Policies, Procedures, and Other Information

Discovery Term Calendar (See 2008-2009 Academic Calendar for more details.):

January 4 Residence halls open at 2:00pm for those students enrolled in Discovery Term 2009
January 5 Classes begin
January 6 Last day to change registration
January 26 Classes end

Course Information: Courses are typically scheduled 9:00am - 12:00pm, Monday through Friday and are three credit hours, unless otherwise noted. The schedule of meetings, activities, discussion groups, etc., is determined by the needs of each course. Courses may require morning, afternoon, evening, and/or weekend participation. Please note this information in the course description. Enrollment limits are available on the Dana College website. Special fees, prerequisites, and other special information are noted when appropriate.

Full-Time Status: Students must be registered for Discovery Term and must be enrolled in either the Fall 2008 or Spring 2009 semester to be considered a full-time student during Discovery Term. This is especially important for students living in campus housing and athletes in a current season of participation.

Objectives: The Dana Discovery Term is a short term of study between the regular fall and spring semesters. Generally, students choose a three-credit course of concentrated study from the Discovery Term Course Offerings. Discovery Term is designed to be a flexible expansion of the concept of general and liberal education. The freedom in scheduling provides a change of pace from the fixed pattern of the longer fall and spring terms. Some innovative and experimental courses are offered, as well as courses offering general education and/or departmental credit. Opportunity is given for off-campus and field experiences as well as student exchanges with other colleges offering a January academic term. Advanced students may engage in independent intensive study, research, and field experience.

Discovery Term Course Distribution: Each course is designated as receiving departmental credit or interdisciplinary (elective) credit. A course that carries departmental credit may count toward the sponsoring major, minor, or a specific general education requirement (as listed in the Dana College Catalog). Courses which carry an interdisciplinary designation will receive elective credit, which counts toward total hours for graduation, but may not fulfill general education or departmental requirements unless specifically noted.

Directed/Independent Study: Directed study involves completion of regular catalog courses at times other than when offered by the department. Permission from the Associate Dean for Student Success is required for directed studies. Students who wish to enroll in courses listed in the 2005-07 Dana College Catalog, but not listed in the Discovery Term Course Offerings, may consult with the current instructor of that course concerning the advisability and availability of taking that course independently. If the instructor agrees to sponsor that individual in that directed study, the instructor must sign the Independent Study Application form acknowledging their support. The student will then prepare and present a written proposal to the Associate Dean for Student Success outlining the extenuating circumstances and requesting permission to enroll in that course. Registration for that class may be completed if permission is granted.

Inter-Campus Exchange: The Inter-Campus Exchange offers students the opportunity to study during January at other selected colleges. Students interested in such programs may request additional information in the Student Financial Services Office, PM 114. Member colleges of Inter-Campus exchange programs (Dana, Doane, Hastings, and Midland) have reciprocal agreements whereby full-time students may enroll in an inter-campus exchange basis without paying additional tuition. Exchange students are expected to pay for room and board while they are on the host campus, in addition to any special fees for individual courses. Additional charges may be made depending upon the exchange agreement between Dana and other colleges. Students from other colleges who desire to enroll in a Dana discovery term course must apply through their home institution, and coordinate plans through the Registrar.

Fees: There is no separate tuition charge for Discovery Term for full-time Dana students registered for the fall and/or spring semester. There may, however, be special fees for particular courses, including travel courses. These fees are to be paid in the Business Office. Please note this information in the course description.

There is no tuition credit or refund for regularly enrolled students who choose not to enroll in a Discovery Term course. Courses taken through inter-campus exchange may also involve additional expenses that must be paid by the participating student to the host institution.

Discovery Term charges for Dana students who are not registered as a full-time student during the fall or spring semester are $325.00 per credit hour (for Tuition & Fees) and $900.00 (for Room & Board). The cost of books and other supplies are additional.

Room & Board Policies: Full-time residential students, who are either enrolled for the previous fall semester, or are enrolled for the following spring semester, and are enrolled in Discovery Term, are entitled to participate in the college’s room and/or board plans at no additional charge. Students who elect not to enroll for Discovery Term are not permitted to live on campus during that period. No refund of room or board charges is given to students who do not enroll in Discovery Term.

Refund Policy: Students who enroll in Discovery Term courses that require seven or more consecutive days off campus will be eligible for board refund. This will be shown as a credit on the board bill for students who are registered for spring semester. Students must request board refund and furnish verification to the Business Office. Refunds will not be given automatically.

Internships: Internships for academic credit are supervised on-the-job training and work with a cooperating employer or agency approved by the faculty internship supervisor. Generally, they are open to students after their sophomore year in the major. Prerequisites generally include instructor permission, department chair permission, 2.5 GPA, and a minimum of 12-16 hours in the major. Most internships will be for 1-4 credit hours. See the current Dana College catalog for specifics and for information as to whether internship credit will count toward the major.

Internships are student arranged with assistance and suggestions from the faculty internship supervisor, the student’s faculty advisor, and the Director of Career Services. Resources are available in the Career Services Library regarding organizations that may have an interest in sponsoring an intern and internship listings are available online for Dana students at www.collegecentral.com/Dana. One of the major benefits of the internship is the experience gained by the student in researching their field, networking, resume preparation, and applying and interviewing for a position.

For each hour of credit, internships involve a minimum of 40 hours of supervised work. Transportation is the responsibility of the student. Students must pick up an Internship Application form from Career Services (Campus Center). Contact individual faculty internship supervisors for specific prerequisites, requirements, deadlines, and general information.

Students must have a completed and approved application, signed by Career Services, to be able to register for the internship.

You must contact the faculty internship supervisor and Career Services to discuss your internship no later than October 1.

Discovery Term 2009

Accounting (ACC)

1034100003	Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting	1:00-4:00 MTWThF	S. Udey TBA
A study of governmental and nonprofit entities: financial reporting, auditing and budgetary methods. Entities covered include state and local governments, federal government, colleges and universities, and health care organizations. Prerequisite: 10.101 Principles of Accounting I.
1045900003	Accounting Internship 1-4 credits		J. Smith
An integrating experience designed to help the student synthesize knowledge of theory in practical application. A minimum of 40 hours of accounting work supervised by a cooperating employer and an accounting faculty member is required. A maximum of 4 credits are allowed toward the major. Prerequisites: 10.312 Intermediate Accounting, Accounting major, junior standing, 2.5 gpa, and permission of department chair. By arrangement.

Biology (BIO)

1222600003	Animal Behavior	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	C. Delucchi DHS Aud
An introductory course on animal behavior with an emphasis on the evolutionary and ecological aspect of behavior. Topics will include migration, communication, feeding, predation, mating systems and social behavior. Experiments and observations will be conducted both in the laboratory and field. Prerequisite: NAT 32.111 Life Science or BIO 12.121 Introduction to Cell Biology and Genetics; Counts for Human Scientific Inquiry.

Business (BUS)

1320940003	Introduction to Transpersonal Psychology	1:00-4:00 MTWThF	D. Miller TBA
This course will take an in-depth, transpersonal look at Abraham Maslow’s seven levels of Hierarchical Needs using research from Carl Jung, Ernest Holmes, the Cayce foundation, the New Testament, and others. Emphasis will be on the transpersonal behavioral and cultural environment of the individual entity as well as of the corporate entity. Specifically it will look at the two entity’s perception of spirituality and the behavior that culture fosters; ethical and unethical. The student will be encouraged to take a critical and historical look at his/her own belief structure. The student will be provided a transpersonal format for better understanding of his/her own personal spiritual and ethical concerns as well as those of the business world and society at large and to see the relationship of these views relative to moral reality. Included are meditation exercises that will introduce the student to the alpha level of consciousness, the relaxation response, and control of the mind. (Cross-listed as PSY 209) Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Counts for Human Development and Organization.
1345900003	Business Internship 1-4 credits		J. Smith TBA
An integrating experience designed to help the student to synthesize knowledge of theory in practical application. A minimum of 40 hours of work supervised by a cooperating employer and a business faculty member is required per credit earned. A maximum of 4 credits allowed toward the major, 8 credits maximum toward degree. Prerequisites: Business major, junior standing, 2.5 gpa, permission of dept chair.

Communication (COM)

1512000003	Communication and Humor	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	V. Wirka DC 230
This course offers an introductory study in the theory, principles, and skills of using humor effectively through writing and performing. This course focuses on humor as a means of communicating ideas through entertaining approaches. Students have the opportunity of selecting a writing or performing track. The two track approach provides students the opportunity to focus on their particular interest within the sphere of writing or performing. Counts for Human Aesthetic Expression.
1522700003	Oral Interpretation	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	P. Schneider TBA
Designed to enhance appreciation language and literature, students are acquainted with the general principles of oral reading and the art of oral interpretation of poetry, short stories, and drama. Concentrates on the development of analytical skills, in addition to vocal and physical presentation techniques. (Cross-listed as THE 227)

Discovery Term

8113900003	The Stuff Dreams are Made Of	1:00-4:00 MTWThF	R. Potter TBA
Students will discover how to understand the meaning of their dreams as well as how to use dream work in their daily lives. The content of the course will include explorations of students dreams, exploration of common symbolism from stories, fairy tales, and myths; personal symbolism v. archetypal symbolism, types of dreams, cross-cultural views of dreams, using dreams for personal growth.
8120020003	The Aegean World: From Athens to Istanbul 3 credits		J. Olsen Travel
This travel course will focus on the history, culture and art of classical sites including Athens, Delphi, Corinth, Mycenae, Crete and Rhodes in Greece and Ephesus, Permagon, Troy and Istanbul in Turkey. Several of these places were also major centers of early Christianity where Paul established congregations in the first century AD. The estimated fee of $3,400 will include all transportation, all lodging, breakfast and dinner daily throughout the trip and admission to all required historic sites, museums, etc. Interested people should contact Professor Olsen by email jolsen@dana.edu or phone; 426-7206 for additional information. A $200 deposit can be made to the Aegean World Discovery Term account in the Dana business office to reserve space. In the event that a limit on participants needs to be imposed priority will be based on the earliest deposits. Deposits are refundable until early October.
8120710003	Forensic Psychology: Mass Murderers and Serial Killers	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	D. Hoppe PM 317
An introductory forensic psychology covering profiling, the criminal mind, legal aspects of forensic psychology, and areas related to mass murders and serial killers.
8121310003	Guatemalan Adventure: Maya People and Culture Today 3 credits		J. Potter Travel
Students will travel to the beautiful, colorful country of Guatemala to meet Maya people – artists, social activists, spiritual leaders, and traditional villagers - who will share the stories of their lives and work. Highlights of the two weeks’ journey will include visits to ancient Maya sites (including Tikal in the northern jungle); exploring lively markets with gorgeous textiles and carvings; crossing Lake Atitlán to lovely small villages; traveling through glorious volcanic mountains, forests, and jungles; and sharing a traditional meal with members of a rural weaving cooperative. Cost: Approximately $2115 plus airfare to and from Guatemala.

Education (EDU)

1921020203	Teacher Assistant I (Multicultural) 1.0 credit		Staff TBA
1921020303	Teacher Assistant I (Multicultural) 0.5 credit		Staff TBA
Assist public school teachers as a teacher assistant. A minimum of 50 hours spent in the classroom in the role of a teacher assistant is required for 1 hour of credit. A maximum of three hours of credit may be earned in this manner. Grading: Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Comprehensive background check – see Education Department; C or above in EDU 19.121 Introduction to Education.
1921100403	Teacher Assistant II (Multicultural) 1.0 credit		Staff TBA
1921100503	Teacher Assistant II (Multicultural) 0.5 credit		Staff TBA
An expansion of EDU 19.210. A minimum of 50 hours spent in the classroom in the role of a teacher assistant is required for 1hour of credit. Grading Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDU 19.210 Teacher Assistant I and passing scores on all sections of the PPST.
1935120003	Reading and Writing in the Content Areas 2 credits	8:30-11:30 MWF	D. Ladwig TBA
Secondary preservice teachers will gain knowledge and skills needed to assist their students in developing content area literacy, or those skills necessary to read, comprehend, and respond to instructional material in a given subject area. Secondary preservice teachers will engage in assessing the reading level of students and the student’s prior knowledge, selecting appropriate materials for a wide range of interests, and developing and evaluating the student’s understanding of content. Students will apply an understanding of the constructivist theory in designing an instructional framework that helps students become more active learners of content. Students will also identify learner objectives that match state standards.
1941100003	Supervised Teaching (K-6) 4 credits		A. Adkins TBA
Students will assume responsibility for classes in an elementary school under the supervision of a faculty supervisor and a cooperating teacher in a public school. To be taken during the professional semester. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

History (HIS)

2721500003	Latin American History Through Film	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	S. Brewer DC 125
This course is designed to introduce students to some of the major themes in Latin American history through the medium of feature film and documentary history. Students will develop a more detailed understanding of Latin America’s rich social, historical and cultural past. Students will participate in film viewings, readings, class discussions and debates, and lectures.
2722000003	Jazz and American Culture	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	I. Anderson DC 116
Jazz music has traveled a long way toward respectability in a short period of time, from barrelhouses and bordellos to universities and concert halls. This course offers a musical and cultural history of jazz, exploring who has made decisions about the value of this artistic form and on what basis. No musical knowledge or ability required. Counts for Human Culture.

Mathematics (MAT)

3011100003	Survey of Mathematics	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	C. Brunkhorst DHS 106
Primarily intended as a survey for the non-mathematics major, this course will include a wide range of topics to display the breadth, scope, and power of mathematics. Possible topics include: problem-solving techniques; logic and methods of argument; mathematics of finance; graph theory and its applications, statistics and probability; applications of mathematics to computer science; decision-making; non-standard geometries; and computer algebra systems. Breadth is one goal of this course, so other topics might be incorporated and/or substituted. Prerequisite: MAT 105 Intermediate Algebra or equivalent.

Physical Education (PED)

3410400003	Wellness Concepts 1 credit (meets 1st week only)	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	M. Roff TBA
An introduction to the theory, principles, and practices of diet and nutrition, exercise and stress management as a total part of one’s lifestyle. A CPR section of the class is designed to familiarize students with the knowledge and skills of CPR and enable them to practice these skills in an instructional setting.
3421800003	Ethics in Sport	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	C. Haussermann BC 307
An introduction to the philosophical theories, moral principles and applications used to preserve what is good in physical education and sport.
3431310003	Sports Psychology 2 credits (meets 2nd-3rd weeks only)	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	M. Roff TBA
A study of the major aspects of applied sports psychology, including understanding and development of techniques of motivation and communication that lead to a maximum effectiveness for each player and team.

Physics

3523000003	Our Energy Future	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	M. Sand DHS 107
A study of what types of energy are available to provide power for our future. Among these are: oil, coal, natural gas, nuclear, wind, solar, biomass, hydroelectric, hydrogen, and geothermal. Students will do in-depth research to discover the advantages and disadvantages of various energy sources. Counts for Human Scientific Inquiry; Prerequisite: Completion of Mathematics Baseline requirement.

Psychology (PSY)

3720940003	Introduction to Transpersonal Psychology	1:00-4:00 MTWThF	D. Miller TBA
This course will take an in-depth, transpersonal look at Abraham Maslow’s seven levels of Hierarchical Needs using research from Carl Jung, Ernest Holmes, the Cayce foundation, the New Testament, and others. Emphasis will be on the transpersonal behavioral and cultural environment of the individual entity as well as of the corporate entity. Specifically it will look at the two entity’s perception of spirituality and the behavior that culture fosters; ethical and unethical. The student will be encouraged to take a critical and historical look at his/her own belief structure. The student will be provided a transpersonal format for better understanding of his/her own personal spiritual and ethical concerns as well as those of the business world and society at large and to see the relationship of these views relative to moral reality. Included are meditation exercises that will introduce the student to the alpha level of consciousness, the relaxation response, and control of the mind. (Cross-listed as BUS 209) Counts for Human Development and Organization. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or permission of instructor.
3731500003	Human Sexuality	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	B. Zimmerman TBA
This course will provide an overview of human sexuality from a social science perspective. In addition to male/female sexual responses, we will consider topics such as : love, jealousy, intimacy, gender/gender roles, sexuality over the course of the life-span, communicating about sex, sexual expression, the impact of health issues on sexuality, variations in sexual behavior, and sexual coercion. Prerequisite: 37.101 Introduction to Psychology or permission of instructor.
3745900003	Psychology Internship 1-3 credits		B. Zimmerman
On-the-job learning with a cooperating employer in conjunction with a faculty member. A minimum of 40 clock hours of supervised work is required for each hour of credit. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chair.

Social Work (SWK)

3921500003	Experience in Human Services 3 credits		J. Peterson TBA
Supervised volunteer work experience in a social service agency or organization approved by social work faculty. Emphasis upon understanding and analyzing the social service delivery system and the functioning of the professional social worker within the system. Prerequisites: SWK 39.114 Introduction to Social Work and permission of the Social Work Department.

Special Education (SPE)

4121000103	Teacher Assistant I (Multicultural) 1.0 credit	Staff TBA
4121000203	Teacher Assistant I (Multicultural) 0.5 credit	Staff TBA
Assist public school teachers as a teacher assistant. A minimum of 50 hours of laboratory experience is required for each credit. A maximum of three credits may be earned in all teacher assistant experiences. Grading: Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Comprehensive background check – see Education Department; C or above in EDU 19.121 Introduction to Education.
4121100103	Teacher Assistant II (Multicultural) 1.0 credit	Staff TBA
4121100303	Teacher Assistant II (Multicultural) 0.5 credit	Staff TBA
Assist public school teachers as a teacher assistant. A minimum of 50 hours of laboratory experience is required for each credit. A maximum of three credits may be earned in all teacher assistant experiences. Grading: Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Teacher Assistant I; Passing scores on all sections of the PPST.

Theater Arts (THE)

4522700003	Oral Interpretation	9:00-12:00 MTWThF	P. Schneider TBA
Designed to enhance appreciation language and literature, students are acquainted with the general principles of oral reading and the art of oral interpretation of poetry, short stories, and drama. Concentrates on the development of analytical skills, in addition to vocal and physical presentation techniques. (Cross-listed as COM 227)