principles in their interactionswith others and as a means of understandingthe world around them.

The Department of Sociology’s CulturalDiversity course (20-290) informs studentsabout the diversity of racial, ethnic, andreligious groups in America with a specialemphasis on the analysis of class, age, andgender inequalities, the histories of diversegroups, and public policy issues. Students alsodevelop a greater respect for cultural and ethnicdifferences among peoples the world over aswell as greater appreciation for their ownfamilial and social heritage.

Consistent with the Mission of LewisUniversity, as well as its Catholic and Lasallianheritage, the Department of Theology offers avariety of courses which provide a diversepopulation with a liberal and professionaleducation grounded in the interaction ofknowledge and fidelity in the search for truthand one’s relationship with God. Theologycourses are intended to provide students withan opportunity to personally explore religiousquestions from a Christian, especially RomanCatholic, perspective. Such a theologicalapproach involves working to understand whatone believes.

The Ethics course (15-330) in the Department ofPhilosophy and the Christian Action andValues course (19-310) in the Department ofTheology integrate reflection and actionthrough the development of higher learningskills. Students are challenged to clarify theirown values through the study of ethicists andmoralists. Students develop their ownperspectives on timeless and timely ethical andmoral issues. Personal experience andresponsibility, social behavior and interactionswith other humans, and human relationshipswith the physical universe are examined,together with the nature of virtue, vice,goodness, and evil, and what constitutesprudent judgment. In both courses, studentsuse critical thinking skills. Ethics focuses onassessing critically various ethical viewpoints,while Christian Action and Values focuses on the fundamental principles of Christian morality.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSAPPLYING TO ALL TRANSFER STUDENTS

General education requirements may befulfilled by transfer coursework or courseworktaken at Lewis University. However, all transferstudents must complete two of the threerequired Mission-based general educationcourses at Lewis.

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B.A., B.S. or B.E.S.

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College Writing I (3) 06-111College Writing II (3) 06-112Intro to Human Com.(3) 10-112

Fine Arts* (3)Culture & Civ. I (3) 09-101Culture & Civ. II (3) 09-102Intro. Philosophy (3) 15-110Literature* (3)

Social Science* (3)Economics* (3)

Mathematics* (3)Science* (3)Science* (3)

Cultural Diversity (3) 20-290

Theology100-level course (3)200-level course (3)

Action & Values* (3)

Intro College Exp † (1) 76-100

† For students with 0-11 transfer credits

Required of Major

Students beginning fall 1998 or after.

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College Writing I (3) 06-111College Writing II (3) 06-112Intro Human Com (3) 10-112

Fine Arts* (3)Three of these four (9):Culture & Civ. I (3) 09-101Culture & Civ. II (3) 09-102Intro. Philosophy (3) 15-110Literature* (3)

Social Science* (3)Economics* (3)

Mathematics* (3)Science* (3)Science* (3)Math or Science* (3)

Cultural Diversity (3) 20-290

Theology 100-level course (3)200-level course (3)

Ethics* (3)

Intro. College Exp. † (1) 76-100

† For students with 0-11 transfer credits

Required of Major


30 OR MORE

B.A., B.S., BSN or B.E.S.

College Writing I (3) 06-111College Writing II (3) 06-112Intro Human Com (3) 10-112

Three of these five (9):Fine Arts* (3)Culture & Civ. I (3) 09-101Culture & Civ. II (3) 09-102Intro. Philosophy (3) 15-110Literature* (3)

Any three in these two areas (9):Social Science*Economics*

Mathematics* (3)Science* (3)Science* (3)

Three in these three areas withat least one Theology (9):Cultural Diversity (3) 20-290Theology*

100-level course (3)200-level course (3)

Action & Values* (3)

(Two Mission-related courses must be taken at Lewis.)

Required of Major


Students certified in theGeneral Education curriculumunder the Illinois ArticulationInitiative (IAI) have tocomplete only the requiredMission-related courses to meetthe Lewis General Educationrequirements.

TRANSFER CREDIT HOURS

DEGREE

GENERAL EDUCATIONCommunication

Fine Arts / Humanities

Social Science

Mathematics** / Science

Mission-Related Courses

Advanced Writing

Applicability

FRESHMAN STUDENT TRANSFER STUDENT

* Course options for the Fine Arts, Literature, Social Science,Economics, Mathematics, Science, Action and Values, andTheology are listed on the following page.

** Education majors are required to complete an additional 3 credit hour Mathematics course.

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FINE ARTS OPTIONS

ART

01-241 Art Appreciation01-391 Art History I01-392 Art History II01-393 Topics in ArtMUSIC

14-110 Music for the Listener14-115 A History of American

Popular Music (Non-Majors)

14-116 History of AfricanAmerican Music

14-117 History of Jazz14-311 Music History I14-312 Music History II14-313 History of

American MusicTHEATRE

22-135 Introduction to theTheatre Experience

22-330 Modern Drama22-431 History of Theatre I

LITERATURE OPTIONS

English courses numbered 06-220 through 06-234 and 06-331 through 06-360.

ACTION AND VALUES OPTIONS

PHILOSOPHY

15-330 Ethics (Action and Values)

THEOLOGY19-310 Christian Action and

Values

SOCIAL SCIENCE OPTIONS

POLITICAL SCIENCE

18-200 American NationalGovernment

18-210 State and LocalGovernment

PSYCHOLOGY

26-100 General PsychologySOCIOLOGY

20-100 Principles of SociologyECONOMICS

04-195 The AmericanEconomy

04-200 Basic Macroeconomics

MATHEMATICS OPTIONS

MATHEMATICS

13-115 College Mathematics13-119 Intermediate Algebra13-120 Mathematical Analysis13-200 Calculus I13-210 Discrete Mathematics13-211 Calculus for the

Life Sciences13-240 Applied CalculusMANAGEMENT DECISIONSCIENCES

24-230 Finite Mathematics24-240 Business CalculusPSYCHOLOGY

26-303 Statistics for the Social Sciences

THEOLOGY REQUIREMENT OPTIONS

Students must take anintroductory (100-level) course and an intermediate(200-level) course to satisfythe University’s GeneralEducation requirement. 19-100 or 19-106 is aprerequisite for any 200-level course.

SCIENCE OPTIONS

BIOLOGY

02-100 Introduction toBiology

02-106 Introduction toEnvironmental Science

02-107 Human Heredity02-108 Introduction to

Human Biology02-110 General Biology I02-122 Integrated Science II02-250 Environmental Science

for EducatorsCHEMISTRY

03-105 Introduction toOrganic andBiochemistry

03-106 Topics in Chemistry03-107 Chemistry of

Hazardous Materials03-108 Chemistry and the

Environment03-109 Chemistry and Society03-110 General Chemistry I03-122 Introduction to

Forensic ChemistryPHYSICS

17-100 ElementaryLaboratory Physics

17-106 Topics in PhysicalScience

17-110 Weather and Climate17-120 Integrated Science I17-200 College Physics I17-210 General Physics IAVIATION

46-201 Aviation Physics I46-202 Aviation Physics II47-250 Meteorology I47-252 Meteorology IINote: BSN students have specific science requirements notincluded in the listing above.

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THE MAJOR

The major is a sequence of courses in adepartment or program designed to preparestudents, according to departmental orprogram objectives, for certain careers and/orfor graduate work. All students are required tocomplete at least one set of major requirementsfor graduation from the University, including atleast four upper-division major courses. Atminimum, a 2.0 GPA is required for graduation.A higher GPA in the major may be required bysome programs.

DECLARATION OF MAJOR

Students apply for a major by completing aDeclaration of Major form obtained from thedean of the college or from the LeckroneAcademic Resource Center. Approval from thechairperson of the department offering themajor is required for declaration. Students areencouraged to declare their major(s) early.However, all students must declare a majorbefore completing 58 credit hours applicabletoward graduation. Transfer students who haveearned more than 58 credit hours transferableto Lewis must declare a major upon admission.

Once declaring a major, the student will beassigned a faculty advisor from the major whowill assist the student in preparing anapproved program leading to graduation.

CHANGE OF MAJOR

Students may change majors by applying to thechairpersons of the two departments involvedby means of a form obtained from the dean ofthe college(s). The change of major is notcomplete until it has been recorded in theOffice of the Registrar.

DOUBLE MAJOR

A student may complete the majorrequirements of two departments or programsat Lewis, thus earning a double major which

will be indicated on the permanent record. Todo so, a student must complete all generaleducation requirements of the college andUniversity, as well as the requirements of eachmajor. Application for a double major is madethrough the office of the dean of the college(s)involved and requires the consent of both theprimary and secondary major departmentchairpersons. A student may apply for thedouble major no earlier than the sophomoreyear, and only after successfully beginning theprogram of the primary major. No applicationfor the double major may be made after astudent enters the final semester at Lewis.Requirements for the double major must becompleted by graduation.

A student completing the requirements for twomajors which earn different degrees will beawarded only one degree. That of the primarymajor will be given, unless a request is made forthe degree appropriate to the secondary major.

TRIPLE MAJOR

A student may complete the majorrequirements of three departments or programsin the College of Arts and Sciences, thusearning a triple major which will be indicatedon the transcript. To do so, a student mustcomplete 60 credit hours, at least 20 of them atLewis, and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Noapplication for a triple major may be madeafter a student enters the final semester atLewis. To apply for the triple major, a studentmust request that his or her academic advisorsform a Program Approval Committee (PAC)consisting of the chairs of each of thedepartments involved, as well as the dean. Thestudent will present to the PAC a briefstatement explaining the benefits of the thirdmajor, along with letters of support fromadvisors or faculty members in the majors. ThePAC will determine on an individual case basiswhich classes will be required and decide uponthe required number of credits for each major.In each case, the decision of the PAC will be

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detailed in a written contract, signed by thedepartment chairs, the dean and the student.Each person and the University Registrar willreceive a copy of the contract. If the PAC rejectsa request for a triple major, the dean willsupply the student with a written rationale forthe decision.

MINORS

Students pursuing a minor should follow therequirements of a specific minor found in thiscatalog. These requirements must be completedby graduation. Credit for “D” grades does nottransfer toward the hours that are required forthe minor. Two upper-division courses in theminor must be taken at Lewis. A 2.0 GPA (“C”average) in the minor is required forgraduation.

CERTIFICATION

Students who want to qualify for professionalcertification should consult with thechairperson of their major department to learnhow to meet such requirements.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:THE 32-HOUR RULE

Lewis University requires that undergraduatestudents fulfill a residency requirement bycompleting the last 32 credit hours of theirdegree programs in Lewis courses. Thisacademic policy is known as the 32-Hour Rule,and it fulfills one of the eligibility requirementsfor graduation.

REGISTRATION AND COURSEWORK

The Registrar publishes the University CourseSchedule for the regular semesters and summersession. These schedules include bothprocedures and dates for registration.

BEFORE REGISTRATION

Each semester, students must consult with theirfaculty advisors for approval of class schedulesfor the coming semester. This academicadvising will ordinarily take place after the

publication of the University Course Schedule,that is, several weeks before registration.Students who do not have an advisor or whohave not declared a major must consult withthe Leckrone Academic Resource Center. Oncea major has been declared, a student willordinarily be advised by a faculty memberfrom his or her major department.

Each student must see his or her advisor or astaff member from the Leckrone AcademicResource Center to obtain a recommendedsequence of courses. Each major departmenthas developed a recommended sequence whichblends the general education and majorrequirements together in a reasonable andsystematic fashion. Thereafter, the advisor mustsign the student’s registration card eachsemester prior to registration. The student mustobtain a PIN from his/her advisor in order toregister online.

All financial obligations, including unpaidtuition and fees, library and traffic fines, andresidence hall charges, must be paid for thecurrent semester before a student can registerfor the next semester, or a satisfactory paymentplan must be arranged with the Bursar. Specificinformation on financial obligations can befound in the section of this catalog titled“Financial Information.”

REGISTRATION

Registration is the process by which studentswith an approved schedule reserve their placein classes for the coming semester. Registrationtakes place during official periods designatedby the University Registrar. All informationabout registration for each semester iscontained in the University Course Schedulepublished prior to each registration period.

CHANGE OF REGISTRATION

In 16-week courses, students may add classesthrough the first five class days of the semester.Students may drop classes through the first tenclass days of the semester. No grade will be

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assigned for such dropped courses, and norefunds will be made except as stipulated.

Students may make all registration changes inperson in the Office of the Registrar or online.The schedule of tuition refunds for droppedcourses is published in the section on“Financial Information” of this catalog as wellas each semester in the University CourseSchedule.

LOWER- AND UPPER-DIVISION COURSES

All University courses are assigned numberswhich designate their general level of difficulty.Courses numbered 100 to 299 are lower-division courses and are generally taken byfreshmen and sophomores. Courses numbered300 to 499 are upper-division courses and aregenerally taken by juniors and seniors, usuallyafter they have taken lower-division courses inthe department. Upper-division courses oftenhave prerequisites. Courses numbered 500 andabove are graduate level courses and are opento undergraduate students only under specialconditions.

STUDENT COURSE LOAD

Students may register for no more than 18credit hours each semester, unless a greaternumber is approved by their advisor and thedean prior to registration. Students requestingto register for more than 18 credits should havea GPA of 3.00 or higher.

FULL-TIME / PART-TIME STATUS

Students attempting 12 or more hours during asemester are considered full-time students.Those attempting fewer than 12 hours during asemester are considered part-time students.

INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent study is an individual course ofstudy directed by a faculty member for onestudent or for a few students who are studyingseparately. The subject matter is determined bythe faculty member together with the student.The program of reading, exams, research,

experimentation or field work, along withdiscussions, is mutually agreed upon.Independent study is offered by a departmentor program only to its majors or minors. Astudent applying for independent study shouldbe a junior or senior with at least a 3.00 GPA.Students can obtain the independent studyform from the office of the dean and must getthe approval of the instructor, the departmentchairperson and the dean of the college. Allconditions and approvals of independent studymust be completed prior to the registrationperiod, and late registration is not permitted forindependent study. The independent studyform must accompany the registration form inorder for the registration to be processed.

AUDITING COURSES

Students may audit courses for a fee. See theUniversity Course Schedule Book. The instructor’spermission on the audit form is required. Thefee must be paid at the time of enrollment andis non-refundable. Auditors are subject to theconditions of enrollment established by theinstructor, but do not take course examinations.No credit is earned for audited courses, but thecourse name and the designation “AU” arelisted on the transcript. Students can obtain theaudit form from the Office of the Registrar.Nursing courses may not be audited.

Students may audit most courses offered in theCollege of Arts and Sciences and the School forProfessional and Continuing Education.Ordinarily, students may not audit studio orlaboratory performance-based courses.Students’ work in audited classes will not beformally assessed and no grades will be issued.Auditors are expected to read required texts andare permitted to ask and answer questions inclass.

Courses taken for audit do not apply towardany academic degree and do not count as partof a student’s full or part-time course load forpurposes of financial aid or loan deferments.

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The following policies apply to auditing:

1. Auditing is permitted only if classroomseating is available.

2. Potential auditors must receive writtenpermission from the instructor and in somecases, permission of the department chair, orprogram director.

3. Auditors receive only provisionalpermission to attend classes until courseregistration is completed at the end of theadd/drop period.

4. A student’s total number of for-credit andaudited courses may not total more than 18hours without approval from theappropriate academic dean’s office.

5. Once auditor status is invoked for a course,the student may not change auditor statusto for-credit status.

6. Students may not register for a course forcredit in the same semester they areauditing that course.

Audit forms obtained in the Office of theRegistrar should be signed by the student,instructor (and perhaps chair or director) andthen submitted to the Business Office.

PASS / FAIL COURSES

Students may take no more than one course persemester on a pass/fail basis. Courses takenpass/fail cannot be among those required bythe major, the minor or the General Educationcurriculum. Approval of the course instructorand permission of the dean of the college inwhich the student is a major is required in orderfor a P/F grade to be attempted. A few coursesare offered exclusively on a pass/fail basis.

Application forms to take a course on apass/fail basis are available in the office of thedean. Completed application forms must bereturned to the Registrar before the third Fridayof the semester.

Under the pass/fail option, a student isresponsible for attending and participating inall scheduled classes and class activities, as wellas completing all course requirements listed inthe syllabus, including quizzes andexaminations. The instructor evaluates thestudent who is exercising the pass/fail optionin the same manner as other students in theclass. At the end of the course, instead of thestandard letter grade, a “P” will be posted forthose students who achieve a performance levelof poor through excellent (“D-” or better). Thegrade of “P” does not affect the grade pointaverage. However, if a student fails a class, the“F” will be included in calculating the GPA.

CLASS ATTENDANCE

Students are expected to attend all classes aspart of the normal learning process. In addition,students must be especially consistent inattendance during the first ten class days of thesemester to confirm registration and to be listedon the official course roster. Students who failto follow this procedure and who have notreceived prior approval from the instructor forabsences will be withdrawn from the courses inquestion by certification of the instructor on theofficial class lists.

Instructors may publish specific, additionalstandards of attendance for their classes in thecourse syllabus. Students may receive failinggrades if they do not observe attendancerequirements set for their classes.

The Illinois Student Assistance Commissionalso requires attendance as a “demonstration ofacademic progress toward a degree” as onecriterion for retaining financial aid awards.

WITHDRAWING FROM A COURSE

Once registration is complete, all registeredstudents will receive grades for courses inwhich they are enrolled. A student who isunable to complete a course may withdraw andreceive a grade of “W.” Because students may

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not have an accurate idea of their currentgrade, they should consult with both theirinstructor and their advisor beforewithdrawing from a course. The only way towithdraw from a course is to complete theWithdrawal form in person at the Office of theRegistrar. A student cannot withdraw from acourse simply by not attending. Non-attendance will result in a grade of “F.”

Withdrawal from courses with the grade of“W” is allowed through the tenth week of thesemester. The date is published officially by theRegistrar and is listed in the University CourseSchedule. Withdrawal involves the loss oftuition and credit hours and may change thestudent’s status from full-time to part-time.

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PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)

Prior learning assessment is a term used bycolleges to describe the process of earning collegecredit for learning acquired through a student’swork, training, volunteer experiences, andpersonal life. (Colvin 2006) Credit is not grantedon the basis of a student’s experience; instead it isgranted for college-level learning which can bedemonstrated and documented. At LewisUniversity, PLA includes the successfulcompletion of national proficiency examinations,departmental challenge examinations, speciallicensure and credentials in a profession, and thedevelopment and submission of a Prior LearningPortfolio.

Credits awarded for prior learning aretranscripted on a pass/no credit basis, and donot affect the student’s grade point average. ALewis student may earn up to 30 creditsthrough PLA, but those credits are notconsidered in satisfying the 32-hour residencyrequirement of the University. Credits earnedthrough PLA cannot be used to satisfy thetransfer credit hour requirement for admissioninto an accelerated degree program.

The University-wide approach for PLAprovides a system for working with adultstudents enrolled in an undergraduate degreeprogram offered by the four Colleges, or in anaccelerated undergraduate degree programdelivered through the School for Professionaland Continuing Education (SPCE).Registrations for PLA are coordinated by SPCE,and all adult students who would like topursue credit through PLA must attend a freeorientation program before registering. Theorientation will include detailed informationabout each PLA method available, the timecommitment involved for this alternativeapproach to earning credits, and other relatedprocesses. Key features of the PLA program atLewis include:

• Students may pursue academic creditthrough PLA after they have earned 12credit hours at Lewis; all credits pursuedand earned through PLA must becompleted prior to the student’s lastsemester at the University.

• A maximum of 30 credit hours may beearned at Lewis through PLA. Consult thespecific College/School or degree program forspecifications on hours that may be appliedto the major through PLA.

• The appropriate faculty in eachCollege/School will determine the requiredcollege equivalent learning to bedemonstrated by a student for each methodof PLA. College/program administratorswill determine the appropriate subjectmatter expert, i.e., faculty member, who willevaluate a student’s examination,credentials, and/or portfolio.

• SPCE will coordinate student registrationsfor PLA; students will be billed through theBusiness Office.

• Once a student has registered to develop aPLA portfolio, the timeline for completion ofan individual portfolio (by subject area) willbe one calendar year.

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Contact the School for Professional andContinuing Education (SPCE) at (815) 836-5570for additional information on PLA.

CREDIT BY COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATIONPROGRAM (C.L.E.P.)

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

The College Level Examination Program(C.L.E.P.) is a national standardized testingprogram that can be taken by students whobelieve that they have academic strength inarea examinations. C.L.E.P. tests areadministered at testing centers around thecountry. Access www.collegeboard.com/testing forinformation. Three hours of credit in each areawill be granted to students who score in thedesignated percentile or above in the Generaland Subject Examinations. Generalexaminations are given in Social Sciences,Natural Sciences, and Humanities. GeneralExaminations must be taken during or prior tocompleting one full semester of collegeeducation. Subjects Examinations may be takenany time during the student’s collegiate career.A student may, at the discretion of the Directorof Foreign Languages, earn additional creditsfor scoring considerably above the nationalaverage in Spanish, German, or French. Gradesand Quality Points are not given for C.L.E.P.credits. General and Subject Examinations arelisted in the table on the next page.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

The College of Business does not grant creditfor the C.L.E.P. Examination for business-related courses. Students who want to takeother C.L.E.P. Examinations should follow theprocedure of the College of Arts and Sciences.

COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS

1) Students who want credit for successfulperformance in specific general educationcourses via C.L.E.P. Examinations shouldcontact the College of Arts and Sciences.Inquiries may also be made through theLeckrone Academic Resource Center.

2) RN/BSN students may receive elective

credit through successful completion ofExcelsior Nursing Challenge Exams. RNstudents holding current certifications incertain specialty areas may also receiveelective credit.

CREDIT BY EXAMINATION: DEPARTMENTAL

Students may petition a department to take anexamination to receive credit for a courseoffered by the department. Some departmentsdo not offer credit by examination. See thedepartment chairperson for informationconcerning credit by examination for thatparticular department. Applications fordepartmental examinations are made throughthe School for Professional and ContinuingEducation.

CREDIT FOR MILITARY TRAINING ANDOTHER ACTIVITIES

Lewis University awards credit for militarytraining and other non-college sponsoredlearning activities according torecommendations of the American Council ofEducation.

Credits awarded for experience or militarytraining are so noted on the student’stranscript. Grades and quality points are notgiven for these credits.

COURSEWORK AWAY FROM LEWIS

Once students have matriculated at LewisUniversity, they may not take courses at othercolleges and universities for transfer to Lewisexcept for sound academic reasons and withthe prior approval of the dean of the college.Exceptions to this policy may be made only forstudents desiring courses not available at Lewisbut which are important to their academicprograms and only for a maximum of twocourses. In such cases, approval must besecured before the courses are taken, and onlythe semester credit hours of “C” or higher willtransfer. The grade does not transfer. In anycase, the last 32 hours of credit applied towardgraduation must be taken at Lewis University.

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Exams Accepted for Credit at Lewis University, effective May, 2006.

Exam %tile Essay L.U. Equivalent

General Exams (For credit, these General Examinations must be taken during the student’s firstsemester of college.)

o Natural Science 55 None Science (3)o Humanities 55 None Humanities (3)o Social Science/History 55 None Social Science (3)

or History (3)

Subject Exams (These examinations may be taken any time during the student’s collegiate career.)

o U.S. History I: Early Colonization to 1877 55 None 09-111o U.S. History II: 1865 to the Present 55 None 09-112o Western Civilization I: Ancient Near 55 None 09-101

East to 1648o Western Civilization II: 1648 – Present 55 None 09-102o Introductory Psychology 53 None 26-100o Human Growth & Development 53 None General (3)o Biology 60 None 02-100o Chemistry 60 None 03-118o College Mathematics 55 None 13-115o College Algebra 55 None 13-119o Pre-Calculus 55 None 13-120o Calculus 57 None 13-200o Introductory Sociology 55 None 20-100o French Language 50/65 None General (3/6) o German Language 50/65 None General (3/6)o Spanish Language 50/65 None General (3/6)o American Literature 55 None 06-220o Analyzing and Interpreting Literature 55 None 06-221o English Literature 55 None 06-221o Freshman College Composition 63 Yes 06-111

General Education credit is awarded for passing scores in all tests except for Foreign Languages.After passing the test, the student must contact the department chairperson for the potential ofadditional work or assessments. In the case of General credits, the dean of the College of Arts andSciences or the appropriate chairperson/director will identify the course which is equivalent to theearned C.L.E.P. credit.

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Ordinarily, once a student has matriculated, notransfer courses will be accepted for the majorrequirements. Exceptions require the approvalof the department chairperson, as well as thedean of the college. There is a charge forposting these credits. Forms and furtherinformation can be obtained from the office ofthe appropriate dean.

EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS

Lewis University complies with the rulesgoverning the implementation of the FederalEducational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) aspassed by the 93rd Congress with the 1992amendments and issued by the Department ofHealth, Education and Human Services. Thecompliance is accomplished throughprocedures found in the Student Handbook.

Additionally, Lewis University recognizes andsupports the standards set forth in Section 504of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and theAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990,and similar state laws which are designed toeliminate discrimination against qualifiedindividuals with disabilities. Disabilities mayinclude physical or mental impairments whichsubstantially limit one or more of a person’smajor life activities, and which necessitatemodifications to the facilities, programs, orservices of the University.

For further information on accommodations oraccessibility on campus, contact the AcademicSkills Coordinator in LARC.

COURSE CREDIT

Lewis University operates on the semestersystem. Credits awarded are semester credithours. Courses numbered below 500 areundergraduate; those numbered 500 or aboveare graduate level.

GRADING

Lewis University determines a student’sacademic standing according to the grade pointsystem. Grades and quality points awarded arelisted below.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE

The Grade Point Average (GPA) is determinedby dividing the total number of credit hours astudent has attempted into the total numberof quality points earned. The grades of “P,”“AU,” “I,” and “W” do not enter into thecalculation of the GPA. The grade of “F” earnedin a pass/fail course is included in thecalculation of the GPA. Grades earned at othercolleges or universities are not included incalculating the GPA.

GPA QUALITYCALCULATION GRADE MEANING POINTS

Counted A Outstanding 4.0 perin GPA credit hour

A- 3.7 percredit hour

B+ Good 3.3 percredit hour

B 3.0 percredit hour

B- 2.7 percredit hour

C+ Satisfactory 2.3 percredit hour

C 2.0 percredit hour

C- Passing 1.7 percredit hour

D+ 1.3 percredit hour

D 1.0 percredit hour

D- 0.7 percredit hour

F Failing 0.0 percredit hour

IF Incomplete 0.0 perto Failing credit hour

Not P PassingCounted W Withdrewin GPA AU Audit

I Incomplete

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DEAN’S LIST

Every semester, the colleges publish a Dean’sList of Honor Students. To be eligible, a studentmust have completed at least 12 hours duringthe semester, with a grade point average of atleast 3.25 and with no “D” or “F” grades. Agrade of Incomplete (I) will cause a student’sname to be omitted from the Dean’s List. Credithours taken on a pass/fail basis are notincluded among the 12 hours needed to beeligible for the Dean’s List of Honor Students.

INCOMPLETE GRADE

An Incomplete (I) grade is given when studentsare prevented from completing the courserequirements by the last day of classes bycircumstances beyond their control -- asexplained to the satisfaction of the instructor.Incomplete work must be made up within thefirst six weeks of the following semester, or thegrade IF will be assigned for the course. Inexceptional circumstances, a student mayrequest an extension of time in order tocomplete the work. The approval of the dean ofthe college, as well as the instructor, is required.This extension must be requested before theend of the six-week deadline.

CHANGE OF GRADE

The only reason for which a change of grademay be requested is an error in the originalrecording of the grade. Students are obliged tocheck their grade reports and consult with theirinstructors if there is a question of error. Achange of grade must be made in the first sixweeks of the semester following that in whichthe course was taken. A change of grade willnot affect the status of a student dismissed foracademic deficiency, unless the error is broughtto the attention of the Faculty AcademicAppeals Committee at the time the dismissalhearing is held.

A change of grade requires the approval of boththe instructor and the appropriate college dean.To appeal a grade, see the Grade AppealProcess on pages 44-46.

REPEATED COURSES

Any course taken at the University may berepeated for a higher grade, except thoserestricted by a major department or a college.Both courses and grades will appear on thepermanent record, but only the most recentgrade (whether higher or lower than theprevious grade) and its corresponding hoursattempted, hours earned and quality points willbe honored. The most recent course attempt isused for determining progress towardgraduation; the prior attempt is ignored. Creditwill be given only once for the course. Thegrades “W” or “I” on the second attempt donot replace the previous grade. If the gradereceived by a nursing major in a requirednursing course was “W” or “D,” the coursemay be repeated only once. A grade of “F” in arequired nursing course results in dismissalfrom the nursing major program. If the gradereceived by a nursing major in a requiredsupport course was “D,” “W,” or “F,” thecourse may be repeated only once.

GRADE REPORT

Lewis University discontinued mailing gradereports as of January 2006. Grade reports maybe obtained online atwww.lewisu.edu/academics/onlineRecords.htm.Students with special needs may contact theOffice of the Registrar for assistance aftergrades have been posted.

TRANSCRIPT

The transcript is the academic record of thestudent. It contains all courses taken at LewisUniversity and the corresponding grades,credits attempted, credits earned and qualitypoints, as well as the grade point average.Approved transfer credits are also on thetranscript with only the course title and creditsearned listed. The transcript is updated aftereach semester to include coursework for thatsemester. The Office of the Registrar safeguardsthe transcript. The University adheres to theFamily Educational Rights and Privacy Act of1974, as amended, with regard to information

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contained on the student transcript. Studentsmay review their transcripts at the Office of theRegistrar. Copies are available, for a fee, uponwritten request by the student. Current andprior students will not receive a transcript untilall financial obligations to the University,including but not limited to tuition, fees andfines, have been completely satisfied.

CLASS STANDING

Class standing is determined according to thenumber of credit hours earned:

0-28 Freshmen29-58 Sophomores59-89 Juniors90 and above Seniors

GRADUATION

The University holds commencement exercisesin December and May. Students completinggraduation requirements in August receivecertification from the Office of the Registrar thatthey have completed all requirements andreceive their diplomas by mail. Augustgraduates are eligible to participate in theDecember commencement exercises.

Diplomas will be mailed to students whosuccessfully complete their degree studiesfollowing compilation of grades. Specific detailsare available through the Office of the Registrar.It is important to understand that the student’srecord becomes permanent upon graduation.Nothing is added, deleted, or changed on thestudent’s transcript after the graduation date.

Students who need no more than three (3)credits to earn their degree may participate incommencement exercises if they present adocumented case of extreme hardship forparticipation which is approved by the Provost.For students to be eligible for the exceptionpolicy, they must have made satisfactoryprogress in their degree program in everysemester of their attendance at Lewis, and theymust have submitted an application for

graduation in a timely manner. Such a petitionmust be filed with the Provost no later thantwo weeks prior to the scheduledcommencement.

For this policy, the term “extreme hardship”includes only those circumstances beyond thecontrol of the student. These circumstanceswould involve major illnesses or the impendingdeath of the student, or loved one, significantfinancial or political crisis/burden makingfuture semester participation nearly impossible,or a circumstance of similar magnitude. Thedesire to participate with one’s peers is aninadequate circumstance. Being three (3) creditsfrom graduation is only a requisite to appealingto participate; it is not a request by itself whichis deemed acceptable.

APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION

All candidates for graduation at any of thethree graduation periods must submit anapplication to the Office of the Registrar.

Grad. Month Deadline to Apply

December First Class Day of Fall Semester

May First Class Day of Spring Semester

August First Class Day of Summer Term

Applications received after the deadline will beconsidered for the next graduation. All studentsare required to pay a graduation fee.

GRADUATION HONORS

Bachelor degree recipients are eligible tograduate with honors if they have achievedcumulative grade point averages as follows:3.500 - 3.749 with honors; 3.750 - 3.899 withhigh honors; 3.900 - 4.000 with highest honors.Honors at graduation are indicated on boththe student’s diploma and transcript. Atcommencement, students are draped with anhonor cord. Honors designations do not applyto graduate, associate or certificate students. To qualify, a recipient must have earned a

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minimum of 56 hours at Lewis, not includingcredits earned by exam or prior learningassessment.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARD

The award for academic excellence is presentedto the graduating senior in each college whohas attained the highest academic average forcredits earned at Lewis University. For eachcollege, one award is presented for the Maygraduates and one for the combined Augustand December graduates.

The factors considered in determining theaward recipient include cumulative Lewisgrade point average and total number of creditsearned at Lewis (a minimum of 64 classroomhours is required).

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES / APPEALS

The information contained herein is accurateaccording to the best information available at thetime of printing. However, all statements regardingofferings, requirements, tuition charges and fees,academic regulations, and student life are subject tochange without notice or obligation.

Students who are absent from Lewis for morethan two consecutive years will follow thecatalog requirements in effect upon return.

ACADEMIC PROBATION AND DISMISSAL

To remain at the University, students mustdemonstrate progress in learning. A studentwho falls below the following minimum gradepoint average is placed on probation:

0-33 hours earned 1.75 Cumulative GPA34-50 hours earned 1.90 Cumulative GPA51+ hours earned 2.00 Cumulative GPA

REGISTRATION AND PROGRESSION

In order to register for and enroll inFoundations of Professional Nursing (30-201)at Lewis University, prelicensure nursingstudents, including transfer students, must

have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above.Students who earn a grade of “W” or “D” inany required nursing course at any level mustrepeat that course prior to moving to anotherlevel of nursing coursework. Students mustreceive a grade of “C” in required sciencecourses to progress to the next semester in theprogram. Students who earn a grade of “F” inany required nursing course at any level will bedismissed from the College of Nursing andHealth Professions. Students who earn two “D”grades in required nursing courses (two “D”grades in one course, or one “D” grade in eachof two courses) will be dismissed from theCollege of Nursing and Health Professions.Dismissal from the College of Nursing andHealth Professions does not necessarily resultin dismissal from the University.

PROBATION

Students who fail to maintain the required GPAare placed on academic probation, which isnoted on the permanent academic record.Students on academic probation are notallowed to take more than 12 to 14 credit hours.They are also mandated to take a two-credithour study skills class. For SPCE students,students who are on academic probation arenot allowed to take more than nine credit hoursof accelerated courses per semester and mustdevelop an academic improvement plan inconsultation with their academic advisor inSPCE. This improvement plan may includerequired participation in academic skillenhancement workshops.

Academic probation is a period of one regularsemester (fall, spring, and/or summer terms)during which a student must satisfactorilycomplete all courses registered for and raise hisor her GPA to the required minimum, as acondition for remaining in the University. AnIncomplete (I) grade is evidence of failure tomeet the conditions of probation. Due to thetiming of the five- and eight-week acceleratedsessions, academic probation may be addressedat times other than January, May, and August.

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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES/APPEALS

Academic probation may bring with itrestrictions on a student’s participation incampus activities, as indicated in the StudentHandbook.

DISMISSAL

Students who do not achieve the requiredgrade point average during their semester ofacademic probation are subject to dismissalfrom the University. The professional staff inthe Leckrone Academic Resource Center willreview the academic standing of each studentsubject to dismissal. Written notification ofacademic dismissal will be sent by theAssociate Provost for Academic Support viacertified mail.

POLICY AND PROCEDURE FOR APPEALINGACADEMIC DISMISSAL FROM THEUNIVERSITY

1) If a student wishes to appeal a decision todismiss, a written letter of appeal must besent to the Dismissal and AppealsCommittee by the dismissed studentaccording to the instructions outlined in theletter of dismissal. Written appeals mustinclude specific reasons and details justifyingre-admission consideration. Appeals will beaccepted only if they are in writing.

2) The Dismissal and Appeals Committee,which includes faculty representatives fromeach of the Colleges/School andprofessional staff from the LeckroneAcademic Resource Center (LARC) andSPCE advising staff, will review thematerial and render a recommendation tothe Provost.

3) The Provost will review the material andrecommendation, render a final decisionand communicate the decision to thestudent in writing via certified mail.

RE-ADMISSION AFTER ACADEMIC DISMISSAL

Students dismissed from the University foracademic reasons may apply for re-admissionin one of the following ways. More specific

information is available through the AcademicSkills Coordinator.

1) An academically dismissed student mayapply for re-admission if he or she has beenabsent from Lewis University for twosemesters (which may include one summer);has completed the equivalent of twosemesters of full-time academic work atanother college or university (with aminimum of 12 credit hours each term); andhas earned a grade point average of at least2.00 each semester. The Dismissal andAppeals Committee will review the coursestaken and determine whether such a studenthas demonstrated the ability to dosatisfactory work if readmitted to Lewis. If astudent is allowed to return to the University,the student’s GPA will not be altered, andcoursework transferred into the universitywill have no effect on the Lewis GPA. Inaddition, the student must meet withprofessional staff in the Leckrone AcademicResource Center or SPCE advising staff todevelop an Academic Recovery Plan.

2) An academically dismissed student whodoes not attend any school for threecalendar years may then apply through theAdmission Office/Office of Graduate andAdult Admission. Re-application must alsobe made through the Academic SkillsCoordinator. If allowed to return to theUniversity, a student may request theForgiveness Policy. The Forgiveness Policyallows students academically dismissedwho have been absent from Lewis for threecalendar years and have not attended anyother college or university during that timeto apply for re-admission. Such students arere-admitted, and all previous grades of “D”or “F,” the courses in which they wereearned, and the credit earned in “D”courses, will not be used in determiningprogress toward graduation.

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DISCIPLINARY DISMISSAL

Participation in the academic setting requiresstudents to be responsible communitymembers. Students must conduct themselves inaccordance with the standards of personalbehavior which are defined in the StudentHandbook as a necessary condition forcontinuing at Lewis University. Violations ofthose standards of conduct may result in arestriction or loss of the academic benefits ofthe University according to the severity of themisconduct.

Students dismissed from the University formisconduct lose all fees and payments, as wellas the right to attend classes or make use ofUniversity facilities. Such students are re-admitted to the University only upon approvalof the Office of Student Services. Studentsdismissed from the University prior to the endof a semester receive no academic credit forthat semester.

GRADE APPEAL PROCESS

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

1) If a student wishes to question or appeal agrade, the student must, prior to the sixthweek of the subsequent fall or springsemester, contact the instructor of the courseto express concern. The instructor of thecourse will review how the grade wasdetermined with the student.

2) If the student is not satisfied with theinstructor’s explanation, the student can thenmeet with the department chairperson or thedirector of the academic program sponsoringthe course to express concern. Thechairperson or director will meet with theinstructor of the course to ascertain how thegrade was determined. The chairperson(director) will then meet with the student toinform the student of the chairperson’sdetermination on the appeal.

3) If the student is still not satisfied with theprogress or the results of the inquiry to the

instructor and chairperson, the student mustsubmit a letter of appeal to the dean of thecollege. The letter of appeal must contain asummary of the meetings with the instructorand the chairperson, and it must include anyevidence supporting the claim for a gradechange.

4) The dean will review the material and renderthe final decision. The dean will communicatethe decision in writing to the student. Thedean’s determination is final.

5) Appeals must move with reasonable speedthrough the review process. The full processshould take no longer than four weeks.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

1) If a student wishes to appeal a final gradefor a course, he or she should make anappointment, upon receiving notice of thefinal grade, with the instructor to reviewhow the final grade was determined.

2) If the student is not satisfied with theexplanation, he or she may submit a letter ofappeal with a rationale for a change of gradeto the department chair or the assistant deanif the instructor is also the department chair.The department chair or the assistant deanwill meet with the instructor to review thestudent’s letter of appeal and theinstructor’s basis for assigning the finalgrade in question. If the instructor is notsatisfied with the department chair’s or theassistant dean’s determination of the gradeappeal, the instructor has the right to reviewthe matter with the dean. The student willbe informed in writing of the determinationof the grade appeal.

3) If, within six weeks of the issuance of thegrade in question, the student is notsatisfied with the progress or result of thegrade appeal, he or she should submit aletter of appeal to the dean, summarizingthe action to date on the grade appeal andthe student’s rationale for a change ofgrade. The dean will review the department


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chair’s or the assistant dean’s determinationand the student’s letter of appeal andrespond in writing to the student’s gradeappeal. The dean’s determination is final.


Students may request a review of an exam,paper, project, presentation or course gradedetermination by doing the following:

1) Schedule an appointment with the facultymember responsible for the assignment ofthe particular grade within six school daysafter receiving the grade.

2) If the student continues to request a reviewof grade determination, he or she shouldschedule an appointment with theappropriate director within six school daysof the meeting with the faculty member.

3) The director will, within six school days,review all pertinent materials and meet withboth the student and the appropriate facultymember in an attempt to resolve the issue.

4) The director may request a second or thirdfaculty member to review the coursematerial in question. The student should beaware that this may result in the final gradebeing lower or higher than the originalgrade.

5) If the student is not satisfied with theprogress or result of the grade appeal, thestudent should, within 10 days, submit aletter of appeal to the dean, summarizingthe action to date on the grade appeal andthe student’s rationale for a change ofgrade. The dean will review the director’sdetermination and the student’s letter ofappeal and respond in writing to thestudent’s grade appeal. The dean’sdetermination is final.

6) Anecdotal notes will be made and signedby all participants during all phases ofreview of the grade.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

1) If a candidate wishes to question or appeala grade, the candidate must, prior to thefourth week of the subsequent semester,contact the instructor of the course toexpress concern. The instructor of thecourse will review how the grade wasdetermined with the candidate.

2) If the candidate is not satisfied with theinstructor’s explanation, the candidate canthen meet with the department chair or thedirector of the academic programsponsoring the course to express concern.The chairperson or director will meet withthe instructor of the course to ascertain howthe grade was determined. The chairperson(director) will then meet with the candidateto inform the student of the chairperson’sdetermination on the appeal.

3) If the candidate is still not satisfied with theprogress or the results of the inquiry to theinstructor and chairperson, the candidatemust submit a letter of appeal to the deanof the College. The letter of appeal mustcontain a summary of the meetings with theinstructor and the chairperson, and it mustinclude any evidence supporting the claimfor a grade change.

4) The dean will review the material andrender the final decision. The dean willcommunicate the decision in writing to thecandidate. The dean’s determination isfinal.

5) Appeals must move with reasonable speedthrough the review process. The full processshould take no longer than six weeks.

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1) If a student wishes to question or appeal agrade, the student must, prior to the fourthweek of the subsequent semester (which


includes fall, spring and summer), contact theinstructor of the course to express concern.The instructor will review how the grade wasdetermined with the student; face-to-faceconsultation between the instructor andstudent is highly recommended.

2) If the student is not satisfied with theinstructor’s explanation, the student can thenmeet with the department chair or director ofthe academic program sponsoring the courseto express concern. The chairperson orprogram director will meet with the instructorof the course to ascertain how the grade wasdetermined. The chair/program director willmeet with the student to inform the studentof his or her determination on the appeal. Theinstructor and department chair/programdirector must keep written documentation ofeach step of the appeal process.

3) If the student is still not satisfied with theprogress or the results of the inquiry to theinstructor and chairperson, the student mustsubmit a letter of appeal to the dean of theSchool for Professional and ContinuingEducation. The letter of appeal must contain asummary of the meetings with the instructorand the chair, and it must include anyevidence supporting the claim for a gradechange.

4) The dean will review the material and renderthe final decision. The dean will communicatethe decision to the student in writing. Thedean’s determination is final.

5) Appeals must move with reasonable speedthrough the review process. The full processshould take no longer than six weeks.

6) Accelerated programs supported by theSchool but originating in one of the Collegesshould follow the grade appeal processoutlined for that College.

UNIVERSITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURESFOR APPEALING OTHER ACADEMICMATTERS

All appeals regarding academic matters otherthan grade appeal and academic dismissal arehandled according to the following guidelines:

1) If a student wishes to appeal an academicdecision, a written letter of appeal must besent to the appropriate academic dean.

2) The dean will review the situation andrender a decision. The dean willcommunicate the decision in writing to the student.

3) If the student is not satisfied with thedecision of the academic dean, the studentmay petition the Provost. Documentationsubmitted with the written petition mustinclude the original letter of appeal and thedecision of the academic dean.

4) The Provost will establish an ad hoccommittee composed of:

• one faculty member appointed by theappropriate academic dean;

• one representative from the Office ofStudent Services;

• one faculty member chosen by thestudent.

5) The ad hoc committee will hear the appealand make a recommendation to the Provost,who makes the final decision. The Provostwill communicate the decision in writing tothe student.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION POLICIES ANDPROCEDURES FOR APPEALING OTHERACADEMIC MATTERS

All appeals regarding academic matters otherthan grade appeal and academic dismissal arehandled according to the following guidelines:

1) If a candidate wishes to appeal an academicdecision, a written letter of appeal must besent to the dean of the College.

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2) The dean will review the situation andrender a decision. The dean willcommunicate the decision in writing to thecandidate.

3) If the candidate is not satisfied with thedecision of the dean, the student maypetition the Provost or Provost designee.Documentation submitted with the writtenpetition must include the original letter ofappeal and the decision of the dean.

4) The Provost or Provost designee willestablish an ad hoc committee composed of:

• One faculty member appointed by thedean

• One representative from the Office ofStudent Services;

• One faculty member chosen by thecandidate.

5) The ad hoc committee will hear the appealand make a recommendation to the Provostor Provost designee, who makes the finaldecision. The Provost or Provost designeewill communicate the decision in writing tothe candidate.

6) Anecdotal notes will be made and signedby all participants during all phases ofreview of the grade.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Scholastic integrity lies at the heart of LewisUniversity. Plagiarism, collusion and otherforms of cheating or scholastic dishonesty areincompatible with the principles of theUniversity. Students engaging in such activitiesare subject to loss of credit and expulsion fromthe University. Cases involving academicdishonesty are initially considered anddetermined at the department/program level.Appeal of the department/program decisionmust be made to the dean of thecollege/school. This dean will review thedecision and make a recommendation to theProvost, whose decision is the final one.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

1) Students engaging in plagiarism, collusionor other forms of cheating or academicdishonesty are subject to a failing grade onthe quiz, exam, paper or project or a failinggrade for the course. The penalty for aninitial instance of plagiarism, collusion orother forms of cheating or academicdishonesty is determined by the instructor.A notation of the incident is placed on file.

2) Upon being informed of the instructor’saction, the student may appeal bysubmitting a letter with a detailed rationalefor a lesser penalty to the department chair(or the dean if the instructor is also thedepartment chair). The department chair (orthe dean) will meet with the instructor toreview the penalty imposed and theevidence supporting the charge of academicdishonesty and then respond in writing tothe student’s appeal.

3) Upon being informed of the departmentchair’s determination of the appeal, thestudent may submit a letter of appeal to thedean, summarizing the action to date on theappeal and the student’s rationale for alesser penalty. The dean will meet with theinstructor to review the penalty imposedand the evidence supporting the charge ofacademic dishonesty and submit arecommendation in writing to the Provost,whose determination is final.

4) Students guilty of repeated instances ofacademic dishonesty are subject toexpulsion from the University.


1) The student suspected of plagiarism,cheating on an examination, or dishonestyin performance of assignedresponsibilities/assignments will berequired to meet with the appropriatefaculty member.

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2) In all meetings related to the allegedincident of academic dishonesty, anecdotalrecords will be kept.

3) In the meeting with the faculty member, thefaculty will define the allegation ofacademic dishonesty and provide the basisfor the allegation and supporting evidence.The student will be afforded theopportunity to present his/her ownperspective and evidence.

4) The faculty shall have the option to:

a. Resolve the issue with the student at hislevel; or

b. Proceed with referring the incident forreview by a Faculty Review Panel (BSN-FRP).

1) Within two school days of themeeting with the student, forwardrecordings of the meeting with thestudents to the dean of CONHP.

2) The dean will establish BSN-FRP,which will meet within the next tendays.

3) The BSN-FRP will be constitutedand proceed under the Policy forFaculty Review Panel.

4) The student has the right to file for areconsideration through the StudentAppeal procedures.

COMPUTER ETHICSIn the interest of academic honesty, LewisUniversity is committed to the following codeof computer ethics:

1) Work done on University computer systemsis considered the property of the individualuser, subject to normal inspection and filemaintenance by University supervisorypersonnel.

2) Users shall respect the privacy ofinformation belonging to other users. Theymay not alter, add to or delete anotheruser’s property without the express consentof that owner. Any willful act of copying

information with the intent of deceivingownership, whether the information is astudent’s or that of another user, is an act ofplagiarism. Such action will be considered aform of academic dishonesty.

3) The computer systems at the Universityshall not be used to identify the accesscodes of other users or other computersystems. Users may not disclose their ownaccess codes to any other users.

ACADEMIC RESOURCES

THE LIBRARY

The Lewis University Library is an importantintellectual center on the campus. In addition tobooks and periodicals, the Library also houses acurriculum collection, a government depository,materials on microform, micro readers/printersand a full array of indices and abstractingservices, many of which are computerized.Online public access terminals are accessible anduser-friendly. Computerized access is availablefor the card catalog of the Lewis UniversityLibrary. Patrons may also access informationabout the holdings of more than 700 otherlibraries in Illinois through this computerizedsystem. In addition, more than 50 differentperiodical databases many of them full-text, areavailable through the Library. Over 40 of thesedatabases are available online as well.

The Library is carpeted, air conditioned andequipped with adequate seating, study carrels,group study rooms, copying facilities,typewriters, word processors, and a mediaclassroom. Bibliographic tours and specializedcomputer searches may be arranged throughthe reference department.

The Lewis University Library is located in theLearning Resource Center. Periodicals,reference books, the government documentsdepository, indices and abstracts, and thecirculation and technical services departmentsare all located on the first floor.

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Book stacks, study rooms, University archives,the curriculum collection, and the Eva WhiteMemorial Aviation Library Collection arelocated on the second floor. The Library alsohouses the Lewis University I & M Canal andRegional History Special Collection archives.

ACADEMIC COMPUTING FACILITIES

Lewis University is committed to providinglearners with access to modern educationaltechnology. The Lewis University InstructionalTechnology Services Organization (ITSO)provides technology support services for thecampus community. Supported technologiesinclude computer labs, networks, Internetaccess, e-mail, classroom media and distributedlearning resources.

Lewis University is connected to the ICN(Illinois Century Network), which providesreliable Internet access to schools and othereducational entities throughout the state. Thecampus network includes a high-speed opticfiber backbone to all buildings. Internetconnectivity is provided in the residence hallsvia an Ethernet connection at no additionalcharge to residents.

All students are entitled to a campus e-mailaddress that can be accessed via a POP3connection or a web-enabled interface.

Staffed computer labs, available in all majorclassroom buildings, provide access to a host ofcampus resources including softwareapplications, web support for classes, librarymaterials and Internet searching. In addition togeneral purpose computer labs, specializedcomputer labs are available for digital music,journalism, writing, graphic arts, computerscience and tutoring. Computer labs are alsolocated at the Chicago, Hickory Hills, OakBrook, Shorewood, and Tinley Park locations.

ITSO maintains licenses for those softwareapplications that have been adopted for generalcampus use. Installation of the software is

limited to campus-owned computers. TheComputer Science Department maintainscomputer systems and appropriate licenses tosupport all major programming languages anddatabase management systems.

CAMPUS MEDIA

The purpose of campus media at LewisUniversity is to provide students with apractical learning environment for students todevelop the skills, knowledge, editorialjudgment and leadership abilities to pursue amedia career after graduation.

MEDIA ADVISORY BOARD

At Lewis University, the campus oversightcommittee for all media activities is the MediaAdvisory Board comprised of students, mediaadvisors and university administrators.

The board consists of the dean of the College ofArts and Sciences; the editor-in-chief andmoderator of The Flyer; the editor andmoderator of the Online Flyer; the generalmanagers of WLRA and the Lewis UniversityTelevision Network; the advisors and programdirectors of these media; the director of PublicRelations; the dean of Student Services; theassociate dean of the College of Arts andSciences; director of University Ministry; thechairperson of the Department ofCommunications; a Student Governing Boardrepresentative(s); and a representative from theOffice of Marketing and Communications.

The responsibilities of the Media AdvisoryBoard include the establishment and review ofpolicy for all campus media, the review andrecommendation of resources and the review ofbudgets and expenditures. The Media AdvisoryBoard also publishes the Campus MediaHandbook which consists of best practices,operational guidelines and policies for allcampus media.

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THE FLYER AND ONLINE FLYER

The Flyer and Online Flyer are the officialstudent publications of Lewis University. AllLewis University students are encouraged tojoin the staff of The Flyer and Online Flyer. TheFlyer and Online Flyer provide a practicallearning environment for students interested incareers in journalism, computer graphic design,electronic publishing, advertising, publicrelations, photography and media production.Since 2000, The Flyer and Online Flyer have wonmore than 50 statewide, regional and nationaljournalism awards, including the Pacemakeraward for the Online Flyer.

The mission of The Flyer and Online Flyer is topublish student media consistent with themission of a Catholic, private institution ofhigher education and the highest norms ofAmerican journalism. In fulfilling this mission,The Flyer and Online Flyer report news andinformation relevant to Lewis students, providea forum for the discussion of issues, and serveas a central location to find out about studentand University activities, events and programs.

The Flyer and Online Flyer are operated byLewis University students under the directionof a faculty advisor. The Flyer is published 12times a year. The Online Flyer is published atleast once a week during the semester and canbe accessed at www.lewisflyer.com. The Flyer andOnline Flyer are published in the MultimediaLab using current industry standard desktopand electronic publishing hardware andsoftware. The Flyer is located in Pope John PaulHall-12. For more information call (815) 836-5234 or e-mail [email protected]

WLRA RADIO STATION

WLRA is the non-commercial educational radiostation owned by and licensed to LewisUniversity. Broadcasting in stereo at 88.1 on theFM dial and simulcast on the Internet atwww.lewisu.edu/wlra. WLRA is a class “A” radiostation with potential listeners numberingaround one million. Music, news, talk, sports,

and educational material comprise WLRA’s 24-hour broadcast day. The goals of WLRA Radioare to provide quality news and entertainmentprogramming in a manner consistent with theMission of Lewis University as a Catholic,private institution of higher education and withthe accepted norms and best practices ofAmerican broadcasting.

WLRA is the flagship station of the Flyer SportsRadio Network. WLRA has transmitted LewisUniversity sporting events and talk shows fromacross the country. In addition to sportingevents, WLRA has broadcast cultural musicand events from Lewis University as well asstudent produced productions from variouscampus locations and locations in thecommunity.

WLRA Radio was the first college radio stationin the country to become entirely digital.WLRA is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art broadcasting technology. The studiosinclude an on-air control room, conferencestudio, news production, digital audioproduction, producing offices, studentmanagement offices, and music library. WLRARadio Station’s studios and offices are locatedin the Andrew Center of Electronic Media in De La Salle Hall. WLRA is open to all studentswho wish to participate in broadcasting.Students interested in participating in WLRA’sactivities can contact WLRA’s general manageror program director at (815) 836-5214 or e-mailthe radio station at [email protected]. Visit theWLRA Radio Station Web site atwww.lewisu.edu/wlra.

WLRA is managed and staffed by LewisUniversity students under the director ofElectronic Media. For more information, contactthe Office of Electronic Media at (815) 836-5400.

LEWIS UNIVERSITY TELEVISION NETWORK

The Lewis University Television Network is theLewis University campus cable television localorigination channel. Channel 6 provides careertraining and professional experience for

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communications majors and other interestedstudents. In addition, these channels promoteUniversity activities, programs, and eventsthrough their news shows, daily bulletin board,and weekly schedule of programs.

The Lewis University television productionfacilities are equipped with the latest state-of-the-art broadcasting technology. The facilitiesinclude a television control room, 25X30television studio, news set, non-linear videoediting, producing offices, student managementoffices, and videotape library. The LewisUniversity Television Network also has a liveelectronic newsgathering vehicle complete withmicrowave transmitter, 45 foot mast, videoediting, and two-way radio. The LewisUniversity Television Network studios andoffices are located in the Andrew Center ofElectronic Media in De La Salle Hall.

The Lewis University Television network alsoprovides a 24 hour electronic message board ofupcoming university events on Channel 25with background music of WLRA Radio.University organizations and departments canpost messages by sending them to the Office ofStudent Services.

The Lewis University Television Network isoperated by Lewis University students underthe direction of the Department ofCommunications in the College of Arts andSciences. A student senior producer and fieldproducers manage the Lewis UniversityTelevision Network’s operations. Studentsinterested in participating in the network’sactivities should consult the director ofElectronic Media at (815) 836-5400. Visit theLewis Television Network Web site atwww.lewisu.edu/academics/broadcast

CABLE TELEVISION

Lewis University provides more than 80channels of cable television to all rooms in theresidence halls and various classrooms.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT WORKSHOPS FORADULT STUDENTS

Academic support workshops are offered at nocost to currently enrolled adult students (i.e., 24years of age or older) in graduate andundergraduate degree programs. New andcontinuing adult students have the opportunityto receive specialized instruction in math,writing, and reading that is relevant to thecourses associated with their program of study.Workshops are also offered on study skills,ways to navigate technology such asBlackboard, and resources available throughthe Library. These workshops are offered in anon-credit format and are available at timesappropriate for adult student schedules.Additional resource information may beavailable on Blackboard. Contact the School forProfessional and Continuing Education (SPCE)or the Leckrone Academic Resource Center(LARC) for further information.

LECKRONE ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER (LARC)

The Leckrone Academic Resource Center is amultipurpose student service center designedto assist students with overall academic andcareer development. Academic, career, andtutorial services are provided.

ACADEMIC SERVICES (designed to reinforce andenhance classroom instruction):

Academic Advising and RegistrationAcademic Skills SeminarsAssessment and TestingBridge ProgramComputer Lab InstructionSUCCESS Program ServicesTutoring ServicesWriting Center

CAREER SERVICES

Academic AdvisingAlumni Career Development ServicesAnnual Job/Internship FairsCareer Development ServicesCareer Resource LibraryCareer Research Assistance

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ACADEMIC RESOURCES

DISCOVER Career Exploration SoftwareGuidance with Choosing a MajorInterest InventoriesInternship AssistanceJOBNET - Online Job/Internship ProgramJob Search AssistanceJob Search Techniques CourseMock InterviewingPart-time and Volunteer Job ListingsRésumé Writing Assistance

TUTORIAL SERVICES

Tutorial Services encourage Lewis students toestablish relationships for the benefit oflearning. Students may utilize Tutorial Servicesas clients seeking support in areas of academicstruggle, or as tutors hoping to guide theirfellow classmates. Tutoring is available to allacademic majors at Lewis. The Math Lab hasbeen created to aid those students who findmath to be a subject of particular difficulty.

MUSIC PROGRAMS

Various activities are sponsored by theDepartment of Music. Student groups provideentertainment both at regularly scheduledperformances and at special Universityfunctions throughout the year.

University Choir: An ensemble made up ofstudents, faculty and choral singers from thecommunity who perform a variety of sacredand secular music, including a major oratorioevery year.

Lewis University Gospel Choir: An ensembleopen to all students who enjoy singing in theAfrican American gospel tradition.

Jazz Band: An organization that plays a varietyof jazz literature.

Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra: Anensemble of students and players from thecommunity that presents a concert eachsemester. Auditions are required. Lewisstudents can earn credit hours.

Pep Band: An ensemble that performs at homeathletic contests.

THEATRE

The Department of Theatre presents plays andmusicals in the Philip Lynch Theatre, a 250-seatthrust theatre. A season of at least five majorproductions, directed by department faculty orguest directors, is presented each year. Student-directed shows and professional touringcompanies are also part of the University’s Arts& Ideas program of community educationaland cultural events.

Auditions for all Philip Lynch Theatreproductions are open to all Lewis faculty, staffand students, full- and part-time, regardless oftheir major. Participation in productions orcoursework, and training in acting, directing,stagecraft and design prepares students forcareers in theatre, teaching or continued studyat the graduate level.

UNIVERSITY TESTING CENTER

The School for Professional and ContinuingEducation (SPCE) operates a Testing Center toserve the University community and college-bound students in the Chicagoland area.Testing services will include professional fieldswhich require national licensure andcertification testing, whether paper-based orcomputerized. Scheduling depends uponprogram/group needs rather than requestsfrom individuals for special test times. TheCenter is not used for proctoring examinationsfor University classes.

Contact SPCE at (815) 836-5570 for furtherinformation. SPCE is a member of the NationalCollege Testing Association (NCTA) whichprovides standards and guidelines for post-secondary test centers.

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STUDENT LIFE/STUDENT SERVICES

STUDENT HANDBOOK

The Student Handbook contains the policies,regulations, services and activities pertinent tostudent life at Lewis University. The StudentHandbook information supplements the materialin this catalog. Students are responsible forknowing and abiding by the contents of theStudent Handbook. The handbook can be foundonline at www.lewisu.edu/studenthandbook

ATHLETIC PROGRAM

Lewis University offers varsity intercollegiatecompetition for both men and women. Themen’s intercollegiate program includesbaseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer,swimming, tennis, track and field, andvolleyball. The women’s intercollegiateprogram includes basketball, cross country,golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, trackand field, and volleyball.

Guided by the Mission values of LewisUniversity and its Lasallian heritage, theathletics program provides students withopportunities to enhance their education,develop skills and understanding throughparticipation in athletics, and represent theirUniversity in intercollegiate competition. Thegoals of intercollegiate athletics are to enhancethe physical and intellectual abilities of thoseparticipating in the program and to provide theopportunity for spectators from the Lewiscommunity and the community-at-large toattend athletic events.

Athletic programs support the University’seducational program. The Lewis Athleticsprogram subscribes to the idea that properlyadministered intercollegiate sports arebeneficial activities that contribute to thephysical, intellectual and social experiences ofthe entire Lewis community.

Lewis University is a member of the NationalCollegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) andcompetes at the Division II level. Lewis is also amember of the Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Athletic facilities include the John F. KennedySports Center (Neil Carey Arena), a softballfield, a soccer field, the Brennan Baseball Field,indoor and outdoor tennis courts, an indoor andoutdoor track, and a fitness and weight area.

AUTOMOBILES

Students are permitted to have cars on campus.They must operate them according to theregulations in the Student Handbook.

RESIDENCE LIFE

At Lewis University, residence halls are morethan a place to sleep and eat. They areextensions of the classroom; they are placeswhere students learn how to appreciatediversity by living and working with peopledifferent from themselves. Students learndecision-making skills, they developindependence, they gain self-confidence, andthey learn to accept responsibility. TheResidence Life staff consists of the director,assistant director(s), and area coordinators, allof whom reside on campus, as well as live-ingraduate student residence life coordinatorsand resident assistants who are undergraduatestrained to provide support to students living oncampus. Student involvement and communitydecision-making are key ingredients in theresidence life program. Each residence hall hasa Residence Hall Association representativewho lives in that facility. These studentsorganize activities throughout the year andprovide input to the Residence Life staff on avariety of topics, including maintenance,technology, and programming. For moreinformation, e-mail [email protected] or call(815) 836-5275.

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CAMPUS SECURITY

The Office of Campus Security is composed offull-time Supervisors and part-time StudentOfficers. Campus Security officers are on duty24/7 and are trained to respond to anysituation that poses a threat to the safety andsecurity of the University community.

Services offered by Campus Security includethe issuance of student identification cards,parking permits, vehicle jumpstarts, vehicleand room lockouts, and outreach educationefforts. Campus Security also offers a walkingescort service on the Lewis main campus for allcommunity members on a 24/7 basis.

THE CENTER FOR HEALTH AND COUNSELING SERVICES

The Center for Health and Counseling Servicesis a multi-purpose department that strives tomaintain and enhance the physical andemotional health and wellbeing of students.

HEALTH SERVICES

Staffed by University medical personnelincluding physicians on a part-time basis,Health Services is equipped to handle acute,non-emergency illnesses and minor injuries.The staff is available to provide thefollowing services:

• Treatment of minor illnesses andinjuries

• Basic prescription and over-the-countermedications for many non-chronicconditions

• Medical equipment loans (such asheating pads or crutches)

• Tuberculosis skin testing

• Immunization updates and other illnessprevention programs

• Referral to community health agenciesand specialists.

IMMUNIZATION POLICY

In accordance with Illinois state law,students are required to provide the Centerwith proof of immunizations prior toenrollment. Students not in compliance withthe immunization policy will incur fines.

International students must have proof ofhealth insurance in an amount not less thanten thousand dollars U.S. ($10,000). Theinsurance carrier must have a U.S.-basedoffice. International students who cannotprovide proof of health insurance from aU.S.-based company are required topurchase health insurance through theUniversity.

COUNSELING SERVICES

Dedicated to assisting students with issuesor concerns that may impact their academicsuccess or quality of life, CounselingServices is staffed by mental healthprofessionals. Issues and mental healthconcerns addressed by staff members mayinclude relationships, depression, anxiety,transition to the University, victimization,drug/alcohol abuse, loss, grief, stress, andpoor self-concept. Our professionals offerthe following services.

• Short-term individual and groupcounseling

• Outreach programming

• Consultation

• Referrals to community resources

• Crisis intervention

CLUB SPORTS

Club Sports at Lewis University are designed toprovide opportunities for students, faculty andstaff of the University community to participatein a variety of sports and recreational activities.Sport clubs are organized and conducted bystudents under the direction of the director ofStudent Recreation, Fitness and Wellness.

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Sport clubs consist of students with a commoninterest in a sport activity that exists to promoteand develop interest in that particular activity.Clubs may be instructional, recreational,competitive, or some combination thereof.Characterized by being student-initiated andstudent-managed, the basic structure of clubsallow members numerous opportunities forleadership and decision-making.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

The Office of International Student Services(ISS) provides services and advocacy forinternational students. The ISS office offersassistance with USCIS (formerly the INS)procedures, particularly for visa statusmaintenance and employment options.Additionally, it provides pre-semesterorientation for new students, adjustmentworkshops for continuing students, and re-entry workshops for graduating students. Theoffice also coordinates access for internationalstudents to both University and externalresources, for insurance, banking, socialsecurity, and daily life needs.

In addition, the Office of International StudentServices moderates the activities of theInternational Student Association (ISA).

The ISA seeks to foster an awareness of othercultures at the Lewis University campus,promote friendships between internationalstudents, as well as with American students,and provide support and appreciation for theinternational student community at LewisUniversity. It accomplishes these goals byproviding special programs and opportunitiesfor social interaction and constructive culturalexchange. All programs and activities are non-political in nature.

The Office of International Student Services islocated in the Br. Raymond McManaman, FSC,Center for Student Organizations and CulturalResources along with the Office ofMulticultural Student Services, the Office of

Latino Student Services, the Culture Center andthe Morton Boston Meeting Room.

INTRAMURAL PROGRAM

With an emphasis on participation andsportsmanship, the Intramural Programprovides recreational activities for all men andwomen at Lewis University. A full range ofactivities is offered on both a team and anindividual basis. The program includes flagfootball, floor hockey, co-recreational volleyball,basketball, softball, bowling, badminton, dodgeball, and table tennis. Intramural competition isopen to full-time students, faculty,administrators, and staff.

STUDENT RECREATION, FITNESS, AND WELLNESS CENTER

The fieldhouse of the Student Recreation andFitness Center is equipped with fourinterchangeable courts for basketball,volleyball, tennis, and badminton, as well as anindoor track. The Student Recreation andFitness Center also includes a swimming pool,a large fitness center, and an aerobics studio. Afree weight area, an outdoor track, outdoorfields, and various pieces of athletic equipmentare also available for student use.

JUDICIAL PROCESS

The dean of Student Services oversees theStudent Judicial Process. Violations ofUniversity Behavioral Standards and Policiesare adjudicated at various levels depending onthe severity of the alleged violation. The entireJudicial Process, as well as UniversityBehavioral Standards and Policies are outlinedin detail in the Lewis University StudentHandbook.

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION, ADVISINGAND REGISTRATION (SOAR)

The University conducts comprehensiveorientation, advising, and registration sessionsfor new students and their parents. The SOARprogram acquaints new students with the

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campus, the academic experience, and variousstudent support services.

The Introduction to the College Experience(ICE) class continues this program throughoutthe first semester. Additionally, Welcome Daysactivities occur during the first days of the Fallsemester to welcome new and returningstudents to campus.

STUDENT GOVERNING BOARD

The Student Governing Board is the officialrepresentative organization for theundergraduate student body. It serves as themajor source of student input to the Universityadministration. Board members communicatewith the Office of Student Services in carryingout their responsibilities.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT

The Office of Student Leadership andInvolvement, independently and in cooperationwith the Student Governing Board and variousstudent organizations, provides a variety ofsocial and educational activities for residentand commuter students. Some of the programshave included a hypnotist, dances, comedians,dance troupes, musicians, a caricature artist,athletic pep events, coffee house entertainers,fundraising events and blood drives. Othermain events include the Fall and Springsemester semi-formal dances, Family Day, andWelcome Days.

The Student Union, under the supervision ofthe Office of Student Leadership andInvolvement, provides space for recreationalactivities and meetings. Student lounges arealso housed in the Student Union. The Flyers’Den, operated by Sodexho ManagementServices, is located in the lower level of theUnion and features a snack bar. CommonGrounds, also operated by SodexhoManagement Services, is located in FitzpatrickHall and offers a 24-hour convenient store andstudy lounge. Both of the lounges are popularamong resident and commuter students alike.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Lewis University recognizes only thoseorganizations whose constitutions and activitiesare consistent with the Mission and theCatholic and Lasallian tradition of theUniversity and have been approved andrecognized by the Student Governing Board.

Black Student Union (BSU)Commuter Council (CC)Latin American Student Organization

(LASO)International Student Association (ISA)South Asian Student Association (SASA)Residence Hall Association (RHA)Organization Councils:InterFratority Council (IFC)

Gamma Phi OmegaGamma Sigma TauPhi Kappa ThetaPhi Iota AlphaSigma DeltaSigma Lambda BetaTheta Kappa PiTau Tau Tau

InterOrganization Council (IOC) andScholar CouncilAmerican Assn. of Airline ExecutivesAmerican Chemical Society (ACS)American Marketing Association (AMA)Art ClubBest BuddiesBeta Beta Beta (Biology Honor Society)Delta Sigma Pi (Business Fraternity)Delta Epsilon SigmaExpressions Dance GroupFellowship of JusticeGay Straight AllianceMath ClubNational Society of Collegiate ScholarsPhi Alpha Theta (History Honor Society)Phi Sigma Tau (Philosophy Honors)Philosophy Club

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Pi Mu Epsilon (Math Honors)Pi Sigma Alpha (Pol. Sci. Honors)Pre-Law ClubPrometheon (Computer Science)Psi Chi (Psychology Honor Society)Psychology ClubSigma Pi Sigma (Physics Honors)Sigma Tau Delta (English Honor Society)Society of Physics StudentsStudents for LifeStudent Athlete Advisory CommitteeStudent Nurses AssociationTheta Alpha Kappa (Theology Honors)Upsilon Pi Epsilon (Comp. Sci. Honors)

National Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC)Alpha Kappa AlphaAlpha Phi AlphaKappa Alpha PsiDelta Sigma ThetaOmega Psi PhiPhi Beta SigmaSigma Gamma RhoZeta Phi Beta

Service and Social Justice CouncilInterVarsity Christian FellowshipTeachers of TomorrowSTANDUp ‘Til DawnZeta Phi Zeta

MULTICULTURAL STUDENT SERVICES

The Office of Multicultural Student Services iscommitted to assisting students in achieving asuccessful college education in a diverse andculturally enriched environment. Theorganizations located within the Office ofMulticultural Student Services include the LatinAmerican Student Organization, the BlackStudent Union, the University Gospel Choir,Expressions Dance Group, and the NationalPan Hellenic Council.

In addition, the Office of Multicultural StudentServices supports the Office of InternationalStudent Services and the activities of theInternational Student Association.

The Black Student Union has been animportant component of Lewis University since1968. The goal of the Black Student Union is toeducate people historically, culturally, sociallyand politically about African American cultureand issues. The BSU is committed to diversity.It offers members the chance to get acquaintedwith other students and faculty, as well as theopportunity to participate in numerousactivities.

The Latin American Student Organization(LASO) is a nationally recognized studentorganization at Lewis University. LASO isdedicated to promoting an awareness of U.S.Latino/Latina issues as well as anunderstanding of the Latin American culturethrough educational, social, and volunteeropportunities. LASO members attendleadership development conferences and fostera familial atmosphere in the organization andare open to anyone interested in learning moreabout Latino/a issues, Latino/a culture orancestral roots.

The Lewis University Gospel Choir was formed15 years ago by a small band of studentsinterested in gospel music. The diverse choirhas grown to more than 50 members. Anyoneinterested in gospel music is welcome to join.There are no prerequisites for becoming amember of the Gospel Choir.

Expressions Dance Group is a dance ensemblethat features liturgical, modern and African-influenced presentations. Expressions DanceGroup performs at campus and communityevents. Anyone interested in dance is welcome;auditions are held every semester.

The National PanHellenic Council consists ofthe following traditionally Black fraternitiesand sororities: Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta

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Sigma Theta, Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa AlphaPsi, and Zeta Phi Beta.

The Office of Multicultural Student Services islocated in the Br. Raymond McManaman, FSC,Center for Student Organizations and CulturalResources along with the Office of InternationalStudent Services, the Office of Latino StudentServices, the Culture Center and the MortonBoston Meeting Room.

UNIVERSITY MINISTRY

University Ministry, in harmony with Lewis’Catholic tradition and Lasallian identity andvalues, embraces and nurtures enlightenedreligious experience within the LewisCommunity. University Ministry’s primaryfocus is to be a sign and instrument of theGospel – proclaiming and celebrating theGospel and inviting the University Communityinto this mission. We seek to light hearts on firefor God’s Kingdom – for lives, marked by zeal,

• of faith – loving the generous God madeknown to us through Jesus and the HolySpirit and in the giftedness and dignity ofall human beings;

• of service – becoming more generous andloving in our time, talents, and treasures;

• of community – being with each other in ourjoys and sorrows.

The Ministry Team maintains an activepresence on campus in residence halls,corridors, and dining halls. Team members alsocreate and develop a variety of programs; makethemselves available for pastoral conversationswith students, parents, faculty, and staff; andempower others to share in this ministry.

LITURGYA Mass is celebrated on weekdays and HolyDays of Obligation at noon and on Sundays at8:00 p.m. during the school year.

KOINONIAGreek for ‘community’ this program is astudent-led, faith-based, community buildingretreat offered each semester.

IVCF (INTERVARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP)An interdenominational Christian group thathosts daily prayer, weekly Scripture studygroups, and a contemporary worship onThursday nights. Social events and conferencesare planned throughout the year.

LOCAL, NATIONAL, AND INTERNATIONAL OUTREACHOpportunities abound for students to mentor inBig Brothers/Big Sisters, serve or packagemeals for the homeless, and raise funds duringHunger Week for the poor or causes likeMisericordia Heart of Mercy. Students alsohave the opportunity to immerse themselves involunteer projects in Appalachia, Bolivia,Chicago, and Mexico and learn more about theglobal community in which we live.

PEER MINISTRY

This program trains students in Christianleadership. These student leaders invite theirfellow residents into a deeper life of faith, ofservice, and of community through social andreflective programs, connection time, andreferrals to campus resources.

RETREATSEach year retreats are offered which focus onthe first-year experience, social justice, the lifeof a busy student, and special interests.

STANDA student organization that promotes humanrights. STAND promotes human rightsthrough weekly meetings, letter writing,movie nights, the annual STAND for RightsWeek, and protesting WHINSEC/The Schoolof the Americas.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) This program explores the Catholic Faith andprepares candidates for the Sacraments ofInitiation.

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POST-GRADUATION OPPORTUNITIESThe Lasallian Volunteer Program is a way torespond to Christ’s call to the serve the poorthrough Christian education or human servicesin the U.S. A growing number of Lewis alumniserve as Lasallian Volunteers. Visitwww.lasallianvolunteers.org

FACILITIES• SANCTA ALBERTA CHAPEL

The Sancta Alberta Chapel is located at thecenter of the Romeoville campus and is usedfor Sunday evening Mass and many Universityprograms. The De La Salle Chapel is used forprivate reflection and prayer.

• THE MIGUEL CENTER FOR UNIVERSITY MINISTRY

The Miguel Center for University Ministry islocated in the east wing of the Chapel building.The Center houses offices for UniversityMinistry personnel as well as a living room andconference room.

• THE JAMES A. LAGRIPPE PASTORAL CENTER

The Pastoral Center features the D’Arcy GreatRoom, the Lewis Family Room, a kitchen, andoffices. The Victoria LaGrippe MeditationGarden is a quiet, reflective area betweenSancta Alberta and the Pastoral Center.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON UNIVERSITYMINISTRY ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS

• Call (815) 836-5550 (x5550)

• Visit us online atwww.lewisu.edu/studentservices/ministry

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