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Graduate Catalog 2002-2003

This Web catalog is the official catalog of Longwood University. It describes Longwood’s graduate academic programs, including course numbers, descriptions, standards for student progress and retention, and a statement of fees at the time of publication. However, the provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student and Longwood University. There are established procedures for making changes which protect the institution's right to make changes deemed appropriate. A change of curriculum and/or graduation requirements is not made retroactive unless the alteration is to the student's advantage and can be accommodated within the span of years normally required for graduation.

ASSESSMENT

The purpose of assessment at Longwood University is (a) to help individual students develop to their fullest potential and (b) to improve the educational programs of the University. In the case of both the student and the University, we intend to assess how effectively consensually-developed goals are being achieved, and based on these assessment data, we intend to generate recommendations and plans of action that will help achieve these goals.

In 1986 the Virginia Senate adopted Joint Resolution 83 directing state institutions of higher education to "establish assessment programs to measure student achievement." Additionally, the Southern Association of colleges and Schools requires for accreditation that an institution "must define its expected educational results and describe how the achievement of these results will be ascertained." (Criteria for Accreditation: Commission on colleges, Section III: Institutional Effectiveness, 1989.)

Student participation is therefore required. The University may withhold transcripts for three months for graduating students who fail to participate.

Each graduate student should study this Catalog thoroughly. Regulations and procedures entered here will govern all graduate programs and students. Graduate students will be held responsible for information contained within the catalog under which they are admitted.

Longwood adheres to the principle of equal opportunity without regard to race, sex, creed, color, disability, national origin, age, or religion. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University and to all employment opportunities at the University.

In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, students with disabilities will not be discriminated against on the basis of their disability. Applicants who wish to request accommodations should contact the Director of Disability Support Services at 434-395-2391, TDD 711, srood@longwood.edu or by fax at 434-395-2434.

Office of Graduate Studies
Longwood University
201 High Street
Farmville, Virginia 23909-1899

The Longwood University Graduate Catalog was published in July 2002. The Catalog and related announcements remain in effect until July 1, 2003.