Chatfield College

Welcome

On behalf of the Ursulines of Brown County, the Chatfield College Board of Trustees, and our faculty and staff, I welcome you as a student. You have made the right choice! Attending Chatfield College will change your outlook, your life, and your future - all in very positive ways. Our caring faculty and staff members are here for you.

Best wishes and every blessing,

Nancy Linenkugel, OSF, EDM
President, Chatfield College

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Chatfield College is to teach life skills, via a liberal arts education, to individuals who might succeed best through our supportive, small college experience.

Chatfield College is the only private, Catholic, three-year liberal arts college in the State of Ohio. Chatfield is coeducational with a main campus in St. Martin, Ohio, the Findlay Market campus in downtown Cincinnati, KEYS programs (cohorts) at several Cincinnati locations, and off-site programs.

Chatfield is authorized to grant the Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts with concentrations in business, human services, early child development, and liberal arts.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Chatfield College will enable its students to become learners, leaders, and active, contributing members of society.

We will achieve that purpose in an environment that is affordable, flexible to student's needs, resourceful, and safe.

Through the successful pursuit of our commitment, we expect that our graduates will be:

Well grounded in the liberal arts
Desired additions to other colleges and universities and professions
Better prepared to lead active and successful lives
Able to understand the importance of, and take part in, personal leadership efforts within their communities

The following are a list a list of life skills that represent those academic skills, experiences and that will enhance the lives of Chatfield graduates:

Chatfield graduates should be able to gather and evaluate relevant information from a variety of sources, ranging from the traditional library to the Internet.
They should be able to read with comprehension, write and speak effectively.
They should be able to demonstrate functional computer literacy.
They should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the scientific method and the mathematical process.
They should be creative thinkers, able to analyze, synthesize and evaluate problems, ideas and solutions.
They should explore Catholic values and ethical beliefs as well as other cultures and expressions and thus be able to examine their own values and ethical beliefs. (Catholic values and beliefs will be presented in religion classes, but will be discussed as appropriate throughout the curriculum.)

ASSESSMENT

The assessment program at Chatfield defines and measures the college's mission and educational goals. Chatfield College strives to enable its students to become learners, leaders, and active, contribution members of society. Assessment data are used to improve the student learning and student services. Chatfield students are asked to participate fully in all assessment activities, including surveys, focus groups and Academic Profile test.

History
Chatfield's service in community education spans more than 160 years. In 1845, a group of Ursuline Sisters, dedicated to education, came to Ohio from Europe. Their leader, Sister Julia Chatfield, founded the Ursuline Convent in St. Martin, Ohio. The community immediately began construction of a log cabin school in the Brown County wilderness.

From that foundation, the educational mission of the Ursulines of Brown County has reached children and adults through the public school system, a boarding school, summer camp, counseling, and community development.

In 1958, the Ursuline Sisters founded the Ursuline Teacher Training Institute to provide a foundational liberal arts education for members of their Ursuline order.

In 1971, in direct response to the community, the Ursuline Teacher Training Institute opened its doors to the public and changed from being a college for those in religious service to serving the community as a whole. At this time, the institute was renamed Chatfield College, in honor of Sister Julia Chatfield.

In 1999, the college received accreditation to offer the Associate of Arts degree at its Cincinnati branch in metropolitan Cincinnati. Chatfield serves a diverse student body at both its locations, and has given many students a caring and nurturing environment within which to begin college.

Today, Chatfield College continues the Ursuline tradition of education for all. The college is a member of the Greater Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities, and credits earned at Chatfield are easily transferable to other accredited institutions. Chatfield College is an independent Roman Catholic college that welcomes all students. Chatfield is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602, and is governed by a Board of Trustees composed of Ursulines, business leaders, educators and other professionals from the greater Cincinnati area.

General Information

The Student Handbook, found on-line, is provided to assist you while you are a student at Chatfield College. The material found in the Student Handbook is only part of the information needed by a student. We recommend that all students, full or part-time, become familiar with all College policies that impact life on campus.

The Campus
Chatfield is a non-residential college located in rural St. Martin and in downtown Cincinnati. The St. Martin Campus is located on the grounds of the Ursuline Sisters in northern Brown County. Chatfield's Cincinnati Campus is located in the historic Findlay Market area downtown.

The Region Chatfield Serves
Chatfield draws students from the eastern and northern sides of Cincinnati, including Adams, Brown, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, Highland, and Warren Counties. Most of this area was designated as part of Appalachia by Congress in the Appalachian Development Act of 1965.

The Students
Chatfield students have a variety of backgrounds. They are male and female, coming from all across the region. Many of our students come to Chatfield immediately after they receive their high school diploma or GED; others have been away from school for a number of years before they decide to attend college. Some of our students are working full time in addition to their college studies. Some are juggling family responsibilities as well.

Approximately 60% of Chatfield graduates transfer to four-year colleges. Many are valuable employees at Procter & Gamble, Ford Motor Company, American Showa, National Bank & Trust, General Electric, and many more. Others have chosen the teaching profession and are teaching in many area school districts.

Students attend Chatfield for many reasons:

To move directly to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor's degree.
To improve job opportunities.
To improve the quality of their lives through broadening their knowledge and experiences.
As an investment in their children by bringing education into the home.
For personal growth.

The Staff/Faculty
Chatfield College recognizes that each student brings a unique set of educational needs and goals. Because Chatfield is a small school, the staff and faculty are able to address these individual needs and goals. The faculty and staff consist of approximately 50 professional men and women who are committed to serving the adult learner. Faculty members have been at Chatfield an average of 8 years.

Admissions

General Information
Chatfield College maintains a non-discriminatory, open admissions policy. Application for admission can be made through either the St. Martin or Cincinnati Campus Office of Admissions. Prospective students seeking admission to Chatfield College are requested to follow these procedures:

Request an application for admission from the Office of Admissions. St. Martin Campus: (513)875-3344. Cincinnati Campus: (513)921-9856.
Complete and return the application with a non-refundable $10 application fee.
It is highly recommended that you submit an official high school transcript or GED diploma and scores. If transferring to Chatfield College, submit college academic records.
Schedule an appointment with the Enrollment Coordinator at either the St. Martin or Cincinnati Campus to discuss your academic planning and to take a placement test.
Select specific courses and complete registration form.
If applicable, complete financial aid process with the Office of Financial Aid (see Financial Aid section).
Complete all financial arrangements with the Business Office prior to starting semester (see Tuition and Fees section).

Chatfield operates on a rolling-admission schedule. Prospective students are notified of acceptance within four weeks of completing the application process. Students are encouraged to register early. Fall registration begins May 1. Spring registration begins November 1. Summer registration begins April 1. Students who wish to apply for financial assistance need to begin the application process before these dates to allow time for processing the financial data.

Students are encouraged to furnish a high school transcript or GED certificate to enroll as degree-seeking students at Chatfield. If the College does not receive the transcript or certificate without good reason by the start of the semester, the student may, at the discretion of the registrar, be classified as a non-degree-seeking student. For financial aid purposes, students are required to be a high school graduate or have a GED certificate.

Chatfield College welcomes applications from home-schooled students. A complete application file includes the following:

A completed application with non-refundable $10 application fee.
Official verification and documentation of the home school program, including a list of high school courses completed and the assigned grades.

Chatfield requires the home-school applicant to be 17 years of age, prior to the fall semester.

Admission Status

Degree-seeking Students
Chatfield College degree-seeking students are those earning college credit toward a degree at Chatfield College. Other degree-seeking students are those earning college credit with the intent to transfer to complete a degree at another college or university. Students with prior college credit normally enter as degree-seeking students. These transfer students must submit, for review, an official transcript from each college attended. Transfer credit will be awarded on a course-by-course basis and only for those courses in which the student received a grade of "C" or better. Courses not offered in Chatfield's curriculum may be accepted as electives toward the degree at the discretion of the Registrar. A maximum of 45 semester hours of transfer credit may be applied toward the Chatfield degree requirements.

Non-degree Students Non-degree students are those who earn college credit or audit hours with no intent to complete a college degree, either at Chatfield or elsewhere. These students may take a maximum of 15 credit hours, and then must meet with the Dean of the Campus for permission to continue in the non-degree status. Transient students are those who are attending another college or university and have been given special permission from that institution to enroll in a limited number of classes at Chatfield on a term-by-term basis. Students are encouraged to submit a confirming letter from the home institution indicating the student's academic status and the transferability of the course(s) in which the student is enrolled. See the Enrollment Coordinators for more information on admission requirements.

International Students
Although Chatfield does not actively recruit international students, we have enrolled students from several countries in recent years. With no residence halls and no ESL program on campus, it works best for these students to have sponsors or family nearby with whom they can live and interact in English. As a rule, financial aid is not available for students in the U.S. on an F-1 visa. A TOEFL score of 500 to 520 or above is desirable. The following documents are required for admission or international students:

Application for Admission with letter of reference.
True certified copies of all certificates, secondary school transcripts and high education transcripts.
TOEFL scores or ESL language center report showing level attained.
Affidavit of financial support from family: bank statements may also be required.
Description of support from U.S. sponsor.

Affirmative Action Statement
Admission is based solely on the applicant's qualifications and ability to meet established requirements for admission. Chatfield College does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, religion, age, gender, national origin, or physical handicap.

Financial Aid

Chatfield College strives to provide financial assistance to those eligible students who, without financial aid, would be unable to pursue a college education. To this end, Chatfield participates in a variety of federal and state programs and also offers institutional aid. Approximately 80 percent of all Chatfield students receive some financial assistance. Of full-time students, approximately 75 percent receive financial aid.

The basic premise of financial aid programs is that the primary responsibility for meeting college costs lies with the family. The ability of the student and/or the student's family to contribute to the cost of education is determined in the application process. Many factors are taken into consideration, including the student's income and assets; parental incomes and assets where applicable; household size; and any resources such as veterans' benefits, employer tuition reimbursement, and awards from outside agencies.

When Chatfield's Financial Aid Office determines financial need, the cost of attendance is established, using allowances for tuition and fees, books and supplies, transportation, living expenses. The contribution expected from the student's family is subtracted from this cost of attendance figure. This computation results in a need figure that results in the financial aid award. Additional documented costs, such as child care, medical expenses, etc., may be included in the allowances. See the Financial Aid Officer for more information.

Aid eligibility may increase or decrease from one year to the next, depending on changes in the circumstances of the family. A change in the number of credit hours taken from one semester to the next will also affect the student's aid amounts for that semester. Also, in federal and state grant programs, budget appropriations and legislated changes in eligibility formulas may result in an increase or a decrease of the available funds for a given year. Therefore, applications must be renewed each academic year.

Chatfield's policy is to counsel students, particularly those in their first year, to be responsible student loan borrowers. Because our tuition is low (significantly lower than other private colleges in the area) it is often possible to avoid or minimize borrowing. Institutional grants and scholarship funds are targeted to first and second-year students for this reason.

The Financial Aid Office provides application forms and information, assists students in completing applications as needed, and ensures financial aid requirements are met for students to be eligible to receive the aid needed for their educational costs. Note: Students are responsible for completing all financial aid paperwork by the requested deadline. Failure to do so may result in being denied financial aid. The office should be informed of any additional financial assistance available to applicants from agencies, employers, or community organizations. While students are welcome to drop in with quick questions when the office is open, appointments should be made for longer discussions.

Applying for Financial Aid

To receive consideration for financial aid at Chatfield College, the student must:

Complete the admissions process.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). These forms are available at high school guidance offices and the Financial Aid and Admissions Offices of many area colleges. Chatfield's code number for the FAFSA is 010880. Students are welcome to ask the Financial Aid representative on their campus to review or assist with applications prior to submission. The FAFSA may be submitted in one of three ways:
1. The paper application form - brought to the Financial Aid Office where it is transmitted electronically to the processor
2. FAFSA on the Web - at: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov (PIN number is required or signature page must be mailed to processor)
3. The paper application form - mailed in the envelope provided to a federal processor (not recommended as this may take up to six weeks for processing)
Complete Chatfield's Application for Scholarships if the student wants to be considered for institutional aid. Generally scholarships are awarded by early May for the upcoming academic year.
Provide signed copies of tax returns and other documentation of resources upon the request of the Financial Aid Office. All information is kept confidential.

Deadlines
It is crucial to be prompt in obtaining necessary forms, sending them to the proper processor, and responding to requests for additional information from the Financial Aid Office. Processing may take several weeks.

April 26 : Full year scholarship application deadline. The FAFSA is part of this application.

July 1 : Priority deadline for applications for non-scholarship seeking students requesting aid for the fall semester.

August 6 : Final deadline for fall aid applications. After this date, applications may be accepted only on a case-by-case basis.

December 1 : Priority deadline for spring aid applications for new students.

January 7 : Final deadline for spring aid applications. After this date, applications may be accepted only on a case-by-case basis.

Some types of aid have their own deadlines. Outside scholarships have varying application deadlines throughout the year. Students may apply for the Federal Stafford Student Loan after the dates shown above.

Summer Aid
Limited aid is available for summer enrollment. Students should inform the Financial Aid Office of their need for assistance no later than April 30 to have the best chance of receiving sufficient grant aid.
Who is Eligible for Financial Aid?
Eligible applicants must be accepted and enrolled as degree-seeking students earning college credit. No financial aid is awarded for audited courses, to students with four-year degrees, or to Postsecondary Option students. In addition, applicants must not be in default on any federal student loan or owe a refund on any federal or state grant.

Maintaining Eligibility: Making Satisfactory Progress
Students on financial aid must make satisfactory progress according to the institution's definition. Satisfactory progress for financial aid purposes is based not only on the student's cumulative grade point average (GPA), but also upon the cumulative percentage of successfully completed hours relative to attempted hours. Refer to the Academic Regulations section for a full description of the college's definition of Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Note that academic good standing is based solely upon cumulative GPA. Thus a student may be considered in academic good standing based on a GPA of 2.00 or better, but be placed on financial aid probation based on an insufficient percentage of courses completed (e.g., due to a number of withdrawals).

Financial aid recipients' GPAs and rates of completion are reviewed at the close of each term. Those with a cumulative GPA of less than 2.00 and/or an insufficient percentage of completed hours according to the college's definition of Satisfactory Progress will receive notification of probationary status. Typically, students will be given one full-time semester, or two half-time semesters, to remedy the situation.

If a student is placed on financial aid probation and sufficient improvement is not made during the specified probationary period, the student is no longer eligible to receive aid for attendance at Chatfield. A student may make a written appeal to the Director of Financial Aid, including specific strategies for improvement and accompanied by documentation of extenuating circumstances.

Satisfactory Progress and Third-Year Study
Because Chatfield offers a third year of study for students who are in the process of transferring to a four-year institution for their bachelor's degree, students may receive financial aid beyond the maximum of 82 attempted hours which applies to those seeking the Associate of Arts degree (see Standards for Academic Progress paragraph two). It is Chatfield's policy to continue to provide financial support for students until they are accepted into the chosen four-year program and to facilitate academic advising to aid in efficient transfer without significant loss of credits. Each case varies; however, in most cases students should be able to complete all needed Chatfield courses toward a four-year degree within 110 attempted semester hours.

Financial Aid for Consortium Cross-Registration
Chatfield participates in a consortium agreement with other colleges in the Greater Cincinnati area. Chatfield students may use a portion of their financial aid toward a limited number of courses taken at other schools in the consortium. Consortium enrollment rules must be followed, and courses taken at other institutions must apply toward the degree requirements. See the Academic Programs section of the course catalog for a listing of the consortium colleges and the procedures for cross-registration. Students may receive financial aid from one institution only. The designated home school is the recipient of financial aid funds for the student. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that proper payment arrangements are made with the host school.

Types of Aid Available
Grants
Grants are based on financial need and do not have to be repaid.

Chatfield offers:
Federal Pell Grants: A federally funded grant determined directly by FAFSA data. Recipients of this grant may be part-time or full-time and may use Pell funds for books and other education-related expenses if their total aid award is greater than their tuition and fees for a semester.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG): A federally funded program for students with exceptional need, as determined by the FAFSA. The Director of Financial Aid determines the award amount.

Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG): The Ohio College Opportunity Grant Program (OCOG) provides need-based tuition assistance to Ohio students from low to moderate-income families. This program is a result of the merging of the Part-Time Instructional Grant and the Ohio Instructional Grant, with the intent to increase access to higher education.

Ohio Instructional Grant (OIG): A state-funded program for residents of Ohio who are enrolled in 12 or more credit hours in a semester. Funds must be used for tuition charges. Applicants receive a letter of eligibility from the Ohio Board of Regents after FAFSA data is processed. This program is now available to students who have previously attended a post-secondary institution.

Chatfield Tuition Assistance Grant (CTAG): This grant is from Chatfield College funds and is intended to supplement aid for full-time or part-time students whose state and federal grant aid is inadequate. These funds may be used for tuition only.

Scholarships
Scholarships, like grants, do not have to be repaid. They may be awarded on the basis of merit alone, or on a combination of merit and financial need. Students need not be limited to scholarships offered through Chatfield. A number of websites and library reference materials list thousands of additional sources for this type of funding. Any outside scholarship received should be reported to the Financial Aid Office. The following are administered through Chatfield:

Chatfield College Ursuline Community Scholarships
These $1000 scholarships are awarded to one graduate each from selected high schools in the area Chatfield serves. This scholarship is renewable for a second year if the student maintains a 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher. The student must enroll in 12 semester hours each term.

High School Graduate Scholarship
One $1000 merit-based scholarship is awarded from Chatfield College to a full-time high school graduate from each of the following counties: Adams, Brown, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, and Highland. These are awarded to applicants whose characteristics indicate that they will succeed at Chatfield and benefit from the College's unique mission, based on the student's application, references and high school record. An interview may be required. They are renewable for a second year, if a 3.00 GPA is maintained.

Ohio Academic Scholarship
Students apply through their high schools to the Ohio Board of Regents for this merit-based scholarship of $2205 per year.

General Institutional Scholarships
These are awarded on the basis of academic achievement or promise, leadership potential, community involvement, and financial need. Selection is considered a part of the overall financial aid awarding process. Recipients are generally expected to maintain a 3.00 cumulative GPA. Application must be renewed each year. Applicants who have not yet earned the associate degree have priority.

Harold O. Craig Scholarship
Sr. Agatha Fitzgerald Scholarship
Sr. Miriam Thompson Scholarship
Sr. Xavier Ladrigan Scholarship
Raymond C. Clark Scholarship
Virgil G. Gifford Family Memorial Scholarship
Lena H. Rosselot Scholarship
Chatfield Opportunity Scholarship
Chatfield Achievement Scholarship
Ursuline Community Scholarship
Ruth Williams Long
Chatfield Tuition Assistance
Davies Foundation
Helen Stiener Rice
Corbin Fund
Lila Gallimore Trust
M & M David Parlin
(Additional scholarships may become available)

Loans
Federal Stafford Student Loans
These low-interest loans are part of the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). They are based on need, as determined by the FAFSA. Entrance counseling and a promissory note provided by the college are required to process student loans. After need is established, Chatfield's Director of Financial Aid certifies that the application is supported by costs incurred for enrollment during the loan period. The actual loan is obtained through a lending institution (for example, a bank or credit union) and processed by a guarantee agency according to Federal program regulations. Stafford loans may be subsidized or unsubsidized, or a combination of both, depending on the level of need. For subsidized loans, the Federal government pays the interest for the student during in-school periods, grace periods and deferment periods. For unsubsidized loans, the borrower is responsible for all interest that accrues. Students must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester to be eligible to receive a Stafford Loan. Repayment begins six months after the student drops below half time, withdraws, or graduates, unless special deferments apply. Contact the Financial Aid Office for applications and details.

Federal Parent Loans (PLUS)
These loans are available to parents of dependent students. Repayment begins 60 days after the disbursement is made. Because Chatfield's tuition is low, this loan is rarely used but is available if needed. Contact the Financial Aid Office or applications and details.

C. E. Schell Honor Loans
This is a privately funded, no-interest loan for students of moderate means, 15-25 years of age. Repayment is made to Chatfield College. As borrowers repay, the original gift from the Schell Foundation is replenished and funds are made available for other students.

Vincent Orlando Emergency Loan
A short-term loan to help students maintain college attendance in spite of unanticipated and temporary inability to meet costs of books, supplies, child care, or transportation.

Work-study Students may work part-time for an hourly wage as clerical/receptionist assistants, computer lab assistants, library assistants, or other positions as needed by the College. Those who demonstrate financial need and who qualify for the Federal Work-Study are paid from Federal funds allocated to the College. The Director of Financial Aid, according to the student's need and the available work, determines estimated earnings. Earnings are considered part of the financial aid award.

Students may work off-campus in community service under the Federal Work-Study program. The national "America Reads" initiative encourages students to serve as reading skills tutors in the primary grades of local elementary schools. Other possibilities include day care workers, elementary math tutors, adult literacy tutors, or senior citizens' program aides. Those interested in this type of work should contact the Financial Aid Office well before the beginning of the semester to allow time for arrangements to be made with local agencies.

For those not eligible for Federal Work-Study funding, limited institutional work-study funding is available. Under this option, students work on-campus only. This type of work-study is not based on financial need.

Veterans Educational Benefits
Chatfield College is approved by the State Approving Agency for Veterans Training for the education and training of veterans. Enrollment certification and other documentation needed by veterans should be requested from the Financial Aid Office. In most cases, 30 to 60 days are needed to process the initial application.

Other Sources of Funding for Education
Chatfield students may also receive assistance from employer tuition reimbursement benefits, the Ohio National Guard Educational Assistance Program, the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation, and other agencies that support training and education. Financial aid applicants must apply to the appropriate organization and report these sources of funding to the Director of Financial Aid.

Transferring with Financial Aid
Students seeking to complete a bachelor's degree at another college should be prepared for earlier deadlines and variations in procedures and policies at the new school. In many cases, the FAFSA and other materials should be completed in February or early March to assure maximum grant and/or scholarship aid for fall enrollment.

Students who change schools in mid-year can transfer the unused portion of that year's Federal Pell Grant and Ohio Instructional Grant. However, the amounts of the awards may be different at the new school, depending upon whether the school is public or private or operates on the semester or quarter system. The new school's code must be added to the FAFSA data to allow the school to request funds in the student's name.

Student loans may not be transferred. Transferring students who wish to continue borrowing must complete a new promissory note and have loan eligibility certified by the new school according to costs of attending there.

Tuition and Fees
Chatfield College is a non-profit institution of higher education. The tuition and fees paid by the students cover only part of the costs of providing instruction. Funded projects and individual donations to the College help to meet the remaining portion of the costs. Chatfield strives to keep student costs as low as possible while maintaining high academic standards.

Tuition and fees for each academic year are established by the Board of Trustees. Tuition costs and fees are listed in each term's schedule of classes. Any changes in tuition and/or fee costs are ordinarily effective at the beginning of the fall semester. Student enrollment is a four-part process that must be completed each semester.

Advising - meet with and advisor to select courses
Financial aid - if applicable, meet with the Financial Aid Officer on campus
Payment Arrangements - meet with the3 Student Accounts Officer to review options for paying charges
Registration - scheduling classes and submitting the Registration form to the Registrar

Student Billing
Payment arrangements with the Finance Office are due thirty (30) days prior to the beginning of classes. After registration is complete, the Finance Office mails student statements with initial schedules on a monthly basis. Students are strongly encouraged to make payment arrangements early to avoid delays or problems during the beginning week of classes. Students registering within the thirty days prior to classes and/or the first week of classes are required to arrange payment at the time of registration - see the Student Accounts Officer or the Financial Aid Officer at your campus.

Chatfield College provides a variety of payment options including:

Payment in full upon receipt of statement or upon registration by cash, money order, check, credit card (Visa or Master Card), or other electronic banking means.
Payment plan arranged with the business office through the college payment plan management agent. The general policy is:
1. 20% of total tuition and fees thirty days prior to classes beginning or upon registration, and
2. Equal payments during the semester for the remaining tuition and fees - with all charges paid by the end of the term
Payment through federal, state, and/or institutional financial aid programs*
Payment through employer reimbursement**
Payment through outside sources
Payment through special arrangements approved by the Finance Director

* Financial aid rewards are credited to a student's account on a term-by-term basis based on registration status. Grant, scholarship, and loan funds are applied directly to the student account and used to pay Chatfield charges. Students are responsible for any remaining balance that financial aid funds do not cover. When all College charges are paid, financial aid funds in excess of the college charges are mailed to the student at the address listed in the College's computer system.

Students have until the end of the drop/add period each term to arrange payment. IF payment arrangements are not made by tend of the drop/add period, the student is dropped from all classes. Reinstatement into classes is possible upon satisfactory payment arrangements.

Holds are placed on grades, transcripts, and future registration for any student not making payment arrangements or not completing arrangements.

**Employer Tuition Reimbursement
This plan allows a student, eligible for employer tuition reimbursement for courses taken at Chatfield College, to pay a $100 deposit upon registration each semester. The $100 deposit covers as many courses as the employer will reimburse. The student pays the balance thirty (30) days after grades are sent to their employer. The employer's policy and an agreement form must be submitted to the Business Office before the term begins. Note: The student is responsible for the cost of books at the time of purchase even if the employer reimburses for books.

Auditing Students
Auditing students must pay the full amount due at the time of registration.

Senior Citizen Discount
Chatfield offers a 50% reduction on tuition to students age 65 and over. This applies to credit and audit hours.

Payment
Payments should be sent to: Finance Office, Chatfield College, 20918 State Route 251, St. Martin, OH 45118.

Withdrawals and Refunds
Tuition charges and financial aid awards will be adjusted for students who withdraw from some or all of their classes. A student who withdraws from a class must follow the procedures established by the Registrar's Office by completing a Change of Schedule form. A written statement expressing the intent to withdraw, including the date and student's signature may be accepted in lieu of a Change of Schedule form. Chatfield will consider the date of withdrawal to be the date the student begins the official withdrawal process by completing the Change of Schedule form, or the date the student otherwise notifies the Registrar of the decision to withdraw.

Full Withdrawals
Students may completely withdraw prior to the start of the semester and receive a complete refund of charges paid. Students who begin attendance and then drop all classes within the official Drop-Add period are not charged tuition or fees. The Drop-Add period for a given semester will be listed on the academic calendar. Students who withdraw from one or all classes after the drop/add period are charged full tuition and fees.

The point in the term referred to as the "withdrawal deadline" on the academic calendar is usually the end of the eleventh week of the semester. This date may be later than the 60 percent point, which is calculated according to calendar days for purposes of financial aid adjustments.

Students who receive financial aid funds and who withdraw or do not complete all of the classes for which they are scheduled may be required to return federal aid funds. If the withdrawal is during the first 60% of the term, the Title IV refund calculation is required. If the withdrawal is at 61% or later in the term, a title IV refund calculation is not required. Funds are returned to the federal aid programs in the following order:

Unsubsidized FFEL (Stafford) Loans
Subsidized FFEL (Stafford) Loans
FFEL PLUS Loans
Federal Pell Grants
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (Federal Work-Study earnings are not subject to requirement of return of funds.)

The Financial Aid Office is required to adjust charges and financial aid based on the date of withdrawal or non-attendance. If a student received Federal (Title IV) financial assistance greater than the amount of the institutional charges, some or all of the Federal Aid may be required to be returned to Federal programs. A student is notified by the Financial Aid Office within 30 days of the end of the term if a return of the Title IV funds is required. If repayment is required and is not, the student becomes ineligible for further Title IV financial aid until the repayment is made.

Financial aid for Chatfield, including scholarships, grants, and loans, is also subject to reduction for withdrawal up to the 60% point in the term. Institutional work-study earnings are not required to be returned.

Payment of Excess Financial Aid Funds to Students
The principal use of financial aid funds is to help eligible students pay for direct college charges, which include tuition, fees, and, in some cases, books. Some types of financial aid such as Federal Stafford Loans, Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Grants, and some outside scholarships are initially received by the College but may be applied to education-related expenses incurred by student, such as transportation, child care, and general living expenses.

In the financial interest of the College, our standard policy has been to apply aid funds as they are received to first cover student's direct charges. If a student's funds accumulate over and above the total semester charges, that credit balance (i.e., excess aid) is issued to the student. Students may request, in writing, that credit balances be held for use in a subsequent term.

We recognize that some students encounter significant financial hardship if the funds they anticipated for personal education-related expenses are not available at a predictable point in the semester. Therefore, we will approve partial disbursement of expected credit balances in advance of actual receipt of funds according to the following conditions:

Expected final credit balance must be greater than $300.00.
Student desiring advance disbursement must make request to the Financial Aid Office in writing. (This is not required for regular disbursements of excess aid, where all funds are received and the credit balance has occurred.) Request will be granted if other conditions are met.
Advance disbursement will be no more than 50% of the expected final credit balance. The Business Office will make the initial disbursement during the eighth week of the semester, and it will be mailed to the student's home address. The remainder of the expected credit balance will be paid to the student when the actual funds are received.
Class attendance records will be monitored through the term, and just prior to planned disbursements. IF no record has been received for a class, or if the student has failed to attend three or more class meetings in more than one class prior to midterm, no advance disbursement will be made unless it is cleared through additional investigation by the Financial Aid Director.
No advance disbursement will be made if the student has not completed required steps in the financial aid process, including:
- Submission of high school completion document
- Completion of FAFSA data verification process if selected
- Completion of all steps for loan eligibility
- Correction of omissions or errors in FAFSA data

If the student does not complete the term or otherwise becomes ineligible for the funds that have be disbursed to him/her, the student may be liable to return the funds to Chatfield College or to the U.S. Department of Education.

Consortium Cross-Registration and Withdrawal
Chatfield students who are cross-registered for a class or classes offered by another Greater Cincinnati Consortium institution must follow official withdrawal procedures at both Chatfield and the host institution. Since Chatfield is billing the student in such cases, refunds and adjustments to financial aid will be calculated according to Chatfield's procedures. If the student initiates withdrawal procedures at the two schools on different dates, the earlier of the two dates will be used as the basis for refunds.

Academic Regulations
Individual Academic Responsibilities
College Regulations
Students are responsible for acquainting themselves with the regulations of the College as outlined in the student handbook. Ignorance of the regulations does not excuse any student from responsibility for abiding by the academic norms.

Provision of Information
Students are responsible for supplying standard information on their own personal background and academic history for admissions purposes in a clear, concise, and accurate manner. Misrepresentation in this respect is a serious matter.

Curricular Standards

Students are responsible for proper behavior during classes and for meeting the requirements of class attendance, test dates, and assignment deadlines.
Students are responsible for their own academic performance. Cheating is unacceptable and only materials specifically authorized by the instructor may be used during examinations.
Students are responsible for the integrity of their academic work. This means that work done should be the student's own, respectful of the purposes of the assignment. Using term papers obtained through the internet or other sources, obtaining answer sheets or test copies to aid test taking, and plagiarism are recognized forms of academic misconduct.
Plagiarism is a serious violation that is sometimes misunderstood. "Three different acts are considered plagiarism: (1) failing to cite quotations and borrowed ideas, (2) failing to enclose borrowed language in quotations, and (3) failing to put summaries and paraphrases in your own words" (Hacker, Diana. A Writers Reference, 6th ed. Boston: Bedford, 2007.).
Complaint Procedures for Academic Misconduct
1. In all cases of alleged misconduct, the faculty will check with the Dean of the Campus for any record of prior offenses.
2. If the case is a first offense, the faculty member may choose to give the student a verbal or written warning and may administer sanctions if he or she deems it appropriate. Such sanctions may include but are not limited to a failing grade in the assignment. The faculty member will submit a written record of the warning and any action taken to the Dean of the Campus for placement in the student's file.
3. If the case is a second offense, or if the faculty member deems a first offense too serious to be dealt with as above, the faculty member will report the offense directly to the Dean. The Dean will then proceed according to the terms defined in the Student Code of Conduct to be found elsewhere in this document.

Information on Plagiarism
Using someone else's ideas or phrasing and representing those ideas or phrasing as your own, either on purpose or through carelessness, is a serious offense known as plagiarism. "Ideas or phrasing" includes written or spoken material, of course - from whole papers and paragraphs to sentences, and, indeed, phrases - but it also includes statistics, lab results, art work, etc. "Someone else" can mean a professional source, such as a published writer or critic in a book, magazine, encyclopedia, or journal, an electronic resource such as material you discover on the World Wide Web, another student at your school or anywhere else a paper-writing "service" offers to sell written papers for a fee.

Let us suppose, for example, that you're doing a paper for Music Appreciation on the child prodigy years of the composer and pianist Franz Liszt and that you've read about the development of the young artist in several sources. In Alan Walker's book Franz Liszt: The Virtuoso Years (Ithaca: 1983), you read that Liszt's father encouraged him, at age six, to play the piano from memory, to sight-read music and above all to improvise. You can report in your paper (and in your own words ) that Liszt was probably the most gifted of the child prodigies making their mark in Europe in the mid-nineteenth century because that is the kind of information you could have gotten from a number of sources; it has become what we call common knowledge. However, if you report on the boy's father's role in this prodigy's development, you should give proper credit to Alan Walker. You could write, for instance, the following: Franz Liszt's father encouraged him, as early as six, to practice skills that later served him as an internationally recognized prodigy (Walker 59). Or, you could write something like this: Alan Walker notes that, under the tutelage of his father, Franz Liszt began work in earnest on his piano playing at the age of six (59). Not to give Walker credit for this important information is plagiarism.

Some More Examples:
[The following examples are borrowed for the Center for Academic Development at Smith College, Northampton, Massachusetts, and are used here with the CAD's permission.]

Here is our original text from Elaine Tyler May's "Myths and Realities of the American Family":

Because women's wages often continue to reflect the fiction that men earn the family wages, single mothers rarely earn enough to support themselves and their children adequately. And because work is still organized around the assumption that mothers stay home with children, even though few mothers can afford to do so, child-care facilities in the United States remain woefully inadequate.

Here are some possible uses of this text. As you read through each version, try to decide if it is a legitimate use of May's text or plagiarism.

Version A:

Since women's wages often continue to reflect the mistaken notion that men are the main wage earners in the family, single mothers rarely make enough to support themselves and their children very well. Also, because work is still based on the assumption that mothers stay home with children, facilities for child-care remain woefully inadequate in the United States.

Plagiarism in Version A:

There is too much direct borrowing in sentence structure and working. The writer changes some words, drops one phrase, and adds some new language, but the overall text closely resembles May's. Even with a citation, the writer is still plagiarizing because the lack of quotation marks indicates that Version A is a paraphrase, and should thus be in the writer's own language.

Version B:

As Elaine Tyler May points out, "women's wages often continue to reflect the fiction that men earn the family wage" (588). Thus many single mothers cannot support themselves and their children adequately. Furthermore, since work is based on the assumption that mothers stay home with children, facilities for day care in the country are still "woefully inadequate." (May 589).

Plagiarism in Version B:

The writer now cites May, so we're closer to telling the truth about our text's relationship to the source, but this text continues to borrow too much language.

Version C:

By and large, our economy still operates on the mistaken notion that men are the main bread winners in the family. Thus, women continue to earn lower wages than men. This means, in effect, that many single mothers cannot earn a decent living. Furthermore, adequate day care is not available in the United States because of the mistaken assumption that mothers remain at home with their children.

Plagiarism In Version C:

Version C shows good paraphrasing of wording and sentence structure, but May's original ideas are not acknowledged. Some of May's points are common knowledge (women earn less than men, many single mothers live in poverty), but May uses this common knowledge to make a specific and original point and her original conception of this idea is not acknowledged.

Version D:

Women today still earn less than men - so much less that many single mothers and their children liver near or below the poverty line. Elaine Tyler May argues that this situation stems in part from: "the fiction that men earn the family wage" (588). May further suggests that the American workplace still operates on the assumption that mothers with children stay home to care for them (589). This assumption, in my opinion, does not have the force it once did. More and more businesses offer in-house day-care facilities...

Plagiarism in Version D:

No plagiarism. The writer makes use of the common knowledge in May's work, but acknowledges May's original conclusion and does not try to pass it off as his or her own. The quotation is properly cited, as is a later paraphrase of another of May's ideas.

Penalty for Plagiarism:

The penalty for plagiarism is usually determined by the instructor teaching the course involved. In many schools and colleges, it could involve failure for the paper and it could mean failure for the entire course and even expulsion from school. Ignorance of the rules about plagiarism is no excuse, and carelessness is just as bad as purposeful violation. At the very least, however, students who plagiarize have cheated themselves out of the experience of being responsible members of the academic community and have cheated their classmates by pretending to contribute something original which is, in fact, a cheap copy.

http://cctc.comment.edu/mla.htm

Prepared by the Humanities Department
And the Authur C. Banks, Jr. Library
Capital Community College
Hartford, Connecticut

See Hacker, Diana. (2007). A Writer's Reference. 6th Ed. Boston, MA, Bedford/St. Martin's for further information on plagiarism.

Speech and Expression
In the exercise of their rights of free speech and expression, students should respect the sensitivities and corresponding rights of others.

Academic Freedom Rights
Disclosure of Information under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

Each and every registered student of the College (hereinafter "a student") has the right to review his/her own educational records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. The following material may not be reviewed: private notations in the sole possession of one person, parents' confidential statements, and psychiatric and medical records. However, a physician or other professional of the student's choice may view psychiatric and medical records.
A student has the right to place in his/her own education records material of an explanatory nature concerning any item held therein. Any such material shall bear a notation that it was placed in the file at the student's request.
A student has the right to waive his/her right to access to any materials in his/her education record. No such waiver shall be effective unless it is made in writing. All materials collected during the time such waiver was in effect shall be exempt from access by the student during any future examination of the record by the student.
A student has the right to refuse access to his/her education record or to any item contained therein, to any person or agency not authorized in the Act. Those who are authorized under the Act include school officials and faculty who have a legitimate educational interest; officials of other schools in which a student seeks to enroll; certain federal and state educational agencies.
A student has the right to request that his/her own education records be amended if they are inaccurate, misleading, or violate his/her privacy or other rights.
A complete text of the Act, as well as those Federal regulations issued under the Act, is available for inspection in the office of the Chief Academic Officer and Dean of the Campus.

Curricular Standard

A student has the right to pursue any course of study available at the College providing that he/she can be accommodated within the program, meet the requirements for entering, and continue to meet the requirements in the program.
A student shall have the right to know at the beginning of each semester, ordinarily during the first week of class, the criteria to be used by the instructor in determining grades in each course.
A student shall have the right to have his/her own tests and written material with instructor's marks and grades, and the instructor shall have the duty to make this material available within a reasonable time.
Upon request, a student shall have the right to have his/her grade on such written material explained by the instructor. A request for such explanation must be made within one week after the written material, as graded, is made available to the student.
If a student believes that his/her final grade is the product of the instructor's bias, whimsy, or caprice, rather than a judgment on the merits or demerits of his/her own academic performance, the student must follow the procedure described in this subsection.

Academic Appeals Procedure

Grades appeals must take place during the three (3) month period following the end of the term in which the course was taken if a student believes that the instructor has failed to follow stated grading policy and other procedures and objectives as outlined in the syllabus, has evidenced discrimination in evaluation of individual achievement, has failed to provide students tests or other written material within a reasonable time after grading, or in other manner demonstrated bias, whimsy, or caprice.
After receiving an explanation from the instructor in the course, the student may make a formal complaint to the instructor, giving IN WRITING his/her reasons for thinking the grade was not based on the academic performance of the student. The instructor shall reply in writing within three weeks.
If dissatisfied with the explanation that has been given, the student may appeal to the Department Chair (or the Associate Dean of the appropriate Campus) who will:
1. Request copies from the student of the written formal complaint to the instructor and the instructor's response.
2. Advise and assist the student in a further attempt to resolve the problem at a personal level.
Academic Appeals Committee:
If the student remains dissatisfied with the explanation that has been given, he/she may initiate a formal appeal by requesting a hearing from a special Academic Appeals Committee consisting of faculty members appointed by the Chief Academic Officer of the College or designee.
1. The faculty member who is accused of bias, whimsy, or caprice and the student complainant each present to the Academic Appeals Committee their analysis of the facts of the case.
2. If the Dean has already found no evidence of unfair grading, he/she will also have the opportunity to present the results of his/her investigation concerning the merits of the student's complaint.
3. The burden of proof in the Academic Appeal shall be on the complainant.
4. Authority for determining grades normally rests with the instructor, especially when the instructor is acting in accordance with policies that have been clearly spelled out in the course syllabus: therefore, the Academic Appeals Committee shall not substitute its academic judgment for the instructor, but shall investigate and adjudicate only the complaint of bias, whimsy, or caprice.
5. If it is found that the grade given was neither biased, nor whimsical, nor capricious, the case shall be dismissed. If it is found that the grade given was the product of bias, whimsy, or caprice, the Academic Appeals Committee shall present its recommendation to the Chief Academic Officer of the College. The decision of the Chief Academic Officer shall be final and shall be communicated in writing to the student, the instructor, and to the registrar if a grade change is needed. Only the Chief Academic Officer or designee may submit such a change. It shall be accompanied by a notation "By Appeal" and shall be included in the student's file.

Because the college believes that every student and faculty should be treated as an individual, there may be times where all or part of this procedure is changed or omitted in circumstances of a very personal or sensitive nature.

Speech and Expression of Opinion

Freedom of Expression and Assembly:
1. The student enjoys the essential freedoms of scholarship and inquiry central to all institutions of higher education. In exercising these freedoms, the student has certain rights and responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following:
  1. To have reasonable access to campus resources and facilities.
  2. To inquire, discuss, listen to, and evaluate.
  3. To listen to any person brought to campus through the invitation of organizations recognized by the institution.
  4. To sponsor and support a free and independent press which adheres to the canons of responsible journalism.
  5. To not violate the rights of others in matters of expression and assembly.
  6. To abide by policies, rules, and regulations of the Board of Trustees and the College Administration pertaining to freedom of expression and assembly.
Freedom of Assembly:
Students may organize whatever associations they deem desirable and are entitled to affiliate with any group or organization for which they qualify for membership. However, institutional recognition of student organizations shall be limited to those whose purposes comply with the educational mission of the College as defined by the Board of Trustees and the administration.
Right of Privacy:
1. The student is entitled to the same safeguards of his/her rights and freedoms of citizenship as are afforded his/her peers outside the academic community including, but not limited to, the following:
  1. Private communication on a one-to-one basis with faculty, administrators, counselors, and other institutional representatives.
  2. Respect for his/her person, including freedom from unreasonable and unauthorized searches of his/her property/person.
  3. Confidentiality of his/her academic and disciplinary records.
  4. Legitimate evaluations made from his/her records.
Academic Rights and Responsibilities:
1. Chatfield College shall promulgate, subject to the control of the Board of Trustees, the academic requirements for graduation, the conditions leading to and attendant upon academic probation, and the requirements for student honesty and originality of expression.
  1. The student is responsible for fulfilling course work requirements.
  2. The student shall be graded solely on performance measured against academic and related standards.
  3. The student shall be protected against prejudicial or capricious evaluation.
Citizenship Responsibilities
1. The student is expected, as are all citizens, to respect and abide by local ordinances, and state and federal statutes, both on and off the campus. As a member of the educational community, he/she is expected to abide by Chatfield College's Student Code of Conduct, attached hereto, which clarifies those behavioral standards considered essential to its educational mission.

Registration
Calendar, Credit, and Course Load
Chatfield College operates on a semester system. The fall and spring semesters are 15 weeks each. Most courses carry three semester credits and meet 2.5 hours once a week. Courses held during the shortened summer term, and courses with more or fewer than three credit hours, are adjusted accordingly. For comparison purposes and evaluation of transfer credits, it should be noted that two semester credit hours equal three quarter credit hours. Full-time students are required to take a minimum of 12 semester hours per term. Students may not enroll for more than 18 hours per term. Exceptions to this rule may be made only under special circumstances. See the Registrar's Office for more information.

Cornerstone and Capstone
Beginning with students entering Chatfield College in the Fall of 2007, we will begin the new requirements for graduation that include both GEN105 - Cornerstone, and GEN 201 - Capstone, courses.
Both courses will be required for every student to complete before graduation. The Cornerstone course MUST be taken the first semester and the Capstone course will be taken in the last semester. Each course is 1 credit hour.

Therefore the total hours for graduation with an Associate's Degree will be increased from 62 to 64 credit hours for students entering Fall 2007 semester or later.

Another component of this requirement will be an e-portfolio to be completed by the students during their time here at Chatfield. They will begin the portfolio in the Cornerstone course and complete and present the finished portfolio in the Capstone course. The portfolio will be managed online by the student and their advisor.
The capstone course will give students an opportunity to reflect, demonstrate newly acquired skills, present themselves professionally and celebrate their successful achievements with Chatfield.

Course Sequencing
When selecting courses and planning schedules, students should pay close attention to the level of the course as indicated by the course number. Higher course numbers generally reflect more advanced skill-levels.

090-099 Developmental Courses
Courses with numbers such as 097, 098, and 099 are designed to help students develop the basic skills necessary for success in the challenging courses that lie ahead. Although transferable credit is not awarded, this coursework enables students to build the skills and confidence needed for college-level work. Courses in preparatory English, Reading and Math are among the most important in our curriculum because they provide vital preparation for later classes. These courses are offered on a pass/no pass basis.

100-199 Lower-level Courses
Courses numbered in the 100's are introductory with emphasis on both content and basic skills. Some courses such as English Composition, Oral Communications, and Critical Thinking should normally be taken during the first year because they are so important for success in later classes. Introductory classes allow students to explore various fields while meeting core requirements.

200-399 Upper-level Courses
Courses numbered 200-399 focus on specific areas within their respective disciplines. A 100-leve course may be required as a prerequisite to an upper-level course. Courses numbered in the 300's are third-year courses.

200 and 300 level courses offer more advanced content. The written work required in these courses assumes that the basic skills covered in the 100-level courses have been mastered. Freshmen must be aware of this before enrolling in a course about the 200-level. The few courses offered at the 300-level are the most challenging in the curriculum. Occasionally, special topical seminars may be offered at the 300-level. These courses are open to students with over 40 credits or by permission of the Dean of the Campus. They are especially appropriate for students entering into the third year at Chatfield.

Registration Procedure
Students are urged to make an appointment with their advisor before selecting courses for the upcoming term and may register from the time the course schedule is available until the start of the semester. Early registration is strongly encouraged. Off-campus classes have enrollment procedures tailored to the circumstances on-site. The enrollment process consists of four steps:

Completion of admissions records.
Selection of courses with counseling from advisor.
Payment and/or financial arrangements with the Finance Office.
Completion of financial aid process, if applicable.

Students who have not completed all steps may be deleted from official class lists. Enrollment for subsequent semesters is blocked until financial obligations from the previous semester are met.

GCCU Cross-Registration
Students wishing to cross-register for courses at any of the colleges in the Greater Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities may register with the Registrar using cross-registration forms. Individual conferences with counselors from these colleges are recommended if students plan to pursue four-year degrees there.

Repeated Courses
A student may choose to repeat any course. The higher of the two grades will be calculated into the cumulative GPA. Financial aid eligibility varies in such cases; please see the Director of Financial Aid for details.

Class Attendance
Instructors will announce, and include in their syllabus, their own class attendance requirements at the beginning of each semester. Students are expected to meet the attendance requirements of their instructors, including all makeup classes and field trips, as a requisite for satisfactory completion of courses. With classes scheduled once a week, regular attendance is of critical importance. Instructors may request that students withdraw in cases of excessive absences. Students are asked to call the College when they are unable to attend class. Instructors are expected to report unexcused absences to the Registrar's Office during the first two weeks of class.

Drop-Add Period
Students who find it necessary to change schedules may do so during the Drop/Add period as stated on the Academic Calendar. A Change of Schedule form must be completed and signed by the student within this time period. Change of Schedule forms are available in the Registrar's Office and must be signed and dated by the student and a member of the administrative staff. In certain situations, the change of schedule form may be completed with the Registrar via phone. If this procedure is followed, the dropped course will not appear as an attempted course on the student's permanent academic record. The Registrar must approve all schedule changes. Post Secondary students must complete the change of schedule form with their advisors prior to approval of the Registrar. Students who complete the enrollment process, but do not in fact attend classes will be assumed to be enrolled and will be financially obligated for all charges until the Change of Schedule form is completed.

Official Withdrawals
All withdrawals from Chatfield courses must be made within the first 11 weeks of the course. Students carry the responsibility to inform the Registrar's Office in person or in writing when they wish to discontinue attendance in a class for any reason. They are advised to consult with the instructor as well, especially if they have been concerned about completing the class successfully. Proper notification by the withdrawal deadline may save the student money and protect the grade point average. A notation of WD will be made for students who follow official withdrawal procedures after the drop-add period and before the official last day for withdrawal. Failure to complete the withdrawal procedures before the official last day for withdrawal may result in a WF for courses not completed by the student. This is known as unofficial withdrawal.

Grading System
The final grade assignment by the instructor is based on student performance during the semester and on the final examination, if applicable. Each grade is assigned a specific number of grade points per credit hour. The grade point average is determined by dividing the sum of grade points by the total number of credits attempted.

A	Excellent	4 grade points per credit hour
B	Good	3 grade points per credit hour
C	Fair	2 grade points per credit hour
D	Poor	1 grade points per credit hour
F	Failure	0 grade points per credit hour
WF	Failure Due to unofficial withdrawal	0 grade points per credit hour
WD	Official Withdrawal
P/NP	Pass/No Pass
R	Course Repeated
IP	In Progress
AT	Audit	Issued in selected workshops and courses

At the time of registration, students may request the grade of P/NP in regular courses with the Dean's approval. Of the 62 (or 64 for Students registered Fall 2007 or later) credit hours required for a degree, a limit of 9 may be taken on a P/NP basis. The grade of "P" is equivalent to a "C" or better. A student may change from a letter grade to P/NP during the Drop-Add period. R appears on the transcript when the student already has a grade for the same class. IP grades indicate that the student has until the beginning of the next semester, or summer term, to complete work for the class.

IP, WD, R, AT, and P/NP are not included in the GPA computation. Grade reports are sent to students at the end of each semester provided that all library materials have been returned to the library and all bills have been paid or arrangements have been made.

In Progress
The grade of "IP" indicates that the student has done passing work in a course but has not fulfilled all the course requirements by the end of the semester. The course requirements, as determined by the instructor, must be completed before the start of the next term or sooner. The student has a responsibility to confer with the instructor concerning completion before the end of the semester. Based on this conference, the instructor must submit to the Registrar an "IP" contract describing the work to be completed and mutually acceptable terms for getting work to the instructor for a final grade. A student who does not make up the work within the allotted time will receive an "F" unless the "IP" contract specifies otherwise.

Audit
A student wishing to enroll for a course and choosing to receive neither credit nor a letter grade is considered to be auditing the course. Any regular course offered by the College, as well as workshops, seminars, and special courses, may be audited. Reduced tuition, payable before the course begins, is charged for students who audit classes. Students changing from audit status to credit status must pay the remainder of the tuition rate for a credit course. With the permission of the instructor and the Registrar, a student may change from audit to credit, or from credit to audit. This must be done with in the first 60 percent of the term.

Advanced Placement
Advanced placement gives recognition to students who qualify for college-level work. Any student who passes the Advanced Placement Examination of the College Entrance Examination Board with a score of three or better will be awarded placement or credit toward graduation.

Credit by Examination
Through the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), persons of all ages and backgrounds have an opportunity to obtain recognition for college-level achievement, regardless of where or how the knowledge was acquired. Anyone entering or currently attending Chatfield may take CLEP examinations and seek credit by submitting an official CLEP transcript to the College for evaluation. CLEP tests can not count for more than 5 semester classes. Also, CLEP credit does not count toward the 17 hours of residency required by Chatfield College.

Credit for Learning Gained Through Life Experience
Chatfield College recognizes that formal, classroom learning is not the only education that influences students. Some institutions grant college credits for this life experience. However, students should be aware that this credit usually does not transfer to another college. Therefore, Chatfield does not grant credit for prior life experience. Students planning to complete a four-year degree at another institution should contact that institution to verify their policy on credits given for prior life experience.

Transfer Credits
Students wishing to transfer credit earned at another accredited academic institution must submit an official transcript to the Registrar's Office for evaluation. The student must have earned a grade of C or higher for a class to be considered for transfer credit. The Registrar's Office will evaluate each transcript and award credit for equivalent Chatfield courses on a case-by-case basis. Grades earned for transfer credit will be printed on a student's Chatfield transcript, but will not be calculated into the student's cumulative GPA. In order to receive a Chatfield College Associate of Arts degree, students must complete the last 17 credit hours of their degree at Chatfield College.

Internships
Each semester, for-credit internships can be arranges with area employers at the student's request. The Enrollment Coordinators or the Registrar coordinates internships with area employers. For each college credit earned, students are expected to complete thirty-five (35) hours of on-site experience.

Independent Study Courses
Students who wish to supplement work in their field of concentration with a special topic not offered that semester may request an independent study course. Independent study forms are available in the Registrar's Office. These forms should be completed and returned to the Registrar by the end of the Drop-Add period. The student is responsible for initiating the request and working with the Registrar and the Instructor in formulating and completing course requirements. The approval of the Dean of the Campus is necessary. Independent study assumes that the students will take more responsibility for their own learning than in a regularly scheduled course, including increased reading, research and writing assignments. All registration, tuition, and credit policies apply to independent study courses.

Confidentiality of Student Records
The Family Educational and Privacy Act of 1974 (as amended) enumerates the rights of students and parents to access most records held by educational institutions. The law further stipulates parents or eligible students be informed of the types of records held and the officials responsible for such records.

Student records maintained at Chatfield College and officials who administer them are as follows:

Admissions - Enrollment Coordinators
Academic Counseling and Academic Records - Registrar
Financial Aid Records - Director of Financial Aid
Student Accounts - Director of Finance

Upon producing proper identification, Chatfield students have the right to view, inspect, and challenge the accuracy of their official records. The law further gives students the right to attach written explanations to their records.

Transcripts
Students who wish to obtain transcripts of academic work completed at Chatfield College must make a written request to the Office of the Registrar. Official transcripts are sent only to those individuals or institutions designated in writing by the student. Unofficial transcripts may be issued directly to the student by their advisor. If the student requests an official transcript sent to them, it will be marked "issued to student." A nominal fee will be charged for each transcript. No transcripts will be issued for an applicant whose financial obligations to the College have not been met.

The Dean's List
At the conclusion of the semester, the Dean of the College will publish a list of full-time students who, in that term, completed a minimum of 12 graded hours with a GPA of at least 3.50. The spring semester Dean's List will include part-time students who have completed 12 or more graded hours with a GPA of at least 3.50 during the preceding year (summer, fall and spring). Students who are registered for a portion of their course load at another college through the Greater Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities are eligible for the Chatfield Dean's List on the basis of their total number of hours. Persons with grades "IP", "D", "WF" or "F" are not eligible for the Dean's List.

Standard of Conduct and Conditions for Dismissal
Conduct disruptive to the educational process will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal at the discretion of the President and/or Chief Academic Officer.

Grievances
Any constituent of the College wishing to make a complaint or appeal regarding inappropriate college policy or academic/administrative practices is to meet with the appropriate faculty or administrative personnel to cooperatively seek a remedy. In the event that this does not prove satisfactory, the aggrieved party may appeal to a Grievance Committee appointed by the Chief Academic Officer.

Standards for Academics Progress
Academic Progress is determined by two factors: cumulative GPA and rate of completion of attempted courses.

To remain in good academic standing, students must maintain a 2.00 cumulative GPA ("C" average).
Degree seeking students must complete requirements for the Associate of Arts degree within the first 82 attempted semester hours of coursework. A full-time student thus has a maximum time frame of 6.5 semesters in which to complete the degree. Less than full-time students could have an allowable time frame adjusted according to the level of enrollment, e.g. half-time students may be allowed 13 semesters to complete. A degree with concentrations in two areas will be allowed additional completion time proportional to the number of additional required courses. Additional time will not be allowed toward a third concentration. In order to complete the degree within the time frame given above, students must successfully complete at least 75 percent of their attempted courses. At Chatfield, a beginning student may complete fewer than 75 percent during the first year of studies without being in academic difficulty, to allow time to work out the problems of attending school while working and caring for families. Therefore, of the first 12 attempted hours, students must successfully complete at least 6 hours - fifty percent. Of the first 24 attempted hours, students must successfully complete at least 16 hours - sixty-seven percent. By the time 36 hours have been attempted, and thereafter, students will be expected to have successfully completed 75 percent of their total attempted hours.

Probation and Dismissal
Students failing to meet either of the requirements for satisfactory academic progress will be granted the equivalent of one full-time semester in which to raise their grade point average and/or complete the required percentage of hours attempted. Students with a GPA of less than 1.0 for their first 12 credit hours may be dismissed at the discretion of the Chief Academic Officer. Students may appeal decisions regarding probation and dismissal in writing to the Chief Academic Officer. Part time students with a GPA of less than 1.0 for their first semester will be placed on probation.

A student who does not make the required improvement during the probationary period will be dismissed. A student who is receiving financial aid will be denied further financial aid. For this reason, it is important to contact the Office of Financial Aid when problems arise which may affect course completion.

Courses for which a "D" is earned are considered completed courses. Overall GPA must be 2.00 or above, however. Courses that are officially dropped within the Drop-Add period are not considered attempted courses. Any withdrawal that occurs after the Drop-Add period is considered to be non-completion of an attempted course.

If students who are in probationary status receive "IP" grades at the end of a probationary semester, they will be permitted to enroll the following semester if the period normally allowed for "IP" completion has not yet ended. The student will be informed of his or her continuing standing by the end of the subsequent semester. However, if the student again receives "IP"s at the close of the subsequent semester, academic progress will be calculated with the "IP"s treated as non-completed attempted hours.

When required courses are repeated for the purpose of achieving a passing grade or a transferable grade, only the higher of the two grades will be calculated into the GPA. However, for purposes of calculating rate of completion, both courses will be considered attempted courses.

Conditions for Re-entrance after Dismissal for Unsatisfactory Progress
The Chief Academic Officer and a faculty committee may readmit students dismissed because of unsatisfactory progress after a review. The student's request should be made in writing to the Chief Academic Officer and should demonstrate that the causes of the previous difficulty have been resolved. The Chief Academic Officer may request input from outside sources if more information is needed for a decision. It is recommended that at least a year elapse from the time of the dismissal to the time of the application for readmission.

Application for Graduation
A graduation ceremony is held each spring. Students who intend to graduate in the spring Commencement exercises must complete an Intent to Graduate form prior to the end of the fall semester. Though students who complete their degree requirements in the fall semester will not receive diplomas until the spring ceremony, their transcripts will indicate that they graduated at the end of the fall semester.

Students who enrolled during the spring semester must complete all academic requirements before the Commencement ceremony. Students who have completed the core requirements but have six hours or less of remaining graduation requirements in their concentration may participate in the spring Commencement ceremony. However, these students will be considered graduates of the term in which they completed all requirements. Diplomas will be held until all financial and academic obligations to the College have been met.

Student Services

Library
Mission Statement
Chatfield College Library is dedicated to supporting the academic program, developing students' research skills, and providing the College community with access to information.

Library hours are posted each semester. Borrowing privileges are extended not only to Chatfield students, faculty, and staff, but also to members of the local community.

The St. Martin Library houses a collection of approximately 18,000 volumes, 25 newspapers and periodicals, and a small number of videotapes. A branch library has also been created at the Cincinnati campus. Students at both campuses also have access to the Internet.

Chatfield College is a member of the Southeastern Ohio Regional (SEO) Library Consortium, which provides access to over 7 million books, videos, audios, CD's, and DVD's. Faculty and students may place holds on these items using a Chatfield Library Card and any computer with Internet access.

How to Use the Internet to Find Books and Articles
Chatfield College Library resources are available through the College's website: www.chatfield.edu Just click on Student Services and drop down to Library to find the following links.

Southeastern Ohio Regional Libraries (SEO)
This database provides a catalog of more than 7 million books and videos available from member libraries. Chatfield has added its collection to this database. Using your Chatfield Library Card and a computer with Internet access, you can place holds on materials. Items requested from the SEO database that are not part of the Chatfield collection will usually take a day or two to arrive at Chatfield through interlibrary loan.

SEO Database

WorldCat
WorldCat is the world's largest catalog of library content and services. Chatfield is not a member of World Car. However, materials found there can be obtained by printing the book information and bringing that sheet of information to one of the library branches. These books may take up to two weeks to arrive.

http://www.worldcat.org

Ohio Public Library Information Network (OPLIN)
It is possible to access over 50 research databases through OPLIN. All that is needed is a computer with Internet access.

Go to the OPLIN website at: http://www.oplin.org
From the left-hand column select "Research Databases"
Enter your zip code
Proceed to search your topic with the "One Search" option

Facts on File
This site includes the following full-text databases:

Facts on File World News Digest
Issues and Controversies
Today's Science
The World Almanac Reference Database and the World Almanac Encyclopedia

http://www.2facts.com
Username: chatfieldcoll
Password: facts

Internet Public Library (IPL)
The IPL, is a public service organization that provides library services to Internet users. Activities include: finding, evaluating, selecting, organizing, describing, and creating information resources; and direct assistance to individuals.

http://www.ipl.org

Librarian's Index to the Internet (LII)
"Information You Can Trust." LII offers a searchable, browsable collection of over 16,000 high-quality websites that have been librarian approved.

http://www.lii.org

Note: For additional help with finding books and articles on the Internet, contact the library at the St. Martin Campus

Learning Center
All students are encouraged to come to the Learning Center for additional academic support. Services include peer tutoring in writing, math, computer, and study skills. In addition, tutorial software is available. All Learning Center services are offered free of charge. Interested students should contact the Librarian. Tutoring is also available at the Cincinnati Campus. See the Dean of the Findlay Market Campus.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

THE ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE

Chatfield's curriculum is based on the liberal arts and leads to the Associate of Arts degree. In the root sense, liberal means free. Chatfield's broad-based program encourages each student to become more authentically free - by learning personal skills that build self-confidence and flexibility for life-long success, and by exploring a range of options to develop career choices.

Chatfield's educational program includes two main parts: general education requirements and concentration requirements. General education requirements include courses from a range of subjects - some are specified, most are electives (courses chosen by the student) - to promote a broad knowledge base grounded in the humanities and appropriate for all students. Concentration requirements enable students to begin to focus, or concentrate, on specific professional options. Some concentration courses may also satisfy general education requirements. In these cases, students do not earn double course credits, but they do satisfy double requirements, thereby creating more time for elective courses. Electives allow students to explore other personal interests. The total number of semester credit hours required for the Associate of Arts degree is 62.

Chatfield has a residency requirement of 17 hours. Advising during the registration process each semester provides direction in creating an educational plan that meets the student's professional and/or personal goals.

GENERAL EDUCATION CORE REQUIREMENTS

In pursuing the 64 semester credit hours required for the Associate of Arts degree, the student must complete 39 semester credit hours of general education core courses.

ENG 101 English Composition I	3 credit hours
ENG 102W English Composition II	3 credit hours
SPE 105 Oral Communications	3 credit hours
INF 125 Introduction to Computer	3 credit hours
Religious Studies Elective	3 credit hours
Philosophy Elective	3 credit hours
Literature or History elective	3 credit hours
Art, Music, or Theater Elective	3 credit hours
Sociology or Psychology Elective	3 credit hours
Political Science or Economics Elective	3 credit hours
MAT 125 or higher	3 credit hours
Science Elective	4 credit hours
Cornerstone (Effective Fall 2007)	1 credit hours
Capstone (Effective Fall 2007)	1 credit hours

Total	39 credit hours

Students must demonstrate basic proficiency in writing skills as a prerequisite for English Composition. Certain courses are writing intensive and are designated by a "W" following the course number on the schedule and student's transcript. There is also a placement test to determine the appropriate mathematics course for each student. Students who are weak in English, reading, or mathematics will be placed in an appropriate level course. Students will not be denied admission due to low placement test scores.

CONCENTRATIONS

In addition to the General Education Core Requirements, students may select a concentration in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or Business. In some cases, courses may apply toward both the general education core and the requirements for the individual concentrations. Students may also choose to not have a concentration and pursue a more general course of studies in Liberal Arts. Only the Liberal Arts course of study is offered at the Cincinnati Campus. This general course of study prepares students for a wide range of four-year programs. Students must complete 62 hours in disciplines offered by Chatfield, including 39 credit hours of general education core requirements.

BUSINESS CONCENTRATION

The Business concentration combines college business courses with general education core requirements. The Business concentration provides skills that make students more productive in their current jobs or eligible for new positions. It also prepares students to transfer to four-year institutions to continue their education toward a baccalaureate degree in business or a related field.

These courses comprise the Business Concentration requirements:

BUS 101 Principles of Accounting I	3 credit hours
BUS 102 Principles of Accounting II	3 credit hours
BUS 241 Elements of Statistics	3 credit hours
BUS 253 Principles of Economics I	3 credit hours
BUS 254 Principles of Economics II	3 credit hours
BUS 271 Principles of Management	3 credit hours
BUS 275 Principles of Marketing	3 credit hours
Any Business Elective	3 credit hours

Total	24 credit hours

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CONCENTRATION

The Early Childhood Education concentration combines the liberal arts core with early childhood education courses. This concentration provides a broad foundation to give students maximum flexibility in pursuing interests in early childhood education. Students choosing the Early Childhood Education Concentration will complete courses necessary for transfer to a four-year institution in pursuit of a PreK-3 teaching licensure.

For students seeking the beginning coursework for a teaching degree in grades 4-9 or grades 7-12, the program offers four education courses plus additional courses in the various disciplines.

These courses comprise the Early Childhood Education Concentration:

EDU 102 Foundations of Education	4 credit hours
EDU/PSY 241 Educational Psychology	3 credit hours
EDU/PSY 211 Early Childhood Development	3 credit hours
EDU/ENG 227 Literature for Young Children	3 credit hours
EDU 223 Integrated Fine Arts for Young Children	3 credit hours
EDU 217 Instructional Technology	1 credit hours
EDU/SOC 237 Community, School, & Family Diversity	4 credit hours
EDU 215 Programs and Practices in Early Childhood	3 credit hours
ENG 251 Phonics & Structure of the English Language	3 credit hours

Total	27 credit hours

HUMAN SERVICES CONCENTRATION

The Human Services concentration combines liberal arts study with a social services curriculum. The program prepares students for entry-level human service positions, as well as for transfer to four-year institutions to earn a baccalaureate degree in human services areas of specialization. Human Services encompasses a vast variety of educational and employment opportunities, and students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of advisors to assist in decision-making.

These courses comprise the Human Services Concentration:

HUS 101 Introduction to Human Services	3 credit hours
SCI 102 Human Biology	4 credit hours
PSY 101 General Psychology	3 credit hours
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology	3 credit hours
PSY 114 Lifespan Development	3 credit hours
HUS 221 Introduction to Social Work	3 credit hours
PSY 112 Human Relations	3 credit hours

Suggested Electives:	3 credit hours
POL 101 Introduction to Political Science
BUS 372 Small Business Management
PHI 211 Ethics
POL 113 U.S. Government
PSY 340 Abnormal Psychology
SOC 235 Social Problems

Total	25 credit hours

LIBERAL ARTS COURSE OF STUDY

This general course of study prepares students for a wide range of four-year programs. Beginning in the Fall of 2007, students must complete the 39 hours of general education core requirements, an additional 25 hours of general electives.

It is the goal of the Liberal Arts course of study to increase students' knowledge of history, religion, philosophy and the social sciences. Students will increase their ability to read with comprehension in a number of areas, to do research, and to write academic papers. The increased knowledge of liberal arts will enable students to become creative thinkers who can analyze, synthesize and critically evaluate problems, ideas and solutions. They will also examine values and ethical beliefs.

SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT CURRICULUM

Chatfield College offers a series of courses approved by the Social Worker Professional Standards Committee of the Ohio Counselor, Social Work & Marriage and Family Therapist Board on May 17, 2007. These courses provide an opportunity for graduates earning the Associates Degree to work in the Human Services fields while completing their Bachelor Degree coursework.

According to the Ohio Revised Code, A Certified Social Work Assistant registered in the State of Ohio may legally work as follows:

§ 4757.26. ORC Authorized activities of independent social worker, social worker or social work assistant.
D) A person who receives a certificate of registration to practice as a social work assistant is not authorized to engage in the practice of social work. A social work assistant, under the direct supervision of a psychologist, psychiatrist, professional clinical counselor, professional counselor, independent social worker, social worker, or registered nurse who holds a master's degree in psychiatric nursing, may provide human, social, and community services that include intake assessment and referral, screening, crisis intervention and resolution, community support, case management and outreach, record keeping, social assessment, visual observation of an individual in the individual's environment, assistance in facilitation with groups and families, advocacy, and orientation, education, and prevention services.

Requirements for A Certificate Of Registration As A Social Worker Assistant
The applicant shall complete an application and at the time of application shall have received at least an associate degree in social service technology from an accredited academic institution where the following standards are met:

A social service technology degree is an associate degree from a two-year program where the following minimum curriculum standards are met:

45 quarter hours, or 30 semester hours of core social service/social work skills, theory, and systems courses including a social service practicum; and

21 quarter hours or 14 semester hours, of related courses such as psychology, sociology, and economics; and

The applicant must have received a grade of at least a C- in all coursework.

Applicants are required to have an official college transcript, showing conferred degree(s), sent directly to the Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Student copies are not acceptable.

CHECKLIST

Chatfield College course offerings available to students seeking Registration as an Ohio Social Work Assistant.

Core Social Service/Social Work Skills, Theory and Systems Courses

Course

Credits

HUS 108 Health, Safety, and Nutrition (3 credits) Also listed as EDU 108	3
HUS 101 Introduction to Human Services (3 credits)	3
HUS 221 Introduction to Social Work (3 credits)	3
HUS 306 Addiction Studies (3 credits)	3
HUS 309 Issues in Physical and Sexual Abuse (3 credits) .	3
HUS 310 Case Management (3 credits)	3
HUS 311 Proposal Writing (1 credit)	1
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3 credits)	3
SOC 111 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3 credits).	3
SOC 220 Marriage and Family (3 credits)	3
SOC 235 Social Problems (3 credits)	3
SOC 237 Community, School, and Family Diversity (4 credits) (Required)* Also listed as EDU 237.	4
SOC 265 Criminology (3 credits)	3
TOTAL SOCIAL SERVICE HOURS (Minimum of 30)	3
*Note: Practicum is not listed as a separate course but is a component of SOC 237 Community, School, and Family Diversity (4 credits)

Proposed Related Courses

Course

Credits

PSY 101 General Psychology (3 credits)	3
PSY112 Human Relations (3 credits)	3
PSY 114 Lifespan Development (3 credits)	3
PSY 211 Early Childhood Development (3 credits) Also listed as EDU 211.	3
PSY 300 Independent Study (1-3 credits)	1-3
PSY 327 Theories of Personality (3 credits)	3
PSY 340 Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)	3
PSY 382 Organizational Theory & Behavior (3 credits) Also listed as BUS 382.	3
SOC 236 Business and Society (3 credits) Also listed as BUS 236.	3
SOC 245 Introduction to Appalachian Studies (3 credits)	3
TOTAL RELATED HOURS (Minimum of 14)

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE

ASL 101 Beginning American Sign Language I (3 credits)
An introduction to the signs and interpretations of American Sign Language. Students also study the history and culture that has formed the deaf community as it exists today. Offered only when there is sufficient demand.

ASL 102 Beginning American Sign Language II (3 credits)
A continuation of ASL 101. Offered only when there is sufficient demand.

ART

ART 103 Basic Drawing (3 credits)
A beginning drawing class which emphasizes draftsmanship, creative imagination, and experimental techniques. Basic drawing concepts and media are explored to help develop the skill, the understanding, and the sensitivity of the student.

ART 204 Advanced Drawing (3 credits)
A continuation and expansion of Basic Drawing. Additional drawing techniques and various media are explored, including pastels, markers, and colored pencils. Students (usually able to be guided individually) continue to develop their drawing skills and expressive abilities.

ART 107 Beginning Painting (3 credits)
A studio course in acrylic or watercolor. Emphasis is on various approaches to working with the media: brush, palette knife, glazing, etc. Experiments will be presented in order to further understand pigment as it relates to color. All students will be encouraged to attempt traditional as well as abstract forms.

ART 208 Advanced Painting (3 credits)
A continuation of beginning painting. Students are introduced to new ideas, different approaches and a variety of different media to incorporate with concepts learned previously. Effort will be made to perfect skill and style. Students will be guided individually.

ART 116 Art and Music History and Appreciation (3)
A course designed to introduce the high points of both visual art and music while comparing the similarities and differences between these forms of art. The ages covered will include Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Impressionism, and 20th century.

ART 117 Survey of Art History (3 credits)
This course introduces students to the enjoyment and understanding of the architecture, painting, and sculpture of western civilization. Students learn about the language of art and how people communicate in different time periods and cultures. Styles to be studied include Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Medieval, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, 19th Century, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and early 20th Century. Prerequisite: Reading 099 & English 099.

ART 201 Photography (3 credits)
An introduction to photographic theory and practice with an emphasis on photography as an artistic form of communication. Includes camera and film basics, composition, light and dark values and color theory. Requires a 35mm camera with manual settings.

ART 213 Mixed Media (3 credits)
Artistic creations from a wide variety of objects and materials using collage, assemblage, printing, and painting. Students will work with papers, paint, fabric, inks, and cast-off items to make wall decorations and sculptures.

ART 221 Pottery (3 credits)
Introduction to formal methods, slab building, coil building, wheel throwing, trimming, glazing, and the process of kiln stacking and firing.

ART 199-299-399 Special Topics
Course topics and credits to be announced.

BUSINESS

BUS 101 Principles of Accounting I (3 credits)
Fundamental principles, theory, and practice as applied to private enterprise and partnership accounting.

BUS 102 Principles of Accounting II (3 credits)
Application of basic principles, theory, and practice to organization and operation of corporations, stock transactions, manufacturing accounting, standard costs in budgeting, financial statements, and tax considerations. Prerequisite: BUS 101.

BUS 128 Personal Economics (3 credits)
This introductory finance class teaches basic skills needed to understand and develop a simple investment portfolio. Budgeting and financial forecasting are used to look at retirement planning. 401K investing along with investing in the stock market are reviewed. The basics of income tax preparation, life insurance, home and car purchasing, and debt consolidation are also topics for this course. Will satisfy Franklin University's FINA430 Finance requirement.

BUS 236 Business & Society (3 credits)
This course examines the relationship between business and a changing society. Socioeconomic effects on business are discussed along with the changes needed to adapt to the new ethical environment. Relationships and an understanding of sound business practices relative to the management process are also components of this course. This course also draws on historical and contemporary literature to emphasize current trends in business and society. Also listed as SOC236.

BUS 241 Business Statistics (3 credits)
Basic concepts related to probability and frequency distribution, normal, and binomial estimation. Tests of hypotheses, correlation, and regression. Preparation for fields of education, business, and social science. Prerequisite: MAT 112 or higher. Also listed as MAT241.

BUS 253 Microeconomics (3 credits)
Economic behavior of consumers, producers, and resource owners. This class covers principles of supply and demand for specific goods and services, resource allocation, and the role of pricing are examined.

BUS 254 Macroeconomics (3 credits)
The examination of the economic activity of the economy as a whole. The course studies

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BUSINESS CONCENTRATION

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CONCENTRATION

HUMAN SERVICES CONCENTRATION

LIBERAL ARTS COURSE OF STUDY

SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT CURRICULUM

CHECKLIST

Chatfield College course offerings available to students seeking Registration as an Ohio Social Work Assistant.

Core Social Service/Social Work Skills, Theory and Systems Courses

Proposed Related Courses

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE

ART

BUSINESS