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The School of Social WorkMaster of Social Work ProgramStudent Handbook2017 - 2018Union University1050 Union University DriveJackson, Tennessee 38305Phone: 731-661-5554FAX: 731-661-5566
2TABLE OF CONTENTSI.II.III.FACULTY WELCOME . 4Faculty – School of Social Work . . 5GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT UNION UNIVERSITY .7ACADEMIC CALENDAR . 7OVERVIEW OF UNION UNIVERSITY . 11Heritage . 11Purpose . 11Mission . 12Statement of Faith . 12CAMPUS SERVICES . 13Campus Parking Information and Regulations . 13Cell Phones . 14Change of Address . 14Chapel and Spiritual Life . 14Communication . 14Communication with Faculty . 15Computing Services . 15Confidentiality of Student Records (FERPA) . 15Counseling Services . 18Disability Services . 18Non-Discrimination Policy . 18Emergency Notification System . 18Financial Assistance . 19Health Services . 19Housing . 19Liability and Malpractice Insurance . 20Library Services .20Minority Student Resources .20Phi Alpha Honor Society .20Student Life .20Student Conduct .20Tuition and Fees .21Union Station .21Vocatio Center for Life Calling and Career .21Wellness Services .22GRADUATE SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM OVERVIEW .22THE MISSION OF THE MSW SOCIALWORK PROGRAM .22THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE UNIVERISTY MISSION TO THE MSW PROGRAM .23MSW PROGRAM GOALS .23MSW THEORETICAL ORIENTATIONS FOR SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE .24Generalist Practice Framework .26Foundations Program Competencies .26Foundation Curriculum Summary .27Advanced Generalist Concentration Practice Framework .30Advanced Generalist Concentration Year Competencies .30Concentration and Advanced Standing Curriculum Summary .33SOCIAL WORK POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .35Grading Scale .36Grading System .36Academic Integrity .36Plagiarism Rubric .38Accreditation . 39Non-Degree Seeking Student .39Credit for Life Experience and Previous Work Experience .39Transfer Credit .39Admission . 40Admission Requirements .40
3IV.IV.VI.Advanced Standing Admissions .41Provisional Status for Admission to the MSW Program 41Progression in the MSW Program . 41Advisement Procedures . . 42Attendance Policies . . 42Core Performance Standards . 42Probation . 43Repeating Courses . 43Termination/Suspension Procedure . 43Appeal of Termination/Suspension Decision . 44Voluntary Withdrawal from Classes . 45Readmission to the MSW Program 45Licensure 45Faculty Resources for Students . 45Faculty Assistance . 45Student’s Advisor 45Informal Consultations . . 45GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES (ACADEMIC) 45Review of Instruction 45Grade Appeal 45Academic Dishonesty Appeal . . 46Academic Grievance Procedure . . 47GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES (NON-ACADEMIC) . . 47APPENDICES .50APPENDIX A. STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES .51APPENDIX B. SEXUAL HARASSMENT .52APPENDIX C. CORE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS .53APPENDIX D. NASW CODE OF ETHICS .55APPENDIX E. EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND ACCREDITATION STANDARDS .77APPENDIX F: Course Sequence Map . . 90
4THE SOCIAL WORK FACULTY WELCOMES YOU!Welcome! The faculty and staff of the School of Social Work at Union University are pleased that youchose Union University for the MSW degree. Our goal is to prepare you for advanced generalist practicein a wide range of social work jobs. We are committed in providing you with a stimulating andchallenging graduate experience.The Student Handbook provides vital information including policies and procedures for the MSWprogram. Please take the time to read the handbook thoroughly. It is accessible on the MSW web page.Policies and procedures that appear here have developed through a collaborative process involvingadministrators, faculty, students, and staff. The process includes community forums occurring at leasttwice a year, consultations between MSW Student Association leaders and program leadership, andinteraction of student representatives at faculty meetings. Policies and procedures often need to beclarified, changed or new policies need to be created. Students will be a part of the process. Pleaseremember that you are responsible to read and operationalize the contents of this StudentHandbook. Any concerns or questions may be communicated with your faculty.The NASW Code of Ethics sets forth core values that are foundational to the social work profession.These values are the foundation of the social work profession’s unique purpose and are consistent withChristian values and beliefs: Service Social justice Dignity and worth of the person Importance of human relationships Integrity CompetenceThe School of Social Work at Union honors the Christian heritage and mission of Union University. Theexample of Jesus is the highest inspiration as He assisted the vulnerable and powerless in all walks of life.We believe that Micah 6:8 speaks to the social work profession, “ and what does the Lord require of youbut to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”We are honored to walk with you through your graduate journey!Nita Mehr, Ph.D., LCSW, ACSWMSW DirectorProfessor
5UNION UNIVERSITYFULL-TIME FACULTY AND STAFFMary Anne Poe, ACSW, LAPSWAssociate DeanDirector, Center for Just and CaringCommunitiesProfessor(731) 661-5397mpoe@uu.eduNita Mehr, Ph.D., LCSW, LADACDirector, MSW ProgramProfessor(731) 661-5552nmehr@uu.eduRhonda Hudson, Ph.D., LCSWDirector, BSW ProgramsProfessor(731) 661-5553rhudson@uu.eduTheresa Blakley, Ph.D., LCSWProfessor(731) 661-5564tblakley@uu.eduRebecca Bohner, MSW, LCSWDirector, BSW Field Education – MemphisAssistant Professor(901) 312-1921rbohner@uu.eduKatrinna Matthews, MSSW, LAPSWDirector, MSW Field Education – MemphisAssistant Professor(901) 312-1929kmatthews@uu.eduVirginia Schwindt, MSSW, LCSWDirector, MSW Field Education - JacksonAssociate Professor(731) 661-5701vschwindt@uu.eduTodd Stanfield, Ph.D., LCSWProfessor(731) 661-5968tstanfie@uu.eduElizabeth Wilson, Ph.D., LCSWProfessor(731) 661-5933ewilson@uu.eduB.A., Vanderbilt UniversityM.Div., Southern Baptist TheologicalSeminaryMSSW, University of LouisvillePh.D., Northcentral UniversityBSW, Freed-Hardeman UniversityMSSW, University of Tennessee- MemphisBS, Florida A & M UniversityMSW, Barry UniversityPh.D., Barry UniversityBS, Sam Houston State UniversityMSW, Barry UniversityPh.D., Barry UniversityMSW, Baylor UniversityBSW, Union UniversityM.Ed., University of MississippiMSSW, University of Tennessee, MemphisBSW, University of MississippiBBS, Hardin-Simmons UniversityMSSW, University of Texas, AustinBSW, University of AlabamaMSW, University of AlabamaPh.D., University of TennesseeBS, Philadelphia Biblical UniversityMSW, University of Wisconsin, MilwaukeePh.D., University of Tennessee
6Karen Dotson, MSSW, LMSWAssistant Professor(901) 312-1921kdotson@uu.eduTammy Patton, MSSW, LCSWAssociate Professor(731) 661- 6530tpatton@uu.eduPatricia Clark-EllisAssistant Professor(901) 312-1945pclark-ellis@uu.eduKim McNeilPrograms Coordinator, School of Social Work(731) 661-5554kmcneil@uu.eduBrandon Bailey, MSSW, LMSWDirector, Marketing and Continuing Ed.(731) 661-5388bbailey@uu.eduBA, University of MemphisMSSW, University of TennesseeMBA, University of MemphisBS, Lambuth UniversityMSSW, University of Tennessee, MemphisBSW, Barry UniversityMSSW, University of TennesseeJ.D., University of CaliforniaBSW, Union UniversityMSW, Union UniversityAdjunct FacultyTraci Schott, MSSW, LCSWAdjunct Professortschott@uu.eduPat Taylor, MSSW, LCSWAdjunct ProfessorPtaylor@uu.eduJill Wells, MSW, LCSWAdjunct Professorjwells@uu.eduHoward Nelson, Ph. D.Adjunct Professorhnelson@uu.eduSarah Hamil, MSSW, LCSWAdjunct Professorshamil@uu.eduBA, Memphis State UniversityMSSW, University of Tennessee, MemphisBS, Lambuth UniversityMSSW, University of Tennessee, MemphisBS, Olivet Nazarene UniversityMSW, University of Texas, ArlingtonBS, Crichton CollegeMSSW, University of TennesseePh.D., Carolina University of TheologyBS, Psychology, Union UniversityMSSW, University of Tennessee
7I.GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT UNION UNIVERSITYACADEMIC CALENDARFall Semester 2017 (16-week semester, 2017FFA)August18-21, Friday-Monday. Welcome Week18, Friday. Residence Complexes Open for New Students Only20, Sunday. Residence Complexes Open for Returning Students22, Tuesday.Registration—Day Classes and 16-Week Evening Classes Begin23-30, Wednesday-Wednesday . *Late Registration25, Friday.Convocation30, Wednesday . *Last Day to Add a ClassSeptember4, Monday . Labor Day Holiday5, Tuesday. *Deadline to Drop (Course Does Not Appear on Transcript)26, Tuesday. *Academic Progress Reports DueOctober12-13, Thursday-Friday. Fall Holiday24, Tuesday. * Deadline to Drop (Course Appears on Transcript with “DR”)November2, Thursday .Priority Registration Begins for Winter and Spring 20187, Tuesday. Campus and Community: A Day of Remembrance and Service17, Friday.**Residence Complexes Close18-26, Saturday-Sunday.Thanksgiving Holidays26, Sunday.Residence Complexes OpenDecember1, Friday.*Last Day to Withdraw from All Fall Classes%8, Friday. Reading/Review Day11-14, Monday–Thursday.*Final Examinations14, Thursday .**Residence Complexes Close16, Saturday . GraduationWinter Term 2018 (4-week accelerated semester, 2018FWI)January1, Monday .Residence Complexes Open2, Tuesday. Day Registration—Classes Begin3, Wednesday.Registration Closes f
MSW, Barry University Ph.D., Barry University Theresa Blakley, Ph.D., LCSW Professor (731) 661-5564 tblakley@uu.edu BS, Sam Houston State University MSW, Barry University Ph.D., Barry University Rebecca Bohner, MSW, LCSW Director, BSW Field Education – Memphis Assistant Professor (901) 312-1921 rbohner@
