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Advising Handbook
2012 - 2013
1001 E Beltline NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-5897 www.cornerstone.edu
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Welcome Statement The purpose of the Advising Handbook is to provide you with information that will assist you in making wise choices regarding your academic success. Some of the information inside this handbook will change from year to year, so it will be very important to seek clarification from your academic advisor when questions arise. This handbook does not cover every question or concern you may have, but it will give you plenty of information so you can take ownership of your academic career. The stated five-year plans outline when classes plan to be offered, and they assist you in course selection and in the creation of a four-year plan. Each division has its own set of plans and has been instructed to update those plans annually. You will want to refer to the most recent edition of these plans to have the most accurate information. When making appointments with your academic advisor, it will be to your benefit to plan your course schedule in advance. This will allow your time to be spent talking about long-term career paths or other goals rather than simply using that time to select courses together. Keep in mind that your advisor is there to help in more areas than just your academic success and can be of assistance in other areas of your life as well!
Registration Helps & Links Registration help is located on the Eagle’s Nest. The links are listed below:
CU Eagle’s Nest Undergraduate Tab Registrar’s Office Additional Links
WebAdvisor provides not only links for registration, but also transcript information and Program Evaluation (degree audit for academic planning and graduation tracking).
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Table of Contents 2012 – 2013 Calendar 3 Student Advisee Role & Responsibilities 5 Changing Academic Advisor 5 Getting Help 6 Cornerstone University Academic Advisors 7 Core Curriculum Information 9 Course Selection Tips 11
Repeat Policy Placement Criteria for Incoming Students Undecided/UnDeclared Programs with Special Advising Guidelines
Off Campus Study Programs 16 Five Year Course Planning Schedule 17
Bible, Religion, & Ministry Division 17 Business Division 20 Communication & Media Studies Division 24 Humanities Division 28 Kinesiology, Science & Math Division 33 Music Division 38 Social Science Division 40 Teacher Education Division 42
Program Planning Form 45 Four Year Planning Guide 48 Frequently Asked Questions 50 What is Assessment 53 Department List 54
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Calendar
2012
July 1 Receive Fall 2012 bill
Alternative and PLUS loan applications due
August 5 & 20 Make first payment if on the payment plan
20 Payment due for pay-in-full students
29 Terra Firma participants students only; Residence Halls open
September 1 Second payment due for payment plan
2 Residence Halls open for returning students & students not participating in Terra Firma
3 Labor Day
5 Classes begin/Drop-Add Classes Begins
11 Drop-Add Classes Ends
October 5 & 20 Third payment due for payment plan
15 & 16 Fall Break (no classes)
17 Classes Resume
22 Registration for Spring 2013 begins
November 5 & 20 Balance owed for Fall 2012 semester due
13 Last day for withdrawal without W/P or W/E
21 Residence Halls close for Thanksgiving Break
22 – 23 Thanksgiving Break (no classes)
25 Residence Halls reopen
26 Classes Resume
December 3 Last day for withdrawal without W/E
5 Balance owed for Fall 2012 semester due
7 Receive Spring 2013 bill
7 Final Day of Classes
10 – 13 Final Exams
14 Residence Halls close at the end of the semester
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2013
January 5 & 20 First payment due for payment plan
2 Residence Halls reopen for J-Term students
10 Payment due for pay-in-full students
3 – 16 J-Term 2013
20 New Student Arrival
20 Residence Halls reopen
21 Spring 2013 Classes begin/Drop-Add Classes Begins
25 Drop-Add Classes Ends
February 1 File Financial Aid Forms Institutional Scholarship applications due
5 & 20 Second payment due for payment plan
March 1 Priority deadline for filing for financial aid for 2013-2014
1 Spring Break Vacation Housing Forms Due
4 Residence Halls close for Spring Break
5 & 20 Third payment due for payment plan
4 - 8 Spring Break
10 Residence Halls re-open
11 Classes Resume
11 Registration for Summer 2013 and Fall 2013 begins
25 Last day for withdrawal without W/P or W/E
29 – Apr. 1 Easter Break (no classes)
April 2 Classes Resume (Tues.)
5 & 20 Balance of second semester due
22 Last day for withdrawal without W/E
26 Final Day of Class
May Apr. 29 – May 7 Final Exams
1 Balance of 2nd semester due
2 Residence Halls close for semester
3 Senior/Parent Luncheon
4 Commencement
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Student Advisee Role & Responsibilities The following points frame a set of expectations the Cornerstone University student should perform in his or her role as advisee: Please meet with your academic advisor often as he/she will assist you in many ways.
1. Prepare adequately for each advising session. 2. Spend time clarifying personal gifts, abilities, values, interests, and goals by seeking help from
God, advisor, faculty, Career Services, staff, and peers. 3. Develop a realistic academic plan consistent with personal gifts, abilities, values, interests, and
goals. 4. Contact and make appointments with advisor when required or when in need of assistance. If it is
impossible to keep an appointment, the advisee should notify his or her advisor as soon as possible.
5. Follow through on action steps identified during each advising session. 6. Become knowledgeable about Cornerstone’s academic policies, procedures, and requirements. 7. Evaluate the advising system, when requested, in order to strengthen the advising process. 8. Accept final responsibility for all academic planning and curricular choices.
(Adapted from The Noel-Levitz Center for Enrollment Management, 1994) ♦ (Revised April 2001)
Changing Your Academic Advisor Changing your major and advisor does not have to be painful or difficult. The following outlines the steps you should take in order to care for the entire process. Before going through the steps, be sure you need to change your advisor. If you are changing your major, have a discussion with your current advisor to see if he or she is knowledgeable of that content. If your current advisor is knowledgeable of your new major, you may not want to change at all since consistency will be an asset to you. However, if your advisor is not versed in that particular field, please use the following list to help guide your choice. You will want to choose someone in the field you are pursuing so that he or she will have better insight to help guide you both in undergraduate education as well as long-term vocational goals. Once you have determined that a change of advisor is appropriate, please go on-line to ―CU Eagle’s Nest/Undergraduate/Registrar/On-Line Forms‖ to make the change. Your new advisor will need to approve the change. After your change has been approved, arrange a meeting with your new advisor to talk through your academic career and long-term planning.
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Getting Help Every advisee, regardless of level of experience, faces questions that he or she cannot answer. The key is to know who to contact. After your advisor, use the following guidelines for getting answers to academic-related questions:
For registration-related questions contact the Registrar’s Office (x1431). For course-related or academic policy questions, contact the appropriate faculty member, division chair, dean, or the Registrar’s Office, in that order.
Academic Division Division Chair
Bible, Religion, & Ministry Dr. Douglas Mohrmann x1250
Business Dr. Brad Stamm x1398
Communication & Media Prof. Pete Muir x1617
Humanities Dr. Michael Pasquale x1378
Kinesiology, Science & Math Dr. Jim Fryling x1283
Music Prof. Michael Stockdale x1624
Social Sciences Dr. Brenda King x1523
Teacher Education Dr. Kerisa Myers x1363
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Cornerstone University Academic Advisors
Division Name Content Area Bible Banashak, Jeanette Art of Ministry
Bustrum, Philip Intercultural Studies
Duff, John Bible & Theology
Mohrmann, Doug Transfers, Ancient Studies, Bible & Religion
Nguyen, Kim
Perini, Don Art of Ministry & Creativity
Roberts, Ryan
Smith, Andrew Bible & Theology
Business Bos, Larry Accounting/General Business
Morter, Scott Finance
Newhouse, Shawn Marketing/International Business
Riter, Bill Management, CIS, Accounting
Stamm, Brad Transfers, Economics & Sports Management
Young, Michael Management
Comm. & Media Blanchard, Alan Journalism
Detwiler, Tim
Duff, Desiree Communication
Hunter, Jennifer Theatre
Muir, Pete Transfers, Media Studies/Video/Audio
Sindorf, Kathy Media Studies/Video
Humanities Beach, Cynthia English/Creative Writing/Humanities
Benson, Erik History
Bonzo, Matt Philosophy/Humanities
Looman, Tammy
Marko, Jonathan
Pasquale, Michael Transfer/Humanities
Spence, Martin
Stevens, Jason
Stevens, Michael English/Honors/Humanities
Van Dyke, Michael English/Humanities
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Kinesiology, Science, & Math Bell, Mark Soccer Players only
Campbell, Ryan Volleyball Players only
Crompton, Nigel Biology/Health Science
Fryling, James Chemistry/Pre Professional, Transfers
Gates, Raymond Biology/Environmental Biology
Keller, Charles Ned Physics/Science
Keys, Robert Science/Education/Environmental Biology
Marra, Marty Kinesiology
Sprague, Thomas Math/Computer Science
Wortley, Rod Track Players only
Zainea, Kim Kinesiology
Music Stockdale, Michael Transfers/Contemporary Christian Music
Van Dessel, Joan Instrumental Performance/Music Education
Van Dessel, Peter Instrumental Performance/Music Education
Westerholm, Matthew Worship Arts
Social Sciences Carew, Nola Social Work
da Silva, Sergio
Ehnis, Dan Psychology
King, Brenda Transfers/Sociology
McDonald, Nicole Psychology/Family Studies
Sanders, Scott Social Work
Teacher Education Bailey, Gary Consortium Students/Post Bach
Bell, Suzanne Elementary
England, Darla Learning Disabilities/Elementary
Kronemeyer, Ron Social Studies/any
McAdams, Keith Secondary
Myers, Kerisa Early/Elementary/Transfers
NOTE: Bold indicates Division Chair
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Core Curriculum for Fall 2012
Course Hours IDS-103 CU Foundations I 1 IDS-104 CU Foundations II 1 IDS-101 Creativity, Innovation and Problem Solving 2 REL-104 Old Testament Literature 3 HIS-114 World Civilization II 3 KIN-100 Foundations of Wellness 2 KIN-1XX Activity Course 1 COM-112 Communication in Culture 3 ENG-212 Writing in Culture (writing competency required) 3 PHI-211 Philosophy in Culture 3 REL-204 New Testament Literature 3 REL-352 Christian Beliefs and History 3 IDS-311 Imagination in Culture 3 SCI-311 Science in Culture 3 Social Science Course 3 Lab Science Course 4 Math Competency (see below) 0-3 English Competency 0-6 Global Studies Requirement (see below) 0-3 (B.A. and select majors require Foreign Lang.) (0-8)
Total Core Requirements 44 (minimum)
Math Competency. Choose one of the following:
1. MAT-110 College Mathematics 2. MAT-121 College Algebra 3. MAT-122 Trigonometry 4. MAT-131 Calculus I 5. MAT-132 Calculus II 6. Exemption by examination (see catalog for details)
Global Studies Requirement. Choose one of the following:
1. Minimum two-week international study experience as approved by International Programs Committee.
2. A minimum three-credit cross-cultural internship as approved by the division.
3. A Global Studies course as approved by the International Programs Committee, UAC, and Faculty Senate (See current catalog for listing of courses.) Approved list as of 3/1/11 includes: BUS-215 International Business Experience MGT-339 International Management BUS-317 International Business MKT-359 International Marketing BUS-411 Cross-Culture Business REL-243 The Intercultural Mandate EDU-363 Diverse Populations/Diff Instruction SOC-352 Intercultural Communication ECN-215 International Business Experience SOC-417 Minorities COM-311 Intercultural Communication SSC-312 World Affairs
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ECN-335 International Economics SWK-417 Human Diversity LIN-100 Language in Culture
4. Students with a non-U.S. high school diploma are exempt.
B.A. Foreign Language Requirement (& select majors) Choose one of the following:
1. Language-101 and LIN-100 Language in Culture.
2. Language-101 and Language-102.
3. Two years of the same high school foreign language (meeting the minimum grade standard level) and LIN-100 Language in Culture
. 4. Two years of the same high school foreign language (meeting the minimum grade standard level) and
Language-102 .
5. Three years of the same high school foreign language (meeting the minimum grade standard level) . 6. Students who have English as their second language are exempt.
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Course Selection Tips (use with 2012-2013 Cornerstone University Catalog)
In initial advising sessions, it is especially critical to communicate where you are in your academic decision-making. For example, you may communicate that you are strongly committed to a particular major, only moderately committed to a particular program, or still undecided as to a major. Although pragmatic factors such as times when classes are offered, participation in co-curricular activities, or employment schedules are important factors, your level of decisiveness and strength of commitment to an academic program should be the primary long range basis for course selection and academic planning. If you are strongly committed to a particular program and/or major, you may want to print a ―program evaluation‖ to use along with the university catalog to assist you in working with your advisor to make wise course selections. Core requirements for undergraduate degree programs can be found under “Degree Information” in the catalog.
Repeat Policy Federal rules do not permit a student to receive aid for a course more than once unless the school grants the student additional credit for the repeated courses. Based on this information, a student can only receive financial aid when retaking a course if he/she initially failed or withdrew from the course. (A passing grade is D- or higher.) Students are eligible to retake a course with the possibility of improving the previous grade. However, the retake grade always takes precedence. So when advising students to retake a course, remind them financial aid cannot be applied to the retake course unless they failed or withdrew from the course. The course will not be counted as a part of load for financial aid purposes, so their enrollment level will be calculated based on the remaining registered courses. (i.e. Student takes ENG-114 again after receiving a D along with 11 other credits – total of 15 credits – the student is not considered a full-time student for financial aid purposes.)
Placement Criteria for Incoming Students All incoming students should have performed satisfactorily in a college preparatory curriculum prior to coming to Cornerstone. In some cases, however, developmental course work is necessary after a student has matriculated. To determine whether you need one or more developmental courses, the Mathematics Department utilizes a placement test and the English department has established criteria based on performance on the ACT. Sub scores can be obtained from your advisor. The criteria for placement are as follows:
Math Placement Criteria The Mathematics Department determines placements into core Mathematics courses by means of a placement examination. The placement examination is given each fall during freshman orientation, and each semester in preparation for the next. Since mathematics skills can be lost over time, placement scores are current only for one year. Expired scores can be renewed by re-taking the examination. Special needs can be met by making arrangements with the Mathematics Department.
Students who wish to enroll in more advanced courses, such as College Algebra, Trigonometry, or Calculus may do so by transcript evaluation. In addition to the placement examination results, students in College Algebra must pass the arithmetic and algebra sections of the Placement Examination, and have completed intermediate algebra (or two years of high school algebra). Placement into Trigonometry is the same, plus College Algebra or a third year of high school algebra. Placement into Calculus I requires completion of trigonometry or pre-calculus either in college or high school. Due the wide variety of courses offered by high schools and colleges, students seeking placement into College Algebra or above are urged to contact the Mathematics department.
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English Placement Criteria First Placement Criteria 2011-2012 Writing Course Placement Criteria – Revised 3/30/08
Courses: ENG 099 Basic Writing, ENG 114 College Composition, ENG 212 Writing in Culture Criteria: ACT English Score and ACT Combined English/Writing Score If both scores are not at or above the standard for placement, student should be enrolled in the lower course.
Course ACT English Score ACT Combined English/Writing score
Writing in Culture – ENG 212 25 and above 24 and above
College Composition – ENG 114 17 to 24 16 to 23
Basic Writing – ENG 099 16 and below 15 and below
Second Placement Criteria (for students who do not have an ACT Combined English/Writing Score) Criteria: ACT English Score and cumulative high school GPA If both scores are not at or above the standard for placement, student should be enrolled in the lower course.
Course ACT English Score Cumulative HS GPA(based on a 4.0 scale)
Writing in Culture – ENG 212 25 and above 3.0 and above
College Composition – ENG 114 17-24 2.0 to 2.9
Basic Writing – ENG 099 16 and below 1.9 and below
Third Placement Criteria (for students who have taken the SAT instead of the ACT) Criteria: SAT Verbal scores and cumulative high school GPA If both scores are not at or above the standard for placement, student should be enrolled in the lower course.
Course SAT Verbal Score Cumulative HS GPA (based on a 4.0 scale)
Writing in Culture – ENG 212 570 and above 3.0 and above
College Composition – ENG 114 440 to 569 2.0 to 2.9
Basic Writing – ENG 099 439 and below 1.9 and below
Note: If a student does not agree with his or her placement based on the above criteria, please refer the student to Tammy Looman, WAC (Writing Across the Curriculum) Director for further writing evaluation.
Undecided/Undeclared If you are only mildly committed to pursue a certain program or are totally undecided, there are at least two courses of action you can take. One is to take an introductory course in a field of interest to help you begin assessing whether or not you have motivation and/or giftedness in that field. Although this does have merit and you will see it reflected in the special concerns of particular divisions in the last section, a better approach might be to take ―safe‖ courses and address the questions of major, minor, or program through other means such as developmental advising, self-assessment, mentoring, Career Services, etc. The following are ―safe‖ courses in that, generally, regardless of degree program or major, all first-time students and transfers with less than 24 hours need. If you are undecided, look to these courses first in order to complete initial course schedules. Exceptions or notes are in parentheses:
If looking to the first set fails to produce a full schedule of classes, go to the following second set of classes to try to fill out your course schedule. Again, exceptions are noted in parentheses:
Math class (check criteria for correct placement; except possible El. Ed. students) PSY-111 General Psychology or SOC-111 Introduction to Sociology (except possible El. Ed., Sec. Ed, and
B. Mus. students) A 100- or 200-level physical science course (if prerequisite is met).
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Programs with Special Advising Guidelines Yes, they do. Special requirements for Education have been built into the program for more accurate decision-making by the newer student. Generally, the core requirements for non-education Humanities programs and B.A. programs in Science and Math, Social Sciences, and Kinesiology correspond with the B.A. core requirements in the undergraduate catalog. If in doubt, check the catalog. Faculty and Division Chairs offer the following important, special guidelines for declared majors in Bible, Business, Science, Mathematics, Fine Arts (Music), Social Work, and Teacher Education:
Special Guidelines for Bible, Religion & Ministry Division Courses Bible division students should enroll in REL-130 O.T. Literature for BRM majors and REL-236 N.T. Literature BRM majors, not REL-104 or REL-204. (Honors students should take REL-130 and REL-236.)
Students who have a BRM division major (B.A. or B.S.) will apply for admission to the BRM program while enrolled in REL-236 NT Literature.
To be admitted to the program, a student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, complete an application including a reference from their pastor, a reference from a professor outside the BRM division, an interview with a BRM professor, and be approved by the BRM Committee on Program Admissions.
Students who maintain the minimum academic standards and show Christian maturity will continue in the program. Assistance in these areas may be obtained from your academic advisor, the BRM faculty, Spiritual Formation, the Learning Center, and Career Services.
Any student in a program not in the BRM division may substitute either REL 354 Theology I or REL 356 Theology II for REL 352 Christian Beliefs and History in the core.
Special Guidelines for Declared Business Majors If you declare a Business Administration Major or Business Major with an emphasis in International Business, Management, Marketing, or Sports Management, you should enroll in MGT-231 Principles of Management and MKT-251 Principles of Marketing in your freshman year. If you are an Accounting Major, you should enroll in ACC-221 Accounting I and CSC-116 Introduction to Data Management in the fall semester of your freshman year and ACC-222 in the spring semester of your freshman year.
If you are a Business Major with an emphasis in Finance, you should enroll in ACC-221 Accounting I in the fall semester and ACC-222 Accounting II in the spring semester of your freshman year.
Special Guidelines for Communication & Media Studies Majors For Journalism majors: JRN -261 (The Herald), JRN- 201 (News Writing & Reporting I), or JRN -236 (Photojournalism I)
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For Media majors: Media majors (Film or Video emphasis): COM-112 (Comm. in Culture) and MDA-121 (Intro. to Electronic Media) concurrently the first semester. Media majors are allowed to take MDA 261 (Audio Production I), but it’s not required for freshmen. Audio majors are recommended to take MDA-261 (Audio Production I) and MDA-161 (Audio-Video Tech Production) the first semester. Theatre majors: COM -112 and THR- 242 is required the first semester. Music Theatre emphasis: THR- 245 (Musical Theatre Workshop I) is also required the first semester.
Special Guidelines for Declared Mathematics Majors Every mathematics major or minor should begin with MAT-131 or MAT-121 during the fall semester of their freshman year. Some students who have studied calculus in high school may be able begin with a higher-level course. Such students should consult with a faculty advisor in the Mathematics Department for proper placement
Special Guidelines for Declared Music Majors NOTE: All prospective students must audition for admission into any music major degree program. Specific information regarding dates, suggested repertoire and other guidelines can be obtained on the music department portion of the Cornerstone University website, or by calling the music department at 616-222-1545. Transfer students beginning their studies in the spring semester must audition before or at the beginning of that semester. On the basis of the audition, the music department will either accept or deny the student admission into the program. In some instances, students may be accepted on a probationary basis. If a student is not accepted into the program, that student has two additional opportunities to re-audition and can enroll in freshman-level music major courses. Entering students intending to pursue a music major who have not auditioned before the music faculty may enroll in all freshman-level music major courses. These students must complete audition requirements at the fall semester jury, and will be fully accepted or denied admission into the program at that time. All music majors, regardless of emphasis, should enroll in the following classes for fall semester, freshman year: MUS-099 Music Convocation MUS-113 Aural Perception I MUS-117 Music Theory I Students who have little or no piano training must take MUS 143 Class Piano I. All students enrolled in music major degree programs must take piano until they pass a piano proficiency exam as part of the degree requirements. Students must take one of three large ensembles MUP-101 University Chorale (by audition only) MUP-111 Chancel Singers MUP-121 Symphonic Winds and Chamber Winds (by audition only) Students must take Applied Lessons. Performance majors must take two credits of applied lessons; all other music majors may take one or two credits. (MUA-XXX)
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Special Guidelines for Declared Science Majors Students declaring a major or minor in the physical or biological sciences should recognize that fitting science classes and labs into their class schedules can be challenging. Waiting until your sophomore year to start science or mathematics classes can delay graduation. Therefore fill your class schedule as much as possible with required math and science classes and then add core classes to bring your total credits to the desired level (generally 16—17 credit hours.). At a minimum, students should take a math class (MAT-122 or higher preferred) and one biology course during the first semester (BIO-151 for most science majors.) You should anticipate a need for guidance in scheduling your classes. Dialogue with your academic advisor (from the science division) early and often! If you do not think you have an advisor in the science division, talk with the Divisional Secretary or Division Chairman. We will direct you to a professor who can help.
Special Guidelines for Students in Teacher Education EDU-466 Secondary Journalism Practicum is available only to English majors who have a Journalism or Communication Arts minor. EDU-468 Secondary Psychology Practicum is available only to History or Social Studies majors who have a Psychology minor. EDU-469 Secondary Chemistry Practicum is available only to Biology majors who have chemistry minor.
If you intend to complete a major in an Elementary Education program and have not taken MAT-110 College Mathematics or are currently registered for MAT-110, please be aware of this information: Students must meet the Math Competancy requirement (MAT-110, 121, 122, 131, 132 or exemption by exam) prior to taking MAT-312 Elementary Mathematics & Methods. In order to take MAT-312, student must have taken EDU-230 Principles and Philosophy of Education and be accepted into the Teacher Education Program.
Special Requirements for Students in Teacher Education Since the goal of Teacher Education students is to become certified by the State of Michigan, there are minimum grade requirements in many courses that may not apply to other fields. According to the Michigan State Board of Education ADMINISTRATIVE RULES GOVERNING THE CERTIFICATION OF MICHIGAN TEACHERS: “Satisfactory college credit” means a grade of C- or its equivalent. Rule 22 refers to communication and major and minor fields; therefore a minimum of C- is required for both Writing in Culture and Communication in Culture as well as major and minor courses. Rule 23 refers to professional courses and growth and development; therefore, all EDU numbers, methods classes that do not have an EDU number, and Developmental Psychology require a minimum of C-. Rule 24 refers to certification; therefore an applicant for an elementary or secondary provisional certificate shall have completed satisfactory college credits before assignment in directed teaching. (Certification in major & minor)
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Off-Campus Study Programs
The Off-Campus Study Programs (OCSP) provides students the opportunity to broaden and deepen their educational experience and to further prepare them to impact the Kingdom. Interested students should consider the impact of an OCSP on their overall educational program and make adjustments in their schedules and financial planning early on. Students typically earn 12-16 academic credits in a semester-long program. Some summer programs are also available. Cornerstone University is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). Because of this affiliation, Cornerstone participates in a number of off-campus academic study programs in which qualified students may participate upon application and acceptance. There are also several other independent programs with which Cornerstone is an affiliate. Approved programs in which Cornerstone participates are grounded in Christian worldview.
Students should refer to the current academic catalog for questions relating to financial aid and other requirements,. Interested students should meet with off-campus program coordinator, Nicolas Babarskis, Assistant Director of Global Study to discuss eligibility, policy and process. Students then complete a Cornerstone University Off-Campus Program application (available on the CU Eagle’s Nest) as well as the specific program application (usually located on each program’s website). Students should consult the program’s website for the most up-to-date information, deadlines and credit information.
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Five Year Course Planning Schedule
Bible, Religion, & Ministry Division
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
CMI-151 Lifespan Development X X X X X
CMI-221 Learning, Liturgy, & Technology
X X X X X
CMI-222
Poverty & Justice X X X X X
CMI-223 Cultural Anthropology X X X
CMI-252 Interpersonal &Intrapersonal
Relationships X X X X X
CMI-311 Evangelism & Discipleship X X
CMI-321 Camp Philosophy &
Administration X X
CMI-334 Spiritual Formation X X X X X
CMI-336 Integrated Leadership
CMI-342
Spiritual Conflicts in Cross- Cultural Contexts
CMI-380 Internship As Needed
CMI-381 Internship I: Career
Development X X X X X
CMI-382 Internship II: Teacher & The
Teaching Task X X X X X
CMI-383 Internship III: Specialization
X X X X X X X X X X
CMI-384 Pre-Field Inter-Cultural
Internship X X X X X
CMI-385 Inter-Cultural Internship X X X X X X X X X X
CMI-418 Art of Ministry X X X X X
CMI-434 Short-Term Missions X X X
CMI-444 Inter-Cultural Strategy for
21st Century X X X
CMI-470 Readings in Chr. Ministries As Needed
CMI-480 Current Issues/Critical
Concerns As Needed
CMI-481 Counseling Families in
Ministry X X X X X
CMI-490 Independent Study As Needed
GRK-101 Greek Grammar I X X X X X
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Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
GRK-102 Greek Grammar II X X X X X
GRK-201 Semantic Analysis I X X X X X
GRK-202 Semantic Analysis II X X X X X
GRK-336 Septuagint Studies As Needed
GRK-471 Readings in Greek X X X X X X X X X X
GRK-480 Advanced Topics Sem:
Greek As Needed
GRK-490 Independent Studies in
Greek As Needed
HEB-101 Hebrew I X X X
HEB-102
Hebrew II X X X
HEB-470 Readings in Hebrew As Needed
HEB-480 Advanced Topics Seminar:
Hebrew As Needed
HEB-490 Independent Studies in
Greek As Needed
REL-103 Biblical Hermeneutics X X X X X
REL-104 Old Testament Literature
and History X X X X X X X X X
REL-130 Old Testament Literature for
BRM Majors X X X X X
REL-204 New Testament Literature
and History X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
REL-236 New Testament Literature &
History for BRM Majors X X X X X
REL-243 The Inter-Cultural Mandate X X X X X X X X X X
REL-313 Religion in America
REL-315 Religions of the World X
REL-330 Mosaic Literature X X X X X
REL-333 Wisdom Literature X X
REL-334 Prophetic Literature X X X
REL-335 Pauline Literature X X
REL-338 Dead Sea Scrolls & Second
Temple Judaism X X X
REL-339 Gospel Literature X X X X X
REL-342 Philosophy of Religion X X
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Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
REL-352 Christian Theology X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
REL-354 Theology I X X X X X
REL-356 Theology II X X X X X
REL-357 Old Testament History &
Theology X X X X X
REL-358 New Testament History &
Theology X X X X X
REL-380 Internship As Needed
REL-414 Islam X X
REL-431 The Gospel of Luke X
REL-433 History & Religions of the Ancient Near East
X X
REL-436 Revelation
REL-437 Acts of the Apostles X X
REL-438 Seminar in Romans X X
REL-441 Apologetics X X X X X
REL-470 Directed Readings As Needed
REL-480 Advanced Topics Bible
Seminar As Needed
REL-481 Thesis Project I As Needed
REL-482 Thesis Project II As Needed
REL-490 Independent Study As Needed
SOC-352 Inter-Cultural Comm. X X
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Division of Business
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
ACC-221 Accounting I X X X X X
ACC-222 Accounting II X X X X X
ACC-321 Intermediate Accounting I X X X X X
ACC-322 Intermediate Accounting II X X X X X
ACC-327 Taxation X X X X X
ACC-331 Cost Accounting X X
ACC-332 Accounting Information
Systems X X X
ACC-380 Internship As Needed
ACC-421 Advanced Accounting X X
ACC-423 Auditing X X X
BUS-211 Business Statistics X X X X X X X X X X
BUS-213 Business Communications X X X X X X X X X X
BUS-215 International Business
Experience X X X X X X X X X X
BUS-236 Students in Free Enterprise X X X X X X X X X X
BUS-241 Personal Financial Planning X X X X X
BUS-280 Topics in Business As Needed
BUS-317 International Business X X X X X
BUS-337 Quantitative Methods As Needed
BUS-361 Business Law X X X X X X X X X X
BUS-380 Internship As Needed
BUS-411 Cross-Cultural Business As Needed
BUS-470 Directed Readings in
Business As Needed
BUS-480 Advanced Topics in
Business As Needed
BUS-490 Independent Study As Needed
CSC-112 Intro. Spreadsheets As Needed
CSC-113 Intermediate Spreadsheets As Needed
21
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
CSC-116 Intro. to Data Management As Needed
CSC-121 Intro. to Programming As Needed
CSC-151 Hardware and Software
Concepts As Needed
CSC-221 Visual Basic As Needed
CSC-222 Intro to Web Development As Needed
CSC-380 Internship As Needed
CSC-470 Directed Readings As Needed
CSC-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
CSC-490 Independent Study As Needed
ECN-215 International Business
Experience X X X X X X X X X X
ECN-231 Macroeconomics X X X X X
ECN-232 Microeconomics X X X X X
ECN-321 Managerial Economics
X X
ECN-331 Research in Economics As Needed
ECN-334 Money & Banking X X
ECN-335 International Economics X X X
ECN-380 Internship As Needed
ECN-460 Entertainment Industries As Needed
FIN-341 Principles of Finance X X X X X
FIN-342 Corporate Finance X X X X X
FIN-371 Investments X X X X X
FIN-372 Securities Brokerage X X
FIN-373 Real Estate Management &
Investment X X X
FIN-374 Insurance & Risk
Management X X X
FIN-376 Management of Financial
Institutions X X
22
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
FIN-380 Internship As Needed
MGT-100 Intro to Leadership X X X X X
MGT-215 Intro to Sports Management X X X X X
MGT-221 Intro to Non-Profit
Administration X X X X X
MGT-231 Principles of Management X X X X X X X X X X
MGT-238 Principles of Leadership X X X X X
MGT-270 Leadership Readings As Needed
MGT-330 Human Resources MGT
for Non-Profits X X X
MGT-332 Human Resources
Management X X X X X
MGT-333 Operations
Management X X X X X
MGT-334 Purchasing Procedure As Needed
MGT-335 Organizational Behavior X X X X X
MGT-336 Project Management X X X X X
MGT-337 Entrepreneurship X X X
MGT-338 Advanced Leadership
Studies X X X
MGT-339 International Management X X
MGT-341 Fund Development X X X
MGT-343 Non-Profit Law/Governance X X
MGT-361 Sports Media Relations &
Event Management X X X
MGT-364 Sport in Society X X X
MGT-380 Internship As Needed
MGT-432 Strategic Management X X X X X
MGT-434 Organizational Development
& Change As Needed
MKT-251 Principles of Marketing X X X X X X X X X X
MKT-350 Marketing Management X X X X X
MKT-352 Marketing Research X X X
MKT 353 Marketing Communication X X X X X
MKT-355 Retailing X X
23
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
MKT-357 Consumer Behavior X X X
MKT-358 Sales Management X X
MKT-359 International Marketing X X X
MKT-362 Sports Marketing & Sales X X
MKT-380 Internship As Needed
MKT-452 Marketing Problems &
Strategies X X X X X
Dubai Study Abroad X X X
Netherlands Study Abroad X X X X X X X
24
Communication & Media Division
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
COM-112 Communication in Culture X X X X X X X X X X
COM-161 Introduction to Public
Relations X X X X X
COM-212 Interpersonal
Communication X X X X X X X X X X
COM-241 Introduction to Oral
Interpretation X X X X X
COM-262 Advertising Principles X X X X X
COM-311 Intercultural Communication X X X X X X X X X X
COM-315 Communication Theory X X X X X
COM-321 Group Communication X X X X X
COM-322 Adv. Public Speaking X X X X X
COM-324 Argumentation & Debate X X X
COM-325 Rhetorical Criticism X X
COM-326 Organizational Communication
X X
COM-361 Advertising Practices X X X X X
COM-362 Public Relations Campaigns X X
COM-363 Media Relations X X X
COM-364 Special Events & Promotions X X X
COM-365 Writing for Public Relations X X X
COM-369 Comm. Research Methods X X X X X
COM-380 Internship As Needed
COM-400 Senior Seminar X X X X X X X X X X
COM-490 Independent Study As Needed
DAN-129 Beginning Dance X X X X X X X X X X
DAN/KIN-181
Modern Dance I X X
DAN/KIN-183
Jazz Dance I X X X
25
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
DAN/KIN-184
Jazz Dance II X X X
DAN/KIN-185
Fundamentals of Ballet X X X
DAN/KIN 186
Broadway Dance X X
DAN/KIN-187
Fundamentals of Tap Dance X X X
JRN-201 News Writing &
Reporting I X X X X X X X X X X
JRN-202 News Writing &
Reporting II X X X X X
JRN-213 Print/Web Media Graphics X X X X X
JRN261/ PHO-261
The Herald/ Photography Practicum
X X X X X X X X X X
JRN-313 Feature Writing X X X X X
JRN-318 Editing Books, Magazines, Newspapers Online
X X X X X
JRN-320 Sports Writing X X X X X
JRN-321 Editorial, Columns,
Opinion Writing X X X X X
JRN-380 Journalism Internship As Needed
JRN-400 Senior Seminar X X X X X X X X X X
JRN-401 Mass Media Ethics, History,
Law X X X X X
JRN-402 Reporting Public Affairs X X X X X
JRN-490 Independent Study As Needed
MDA-121 Introduction to Electronic
Media X X X X X
MDA-161 AV Tech. Production X X X X X
MDA-232 Film A - Z X X X X X
MDA-250 Writing for Film X X X X X
MDA-252 Film Industry Intensive
Experience X X X X X
MDA-254 Film History X X X X X
MDA-255 Basic Film Editing X X X
MDA-261 Audio Production I X X X X X
MDA-262 Live Sound Production X X X X X
26
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
MDA-271 Video Production I X X X X X
MDA-272 Deconstructing Popular
Music Production X X X X X
MDA-281 Audio Production II X X X X X
MDA-282 Video Production II X X X X X
MDA-318 Writing for Electronic Media X X X X X
MDA-319 Mass Media Literacy X X X X X
MDA-337 Creativity Video Production X X
MDA-352 Faith, Film & Culture X X
MDA-353 Producing for Film X X X
MDA-354 Announcing & Reporting X X
MDA-355 Media History, Business, &
Ethics X X X X X
MDA-356 Corporate Video Production X X X
MDA-357 Dramatic Video Production X X X X X
MDA-358 Documentary Video
Production X X X X X
MDA-359 Multi-Camera Studio
Production X X
MDA-362 Radio Production X X X
MDA-363 Audio for Post Production X X
MDA-372 Music Video Production X X X
MDA-375 Deconstructing Cinema X X X X X
MDA-376 Intermediate Screen Writing X X
MDA-377 Illusions of Light X X X
MDA-379 Cornerstone University Production Company
X X X X X X X X X X
MDA-381 Mixing and Mastering X X X X X
MDA-382 Music Producing I X X X X X
MDA-461 Cornerstone Student Radio
Station I X X X
MDA-463 Cornerstone Student Radio
Station II X X
MDA-484 Music Production II X X X X X
MDA-486 Cornerstone Music Co. X X X X X
27
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
MDA-490 Independent Study As Needed
PHO-235 Principles of Visual Communications
X X X X X
PHO-236 Intro to Digital Photography X X X X X X X X X X
PHO-238 Documentary Photography X X X X X
PHO-261 JRN-261
Photography Practicum/ The Herald
X X X X X X X X X X
PHO-301 Color Photography X X X X X
PHO-302 Photo Editing X X X X X
PHO-303 Photography Studio
Techniques X X X X X
PHO-404 Seminar in Photography X X X X X
THR/KIN 188
Fight Choreography X X
THR-242 Introduction to Theatre X X X X X X X X X X
THR-245 Music Theatre Performance I X X X X X
THR-248 Theatre Production Lab I X X X X X X X X X X
THR-249 Theatre Practicum X X
THR-340 Principles of Acting X X X X X
THR-341 Stage Construction & Design X X
THR-342 Theatre History I – to 1850 X X X
THR-343 Acting & Directing
Shakespeare X X
THR-344 Stagecraft, Production &
Management X X
THR-346 Contemporary American
Theatre X X X
THR-347 Theatre History II –
since 1850 X X X
THR-348 Theatre Production Lab II X X X X X X X X X X
THR-490 Independent Study As Needed
THR-380 Internship As Needed
THR-441 Play Directing X X
THR-445 Advanced Acting X X
THR-447 Advanced Directing X X X
28
Humanities Division
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
ARB-101 Introductory Arabic I As Needed
ARB-102 Introductory Arabic II As Needed
ARB-201 Intermediate Arabic I As Needed
ARB-202 Intermediate Arabic II As Needed
ENG-098 Personalized Writing
Seminar X X X X X X X X X X
ENG-099 Basic Writing X X X X X
ENG-114 College Composition X X X X X X X X X X
ENG-212 Writing in Culture X X X X X X X X X X
ENG-223 Intro. to Literature X X X X X
ENG-224 World and Literature X X X X X
ENG-226 Intro to Creative Writing X X X X X X X X X X
ENG-315 Poetry Writing X X X
ENG-316 Fiction Writing X X X X
ENG-317 Creative Non-Fiction X X X
ENG-319 Advanced Grammar X X X X X
ENG-321 Children’s Literature X X X X X
ENG-322 The Practice of Criticism As Needed
ENG-323 Adolescent Literature X X X X X
ENG-324 Literary Modernism(s):
Anglo-American Lit of Early 20th C
X X X
ENG-326 Contemporary Literature X X X
ENG-328 Selected Authors and Eras X X X X X X X X X X
ENG-334 American Renaissance in the
19th Century X X X X
ENG-342 British Romantic & Victorian
Literature X X X
ENG-344 British Literature to 1700 X X X
ENG-347 Religious Authors As Needed
ENG-353 (LIN-353)
Linguistic History of the English Language
X X X X X
29
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
ENG-361 (HIS-361)
Holocaust Literature As Needed
ENG-364 Writers and Styles X X X
ENG-380 Internship As Needed
ENG-463 (COM-463)
Secondary Language Arts Methods
X X X X X
ENG-4XX Advanced Writing Workshop X X X X X
ENG-470 Directed Readings As Needed
ENG-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
ENG-490 Independent Study As Needed
FRN-101 Elementary French I As Needed
FRN-102 Elementary French II As Needed
FRN-201 Intermediate French I As Needed
FRN-202 Intermediate French II As Needed
GER-101 Introductory German I As Needed
GER-102 Introductory German II As Needed
HIS-113 World Civilization I X X X X X
HIS-114 World Civilization II X X X X X X X X X X
HIS-115 American Studies X X X X X
HIS-211 Michigan History X X
HIS-221 U.S. History I X X X X X
HIS-222 U.S. History II X X X X X
HIS-321 American Colonial X X
HIS-324 20th Century Am. History X X X
HIS-327 History of American Foreign
Relations X X X
HIS-332 The Classical World:
Greece & Rome X X X
HIS-338 Second Temple Judaism & the Dead Sea Scrolls
X X X
HIS-340 Tudor-Stuart Britain
1489-1714 X X
HIS-341 Medieval History X X
HIS-342 Renaissance & Reformation X X
30
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
HIS-343 Early Modern Europe X X
HIS-345 Europe: 1815- Present X X X
HIS-346 Britain: 1688-Present X X X
HIS-361 (ENG-361)
Holocaust Literature As Needed
HIS-362 Latin American History X X
HIS-380 Internship As Needed
HIS-432 History & Religions of the
Ancient Near East X X
HIS-451 Historiography I X X X X
HIS-452 Historiography II X X X X X
HIS-470 Readings in History As Needed
HIS-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
HIS-490 Independent Studies As Needed
HUM-382 Humanities Seminar X X X X X
HUM-421 Creative Endeavors X X X
HUM-482 Thesis X X X X X X X X
IDS-101 Creativity, Innovation & Problem Solving
IDS-103 CU Foundations I
IDS-104 CU Foundations II
IDS-111 Honors Seminar X X X X X X X X X X
IDS-311 Imagination in Culture X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
LAT-101 Elementary Latin I As Needed
LAT-102 Elementary Latin II As Needed
31
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
LAT-201 Intermediate Latin I As Needed
LAT-202 Intermediate Latin II As Needed
LIN-100 Language and Culture X X X X X
LIN-225 Introduction to Linguistics X X X X X
LIN-353 (ENG-353)
Linguistic History of the English Language
X X X X X
LIN-371 Second Language
Acquisition X X X
LIN-372 Sociolinguistics X X
LIN-380 Internship As Needed
LIN-460 Selected Linguists As Needed
LIN-465 (SPA/EDU-
465)
Methods of Teaching a Foreign Language
X X X X X
LIN-470 Directed Readings As Needed
LIN-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
LIN-489 (ENG-489)
TESOL Practicum As Needed
LIN-490 Independent Study As Needed
PHI-211 Philosophy in Culture X X X X X X X X X X
PHI-213 Plato & Aristotle X X X
PHI-215 Augustine & Aquinas X X X
PHI-311 Modern Political Philosophy X X
PHI-353 Philosophical Ethics X X
PHI-380 Internship As Needed
PHI-411 Selected Thinkers X X X X X
PHI-413 Globalization & Localization X X X
PHI-470 Directed Readings As Needed
PHI-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
PHI-490 Independent Study As Needed
SPA-101 Elementary Spanish I X X X X X
SPA-102 Elementary Spanish II X X X X X
SPA-201 Intermediate Spanish I As Needed
32
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
SPA-202 Intermediate Spanish II As Needed
SPA-231 Business Spanish As Needed
SPA-311 Advanced Spanish Conversation
X X X X X
SPA-319 Advanced Composition &
Grammar X X X X X
SPA-332 Spanish Translation As Needed
SPA-380 Internship As Needed
SPA-411 Intro. to Hispanic Literature X X X X X
SPA-412 Spanish Civilization &
Culture X X X X X
SPA-465 (LIN/EDU
465)
Methods of Teaching a Foreign Language
X X X X X
SPA-470 Readings in Spanish As Needed
SPA-490 Independent Study As Needed
SSC-161 World Geography X X X
SSC-211 American Government X X X X X
SSC-262 Geography of North America X X
SSC-312 World Affairs X X X X X
SSC-451 (HIS-451)
Social Studies Research I X X X X
SSC-452 (HIS-452)
Social Studies Research II X X X X X
SSC-464 Secondary Social Studies
Methods X X X X X
33
Kinesiology, Science, & Mathematics Division
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
BIO-111 Intro. to Bio. Science X X X X X X X X X X
BIO-151 General Biology X X X
X X X X X X X
BIO-225 Botany X X X X X
BIO-233 Zoology X X X X X
BIO-241 Anatomy & Phys. I X X X X X
BIO-242 Anatomy & Phy. II X X X X X
BIO-331 Ornithology X X X
BIO/KIN-341
Anatomical Kinesiology X X X X X
BIO-342 Exercise Physiology
(BIO/KIN 342) X X X X X
BIO-347 Intro. to Nutrition
(BIO/KIN 347) X X X X X
BIO-351 Genetics X X X X X
BIO-352 Microbiology X X
BIO-400 Bioethics & Argument.
Theory X X X X X
BIO-431 Vertebrate Zoology X X X
BIO-451 Molecular Biology X X X X X
CHM-111 Prin. of Gen. Chem. X X X X X
CHM-121 General Chemistry I X X X X X
CHM-122 General Chemistry II X X X X X
CHM-212 Principles of Org. Chem. &
Bio. Chemistry X X X X X
CHM-230 Organic Chemistry I Lab X X X X X
CHM-231 Organic Chemistry I X X X X X
CHM-232 Organic Chemistry II X X X X X
CHM-233 Organic Chemistry II Lab X X X X X
CHM-411 Perspectives in Chemistry X X
34
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
CHM-472 Biochemistry X X X
ECO-241 Environ. Science X X X X
ECO-341 Ecology X X X
ECO-342 Field Biology As Needed
ECO-442 Adv. Field Studies
Florida: J-Term every 6th year starting w/J-Term 2015 Grand Canyon: J-Term every 6th year starting with J-Term 2017
Ireland Ecology: Summer 2012, 2014, 2016 Winter Field Ecology: J-term 2014
Yellowstone Trip: Every 6th year in the spring starting with SP 2013
KIN-100 Foundations of Wellness X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-111 Badminton X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-113 Golf X X X X X
KIN-115 Tennis X X X X X
KIN-116 Racquetball X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-119 Downhill Skiing/Snow
Boarding X X X X X
KIN-121 Outdoor Skills
KIN-123 Beginning Fencing X X X X X
KIN-124 Pickleball X X X X X
KIN-126 Intermediate Racquetball
KIN-127 Intro. to Martial Arts X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-129 Beginning Dance X X X X X
KIN-132 Coed Soccer X X X X X
KIN-133 Volleyball X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-143 Jogging X X X X X
KIN-146 Physical Conditioning X X X X X
KIN-147 PE for Class Teachers X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-148 Weight Training X X X X X X X X X X
KIN/DAN-181
Modern Dance I X X
35
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
KIN/DAN- 183
Jazz Dance I X X
KIN/DAN-184
Jazz Dance II X X
KIN/DAN-185
Fundamentals of Ballet X X X
KIN/DAN-186
Broadway Dance X X
KIN/DAN-187
Fundamentals of Tap Dance X X X
KIN/THR-188
Fight Choreography X X
KIN-211 History of Prin. of PE X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-231 Principles of Coaching X X X X X
KIN-243 Strategies for Teaching PE
K-12 X X X X X
KIN-251 Motor Dev. & Learning
X X X X X
KIN-280 Special Topics As Needed
KIN/BIO-341
Anatomical Kinesiology X X X X X
KIN/BIO-342
Exercise Physiology X X X X X
KIN-344 Adapted Physical Ed. X X X X X
KIN/BIO-347
Introduction to Nutrition X X X X X
KIN-357 PE in Pre & Elem Schools X X X
KIN-359 PE in Secondary Schools X X
KIN-362 First Aid & Injury Prevention X X X X X
KIN-370 Practicum in Coaching X X X X X X
KIN-380 Internship As Needed
KIN-400 Professional Capstone
Seminar X X X X X
KIN-401 Professional Capstone Seminar: Ethics in PE
X X X X X
36
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
KIN-441 Organization & Admin. X X
KIN-442 Measurement & Evaluation X X X X X
KIN-461 Competitive
Skill/Performance X X X X X X X X X X
KIN-470 Readings in PE
KIN-480 Advanced Topics
KIN-490 Independent Study
MAT-096 Pre-Algebra X X X X X
MAT-107 Algebra X X X X X X X X X X
MAT-110 College Math X X X X X X X X X X
MAT-121 College Algebra X X X X X
MAT-122 Trigonometry X X X X X
MAT-131 Calculus I X X X X X
MAT-132 Calculus II X X X X X
MAT-151 Statistics X X X X X
MAT-233 Differ. Equations X X X
MAT-234 Multivariate Calculus X X X
MAT-241 Applied Linear Algebra X X X X X
MAT-243 Discrete Mathematics X X X X X
MAT-245 Mathematical Proofs X X X X X
MAT-252 Computer Statistics X X
MAT-312 Elementary Math Methods X X X X X X X X X X
MAT-333 Real Analysis X X X
MAT-341 Modern Algebra X X
MAT-380 Internship As Needed
MAT-400 Geometry & the History of
Mathematical Sciences X X X X X
37
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
MAT-470 Readings in Math As Needed
MAT-471 Sec. Math Methods X X X X X
MAT-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
MAT-490 Independent Study As Needed
PHY-211 General Physics I X X X X X
PHY-212 General Physics II X X X X X
SCI-201 Integrated Science for Elem.
Teachers X X X X X X X X X X
SCI-211 Science of Music X X X X X
SCI-213 Quantitative Reasoning X X X X
SCI-261 Astronomy X X X X X
SCI-262 Geology X X X X X
SCI-263 Atmosphere & Weather X X X X X
SCI-311 Science in Culture
X X X X X X X X X X
SCI-361 Evolution & Origins X X X X X
SCI-380 Internship As Needed
SCI-400 Integrated Science Capstone X X
SCI-423 Neuroscience X X
SCI-465 Sec. Science Methods X X X X X
SCI-470 Readings/Science As Needed
SCI-480 Adv. Topics As Needed
SCI-490 Independent Study As Needed
SCI-495 Senior Research Project &
Seminar X X X X X
38
Music Division
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
MUA-XXX
Applied Music (All orchestral instruments, piano, organ, vocal, &
composition
X X X X X X X X X X
MUP-XXX Performance Ensembles X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-099 Music Convocation X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-113 Aural Perception I X X X X X
MUS-114 Aural Perception II X X X X X
MUS-117 Music Theory I X X X X X
MUS-118 Music Theory II X X X X X
MUS-143 Class Piano I X X X X X
MUS-144 Class Piano II X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-161 Vocal Fundamentals X X X
MUS-165 Guitar Fundamentals X X X
MUS-171 Intro. to Music Technology X X X X X
MUS-213 Aural Perception III X X X X X
MUS-214 Aural Perception IV X X X X X
MUS-217 Music Theory III X X X X X
MUS-218 Music Theory IV X X X X X
MUS-221 Music History and Lit. I X X X X X
MUS-222 Music History and Lit. II X X X X X
MUS-225 Music History and Lit. III X X X X X
MUS-243 Class Piano III X X X X X
MUS-244 Class Piano IV X X X X X
MUS-251 Basic Conducting X X X X X
MUS-253 Diction I X X X
MUS-254 Music for Elem. Teachers X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-255 Diction II X X X
MUS-280 Topics in Music As Needed
39
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
MUS-291 Brass Methods X X
MUS-292 Woodwind Methods X X X
MUS-293 Percussion Methods X X
MUS-294 String Methods X X X
MUS-311 Counterpoint X X
MUS-314 Orchestration & Arranging X X
MUS-315 Song Writing X X X
MUS-317 Keyboard Harmony X X X X X X
MUS-326 Non-Western Music X X X
MUS-334 Music & Worship X X
MUS-337 Church Music Methods
& Materials X X X
MUS-340 Junior Recital X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-352 Adv. Conducting: Choral X X X
MUS-353 Adv. Conducting: Instr. X X X
MUS-371 Sequencing X X X
MUS-380 Internship As Needed
MUS-382 Music Teacher Assistant Practicum
X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-411 Form & Analysis X X
MUS-432 Pedagogy - Vocal X X
MUS-432 Pedagogy - Piano X X
MUS-432 Pedagogy - Guitar X X
MUS-432 Pedagogy - Instrumental X X
MUS-440 Senior Recital X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-441 Senior Recital Project X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-442 Special Recital X X X X X X X X X X
MUS-450 Music Methods: Middle &
High School X X
MUS-457 Music Methods: Elementary X X X
MUS-460 Music Business X X
MUS-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
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Social Sciences Division
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
FAM-211 Introduction to Relationships X X X X X
FAM-332 The Ecology of Family
Interaction X X X X X
FAM-346 Child Welfare X X X X X
FAM-451 Marriage & Family
Counseling X X X X X
FAM-453 Integrated Statistics/
Research I X X X X X
FAM-454 Integrated Statistics/
Research II X X X X X
PSY-111 General Psychology X X X X X X X X X X
PSY-232 Developmental Psy K-12 X X X X X
PSY-237 Child Psychology X X X X X
PSY-238 Adolescent Psychology X X X X X
PSY-239 Adult Psychology X X X X X
PSY-322 Theories of Personality X X X X X
PSY-343 Psychology of Learning X X X X X
PSY-346/ FAM-346
Child Welfare X X X X X
PSY-351 Social Psychology X X X X X
PSY-353 Abnormal Psychology X X X X X
PSY-362 Sports Psychology X X X
PSY-380 Internship As Needed
PSY-400 Senior Seminar X X X X X
PSY-421 Theories of Counseling X X X X X
PSY-422 Systems of Psychology X X X X X
PSY-441 Physiological Psychology X X X X X
PSY-443 Play Therapy X X
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Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
PSY-444 Art Therapy X X X
PSY-453 Integrated Statistics/
Research I X X X X X
PSY-454 Integrated Statistics/
Research II X X X X
PSY-470 Readings in Psychology As Needed
PSY-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
PSY-490 Independent Study As Needed
SOC-111 Intro. to Sociology X X X X X X X X X X
SOC-243 Social Problems X X X X X
SOC-321 Social Theory
SOC-342 Substance Abuse X
SOC-346 SWK-346
Child Welfare X X X X X
SOC-351 COM-321
Sociology/Small Groups X
SOC-352 COM-311
Inter-Cultural Communication
X X X
SOC-353 Social Psychology X X X X X
SOC-380 Internship As Needed
SOC-400 Senior Seminar As Needed
SOC-417 Minorities X X X X X
SOC-432 The Family X X X X X
SOC-441 Gerontology X X
SOC-453 Integrated Statistics/
Research I X X X X X
SOC-454 Integrated Statistics/
Research II X X X X
SOC-470 Readings in Sociology As Needed
SOC-480 Advanced Topics Seminar As Needed
SOC-490 Independent Study As Needed
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Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
SWK-111 Intro. to Social Work X X X X X X X X X X
SWK-221 Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
X X X X X
SWK-222 Human Behavior II X X X X X
SWK-311 Social Welfare Policy X X X X X X
SWK-331 Social Work Practice I: Individuals & Families
X X X X X
SWK-332 Social Work Practice II:
Groups X X X X X
SWK-333 Social Work Practice III: Comm. & Organizations
X X X X X
SWK-344 Substance Abuse X X
SWK-346 Child Welfare
X X X X X
SWK-417 Human Diversity X X X X X
SWK-441 Gerontology X X
SWK-450 Field Practicum X X X X
SWK-451 Field Practicum Seminar X X X X
SWK-453 Integrated Statistics/
Research I X X X X X
SWK-454 Integrated Statistics/
Research II X X X X X
SWK 460 Field Practicum X X X X
SWK 461 Field Practicum Seminar X X X X
SWK-462 Senior Seminar X X X X X
SWK-470 Directed Readings As Needed
SWK-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
SWK-490 Independent Study As Needed
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Teacher Education Division
Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
EDU-230 Principles & Philosophy of
Education X X X X X X X X X
EDU-231 School Observation
Practicum X X X X X X X X X
EDU-233 Intro. to Special Ed. & the
Exceptional Learner X X X X X
EDU-234 Emerging Educational Models in Special Ed.
X X X X X
EDU-243 Art for Elementary
Classroom Teachers X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-262 Computers & Technology in
Education X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-333 Early Childhood Curriculum X X X X X
EDU-335 Theories & Methods of Learning Disabilities
X X X X X
EDU-338 Assessment & Diagnosis for
Learning Disabilities X X X X X
EDU-342 Dev. Read./Lang. Arts Methods
X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-344 Content Area Literacy X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-346 Reading & Writing in the
Content Area (K-8) X X X X X
EDU-352 Pre-Primary Meth./Materials X X X X X
EDU-363 Diverse Populations &
Differentiated Inst. X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-371 Young Child & Community X X X X X
EDU-372 Assessing & Teaching the
Young Child X X X X X
EDU-381 Educational Psychology X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-382 Teacher Assistant Program X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-430 Directed Teaching Seminar X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-431 Admin./Supervision of Early
Childhood Programs X X X X X
EDU-432 Current Issues in Learning
Disabilities Education X X X X X
EDU-434 Practicum in Learning
Disabilities X X X X X
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Course No.
Course Title
FA 12
J 13
SP 13
FA 13
J 14
SP 14
FA 14
J 15
SP 15
FA 15
J 16
SP 16
FA 16
J 17
SP 17
EDU-441 Assessing Early Literacy X X X X X
EDU-443 Severe Reading Problems X X X X X
EDU-445 Assessing & Correcting
Reading Problems X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-450 Elem. Science Methods X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-453 Secondary Biology
Practicum As Needed
EDU-460 Elem. Social Studies
Methods X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-465 Methods of Teaching a Foreign Language
X X X X X
EDU-466 Secondary Journalism
Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-467 Secondary Speech
Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-468 Secondary Psychology
Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-469 Secondary Chemistry
Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-470 Directed Readings As Needed
EDU-480 Advanced Topics As Needed
EDU-481 Field Experience: Early Childhood
X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-482 Elem. Directed Teaching
Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-483 Elem. Directed Teaching
Prac./Cross Cultural X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-484 Secondary Directed
Teaching Practicum X X X X X X X X
EDU-485 Sec. Directed Teaching
Practicum/Cross Cultural X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-486 K-12 Directed Teaching
Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-487 K-12 Directed Teaching
Practicum/Cross Cultural X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-488 Advanced Practicum in
Teaching Education X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-489 Teaching Eng. as a Second
Language Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
EDU-490 Independent Study As Needed
EDU-491 Music Directed Teaching
Practicum X X X X X X X X X X
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Program Planning Form Graduation Worksheet (Alternative: Use Program Evaluation in WebAdvisor to take this information)
Name ______________________________________ Catalog Used ___________
Major ______________________________________ Total Credits ___________
Minor ______________________________________ Total Credits ___________ Minor ______________________________________ Total Credits ___________ Core Requirements
Course Credits
Major
Course Credits
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Minor
Course Credits
Minor #2 (if desired)
Course Credits
Educational Professional Program
Elementary Secondary Credits
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Changes/Substitutions Approval In File?
Credits in progress
Credits next semester
Credits the following semester
Learning Center credits (not counted toward graduation)
TOTAL CREDITS
Cumulative GPA (2.0 needed)
Major GPA (2.5 needed)
Minor GPA (2.0 needed)
12 hours in major at Cornerstone
32 hours overall at Cornerstone
24 of last 33 hours at Cornerstone
64 hours at Cornerstone for bachelor honor graduates
List all program changes made in consultation with your advisor. These changes must have approval recorded with the Registrar’s office to be valid.
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4 – Year Planning Guide (or see Divisions for pre-estabished 4 yr.
plans)
Student Name: ___________________________ Student # ______ Advisor: ___________________________
Major: _________________________________ Minor: ____________________________
Freshman Year 1st Semester Freshman Year 2nd Semester
Course Credits Course Credits
Total Credits Total Credits
Sophomore Year 1st Semester Sophomore Year 2nd Semester
Course Credits Course Credits
Total Credits Total Credits
Junior Year 1st Semester Junior Year 2nd Semester
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Course Credits Course Credits
Total Credits Total Credits
Senior Year 1st Semester Senior Year 2nd Semester
Course Credits Course Credits
Total Credits Total Credits
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Frequently Asked Questions Class Standing Q: How many credit hours do I need to be a Sophomore, Junior, Senior? A: Freshman 1-25 semester hours Sophomore 26-57 semester hours
Junior 58-89 semester hours Senior 90 or more semester hours
Education Program Q: Why are there no majors in Elementary or Secondary Education? A: Because of state requirements regarding the granting of Bachelors degrees. The state of Michigan requires
that students in education programs major in approved content areas. Q: Compared to the core requirements for other programs, the core requirements for Elementary and
Secondary Education are different. Do students have to take an additional course or courses if they enter or leave the Education Program?
A: Yes, under normal conditions.
Financial Aid Q: Can I take classes concurrently at Cornerstone and other institutions to total up to a full-time load
and get full-time student aid? A: No. For further explanation contact Student Financial Services. Q: How much financial aid will I lose if I drop a course or courses? A: If and how much financial aid you lose depends on the number of credits you are dropping, whether you
retain full-time status or drop to part-time status, and if you drop before, during, or after the drop-add or refund period. Before dropping your class or classes, contact Student Financial Services to determine the financial consequences of the contemplated change.
Graduation Q: Can I walk at graduation and complete my last few hours in the summer? A: It is possible but not encouraged. Students may march in May commencement ceremonies only if:
▪ they have six or fewer hours to complete to graduate ▪ they have an approved plan for completion of outstanding degree requirements by August 15 in the same year following the May commencement ▪ they have a completed and approved Academic Policy Exception form (per Deans' Council decision, March 15, 2000)
Q: What GPA do I need to graduate? What GPA do I need in my major? A: You need a cumulative GPA of 2.0, 2.5 in your major, and 2.0 in your minor. See individual programs in your
catalog, such as Teacher Education, for further discussion of GPA requirements. Q: Do remedial courses count toward the 120 or 129 completed hours for graduation? A: No. Remedial credits do appear on the transcript, however are not included in Program Evaluation which
calculates all requirements for graduation. Q: How do students track graduation requirements? A: Program Evaluation (formerly known as degree audit) is available through WebAdvisor. (CU Eagle’s -
Quick Links – WebAdvisor)
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Junior Writing Program Q: Do all students need to complete the Jr. Writing Portfolio requirement? A: Students who enrolled the fall of 2006 or after must complete the requirement. Q. Where can I find information about the Jr. Writing Portfolio requirement? A. Information is included in your catalog under the section on Academic Information. Q. Do I have to register for the Jr. Writing Portfolio? A. No, as you reach junior status (58 credits), the Registrar’s office will automatically register you for the
English Jr. Writing Portfolio. At that time, you will be given access to the course in Odyssey where you can find specific information about what papers are required and instructions on how to submit your portfolio.
Music Program Q: Is it acceptable to take Music Theory I (MUS-117) and Aural Perception I (MUS-113) in separate
semesters since they are separate courses? A: No. These courses must be taken concurrently, as stated in the current catalog. Material is coordinated
between the classes, and prerequisites also require that these courses be taken concurrently so you will not fall behind in the degree program.
Q: Is it acceptable to take a semester break from a large ensemble, applied lessons, Music
Convocation, or piano? A: No. All degrees require students to participate in one of the three large ensembles (MUP-X01, -X11,-X21)
every semester. Likewise, students must also take applied lessons and Music Convocation every semester. Students must continue enrollment in piano courses until they pass they keyboard proficiency exam.
Overlapping Requirements Q: What do I do if my major and minor overlap; i.e., they have some of the same courses? A: If your major and minor overlap, you will need to take additional courses to fulfill the requirements for the
major and/or the minor. The only exception to this is the Business Division which does allow double counting of Business courses between programs. Counting across divisional boundaries is in transition. Some obvious exclusions include Business Administration Major/Business Administration Minor, Accounting Major/Accounting Minor. The Business Division has allowed double counting of the 30 business core hours so that students may take multiple majors/emphases. Some additional double counting can occur when a specific course is listed in multiple majors. Examples include: Systems Analysis (Accounting and CIS), some of the International courses (International Management and International Marketing). Also if a student carefully designs the internship experience it may also be double counted. Regardless, the student still needs 129 unique semester hours. In spite of the overlap, the programs still meet state requirements for total hours in the major and minor.
Physical Education Credit Q: Do varsity sports or military service count for physical education credit? A: A maximum of two credits will be awarded for participation in two different varsity sports or two years of
active duty or four years reserve duty of military service. These credits will be allowed as physical education electives only. They may not be used to fulfill any part of the three-hour general education requirements. Persons with military experience, described above, must take KIN 149 (Principles of Wellness).
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Prerequisites Q: What should a professor do when students show up for class without having taken the prerequisite
for that class? A: There are several possible responses. One would be to ask follow-up questions of the student. There
might be an appropriate reason (i.e. took course at another college which would fulfill the pre-req but transcript is not here, received permission from appropriate people to take course and pre-req at the same time, etc.). Another would be to try to assess whether the student is academically ready for the advanced class. The term ―prerequisite‖ means ―required as a prior condition to something,‖ and although the professor may assume the right to dismiss the student from the class, in the absence of explicit policy, it is probably better to proceed with caution.
Repeating Classes Q: What courses do I have to repeat? A: Any course in your core, major, minor, or program which you fail. Also COM -112 and ENG-212 (PSY-232 -
Teacher Ed. majors only), & all EDU courses must be repeated if you get a grade lower than C-. (See Repeat Policy on Page 9).
Scheduling Concerns Q: “Do I have to take...?” or slight variants such as “How many credits of.... do I need?” A: It depends on the program. Check the catalog. Q: Can I take courses here that are not in the schedule? A: Yes, you can take independent studies or directed readings if you meet the class standing and GPA
requirements and have a supervisor with whom to work. Contact your advisor first. Independent studies or directed readings should not be scheduled for courses which are in the Cornerstone University undergraduate catalog.
Relatedly, you may take courses off-campus with a guest student application or participate in one of a number of academic off-campus study programs with which Cornerstone is affiliated. See the Cornerstone University undergraduate catalog for details on these programs.
Science Q: Can I count my science courses as fulfilling core requirements and as part of the requirements for
my major and/or minor? A: Yes, as long as they meet the criteria for both and they are not counted as separate courses in your
calculation of total hours toward graduation. (Revised April 2001)
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What is Assessment? The ―assessment of student learning‖ is an important part of the rhythms of a growing and vibrant academic community. In order to evaluate student academic work and to provide data helpful to logistic and strategic decision-making, the mission of assessment at Cornerstone University is to measure student learning in relationship to the curricular and co-curricular goals of the University for the purpose of providing a quality educational experience for each student through continual enhancement of programs and services. Students and advisors should discuss the importance of a number of routine assessment practices including:
The completion of both Junior and Senior assessment testing in fulfilling graduation requirements. The completion of the end-of-course faculty evaluation forms at the end of every semester. The needed diligence to complete the embedded course assessment of student learning (tests, quizzes,
papers, recitals, etc.) The participation of the Cornerstone community in broad-based campus assessment, including such
instruments as the Student Satisfaction Inventory, the Institutional Priorities Survey and other similar items. The completion of any other assessment done to enhance the programs offered by the University.
For an understanding of the overall nature of the University’s assessment efforts, please see the ―Cornerstone University Assessment Plan‖ – available on the CU website at www.cornerstone.edu/assessment.
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Department List Accounting & Finance Administration Building Phone: 616.222.1445 (x1445) ▪ Fax: 616.222.1540 Contacts: Shari McKee, Accounts Receivable Coordinator, x1345 The Accounting Office assists and serves students in several areas: handling payments, issuing paychecks, cashing personal checks up to $75, issuing checks and monthly reports for various student organizations, and issuing vehicle permits.
CAMS Faber Hall 216
Phone: 616.222.1535 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1511 ▪ [email protected]
The Center for Academic Media Services (CAMS) handles all multimedia needs for the Communication and Media division while continuing to serve the wider CU community. For the CMS division, CAMS maintains audio and video gear for student rental and troubleshoots department technology issues. For the rest of campus, CAMS offers a limited selection of multimedia equipment rental, including camcorders, tripods, and sound recorders. For a small fee, CAMS provides multimedia services for class assignments, including DVD burning, scanning, and digitization of analog media.
Financial Services Ketcham Building Phone: 616.222.1424 Fax: 616.222.1400 Email: [email protected] Contact: Carol Nixon, Office Manager The Student Financial Services office has two primary functions.
1. Assisting students in receiving the maximum amount of financial assistance for which they qualify under federal, state, and Cornerstone University programs.
2. Assisting students with setting up plans to pay for the portion of their school bill not covered by financial
aid.
Information Systems Bolthouse Hall, Room 143 Phone: 616.222.1510 (x1510) ▪ 888.272.4001 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1511▪ [email protected] Contact: Dan Mills, Director of Information Technology Information Systems is committed to maintaining the Cornerstone University technology infrastructure including network equipment and software applications as well as assisting clients (students, staff, and faculty) in various areas such as: Network Software Application & Internet Questions ▪ Password Resets & Login Issues ▪Telecommunications ▪ Computer / Peripheral Devices Support and Repair ▪ Laptop Initiative Administration ▪ Classroom Technology
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Students are encouraged to contact the Technology Support Center with network software application and hardware questions. Students are also encouraged to report potential problems with Cornerstone University laptops, lab PCs, and lab printers to the Technology Support Center.
Learning Center Miller Hall Phone: 616.222.1596 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1595
Contact: Shannon Pothoven, Director of Academic Support, x1519 Julie Skinner, Coordinator of Learning Support Operations and Office Manager, x1596 Tammy Looman, Writing Center Director, Office - Quincer 206, x1977 Dr. Nicole McDonald, Student Disability Services: National Certified School Psychologist, Disabilities Accommodations Officer, x1909
The Learning Center offers customized academic assistance to students: One-on-one tutoring and/or group tutoring by appointment ▪ Writing tutoring appointment and on a walk in basis ▪ A two-credit Learning Strategies Class (CLC 100) The Learning Center also coordinates accommodations for students (Student Disability Services) who have documented physical or learning disabilities. Students should contact the Learning Center to become registered for learning or disability accommodations. Students with a 3.0 or higher overall grade point average who would like to apply for a paid position as a peer tutor (3.5 gpa or higher in the discipline they would tutor), contact Kristin Warren at 222.1953.
The following statement (updated Nov 2008) reflects the University’s stand in relation to student accommodations as determined by Student Disability Services. (This statement should be published in all syllabi):
The university will make reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities, in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The purpose of accommodation is to provide equal access to educational opportunities to students affected by disabilities, and the university does not intend that the standards be altered, nor that the essential elements of programs or courses be changed. Students having documented disabilities may apply for accommodations through Student Disability Services (SDS), which is part of the Cornerstone University Learning Center located in Miller Hall on the main campus. In the event that students have questions regarding whether they are eligible for accommodations, how they might provide appropriate documentation of disabilities, or how they might handle a disagreement with a professor over questions of accommodation, the Director of Academic Support should be contacted immediately at (616) 222-1596 or via email at [email protected]. Further information about applying for and utilizing accommodations is provided in the Student Handbook and on the university’s website.
Library Miller Library Building Phone: 616.222.1458 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1405 Library Website: www.library.cornerstone.edu Dr. Fred Sweet, Director Circulation: Brian Holda The Circulation Department of Miller Library handles the checkout and return of library materials, fines for overdue materials, and course reserves. Reference: Fay Bush, Assoc. Director of Access Services
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Phone: 616.949.5300, x1329 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1405 The Reference Department of Miller Library is responsible for reference and research questions Technical Services Dept: Eric Bradley, Assoc. Director of Technical Services Phone: 616.949.5300 x1628 CMC (Curriculum Materials Center); and Interlibrary Loan: Gina Bolger: 616.949.5300 x1245 Other Library staff include: Gail Atwood, Jamie Tiemeyer, Debbie Shelly, April VanPutten, Mary Ellen Lawlor, (also, about 27 part-time student workers.) Miller Library is also home to the Writing Center and the University Archives.
Mail Services Corum Student Union Phone: x1532 ▪ Fax: 616.254.1626 ▪ Email: [email protected] Contact: John Miedema, Supervisor Hours: 9am to 4pm: Monday – Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday. The Mail Service Center offers stamps, various sizes and types of envelopes, U.S. Postal services, and UPS and Fed Ex. Mail is delivered to the student boxes once a day. All students (resident and commuters) are assigned a mail box. There is a $10 refundable box key deposit. For any mail sent to students at Cornerstone, use the following address: Student Name Campus Box # Cornerstone University 985 E. Beltline NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Copy Center/Print Shop Corum Student Union (Part of Mail Services) Phone: x1279 ▪ Fax: 616.254.1626 ▪ [email protected] Hours: 9am to 4pm: Monday – Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday Services Available:
Copying: Black/White or color on white and colored papers in various sizes and weights. There is a minimal charge for printing.
Other Services: Stapling, cutting, folding, 3-hole punching, booklets, coil binding, glue binding, and transparencies are available for a minimal charge.
There is a print work order on Eagles Nest for easy electronic submission. First, select University Offices from the menu. Then select Print Shop and Mail Services. Then select Print Shop Work Order. Click the hyperlink for new work order. Complete the form and attach a document. Then select Submit. Walk up service is also available.
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Off-Campus Studies Programs (See Spiritual Formation Information below)
Provost Office Administration Building Phone: 616.222.1589 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1434 Contacts: Dr. Rick Ostrander, Provost Dr. Martin Hughes, Dean of Undergraduate Education
Dr. Tim Detwiler, Dean of Institutional Effectiveness Liz Wheeler, Executive Assistant
Registrar's Office Administration Building Phone: 616.222.1431 Contact: Gail Duhon, Registrar
The Registrar's Office provides the following services: registration, grades, grade reports, transcript evaluation, Professional & Graduate Studies (PGS) advising, degree audits, and official transcripts. The office also handles aspects of the graduation process, which include ordering caps and gowns, degree audits, graduation applications, and the verification of a student’s ability to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Retention Ketcham Building Phone: 616.222.1402 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1418
Contact: Kay Landrum, Director of Retention
The Retention Office serves as a resource for students experiencing academic, social or financial difficulties. The office also coordinates the campus-wide effort to provide a quality educational experience by improving programs and student services.
Spiritual Formation Corum Student Union Second Floor Phone: 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact:
Gerald Longjohn, Vice President for Spiritual Formation Chip Huber, Dean of Student Engagement The Division of Spiritual Formation challenges students to become more holistic and fully devoted followers of Jesus through a variety of programs including:
Career Services Corum Student Union Second Floor 616.222.1433 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contacts: John Warren, Associate Dean of Career Services
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Career Services offers a variety of services, programs and resources to undergraduate and graduate students and alumni in the following areas: career advising, job listings, resume preparation and job hunting assistance, on-campus jobs, internships, career fairs, and credential service. Chapel & Worship Arts: Corum Student Union Second Floor 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact:
Matthew Westerholm, Associate Dean of Worship Arts and Chapel Come together for the word and worship of God on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. and Sunday at 9 p.m. in the Hansen Athletic Center. Mandatory Chapel provides corporate guidance in spiritual formation and various forms of worship with an emphasis on the spoken Word. If you have specific questions or concerns regarding chapel attendance, please send an email to: [email protected]. Commuter Life: Corum Student Union Second Floor 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact:
Assistant Director of Commuter Life & Student Activities
It’s not just people living on campus who have all the fun! Check out page 12 in the student handbook for more information specifically for you! Counseling Services Miller Hall 616.222.1441 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1541 Contacts: Scott Courey, Director of Counseling Services Rachel Rose, Counseling Services Assistant Counseling services are available to all traditional undergraduate Cornerstone students who may struggle with issues due to the stresses and challenges of life and the college experience. All services are confidential and based upon unchanging Biblical truth. All full-time Cornerstone students are eligible for 10 free counseling sessions per school year as part of their student insurance plan. Counseling appointments may be made by calling 616.222.1441. Counseling Services are located in Miller Hall and open Mon. through Friday. Discipleship Groups: Corum Student Union Second Floor 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact:
Christine Mutch, Associate Dean of Discipleship
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A place to be yourself – in community – and talk together about God, the bible and this journey we call life. Groups are available for commuters, residential students or a blend of the two. A variety of topics are available. The AssociateDean of Discipleship trains the small group leadersto carry out the process of spiritual formation through peer ministry. . Global Opportunities Corum Student Union Second Floor Phone: 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529
Contact: Matt Haller, Director of Global Studies Minga Ndjerareou – Global Engagement Trip (Mission/Service)
There are cross-cultural opportunities for you to use your spiritual gifts and serve in a variety of cultures. Health Services Miller Hall 616.222.1441 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1551
Contact: Dana Marino, Director of Health Services
Carol Carpenter, Office Manager
On-campus health services are available for any student, faculty or staff member who is ill or injured. Our Health Service is under the direction of Grand Rapids Family Physicians and a mid-level provider who are on campus two to three days each week during the academic year. Other staff includes Registered Nurses, and an Officer Manager. Available medical services include allergy injections, TB tests, immunizations (travel and basic), crutches, suture removal, work physicals, pelvic exams, and many health education brochures, etc. Care for common colds, strep, mono, urinary tract infections and pregnancy testing are some of the additional needs that can be cared for in Health Services.
Minimal and fair charges for supplies used for special needs (such as syringes and medicines) will be billed to the individual. Laboratory services, Rx orders and other diagnostic tests are available per the college physician’s orders or the student’s own physician’s orders. We desire to supplement the existing care of the primary care physician whenever possible.
Student insurance is handled through Health Services. Our plan is a student accident and illness plan and is designed to supplement the existing plan of a student’s family. The plan allows for a $300 Health Service benefit, a $200 travel immunizations benefit and limited off-campus services when referred by Cornerstone University Health Services personnel. A $10.00 co-pay per visit with a Physician or mid-level provider will be charged. There is no co-pay for consultations with Registered Nurses. Brochures are available through the office in Miller Hall or online at the Cornerstone website under Health Services. Traditional undergraduate students carrying six credit hours and traditional graduate students carrying five credit hours are automatically enrolled in this plan. Coverage is world-wide. Leadership Development: Corum Student Union Second Floor 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contacts:
Chip Huber, Dean of Student Engagement Cornerstone offers opportunities to apply for more than 150 leadership positions on campus.
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Pastoral Care and Mentoring: 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact: Gerald Longjohn, Vice President for Spiritual Formation Christine Mutch, Dean of Discipleship Chip Huber, Dean of Student Engagement Staff members in the Spiritual Formation division are available to provide a listening ear and a caring presence during the good and bad times of your college life. For those who are looking for someone to journey with them for a longer period of time, contact Christine Mutch who can partner you with a peer mentor, faculty or staff member, or an alumnus who is ready and willing to walk with you during your current chapter of life.
Community Life: Corum Student Union Second Floor 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact:
Abby Smith, Resident Director – Cook & VanOsdel Halls Jim VanStensel Kimberly Bytwerk, Resident Director – Keithley & Pickitt Halls
Late night talks in the lounge, section sneaks, educational events and more are a part of residence life. Each residence hall section has a resident assistant (R.A.) to help you get acquainted with one another and your new surroundings. Don’t hesitate to ask any questions! If you have specific questions regarding housing, please call the Spiritual Formation Office at x1423 or send an email to [email protected]. Student Activities 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact: Ryan Davis, Assistant Director of Commuter Life & Student Activities Student Government 616.222.1423 ▪ Fax: 616.222.1529 Contact: CUSG President Chip Huber, CUSG Advisor The Dean of Student Engagement serves as the advisor to the Student Government Association and works with the six Executive Council members in overseeing the Student Government’s Committees, programs and budget.