Southwestern University
2008-2009 Catalog
Southwestern University: A Statement
The Academic Program
Degree Requirements
Academic Regulations
Course Descriptions
Brown College of Arts & Sciences
American Studies
Animal Behavior
Biology
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Classics
Communication Studies
Economics & Business
Education
Environmental Studies
English
Feminist Studies
History
International Studies
Kinesiology
Latin American Studies
Math & Computer Science
Modern Languages & Literatures
Physical Science
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Religion & Philosophy
Sociology & Anthropology
Sarofim School of Fine Arts
Art and Art History
Music
Theatre
Interdisciplinary Programs
Special Academic Programs
Admission & Financial Aid
Student Life
Cultural Activities
History & Governance
Endowments & Scholarships
University Directory
Board & Officers
Faculty
Administration
Southwestern
University
Catalog 2008–2009
Texas’ First University
Chartered by the Republic of
Texas
February 4, 1840
1001 East University Avenue
Georgetown, Texas
78626
Telephone: 512-863-6511
Facsimile:
512-863-5788
www.southwestern.edu
admission@southwestern.edu
ACCREDITED BY:
Southwestern University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033–4097; Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award the Bachelor’s Degree.
And by:
The National Association of Schools of
Music
The University Senate of the United Methodist Church
The Texas
Education Agency
MEMBER OF:
The Associated Colleges of the South
The Association of Texas Colleges and
Universities
The Association of American Colleges
The American Council on
Education
The Annapolis Group
The Independent Colleges and Universities of
Texas
The National Association of Independent Colleges and
Universities
The National Association of Schools and Colleges of the United
Methodist Church
The Southern University Conference
The Texas Association
of Church-Related Colleges
The Texas Independent College Fund
The Texas
United Methodist College Association
APPROVED BY:
The American Association of University Women
POLICY STATEMENTS:
See page 8.
NOTE:
The contents of this catalog do not create, nor should they be construed as creating, an express or implied contract between or among the University, its students, applicants or any faculty member. Southwestern University reserves the right to make changes in its announced policies and programs at its discretion. This catalog is subject to change, amendment and modification by the University without notice and such changes, amendments and modifications will be deemed binding upon students upon adoption. By enrolling at Southwestern University, students agree to abide by the current policies, procedures, rules, regulations, directives and guidelines, as adopted, approved or amended from time to time by the Board of Trustees or the President.
Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of the catalog, discrepancies may occur. Any comments or questions regarding the catalog should be directed to the University Registrar.
