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Winter Quarter 2007New Year’s HolidayJan. 1Instruction BeginsJan. 8Martin Luther King Jr. HolidayJan. 15Presidents Day HolidayFeb. 19Last Day of InstructionMarch 19Final ExamsMarch 20-23Last Day of QuarterMarch 23Grades Available on EagleNETMarch 28Spring Quarter 2007Instruction BeginsMemorial Day HolidayLast Day of InstructionFinal ExamsLast Day of QuarterCommencementGrades Available on EagleNETApril 2May 28June 8June 11-14June 15June 16June 20EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITYOFFICE OF RECORDS AND REGISTRATION101 SUTTON HALLCHENEY WA 99004-9974Summer Quarter 2007Instruction BeginsIndependence Day HolidayLast Day of InstructionFinal ExamsLast Day of QuarterGrades Available on EagleNETJune 25July 4Aug. 15Aug. 16-17Aug. 17Aug. 22U N I V E R S I T Y2 0 0 6W A S H I N G T O NSept. 4Sept. 20Nov. 10Nov. 23-24Dec. 1Dec. 4-7Dec. 8Dec. 13Dec. 25E A S T E R N WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y C ATA L O GLabor Day HolidayInstruction BeginsVeteran’s Day HolidayThanksgiving HolidayLast Day of InstructionFinal ExamsLast Day of QuarterGrades Available on EagleNETChristmas HolidayGRADUATE & UNDERGRADUATEE A S T E R NEASTERN WASHINGTONUNIVERSITYPAIDNON PROFITORGANIZATIONUS POSTAGEFall Quarter 20062006-2007Academic CalendarW W W. E W U . E D UCATALOG2 0 0 7

EASTERN WASHINGTONU N IV E R S I TY2 0 0 6–0 7Welcome from the PresidentThis may be the first time you’ve opened a university catalog or it may be the last. But whether youare just beginning your college career or about to end it, in your hands you have a road map to asuccessful future.In the following pages, you’ll find a description of all Eastern Washington University has to offer. Withmore than 100 fields of study, 10 master’s degrees, four graduate certificates, 55 graduate programsand one applied doctorate, there is something for everyone at Eastern. From business to education tobiology and social work, whatever path you’re interested in pursuing, you’ll find it at Eastern.While the course offerings are wide and varied, that’s just the beginning. At Eastern, you’ll have theopportunity to learn in classrooms where the average class size is just 27 students. And you’ll belearning from an exceptional faculty that’s helped Eastern earn a listing in 201 Colleges for the Real World.Outside the classroom you’ll find a vibrant campus brought to life by a student body of nearly 10,000. Students who come from allover the United States and the world, including Japan, Mexico, Canada and China, for the opportunity to study at Eastern.Whatever you choose to study, you’ll find you’re on your way to a rewarding experience, the moment you turn the page. Good luckand welcome to Eastern!Sincerely,Rodolfo Arévalo, PhDPresident, Eastern Washington Universitywww.ewu.edu /While the heart of Eastern is on our beautiful 300-acre Cheney campus, the University doesn’t end there. Our business, professional,health sciences and communication programs, among others, are just 16 miles down the road, in the heart of metropolitan Spokaneand at the Riverpoint Higher Education Park. We also offer a growing list of degrees in partnership with eight community collegesacross the state of Washington, including applied technology, interdisciplinary studies and business administration at BellevueCommunity College.

EASTERN WASHINGTONU N IV E R S I TY2 0 0 6–0 7Eastern Washington UniversityMission StatementEastern Washington University is a student-centered, regionally based, comprehensiveuniversity. Its campus is located in Cheney, within the Spokane metropolitan area, withadditional learning centers in the region and elsewhere in Washington state. Its missionis to prepare broadly educated, technologically proficient and highly productive citizensto attain meaningful careers, to enjoy enriched lives and to make contributions to aculturally diverse society. Eastern Washington University will achieve its mission byproviding: / an excellent student-centered learning environment; professionally accomplished faculty who are strongly committed to student learning; high-quality integrated, interdependent programs that build upon the region’s assetsand offer a broad range of choices as appropriate to the needs of the University’sstudents and the region; and exceptional student support services, resources and facilities.www.ewu.edu

EASTERN WASHINGTONU N IV E R S I TY2 0 0 6–0 7Table of ContentsIntroduction to EWU1Academic Calendar7Guide to Catalog8President’s Welcome, EWU Mission Statement, A History of EWU,Accreditations, LocationPrograms of Study, Colleges/School Departments, Colleges/School SubjectCodes, Colleges/School ications/CertificatesTuition, Fees and RefundsAdmissions, Degree Requirements, Academic PolicyUndergraduate Admissions, Placement and Clearance Exams, UndergraduateDegree Requirements, Undergraduate Studies Academic Policies,Graduate Studies Admission Information, Graduate Studies SummaryApplication Guidelines, Graduate Studies Academic Policies, ComprehensiveExams Policy, Guide to Procedures and Responsibilities171941Academic Resources319Diversity Programs321Educational Outreach326University Facilities334University Services334Policies336Faculty Directory342Appendices356Index365Student Services/Offices Phone Numbers368Academic/Holiday Calendar369Career Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, First Year Experience,Housing and Residential Life, Orientation, Records and Registration,Student Financial ServicesBookstore, Childcare, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS),Disability Support Services, Eagle Outpost, Helping Ourselves MeansEducation (HOME), Identification Cards, Parking, Student Health,Wellness and Prevention, University Police, Veterans ServicesAcademic Integrity Policy, Access to Academic Records, Credits, FinalExams, Grade Appeals, Grading System, Residency, Repeating Courses,Washington State Address Confidentiality Program, Withdrawal fromthe University322Division of Educational Outreach, Independent Learning, InterdisciplinaryStudies, International Field Studies/Eisenhower Center for Cultural Outreach, Officeof Professional Development and External Programs, Running Start,Summer SessionStudent Conduct Code, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974,Residency Status for Higher Education, AIDS Information, SexualHarassment, Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy, DiversityMapInternational Education and Services323Libraries324Student Life324English Language Institute, International Education OfficeJohn F. Kennedy Library, Cooperative Academic Library Service (CALS)Associated Students of EWU, Athletics, Clubs and Organizations, Dean ofStudents, Epic Adventures, Greek Life, Intramural and Club Sports,Residential Life, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, WashingtonStudent LobbyInside Back CoverDISCLAIMERThis catalog provides a general guideline of courses offered by EasternWashington University. The classes and programs described herein areimplemented at the sole discretion of EWU and are subject to change at anytime without notice. Information contained on classes and programs areillustrative only and are not intended to create any contractual obligation orcovenant with EWU.LIMITATION OF LIABILITYEastern Washington University, Volume 19, Number 2, (USPS 166-220)published four times a year - in March, semi-April, May and November byEastern Washington University, Cheney, Washington 99004. Periodical postagepaid at Cheney, Washington. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to EasternWashington University, Office of Records and Registration, 201 Sutton Hall,Cheney, Washington 99004-2448.www.ewu.eduEastern Washington University’s total liability for claims arising from acontractual relationship with the student in any way related to classes orprograms shall be limited to the tuition and expenses paid by the student toEWU for those classes or programs. In no event shall EWU be liable for anyspecial, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, including but notlimited to, loss of earnings or profits. /320Africana Education Program, American Indian Studies Program,Chicano Education Program, Women’s Studies Center ProgramsStudent ServicesBoard of Trustees, University Administration, Colleges/Schools, AcademicDeans, Faculty, Emeritus Faculty MembersCenters of ExcellenceHonors, Inland Northwest Center for Writers, Music326Campus Planners, The Easterner, The FocusFine Arts and Music, George Stahl Planetarium, Pence Union Building (PUB),Spokane Center, Sports and Recreation CenterAcademic ProgramsAcademic Advising, Academic Support Center, Computer Resources andLaboratories, Ronald E. NcNair Scholar Program, Student Support Services,Writers’ CenterStudent Publications

EASTERN WASHINGTONU N IV E R S I TY2 0 0 6–0 7A History of Eastern Washington Universitydegree programs. In 1977, the state Legislature changed the school’s name toEastern Washington University.Since its inception as a teacher’s academy more than 120 years ago, Easternhas steadily responded to the higher education needs of the Inland Northwest.Today Eastern provides career preparation in diverse fields including business,technology and health care, education for civic and community leadershipand engagement in the fine arts.As a leader in the life and culture of the region, Eastern enrolls students fromnearly every state in the union and more than 20 countries. The diversityand vitality of the university community has as its foundation a talented anddedicated faculty. Three-quarters of Eastern’s full-time faculty hold doctoraldegrees. Maintaining a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 24:1, Easterncontinues to offer small classes, personalized instruction and individualattention.As the higher education provider of choice for more than 9,700 students,Eastern Washington University is a major force in the civic, cultural, scientificand economic development of the state and region. /More than 100 years ago, with a contribution of 10,000, the wealthytransportation industrialist Benjamin Cheney helped the citizens of thelocal community fulfill their dream of an institute of higher learning. TheBenjamin P. Cheney Academy opened its doors to more than 200 students in1882.The academy became the State Normal School at Cheney in 1889, the sameyear that Washington gained statehood. The school was proudly designatedas an institution “for the purpose of instruction of persons, both male andfemale, in the art of teaching the various branches that pertain to a goodcommon school.”The school was a fully accredited four-year degree-granting institution,offering majors in numerous subjects, when it became Eastern WashingtonCollege of Education in 1937.The campus grew rapidly in size and program offerings in the decadesfollowing World War II and in 1961, reflecting these changes, was renamedEastern Washington State College. As the regional needs for professionals inmany fields grew, Eastern added a wide range of undergraduate and graduatewww.ewu.edu