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20172018IMPERIAL VALLEY CAMPUS BULLETIN2017-2018San DiegoStateUniversityImperial Valley Campus Bulletin

BULLETINTHEIMPERIAL VALLEYCAMPUS2017-2018SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY720 HEBER AVENUECALEXICO, CALIFORNIA 92231760-768-5500http://www.ivcampus.sdsu.eduThe information in this bulletin is subject to change without notice.The information presented is the most current at the time of publicationand is subject to review and further clarification.

Message from the DeanWelcome to SDSU Imperial Valley!It is with great pleasure that we present the2017-2018 Bulletin of the Imperial ValleyCampus of San Diego State University.Its publication coincides with the campus’58 years of providing higher education tothe students of Imperial Valley. During thistime we have evolved from an institutioncreated to grant elementary teachingcredentials to one that now offers a numberof undergraduate and graduate degrees,as well as credentialing programs. Thelearning experiences of our students can take many forms, rangingfrom lectures to discussions, hands-on activities to being online;and are taught by our highly qualified faculty. In 2004, our campusopened the north site in Brawley that allows us to better serve theneeds of Imperial County.To augment the in-class education of our students, the campussupports a variety of student activities under the auspices ofAssociated Students Council. These activities, and cultural andsocial activities and international travel, play an important role in theoverall development of the students of this campus.We take pride in the educational opportunities offered at the ImperialValley Campus of San Diego State University and look forward towelcoming you to our campus.Gregorio A. Ponce, Ed.D.Dean, Imperial Valley CampusSan Diego State University2SDSU Imperial Valley Campus Bulletin 2017-2018

Imperial Valley CampusAccreditationSan Diego State University is accredited by the Senior Collegeand University Commission of the Western Association of Schoolsand Colleges, 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501,510-748-9001; FAX: 510-748-9797; http://www.wascweb.org. It isalso approved to train veterans under the G.I. Bill.San Diego State University’s programmatic accreditation isthrough membership in the following associations:California Commission on Teacher Credentialing1900 Capitol AvenueSacramento, CA 95811888-921-2682http://www.ctc.ca.govNational Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education1140 19th Street, Suite 400Washington, D.C. 20036202-223-0077http://www.ncate.orgNetwork of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, andAdministration1029 Vermont Avenue NW, Suite 1100Washington, D.C. 20005202-628-8965http://www.naspaa.orgIn addition, San Diego State University is accredited by the following agency:The Fowler College of Business and the School of Accountancyare accredited by AACSB International – The Associationto Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – at both theundergraduate and graduate levels. Several Fowler College ofBusiness programs are registered with the Certified Financial PlannerBoard of Standards, 1425 K Street, NW, Suite 500, Washington, D.C.20005, 202-379-2200.AdministrationDean. Gregorio A. Ponce, Ed.D.Associate Deanfor Academic Affairs.Assistant Deanfor Student Affairs. Miguel Rahiotis, M.S.Director of Businessand Financial Services.Maribel Madero, M.B.A.Assistant Director of Developmentand Community Affairs. José Landeros, M.P.A.Advisory BoardHildy CarrilloVictor CarrilloRay CastilloMegan CollinsTodd FinnellMartha GarciaRichard InmanGretchen LaueRosanna MooreLuis OlmedoNorma SaikhonJack VesseyCheryl Viegas-WalkerSDSU Imperial Valley Campus Bulletin 2017-20183

Table of ContentsAnnual Calendar.7Academic Calendar.8GENERAL INFORMATIONImperial Valley CampusMission of the University.10General .10Faculty and Staff.11Continuing EducationLimitations on Open University,Special Sessions and Extension Credit .12Open University.12College of Extended Studies.12SERVICES FOR STUDENTSStudent AffairsDivision of Student Affairs.13Academic Advising.13Admissions and Records.13Career Services.13Financial Aid.13International Programs.13Ombudsman.14Scholarship Office.14New Student Orientation.14Student Disability Services (SDS).14Student Health Services.14Student Rights and Responsibilities.16Testing Services.16Transfer Center.16Special Programs and ServicesAssociated Students.17Student Union.17Research Center and Institute.17Center for Individual and ProfessionalSkills Development.17San Diego State University, Imperial ValleyBorderlands Institute.17USDA-HSI and SDSU-Imperial ValleyCampus Partnership.17Faculty-Student Mentoring Program.17Imperial Valley University Partnership(Freshman Program).17Exchange Programs and Study Abroad.17Aztec Shops, Ltd.18Alumni Chapter.18California Mini-Corps, Region 6.18Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center.184SDSU Imperial Valley Campus Bulletin 2017-2018GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSFreshmen Competency Requirements:Mathematics and Writing.23Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR).24Major and Minor Requirements.25American Institutions Requirement.26Language Requirement.27Unit Requirements.27Residence Requirements.28Grade Point Average Requirements.28General Education.31Application for Graduation.39Commencement.40COURSE INFORMATION AND PROGRAMSAbsence from Class.42Instructor Initiated Drop Policy.42Religious Observances.42Major Academic Plans (MAPs).42Degrees.42Minors.42Certificate Programs.42Teaching Credentials.43Graduate Degrees.43Courses Offered.43Semesters.43Numbering of Courses.43Credit Hour or Unit.44Prerequisites for Undergraduate and Graduate Courses.44General Education and American Institution Courses.44Common Courses.44Credit/No Credit Courses.44Hybrid, Online, and Intercampus Courses.44ANNOUNCEMENT OF COURSESAccountancy.45American Indian Studies.45Anthropology.45Art .45Biology.46Business Administration.47Chemistry.48Chicana and Chicano Studies.48Communication.49Comparative Literature.49Criminal Justice.50Economics.52Education.53Counseling and School Psychology.63Dual Language and English Learner Education.63Educational Leadership.64Special Education.64Teacher Education.66

Table of ContentsEnglish.68Finance.72General Mathematics Studies.72General Studies.72Geography.73Geological Sciences.73Health and Human Services.73History.74Latin American Studies.77Learning Design and Technology.77Liberal Studies.78Linguistics.82Management.83Management Information g.88Nutrition.89Physics.89Political Science.90Psychology.91Public Administration.96Religious Studies.98Rhetoric and Writing Studies.99Social Science.101Social tre, Television, and Film.108Women’s Studies.108MAJORSCriminal Justice.50English.69History.74Latin American Studies.77Liberal Studies.78Mathematics.85Psychology.91Public Administration.96Social nguistics.82Mathematics.85Political Science.90Psychology.93Public Administration.96Spanish.106CERTIFICATE PROGRAMSBusiness Administration.47Mathematics.85Public Administration.96EDUCATIONGeneral Information.53Multiple Subject Credential.53, 56Single Subject Credential.53, 57Educational Specialist Credential inSpecial Education.58Master of Arts in Education.61Courses.62REGULATIONSAdmission and RegistrationReservation.111Application Procedures.111Application Acknowledgment.111Campus Impaction.111Impacted Programs.111Undergraduate Admission Requirements.111Transfer Student Requirements.112Lower Division Transfers.113Upper Division Transfers.113Associate Degrees for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T).113Admitted Upper Division Transfers.114Acceptance of Transfer Courses.114Adult Students.114English Language Requirement.114Other Applicants.114Filing of Records.114Appeal of Admission Decision .115Graduate and Post-Baccalaureate Admission Requirements.115Application and Admission Process.115Application Procedures.115Admission Requirements.115English Language Requirement.116Second Bachelor’s Degree.116Intrasystem and Intersystem Enrollment Programs.117Requirements for Registration.117Statewide Placement Test Requirements.118Early Start Program.119Determination of Residency forTuition Purposes.119Importance of Filing Complete, Accurate, AuthenticApplication Documents.120Use of Social Security Number.120CSU Immunization Requirements.120Financial Aid and ScholarshipsFinancial Aid.121Applying for Aid.121Cost of Living.121Refund Policy.121E-Mail and the Internet.121Scholarships.121IVC Scholarships.122National Fellowships for Graduate School.122Graduate Equity Fellowship Program.122Chancellor’s Doctoral Incentive Program.122California Pre-Doctoral Program.122SDSU Imperial Valley Campus Bulletin 2017-20185

Table of ContentsSchedule of Tuition and FeesAdministrative/Financial Holds.123Basic Tuition and Fees – All Students.123Tuition for Nonresident Student.124Miscellaneous Fees.124Miscellaneous Instructional Course Charges.125Installment Plan.125Credit Cards.125Liability for Payment.125Dishonored Check.125Refund of Fees.125Title IV Financial Aid Requirements .126Late Registration Fee.126Cancellation of Registration or Withdrawal fromthe University.126Appeals Process - Student Account Services.126Summer Session Fees.126College of Extended Studies Course Fees.126Exemptions.126Fee Waivers.127Over 60 Fee Waiver.127Campus-Based Mandatory Fees.127Fees and Debts Owed to the Institution.128UNIVERSITY POLICIESStudent Responsibility for Bulletin Information.130Changes in Rules and Policies.130Privacy Rights of Students.130Nondiscrimination Policy.130Licensure And Credentialing.136Numbering of Courses.136Undergraduate Enrollment in 600-,700-, 800-Numbered Courses.136Grading System.136Repeated Courses.138Assignment of Grades and Grade Appeals.1396SDSU Imperial Valley Campus Bulletin 2017-2018Dean’s List .139Graduation With Honors and Distinction.139Final Examinations.139Evaluation.139Academic Credit Through Coursework.139Academic Credit Through Examination.140Academic Credit for Non-collegiate Instruction.141Academic Credit for Military Service.141Student Classification.141Transcripts of Record.141Study List Limits.142Academic Renewal.142Withdrawals.142Leaves of Absence.143Readmission.143Probation and Disqualification.143Student Conduct.144Student Grievances.145Cheating and Plagiarism.146SDSU Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policies.146SDSU Smoke Free Policy.147Service and Guide Dog Policy.148Safety and Security Report.148Student Complaint Procedure.148THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITYAverage Support Cost and Source of FundsPer Full-time Equivalent Student.150Trustees of The California State University.151Office of the Chancellor.151CSU Campuses.152ADDENDUMIndex.154Calexico Location Map.157Brawley Campus Map.158