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GRADUATE 12
P ROGRAMS
Graduate Study
Interdisciplinary Studies Degree
Graduate Certificate
Medical School (WWAMI Program)
Graduate Degree Program Descriptions
12 Graduate Programs
GRADUATE STUDY All graduate students must submit official transcripts showing completion
and conferral of all baccalaureate degrees and any transcripts reflecting
graduate-level courses. Transcripts are to be requested by the student and
Graduate education is an integral part of the University of Alaska must be submitted in an officially sealed envelope. (Exception: Students do
Anchorage and is coordinated through the Graduate School. The dean not need to request transcripts from any University of Alaska campus.)
of the Graduate School has responsibility for leadership and oversight of Individual graduate programs may also require additional transcripts
graduate programs. and/or specific entrance examinations such as the Graduate Record
Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT). See individual
The university offers graduate certificates and master’s degrees. Students program requirements later in this chapter for details.
may also pursue graduate studies at UAA that apply toward doctoral
degrees offered by other institutions. Some or all course work and research Applicants with transcripts from institutions outside the United States or
may be completed at UAA while the doctoral degree is granted by another Canada must submit official transcripts and English translations, as well
university. as an official statement of educational equivalency from a recommended
international credentials evaluation service. A list of evaluation services
Students who have completed UAA graduate programs possess the may be obtained from the Office of Admissions. Fees depend upon the
knowledge and skill necessary to succeed in furthering their education, and agency performing the evaluation. The evaluation service will require a
to excel in their chosen professions. Whether the degree is required for separate transcript and copy of the English translation.
advancement, personal and professional growth, or for other goals, students
may expect the challenges and rewards of high quality graduate education. Applicants whose native language is not English, or whose
baccalaureate degree was conferred by an institution where English was
Upon successful completion of their graduate programs, students will not the language of instruction, must also submit scores from the Test of
have demonstrated mastery of their disciplines and will have English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). TOEFL scores may be waived
participated in independent scholarship. Appropriate exit requirements if the applicant has been a long-term resident of the United States or of
allow students to express the knowledge they have acquired in formats another English-speaking country and demonstrates fluency in reading,
designed for their respective programs. writing, listening, and speaking in English.
To ensure the most beneficial educational experience, students’ Applications, official transcripts, and required test scores (if any) must
academic preparation and likelihood of success in their programs are be submitted to the Office of Admissions. All of these materials become
carefully assessed and validated. Admission requirements provide an the property of UAA and are only released or copied for use within the
opportunity for students to document their credentials and demonstrate University of Alaska system. Once all required transcripts and test
readiness for graduate studies. If an entrance examination is required, scores have been received, the Office of Admissions will forward each
the nature of that examination is determined by the appropriate student’s admission packet to the dean, department chair, or designee
discipline. As they progress in their studies, students can expect for consideration.
discipline-specific advising from mentors in their programs.
Each graduate program has individual admission standards and document
Graduate students are subject to relevant policies contained in the requirements. Additional information such as writing samples, goal
complete UAA catalog, as well as individual program requirements. statements, letters of recommendation, research proposals, and/or
interviews may be required by specific programs. When required, these
ADMISSIONS materials must be submitted directly to the department chair or designee.
(907) 786-1480 Deadlines for submission of materials vary by program. Please note
www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions that, for programs with rolling (ongoing) admissions, in order to ensure
All students intending to register for one or more courses must apply consideration for all financial aid opportunities, it is strongly
for admission. Applications for admission are available online via recommended that eligible students submit:
www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions or from the Enrollment Management • For fall admission: all required application forms no later than
One-Stop. July 1, and all required application materials by August 1;
• For spring admission: all required application forms no later than
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR November 1, and all required application materials by December 1.
MASTER’S DEGREES No more than 9 credits may be completed in the student’s graduate
To qualify for admission to graduate programs, a student must have earned program before program admission. See individual program listings for
a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United further details.
States, or a foreign equivalent. Students who expect to receive their
baccalaureate degrees within two semesters may also apply for graduate INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENTS
admission; see Incomplete Admission later in this section. Admission is
granted to applicants who have received their baccalaureate degree and
International Services
whose credentials indicate an ability to pursue graduate work Applicants (907) 786-1558
must either have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 (B average on a International students who will attend UAA as F-1 visa students and
4.00 scale) or meet the grade point average (GPA) requirements of the who need a Form I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant F-1
specific graduate program to which they are applying. Student status must meet university and degree program admission
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requirements. In addition to being admitted to a graduate program, Provisional Admission
international students must submit the following: Students who show potential for success in graduate studies
1. An official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) but do not meet all the admission requirements for a program
score of at least 550 for the paper-based test or 213 for the may be provisionally admitted. Provisions are established
computer-based test. and monitored by the dean or designee, and faculty of the
2. A statement of financial support for the anticipated period of program. If the provisions are not met within specified
study and evidence of availability of funds such as a bank deadlines, the student may be removed from graduate
statement. degree-seeking status. All terms of provisional admission
3. An English translation of all required documents. must be satisfied prior to advancement to candidacy.
4. Students who earned their baccalaureate degree outside the
United States or Canada must submit an official statement Postponed Admission
from a recommended international credentials evaluation Students may postpone their admission to a future semester
service stating that their degree is the equivalent of a U.S. by notifying the Office of Admissions prior to the end of the
bachelor’s degree. A list of evaluation services may be semester for which they originally applied.
obtained from the Office of Admissions. Fees depend upon
the agency performing the evaluation. The evaluation service Withdrawn After Admission
will require a separate transcript and copy of the English Admission will be withdrawn when students do not attend
translation. classes during, or have not postponed their admission by, the
end of their admission semester. Students whose admissions
International students in F-1 visa status must be formally admitted, have been withdrawn must apply for re-admission if they
full-time, degree-seeking students. Health insurance is also later choose to attend UAA.
mandatory. Contact the international student advisor in the Office
of Admissions for details. RELATED MASTER’S DEGREE POLICIES
APPLICATION AND ADMISSION STATUS FOR TRANSFER CREDITS
Up to 9 semester credits or the equivalent earned at a regionally
MASTER’S DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTS: accredited institution and not previously used to obtain any other
degree may be transferred to UAA and accepted toward a master’s
TERMS AND DEFINITIONS degree. Acceptance of transfer credits toward program
requirements is at the discretion of the individual program.
APPLICATION STATUS
Incomplete Application Course work used to obtain a graduate certificate at another
An incomplete application is one that is not accompanied by institution, if accepted for inclusion in the Graduate Studies Plan,
all required documents; generally, an application is may be used to satisfy requirements for a master’s degree.
considered incomplete until all required official transcripts
and test scores have been received. CHANGE OF MAJOR OR EMPHASIS AREA
Pending Application Students who wish to change majors or emphasis areas within the
A pending application has met university requirements and is same degree and school or college should submit a Graduate
awaiting departmental recommendation for admission. Change of Major or Emphasis Area form to the Graduate School.
Students will be expected to meet all admission and program
Postponed Application requirements of their new major or emphasis area, and must
Students may postpone their applications to a future semester submit a revised official Graduate Studies Plan to the Graduate
by notifying the Office of Admissions prior to the end of the School through their advisor/committee.
semester for which they originally applied.
CHANGE OF DEGREE
Withdrawn Before Admission Graduate students who wish to change degree programs must
Students must complete or postpone their admission by the formally apply for admission to the new program through the
end of the semester for which they have applied. At the end Office of Admissions and pay the appropriate fee. This applies
of each semester, all applications still incomplete or not both to changes between schools/colleges and to different degrees
postponed will be withdrawn. Students whose applications within the same school or college (such as a change from the MFA
have been withdrawn must reapply for admission if they in Creative Writing to the MA in English). Students will be
later choose to attend UAA. expected to meet all admission and program requirements of the
new major or emphasis area.
ADMISSION STATUS
CONCURRENT DEGREES
Complete Admission Students may pursue concurrent degrees as long as they have
All required documents have been received and all admission formally applied and been accepted to each program through the
standards met. Office of Admissions.
Incomplete Admission Students may be admitted to or complete graduate certificate
Students who expect to receive their baccalaureate degree from requirements as they pursue a master’s degree. Coursework used
a regionally accredited institution within two semesters (three to obtain a graduate certificate, if accepted for inclusion in the
if including summer) may apply for graduate admission. Graduate Studies Plan, may be used to satisfy requirements for a
Formal acceptance becomes final only after the baccalaureate master’s degree.
degree is completed and conferred, and all other admission
requirements are met. All admission requirements must be
satisfied prior to advancement to candidacy.
ADDITIONAL MASTER’S DEGREES
Students who have received a master’s degree or doctoral degree
from a regionally accredited college or university may earn a UAA
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master’s degree by completing a minimum 21 resident credits not
used for any other previous degree. The student must meet all the
CONTINUOUS REGISTRATION
University Requirements for Master’s Degrees, School or College Continuous registration is expected every semester as appropriate for
Requirements, and Program Requirements. Fulfilling all university, the program, from admission through graduation, until all
college, and program requirements may require more than the requirements for the degree are completed.
minimum 21 credits beyond the previous graduate degree. If the 21
additional credits and other requirements have been earned for To make continuous progress in their graduate program, students have
each additional degree, two or more degrees may be awarded the following options:
simultaneously. • Registering for at least one graduate-level credit applicable to their
graduate degree, or
FORMAL ACCEPTANCE TO MASTER’S • Paying the continuous registration fee to remain active in the
graduate program although not registered in any courses.
DEGREE PROGRAMS • Adhere to the continuous registration policy established by the
specific college, school, or department. See your program advisor
Once all required admission documents have been received by the
for details.
Office of Admissions, the student’s admission packet is forwarded to the
dean or designee of the specific program. The acceptance decision is
Students are also expected to register or pay the continuous registration
made by the dean or designee, who informs the Office of Admissions of
fee for the summer if they use university facilities or consult with
the decision. the Office of Admissions sends the official Certificate of
faculty during the summer. Please contact the individual graduate
Admission directly to the applicant. Acceptance does not establish
program for departmental policy/requirements concerning continuous
candidacy in a graduate program (see Advancement to Candidacy).
registration. The continuous registration fee may be paid during each
semester's late registration period or in the Cashier’s Office up until the
NON-DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTS end of late registration. Students not making continuous progress or not
Non-degree-seeking students who wish to register for graduate courses on an approved leave of absence (see Leave of Absence policy) may be
must have the department chair’s or faculty member’s signature. removed from master’s degree-seeking status.
Registration as a non-degree-seeking student implies no commitment by
the university to the student’s later admission to a degree program. Up to LEAVE OF ABSENCE
9 semester credits of graduate-level course work may be completed in the
While graduate students are expected to make continuous progress
student’s graduate program before program admission. Non-degree-
toward completion of their graduate programs, there are instances
seeking students do not qualify for federal or state financial aid benefits
where continuous registration is not possible. Students who need to
nor do they qualify to receive a Form I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for
temporarily suspend their studies must apply for a leave of absence
Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status. (See Chapter 7, Academic Standards
through their advisor and committee chair. If the leave is approved, the
and Regulations, for further information.)
student is placed on inactive status. Inactive status does not negate the
policy which requires that all credits counted toward the degree,
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME STATUS FOR including transfer credits, be earned within a consecutive seven-year
period prior to graduation. Students who fail to make continuous
MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS progress (see Continuous Registration) or to obtain an approved leave
A student who has been admitted to a UAA graduate program and is of absence may be removed from master’s degree-seeking status.
enrolled at UAA for 9 or more 600-level credits is classified as full-time.
Courses at the 400-level will count toward full-time status only if they are
applicable to the graduate degree program. A graduate student enrolled
GOOD STANDING FOR MASTER’S
at UAA for fewer than 9 credits is classified as part-time. DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTS
Any graduate student who maintains a 3.00 (B) GPA in all coursework
Audited courses, continuing education units (CEUs), and continuous
that meets the student’s graduate program requirements and who is not
registration are not included in the computation of the student’s full-
on probation is considered to be in good standing. For students
time or part-time status.
admitted to candidacy, coursework consists of those courses identified
on the official graduate studies plan.
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS
Information on graduate assistantships can be found in Chapter 4,
Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid.
PROBATION
A graduate student whose GPA falls below 3.00 (B) in courses applicable to
his/her graduate program, or a graduate student who for reasons specified
CATALOG YEAR FOR MASTER’S in writing, is not making continuous satisfactory progress toward
completing the program requirements, will be placed on probation. If the
DEGREE PROGRAMS requirements to remove probation are not satisfied within one semester,
Students may elect to graduate under the requirements of the catalog in the student will be removed from master’s degree-seeking status. Each
effect at the time of formal acceptance to a master’s degree program, or the school or college has developed written procedures to deal with appeals
catalog in effect at the time of graduation. If the requirements for a master’s arising from removal from master’s degree-seeking status.
degree as specified in the entry-level catalog are not met within seven years
of formal acceptance into the program, admission expires and the student
must reapply for admission and meet the current admission and graduation REMOVAL FROM MASTER’S DEGREE-
requirements in effect at the time of readmission or graduation.
SEEKING STATUS
All credits counted toward the degree, including transfer credit, must be A graduate student’s academic status may be changed to non-degree-
earned within the consecutive seven-year period prior to graduation. seeking if the requirements to remove provisional admission or
probation are not satisfied, or if minimum academic standards are not
met. In some cases, students may be removed from master’s degree-
seeking status without having first been placed on probation (see
Non-Degree-Seeking Students).
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5. Review and approve the thesis, independent scholarship, or
ACADEMIC APPEALS research project, including initial proposals, according to
Students have the right to appeal academic actions (See Academic procedures established by the individual graduate program.
Dispute Resolution Procedures in the current UAA Fact Finder/Student 6. Review, and approve requests for temporary leaves of absence, which,
Handbook for information). if approved, will result in the student being placed on inactive status.
7. Administer and assess the comprehensive examination, administer
REINSTATEMENT TO MASTER’S DEGREE- independent scholarship evaluation, or thesis or project defense.
SEEKING STATUS OFFICIAL GRADUATE STUDIES PLAN
Graduate students who have been removed from master’s degree-seeking
The official Graduate Studies Plan formally establishes the specific program
status for failing to meet academic standards may apply for reinstatement
requirements which will, upon satisfactory completion, entitle the student
to a graduate program after one calendar year from the semester in which
to receive the master’s degree. The plan is based upon the catalog
they were removed from master’s degree-seeking status. When re-
requirements for the graduate degree program to which the student has
applying to graduate studies, it is the student’s responsibility to
been accepted. The plan becomes official once it is approved by the dean of
demonstrate ability to succeed in the graduate program.
the Graduate School or designee and is filed with the Office of the Registrar.
Students are expected to complete all requirements listed on their official
Graduate students who have been removed from master’s degree-seeking
Graduate Studies Plan, as well as all University Requirements for Master’s
status for not making continuous progress (see Continuous Registration)
Degrees. Any revision to the plan will need to be submitted to the Graduate
must re-apply for graduate study and pay the appropriate fee.
School through the graduate advisor/committee.
Reinstated graduate students must re-apply for candidacy and may be
required to meet the program requirements which are in effect at the UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS FOR
time of reinstatement.
MASTER’S DEGREES
GRADUATE ADVISOR To complete a master’s degree, a student must complete the University
Requirements for Master’s Degrees, school or college requirements, and
The dean or designee, in conjunction with the appropriate department chair
program requirements. A graduate student’s program is based upon the
of the school or college offering the graduate program appoints a graduate
catalog requirements for the relevant graduate degree which are in
advisor for each student accepted to a graduate program. The graduate
effect at the time the student is accepted. University requirements for all
advisor and the departmental chair will be from the same program.
graduate degrees are as follows:
1. A student must be admitted to the degree program and establish
GRADUATE STUDIES COMMITTEE an approved Graduate Studies Plan.
For graduate programs with a thesis, independent scholarship, or 2. No more than 9 credits may be completed in the student’s graduate
research project, the advisor and the student select a graduate studies program before program admission. See individual program
committee as part of the process to complete the requirements of the listings for further details.
graduate degree. The committee typically consists of three UAA faculty, 3. The student must complete at least 30 approved semester credits
including the chair, who shall normally be a full-time faculty member. beyond the baccalaureate degree. Typically, at least 24 credits in
One faculty committee member may be from a discipline outside the each graduate degree must consist of courses other than thesis,
student's school or college or UAA. Committee members who are not independent scholarship (independent study), and/or a research
UAA faculty, but have the appropriate professional credentials, may be project. On approval by the dean of the Graduate School and
included with the approval of the dean of the Graduate School, college college dean, an official Graduate Study Plan may stipulate other
dean, committee chair, and the student. The committee members must course credit requirements.
agree to serve and the committee must be approved by the dean of the 4. Up to 9 semester credits not used toward any other degree
Graduate School and the college dean. (graduate or undergraduate) may be transferred to UAA from an
accredited institution and counted toward a master’s degree.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF GRADUATE Acceptance of transfer credit toward program requirements is at
the discretion of the individual program faculty.
ADVISOR/COMMITTEE 5. Individual program deans or designees may allow credit earned at
other universities within the UA system, excluding thesis credit
The division of responsibility between the advisor and/or committee is
and credits used toward another degree, to be transferred to UAA,
determined at the program level. The graduate advisor and/or
as long as at least 9 credits applicable to the student’s program are
committee will do the following:
earned at UAA after acceptance into the program.
1. Review and approve the graduate student's official Graduate 6. Only 400- and 600- level courses approved by the graduate student’s
Studies Plan, ensuring that it includes: University Requirements for graduate advisor, dean or designee, and graduate studies committee,
Master’s Degrees; all courses required for the degree; research may be counted toward graduate program requirements.
culminating in a thesis, independent scholarship or project, if 7. A cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 must be earned in courses
required; a written or oral comprehensive examination, identified in the official Graduate Study Plan.
independent scholarship evaluation, or thesis or project defense; 8. Courses at the 500-level are for professional development and are
any special program requirements; and arrangements to remove not applicable toward any degree.
any deficiencies in the student’s academic background. 9. In 600-level courses, a grade of C is minimally acceptable, provided
2. Monitor the student’s progress and timely completion of all the student maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.00 (B) in all courses
requirements in the official Graduate Studies Plan (see Continuous applicable to the graduate program. At least 21 credits must be taken
Registration). at the graduate-level (600) for any master’s degree, including thesis,
3. Monitor the timely submission of the official Graduate Studies Plan independent scholarship, or research credits. For performance
and other documents to the Graduate School. comparison only, in 600-level courses a grade of P (pass) is equivalent
4. Review and approve any changes to the official Graduate Studies to a B or higher, but does not enter into the GPA calculation.
Plan. The Graduate School will forward the original and final 10. Courses taken as credit by examination, or graded credit/no credit
documents to the Office of the Registrar. (CR/NC) do not count toward graduate program requirements. They
may, however, be used to satisfy prerequisites or to establish
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competency in a subject, thus allowing the advisor/committee to of 9 credits or more. The committee members must agree to serve and
waive certain courses in an established program, as long as the total be approved by the appropriate dean(s) or designee(s).
credits in the program remain the same. 4. The student develops a proposed interdisciplinary Graduate Studies
11. If the requirements for a master’s degree as specified in the entry- Plan Specifying the degree (MA or MS) and title or concentration. In
year catalog are not met within seven years of formal acceptance developing this proposal, the student should review all graduate
into the program, admission expires and the student must reapply degree policies and procedures. To receive an interdisciplinary studies
for admission and meet the admission and graduation requirements master’s degree from UAA, the student must incorporate into their
in effect at the time of readmission or graduation. proposal all University Requirements for Master’s Degrees, and any
12. All credits counted toward the degree, including transfer credits, school or college requirements applicable. In addition, a minimum of
must be earned within the consecutive seven-year period prior to 21 credits must be drawn from existing 600-level courses.
graduation. 5. The student presents the proposal to the committee and chair for
13. Students are expected to be continuously registered throughout preliminary review and approval. If the committee and chair
their graduate program (see Continuous Registration). support the proposal, it will be forwarded to the appropriate
14. The student must complete all requirements established by the dean(s) or designee(s). If the proposal and committee structure are
program and must pass a written or oral comprehensive examination, approved, the proposal is then submitted to the Graduate School.
an evaluation of independent scholarship, project or thesis defense, or 6. The proposal and committee structure, when approved by the dean of
similar evaluation as established by the program. The evaluation, the Graduate School, becomes the student’s official Graduate Studies
examination, or defense must be approved by all graduate committee Plan. A copy of the Graduate Studies Plan will be kept in the
members as passing the requirement. Graduate School.
15. When an oral comprehensive examination, project or thesis 7. The Graduate Studies Plan and complete admission packet will
defense, or evaluation of independent scholarship is required, the then be forwarded to the specific graduate programs for an
student may select an outside reviewer approved by the dean of acceptance decision. Acceptance is determined by the dean and/or
the Graduate School and college dean to participate and to ensure faculty of the affected graduate programs, who then inform the
that the evaluation, examination, or defense is fair and appropriate. Office of Admissions of their decision.
Typically, the outside reviewer is a faculty member from another 8. Once accepted to graduate study, the students work with their
department in the university, or other qualified individual in the advisors and committees to ensure that satisfactory progress is
area in which the student is seeking a degree. made toward completing degree requirements. Students are
16. Thesis format must meet the requirements as established by the expected to be continuously registered throughout their graduate
Graduate School. program (see Continuous Registration).
9. The student must complete all requirements established in the official
APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION interdisciplinary Graduate Studies Plan, and must pass a written or
oral comprehensive examination, an evaluation of independent
Graduate students must submit an Application for Graduation, signed scholarship, project or thesis defense, or similar evaluation as
by the academic advisor and accompanied by the required fee, to the established by the program. The evaluation, examination, or defense
Office of the Registrar. Application for Graduation deadlines are March must be approved by all graduate committee members as passing the
1 for summer graduation, May 1 for fall graduation, and September 15 requirement, by the chair of the department representing the
for spring graduation. committee chair, and by the dean of the Graduate School.
10. When an oral comprehensive examination, project or thesis
Applications received after the deadline will be processed for the following defense, or evaluation of independent scholarship is required, the
semester. Students who apply for graduation but do not complete degree student may select an outside reviewer approved by the dean of
requirements by the end of the semester must re-apply for graduation. The the Graduate School to participate and assure that the evaluation,
application fee must be paid with each Application for Graduation. examination, or defense is fair and appropriate. Typically, the
outside reviewer is a faculty member from another department in
This policy is currently under review. Please see the UAA Office of the the university, or other qualified individual in the area in which
Registrar website at www.uaa.alaska.edu/records/ for current information the student is seeking a degree.
regarding graduation and the posting of degrees.
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES DEGREE GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
A graduate-level certificate program is a coherent sequence of related
A student who has received a baccalaureate degree from a regionally
graduate courses. These programs are designed to provide graduate
accredited institution and whose credentials indicate the ability to pursue
education past the baccalaureate level and/or to enhance the education
graduate work may develop an interdisciplinary studies degree program
of students who have already completed a master’s degree. Students
(MA or MS). The student must apply and meet all requirements for
will complete a linked series of courses, which may include a capstone
graduate admission, and specify an interdisciplinary studies major. The
experience or project that focuses their intellectual experience. Upon
proposed program must differ significantly from and may not substitute for
completion of a certificate, students will have acquired an area of
an existing UAA graduate degree program. The student may select no more
specialization or an interdisciplinary perspective. Further, success in a
than one half of the program credits from one existing graduate degree
graduate-level certificate program should prepare students to better
program, and courses must come from two or more disciplines (i.e.,
accomplish the goals of their discipline.
subjects). In addition to the University requirements for Master's Degrees
listed above, students must comply with the following procedures:
1. The student submits a UAA Graduate Application for Admission
ADMISSIONS
(Interdisciplinary Studies Major) with the appropriate fee to the
Office of Admissions.
(907) 786-1480
2 The student invites a faculty member to chair their graduate www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions
studies committee and to serve as the student’s graduate advisor. All students intending to register for one or more courses must apply for
The chair shall normally be a full-time faculty member. The chair admission. Applications for admission are available from the Enrollment
must agree to serve and must be approved by the appropriate Management One-Stop or online via www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions.
dean(s) or designee(s).
3. The student proposes a graduate studies committee of at least three
faculty members from the appropriate academic disciplines. The
committee members and chair must represent all concentration areas
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR Student status must meet university and degree program admission
requirements. In addition to being admitted to a graduate program,
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES international students must submit the following:
To qualify for admission to graduate certificate programs, a student 1. An official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
must have earned a baccalaureate or master’s degree from a regionally score of at least 550 for the paper-based test or 213 for the
accredited institution in the United States or a foreign equivalent. computer-based test.
Students who expect to receive their baccalaureate or master’s degree 2. A statement of financial support for the anticipated period of
within two semesters may also apply for graduate admission; see study and evidence of availability of funds such as a bank
Incomplete Admission later in this section. Admission is granted to statement.
applicants who have received their baccalaureate or master’s degree and 3. An English translation of all required documents.
whose credentials indicate their ability to pursue graduate work. In 4. Students who earned their baccalaureate degree outside the
general, applicants must either have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 (B United States or Canada must submit an official statement
average on a 4.00 scale) or meet the GPA requirements of the specific from a recommended international credentials evaluation
graduate certificate program to which they are applying. service stating that their degree is the equivalent of a U.S.
bachelor’s degree. A list of evaluation services may be
All graduate students must submit official transcripts showing obtained from the Office of Admissions. Fees depend upon the
completion and conferral of all baccalaureate and/or graduate degrees agency performing the evaluation. The evaluation service will
and any transcripts reflecting graduate-level courses. Transcripts are to require a separate transcript and copy of the English
be requested by the student and must be submitted in an officially translation.
sealed envelope. (Exception: Students do not need to request transcripts
from any University of Alaska campus.) Individual programs may also International students in F-1 visa status must be formally admitted,
require additional transcripts and/or specific entrance examinations full-time, degree-seeking students. Health insurance is also
such as the GRE or the Miller Analogies Test. See individual program mandatory. Contact the international student advisor in the Office
requirements later in this chapter for details. of Admissions for details.
Applicants with transcripts from institutions outside the United States or
Canada must submit official transcripts and English translations as well
APPLICATION AND ADMISSION STATUS FOR
as an official statement of educational equivalency from a recommended GRADUATE CERTIFICATE-SEEKING
international credentials evaluation service. A list of evaluation services
may be obtained from the Office of Admissions. Fees depend upon the STUDENTS: TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
agency performing the evaluation. The evaluation service will require a
separate transcript and copy of the English translation. APPLICATION STATUS
Applicants whose native language is not English or whose baccalaureate
Incomplete Application
degree was conferred by an institution where English was not the An incomplete application is one that is not accompanied by
language of instruction must also submit scores from the Test of English all required documents; generally, an application is considered
as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). TOEFL scores may be waived if the incomplete until all required official transcripts and test scores
applicant has been a long-term resident of the United States or of have been received.
another English-speaking country and demonstrates fluency in reading,
writing, and speaking in English.
Pending Application
A pending application has met university requirements and is
Applications, official transcripts, and required test scores (if any) must awaiting departmental recommendation for admission.
be submitted to the Office of Admissions. All of these materials become
the property of UAA and are only released or copied for use within the
Postponed Application
University of Alaska system. Once all required transcripts and test Students may postpone their applications to a future semester
scores have been received, the Office of Admissions will forward each by notifying the Office of Admissions prior to the end of the
student’s admission packet to the dean, department chair, or designee semester for which they originally applied.
for consideration.
Withdrawn Before Admission
Each graduate certificate program has individual admission standards and Students must complete or postpone their admission by the end
document requirements. All of these materials become the property of of the semester for which they have applied. At the end of each
UAA and are only released or copied for use within the University of semester, all applications still incomplete or not postponed will
Alaska system. Additional information such as writing samples, goal be withdrawn. Students whose applications have been
statements, letters of recommendation, research proposals, and/or withdrawn must re-apply for admission if they later choose to
interviews may be required by specific programs. When required, these attend UAA.
materials must be submitted directly to the department chair or designee.
ADMISSION STATUS
Deadlines for submission of materials vary by program. No more than
one-third of the credits may be completed in the student’s certificate Complete Admission
program before application for admission. See individual program All required documents have been received and all admission
listings for information. standards met.
Incomplete Admission
INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE Students who expect to receive their baccalaureate or master’s
degree from a regionally accredited institution within two
STUDENTS semesters (three if including summer) may apply for
International Services graduate admission. Formal acceptance becomes final only
(907) 786-1558 after the baccalaureate or master’s degree is completed and
International students who will attend UAA as F-1 visa students and conferred, and all other admission requirements are met. All
who need a Form I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant F-1 admission requirements must be satisfied prior to
advancement to candidacy.
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Provisional Admission NON DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTS
Students who show potential for success in graduate studies but
Non-degree-seeking students who wish to register for graduate courses
do not meet all the admission requirements for a program may
must have the department chair’s or faculty member’s signature.
be provisionally admitted. Provisions are established and
Registration as a non-degree-seeking student implies no commitment by
monitored by the dean or designee, and faculty of the program.
the university to the student’s later admission to a graduate certificate
If the provisions are not met within specified deadlines, the
program. Up to one third of the credits of graduate certificate course work
student may be removed from graduate certificate-seeking
may be completed in the student’s graduate certificate program before
status. All terms of provisional admission must be satisfied prior
program admission. Non-degree-seeking students do not qualify for
to advancement to candidacy.
federal or state financial aid benefits nor do they qualify to receive a Form
Postponed Admission I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status.
Students may postpone their admission to a future semester
by notifying the Office of Admissions prior to the end of the
semester for which they originally applied.
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME STATUS FOR
Withdrawn After Admission GRADUATE CERTIFICATE-SEEKING STUDENTS
Admission will be withdrawn when students do not attend A student who has been admitted to a UAA graduate certificate
classes during or postpone their admission by the end of program and is enrolled at UAA for 9 or more 600-level credits is
their admission semester. Students whose admissions have classified as full-time. Courses at the 400-level will count toward full-
been withdrawn must apply for admission if they later chose time status only if they are applicable to the graduate certificate
to attend UAA. program. A graduate certificate student enrolled at UAA for fewer than
9 credits is classified as part-time.
RELATED GRADUATE CERTIFICATE POLICIES Audited courses, continuing education units (CEUs), and professional
development courses (500 level) are not included in the computation of
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE TRANSFER CREDITS the student’s full-time or part-time status.
Up to one-third of the credits (semester) or the equivalent earned at
a regionally accredited institution and not previously used to
obtain any undergraduate degree or certificate may be transferred CATALOG YEAR FOR GRADUATE
to UAA and accepted toward a graduate certificate. Acceptance of
transfer credits toward program requirements is at the discretion of
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
the individual program. Students may elect to graduate under the requirements of the catalog in
effect at the time of formal acceptance to a graduate certificate program,
or the catalog in effect at the time of graduation.
CHANGE OF GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Graduate students who wish to change certificate programs within If the requirements for a graduate certificate program as specified in the
a college or program must complete a Change of Graduate Degree entry-level catalog are not met within seven years of formal acceptance
or Emphasis Area form and pay the appropriate fee. This applies into the program, admission expires and the student must reapply for
both to changes between schools or colleges and to different admission and meet the admission and graduation requirements in
certificates within the same school or college. Students will be effect at the time of readmission or graduation.
expected to meet all admission and program requirements of their
new major or emphasis area. All credits counted toward the certificate, including transfer credit, must
be earned within the consecutive seven-year period prior to graduation.
CONCURRENT GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
Students may pursue concurrent graduate certificates as long as GOOD STANDING FOR GRADUATE
they have formally applied and been accepted to each program
through the Office of Admissions. CERTIFICATE-SEEKING STUDENTS
A graduate certificate-seeking student who maintains a 3.00 (B)
ADDITIONAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATES cumulative GPA in courses on their official Graduate Certificate Studies
Students who have received a graduate certificate or master’s Plan is considered in good standing.
degree from UAA or another regionally accredited college or
university may earn a UAA graduate certificate by completing at REMOVAL FROM GRADUATE
least one-third of the certificate credit requirements in residence at
UAA and after admission to the certificate program. Credits CERTIFICATE-SEEKING STATUS
previously used for any undergraduate certificate or degree may A graduate certificate student’s academic status may be changed to non-
not be used to satisfy graduate certificate program requirements. degree-seeking if the requirements to remove provisional admission are
Multiple graduate certificates may be awarded only if they differ not satisfied, or if minimum academic standards are not met.
by at least one-third of their credit requirements.
A graduate certificate student whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.00
FORMAL ACCEPTANCE TO GRADUATE (B) in courses applicable to his/her graduate certificate program, or a
graduate certificate student who, for reasons specified in writing, is not
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS making satisfactory progress toward completing the program
requirements may be removed from graduate certificate-seeking status.
Once all required admission documents have been received by the Office of
Each school or college has developed procedures to deal with appeals
Admissions, the student’s admission packet is forwarded to the dean or
arising from removal from graduate certificate-seeking status.
designee of the specific program. The acceptance decision is made by the
dean or designee, who informs the Office of Admissions of the decision. the
Office of Admissions sends the official Certificate of Admission directly to
the applicant. Acceptance to a graduate certificate program does not
guarantee later admission to other graduate certificates or degrees.
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ACADEMIC APPEALS GRADUATE CERTIFICATE
Students have the right to appeal academic actions (See Academic
Dispute Resolution Procedure in the UAA Fact Finder/Student
UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS
Handbook for information). University requirements for all graduate certificates are as follows:
1. A student must be admitted to the certificate program and
REINSTATEMENT TO GRADUATE establish an approved Graduate Studies Plan. Students must fulfill
all General University Requirements, college requirements and
CERTIFICATE-SEEKING STATUS certificate program requirements.
2. The student must complete at least 12 approved semester credits
Graduate students who have been removed from graduate certificate-
not counted toward the baccalaureate degree.
seeking status for not making satisfactory progress must reapply for a
3. The student must complete all requirements established by the
graduate certificate program and pay the appropriate fee.
program.
4. A cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 (B) must be earned in courses
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE ADVISOR identified on the official Graduate Certificate Studies Plan.
The dean or designee of the appropriate school or college offering the 5. Only 400- and 600-level courses approved by the student’s
graduate certificate program appoints an advisor for each student graduate certificate advisor/committee and the Dean or designee,
accepted to the program. may be counted toward graduate certificate requirements.
6. In 400-level courses, a minimum grade of B is required for the
course to count toward the certificate program requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE GRADUATE 7. Courses at the 500-level are for professional development and are
CERTIFICATE ADVISOR/COMMITTEE 8.
not applicable toward any certificate, even by petition.
In 600-level courses, a grade of C is minimally acceptable, provided
The division of responsibility between the advisor and/or committee is the student maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.00 (B) in all courses
determined at the program level. The graduate certificate advisor and/or applicable to the graduate certificate program. At least two thirds
committee will do the following: of the credits required for the certificate must be taken at the
1. Review the student’s graduate certificate studies plan, ensuring graduate level (600). For performance comparison only, in 600-level
that it includes: the Graduate Certificate University Requirements; courses a grade of P (pass) is equivalent to a B or higher, but does
all courses required for the certificate; any special program not enter into the GPA calculation.
requirements; and a capstone experience or project, if required. 9. Up to one-third of the semester credits used to complete the
2. Arrange to remove any deficiencies in the student’s admission or requirements of a graduate certificate may be transferred to UAA
academic background. from a regionally accredited institution. Acceptance of transfer
3. Approve the official Graduate Certificate Studies Plan. credit toward program requirements is at the discretion of the
4. Monitor the student’s progress and timely completion of all individual program.
requirements. 10. Individual program deans or designees may allow credit earned at
5. Monitor the timely submission of the official Graduate Certificate other universities in the UA system, to be transferred to UAA, as
Studies Plan and other documents to the Graduate School. long as at least 6 credits applicable to the student’s certificate
6. Review and approve any changes to the official Graduate program are earned at UAA after acceptance into the program.
Certificate Studies Plan. The Graduate School will forward the 11. Courses taken by correspondence, credit by examination, or
original and final documents to the Office of the Registrar. graded credit/no credit (CR/NC) do not count toward graduate
7. Review and approve the capstone experience or project according certificate requirements. They may, however, be used to satisfy
to procedures established by the individual program. prerequisites or to establish competency in a subject, thus allowing
8. Administer and assess a comprehensive examination, if required. the advisor or committee to waive certain courses in an established
program, as long as the total credits in the graduate certificate
program remain the same.
OFFICIAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE 12. If the requirements for a graduate certificate as specified in the
STUDIES PLAN entry-level catalog are not met within seven years of formal
acceptance into the program, admission expires and the student
The official Graduate Certificate Studies Plan formally establishes the
must reapply for admission and meet the admission and graduation
specific program requirements which will, upon satisfactory completion,
requirements in effect at the time of readmission or graduation.
entitle the student to receive the graduate certificate. The program plan is
13. All credits counted toward the graduate certificate, including
based upon the catalog requirements for the graduate certificate program
transfer credits, must be earned within the consecutive seven-year
to which the student has been accepted. The plan becomes official once it
period prior to graduation.
is approved by the Dean or designee and is filed with the Office of the
14. Coursework used to obtain a graduate certificate or graduate degree,
Registrar. Students are expected to complete all requirements listed on
if accepted for inclusion in the Graduate Certificate Studies Plan and
the official Graduate Certificate Studies Plan, as well as all Graduate
approved by the dean of the Graduate School and college dean, may
Certificate University Requirements and college requirements for the
be used to satisfy requirements for a graduate certificate.
program. Any revision to the plan will need to be submitted to the Office
15. At least one third of the credits used to satisfy graduate certificate
of the Registrar through the graduate certificate advisor/committee.
requirements must be UAA resident credit completed after
acceptance into the program. See the exception for UA system
DETERMINING PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS credits in (10) above.
A graduate certificate student’s program is based upon the catalog
requirements for the relevant graduate certificate program which are in APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION
effect at the time the student was accepted to the program.
Graduate certificate students must submit an Application for
Graduation, signed by the academic advisor and accompanied by the
required fee, to the Office of the Registrar. Application for Graduation
deadlines are March 1 for summer graduation, May 1 for fall
graduation, and September 15 for spring. Applications received after the
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deadline will be processed for the following semester. Students who
apply for graduation but do not complete the graduate certificate
requirements by the end of the semester must re-apply for graduation.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
The application fee must be paid with each Application for Graduation.
This policy is currently under review. Please see the UAA Office of the
Registrar website at www.uaa.alaska.edu/records/ for current information
regarding graduation and the posting of certificates.
ANTHROPOLOGY
Beatrice McDonald Hall (BMH), Room 214, (907) 786-6840
http://anthro.uaa.alaska.edu
MEDICAL SCHOOL
The Master of Arts degree in Anthropology, with emphases in General or
WWAMI BIOMEDICAL PROGRAM Applied Anthropology, is designed to provide a rigorous background in
Engineering Building (ENGR), Room 331, (907) 786-4789 contemporary theory and practice in anthropology, particularly through
http://biomed.uaa.alaska.edu the use of proseminars, internships, and independent research. The MA
Each year, 20 certified Alaska residents begin their medical education in degree requires a research-based thesis. Within the MA program, the
a collaborative medical school that operates among the campuses of five Applied Anthropology emphasis offers specialized tracks designed to
northwestern states: Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and train students in applied aspects of anthropology that may be
Idaho (WWAMI). First-year classes for Alaskans are held at the employment related. The Applied Cultural Anthropology track identifies
University of Alaska Anchorage. Second-year students from all five and assists in resolving current social issues in their cultural dimensions.
states attend classes at the University of Washington in Seattle. The six- The Applied Biological Anthropology track encompasses forensic
week blocks of clinical experiences, called clerkships, that occupy the anthropology, medical anthropology, and other practical applications of
third and fourth years can be taken in any of the five states, and an physical anthropology. The Cultural Resource Management track
Alaska Track allows nearly all of these to be completed in Alaska. involves the inventory, assessment, and conservation of archaeological
and historical sites and remains, and places of traditional cultural
importance, as a part of a larger management framework.
ELIGIBILITY
Alaskan residents are eligible to apply for admission. Detailed eligibility
information is available at MASTER OF ARTS, ANTHROPOLOGY
http://biomed.uaa.alaska.edu/ak_wwami_eligibility.html. Applicants
must meet common requirements established by the institutions in the
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
five WWAMI states. These requirements include prerequisites in See Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at the beginning of
biology, chemistry and physics and submission of scores from the this chapter. Deadline for application: February 15 for fall semester
Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). Program details can be found admission. Students seeking admission into the Anthropology MA
at www.uwmedicine.org or by contacting the WWAMI office using the degree program must meet the following requirements (1-3) and must
contact information provided below. submit the following documents (4-9):
1. Although graduating college or university seniors are invited to
ADMISSIONS apply, no student may be formally admitted to graduate study
Applications are accepted through the American Medical College until the baccalaureate degree has been awarded from an
Application Service (AMCAS). WWAMI applications are submitted to accredited college or university.
the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM). All 2. It is strongly recommended that the student has completed a
applications received by UWSOM from Alaskan residents will be minimum of 18 credits of undergraduate coursework in
considered for the WWAMI Program in Alaska. Complete application Anthropology with a GPA of 3.00. An undergraduate major in
information, including details about the selection procedure can be anthropology is preferred.
found at www.uwmedicine.org or by contacting the WWAMI office 3. Students must have at least a 3.00 overall undergraduate GPA.
using the contact information provided below. 4. Completed UAA graduate admissions application form.
5. Official transcripts of college-level work from each institution
For more information concerning WWAMI or the biomedical curriculum attended.
at UAA, contact the WWAMI Biomedical Office at 786-4789, visit 6. Graduate Record Examination results (General Test Scores), taken
http://biomed.uaa.alaska.edu or visit Engineering Building (ENGR) 331. within five years prior to the application date.
7. Three letters of recommendation from professors or other
professionals particularly qualified to attest to the applicant's
FACULTY qualifications for graduate study.
Raymond Bailey, Professor, rbailey@uaa.alaska.edu 8. A letter of intent, including a brief statement of the applicant's
Lorna "Jamie" Elswick, Adjunct Instructor, AFLAE1@uaa.alaska.edu research and career goals and reasons for pursuing graduate study
Robert Furilla, Term Associate Professor, AFRAF1@uaa.alaska.edu in Anthropology at UAA.
Timothy Hinterberger, Associate Professor, AFTJH@uaa.alaska.edu 9. (Optional) An example of a substantial paper or research proposal
Cindy Knall, Assistant Professor, AFCMK@uaa.alaska.edu indicative of the applicant's potential for graduate study.
Tanya Leinicke, Adjunct Assistant Professor, tleinicke@salud.unm.edu
Ryan McGhan, Adjunct Instructor, ryanmcghan11@hotmail.com Applicants may also be requested to complete a personal interview.
Jesse Owens, Associate Professor, jesseleeowens@yahoo.com
Debra Pohlman, Adjunct Professor, AFDDP@uaa.alaska.edu Acceptance is determined by the Anthropology Graduate Admissions
Quentin Reuer, Professor, AFQBR@uaa.alaska.edu Committee and is based on:
Julie Sicilia, Associate Director, AFJMS@uaa.alaska.edu 1. The prospective student’s overall credentials; and
Ram Srinivasan, Professor, AFRS2@uaa.alaska.edu 2. The availability of appropriate faculty for student research interests.
John Tappel, Adjunct Instructor, jtappel@latouchepediatrics.net
Dennis Valenzeno, Professor and Director, AFDPV@uaa.alaska.edu Failure to meet any of the above criteria may result in conditional
admission to the MA program. Conditional admission may be conferred on
students if important deficiencies are identified in their undergraduate
training. Conditionally admitted students are notified of those deficiencies,
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and required to rectify them at UAA, normally within a period of one year, 8. One of the following study emphases must be chosen:
before admission to regular status in the program is conferred. In some
cases, deficiencies can be made up at another academic institution. General Anthropology Emphasis
Conditional students cannot receive graduate teaching assistantships, 1. Complete the following:
research assistantships, or departmental travel/research grants. ANTH A602 Proseminar in Cultural Anthropology* 3
ANTH A605 Proseminar in Biological Anthropology* 3
Prospective graduate students are strongly advised to contact all ANTH A611 Proseminar in Archaeology* 3
potential faculty for research/advisor arrangements at an early stage of ANTH A699 Thesis Research 1-6
their admission process. An attempt is made to assign an initial advisor 600 level elective courses 6
to students based on interests and other academic criteria. 400 or 600 level elective courses 9-14
2. A total of 30 credits are required for the degree.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS Applied Anthropology Emphasis
1. Complete the following:
To maintain continuous progress toward the MA degree, a student in
ANTH A602 Proseminar in Cultural Anthropology* 3
the graduate program is expected to complete each semester a minimum
ANTH A605 Proseminar in Biological Anthropology* 3
of 9 credits of coursework applicable to the program, with grades of A or
ANTH A611 Proseminar in Archaeology* 3
B, for full-time students, or 3 credits per semester for part-time students.
ANTH A699 Thesis Research 1-6
Failure to comply may result in the student being removed from the
600 level elective courses 6
program. The same is true of students who fail to rectify conditions of
400 or 600 level elective courses 9-14
their admission. In addition, students must advance to candidacy within
* All Proseminar courses must be taken in residence at
five years, unless on an approved leave of absence. Such leaves of
UAA. These courses may not be taken by Directed Study
absence may not total more than four semesters.
or by correspondence. Students may not take any
Proseminar until formally admitted to the MA Program.
CANDIDACY REQUIREMENTS 2. Complete one of the following tracks:
See the beginning of this chapter for Advancement to Candidacy Applied Cultural Anthropology Track
requirements. A student may apply for advancement to candidacy by Complete the following courses (9 credits):
doing the following: ANTH A615 Advanced Applied Anthropology 3
1. Select a graduate studies committee by the end of the first semester ANTH A630 Advanced Research Methods in
of graduate study. Cultural Anthropology* 3
2. Submit an Official Graduate Studies Plan, as described in the UAA ANTH A695 Anthropology Practicum 3
catalog, after no more than three semesters of full-time graduate study. *If this course was taken as an undergraduate upper
3. Complete at least 24 semester-credits of non-thesis course work division course (ANTH A415 or the equivalent), another
applicable to the MA program. course may be substituted with the approval of the
4. Demonstrate research or statistical competence needed to complete student's Graduate Studies Committee.
the degree program, as approved by a student's graduate studies Applied Biological Anthropology Track
committee. Usually, UAA courses such as STAT A252 or A253 or the Complete 9 credits from the following: 9
equivalent, or computer skills such as photogrammetry, SEM image ANTH A645 Advanced Evolution of Humans and
analysis, or GIS analysis will meet this requirement. Disease (3)
5. In addition, a student may be required to demonstrate mastery of a ANTH A655 Advanced Medical Anthropology (3)
foreign language, if deemed necessary by the graduate studies ANTH A657 Nutritional Anthropology (3)
committee. ANTH A685 Advanced Human Osteology (3)
6. Pass a written comprehensive examination in anthropology. Normally, ANTH A686 Advanced Applied Human Osteology (3)
this examination is taken before the end of the second year of study, ANTH A695 Anthropology Practicum (3)
but in any case must be taken by the completion of 30 semester-
Cultural Resource Management Track
credits. This examination may be taken twice, but failure to pass the
a. Complete the following:
examination a second time will result in removal from the program.
ANTH A675 Cultural Resource Management 3
7. Prepare a thesis prospectus for approval by the graduate studies
b. Complete 6 credits from the following: 6
committee.
ANTH A631 Field Methods in Archaeology (1-8)*
ANTH A680 Advanced Analytical Techniques in
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Archaeology (3)
See University Requirements for Master’s Degrees at the beginning of ANTH A676 Ethical Issues in Archaeology (3)
this chapter. ANTH A681 Advanced Museum Studies in
Anthropology (3)
ANTH A695 Anthropology Practicum (3)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS *No more than 3 credits may be applied to this emphasis.
1. The following courses must be taken with a grade of A or B. 3. Complete 400-level or 600-level elective courses 6-11
2. At least 21 credits must be taken at the graduate (600) level. 4. A total of 30 credits are required for the degree.
3. No more than 6 credits of Internship/Practicum or Independent
Study may be applied to the degree, unless a student is taking
more than one track in the Applied Anthropology emphasis, in FACULTY
which case 3 additional credits are available. Alan Boraas, Professor (KPC campus), IFASB@uaa.alaska.edu
4. Courses outside the field of Anthropology may be taken as Phyllis Fast, Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Liberal Studies,
electives if approved by the student’s advisor. AFPAF@uaa.alaska.edu
5. The student must submit a written MA thesis to the graduate Kerry Feldman, Professor, AFKDF@uaa.alaska.edu
studies committee, conforming to UAA specifications. Christine Hanson, Professor, AFCLH@uaa.alaska.edu
6. The student must pass an oral defense of the thesis, open to the Diane Hanson, Assistant Professor, AFDKH@uaa.alaska.edu
university community and the general public. Steve Langdon, Professor/Chair, AFSJL@uaa.alaska.edu
7. The student must submit an Application for Graduation. Douglas Veltre, Professor Emeritus, AFDWV@uaa.alaska.edu
David Yesner, Professor, AFDRY@uaa.alaska.edu
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Admission deadlines: All materials are due by March 15 for fall
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES admission, and by November 15 for spring admission.
ConocoPhillips Integrated Sciences Building (CPSB), Room 101,
(907) 786-4770 Acceptance is determined by the GAC and is based on the prospective
http://biology.uaa.alaska.edu student’s overall credentials and the availability of appropriate faculty
for student research interests. Because students will not be admitted to
The WWAMI/Biomedical program may be found at the program without a faculty mentor, prospective graduate students
http://biomed.uaa.alaska.edu are strongly advised to contact faculty for research/advisor arrangements
at an early stage of their admission process. Applicants must have a
The graduate program in Biological Sciences offers a research program of faculty mentor to be accepted into the program. Faculty research
study leading to the Master of Science degree. The MS degree requires a interests are available at www.uaa.alaska.edu/biology.
thesis that is the result of research performed under the supervision of a
UAA faculty member.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
We recommend that prospective students review the program guidelines See University Requirements for Master’s Degrees at the beginning of
and expectations, which are detailed in the department’s graduate this chapter.
handbook at www.uaa.alaska.edu/biology/graduate/index.cfm. General
guidelines for prospective students can also be found on UAA’s
Graduate School webpage:
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
www.uaa.alaska.edu/academics/graduatestudies/prospective.cfm 1. Students working toward an MS degree in Biological Sciences must
fulfill the following minimum requirements:
MASTER OF SCIENCE, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES a. A minimum of 30 credits is required, of which at least 21
credits must be at the 600 level.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS b. Complete the following courses:
600-level Science Credits minimum 9
Students seeking admission into the Biological Sciences MS degree
[does not include BIOL A692, BIOL A693,
program should meet the following requirements (1-3). Applicants must
BIOL 696, BIOL A698, BIOL A699 credits]
submit items 3 through 6 to the university, and items 7 and 8 directly to
c. BIOL A692 Graduate Seminar (1) 2 to 6
the department. Applicants should also submit unofficial copies of items 3
d. BIOL A698 Directed Research (1-6)* up to 12
through 6 to the Department of Biological Sciences. Details on this process
and
are available at www.uaa.alaska.edu/biology/graduate/paperwork.cfm.
BIOL A699 Thesis (1-6)*
1. Students must have a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or
*Note: Be aware that the university sets limits on the maximum
equivalent science to be determined by the graduate advisory
number of these credits that can be counted towards the degree; see
committee (GAC). Although graduating college or university seniors
earlier in this chapter.
are invited to apply, no student may be formally admitted to graduate
2. Upper-division (400-level) credits may be applied to the degree only
study until the baccalaureate degree has been awarded from an
with approval of the student’s graduate study committee (GSC) via
accredited college or university.
inclusion on the Graduate Studies Plan. In order to receive credit for
2. Applicants must take both the general and subject (either biology,
coursework, students must receive a minimum grade of B in all 400-
biochemistry, or chemistry) Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and
level courses, and a minimum grade of C in all 600-level courses,
have the scores sent directly to the university from the testing agency.
provided that the cumulative GPA does not drop below 3.00.
3. Applicants must have at least a 3.00 GPA, or at least a 70th
3. Within the first semester of study, each student must select a
percentile in two out of the six GRE scores (verbal, quantitative,
graduate study committee consisting of a minimum of three
analytical, or three subtests of the subject GRE). Successful
members (no more than five is recommended). Two of the three
applicants ordinarily have no grade lower than a C in
members must be full-time, tenure-track faculty in the Department
undergraduate science courses.
of Biological Sciences. The committee chair will be the student's
4. Applicants must complete and submit the UAA graduate
research advisor if a full-time UAA faculty member. If the primary
application form, which is available at
research advisor is an affiliate faculty member, the chair will be
http://edit.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions/admis_grad.cfm.
shared with a full-time UAA faculty member, and both will be
5. Applicants must submit official transcript(s) reflecting graduate-level
designated as co-chairs. To be a co-chair, a non-UAA faculty
credits and credits pertaining to the baccalaureate degree from each
member must have official affiliate status within the department.
institution attended. Applicants with transcript(s) from institution(s)
4. A student's GSC must meet each semester to review a student's
outside the United States or Canada must provide an official
progress. A progress report form must be signed by the GSC each
statement of equivalency from a recommended credentials evaluation
semester and submitted to the chair of the GAC and filed with the
service and, if necessary, an English translation of the transcript.
departmental secretary. The departmental report of graduate student
6. Foreign students must submit scores from the Test of English as a
progress can be found online. In addition, an annual report on
Foreign Language (TOEFL) if English is not the applicant’s native
student progress must be filed with the Graduate School no later than
language or was not the language of instruction for the applicants
May 15 of each year. Failure to file semester and annual progress
baccalaureate degree. TOEFL scores may be waived if the applicant
reports will be taken as an indication of inadequate progress, and is
has been a long-term resident of the United States or of another
grounds for probation and subsequent dismissal from the program.
English-speaking country. At a minimum, students must meet the
5. Each student must submit an official Graduate Study Plan (GSP)
TOEFL score guidelines set by UAA for undergraduate admission.
form by the end of the first semester of graduate work. The official
See the UAA website for scoring guidelines.
GSP formally establishes the specific program requirements that
7. A brief (typically one page) statement of the applicant’s research
will, upon satisfactory completion, entitle the student to receive the
and career goals and three letters of recommendation from persons
graduate degree or certificate. This form must be approved by the
who are qualified to evaluate the applicant’s ability to successfully
student's GSC and also be signed by the chair of the GAC, the
perform graduate-level coursework and research should be
department chair and the dean of the College of Graduate School.
submitted directly to the department.
6. All graduate students must remain in good standing throughout
8. A letter of support from a UAA faculty member expressing
their degree. In order to remain in good standing in the program,
willingness to accept the applicant into his/her research group and
students must:
a statement of available funding or funding opportunities for
research support for the student.
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a. maintain a 3.00 GPA (cumulative) in all coursework listed on
their GSP, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
b. file a GSP by the end of their first semester in residence, and Social Sciences Building (SSB), Room 264, (907) 786-1795
c. file satisfactory progress reports during each semester in http://psych.uaa.alaska.edu
residence.
7. At a minimum, students not in good standing will not be able to The Master of Science in Clinical Psychology is designed to be
compete for teaching assistantships or be awarded tuition waivers responsive to the needs of a variety of Alaska mental health service
from the department, college, or graduate school. Students not in settings and to meet prerequisites for licensing requirements at the
good standing risk being place on probation and/or removed from master's level in psychology for the state of Alaska. The MS degree
the degree program. allows graduates to pursue either the Licensed Professional Counselor
8. Each graduate student is required to submit a written thesis (LPC) or the Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) license.
proposal that details the plan for the student’s graduate work. This
document is developed in consultation with the graduate advisor, The goal of the program is to provide students with a well-rounded
and once prepared must be submitted and defended in front of the education that includes an evidence-based background in the best
student’s GSC. Upon satisfactory completion of the defense, the practices applicable to community mental health settings. The
student's GSC must signify approval of the proposal by signing the curriculum addresses local behavioral health needs in a context that is
proposal. A copy of the proposal shall be submitted to the GAC culturally sensitive and community focused. An important program
chair and this copy will be placed in the student's departmental file. goal is the recruitment and retention of nontraditional students.
9. Students will conduct the research outlined in the thesis proposal
and write up their results as a graduate thesis following guidelines
provided by the Graduate School. This written thesis must be MASTER OF SCIENCE, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
approved by the GSC, the chair of the Biology Department, the
dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and the dean of the ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Graduate School in order to be considered complete. No student Forms and instructions are available at:
shall graduate without completing a written thesis. http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/psych/masters/admissions.cfm
10. Following submission of their thesis to their GSC, students must 1. Application deadline: April 1 for fall admission. This is the only
present a thesis defense seminar, which will be followed by a opportunity for program admission each year.
private meeting with their GSC to finalize the defense. The student 2. Compliance with Admission Requirements for Master’s Degrees as
must successfully defend the thesis in order to graduate. given in the University of Alaska Anchorage catalog.
3. Undergraduate training in general psychology; statistics or
DOCTORAL PROGRAM, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES research; learning and cognition or strategies of behavior
change; clinical psychology; and psychological testing.
The department also offers PhD degrees in collaboration with the Examples of UAA courses that meet these requirements are
University of Alaska Fairbanks. Because application guidelines and PSY A111, PSY A260 or PSY A420; PSY A355 or PSY A445;
requirements differ among the departments at UAF with which we PSY A425; PSY A473. Alternative courses and/or experiences
collaborate, we recommend that you contact the faculty member at UAA will also be considered. Students without an undergraduate
with whom you would like to work, and discuss how to proceed. degree in psychology must have all prerequisites.
4. Submission of a letter of intent describing the applicant’s interest
FACULTY and purpose in pursuing the MS degree in Clinical Psychology. The
Lilian Alessa, Associate Professor, AFLA@uaa.alaska.edu letter should address the reasons why the degree is being sought at
Ray Bailey, Professor, AFRPB@uaa.alaska.edu this point in the applicant’s professional development. See
Marilyn Barker, Affiliate Associate Professor, AFMHB@uaa.alaska.edu instructions on the website.
Loren Buck, Associate Professor, loren@uaa.alaska.edu 5. Submission of three professional letters of reference that address
Jennifer Moss Burns, Associate Professor, AFJMB4@uaa.alaska.edu the applicant’s suitability for the program.
Matt Carlson, Assistant Professor, AFMLC2@uaa.alaska.edu 6. Submission of Student Disclosure Form. See website.
Douglas Causey, Professor, dcausey@uaa.alaska.edu 7. Submission of a resume or vita that documents the applicant’s
Khrys Duddleston, Associate Professor, AFKD1@uaa.alaska.edu vocational and professional experiences, academic achievements,
Sarah Gerken, Asscociate Professor, sarah.gerken@uaa.alaska.edu research accomplishments, special projects, recognitions, and other
Martha Hatch, Associate Professor, AFMAH@uaa.alaska.edu information relevant to the applicant’s qualifications for the program.
Timothy Hinterberger, Associate Professor, AFTJH@uaa.alaska.edu 8. Submit copy of complete application packet to the Psychology
Miki, Ii, Assistant Professor, AFMI1@uaa.alaska.edu program office.
Andy Kliskey, Associate Professor, AFADK@uaa.alaska.edu
Cindy Knall, Associate Professor, AFCMK@uaa.alaska.edu Departmental approval for admission to graduate study is contingent
Jocelyn Krebs, Associate Professor, AFJEK@uaa.alaska.edu on the applicant’s qualifications, interests, and available space.
Jerry Kudenov, Professor, AFJDK@uaa.alaska.edu
Andrew Kulmatiski, Assistant Professor, AFAK@uaa.alaska.edu GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Richard Kullberg, Professor Emeritus, AFRWK@uaa.alaska.edu Students must meet all applicable university requirements for master’s
Kristine Mann, Professor Emeritus, AFKEM@uaa.alaska.edu degrees given earlier in this chapter and achieve a grade of B or better in all
Dean Milligan, Professor Emeritus, AFDEM1@uaa.alaska.edu coursework applied to the degree. It is required that students comply with
Jesse Owens, Associate Professor, AFJLO@uaa.alaska.edu the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the American
Kim Peterson, Professor, AFKMP@uaa.alaska.edu Psychological Association (APA) ethical guidelines throughout program
David Pfeiffer, Associate Professor, AFDCP@uaa.alaska.edu completion. Violation can result in immediate dismissal from the program.
Quentin Reuer, Professor, AFQBR@uaa.alaska.edu
Donald Spalinger, Associate Professor, AFDES@uaa.alaska.edu
Bjartmar Sveinbjörnsson, Professor, AFBS@uaa.alaska.edu PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Ward Testa, Affliliate Professor, ward.testa@noaa.gov
1. Complete the following required courses:
Ian van Tets, Associate Professor, AFIVT@uaa.alaska.edu
PSY A604 Biological and Pharmacological
Frank von Hippel, Professor, AFFVH@uaa.alaska.edu
Bases of Behavior 3
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PSY A609
PSY A611
Applied Research Methods
Ethics and Professional Practice
3
3
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
PSY A612 Advanced Human Development 1. Application deadline: Received by February 1 for the following fall
in a Cultural Context 3 admission. This is the only opportunity for program admission
PSY A622 Multicultural Psychopathology 3 each year.
PSY A623 Intervention I 3 2. Compliance with the requirements for admission to graduate
PSY A624 Group Therapy 3 studies as detailed in the UAF catalog.
PSY A626 Family Therapy 3 3. Minimum of a bachelor's degree (BS or BA or BEd); major in
PSY A627 Community-based Intervention Skills 3 psychology or related field preferred. All requirements for bachelor's
PSY A633 Tests and Measurements in degree must be completed by June 30 prior to matriculation.
Multicultural Contexts 3 4. Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.00.
PSY A654 Cultural Issues in Psychotherapy 3 5. Minimum 3.00 grade point average in major and in all psychology
PSY A665 Psychotherapy Practicum 3 courses.
PSY A670 Psychotherapy Internship 6 6. Coursework in the areas of abnormal psychology, statistics, research
PSY A681 Substances of Abuse in Alaska 1 methods and one of the following: personality, clinical psychology,
PSY A682 Clinical Interventions for Substance Abuse 1 social psychology or community psychology. All prerequisite
PSY A683 Substance Abuse Assessment and coursework must be completed by June 30 prior to matriculation.
Treatment Planning 1 7. Letter of intent describing the applicant’s interest and purpose in
2. Elective: Select 3 credits to be approved by advisor. 3 studying clinical-community psychology, the reasons why a PhD
Some options are the following: in Clinical-Community Psychology through the joint UAA/UAF
PSY A631 Cognitive Behavior Therapy (3) program is sought at this point in the applicant’s professional
PSY A638 Child Clinical Psychology (3) development, and demonstrating an understanding of relevant
PSY A685 Quantitative Methods in Psychology (3) professional ethics.
PSY A689 Advanced Psychological Assessment (3) 8. Professional vita, including documentation regarding academic,
PSY A690 Selected Topics in Psychotherapy (1-3) research, and professional experiences; special projects and
PSY A699 Thesis (1-6) activities; and recognitions or honors.
3. A total of 48 credits is required for the degree. 9. Three professional letters of reference (preferably curriculum or
research advisors, major course instructors with whom the student
had contact in more than one course, and/or supervisors).
PHD, CLINICAL-COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY 10. Disclosure statement, located at
Social Sciences Building (SSB), Room 303, (907) 786-1640 http://psyphd.alaska.edu/appprocedures.htm, must accompany the
http://psyphd.alaska.edu application to the program. Lifetime criminal background check
ayphd@uaa.alaska.edu must be submitted by students invited to a personal interview at
least two weeks prior to the interview.
The PhD program in Clinical-Community Psychology with Rural,
Indigenous Emphasis is a program jointly delivered and administered by GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
the Departments of Psychology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks
1. Complete the general university requirements for graduate
and the University of Alaska Anchorage. Although the degree is
programs as outlined in the UAF catalog.
awarded by UAF, the only doctoral degree-granting institution in the UA
2. Complete the program and additional requirements listed below.
system, students can complete the entire degree program in residence at
UAA. All program courses are co-taught across campuses via video
conference and all program components are delivered by faculty at both PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
campuses. The student experience is equivalent regardless of students' Students must complete 26 required courses (for a total of 70 credits), 18
city of residence (Fairbanks or Anchorage). The program focus includes credits of dissertation, 18 credits of predoctoral internship, and 9 credits
clinical, community and cross-cultural psychology with an emphasis on of electives. Students must accumulate a minimum of 115 credits to
indigenous and rural issues. As a UAA-UAF partnership, the program graduate and must have completed all required course work. Students
integrates the strengths and resources of both campuses to advance entering the program with a master’s degree in Psychology or related
academic excellence, promote innovative and practical research, and field must complete at least two years of full-time coursework, 18
provide solid graduate training in clinical-community psychology. credits of dissertation, and one year of predoctoral internship, all as
approved by the student's advisory committee.
The program ensures that graduates have obtained the full range of
clinical training mandated for doctoral-level clinical psychologists and Students admitted to the PhD program have the option to obtain the
will be adequately prepared for licensure as psychologists. UAA MS degree in Clinical Psychology.
Accreditation for the program will sought from the American
1. Cultural experience: During their time in the PhD program,
Psychological Association as soon as eligibility has been reached.
students must participate in a cultural experience as defined
by program faculty. The actual experience will vary from year
APPLICATION to year and may be adapted to individual student needs.
Students apply to the joint PhD program in Clinical-Community 2. Complete the following required courses.
Psychology at both UAA and UAF. All applicants submit identical PSY A601 Clinical/Community/Cross-Cultural
application materials to both institutions; materials are collected and Integration Seminar (3 years,
evaluated by the joint UAA/UAF PhD admissions committee which 1 credit per year) 3
makes admissions recommendations to the dean of the UAF Graduate PSY A602 Native Ways of Knowing 3
School. Applicants may specify a preference for either campus as a PSY A603 Alaskan and Rural Psychology 3
location for their studies. For more information about the application PSY A604 Biological and Pharmacological Bases
process, visit the program website. of Behavior 3
PSY A605 History and Systems 1
PSY A607 Cognition, Affect, and Culture 3
PSY A611 Ethics and Professional Practice 3
PSY A612 Human Development in a Cultural
Context 3
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PSY A616 Program Evaluation and Community committee member from each psychology department at UAF and
Consultation I 3 UAA. Content areas can vary widely, but must be related to clinical,
PSY A617 Program Evaluation and Community community, or cross-cultural issues and applicable in Alaska settings.
Consultation II 3
Advancement to Internship
PSY A622 Multicultural Psychopathology 3
PSY A623 Intervention I 3 Students must apply to the local director of Clinical Training (DCT)
PSY A629 Intervention II 3 before being permitted to apply for a predoctoral internship. DCTs will
PSY A632 Community Psychology Across Cultures 3 review the students’ coursework, assure that all prior milestones have
PSY A633 Tests and Measurement in Multicultural been mastered (i.e., clinical-community competency, research
Context 3 competency, doctoral dissertation defense and advancement to
PSY A639 Research Methods 3 candidacy) before approving the student for internship and before
PSY A652 Practicum Placement - Clinical I 3 writing a letter of support for the student (typically required by all
PSY A653 Practicum Placement - Clinical II 3 approved internship sites). Lifetime criminal background check must
PSY A657 Quantitative Analysis 3 also be completed before students can advance to internship.
PSY A658 Qualitative Analysis 3 Predoctoral Internship
PSY A672 Practicum Placement - Community I 3 A full-time, one-year predoctoral internship is required. This internship
PSY A673 Practicum Placement - Community II 3 should meet the criteria laid out by the American Psychological
PSY A679 Multicultural Psychological Assessment I 3 Association; selection of an Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and
PSY A681 Substances of Abuse in Alaska 1 Internship Centers (APPIC)-approved internship is encouraged.
PSY A682 Clinical Interventions for Placements in Alaska are preferred, but not required.
Substance Abuse 1
PSY A683 Substance Abuse Assessment and Strict compliance with APA ethical guidelines is required throughout
Treatment Planning 1 participation in the degree program. Violations can result in immediate
PSY A686 Predoctoral Internship 18 dismissal from the program and failure to graduate. Completion of an
PSY A699D Dissertation 18 annual disclosure statement is also required. Affirmative answers may
3. Electives 9 result in dismissal from the program and failure to graduate. The
4. A total of 115 credits is required for the degree. disclosure statement may be viewed at http://psyphd.alaska.edu.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FACULTY
Clinical-Community Competency Robert Boeckmann, Associate Professor, AFRJB@uaa.alaska.edu
Students must demonstrate clinical-community competency before Christiane Brems, Professor, AFCB@uaa.alaska.edu
being allowed to apply for internship. Clinical competency is Eric John David, Assistant Professor, AFERD@uaa.alaska.edu
demonstrated through preparation of a clinical-community portfolio Patrick Dulin, Assistant Professor, AFPLD@uaa.alaska.edu
that will be evaluated by an ad hoc committee consisting of four Vivian Gonzalez, Assistant Professor, AFVMG@uaa.alaska.edu
clinically trained faculty members (two per campus) who teach in the Mari Ippolito, Associate Professor, AFMFI@uaa.alaska.edu
doctoral program. Criteria for the portfolio will be clearly defined and Mark Johnson, Professor, AFMEJ@uaa.alaska.edu
samples will be provided for students. Bruno Kappes, Professor/Director PSC, AFBMK@uaa.alaska.edu
Claudia Lampman, Professor, AFCBL@uaa.alaska.edu
Research Competency Gwen Lupfer-Johnson, Assistant Professor, AFGJL@uaa.alaska.edu
Students must demonstrate research competency before being allowed to Eric Murphy, Assistant Professor, AFESM@uaa.alaska.edu
register for dissertation credits. Research competency is demonstrated John Petraitis, Professor, AFJMP@uaa.alaska.edu
through preparation of a research portfolio that will be evaluated by an ad Rosellen Rosich, Professor, AFRMR@uaa.alaska.edu
hoc committee consisting of four research-trained faculty members (two Patricia Sandberg, Associate Prof./Intern Coord., AFPRS@uaa.alaska.edu
per campus) who teach in the doctoral program. Criteria for the portfolio Suzanne Strisik, Asst. Prof./PCSC Director, SSTRISIK@uaa.alaska.edu
will be clearly defined and samples will be provided for students. Karen Ward, Professor/Director CHD, AFKMW@uaa.alaska.edu
Vickie Wesolowski, Term Instructor, AFVLW@uaa.alaska.edu
Advancement to Candidacy
Before students are allowed to register for dissertation credits, they will be
reviewed for performance by the joint UAA/UAF PhD committee, using
existing university standards and forms for advancement to candidacy.
Review will be based on faculty experience with students to date, submitted
paperwork and student’s progress through the program. Feedback from the
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Social Sciences Building (SSB), Room 154, (907) 786-1744/786-4824
review will be provided to the student by her or his advisor. Students must
www.math.uaa.alaska.edu
have passed either the research or clinical-community competency before
being able to request advancement to candidacy.
Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Defense MASTER OF SCIENCE, COMPUTER SCIENCE
Before commencing data collection for a dissertation project, students The UAA Department of Mathematical Sciences offers the opportunity
must defend their proposal to their dissertation committee. The defense to pursue a master’s degree in computer science while residing in the
must be based on a written dissertation proposal to be distributed to the Anchorage area. The degree is available through a cooperative program
dissertation committee after approval by the dissertation chair. The with the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) and the degree is
defense will be an oral presentation to the committee by the student and awarded by UAF.
will not be a public meeting. For data-collection based dissertations, the
proposal must also be approved by the UAA or UAF Institutional The program is designed to accommodate computer science
Review Board before data collection can commence. professionals working in the Anchorage area; courses are offered in late
afternoon and evening. For more information, contact the Department
Doctoral Dissertation of Mathematical Sciences at UAA or visit our website at
A doctoral dissertation must be carried out successfully and approved www.math.uaa.alaska.edu.
by a doctoral dissertation committee. The dissertation committee will
consist of at least four members. It is recommended that the dissertation
chair be on the same campus as the student. There must be at least one
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FACULTY 4. Creative work: your best work
Fiction - One story (15 pages or less) or a chapter of a novel
David Meyers, Associate Professor, AFDFM@uaa.alaska.edu accompanied by a brief synopsis.
Kenrick Mock, Associate Professor, AFKJM@uaa.alaska.edu Poetry - Ten pages of poetry, no more than one poem to a page.
Frank Moore, Associate Professor, AFFWM@uaa.alaska.edu Literary nonfiction - Fifteen pages or less of an essay, memoir, or
Kirk Scott, Associate Professor, AFKAS@uaa.alaska.edu other creative work of nonfiction.
Please see the CWLA website for the most current and detailed
application instructions.
CREATIVE WRITING AND All materials must be received by the Department of Creative Writing
LITERARY ARTS and Literary Arts by January 15 for earliest consideration for admission
into the program. Summer admission only.
Administration/Humanities Building (ADM), Room 270, (907) 786-4394
http://uaa.alaska.edu/cwla Admission will depend upon the evaluation of the entire application
aycwla@uaa.alaska.edu packet, with emphasis placed on the manuscript sample.
The Department of Creative Writing and Literary Arts offers a 45-credit GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Literary Arts through a low-
See University Requirements for Master's Degrees at the beginning of
residency program. The MFA is a professional degree that prepares
this chapter.
students for various careers, including those involving professional
writing, teaching, and editing. The MFA in Creative Writing and Literary
Arts combines mentorships with a residency period of approximately 12 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
days held on campus each summer. The residency session includes all 1. Complete 15 credits in the student's chosen genre from the
faculty and students in an intensive schedule of workshops, classes, following:
presentations, and readings. Students and mentors will then conduct one- CWLA A652 Graduate Writer's Workshop: Poetry 5
on-one coursework at a distance during fall and spring semesters, CWLA A662 Graduate Writer's Workshop: Fiction 5
supported by web resources. Mentors will include core faculty members CWLA A672 Graduate Writer's Workshop:
and associate faculty who are established teachers and writers. Residency Literary Nonfiction 5
sessions also will feature annual guests from other disciplines, including 2. Complete 15 credits of:
scientists, artists, musicians, cultural leaders, and scholars. Students will CWLA A690 Studies in Form and Theory (5) 15
participate in three residency sessions as part of their workshop credits. This is an umbrella course and may be repeated with
During a fourth residency, they will present and defend their thesis changes in subtitle.
projects and give a public reading. 3. Complete 5 credits of:
CWLA A695 Literary Practicum (1-5) 5
The department offers a studio program that balances the study and 4. Complete 10 credits of:
practice of craft, and the study of form and theory. Students will CWLA A699 Thesis (5) 10
concentrate their studies in fiction, poetry, or literary nonfiction. During To produce a book-length creative work, annotated
mentorships, students produce original works of literature as well as bibliography, and critical essay.
critical analyses of books chosen in collaboration with the mentor. The 5. Successful defense of the thesis.
program offers — but is not limited to — special emphasis on writing 6. A total of 45 credits is required for the degree.
about the relationships between people and place, landscape, nature,
science and the arts, no matter where these relationships exist or how
they are expressed. In their final year, students will prepare and present FACULTY
a thesis that includes a book-length work of original creative writing, a Anne Caston, Term Associate Professor, anne.caston@gmail.com
critical analysis, and an annotated bibliography. Through completion of Jo-Ann Mapson, Term Assistant Professor, afjm2@uaa.alaska.edu
the coursework and the thesis, students will develop and demonstrate Linda McCarriston, Professor, afljm@uaa.alaska.edu
an understanding of the history, traditions, theory, and contemporary Sherry Simpson, Associate Professor, afss3@uaa.alaska.edu
issues in their genre and be able to situate their own work within that Ronald Spatz, Professor, afrms1@uaa.alaska.edu
genre; articulate and demonstrate craft elements in their creative work; David Stevenson, Term Professor/Director, AFDDS1@uaa.alaska.edu
and develop and demonstrate the skills necessary for professional
employment in literary fields such as writing, teaching, and editing.
MASTER OF FINE ARTS, ENGLISH
CREATIVE WRITING AND LITERARY ARTS Administration/Humanities Building (ADM), Room 101, (907) 786-4355
http://english.uaa.alaska.edu
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
See Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at the beginning of MASTER OF ARTS, ENGLISH
this chapter. The Department of English offers a 36-credit Master of Arts in English
emphasizing balanced coursework in literature, rhetoric, composition,
In addition, at the time of application, students must submit the and language theory. This degree prepares students both to pursue a
following to the Department of Creative Writing and Literary Arts: more specialized PhD program and to take a variety of jobs in teaching,
1. Personal essay (see website for topic and detailed instructions) writing, and editing and business, professional, and technical
2. List of references, including email addresses; no need to send communications. Apart from three required courses, Contemporary
reference letters Critical Theory (ENGL A602), Composition Theory and Practice
3. Unofficial transcripts (ENGL A687), and Advanced Research and Professional Practices
(ENGL A689), students enjoy significant flexibility in designing their
degree. The degree culminates in the master's thesis, a thoroughly
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researched and carefully argued article-length work that demonstrates Generally, in a two-year plan of study, ENGL A602 and ENGL A687
the student's academic achievement. Competitive teaching assistantships should be taken during the first two semesters of the program, and
and research assistantships are also available. Contact the English ENGL A689 should be taken no later than the third semester. The GQE,
Department for details, deadlines, and applications. taken when the student has completed no fewer than 15 and no more
than 24 credits toward the degree, demonstrates the student's
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS disciplinary writing skill and preparation to write a successful thesis.
The thesis proposal, a requirement of ENGL A689, must be approved by
Admission to the MA in English requires a baccalaureate degree from a the graduate English coordinator, and students will not be allowed to
regionally accredited institution in the United States (or foreign enroll for ENGL A699 Thesis without completing ENGL A689 and
equivalent) as defined by the Council of Higher Education, with at least having an approved thesis proposal. The Graduate Studies Plan and
a 3.00 undergraduate GPA. See Admission Requirements for Master's other paperwork may be found on the UAA Graduate Studies webpage.
Degrees at the beginning of this chapter for additional prerequisites.
Complete application packets are due by July 1 for fall enrollment and
November 1 for spring enrollment. TA/RA applications are due to the THESIS REQUIREMENTS
department by April 1 (for fall semester). The MA thesis is the culmination of the MA program. It is an extended
writing project that demonstrates MA students' ability to think
At the time of application, students must submit the following documents creatively, research thoroughly, write effectively, and argue analytically
to the Master of Arts program, Department of English: at the graduate level. Students are expected to have conversations with
1. A three- to five-page application essay that addresses the student's faculty members about possible thesis topics during their coursework,
background in English, reasons for applying to Master of Arts and the thesis committee and thesis chair should be chosen in
program, specific area(s) of interest, learning goals, and conversation with the graduate English coordinator. MA students are
professional objectives. also expected to attend two theses defenses before scheduling their own
2. A recent sample (from within the past five years) of the applicant’s defense. Additional thesis requirements follow:
academic or professional writing. (NOTE: If no samples are available, 1. The thesis should focus upon, and fall within, a disciplinary specialty
the applicant should address why in the application essay.) covered by a tenured or tenure-track UAA English Department faculty
3. Two letters of recommendation from faculty who know the applicant's member. (See the faculty profiles on the English Department webpage
academic work (or professional writing, when appropriate). for descriptions of faculty members' fields of expertise.)
4. Official test scores for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) 2. The thesis should primarily address recognized disciplinary
general test. (The English subject test is not required.) specialties (literary, rhetorical, cinematic, or electronic texts,
5. Official transcripts for all prior coursework. concepts, and perspectives) and methodologies (literary critical and
rhetorical analysis, qualitative or quantitative research). Secondarily,
Admission to the program is based upon the evaluation of the entire the project may incorporate cultural studies approaches, popular
application packet in conjunction with the applicant's undergraduate GPA. culture topics, or extra-canonical texts, if pertinent.
3. The thesis should articulate a critical approach to the topic
Under-Prepared Students/Admission for Students without an according to a clearly defined literary theory, rhetorical approach,
Undergraduate Degree in English (or Related Discipline) or linguistic consideration (a key question, idea, concept, theorist,
An applicant who does not have sufficient undergraduate experience in or school of thought).
English, at the discretion of the department, may be required to take up 4. The thesis may be an extension of coursework, although it does not
to 9 credits of additional coursework at the undergraduate level. These necessarily have to be, and while seminar papers may be revised
preparatory courses do not count toward the MA degree and must be for the thesis, under no circumstances is it permissible to turn in
passed with a grade of B or better. the same paper for both a course and the thesis.
5. The thesis must be developed out of the thesis proposal required in
International Students ENGL A689 and approved by the graduate English coordinator.
According to the UAA Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees, 6. The completed thesis should be submitted to the thesis committee
applicants whose native language is not English must submit official at least six weeks prior to the expected graduation date and at least
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores, and the two weeks prior to the thesis defense. See the English Department
department reserves the right to require TOEFL scores above the for specific dates and deadlines. If the thesis is not submitted with
university requirement for graduate admission. adequate lead time, and revisions are required, it is unlikely that
the thesis can be completed in time to meet graduation deadlines.
7. Students must be aware that after the thesis defense is completed,
Teaching and Research Assistantships
and before the degree can be awarded, the thesis must also be:
Applicants to the graduate program who are also interested in an
assistantship should contact the Department of English for an application • Revised according to the instructions of the thesis defense
packet. Students selected for teaching or research assistantships are required committee (if any);
(1) to attend all training, informational, and evaluation sessions and (2) to • Submitted, reviewed and approved in the College of Arts and
meet the academic and professional standards set by faculty members. If Sciences Dean's Office;
these requirements are not met, students risk forfeiting their assistantships. • Revised according to the CAS Dean's Office's instructions (if
any);
• Submitted, reviewed and approved by the dean of the
CANDIDACY REQUIREMENTS Graduate School;
See the beginning of this chapter for a description of the Graduate • Revised according to the dean of the Graduate School
Studies Plan (GSP) and other university requirements. In consultation instructions (if any); and
with his/her graduate committee, the student should submit a Graduate • Submitted to the Graduate School for binding and archiving
Studies Plan to the graduate English coordinator within the first four (required), and copyrighting (optional) according to current
weeks of the semester the student plans to complete 15 degree- requirements.
applicable credits. In addition, the student must complete three
Please see the English Department support staff for a detailed
departmental requirements before advancing to candidacy:
description of the procedures to follow after the thesis defense. The
1. Complete ENGL A602, ENGL A687, and ENGL A689; degree can be posted, and a student can officially graduate, only
2. Complete and have approved a suitable thesis proposal; and after meeting all additional paperwork and administrative
3. Pass the department's Graduate Qualifying Examination (GQE). requirements as determined by the Graduate School. The Office of
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the Registrar completes the final degree check to ensure that all Up to 6 credits of approved coursework outside the
degree requirements have been met, including the resolution of department (3-6),
any incomplete (I) or deferred grades (DF). and/or
ENGL A698 Individual Research (1-6)
6. Complete at least 3 credits of ENGL A699 Thesis 3
CONTINUOUS REGISTRATION AND LEAVES OF ABSENCE Completion of the MA thesis in English includes an oral thesis
Students have seven years to complete all requirements for the MA in defense and thesis approval at the department, Dean, and
English, and continuous registration is expected of all students Associate Vice Provost level.
throughout their courses of study. Students planning not to take 7. Total minimum credits required for the MA in English 36
coursework or register for thesis credit during any fall or spring semester
(or summer, if they plan to use university facilities or consult with Note: Most graduate courses are offered on a two-year schedule, except for
faculty during that time) prior to completion of their degree must submit ENGL A602 (every spring), and ENGL A687 and ENGL A689 (every fall
the appropriate continuous registration paperwork and fee to ensure semester). A tentative course rotation schedule is available from the English
continuous enrollment during the degree-seeking period. Students not Department.
continually registered or on an approved leave of absence risk being
removed from degree-seeking status. See the Related Master's Degree FACULTY
Policies at the beginning of this chapter for additional details.
Genie Babb, Associate Professor, AFGNB@uaa.alaska.edu
David Bowie, Assistant Professor
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Jeane Breinig, Associate Professor, AFJMB1@uaa.alaska.edu
See University Requirements for Master’s Degrees at the beginning of Jacqueline Cason, Assistant Professor, AFJEC1@uaa.alaska.edu
this chapter. Application for Graduation deadlines are March 1 for Robert Crosman, Professor, AFRC@uaa.alaska.edu
summer graduation, May 1 for fall graduation, and September 15 for Suzanne Forster, Associate Professor, AFSF@uaa.alaska.edu
spring graduation. The Application for Graduation must be signed by Michael Haley, Professor, AFMCH@uaa.alaska.edu
the student's graduate advisor and submitted with the application fee Patricia Jenkins, Associate Professor, AFTMJ@uaa.alaska.edu
by the appropriate deadline. Late or incomplete applications are Daniel Kline, Associate Professor, AFDTK@uaa.alaska.edu
processed the following term, and students who apply for graduation Patricia Linton, Professor, AFPL@uaa.alaska.edu
but do not complete the requirements must reapply with the Judith Moore, Professor / Chair, AFJKM1@uaa.alaska.edu
appropriate fee in a subsequent semester. Kerri Morris, Associate Professor, AFKKM@uaa.alaska.edu
Lori Mumpower, Assistant Professor, AFLAM1@uaa.alaska.edu
Clay Nunnally, Professor, AFJCN@uaa.alaska.edu
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Jennifer Stone, Assistant Professor, AFJCS2@uaa.alaska.edu
In general, MA degrees in English should follow the guidelines below, Toby Widdicombe, Professor, AFRTW@uaa.alaska.edu
but the graduation requirements for individual students are based upon
each student's approved Graduate Studies Plan.
1. Complete the following 9 credits of core courses before
advancing to candidacy:
ENGL A602 Contemporary Critical Theory 3
ENGL A687 Composition Theory and Practice 3
ENGL A689 Advanced Research and Professional
Practices 3
2. Complete 6 credits from the following literary periods: 6
ENGL A607 Studies in American Literature (3)
ENGL A615 Studies in Medieval Literature (3)
ENGL A620 Studies in Renaissance Literature (3)
ENGL A625 Studies in Neoclassical Literature (3)
ENGL A630 Studies in the Literature of
Romanticism (3)
ENGL A640 Studies in the Victorian Period (3)
ENGL A642 Studies in the Modernist Period (3)
ENGL A643 Studies in Contemporary Literature (3)
3. Complete 6 credits from the following specialized studies: 6
ENGL A636 Studies in Modern Criticism (3)
ENGL A651 Studies in Poetry (3)
ENGL A661 Studies in Fiction (3)
ENGL A671 Studies in Nonfiction Prose (3)
ENGL A676 Studies in Texts and Cultures (3)
ENGL A681 Studies in Drama (3)
4. Complete 6 credits from the following composition,
rhetoric, and language theory courses: 6
ENGL A606 Studies in the Development of the
English Language (3)
ENGL A680 Studies in the History of Rhetoric (3)
ENGL A685 Studies in Rhetorical Strategy (3)
ENGL A688 Topics in Professional Writing (3)
5. Complete 6 elective credits from any category above.
Elective courses may include, with the approval of the
committee chair: 6
Up to 6 credits of 400-level ENGL courses (3-6),
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environment in which modern organizations operate, adaptive to
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND change, articulate, and ethical in dealing with others.
PUBLIC POLICY The program serves both full- and part-time students, and classes are
generally scheduled for evenings and Saturdays. While most students
are from the greater Anchorage area, the program also attracts students
from the rest of the United States and from foreign countries,
particularly from those on the Pacific Rim.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Students may enter the program in either the fall or spring semester. A
Edward & Cathryn Rasmuson Hall (RH), Room 309, (907) 786-4129 limited number of courses are also offered during the summer. Current
www.cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu application deadlines, as well as other detailed program information,
may be obtained by contacting the College of Business and Public Policy
The College of Business and Public Policy offers the Master of Business MBA Office.
Administration (MBA) degree in general management. The MBA
program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
of Business (AACSB International).
Applicants must meet both the Admission Requirements for Master’s
Degrees and the College of Business and Public Policy requirements
PROGRAM POLICIES AND ADMINISTRATION outlined below.
Students must maintain a minimum 3.00 GPA on all coursework in the MBA
program, including foundation courses. A grade of C in a graduate course is Admission to the MBA program is restricted to students holding a
minimally acceptable if it is offset with an A grade in another course. baccalaureate degree from an AACSB or regionally accredited university,
Students with a GPA below 3.00 will be placed on probation, and may be or foreign equivalent. In general, two formulas using undergraduate
dropped from the program if the GPA is not brought up to 3.00 within a performance as measured by the GPA on a 4.00 scale and the score on the
reasonable time period. Students are also expected to make reasonable Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) will be used to assess an
progress toward completion of the degree, and may be placed on probation applicant’s potential for success in the MBA program:
if they do not complete at least one course applicable to the MBA within any 1. Undergraduate GPA x 200 + GMAT > 1050
12 month period. All of the advanced MBA course requirements (core plus or
electives) must be completed within seven calendar years.
2. Upper division GPA x 200 + GMAT > 1100
The faculty reserves the right, where warranted by an evaluation of a
GMAT waivers may be considered for applicants meeting any of the
student’s progress and apparent knowledge, to require additional
following criteria:
coursework or other preparation to ensure that the degree recipient
possesses adequate professional skills and capabilities. This includes the 1. Hold another master's degree from an accredited university.
ability to reason and communicate effectively, both verbally and 2. Have a professional designation beyond the baccalaureate (such as
quantitatively. CPA, CFA).
3. Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher.
The MBA program is the responsibility of the college’s graduate faculty,
which acts as a policy-setting body and as an appeals board. The Additional indicators for predicting success in individual cases may be
complete MBA program policies, requirements, and procedures may be provided through documented performance in extracurricular activities,
obtained from the college’s MBA Office. Students are expected to be evidence of creativity and leadership, and a record of accomplishment
familiar with and adhere to both the MBA program requirements and in business or other professional activity.
procedures, and the general UAA requirements for graduate degrees.
Applicants whose native language is not English are required to score at
Full program information, including application forms and procedures, least 550 on the TOEFL examination or otherwise demonstrate
may be obtained by contacting the: competency in English. Students may apply to enter the program at the
MBA Office beginning of either the fall or spring semester. There currently is no
College of Business and Public Policy specific application deadline, but students should apply before the start
University of Alaska Anchorage of their first semester. In some cases students may be admitted
3211 Providence Drive conditionally while their paperwork is completed. Students in
Anchorage, AK 99508 conditional admission status are restricted in the number of courses that
U.S.A. they can take before being fully admitted.
Telephone: (907) 786-4129
Facsimile: (907) 786-4119 GENERAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The requirements consist of two parts, foundation courses and
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, advanced courses in business or accounting or relevant experience and
expertise. In key functional areas of business, additional foundational
GENERAL MANAGEMENT coursework may be required. These foundation courses are:
The MBA in General Management is designed to provide students with ACCT A601 Accounting Foundations for Executives 3
the perspectives and skills which will prepare them for increasingly BA A601 Business Statistics and Data Analysis 2
significant managerial leadership roles in their organizations. BA A603 Fundamentals of Finance 3
BA A604 Marketing Management 3
The focus of the program is on management practice, but this focus is BA A606 Fundamentals of Production/
based on a recognition that sound practice requires a thorough Operations Management 2
understanding of underlying management principles and techniques. ECON A602 Introduction to Economics for Managers 3
The MBA graduate should be thoroughly grounded in state-of-the-art
management theory and practice, aware of the complex global In some cases, students may have fulfilled the core foundation
requirements in part through undergraduate courses, or some students
holding undergraduate business or accounting degrees may not have
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covered all of the foundation material in their degree program, or some of Ted Eschenbach, Professor Emeritus, AFTGE@uaa.alaska.edu
their foundation work may be dated in comparison to modern business Edward Forrest, Professor, EdwardF@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
practice. Thus, foundation requirements will be evaluated on an George Geistauts, Professor, AFGAG@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
individual student basis to ensure each student is properly prepared for William Oliver Hedgepeth, Associate Professor, AFWOH@uaa.alaska.edu
the more advanced MBA courses. Foundation courses may be waived or Bogdan Hoanca, Associate Professor, HOANCA@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
added to an individual student’s program based on previous preparation. Frank Jeffries, Professor, AFFLJ@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
Alireza Kabirian, Assistant Professor
In addition, entering students are expected to have basic mathematical, Yonggang Lu, Assistant Professor
computer, and communication skills. Students deficient in basic skills Rashmi Prasad, Associate Professor, AFRP2@uaa.alaska.edu
will be required to improve them through independent study, noncredit Darren Prokop, Associate Professor, AFDJP1@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
courses, undergraduate course work, and/or seminars or workshops. Larry Ross, Professor, AFLRR@uaa.alaska.edu
Suresh Srivastava, Professor, AFSCS@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
The main body of the MBA curriculum consists of seven core courses (21 Leyuan You, Assistant Professor, LeyuanY@ cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
credits) and 15 credits of curricular options for a total of 36 credits of
advanced coursework:
Core Courses (21 credits):
ACCT A650 Seminar in Executive Uses of Accounting 3 LOGISTICS
BA A632 Organizational Behavior and Human Edward & Cathryn Rasmuson Hall (RH), Room 309, (907) 786-4101
Resource Management 3 www.cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu/msgscm
BA A633 Problem Formulation and
Decision Analysis 3
BA A635 Current Marketing Issues Seminar 3 MASTER OF SCIENCE, GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN
BA A636 Financial Decision Making 3
BA A655 Strategic Management Seminar 3 MANAGEMENT
CIS A692 Management Information Systems Seminar 3 The MS GSCM degree is earned through advanced coursework and
In certain cases, where warranted by previous education or experience, study at the graduate level. The focus is on management of global
an MBA core course may be waived and an elective substituted. supply chain systems with an emphasis on managerial leadership,
information technology and international business practices. The
Curricular Options (15 credits): degree is comprised of five courses, 6 credit hours each, to be
A. Executive Focus (3 credits): Select at least one course from completed over five consecutive semesters. Time to completion is
the following: approximately 20 months for a total of 30 credit hours.
BA A628 Executive Leadership 3
BA A629 Negotiation & Conflict Management 3 Classes meet exclusively on weekends. Each course requires four
BA A631 Business Environment Analysis 3 weekend meetings per semester. Between weekends, students are
BA A634 Organizational Design and Development 3 engaged in research and online discussions with the instructor and one
another. Students apply their coursework to a host company in order to
B. Elective Coursework (9 credits) attain hands-on experience and demonstrate value to their hosts.
Students can personally design an area of concentration from
courses offered within the College of Business and Public Policy Classes are kept to a maximum of 25 students and each student
that focus on: Management Theory and Practice; Marketing; proceeds through the five courses in the same order as part of a cohort
Finance; International Business & Global Economics; group.
Management Information Systems; Logistics and Supply Chain
Management; or Public Administration. In addition, elective The degree is a stand-alone program that is not subsidized by the State,
coursework can be selected from graduate courses offered by and therefore normal tuition fees do not apply. Please contact the
other colleges and disciplines and/or graduate courses in College of Business & Public Policy at (907) 786-4101 for tuition and
programs offered at other accredited universities. pre-application information.
C. Capstone course requirement (3 credits)
Provides the opportunity to integrate acquired knowledge of
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Graduates of the MS GSCM program will be able to assess logistical
business administration. Select one course from the following
activities and supply chain relationships in a strategic context within
depending on preferred nature of experience (practical or
international and cross-cultural business environments. They will be able to
academic) and application (applied or theoretical):
demonstrate the role of leadership and team building in fostering and
BA A656 Management Project 3
enhancing supply chain integration. Graduates will also be able to apply
BA A686 Management Simulation 3
information technology as a means to manage knowledge; and use financial
BA A695 Graduate Internship 3
and cost accounting techniques to effectively measure logistical value
BA A698 Individual Research 3
within and across companies. Finally, graduates will have developed an
appreciation for the complex nature of global supply chain management in
Thesis Option:
an increasingly integrated world that is subject to rapid change.
BA A699 Thesis 6
Students (especially those who are considering pursuing a
PhD degree) may elect to complete a master's thesis. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have a minimum of seven years of work experience in
FACULTY some function of logistics or supply chain management and a bachelor’s
degree in any discipline. Exceptions to work experience may be made
Carlos Alsua, Associate Professor, AFCJA@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain
Elisha (Bear) Baker, IV, Interim Dean, AFERB1@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
management, or a discipline comprised of courses that are closely
Fred Barbee, Associate Professor, AFRFB@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
related to logistics and supply chain management.
Ken Boze, Professor, AFKMB@uaa.alaska.edu
Yong Cao, Associate Professor, CAO@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu
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In addition, applicants must provide two letters of recommendation, specialty course, Radio Frequency Identification, Travel and Transportation,
undergraduate degree transcripts, and must complete the Graduate or Lean Operations; and a capstone course for a total of 15 credit hours.
Management Admission Test (GMAT). The minimum acceptable GMAT Classes are delivered online by expert faculty from one of the partnering
score is determined by: institutions. All discussion, assignments, and tests will be handled
(Undergraduate GPA x 200) + GMAT score > 1050. online. Each university will be allotted seats in each course for a
maximum enrollment of 30 students per course. Students will move
Conditional admission may be granted if the GMAT has not been through the program as a cohort.
completed, but all other required information has been provided.
However, the GMAT must be completed with the minimum acceptable The certificate will be offered by each institution at the same cost.
score before the start of the third course in the program. Courses from any of the partnering institutions serve as resident credit
at UAA. Please contact the College of Business & Public Policy at
Applicants whose native language is not English are required to score at (907) 786-4101 for tuition and pre-application information.
least 550 on the TOEFL examination or otherwise demonstrate
competency in English. PROGRAM OUTCOMES
A student who successfully completes the Supply Chain Management
ACADEMIC PROGRESS Graduate Certificate program will apply systems thinking and design
A minimum GPA of 3.00 is required in order to successfully complete principles to effectively and efficiently manage global supply chains,
the program. A grade of C is minimally acceptable and must be offset demonstrating:
with a grade of A in one of the other courses. After the third grade of C 1. An understanding of pressing organizational challenges and
the student will be required to withdraw from the program. environmental constraints.
2. The integration and management of processes across the supply chain.
The cohort group format is designed to allow students to develop a 3. Leadership and management of the principles of supply chain
working relationship with one another, undertake group activities and components.
research, and share professional experiences with one another. 4. Ability to conduct a cogent analysis of the current state of a supply
chain system.
The MS GSCM program is the responsibility of the Logistics 5. An understanding of future trends.
Department, which acts as its policy-making body, and as an appeals 6. Implementation of supply chain management principles.
board. Students are expected to be familiar with and adhere to the MS 7. Verbal and written communication skills required in supply chain
GSCM program’s requirements and procedures as well as to the general management.
UAA admissions and graduate degree requirements. 8. Mastery of team skills required to manage effective supply chains.
Full program information, including application forms and procedures
may be obtained by contacting:
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students with a baccalaureate degree who have professional experience in
Student Information Office
the field of supply chain management and meet all university admission
College of Business & Public Policy
requirements may be admitted to the graduate certificate program.
University of Alaska Anchorage
3211 Providence Drive
Students must provide transcripts from all institutions attended, a
Anchorage, AK 99508
statement of job interest, a statement of job experience and TOEFL scores
U.S.A.
(at least 550) for those applicants whose native language is not English.
Telephone: (907) 786-4101
Facsimile: (907) 786-4119
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
Graduate Certificates.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
1. Complete the following requirements: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
LOG A661 Supply Chain Strategic Planning 6
A minimum GPA of 3.00 is required in order to successfully complete
LOG A662 Supply Chain Knowledge Management 6
the certificate. A grade of C is minimally acceptable and must be offset
LOG A663 International Supply Chain Management
with a grade of A in one of the other courses. After the third course
and Marketing Strategies 6
grade of C the student will be required to withdraw from the program.
LOG A664 Supply Chain Management Leadership 6
LOG A665 Supply Chain Measurement* 6
The cohort format is designed to allow students to develop a working
*A final research project is required as part of the degree
relationship with one another, undertake group activities and research and
requirements.
share professional experiences with one another. The Supply Chain
2. A total of 30 credits is required for the degree.
Management Graduate Certificate is the responsibility of the Logistics
Department, which acts as its policy-making body and as an appeals board.
FACULTY Students are expected to be familiar with and adhere to the certificate
Elisha (Bear) Baker, IV, Interim Dean, AFERB1@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu requirements and procedures as well as to the general UAA admissions
W. Oliver Hedgepeth, Associate Professor, AFWOH@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu and graduate certificate requirements provided in this chapter.
Philip Price, Associate Professor/Chair, PHILIPP@uaa.alaska.edu Full program information, including application forms and procedures,
Darren Prokop, Associate Professor, AFDJP1@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu may be obtained by contacting:
Student Information Office
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, College of Business & Public Policy
University of Alaska Anchorage
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508
University of Alaska Anchorage College of Business and Public Policy is U.S.A.
partnering with Boise State University to offer the Graduate Certificate in Telephone: (907) 786-4101
Supply Chain Management. The certificate requires three core courses, Facsimile: (907) 786-4119
Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Supply Chain Measurement; one
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS justice. Students will develop knowledge and skills necessary for
effective public management: planning and decision making,
1. Complete the following requirements (15 credits). managing people, money and programs. These skills will be
Meet with an advisor to develop a program plan. applicable in a wide spectrum of employment areas in law
Core Courses (9 credit hours) enforcement and the criminal justice system; and will also prepare
LOG A601 Supply Chain Management Systems 3 graduates seeking to earn a terminal degree in justice administration.
LOG A602 Logistics 3
LOG A603 Measurement in Supply Chains 3 Students who have received the MPA degree may earn a Master of
Business Administration (MBA) degree by completing a minimum
Specialty (6 credit hours)
of 21 resident credits not used for any other previous degree.
Choose from:
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the MBA
LOG A604 Radio Frequency Identification (3)
director and will be reflected in the student's MBA Program Plan
LOG A605 Transportation Systems Management (3)
prior to beginning course work toward this second degree.
or
LOG A607 Radio Frequency Capstone (3)
LOG A606 Lean Operations (3) MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
or
LOG A608 Travel/Transportation Capstone (3) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
LOG A609 Supply Chain Quality Capstone (3) Students enter the MPA program with a bachelor's degree from a
2. A total of 15 credits is required for the certificate. variety of educational backgrounds. Accordingly, the program is
designed to meet the needs of students with a wide mix of professional
FACULTY backgrounds and interests.
UAA FACULTY Students interested in the Master of Public Administration program
W. Oliver Hedgepeth, Associate Professor, AFWOH@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu may accumulate up to 9 credits in the program as a non-degree-seeking
student before applying for admission to the program. To apply for
PARTICIPATING FACULTY FROM PARTNER INSTITUTIONS admission, applicants must meet both the University of Alaska
Tom Foster, Professor, foster@boisestate.edu Anchorage Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees and the
Lyman Gallup, Associate Professor, lgallup@boisestate.edu Department of Public Administration requirements outlined below.
Patrick Shannon, Professor, pshannon@boisestate.edu
1. Students applying for admission to the MPA program must submit
a 300-500 word statement on their career goals and how the MPA
degree relates to them.
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION 2.
3.
Applicants must submit a professional resume or vita.
In addition, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
Edward & Cathryn Rasmuson Hall (RH), Room 309, (907) 786-4101 a. Have a combined undergraduate GPA plus GRE Analytic score
www.mpa.alaska.edu totaling 7.0 or higher. The GRE test is not required for students
having already earned a master's degree from a regionally
The Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree provides students with accredited institution in the United States or a foreign
knowledge and skills needed for professional careers in public service. equivalent, provided they have an undergraduate GPA of 3.00.
MPA students learn new analytical techniques and add to their expertise in b. Have an undergraduate GPA of 3.00 and have taken an
organizational and program management, policy analysis, and related introductory course in government (or demonstrate
areas. Emphasis is on public policy, management, and administrative knowledge by taking an approved UAA college-level
issues. Students specialize in one of the following emphasis areas: Public achievement examination)
Management, Policy Analysis, Health Administration, or Criminal Justice. c. Complete two PADM core courses with a grade of B or better
and complete all PADM core course prerequisites (BA A273,
The Public Management emphasis is designed for those working for, or ECON A201 and A202 or ECON A602, and PS A101) or their
planning to work for, executive agencies of local, state, and federal equivalents.
government; for private, nonprofit organizations; and in government
relations units of private corporations. It provides basic tools of public Detailed admission standards available on our website:
management, understanding of the structure and processes of public www.mpa.alaska.edu.
organizations, and the history and context of the field of public
administration. ACADEMIC PROGRESS
To maintain satisfactory progress toward the degree, a student in the
The Policy Analysis emphasis is intended to provide the professional
MPA program is expected to complete a minimum of 6 semester credits
staffs of executive and legislative departments of local, state, and federal
each calendar year, commencing with the first term of enrollment. The
governments with the capability to analyze the effects of a broad range
6 semester credits may consist of either undergraduate prerequisite
of actual or hypothetical government policies. It emphasizes the
courses or graduate program courses. Failure to comply with the
application of economic analysis and other quantitative and qualitative
6 credit minimum each calendar year may result in the student being
methods to Alaska and national policy issues.
dropped from the program.
The Health Administration emphasis prepares students to function as
health administrators in state, local, or federal agencies, nonprofit GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
organizations, and private companies that do health-related work. See University Requirements for Master’s Degrees at the beginning of
Students develop knowledge and skills necessary for effective public this chapter.
management in the health care area: planning, decision-making, and
managing people, money and programs.
The Criminal Justice Emphasis will provide graduates with the
theoretical basis for management careers in the field of criminal
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
1. Complete the MPA core courses:
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
ECON A625 Economics and Public Policy 3 Professional Studies Building (PSB), Room 209, (907) 786-4401
PADM A601 Introduction to Public Administration 3 www.uaa.alaska.edu/coe
PADM A602 Seminar in Public Management 3
PADM A604 Research Methods in Administration 3 The University of Alaska Anchorage is in full compliance with the
PADM A606 The Policymaking Process 3 institutional reporting requirements mandated in Title II of the Higher
PADM A628 Administration of Financial Resources 3 Education Act Amendments of 1998. Please contact the College of
2. Complete one of the following emphasis areas: Education for a copy of the completed report.
Public Management Emphasis (15 credits)
PADM A603 Management Analysis 3 The College of Education comprises a community of educators
PADM A610 Organizational Theory and Behavior 3 dedicated to improving the quality of education. The mission of the
PADM A624 Human Resources Administration 3 College of Education is to prepare educators and support the lifelong
Plus two 600-level electives 6 learning of professionals to embrace diversity and to be intellectually
and ethically strong, resilient, and passionate in their work with
Policy Analysis Emphasis (15 credits) Alaska's learners, families, educators, and communities. Our programs
Under Revision emphasize the power of learning to transform people's lives. Across the
PADM A632 Policy Analysis 3 university, faculty members teach professional educators to work in
PADM A688 Program Evaluation and Measurement 3 diverse settings, to form and sustain learning partnerships, and to
Plus three 600-level electives 9 provide learning across the life span. We are confident that this
Health Administration Emphasis (15 credits) preparation will result in educators' significant contributions to society.
PADM A624 Human Resources Administration 3
Plus one 600-level elective 3 The College of Education promotes the following core values in their
Choose three courses from the following: 9 collegial interactions to ensure that program graduates exhibit:
NS A626 Principles of Epidemiology (3) • Intellectual Vitality: Professional educators examine diverse
NS A658 Public Health Policy (3) perspectives, engage in research and scholarship, contribute to
NS A681 Analysis of Health Services (3) knowledge and practice, and apply innovations in technology.
NS A682 Administrative Services (3) • Collaborative Spirit: Professional educators generate, welcome, and
Criminal Justice Emphasis (15 credits) support the collaborative relationships and partnerships that
JUST A625 Seminar in Criminal Violation 3 enrich people’s lives.
• Inclusiveness and Equity: Professional educators create and
JUST A630 Justice Administration Theory and Practice 3
advocate for learning communities that advance knowledge and
JUST A670 Administrative Law 3
ensure the development, support, and inclusion of peoples’
Choose one of the following: 3
abilities, values, ideas, languages, and expressions.
JUST A640 Corrections Theory and Research (3)
• Leadership: Professional educators are committed to the highest
JUST A650 Policing Theory and Research (3)
standards of ethical behavior in their roles, using professional
Plus one 600-level elective 3
expertise to improve the communities in which they live and work,
3. Candidates for the MPA who do not have public
and demonstrating the ability to translate theories and principles
administration work experience must complete one
into transformative educational practice.
additional course (3 credits):
PADM A620 Internship in Public Administration/
We believe that learning must be designed, delivered, and evaluated
Policy (1-3) 3
within the contexts of these core values and program outcomes.
4. Take the core comprehensive examination after completing
the core courses. This examination must be passed before
The College of Education offers undergraduate and graduate curricula
the student may enroll in the capstone course.
and programs designed to prepare personnel for various professional
5. Complete the capstone project course (3 credits):
roles related to education in a variety of learning environments. The
PADM A659 Public Administrative Capstone 3
College of Education is accredited by the National Council for
6. A total of 36-39 credits is required for the degree.
Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Our professional
preparation programs are approved by the Alaska Department of
FACULTY Education and Early Development and are based on NCATE standards.
Steven Aufrecht, Emeritus Professor, AFSEA@uaa.alaska.edu
Sharman Haley, Professor, AFSH@uaa.alaska.edu The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development issues
Lee Huskey, Professor, AFLH@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu certificates and endorsements under the "approved program" process for
Greg Protasel, Associate Professor, AFGJP@uaa.alaska.edu certification. The University of Alaska Anchorage recommends individuals
Sheila Selkregg, Assistant Professor, sheilas@cbpp.uaa.alaska.edu to the commissioner of Education and Early Development for certification
or endorsement after successful completion of one or more of the approved
programs. Only the dean of the College of Education is authorized to
recommend candidates for the appropriate certificate or endorsement.
In each of the college's curricula and programs, candidates are introduced
to fundamental issues of education in the contemporary world through
courses designed to develop perspective and understanding of the
relationship of education to society. Courses provide theory and practice in
the development of instructional materials and an understanding of
methods of instruction. Many courses and programs are offered through
distance delivery methods. The college offers high-quality, distance-
delivered course work in order to improve access for rural students and
provide flexible scheduling for practicing educators. Additionally, the
college partners with UAA community campuses in optimizing the use of
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technology for distance delivery through intercampus collaboration. All
students who desire a degree, certification or endorsement must apply for
STUDENT OUTCOMES
admission to the University of Alaska Anchorage and to the College of Student outcomes for the program are based on the Alaska Beginning
Education. Students are formally admitted to an appropriate program on Teacher Standards located at www.coe.uaa.alaska.edu/dtl/resources.cfm.
the basis of multiple criteria, including their ability to make a positive
contribution to educational professions. Candidates who seek Alaska State ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
licensure must successfully complete the College of Education's "approved
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
program," as well as any additional requirements that may be initiated by
Master's degrees. The application deadline for the MAT is October 1 for
the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development. Only courses
applicants seeking spring admission and February 20 for applicants
with a grade of C or higher will be applied to meet certification or
seeking summer admission. Students must apply for admission to both
endorsement requirements. Some programs require a minimum grade of B.
the University of Alaska Anchorage and the College of Education.
In addition, candidates must demonstrate professional behaviors and
Students are admitted and proceed through the program as a cohort. An
dispositions consistent with the College of Education's Conceptual
application packet is on the website.
Framework as well as abide by the UAA Student Code of Conduct and the
Code of Ethics and Professional Teaching Standards adopted by the Alaska
Applicants for the MAT degree must meet subject area requirements for
Professional Teaching Practices Commission. These documents are
a teaching endorsement.
available on the College of Education website.
Approved secondary (7-12) teaching endorsement areas for the MAT are:
Applicants admitted to a graduate program work with an advisor from
the major and related areas. The advisor develops a Graduate Studies • Business Education
Plan with each candidate based upon transfer credits, program • English as a Second Language
requirements, and elective courses. The program may or may not • English/Language Arts
include certification or endorsement requirements. • Family and Consumer Science
• General Science
The College of Education has three academic departments: • Mathematics
• Social Studies
1. The Department of Teaching and Learning with programs in
• Technology Education
school-age care, early childhood education, elementary education,
• World Languages (this endorsement is for a specific language)
and secondary education. (907) 786-4481
2. The Department of Counseling and Special Education with
Approved K-12 teaching endorsement areas for the MAT are:
programs in counselor education, special education, early
childhood special education, and opportunities in speech and • Music
language pathology. (907) 786-6317 • Physical Education
3. The Department of Educational Leadership with programs in
educational leadership (principal, superintendent, and teacher Note: Teaching endorsements must be completed in accordance with the
leadership preparation). (907) 786-4450 approved standards-based Initial Endorsement Content Preparation Review on
file in the College of Education.
PROFESSIONAL AND CONTINUING EDUCATION (PACE)
http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/pace Undergraduates interested in applying to the MAT should see a College
of Education faculty advisor early in their program to ensure that
Quality professional learning enriches the knowledge and skills of subject matter courses taken to fulfill undergraduate degree
educators and improves the educational experiences of all students. requirements meet the content preparation standards required by the
Therefore, the Office of Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) college's accrediting association. Additional subject matter coursework
partners with UAA academic units, schools, professional societies, and may be required before an applicant can be accepted to the MAT.
other organizations to support learning opportunities such as 500-level Therefore, individuals with baccalaureate degrees who are considering
courses and academies. The flexible structure of PACE allows for rapid a career change to become a teacher should see a faculty advisor at least
response to the dynamic learning needs of educators and related- one year before applying to the program.
services professionals around the state.
Applicants are expected to have basic technology skills such as general
computer use, email, word processing, Internet research, etc.
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/secondary Applicants must also provide documentation to the College of
Education of qualifications in the following three areas:
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree is intended to prepare 1. Academic preparation and demonstrated content knowledge
students for a career in teaching. It is an intensive experience for the competency in the endorsement area sought.
dedicated graduate student who has both academic preparation in a 2. Successful experience with adolescents.
content area taught in the public schools and significant life experience. 3. Dispositions for teaching, including collaborative skills, fairness, the
The program integrates coursework and field experiences to meet belief that all students can learn, and the ability to work with
Alaska and national teacher education standards. Graduates of the MAT adolescents and families from diverse backgrounds.
program are prepared to become educators who are:
• Excited about teaching and learning in K-12 classrooms. Admission to the program is competitive and based on a two-part
• Committed to a life of thoughtful practice. review of the applicant's credentials. The first committee review is
• Dedicated to working with all children, their families, and support preliminary and based on the documentation submitted by the
personnel. applicant. If the applicant is recommended as a strong potential
• Knowledgeable in the appropriate subject matter and skilled in candidate for admission, then an admissions interview is scheduled.
how to teach it. Applicants' knowledge, skills and dispositions as documented in the
• Committed to the highest standards of professional ethics. MAT application packet and demonstrated in the admissions interview
will be holistically evaluated with two exceptions:
• Passing scores on the Praxis I examination. Scores are determined
by the Alaska State Board of Education and Early Development.
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• Demonstrated writing ability. Because the MAT is a graduate Courses with grades less than a C, including those used to demonstrate
program, and because teachers are required to communicate content knowledge on the Initial Endorsement Content Preparation
effectively with a wide audience, applicants must demonstrate that Review, may not be applied to meet certification or endorsement
they are able to meet high expectations for written work. requirements. Satisfactory progress on all standards must be
demonstrated in the internship courses to remain in the program.
If the candidate is recommended for admission based on the preliminary
review and admissions interview, a physical examination and a
background check must be passed prior to admission to the internships.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
See the beginning of this chapter for University Requirements for
Stage I: Preliminary Review Master’s Degrees.
Applicants must complete the MAT application packet available from
the College of Education. It must include the following: TEACHING ENDORSEMENT AND GRADE LEVEL
1. Verification of a baccalaureate with an expected minimum of a
2.75 GPA in the last 30 credits of the baccalaureate degree or
OPTIONS
subsequent graduate-level coursework. Undergraduates may apply There are two grade level options in the MAT:
during senior year with anticipated graduation in May. A. Secondary Education (7-12)
2. Passing scores on the Praxis I, a test of basic skills in reading, B. K-12
writing, and mathematics. This test is also required by the State of
The grade level option an applicant selects is based on the teaching
Alaska; the Alaska State Board of Education and Early
endorsement area.
Development determines passing scores. Contact the College of
Education for the passing scores.
3. Scores from the relevant content knowledge Praxis II test. A. Secondary Education 7-12
Competitive scores will be at the national median or higher. with a teaching endorsement in Business Education, English as a
4. Demonstrated evidence of content area preparation in the teaching Second Language, English/Language Arts, Family and Consumer
area for which the applicant is seeking endorsement, including the Science, General Science, Mathematics, Social Studies,
standards-based Initial Endorsement Content Preparation Review Technology Education or World Languages
that has been signed by an appropriate College of Education
faculty advisor. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
5. An essay addressing questions based on the MAT program
1. Required Foundations Courses (6-9 credits)
purpose and outcomes, as described in the application packet.
EDFN A478 Issues in Alaska Native
6. Documentation of experience with school-aged children and
Education, K-12 3
adolescents.
EDFN A601 Foundations: Philosophy of
7. Two letters of recommendation that speak directly to the
Education 2
applicant's qualifications to be admitted to the MAT degree and
EDFN A602 Foundations: Educational Psychology 2
her/his choice of teaching as a career. At least one of the letters
EDFN A603 Foundations: Educational History
should address the academic expertise in the endorsement area.
and Sociology 2
(Career and technical education candidates may take CTE A611
Stage II: Admissions Interview Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Career and Technical
8. After the preliminary review of the required application materials Education, instead of EDFN A601 and EDFN A603)
is completed, all applicants who are recommended as potential
Notes: Minimum grade of B required in EDFN A478. With
candidates will be interviewed by an Admissions Committee.
departmental approval, the above courses may be taken
Admission to the MAT degree program is competitive, and final
before formal admission to the MAT program. If
decisions will be based upon consideration of all data. Admission
EDFN A478 is taken as part of an undergraduate program,
to the MAT program does not guarantee an internship placement
it may be waived for the MAT.
(see note under Professional Field Experiences).
2. Required Core Courses (11 credits)
EDFN A647 Developing Literacies Across the
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS K-12 Continuum 1
Applicants accepted for admission must provide the following EDFN A649 Capstone Seminar: Inquiry in
documents. Teaching and Learning 2
9. A completed State of Alaska Student Teacher Certification EDSE A637 Inclusive Teaching and Learning in
Authorization application form. The State of Alaska requires Secondary Schools 2
fingerprinting and a background check prior to internships in the EDSY A630 Language, Culture, and Teaching in
public schools. The College of Education requires compliance with Secondary Schools 2
specific background clearance policies and procedures for EDSY A644 Developing a Community of Learners
candidates participating in university-sponsored fieldwork. Failure in Middle/High School 3
to pass the criminal history background check or failure to comply EDSY A648 Developing Literacies in the
with the College of Education background check requirements will Secondary Content Areas 1
result in removal from the program. More information is located at Note: Minimum grade of B required in EDFN A649.
http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/background.cfm. 3. Required Methods Classes (6 credits)
10. Documentation of a current physical examination. Choose appropriate two-course sequence:
EDSY A661 General Methods for Secondary
ACADEMIC PROGRESS Classrooms
and (select appropriate content course):
3
3
Students enrolled in the MAT must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.00, EDSY A663 Teaching English/Language
with no individual course grade lower than a C, or B where specified. Arts in Secondary Schools (3)
EDFN A444 Positive Learning Communities in K-6 Classrooms, or
EDFN A478 Issues in Alaska Native Education, K-12, EDFN A649 EDSY A664 Teaching Social Studies in
Capstone Seminar: Inquiry in Teaching and Learning, and EDSE A482 Secondary Schools (3)
Inclusive Classrooms for All Children require a minimum grade of B. or
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EDSY A665 Teaching Mathematics in 5. Total credits for degree: 33-36
Secondary Schools (3) 6. Candidates must successfully complete a
or comprehensive portfolio demonstrating that they
EDSY A667 Teaching World Language in have met all of the applicable standards.
Secondary Schools (3)
or
EDSY A668 Teaching English as a Second
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Language in Secondary Schools (3) A. Fast Track Option
or The Fast Track Option is an intensive three-semester program that
EDSY A669 Teaching Science in Secondary allows candidates to complete the MAT as full-time students in
Schools (3) 12 to 18 months. Candidates admitted in the fall take classes
or "spring-fall-spring." Candidates admitted in the spring take classes
CTE A643 Teaching in Career and Technical "summer-fall-spring." The yearlong internship is during the fall
Education (3) and spring semesters.
4. Required Field Experiences (9 credits) B. Two-Year Option
EDFN A695 Internship (1-9) 9* The Two-Year Option allows candidates to complete the MAT as
(Career and Technical Education candidates may take part-time students over a period of 24 to 30 months. Depending on
CTE A695) admission, candidates take the 9 credits of foundations courses
*Special Note: Completion of 9 credits required for degree either during the spring or summer semester. Beginning in the fall
and certification. semester when candidates are enrolled in the core courses and/or
5. Total credits for degree: 32-35 methods courses, their schedule includes a required field experience
6. Candidates must successfully complete a component (internship).
comprehensive portfolio demonstrating that they C. Alternate Route to Certification Option
have met all of the applicable standards. The Alternate Route Option is for candidates who have secured a
teaching position with an Alaska school district. Generally this option
B. K-12 is available only to those candidates in areas of teacher shortage.
with a teaching endorsement in Music or Physical Education Candidates will complete the MAT in 24 to 30 months. Please contact
the College of Education for further information about this option.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
1. Required Foundations Courses (6-9 credits) PROFESSIONAL FIELD EXPERIENCES
EDFN A478 Issues in Alaska Native The Master of Arts in Teaching program includes a comprehensive
Education, K-12 3 internship experience in an educational setting. Internship placements are
EDFN A601 Foundations: Philosophy of arranged and supervised by university faculty in partnership with the
Education 2 principal and staff from the public school. University coursework and
EDFN A602 Foundations: Educational classroom practice are closely linked and communication about
Psychology 2 performance in both the coursework and classroom practice is shared
EDFN A603 Foundations: Educational History among the partners. Internships follow the K-12 school year calendar and
and Sociology 2 not the university academic year calendar.
Notes: Minimum grade of B required in EDFN A478. With
departmental approval, the above courses may be taken Performance in the internship must meet stated competencies and
before formal admission to the MAT program. If individual outcomes. Performance evaluations determine the
EDFN A478 is taken as part of an undergraduate program, candidate's progress toward meeting the State of Alaska Standards for
it may be waived for the MAT. Beginning Teachers, the Guidelines for Preparing Culturally Responsive
2. Required Core Courses (12 credits) Teachers for Alaska's Schools, and the International Society for
EDFN A444 Positive Learning Communities in Technology in Education's National Education Technology Standards
K-6 Classrooms 1 and Performance Indicators for All Teachers.
EDFN A647 Developing Literacies Across the K-12
Continuum 1 It is expected that interns will demonstrate appropriate professional
EDFN A649 Capstone Seminar: Inquiry in dispositions with respect to their actions, attitudes, and performance.
Teaching and Learning 2 Teacher candidates are required to adhere to the characteristics of
EDSE A482 Inclusive Classrooms for All professionalism as published in the MAT Program Handbook, and to
Children 3 abide by the State of Alaska Code of Ethics of the Education Profession.
EDSY A630 Language, Culture, and Teaching Unacceptable academic performance, an unprofessional attitude,
in Secondary Schools 2 unsatisfactory field reports, violation of professional ethics, or other
EDSY A644 Developing a Community of factors may result in removal from the field experience and denial of the
Learners in Middle/High School 3 Institutional Recommendation for teacher certification.
Note: Minimum grade of B required in EDFN A649.
Internship placements are made in partnership with participating school
3. Required Methods Classes (6 credits) districts, which may request additional information and/or preparation
MUS A668A Methods for Teaching Music I, K-12 (3) 6 from university candidates according to the district's established policies
MUS A668B Methods for Teaching Music II, K-12 (3) and practices. Because cooperating districts also determine the number
or of placements available for candidates, placement may become
PEP A645 Methods in Elementary Physical competitive if the number of applicants exceeds the number of spaces.
Education (3) Districts also reserve the right to refuse or terminate placements when
PEP A646 Methods in Secondary Physical candidates do not meet a minimum standard of performance. Thus,
Education (3) while the university will make every effort to identify appropriate field
4. Required Field Experiences (9 credits) experiences, admission to the Master of Arts in Teaching program does
EDFN A695 Internship (1-9) 9* not guarantee an internship placement.
*Special Note: Completion of 9 credits required for degree
and certification.
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INSTITUTIONAL RECOMMENDATION have additional requirements. In some cases, criminal history background
clearance is required for admission to a department or program.
To obtain an institutional recommendation for teacher certification,
candidates must have: Failure to comply with the College of Education background check
1. Completed all program courses with a minimum grade of C, or B requirements will result in denial of access to field placement settings.
where specified; Failure to pass the criminal history background check will result in
2. Maintained a cumulative 3.00 GPA in the MAT; removal from the program. More information is located at
3. Achieved passing scores on the Praxis I and II examinations; http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/background.cfm.
4. Satisfactorily completed internships; and
5. Met all standards listed in the standards-based Initial Endorsement Cooperating School/Agency
Content Preparation Review. Practica, internships, and other field placements are made only in
Alaska Certification Note: Certification is awarded by the State of Alaska cooperation with participating school districts and agencies. The school
through the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (EED) in districts and agencies that work with the College of Education reserve the
Juneau. Graduates must meet all requirements specified by EED at the time of right to request additional information and/or preparation from candidates,
application for certificate. in accordance with their established policies/practices. Cooperating districts
and agencies also determine the number of available spaces and placements
for candidates. Placements may become competitive if the number of
MASTER OF EDUCATION applicants exceeds the number of spaces. Districts and agencies also reserve
Within the curriculum of the MEd program are several options, each with the right to refuse or terminate placements when candidates do not meet an
its own set of specific requirements. Each is designed to provide the acceptable standard of performance. Thus, while the University makes
student with initial or advanced preparation in professional education. every effort to find appropriate field placements for candidates, admittance
Some also lead to endorsement or certification. MEd options are: to a degree/certificate/endorsement program does not guarantee acceptance
by cooperating school districts or agencies. Unacceptable academic
A. Counselor Education
performance, an unprofessional attitude, unsatisfactory field reports,
School Counseling (K-8, 7-12, or both)
violation of professional ethics, or other factors may result in removal from
Community Agency Counseling
the field placement.
B. Early Childhood Special Education
C. Educational Leadership
Principal (K-8, 7-12, or both) Transfer
Teacher Leadership - admission suspended Candidates who have taken all or part of an approved program at
D. Master Teacher with Specialty Options - admission suspended another university must take at least 9 credits of approved education
E. Special Education courses at the University of Alaska prior to being admitted to an
Special Education advanced practicum or internship.
Special Education Administration
ADMISSION PROCEDURES
PROFESSIONAL FIELD PRACTICE Individuals applying to the MEd must complete both UAA's graduate
Prior to permitting the candidate to enter the final stage of preparation, application (http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/admissions/) and the application
which is characterized in most options by participation in a practicum or for the specific program in the College of Education. When all official
internship, a faculty committee will evaluate the candidate's performance in transcripts and other required materials are received by the Office of
the program. Admission into this final phase of professional preparation is a Admissions, a copy of the applicant's file is forwarded to the College of
faculty decision and is separate from entry into the graduate program. Education and combined with the College of Education admission
Difficulties including inadequate academic performance, unprofessional materials for consideration by the appropriate department. In some cases,
behavior, unsatisfactory field reports, or other factors, may result in denial applicants may be contacted about providing writing samples or for
of entry to practicum or internship. Performance in practicum and scheduling personal interviews with the department after their completed
internship is closely monitored, with stated minimum competencies and the files are received. When all documents are received and reviewed by the
development of individual objectives. Since this is the practice and department, the applicant will be notified of the department's decision.
application phase of professional development, it is assumed that
candidates will demonstrate appropriate professional dispositions with ADMISSION DEADLINES
respect to their professional actions, attitude, and performance.
Applicant files are reviewed throughout the year. However, applications
for admission need to be submitted by specific dates (July 1,
The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development issues
November 1, and May 1) to qualify for financial aid.
certificates/endorsements as a result of successful program completion
as verified by the department chair and the dean.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
FIELD PLACEMENTS 1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at the
Most College of Education graduate programs require field experiences in beginning of this chapter.
school or agency settings. 2. Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited
institution or equivalent from another country.
Criminal History Background Clearance 3. Have a GPA of 3.00 (on a 4.00 point scale) in the last 30 credits.
The College of Education requires compliance with specific background 4. Satisfy the admission requirements as specified by the appropriate
clearance policies and procedures for candidates participating in university- program. In general, programs require submission of a resume
sponsored fieldwork. documenting professional experience, goal statements, and
professional references. Some programs may require teacher
There are two types of background clearances required. In general, Alaska certification. Departments may request writing samples or
Public Safety Information Network (APSIN), also known as Interested interviews as part of the admission process.
Person Report (IRP), clearance is required for lecture courses that include a
fieldwork component as part of the course. Courses that are primarily field- Competitive Qualifications
based, such as practica or internships, require fingerprinting and a national Applicants who meet the above criteria are considered for program
(FBI) criminal history background check. Various agencies and centers may admission on a competitive basis.
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An official Graduate Studies Plan must be approved before completion 1. Communicate essential knowledge and understandings of the
of more than 12 credits of course work. profession of counseling including an ability to integrate
knowledge into personally meaningful frameworks.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 2. Apply practical knowledge that is developmentally
appropriate to individuals and groups.
Candidates completing the Master of Education degree must complete 3. Utilize assessment, research, and technology to support and
the following requirements: improve counseling practices.
1. Satisfy University Requirements for Master’s Degrees and master's 4. Show characteristics relating to effective counseling practice.
level graduation requirements at the beginning of this chapter. 5. Create positive therapeutic environments for all clients.
2. Complete a minimum of 30 credits of approved course work. 6. Engage in work that meets ethical standards and legal
Specific programs may require more than 30 credits. See mandates in the field of counseling.
appropriate program for credit requirements.
3. Satisfy the requirement of a comprehensive examination,
comprehensive portfolio, or other scholarly work as specified by
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
the program. 1. See Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at the
beginning of this chapter and Admission Requirements for
Cautionary Note: Graduate courses completed prior to being admitted as a Master of Education degrees at the beginning of this section.
graduate student will not necessarily be applicable toward a specific graduate 2. Submit Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test
degree program. Since recency of credits is of concern to the candidate's scores (minimum 800 combined verbal and quantitative and
committee when developing the graduate program, coursework must be 4.0 analytical writing) or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) score
completed within a consecutive seven-year period prior to graduation in order (minimum of 40th percentile).
to fulfill the requirements of the degree. 3. Complete the Counselor Education Application (application
packet can be found on the program web site).
INSTITUTIONAL RECOMMENDATION 4. Submit three letters (or reference forms) of professional
recommendation (see application packet for forms).
Following are the requirements for an institutional recommendation for
5. Provide a goal statement of approximately 500 words that
those programs leading to a recommendation for certification or
contains an autobiography, career goals, and how the MEd
endorsement:
program relates to those goals.
1. All program courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher. 6. Participate in an interview (if requested).
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.00 in the program coursework. 7. Provide a writing sample (if requested).
3. For endorsements, all requirements for a current Teacher
Certificate must be successfully met.
4. For Principal Type B Administrative Certificates, candidates must BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
have three years of successful certificated contract experience as a See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
teacher or special services provider (Type C). In addition, a Education section of this chapter.
minimum of a masters degree is required.
5.
6.
For the Principal Type B Certificate, the MEd must be conferred.
For the Type F Special Education Administration Certificate,
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
candidates must have three years of successful contract experience 1. Research Core (6 credits):
as a special services provider. The certificate is restricted to those EDRS A660 Fundamentals of Research in
candidates who hold a Type C Special Services Certificate with an Education* 2
endorsement in school psychology, speech-language pathology, or EDRS A664 Developing and Writing Literature
school counseling. In addition, a minimum of a master’s degree is Reviews* 2
required. EDRS A667 Program Evaluation 2
7. For the Type B Administrative Certificate with an endorsement in *Must be taken within the first 12 credits of program
special education administration, candidates must have three years coursework.
of successful certificated contract experience as a special education 2. Counselor Education Core (30 credits):
teacher. In addition, a minimum of a master’s degree is required. EDCN A610 Professional and Ethical Orientation
8. Demonstration of basic computer/technology competence. See to Counseling 3
specific programs for additional information. EDCN A613 Human Development for Helping
Note: Certification is awarded by the State of Alaska through the Alaska Professionals 3
Department of Education and Early Development (EED) in Juneau. Graduates EDCN A614 Counseling Diverse Populations 3
must meet all requirements specified by EED at the time of application for the EDCN A616 Counseling Theories 3
certificate. EDCN A620 Assessment in Counseling 3
EDCN A623 Counseling Skills and Techniques 3
EDCN A624 Group Counseling 3
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (MED) EDCN A632 Lifespan Career Development 3
Complete one of the following courses of study: EDCN A634 Counseling Practicum 3
EDSE A632 Special Education Law: Principles
and Practices 3
A. Counselor Education 3. Choose one of two options:
http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/coun
a. School Counseling
The MEd in Counselor Education is designed for individuals who b. Community Agency Counseling.
desire initial professional preparation as counselors in public
The School Counseling option addresses the State of Alaska
schools or community agencies. The program encompasses theory,
Department of Education and Early Development (EED)
research, and practice relating to the delivery of counseling
requirements for a Type C Special Services Certificate with an
services to children, adolescents or adults who require assistance
endorsement in Counseling and Guidance. Both options
with developmental, academic, personal, social, or career issues.
address the academic requirements for the credential of
National Certified Counselor (NCC). Additional requirements
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apply. See the National Board for Certified Counselor for more B. Early Childhood Special Education
information: www.nbcc.org. Both options also address partial
http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/ecse
academic requirements for the credential of Licensed
Professional Counselor (LPC). Candidates must have a total of The MEd in Early Childhood Special Education is designed for
60 credits approved by the LPC Board. Additional individuals who desire initial professional preparation in early
requirements apply. See the Alaska Board of Professional intervention and early childhood special education. The program
Counselors website for more information: encompasses theory, research, and practice relating to children
www.commerce.state.ak.us/occ/ppco.htm. Also see the birth to 5 years of age who experience developmental delays and
Graduate Certificate in Counselor Education. disabilities. In addition to the degree, this program may also lead
a. School Counseling (12 credits) to an institutional recommendation for initial teacher certification*
The School Counseling option is designed for individuals or endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education-Birth to Five
who want to work as counselors in public school settings. on an existing certificate from the Alaska Department of Education
EDCN A625 Administration and Practices in and Early Development (EED).
School Counseling 3
EDCN A633 Counseling Children and STUDENT OUTCOMES
Adolescents 3
Student outcomes for the program are based on the professional
EDCN A695E* Counseling Internship:
standards of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) located at:
Elementary School (3-6) 3
www.cec.sped.org/Content/NavigationMenu/
or
ProfessionalDevelopment/ProfessionalStandards/
EDCN A695S* Counseling Internship:
EthicsPracticeStandards/SpecialEdTeachers/default.htm
Secondary School (3-6)
Electives by Advisement 3
Students who complete this program will be able to:
*EDCN A695E Counseling Internship: Elementary School
1. Apply legal and ethical policies that affect young children
and EDCN A695S Counseling Internship: Secondary
with developmental delays and disabilities, families, and
School cannot be used to fulfill elective course
programs for young children.
requirements for the degree.
2. Use intervention strategies with young children having
Alaska Certification Note: The School Counseling option developmental delays and disabilities and their families that
may lead to an institutional recommendation for a Type C affirm and respect family, cultural, and linguistic diversity.
Special Services Certificate with an endorsement in 3. Develop and apply instructional practices based on knowledge
Counseling and Guidance. Candidates will be considered of the child, family, community, and the curriculum.
for endorsement at the elementary (K-8) or secondary (7- 4. Design, implement, and evaluate environments to assure
12) level upon completion of an internship at the developmental and functional appropriateness.
appropriate level. Thus, candidates seeking institutional 5. Assess the development and learning of young children with
recommendation for grades K-12 must successfully developmental delays and disabilities and use that
complete internships at both elementary and secondary information to direct intervention.
levels. Candidates will need additional coursework not 6. Critically analyze and apply principles of research in the area
required for the degree. EED requires approved of early childhood special education.
coursework in multicultural education/cross-cultural
communication and Alaska studies. The multicultural
education/cross-cultural communication requirement is
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
met through completion of EDCN A614 Counseling 1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at the
Diverse Populations if taken after May 2008. For a list of beginning of this chapter and Admission Requirements for
all approved courses, see the EED website: Master of Education degrees at the beginning of this section.
www.eed.state.ak.us. 2. Provide transcripts documenting a GPA of 3.00 in most recent
30 credits.
b. Community Agency Counseling (12 credits) 3. Submit a resume documenting educational experience and at
The Community Agency Counseling option is least one year of appropriate professional experience. See
designed for individuals who want to work as department for more information.
counselors in community agency settings. 4. Submit a goal statement on career goals and how they relate
EDCN A627 Counseling in Community to the MEd program.
Agencies 3 5. Submit three letters of recommendation or rating forms from
EDCN A690 Current Topics in professional references.
Counseling (1-3) 3 6. Participate in an interview if requested by the department.
EDCN A695C* Counseling Internship:
Community Agency (3-6) 3
Electives** by Advisement 3 BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
*EDCN A695C Counseling Internship: Community See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
Agency cannot be used to fulfill elective course Education section of this chapter.
requirements for the degree.
**Students seeking a concentration in career education
counseling should choose CTE A611 Historical and
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Philosophical Foundations of Career and Technical This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted
Education. students must have the technological knowledge and skills to
4. See College of Education Graduation Requirements at the engage in distance learning.
beginning of this section. 1. Complete required courses (36 credits):
5. A portfolio is required. EDRS A660 Fundamentals of Research in
6. A total of 48 credits is required for the degree. Education 2
Research courses by advisement 4
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EDSE A474 Special Children from Birth 4. Collaborate with family and community members to mobilize
through Five 3 community resources to respond to diverse community
EDSE A610Y Assessment: Early Childhood interests and needs.
Special Education 3 5. Act with integrity and fairness in an ethical manner.
EDSE A620Y Advanced Internship: Early 6. Understand, respond to, and influence the larger political,
Childhood (3-6) 6 social, economic, legal, and cultural context.
EDSE A622Y Strategies: Early Childhood Special
Education 3 a. Principal (with Type B Administrator Certificate)
EDSE A633 Autism: Communication and Social Students completing this program are eligible for an institutional
Disorders 3 recommendation for an administrator certificate to serve as school
EDSE A674 Families: Developing Parent principals.
Professional Partnerships 3
EDSE A681 Issues in Early Childhood Special
Education 3 BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
Electives by advisement 6 See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
2. Complete a portfolio documenting attainment of CEC standards. Education section of this chapter.
3. Take the Praxis II Special Education: Preschool/Early
Childhood examination.
4. Satisfy College of Education Graduation Requirements at the
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
beginning of this section. This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted
5. Complete a total of 36 credits for the degree. students must have the technological knowledge and skills to
engage in distance learning.
Alaska Certification Note: Prior to receiving an institutional
recommendation for initial teacher certification, candidates must: a. Pass 1. Foundation Core (12 credits):
the Praxis I or other EED-approved test at the level established by EED, EDFN A636 Innovations in Teaching and Learning 3
b. Successfully complete 3 credits of multicultural education/cross- EDRS A660 Fundamentals of Research in
cultural communication and 3 credits of Alaska studies from the State's Education 2
approved list; and c. Provide documentation of appropriate field Research courses by advisement 4
experience in a public school setting (see advisor for details). Also, prior to 600-level electives by advisement 3
advancing to the professional certificate, EED requires passing scores on 2. Principal Core (24 credits):
two performance reviews and passing scores on the Praxis II examination EDL A637 Educational Leadership and
for elementary teachers. EED may have additional requirements for Organizational Behavior 3
certification/endorsement. See the EED website for more information: EDL A638 Instructional and Curricular
www.eed.state.ak.us. Leadership 3
EDL A639 The Politics of Education 3
EDL A640 Law and Ethics in Education 3
C. Educational Leadership EDL A641 Principal Internship (3-6) 6
http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/edleadership EDL A642 Principal’s Seminar I 3
The MEd in Educational Leadership is designed for individuals EDL A643 Principal’s Seminar II 3
seeking advanced professional preparation to become school 3. Comprehensive portfolio required.
leaders. The program specifically prepares individuals for 4. A total of 36 credits is required for the degree and to
principal or teacher leadership positions. The options include: apply for an institutional recommendation for a Type B
Administrator Certificate from the Alaska Department
a. Principal (with Type B certificate) of Education and Early Development (EED).
b. Teacher Leadership (without Type B certificate) - admission
suspended Alaska Certification Note: EED requires 3 credits of
multicultural education/cross-cultural communication and 3
credits of Alaska studies for State licensure. See the Alaska
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Department of Education and Early Development website for
1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at the more information: www.eed.state.ak.us.
beginning of this chapter and Admission Requirements for
Master of Education degrees at the beginning of this section. b. Teacher Leadership
2. Have at least one year of experience as a certificated
Admission to the teacher leadership option is suspended.
elementary teacher, secondary teacher, or special services
provider (Type C).
3. Hold a current teacher certificate or provide evidence of D. Master Teacher with Specialty Options
eligibility for an Alaska Teacher Certificate. http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu
Admission to the MEd in Master Teacher Specialty Options is
suspended. The Department of Teaching and Learning is revising the
STUDENT OUTCOMES curriculum and plans to reopen this program for admission in 2010.
Student outcomes for the MEd in Educational Leadership are
based on the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium
(ISLLC) Standards for School Leaders. Students who complete the
E. Special Education
Educational Leadership degree program will be able to: http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/sped
1. Facilitate the development, implementation, and monitoring
Speech-Language Affiliated Program
of a shared vision of learning, involving all stakeholders.
UAA is affiliated with two graduate schools outside Alaska to
2. Shape, nurture, and sustain a school culture and instructional
provide a master's degree in speech-language pathology. The
program based on student learning and professional growth.
graduate schools offer academic coursework by distance education
3. Ensure effective management of operations and resources for
while UAA sponsors internships and leveling courses. Contact the
safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
project director at slp@uaa.alaska.edu for further information.
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The MEd in Special Education has two options: EDSE A632 Special Education Law:
a. Special Education Concentration Principles and Practices 3
b. Special Education Administration Concentration. EDSE A633 Autism: Communication and
Social Disorders 3
Electives by advisement 21
a. Special Education Concentration 2. Complete portfolio documenting attainment of
The MEd in Special Education with the Special Education CEC standards.
Concentration is designed for individuals who desire 3. Satisfy College of Education Graduation
advanced professional preparation in special education. The Requirements at the beginning of this section.
program encompasses theory, research, and practice relating 4. Complete a total of 36 credits for the degree.
to individuals who experience disabilities.
Alaska Certification Note: Students who already hold a
teaching certificate may receive an institutional
STUDENT OUTCOMES recommendation for a special education endorsement at the
Student outcomes for the program are based on the developmental level listed on the existing certificate. (See
professional standards of the Council for Exceptional section on Graduate Certificate in Special Education. The
Children (CEC) located at http://www.cec.sped.org. Students certificate courses may be used to fulfill elective requirements
who complete this program will be able to: for the MEd.) The Alaska Department of Education and Early
1. Utilize a variety of assessments to identify specific areas Development (EED) requires 3 credits of multicultural
of student strengths and weaknesses and use the results education/cross-cultural communication and 3 credits of
to guide instruction. Alaska studies for the professional certificate. See the EED
2. Individualize instruction to meet the specific needs of website for more information: www.eed.state.ak.us.
students with disabilities in inclusive settings.
3. Support and promote inclusiveness and equity for b. Special Education Administration Concentration
students with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The MEd in Special Education with the Special Education
4. Apply the legal and ethical principles associated with Administration Concentration provides advanced
special education. professional preparation for school psychologists, speech-
5. Promote a positive social environment for all students, language pathologists, school counselors, and special
particularly those with significant emotional and/or education teachers seeking leadership positions in special
behavioral disorders. education and related services. Successful program
6. Develop and maintain an atmosphere of collaboration completion leads to state licensure as a special education
with teachers, parents, administrators, and administrator. For certificated school psychologists, speech-
paraprofessionals. language pathologists, and school counselors, this program
7. Critically analyze and apply principles of research. leads to an institutional recommendation for a Type F Special
8. Demonstrate literacy regarding theoretical perspectives Education Administrator Certificate. For certificated special
associated with human development and learning. education teachers, this program leads to an institutional
recommendation for a Type B Administrative Certificate with
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS an endorsement in special education administration.
1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at
the beginning of this chapter and Admission STUDENT OUTCOMES
Requirements for Master of Education degrees at the
The following student outcomes are based on the Council of
beginning of this section.
Exceptional Children (CEC) standards for administrators
2. Provide transcripts documenting a minimum GPA of
available at www.cec.sped.org/. Students who complete this
3.00 in the most recent 30 credits.
program will be able to:
3. Provide evidence of a current teaching certificate or
1. Interpret and apply current laws, regulations, and
proof of eligibility for obtaining a teaching certificate.
policies as they apply to the administration of services to
4. Submit a resume documenting educational experience
individuals with exceptional learning needs and their
with at least one year of appropriate professional
families.
experience.
2. Develop and manage a budget in accordance with local,
5. Submit a goal statement on career goals and how they
state, and federal education laws and regulations.
relate to the MEd program.
3. Engage in data-informed decision making for the
6. Submit three letters of recommendation or rating forms
administration of education programs and services that
from professional references.
support students with exceptional learning needs and
7. Participate in an interview if requested by the department.
their families.
4. Develop and implement ongoing evaluations of
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS education programs and personnel.
See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College 5. Demonstrate the skills necessary to provide ongoing
of Education section of this chapter. communication, education, and support for families of
individuals with exceptional learning needs.
6. Communicate a personal inclusive vision and mission
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS for meeting the needs of individuals with exceptional
This program includes courses delivered by distance learning needs and their families.
education. Students must have the technological knowledge
and skills to engage in distance learning.
1. Complete required courses (36 credits):
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
EDRS A660 Fundamentals of Research in 1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Master's Degrees at
Education 2 the beginning of this chapter and Admission
Research courses by advisement 4 Requirements for Master of Education degrees at the
EDSE A622 Theories and Strategies 3 beginning of this section.
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2. Provide transcripts documenting a minimum GPA of Each program is designed to provide the student with initial or
3.00 in most recent 30 credits. advanced preparation in professional education. With the exceptions of
3. Provide evidence of a current Professional or Master Counselor Education and e-Learning, successful completion of the
Teacher Certificate with an endorsement in special programs leads to an institutional recommendation for a state certificate
education; or a Type C Special Services Certificate with or endorsement. Admitted students must have the technological
an endorsement in school psychology, speech-language knowledge and skills to engage in distance learning.
pathology, or school counseling; or proof of eligibility for
a certificate. Course work that is applied to graduate certificates may also apply the
4. Submit a resume documenting at least 3 years of MEd with faculty advisor approval.
teaching, related service, or other related experience.
5. Submit a goal statement on career goals and how they
relate to the MEd program.
PROFESSIONAL FIELD PRACTICE
6. Submit three letters of recommendation or rating forms See Master of Education section for description of requirements for
from professional references. admission and performance in internships.
7. Participate in an interview if requested by the department.
FIELD PLACEMENTS
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS See Master of Education section for description of factors affecting field
See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College placements with cooperating school districts.
of Education section of this chapter.
ADMISSION DEADLINES
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Individuals applying to the graduate certificate programs must
This program includes courses delivered by distance complete UAA's graduate application and the College of Education
education. Students must have the technological knowledge application. Applicant files are reviewed throughout the year. However,
and skills to engage in distance learning. applications for admission need to be submitted by specific dates
(July 1, November 1, and May 1) to qualify for financial aid.
1. Complete Foundation Core (12 credits)
EDRS A660 Fundamentals of Research in
Education 2 A. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE,
EDRS A667 Program Evaluation 2
Research courses by advisement 2 COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Electives by advisement 6 The Graduate Certificate in Counselor Education provides graduates of
2. Complete required courses (24 credits) counseling programs with continuing professional preparation as
EDL A637 Educational Leadership and counselors in public schools and community agencies. The graduate
Organizational Behavior 3 certificate program builds on the knowledge and skills acquired through
EDL A638 Instructional and Curricular previous master’s level study in counselor education and related fields.
Leadership 3
EDL A639 The Politics of Education 3 This graduate certificate provides structured support to those seeking
EDSE A611 Supporting Families of continuing education for maintaining current certifications or obtaining
Exceptional Children 2 additional credentials through the Alaska Board for Professional
EDSE A632 Special Education Law: Counselors and/or the National Board of Certified Counselors. It is
Principles and Practices 3 designed to supplement each candidate’s existing experience and
EDSE A675 Supervision 2 academic preparation and the degree to which each candidate achieves
EDSE A676 Special Education Finance 2 the program outcomes. Therefore, specific required courses are not listed
EDSE A695D Internship: Special Education since individual graduate studies plans may vary considerably based on
Administration (3-6) 6 prior coursework of each candidate. The faculty advisors will use the
3. Students seeking a second master's must take EDRS academic preparation requirements set forth by the licensing boards to
A667 Program Evaluation in addition to the guide the course work selections included on the graduate studies plan.
required courses.
4. Complete portfolio documenting attainment of CEC
standards for administrators. STUDENT OUTCOMES
5. Satisfy College of Education Graduation The outcomes for the program are based on the National Board of
Requirements at the beginning of this section. Certified Counselors standards located at www.nbcc.org. Students who
6. Complete a total of 36 credits for the degree. complete this program will be able to:
Alaska Certification Note: EED requires 3 credits of 1. Articulate a personalized meaning of the professional and ethical
multicultural education/cross-cultural communication and 3 issues in the counseling field.
credits of Alaska studies for State licensure. See the EED 2. Demonstrate mastery in the counseling field content areas of
website for more information: www.eed.state.ak.us. a. Research including program evaluation
b. Appraisal of the individual
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES c. Social and cultural foundations
d. Human growth and development
The College of Education offers six graduate certificate programs: e. Group work
1. Post-Graduate Graduate Certificate in Counselor Education f. Career development through the lifespan
2. Post-Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership: Principal g. Helping relationships
3. Post-Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership: Superintendent
4. Graduate Certificate in e-Learning ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
5. Graduate Certificate in Language Education: English for Speakers
1. Satisfy the University Graduate Certificate Admission
of Other Languages (ESOL) 7-12 Concentration
Requirements at the beginning of this chapter.
6. Graduate Certificate in Special Education.
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2. Complete the Counselor Education Application (application can be
found on the program website). B. EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP GRADUATE
3. Hold a master’s degree in counselor education or closely related
field from a regionally accredited institution with a grade point CERTIFICATES
average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
4. Submit three letters (or reference forms) of professional Principal and Superintendent
recommendation (see application packet for forms). http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/edleadership
5. Provide a goal statement of approximately 500 words that contains
an autobiography, career goals, and how the certificate program The Educational Leadership Certificate programs are designed for
relates to those goals. individuals with master's degrees who are seeking advanced professional
6. Participate in an interview (if requested). preparation to become principals or superintendents.
7. Submit a writing sample (if requested).
STUDENT OUTCOMES
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Student outcomes for these certificates are based on the Interstate School
1. Satisfy university graduate certificate requirements found at the Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards for School Leaders.
beginning of this chapter. Students who complete the Educational Leadership Certificate
2. Complete program requirements below. programs will be able to:
1. Facilitate the development, implementation, and monitoring of
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS 2.
shared vision of learning, involving all stakeholders.
Shape, nurture, and sustain a school culture and instructional
See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of program based on student learning and professional growth.
Education section of this chapter. 3. Ensure effective management of operations and resources for safe,
efficient, and effective learning environment.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS 4. Collaborate with family and community members to mobilize
1. Submit all graduate transcripts to the advisor for review. community resources to respond to diverse community interests
2. Collaborate with the advisor to create a Graduate Studies Plan and needs.
within the first semester of program admission. 5. Act with integrity and fairness in an ethical manner.
3. Complete a total of 12 – 18 selective credits of coursework as 6. Understand, respond to, and influence the larger political, social,
specified on the student’s Graduate Studies Plan. economic, legal, and cultural context.
4. Maintain an overall GPA of 3.00 in the program with no more than
one C. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
5. Submit a Professional Disclosure Statement. 1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates found at the
6. Pass the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination. beginning of this chapter.
2. Hold a master's degrees from a regionally accredited institution with a
Alaska Type C Special Services Certification Note: This program does not lead grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
to certification or endorsement from the Alaska Department of Education and 3. Hold appropriate certification:
Early Development. Individuals holding master’s degrees in counseling related a. Current teacher or special services provider (Type C) certificate
fields who are interested in certification as an Alaska school counselor should or equivalent for Educational for Educational Leadership
consider applying to the MEd in Counselor Education as a second master’s Certificate: Principal.
degree candidate. b. Current administrator certificate with a principal endorsement
for Educational Leadership Certificate: Superintendent.
Alaska Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor Note: 4. Provide a resume documenting educational experience including
This program addresses academic preparation requirements for the Alaska at least one year of experience as a certificated elementary teacher,
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and the National Certified Counselor secondary teacher, or special services provider (Type C).
(NCC). Other requirements apply. Completion of the graduate certificate 5. Submit an educational goal statement.
program does not automatically result in an LPC or NCC credential, but 6. Submit three letters of recommendation or rating forms from
focuses on professional development and advanced practice for counseling professional references.
professionals under the guidance of a faculty advisor. However, through
advisement, candidates completing the graduate certificate program are well
prepared to take the examinations and fulfill other requirements set forth by the GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
licensing boards. 1. Satisfy Graduate Certificate University Requirements found at the
beginning of this chapter.
Candidates seeking the Alaska LPC credential must have a total of 60 2. Complete program requirements below.
credits approved by the Alaska Board of Professional Counselors. See their
website for more information: www.commerce.state.ak.us/occ/ppco.htm.
Educational Leadership: Principal (K-8, 7-12, or
The credential of NCC is awarded by the National Board of Certified K-8 & 7-12), Graduate Certificate
Counselors (NBCC). See their website for more information:
www.nbcc.org.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
Education section of this chapter.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted students
must have the technological knowledge and skills to engage in distance
learning.
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1. Complete required courses (24 credits): f. Demonstrated basic computer/technology competence.
EDL A637 Educational Leadership and g. Demonstrated mastery of the relevant standards through a
Organizational Behavior 3 professional portfolio.
EDL A638 Instructional and Curricular Leadership 3
EDL A639 The Politics of Education 3
EDL A640 Law and Ethics in Education 3 C. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, E-LEARNING
EDL A641 Principal Internship (3-6) 6 www.uaa.alaska.edu/coe
EDL A642 Principal's Seminar I 3 The Graduate certificate in e-Learning (electronic learning) is designed for
EDL A643 Principal's Seminar II 3 P-20 educators who seek to increase their knowledge and skills in the
2. Complete portfolio documenting attainment of ISLLC effective use of electronic information and communication technologies.
standards.
3. Complete a total of 24 credits for the certificate and to apply
for an institutional recommendation for the Type B
STUDENT OUTCOMES
Administrator Certificate with a principal endorsement from Students who complete this program will be able to:
the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development. 1. Demonstrate the ability to facilitate learning with technology.
Alaska Certification Note: The Alaska Department of Education and 2. Evaluate instructional technologies critically.
Early Development requires 3 credits of multicultural education/cross- 3. Apply learning theories to instructional design and development.
cultural communication and 3 credits of Alaska studies for State 4. Design and develop virtual learning objects and cognitive tools.
licensure. See www.eed.state.ak.us for more information. 5. Design and develop an online learning module.
6. Show proficiency in the effective use of emerging educational
technologies.
Educational Leadership:
Superintendent (K-12), Graduate Certificate ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates found at
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS the beginning of this chapter.
This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted students 2. Document technological skills through a pre-assessment or an
must have the technological knowledge and skills to engage in distance advisor-approved prerequisite course.
learning. 3. Document prior experiences through a resume.
1. Complete required courses (24 credits): 4. Submit a goal statement describing purpose for applying to the
EDL A671 Superintendent Stewardship and program.
Systemic Change 3
EDL A672 Student Performance: Academic and GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Developmental 3
1. Satisfy Graduate Certificate University Requirements found at the
EDL A673 Human Resource Management and
beginning of this chapter.
Labor Relations 3
2. Complete program requirements below.
EDL A674 Public School Finance and Facilities 3
EDL A675 Superintendent Internship (3-6) 6
EDL A676 Superintendent Seminar I 3 BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
EDL A677 Superintendent Seminar II 3 See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
2. Complete portfolio documenting attainment of ISLLC standards. Education section of this chapter.
3. Complete a total of 24 credits for the certificate and to apply
for an institutional recommendation for the superintendent
endorsement from the Alaska Department of Education and PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Early Development. This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted
Alaska Certification Note: The Alaska Department of Education and Early students must have the technological knowledge and skills to engage in
Development requires 3 credits of multicultural education/cross-cultural distance learning.
communication and 3 credits of Alaska studies for State licensure. See 1. Complete required courses (12 credits):
www.eed.state.ak.us for more information. CIS A420 Consulting and Training End Users 3
EDET A637 Design of e-Learning 3
EDET A638 Facilitation of Learning with Technology 3
INSTITUTIONAL RECOMMENDATION EDET A640 e-Learning Project Development 3
2. Earn an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00 or better.
PRINCIPAL TYPE B ADMINISTRATOR CERTIFICATE OR 3. A total of 12 credits is required for the certificate.
SUPERINTENDENT ENDORSEMENT Alaska Certification Note: This program does not lead to certification or
Following are the requirements for an institutional recommendation. endorsement from the Alaska Department of Education and Early
The candidates must have: Development.
a. Completed all program courses with a grade of C or higher.
b. Received a cumulative GPA of 3.00 in the program coursework. D. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE,
c. Met all requirements for a current Alaska Teacher Certificate, or
Type C Special Services Certificate or equivalent from another state. LANGUAGE EDUCATION
d. Acquired appropriate professional experience:
• For Principal Type B Administrator Certificate, candidates
The Graduate Certificate in Language Education is designed for
must have three years of successful certificated contract
individuals seeking advanced professional preparation to increase
experience as a teacher or special services provider (Type C).
knowledge and skills in working with language learners. Those who
• For a Superintendent's endorsement, candidates must have
teach languages in public or private settings, both in the United States
five years (minimum three years as a teacher and one as an
and abroad, may enhance their knowledge and practice by completing
administrator) of experience.
this standards-based program.
e. Earned a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
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English For Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
7-12 Concentration See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
Education section of this chapter.
The ESOL 7-12 concentration is for candidates who are seeking one of
the following:
1. Institutional Recommendation for an English as a Second Language
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
(ESL) 7-12 endorsement on a current secondary teacher certificate, OR This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted students
2. Advanced preparation in ESOL for increasing professional must have the technological knowledge and skills to engage in distance
performance in community programs. learning.
1. Complete a minimum of 12 credits beyond the baccalaureate
STUDENT OUTCOMES degree. Most students will be expected to complete the
following 23 to 25 credits:
The student outcomes for this concentration are based on the Teachers ENGL A450 Linguistics and Language Teaching 4
of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)/National Council ENGL A452 English Grammar and Language Teaching 4
for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Standards for P-12 EDSY A630 Language, Culture, and Teaching in
Teacher Education Programs. More information about these standards Secondary Schools 2
may be found at www.tesol.org/. Students who complete the Graduate EDSY A667A Middle/High School Second-Language
Certificate in Language Education will: Teaching I 3
1. Demonstrate understanding of language as a system and EDSY A667C Middle/High School Methods for Teaching
demonstrate a high level of competence in helping language English as a Second Language 2
learners acquire and use the new language in speaking, reading, EDFN A621 Culture, Language, and Literacy 3
and writing for social and academic purposes. EDFN A691 Current Topics in Second Language
2. Understand and apply concepts, theories, research, and practice to Education (1-3) 3
facilitate the acquisition of a primary and a new language in and EDFN A695E Internship: English for Speakers of
out of classroom settings. Other Languages (ESOL) 2-4*
3. Know, understand and use the major concepts, principles, theories, *The number of internship credits required varies based on faculty
and research related to the nature and role of culture in language advisor evaluation and approval of prior relevant experience.
development and academic achievement that support an 2. Meet the TESOL Standards for ESL teachers. This may require
individual student's learning and apply this knowledge to improve students to take additional credits beyond the minimum of 12
teaching and learning. required for a graduate certificate.
4. Know, understand, and use knowledge of how cultural groups and 3. Maintain an overall GPA of 3.00 in the program with no more
students' cultural identities affect language learning and school than one C in a required course.
achievement. 4. Complete a minimum of 12 credits for the certificate as well as
5. Know, understand, and apply concepts from research and best all coursework listed on the Graduate Studies Plan. The
practice to plan instruction in a supportive learning environment Graduate Studies Plan is developed with a faculty advisor,
for language learners. who will analyze previous experience and prior course work.
6. Understand various issues of measurement (e.g., equity, cultural
and linguistic bias; political, social, and psychological factors) in Note: As with all graduate certificates in the College of Education, coursework
assessment, IQ, and special education testing; the importance of applied to the certificate may apply to the MEd with faculty advisor approval.
standards; and the difference between language proficiency and
other types of assessment. INSTITUTIONAL RECOMMENDATION
7. Serve as a professional advocate and resource for language learners
Following are the requirements for an institutional recommendation for
and the community.
an ESL endorsement:
1. Professional Teacher Certificate or equivalent with a secondary
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS content endorsement.
1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates found at 2. Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution or
beginning of this chapter. foreign equivalent.
2. Document professional background (must meet one of the two 3. Completion of all program requirements as indicated above.
criteria): Alaska Certification Note: The State of Alaska Department of Education and
a. Hold or be eligible to hold a secondary teacher certificate, OR Early Development (EED) in Juneau awards endorsements. Graduates must
b. Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited meet all requirements specified by EED at the time of application for the
institution or foreign equivalent and document appropriate endorsement.
professional experience or personal background in the field of
English Language Learners (ELL). (See department for
specific requirements.) E. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE,
3. Provide a minimum of three references addressing the candidate's
potential for program success. SPECIAL EDUCATION
4. Submit a current resume. http://coe.uaa.alaska.edu/sped
5. Submit a writing sample including an educational goal statement. The Graduate Certificate in Special Education is designed for
6. Provide evidence of preparation in Language Analysis and individuals who want to become certificated special education teachers.
Awareness - for example, coursework such as LING A201, or This program expands teaching competencies by providing the theory,
ENGL A475 or equivalents. knowledge, and practical experience in special education needed to
serve children with disabilities and their families. Graduates of this
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS program are eligible for an institutional recommendation for (a) an
initial teaching certificate with a special education endorsement, or (b) a
1. Satisfy Graduate Certificate University Requirements found at the special education endorsement on an existing teaching certificate from
beginning of this chapter. the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (EED).
2. Complete program requirements below. Students who are admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Special
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Education may apply to the MEd in Special Education. Courses applied
to this certificate may also apply to the MEd in Special Education.
SPECIAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. Provide documentation of passing scores on the Praxis I or
other EED-approved basic skills test.
STUDENT OUTCOMES 2. Submit Interested Person Report.
Student outcomes for the Special Education Graduate Certificate 3. Complete up to 15 credits of prerequisite courses with a
program are based on the professional standards of the Council of minimum grade of B in each course. An advisor may waive one
Exceptional Children (CEC) located at: www.cec.sped.org . Students or more of the prerequisite courses if the applicant can
who complete this program will be able to: demonstrate completion of an equivalent course at another
1. Utilize a variety of assessments to identify specific areas of student regionally accredited institution or appropriate work experience
strengths and weaknesses and use the results to guide instruction. that meets the intent of the course goals and outcomes.
2. Individualize instruction to meet the specific needs of students EDEL A426 Teaching Mathematics in
with disabilities in inclusive settings. Elementary Schools 3
3. Support and promote inclusiveness and equity for students with EDFN A303 Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3
diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. EDSE A212 Human Development and Learning 3
4. Apply the legal and ethical principles associated with special EDSE A482 Inclusive Classrooms for All Children 3
education. EDSE A483 Language and Literacy: Assessment
5. Promote a positive social environment for all students, particularly and Interventions 3
those with significant emotional and/or behavioral disorders.
6. Develop and maintain an atmosphere of collaboration with
teachers, parents, administrators, and paraprofessionals.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
7. Critically analyze and apply principles of research. See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
8. Demonstrate literacy regarding theoretical perspectives associated Education section of this chapter.
with human development and learning.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted
1. Satisfy Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates found at students must have the technological knowledge and skills to
the beginning of this chapter. engage in distance learning.
2. Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution 1. Complete required courses (24 credits):
or foreign equivalent and have appropriate experience in the field of EDSE A610 Clinical Assessment: Eligibility and
special education. (See department for specific requirements). Program Planning 3
3. Provide transcripts documenting a minimum GPA of 3.00 in the EDSE A623 Language and Literacy: Best Practices
most recent 30 credits of academic coursework. in Assessment and Intervention 3
4. Submit a resume documenting educational experience and at least EDSE A624 Social/Emotional Development,
one year of appropriate, recent experience with children Assessment, and Intervention 3
experiencing disabilities at the developmental level in which the EDSE A625 Teaching Mathematics to Special
special education endorsement is sought. Learners 3
5. Submit an essay of 300-500 words addressing career goals and how EDSE A632 Special Education Law: Principles
the program relates to these goals. and Practices 3
6. Provide three letters of recommendation or rating forms from EDSE A634 Support and Supervision of
professional references. Paraeducators 3
7. Participate in an interview if requested by the department. EDSE A695E Advanced Internship in Special
Education: Elementary (3-6) 6
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS EDSE A695S
or
Advanced Internship in Special
1. Satisfy Graduate Certificate University Requirements found at the Education: Secondary (3-6)
beginning of this chapter.
2. Complete program requirements below. Note: Criminal history background clearance is required before the
internship. Background checks take up to five months to process, so
they must be initiated well in advance of the semester in which the
CONCENTRATIONS candidate enrolls in the internship.
There are two concentrations within the program leading to a Graduate 2. Complete a total of 24 credits for the graduate certificate
Certificate in Special Education: and application for an institutional recommendation for
a. Special Education with Initial Certification initial teacher certification with an endorsement in
b. Special Education Endorsement. special education.
The concentration one completes is based on the professional
background an applicant brings to the program.
b. Special Education Endorsement
Concentration, Graduate Certificate
a. Special Education with Initial Certification The Special Education Endorsement Concentration is for currently
certificated teachers who wish to add a special education
Concentration, Graduate Certificate endorsement to an existing teaching certificate.
The Special Education with Initial Certification Concentration is for
individuals with baccalaureate degrees who are not certificated
teachers, but have professional experience in working with
SPECIAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
children with disabilities. Individuals in this concentration will Provide documentation of a current teaching certificate.
need to take the Praxis II examination in a content area prior to
receiving an institutional recommendation for certification. BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
See Field Placements located at the beginning of the College of
Education section of this chapter.
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS FACULTY
This program includes courses delivered by distance. Admitted Jeff Bailey, Professor, AFJGB@uaa.alaska.edu
students must have the technological knowledge and skills to Robyn Bailey, Term Assistant Professor, AFRAB@uaa.alaska.edu
engage in distance learning. Susan Barstow, Term Assistant Professor, AFSDB2@uaa.alaska.edu
1. Complete one advisor-approved prerequisite course in Gretchen Bersch, Professor Emerita, AFGTB@uaa.alaska.edu
special education or provide documentation of other Liz Boario, Term Assistant Professor, ANLEB@uaa.alaska.edu
appropriate experience with children or adults with Ellen Brigham, Term Assistant Professor, AFETB1@uaa.alaska.edu
disabilities. Course may be taken concurrently with other Teresa Bunsen, Associate Professor, AFTDB@uaa.alaska.edu
program requirements. Cleo Burgett, Term Assistant Professor, AFCRB@uaa.alaska.edu
2. Complete required courses (24 credits): Robert Capuozzo, Assistant Professor, AFRMC2@uaa.alaska.edu
EDSE A610 Clinical Assessment: Eligibility Pat Chesbro, Term Assistant Professor & AEIN Project Director,
and Program Planning 3 AFPRC@uaa.alaska.edu
EDSE A623 Language and Literacy: Best Practices Claudia Dybdahl, Professor, AFCSD@uaa.alaska.edu
in Assessment and Intervention 3 Letitia Fickel, Professor, AFLCF@uaa.alaska.edu
EDSE A624 Social/Emotional Development, Micah Fierstein, Assistant Professor , AFMF@uaa.alaska.edu
Assessment, and Intervention 3 Susan Garton, Associate Professor, AFSCG@uaa.alaska.edu
EDSE A625 Teaching Mathematics to Special Bonny Headley, Term Assistant Professor, AFBCH@uaa.alaska.edu
Learners 3 Lee Henrikson, Term Assistant Professor, AFLMH@uaa.alaska.edu
EDSE A632 Special Education Law: Principles Tim Jester, Associate Professor, AFTEJ@uaa.alaska.edu
and Practices 3 Teresa Johnson, Assistant Professor & Director of Clinical Services & Certification,
EDSE A634 Support and Supervision of AFTMJ2@uaa.alaska.edu
Paraeducators 3 Dean Konopasek, Associate Professor, AFDEK4@uaa.alaska.edu
EDSE A695E Advanced Internship in Special Sunny Mall, Term Assistant Professor, AFALM@uaa.alaska.edu
Education: Elementary (3-6) 6 George Mastroyanis, Professor, AFGSM@uaa.alaska.edu
or Ed McLain, Associate Professor, AFEAM1@uaa.alaska.edu
EDSE A695S Advanced Internship in Special Kathleen O'Dell, Professor Emerita, AFKDO@uaa.alaska.edu
Education: Secondary (3-6) Paul Ongtooguk, Term Assistant Professor, AFPO@uaa.alaska.edu
3. Complete a total of 24 credits for the graduate certificate G. Andrew Page, Term Assistant Professor, AFGAP1@uaa.alaska.edu
and application for an institutional recommendation for Jane Pitcock, Term Assistant Professor, IFJCP@uaa.alaska.edu
a special education endorsement on an existing teaching Jim Powell, Associate Professor, AFJHP2@uaa.alaska.edu
certificate. Marc Robinson, Assistant Professor, MRobinson@matsu.alaska.edu
Debra Preston Russ, Associate Professor, AFDPR@uaa.alaska.edu
Hilary Seitz, Professor, AFHJS1@uaa.alaska.edu
INSTITUTIONAL RECOMMENDATION Jim Seitz, MAT Program Coordinator, AFJAS2@uaa.alaska.edu
Following are the requirements for an institutional Sheila Sellers, Term Assistant Professor, AFSRS1@uaa.alaska.edu
recommendation for a special education certificate or endorsement. Donna Gail Shaw, Professor/Associate Dean, AFDGS@uaa.alaska.edu
The candidate must have: Mary Snyder, Dean, ANMLS2@uaa.alaska.edu
Janet Steinhauser, Term Assistant Professor, ANJLS3@uaa.alaska.edu
1. Completed all applicable prerequisite courses with a
Allan Turner, Professor, AFAAT@uaa.alaska.edu
minimum grade of B.
Amina Turton, Assistant Professor,
2. Completed all required courses with a minimum overall GPA
of 3.00, with no grade lower than a C.
3. Earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited
institution, or foreign equivalent.
4. Completed internships and professional portfolio
documenting attainment of CEC standards.
5. Passed applicable examinations. For candidates in the Special
Education with Initial Certification Concentration, passing
scores on the Praxis I, or other EED-approved basic skills
examination, and the Praxis II are required. The passing
scores are established by EED. Elementary special education
teachers must take one of the Praxis II examinations
designated for elementary teachers; middle and high school
teachers must take one of the Praxis II examinations in
Mathematics, English, Science, or Social Studies.
Alaska Certification Note: The institutional recommendation for an initial
certificate with a special education endorsement will be at the level of the
internship. The institutional recommendation for special education
endorsement on an existing teaching certificate will be at the level of that
certificate. EED may have additional requirements for
certification/endorsement.
For those graduates receiving an initial certificate, prior to advancing to
the professional certificate, EED requires passing scores on two
performance reviews, completion of 3 credits of approved Alaska studies
coursework and 3 credits of approved multicultural/cross-cultural
communications coursework. See the EED web site for more information:
www.eed.state.ak.us.
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1. Earned baccalaureate degree in nursing from a program accredited
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission or
the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education .
SOCIAL WELFARE 2. Undergraduate (and graduate, if applicable) GPA of at least a 3.00
on a 4.00 scale.
3. Graduate Record Examination scores, including an Analytic
Writing score of 3.50 or higher.
4. Grade of 2.00 (C or higher) in an undergraduate research methods
course and a statistics course that covers descriptive and inferential
SCHOOL OF NURSING statistics.
Professional Studies Building (PSB), Room 103, (907) 786-4550 5. Licensure as a registered professional nurse in the State of Alaska
http://nursing.uaa.alaska.edu concurrent with enrollment in first clinical course.
6. The School of Nursing graduate admission application must be
Graduate studies at the master's level place primary emphasis upon submitted directly to the School of Nursing.
advanced professional nursing practice, theory, research, and health 7. Three letters of professional recommendation submitted directly to
care delivery systems. Students may develop a specialized practice the School of Nursing. References may be contacted by a member
focus in Health Care Administration, Nursing Education or as a Family of the admissions committee.
Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. 8. Professional portfolio.
Master's level studies provide the student with a basis for further study 9. Minimum of one year of half-time clinical experience as a
at the doctoral level. The graduate program is accredited by the registered nurse.
National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission (61 Broadway,
New York, NY 100006; (212) 363-5555 ext. 153). Graduates in the Family The following School of Nursing application submission deadlines are
Nurse Practitioner option are eligible to write the national certification recommend to ensure full processing of application:
examination for advanced professional practice as a family nurse November 1 Graduate study and/or clinical specialty
practitioner. Graduates of the Health Care Administration option are March 1 Graduate study and/or clinical specialty
eligible, after nurse executive practice, to write the national certification Applicants who meet the above criteria are considered for program
examination for advanced nursing administration. Graduates of the admission on a competitive basis. Meeting all admission criteria does
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Option are eligible to not guarantee admission. Neither does prior acceptance into graduate
write the national certification for advanced practice as a psychiatric- study status guarantee admission into the clinical nursing tracks.
mental health nurse practitioner-adult, or psychiatric and mental health Special consideration may be given to candidates with portfolios that
nurse practitioner-family. Graduates of the Nursing Education option document exceptional clinical experience and a proven record of
who have had two years of full-time academic teaching experience are professional contributions. To the extent that there are limited seats
eligible to take the NLN Certified Nurse Educator Examination. available in the program, preference may be given to residents of the
state of Alaska as defined by the university’s policy on residency for
PROGRAM OUTCOMES tuition purposes.
The graduate is prepared to:
1. Synthesize knowledge underlying advanced practice based on the ACADEMIC PROGRESS
current and changing health care environment. Students enrolled in the graduate degree programs must maintain at
2. Provide advanced clinical care to individuals, families, groups least a 3.00 (B) GPA in all required course work. Students must earn a
and/or communities in a variety of sociocultural contexts within grade of B or higher in all clinical courses. If a student earns less than
the graduate’s specialty. a B in a clinical course, that student must, with faculty
3. Evaluate data sets as a basis for clinical nursing interventions, recommendation and on a space-available basis, retake the course the
programs, and health care services. next time it is offered. A clinical course may be retaken only once. A
4. Collaborate with health professionals to improve nursing and student's graduate nursing program may include a maximum of two
health care. C grades. Grades below a C will not be applied to degree
5. Implement leadership strategies to improve health care delivery. requirements. Noncompliance with this policy will result in academic
6. Synthesize theory and research for application to advanced practice. probation, and possible dismissal from the program.
7. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
8. Analyze health system’s issues to promote health across populations.
9. Adhere to published ethical, legal, and professional standards of PART-TIME/FULL-TIME STUDY
practice. This program is designed to be completed in six semesters of part-
10. Articulate a plan for ongoing professional role development. time study, although students can take longer. Prior to being
formally admitted to graduate study, students may complete up to
MASTER OF SCIENCE, NURSING SCIENCE 9 credits of degree applicable course work, either UAA credit (with
permission of the instructor) or transfer credit. Students who are
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS not formally admitted will be allowed to register on a space-
available basis and with instructor permission.
UAA Admission Requirements For part-time students, admission to graduate study only is
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
recommended, with formal admission to a specialty track being
Master’s Degrees. The following application submission deadlines are
delayed until core course requirements have been completed.
recommended to ensure full processing of application and transcripts:
Enrollment in any clinical course requires formal admission to
December 15 for March 1 applicants graduate study and to the specialty track.
August 15 for November 1 applicants
School of Nursing Admission Requirements
Students applying to the Master of Science in Nursing Science must also
submit documentation of having met the following requirements:
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ADDITIONAL SCHOOL OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Option (32 credits)
All students enrolled in UAA nursing programs must provide: NS A601 Advanced Pathophysiology 3
NS A602 Advanced Health Assessment in
• Documentation of continuous current certification in Primary Care 3
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults, infants, and NS A610 Pharmacology for Primary Care 3
children; NS A670 Advanced Psychiatric/
• Evidence of satisfactory health status, including immunity to Mental Health Nursing I 5
chicken pox, rubella, rubeola, and hepatitis A and B (by titer), NS A671 Advanced Psychiatric/
documentation of Tdap (tetanus, diptheria, pertussis) Mental Health Nursing II 5
immunization within the past 10 years, annual PPD skin test or NS A672 Advanced Psychiatric/
health examination indicating freedom from active tuberculosis, Mental Health Nursing III 5
documentation of an annual HIV test (results not required); and NS A674 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental
• The results of a national-level criminal background check. Health Nursing IV 5
Electives Advisor approved 3
Students are required to provide their own transportation to clinical
sites. They are also responsible for their portion of the cost of audio- Health Care Administration Option (22-23 credits)
conferencing. Students must have access to a personal computer and NS A658 Public Health Policy 3
reasonable internet connectivity. All students are expected to have basic NS A681 Analysis of Health Services 3
computer and typing skills prior to entry into the nursing program, for NS A682 Administrative Services 3
example: NS A682L Administrative Services Field Work (Optional) 1
NS A695 Practicum in Health Care Administration 4
• Word processing (preferably MS Word)
Choose one of the following sets of 9 credits: 9
• Sending and receiving e-mail with attachments
Set 1
• Accessing and navigating the Internet/World Wide Web, and
PADM A610 Organizational Theory and
• Basic understanding of hardware, software, and operating systems.
Behavior (3)
PADM A624 Human Resources Administration (3)
SCHEDULING OF COURSES Electives Advisor approved (3)
Graduate nursing courses are offered in an alternative scheduling OR
Set 2
format consisting of intensive classroom sessions presented in short
BA A632 Organizational Behavior and
time blocks on the UAA campus and/or periodic class meetings
Human Resource Management (3)
throughout the semester that are available via computer and/or Electives Advisor approved (6)
audio-conference. Thus, it is possible for students who reside
outside of Anchorage to take advantage of the opportunity to Nursing Education Option (24 credits)
pursue graduate study at UAA. In addition, all students have the EDAE A655 The Adult Learner 3
opportunity to take advantage of clinical learning opportunities EDET A637 Design of e-Learning 3
NS A601 Advanced Pathophysiology 3
throughout the state, including both urban and rural settings.
NS A602 Advanced Health Assessment in
Primary Care 3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS NS A646 Curriculum Development, Teaching,
See the beginning of this chapter for University Requirements for and Learning in Nursing 3
Master’s Degrees. NS A647 Teaching Practicum in Nursing 3
Electives Advisor approved 6
3. A total of 40-50 credits is required for the degree.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
1. Complete the following required courses: THESIS OR PROJECT OPTION
NS A618 Role Development in Advanced Practice A total of 4 credits of either NS A696 Individual Project or NS A699
Nursing 2 Thesis, taken over two semesters, are required for the degree. Students
NS A619 Health Policy Issues in Advanced who are unable to complete the thesis or project after two semesters will
Practice Nursing 2 be required to complete the graduate continuous registration
NS A620 Nursing Research Methods 4 procedures (at the beginning of this chapter) and pay all fees.
NS A621 Knowledge Development for Advanced
Nursing Practice 3 Students who are unable to complete the thesis or project during these
HS/NS A625 Biostatistics for Health Professionals 3 three semesters will be required to register for 2 credits of NS A699,
Choose one of the following courses for a total of 4 credits Thesis or NS A696, Individual Project every semester thereafter
taken over two semesters 4 (excluding summer sessions) until the thesis or project is satisfactorily
NS A696 Individual Project (2) completed. In the event a student wants to work on the thesis or project
or during a summer semester, utilizing faculty and UAA resources, they
NS A699 Thesis (2) must get approval from their committee and register for a 1-credit
2. Complete one of the following options: independent study (P/F). The independent study credit does not count
towards the 4 required thesis or project credits. There is no limit to the
Family Nurse Practitioner Option (32 credits)
number of thesis or project credits that may be accrued; however, no
NS A601 Advanced Pathophysiology 3
more than 13 credits of thesis or project may be accrued without the
NS A602 Advanced Health Assessment in
student being required to take additional course work at the graduate
Primary Care 3
level.
NS A610 Pharmacology for Primary Care 3
NS A660 Family Nurse Practitioner I 4
There is no limit to the number of thesis or project credits that may be
NS A661 Family Nurse Practitioner II 5
accrued; however, no more than 13 credits of thesis or project may be
NS A662 Family Nurse Practitioner III 5
accrued without the student being required to take additional
NS A663 Family Nurse Practitioner IV 6
coursework at the graduate level. Specific requirements for additional
Electives Advisor approved 3
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coursework will be determined by the director of the Graduate earn a grade of 3.00 (B) or higher in all clinical courses. If a student earns
Program in Nursing, the coordinator of the specialty track, and the less than a B (3.00) in a clinical course, that student must, with faculty
thesis or project chair. recommendation and on a space-available basis, retake the course the next
time it is offered. A clinical course may be retaken only once. A student's
graduate certificate program may include a maximum of one C (2.00)
GRADUATE NURSING CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS grade. Grades below a C (2.00) will not be applied to degree requirements.
The graduate nursing certificate programs were designed for individuals Noncompliance with this policy will result in academic probation, and
who have previously acquired their master’s degree in nursing from a possible dismissal from the program.
regionally accredited institution with a nursing program accredited by a
nationally recognized accrediting agency (the National League for
Nursing Accrediting Commission or the Collegiate Commission on
ADDITIONAL SCHOOL OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS
Nursing Education), who wish to expand their nursing competencies or All students enrolled in UAA nursing certificate programs must provide:
practice to include the role of a family nurse practitioner, psychiatric- • Documentation of continuous current certification in
mental health nurse practitioner or nurse educator. cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults, infants, and
children;
The 15-29 credit graduate certificate curriculum builds on the student’s • Evidence of satisfactory health status, including immunity to chicken
prior master’s degree in nursing by integrating content from that degree pox, rubella, rubeola, and hepatitis A and B (by titer), documentation
with theory-based advanced practice nursing courses and specialty of Tdap (tetanus, diptheria, pertussis) immunization within the past
clinical practice. 10 years, annual PPD skin test or health examination indicating
freedom from active tuberculosis, documentation of an annual HIV
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS •
test (results not required); and
The results of a national level criminal background check.
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
Graduate Certificates. Students are required to provide their own transportation to clinical sites.
They are also responsible for their portion of the cost of audio-conferencing.
UAA Admission Requirements Students must have access to a personal computer and reasonable Internet
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for connectivity. All students are expected to have basic computer and typing
Graduate Certificates. The following application submission deadlines skills prior to entry into the nursing program, for example:
are recommended to ensure full processing of application and • Word processing (preferably MS Word);
transcripts: • Sending and receiving e-mail with attachments;
December 15 for March 1 applicants • Accessing and navigating the Internet/World Wide Web; and
August 15 for November 1 applicants • Basic understanding of hardware, software, and operating systems.
School of Nursing Admission Requirements GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students applying to the Master of Science in Nursing Science program See the beginning of this chapter for University requirements for Graduate
must also submit documentation of having met the following requirements: Certificates.
• Earned master’s degree in nursing (MN or MSN) from a school of
nursing accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting
Commission or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, FAMILY NURSE
• Graduate GPA of at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale. PRACTITIONER
Additional requirements for students applying for the Family Nurse The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Graduate Certificate for psychiatric
Practitioner or Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate nurse practitioners was developed for nurses who are already certified as
include: psychiatric nurse practitioners. This program expands their scope of
practice to assist them to acquire the theory, knowledge, and skills needed
• Current licensure as an advanced practice nurse in the state of to provide primary care for families. Courses and seminars are scheduled
Alaska, concurrent with enrollment in first clinical course. to allow students to attend classes with content specific to expand their
• Documentation of national certification as an advanced nurse specialty practice to include a family scope. The curriculum includes
practitioner. didactic, seminar, and approximately 720 clinical hours in practicum
course work. Students who successfully complete the graduate certificate
Applicants who meet the above criteria are considered for program program will be eligible to take the family nurse practitioner examination
admission on a competitive basis. Meeting all admission criteria does not offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the
guarantee admission. Neither does prior acceptance into graduate study American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) to become certified as
status guarantee admission into the clinical nursing tracks. Special an FNP. These examinations are given nationwide throughout the year.
consideration may be given to candidates with portfolios that document
exceptional clinical experience and a proven record of professional The FNP Graduate Certificate for primary care specialities was
contributions. To the extent that there are limited seats available in the developed for nurses who are already certified in one of the primary
program, preference may be given to residents of the state of Alaska as care nurse practitioner specialities (adult, child, or women). Students
defined by the university’s policy on residency for tuition purposes. who successfully complete it will be eligible to take the family nurse
practitioner examination offered by the ANCC, or the AANP to become
The School of Nursing will consider applications for the graduate certified as an FNP. These examinations are given nationwide
certificate during fall and spring semesters. Following are the deadlines throughout the year.
for submission to ensure full consideration by the admissions committee:
November 1 Graduate Certificate
March 1 Graduate Certificate GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, PSYCHIATRIC AND
ACADEMIC PROGRESS
MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
The Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMH) Graduate
Students enrolled in the graduate certificate program must maintain a Certificate for advanced nurse practitioners was developed for nurses
minimum of a 3.00 (B) GPA in all required course work. Students must
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who are already certified as advanced nurse practitioners. Students who
successfully complete the graduate certificate program will be eligible to
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, PSYCHIATRIC AND MENTAL
take the psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner examination HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER (PMH)
offered by the ANCC. This examination is given nationwide throughout
1. Complete the following required courses (20 credits):
the year.
NS A670 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health
Nursing I 5
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, NURSING EDUCATION NS A671 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health
Nursing II 5
This specialty certificate in nursing education is designed for nurses
NS A672 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health
who have previously acquired a minimum of a baccalaureate degree in
Nursing III 5
nursing and are seeking to develop advanced knowledge and skills in
NS A674 Advanced Psychiatric/Mental Health
order to teach in academic or clinical settings. The coursework leading
Nursing IV 5
to the certificate emphasizes instruction in teaching, program and
2. A total of 20 credits is required for the certificate.
course/development, implementation, and evaluation.
The curriculum is based on standards for master’s education outlined in
the Essentials for Master’s Education in Nursing published by the GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, NURSING EDUCATION
AACN (1996), as well as the newly developed Core Competencies of
Nurse Educators proposed by the National League for Nursing (NLN). 1. Complete the following required courses (15 credits):
EDAE A655 The Adult Learner 3
All courses for this certificate will be offered using either standard EDET A637 Design of e-Learning 3
classroom format or distance technologies, including but not limited to NS A646 Curriculum Development, Teaching, and
Blackboard web-based approaches, CD-ROMs, and audio-conferencing Learning in Nursing 3
or video-conferencing as appropriate and available. Teaching practica NS A647 Teaching Practicum in Nursing 3
may be completed in the student’s community, or in some cases may Elective Advisor approved 3
require visits to the UAA campus. Faculty may also validate teaching 2. A total of 15 credits is required for the certificate.
competencies through site visits and/or conference calls.
FACULTY
The 15-credit graduate certificate includes graduate-level coursework in
Jean Ballantyne, Director, AFJEB@uaa.alaska.edu
nursing education and in adult education, with practicum opportunities
Barbara Berner, Professor, AFBHB@uaa.alaska.edu
in classroom and clinical settings.
Elizabeth Campbell, Assistant Professor, AFEAC@uaa.alaska.edu
Bernice Carmon, Associate Professor, AFBWC@uaa.alaska.edu
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Lee Anne Eissler, Assistant Professor, AFLE@uaa.alaska.edu
Georgia Heiberger, Assistant Professor, AFGLH1@uaa.alaska.edu
Thomas Hendrix, Assistant Professor, AFTJH1@uaa.alaska.edu
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, FAMILY NURSE Jill Janke, Professor/Graduate Program Chair, AFJRJ@uaa.alaska.edu
Patricia Lynes-Hayes, Assistant Professor, AFPAL1@uaa.alaska.edu
PRACTITIONER (FNP) Susan Modlin, Associate Professor, AFSJM2@uaa.alaska.edu
1. Complete one of the following tracks: Angelia Morris, Assistant Professor, AFACM1@uaa.alaska.edu
Adult Nurse Practitioner (15 credits) Maureen O'Malley, Assistant Professor, AFMBO@uaa.alaska.edu
NS A660 Family Nurse Practitioner I 6 Nadine Parker, Assistant Professor, AFNP@uaa.alaska.edu
NS A661 Family Nurse Practitioner II 3 Jacqueline Pflaum, Professor/Associate Director, AFJSP@uaa.alaska.edu
NS A663 Family Nurse Practitioner IV 6 Anita Powell, Assistant Professor, AFAP1@uaa.alaska.edu
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (15 credits) Elizabeth Predeger, Professor, AFEAP@uaa.alaska.edu
NS A631 Family Nurse Practitioner Focus on Dianne Tarrant, Associate Professor, AFDLT1@uaa.alaska.edu
Women’s Health and Obstetrics I 2 Dianne Toebe, Associate Professor, AFDMT@uaa.alaska.edu
NS A635 Family Nurse Practitioner Focus on Shirley Valek-Wilson, Associate Professor, AFSV@uaa.alaska.ed
Women’s Health and Obstetrics II 2 Susan Wilson, Associate Professor, AFSFW@uaa.alaska.edu
NS A662 Family Nurse Practitioner III 5
NS A663 Family Nurse Practitioner IV 6
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (29 credits)
NS A601
NS A602
Advanced Pathophysiology
Advanced Health Assessment in
3 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
NS A610
Primary Care
Pharmacology for Primary Care
3
3
SCIENCES
NS A660 Family Nurse Practitioner I 4 Diplomacy Building (DPL), Room 405, (907)786-6565
NS A661 Family Nurse Practitioner II 5 http://health.uaa.alaska.edu/mph
NS A662 Family Nurse Practitioner III 5
NS A663 Family Nurse Practitioner IV
Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (15 credits)
6
MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH IN
NS A632 Family Nurse Practitioner Focus on
Pediatrics I 2
PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE
NS A636 Family Nurse Practitioner Focus on Public health embraces an ecological approach that recognizes the
Pediatrics II 2 interactions and relationships among multiple determinants of health.
NS A662 Family Nurse Practitioner III 5 Public health professionals typically take a community or population
NS A663 Family Nurse Practitioner IV 6 focus. Our graduate program prepares public health practitioners who
2. A total of 15-29 credits is required for the certificate. identify and assess needs of populations; plan, implement and evaluate
programs to address those needs; and otherwise assure conditions that
protect and promote the health of populations. The Master of Public
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Health (MPH) in Public Health Practice is an interdisciplinary degree 5. Facilitate the publication and dissemination of student and
designed to provide a broad background to meet the challenges of the faculty research.
diverse and complex field of public health, with a particular focus on 6. Strengthen and support student and faculty capacity for
the needs of Alaska and the circumpolar north. Students with conducting ethical research.
backgrounds in the natural sciences, social sciences, business, health
professions, human services, business, education and law have Workforce Development
successfully entered the field of public health at the graduate level. C. To provide an instructional program that enhances public health
education practice and strengthens the capacity of the existing
Both mid-career students and recent graduates may pursue their careers public health workforce.
with minimal disruption while working on the MPH degree, because all 1. Conduct needs and/or asset assessments of communities or
required courses are offered via distance format. Students are required professionals in region to determine needs for workforce
to attend one mandatory meeting in Anchorage each year, typically in capacity building.
conjunction with the Alaska Public Health Summit, and are expected to 2. Conduct continuing education programs that help meet the
communicate frequently with their MPH academic advisor. In-person needs determined in the assessments above.
oral defense of capstone thesis in Anchorage is also expected of the 3. Facilitate student collaboration with faculty to participate in
student at the end of the MPH program. community and continuing education.
4. Periodically evaluate the current program, student/faculty
This degree requires core courses in health education and behavioral perceptions and experiences.
sciences, environmental and occupational health, health management 5. Revise or enhance courses, the program, opportunities, and
and policy, biostatistics, and epidemiology. It also includes coursework resources based on an evolving body of knowledge and on
in research methods, program evaluation, circumpolar health issues and results of periodic evaluations.
management of public health emergencies and disasters, as well as the 6. Create and/or enhance mechanisms (media, pamphlets/fliers,
opportunity to create an individualized emphasis as the foundation for meetings, seminars, and others) to provide educational
the required capstone project. opportunities for education regarding ongoing and emerging
public health issues, especially those based on community
MPH MISSION STATEMENT concerns.
The MPH in Public Health Practice program at the University of Alaska 7. Provide student MPH opportunities in communities to
Anchorage enhances health in diverse communities across Alaska, the disseminate information and foster action on public health
circumpolar north, the nation, and the world. This is accomplished issues.
through excellence in the education of public health practice leaders,
scientific investigation of public health issues, and engaging Student Outcomes
communities in an organized effort to identify, assess, prevent, and D. To prepare public health professionals who can demonstrate
mitigate community health challenges. attainment of our MPH program competencies.
1. Give, solicit and receive oral, written, graphic and numerical
MPH PROGRAM GOALS AND PROGRAM-LEVEL information, taking into consideration target audience and
using a variety of mechanisms in both formal and informal
OBJECTIVES settings. [Competency: Communication]
2. Interact sensitively and professionally with individuals and
Based on national accreditation criteria and quality standards, the
communities with diverse characteristics. [Competency:
program goals are:
Diversity and cultural proficiency]
3. Create and communicate a shared vision to improve the
Service public's health.
A. To provide leadership and service to enhance public health practice 4. Develop and champion solutions to population health
at the local, state, national and international levels. challenges.
1. Provide expertise to public health agencies and organizations 5. Demonstrate ethical choices, values and professional practices
in the surrounding region in order to find innovative implicit in public health decisions, giving consideration to the
solutions to existing public health problems. effect of choices on community stewardship, equity, social
2. Promote collaboration with a variety of public and private justice and accountability, as well as to commit to personal
agencies in the rural areas and the surrounding region to meet and institutional development. [Competency: Professionalism
current and future public health practice needs. and ethics]
3. Provide leadership to national, regional, and state public 6. Design, develop, implement and evaluate strategies and
health and community health education professional interventions to improve individual and community health.
organizations. [Competency: Program planning and assessment]
7. Recognize dynamic interactions among human and social
systems and how they affect the relationships among
Teaching and Research individuals, groups, organizations and communities.
B. To develop an academic public health program that contributes to and [Competency: Systems thinking]
helps train students and support faculty to participate in conducting 8. Utilize biostatistics in the practice of public health.
and translating the growing body of knowledge to enhance the health [Competency: Biostatistics]
of communities and strengthen evidence-based public health practice. 9. Design, develop, implement and evaluate approaches for
1. Support a local and global research agenda through enhanced assessing, preventing and controlling environmental hazards
international collaboration and increased graduate student that pose risks to human health and safety. [Competency:
involvement in research. Environmental health]
2. Increase the opportunities for students to participate in and 10. Utilize epidemiological skills for informing scientific, ethical,
learn from faculty-directed research designed to inform economic, and public health policy decisions on health issues.
public health decision-making. [Competency: Epidemiology]
3. Facilitate qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method research. 11. Understand the main components and issues of the
4. Stimulate innovative, crosscutting, interdisciplinary research organization, financing and delivery of health services and
(grounded in the ecological model) that will help solve public public health systems in the US. [Competency: Health policy and
health problems. management]
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12. Understand the role of social, behavioral and community
factors in both the onset and solution of public health
CANDIDACY REQUIREMENTS
problems. [Competency: Social and behavioral science]. See the section Advancement to Candidacy at the beginning of this chapter.
Environment GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
E. To create an environment where diverse faculty, students, and staff See University Requirements for Master's Degrees at the beginning of
work collaboratively and respectfully to promote public health. this chapter.
1. Maintain a diverse student body that reflects the diversity of
the region we serve.
2. Maintain a student body with diverse educational and
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
professional backgrounds. 1. Complete the MPH core courses (33 credits total):
3. Provide a multi-disciplinary, ethnically diverse, and HS A605 Public Health and Society 3
experienced public health faculty and staff. HS A610 Environmental and Occupational Health 3
4. Provide students with contact and involvement with diverse HS A615 Health Services Administration 3
communities and peoples within and outside the MPH Program, HS/NS A625 Biostatistics for Health Professionals 3
that provide and/or enhance knowledge and experience. HS/NS A626 Principles of Epidemiology 3
5. Annually monitor and continually evaluate processes for HS/SWK A628 Program Evaluation 3
recruitment and admission into the program. HS A629 Public Health Research Tools and Methods 4
HS A630 Public Health Emergencies and Disasters 3
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM FEE HS A690 Selected Topics in Public Health (1-4) 3
HS A699 Thesis Practicum 5
A professional program fee is required of all students in the MPH
2. Complete the interdisciplinary emphasis (9 credits total):
program in addition to course tuition fees, lab fees, course material fees,
Three focused public health-related elective courses at the
and student activity fees. The professional program fee is a sum equal to
600-level (graduate) with advisor approval. 9
50 percent of resident tuition, and is charged upon enrollment in MPH
3. A total of 42 credits are required for the degree.
courses. The fee contributes directly to program support.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FACULTY
Betty J. Buchan, Assistant Professor, Betty.Buchan@uaa.alaska.edu
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
Gabriel Garcia, Assistant Professor, AFGMG3@uaa.alaska.edu
Master's Degrees. In addition, students should also meet the following
Liz Hodges Snyder, Assistant Professor
criteria when applying for admission to the MPH program:
Rhonda M. Johnson, Associate Professor/MPH Coordinator,
1. Have earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited
Rhonda.Johnson@uaa.alaska.edu
institution in the United States, or a foreign equivalent.
Jenny Miller, Assistant Professor, AFVLM@uaa.alaska.edu
2. Have a GPA of at least 3.00 (B average on a 4.00 scale) in their
Nancy Nix, Assistant Professor, AFNAN@uaa.alaska.edu
baccalaureate degree.
Richard A. Windsor, Presidential Professor of Public Health, sphraw@gwumc.edu
3. Submit documentation indicating a grade of 2.00 (C or higher) in
an introductory statistics course which covers descriptive and
inferential statistics.
4. Provide copies of one or more substantial professional writing
5.
samples.
Submit an essay explaining how and why obtaining the MPH
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
degree would contribute to the student's career goals. Gordon Hartlieb Hall (GHH), Room 106, (907) 786-6900
6. Completed applications are reviewed twice each year. The http://socialwork.uaa.alaska.edu
Department of Health Sciences deadlines are March 1 for fall
admission and October 1 for spring admission. UAA admission The mission of the UAA Master of Social Work program is to prepare
must be successfully processed before the Department of Health advanced generalist social workers who enhance human well-being and
Sciences will consider an application complete. The UAA process promote social and economic justice for people of all backgrounds,
may take as long as four months, so applicants are encouraged to particularly those in Alaska. Alaska's unique and rich multicultural
apply to the university first and early. populations, geographic remoteness, and frontier status allow the real
potential for skilled social work professionals to make a profound
Note also that: impact on social and economic injustice in our state. The MSW program
1. To the extent that there are limited positions available in the program, is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The
preference may be given to residents of the state of Alaska as defined program is reviewed by CSWE for reaffirmation on a regular basis.
by the university's policy on residency for tuition purposes.
2. Preference may also be given to applicants with two or more years Based upon the mission established for the MSW program, the program
work experience in the field of public health. Such applicants must goals are to prepare advanced generalist social work practitioners who
submit documentation of their public health-related work experience, are:
and a request for special consideration to the admissions committee. • Competent in multiple practice roles across client systems,
particularly within the state of Alaska.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS • Committed to the enhancement of human well-being.
• Committed to the promotion of social and economic justice for
In order to maintain satisfactory academic progress toward the degree, a
people of all backgrounds, particularly those in Alaska.
student in the MPH program is expected to complete a minimum of 6
• Guided by the values and ethical standards of the social work
semester credits each academic year, beginning with the first semester of
profession.
enrollment. For satisfactory academic progress, the 6 semester credits may
• Prepared to enhance the quality of service delivery systems.
consist of prerequisite courses or program courses. Failure to comply with
• Knowledgeable, skillful, and sensitive with people from diverse
the 6 credit minimum each academic year may result in the student being
backgrounds.
removed from the degree program. See the beginning of this chapter for
additional requirements to remain in good standing, and to maintain
satisfactory academic progress toward the degree.
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MSW program admission and curriculum requirements are consistent 7. A minimum of 45 semester credits or 68 quarter credits which in
with MSW licensing requirements in the state of Alaska. The MSW total reflect the courses identified in the above list of liberal arts
program does not grant social work course credit for life experience or classes. The remaining earned academic credits can be distributed
previous work experience. in any combination of course work.
The MSW degree is structured to allow students to participate in full-time, As part of the liberal arts preparation, the MSW program has
part-time, or distance education plans requiring from one to four years of established the following three specific prerequisites to admission: prior
study, dependent upon prior academic preparation for graduate studies in coursework in human biology (one course); human development over
social work. The foundation curriculum is comprised of 32 semester credits the entire life span (one course); and applied statistics (one course). The
and is required for students who have not earned a baccalaureate degree in human biology and human development courses provide educational
social work from an accredited program within the last seven years. The background for understanding the bio-pyscho-social determinants of
foundation curriculum is sequenced to provide professional preparation human behavior. The applied statistics course provides exposure to
for advanced generalist social work education. All students will waive, test objective knowledge development. A minimum grade of C is required
out, or successfully complete all courses required in the foundation for each of the prerequisite courses.
curriculum of the program. Students who have earned a Bachelor of Social
Work from a CSWE accredited program within the past seven years and Admission to the MSW degree program is based on the professional
who are judged to be ready for advanced graduate studies may be judgment of the social work faculty. Only students eligible to be
admitted with advanced placement to the concentration curriculum. The licensed in the state of Alaska will be admitted to the MSW degree
concentration curriculum is comprised of 31 credits and is required for all program. Please contact the department for further information.
MSW students. All students entering the program will have an official
graduate studies plan tailored to meet their own educational needs.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS
To maintain satisfactory progress toward the degree, a student in the
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK MSW program is expected to achieve a GPA of 3.00 or better on a 4.00
scale, with no individual course grade lower than a C, and to adhere to
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers.
1. Deadline for application: January 15. This is the only application Students must earn a grade of B or better in all field practicum courses
date for the year. Admission review is performed once a year (SWK A644, SWK A645, SWK A646, SWK A647, SWK A639).
following the January 15 deadline for application.
2. Submit UAA graduate application for admission with fee and meet Field placements may become competitive if the number of applicants
requirements found at the beginning of this chapter. exceeds the number of spaces. The program and agencies also reserve
3. Submit complete undergraduate transcripts demonstrating an the right to refuse and/or terminate students who do not meet a
earned bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. minimum standard of performance. Thus, while the School of Social
4. Submit the complete MSW admissions packet, available through Work makes every effort to find appropriate field placements for
the School of Social Work. students, admittance to the MSW program does not guarantee
5. Admission to the MSW program with advanced standing status acceptance by cooperating social services agencies.
must be exercised within seven years of receiving the BSW degree.
6. Successful completion of Departmental Honors in Social Work in the
UAA BSW Program earns the right to waive a regular review of an
TRANSFER CREDITS
admission packet to the foundation curriculum of the Master of Social Up to 9 semester credits from a CSWE-accredited MSW program may
Work program. Students are responsible for completing a UAA be transferred to UAA and counted toward degree completion. Quarter
Graduate Application for Admission and a program application for credits will be converted to semester credits by multiplying quarter
admission to the MSW program. The application packet should be credits by two-thirds.
submitted to the MSW Admissions Committee by the application
deadline, with request to waive the regular review process. Admission CANDIDACY FOR A MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
to the full program will be granted if the applicant meets all of the
requirements for departmental honors. Honors students interested in DEGREE
admission with advanced standing must apply for this status. 1. Refer to Advancement to Candidacy criteria found at the
The MSW program reserves the right to request additional materials and/or beginning of this chapter.
interviews pertaining to program admission. 2. Submit the Application for Advancement to Candidacy packet
available through the School of Social Work.
3. Successfully complete MSW comprehensive examination, given in
LIBERAL ARTS REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSIONS the Advanced Generalist Integrative Seminar (SWK A635) during
The MSW program requires that all incoming students have successfully spring semester of the concentration year of the program.
completed a baccalaureate degree in the liberal arts from an accredited
institution of higher learning. The liberal arts baccalaureate should
include successful coursework in the following areas:
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
1. See the beginning of this chapter for University Requirements for
1. Two university courses in the humanities (history, philosophy,
Master’s Degrees.
languages, literature, or similar disciplines);
2. Successful completion of research project (SWK A698).
2. Two university courses in the social sciences (political sciences,
3. Successful completion of all required academic coursework
sociology, anthropology, psychology, or similar disciplines, see note
specified on the Official Graduate Studies Plan, with a GPA of 3.00
below concerning human development);
or better, no course grade lower than a C, and no practicum course
3. One university course in the fine arts (music, theater, art
grade lower than a B (SWK A644, SWK A645, SWK A646,
appreciation or similar disciplines);
SWK A647, SWK A639).
4. One university course in oral communication;
5. One university course in written communication;
6. Two university courses in the natural sciences and/or mathematics PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
(biology, chemistry, physics, geology, astronomy or from similar The following outlines course requirements for the full-time program
disciplines; algebra, calculus, trigonometry, statistics, or similar plan. Students admitted to the program on a part-time basis or in the
disciplines, see notes below concerning human biology and statistics). distance-delivered program take from 2 to 7 credits each semester: fall,
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spring, and summer, for two to four years dependent upon prior skills for clinical social work practice and partially preparing students for
academic preparation. A copy of the part-time program plan is available licensure as a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Alaska. Courses
from the School of Social Work. are offered on a two-year rotation, including evening, weekend and
1. Foundation Curriculum: Complete, test-out, or waive the summer intensives. Group supervision courses are offered between
following required courses in the foundation sequence: January and December, meeting weekly for 1.25 hours. Students must be
in post-MSW practice to participate in group supervision. Application
Fall - Year One 16 credits deadline is November 15 for a spring semester start date.
SWK A630 Practice Skills Lab 1
SWK A631 Foundation Practice 3
SWK A632 Direct Practice I 3
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
SWK A642 Human Behavior in the Social Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Social Work Practice
Environment 3 must:
SWK A643 Human Diversity in Social Work Practice 3 1. Be in the concentration year of the UAA MSW program or have
SWK A644 Generalist Practicum I 3 completed an MSW degree from a program accredited by the
Spring - Year One 16 credits Council on Social Work Education (CSWE);
SWK A607 Social Welfare Policy 2. Have a cumulative graduate grade average of B (3.00 on a 4.00 scale);
and Services 3 3 Provide a written summary of social work practice experience and
SWK A624 Foundation Research Methods 4 career goals; and
SWK A636 Community Practice 3 4 Be eligible for licensure in Alaska.
SWK A645 Generalist Practicum II 3
Graduate-level Social Work elective. 3 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS
2. Concentration Curriculum: Total = 15 credits:
Fall - Year Two 15 credits 1. Required courses (7 credits):
SWK A608 Social Policy for Advanced Generalist SWK A663 Clinical Social Work with Children and
Practice 3 Adolescents 2
SWK/HS A628 Program Evaluation 3 SWK A651 Social Work Practice in Addictions and
SWK A633 Direct Practice II 3 Mental Health 3
SWK A634 Organizational Practice 3 SWK A664 Clinical Social Work with Adults 2
SWK A646 Advanced Generalist Practicum I 3 2. Plus completion of 8 credits from the following: 8
SWK A656 Treatment of Families (3)
Spring - Year Two 16 credits
SWK A672 Social Work with Families
SWK A635 Advanced Generalist Integrative Seminar 3
and Couples (2)
SWK A647 Advanced Generalist Practicum II 4
SWK A665 Comparative Group Work (3)
SWK A698 MSW Research Project 3
SWK A667 Clinical Group Therapy (2)
Graduate-level Social Work elective. 3
SWK A668 Group Supervision I (1)
Graduate-level Social Work elective. 3
SWK A669 Group Supervision II (1)
3. A minimum of 31 credits is required for the Master of Social SWK A670 Group Supervision III (1)
Work degree.
A total of 6 credits of electives to pursue professional emphasis may be selected CERTIFICATE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
from outside the School of Social Work offerings. Only 400- and 600-level courses
Students enrolled in the graduate certificate program are required to
approved by the MSW faculty advisor and program coordinator may count toward
complete the curriculum requirements with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or
graduate program requirements. Courses at the 500 level are not applicable toward
better.
the MSW degree requirements. No more than 3 credits at the 400 level may be
counted toward the MSW degree requirements. Contact the School of Social Work
for a full list of available electives and scheduled class offerings. STUDENT OUTCOMES
The program is designed to expand the diversity of clinical experiences and
RESEARCH PROJECT allows students to increase confidence in their clinical judgment through
clinical supervision. The program provides the opportunity for students to
All students are required to complete a research project (SWK A698) in the
enhance their practice skills and to mature in their professional use of self.
concentration year of study. The project is an opportunity for the student to
In the program the students demonstrate their abilities to:
conduct an original research project under the guidance of a faculty
member. Students attend a seminar to facilitate the process. The research • Practice within the legal and ethical parameters of the profession.
process includes formulating the research question, conducting a literature • Identify clients who are at risk and intervene properly.
review, designing and conducting the study, analyzing the data, writing the • Apply a variety of theories and use a variety of methods in their
research report, and disseminating the results to faculty, fellow students, practice.
and the practice community. Students are expected to comply with UAA • Maintain integrity in all aspects of their practice.
policies and procedures for the protection of human subjects. • Define their professional stance vis-à-vis the realities of the practice
environment.
• Define and accept their practice limitations.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN CLINICAL SOCIAL • Develop a concept and a plan for their future professional
development.
WORK PRACTICE
The Graduate Certificate in Clinical Social Work Practice prepares MSW
graduates to practice clinical social work using social work principles
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SOCIAL WORK
and methods to assist in the treatment of mental and emotional
conditions of individuals, families or groups. The certificate includes the
MANAGEMENT
option of 50 hours of post-MSW group supervision of clinical social work The Graduate Certificate in Social Work Management prepares MSW
practice. The 15-credit graduate certificate uses the MSW program graduates to be managers in social service settings. Students develop
elective sequence as a platform for developing advanced knowledge and advanced knowledge and skills in organizational practice, supervisory
management, leadership and decision making, marketing in the social
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sector, financial resource development, budgeting and fiscal management.
The curriculum is based on the Leadership and Management Practice
Standards established by the National Network for Social Work Managers.
COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL
Application deadline is November 15 for a spring semester start date.
COLLEGE
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Social Work Management must:
1. Be in the concentration year of the UAA MSW program or have
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, DIETETIC INTERNSHIP
completed an MSW degree from a program accredited by the CSWE; Lucy Cuddy Hall (CUDY) 126 (907) 786-4728
2. Have a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.00 (B average on a 4.00 scale); www.uaa.alaska.edu/ctc/culinary/programs/dietetic
3. Provide a written summary of social work practice experience and
career goals. The UAA Dietetic Internship, with a concentration emphasis on Alaska
Native culture and Alaska healthcare delivery systems, developmentally
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
(CADE), offers the supervised practice experience required by the
Total = 15 credits: American Dietetic Association (ADA) to sit for the Registered Dietitian
1. MSW Required Course (3 credits): (RD) examination. The UAA Dietetic Internship offers unique
SWK A634 Organizational Practice 3 experiences as it places emphasis on awareness of the cultural diversities
2. MSW Elective Courses (12 credits): of Alaska and how they affect the practice of dietetics.
SWK A654 Supervisory Management in
Social Work 3 The UAA Dietetic Internship is a highly competitive, full-time, 40-hour
SWK A659 Leadership and Decision Making per week program. The program begins in the fall semester and runs
in Social Work 3 mid-August through mid-April. The students partake a total of 15
SWK A660 Financial Leadership for graduate credit hours through attending a weekly seminar at UAA and
Social Work Administrators 2 by completing their supervised practicum experience at rotation sites in
SWK A661 Marketing in the Social Sector 2 Anchorage and the surrounding communities.
SWK A662 Financial Resource Development for
Social Services 2
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
CERTIFICATE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS At the completion of this program, students are able to:
Admitted students are required to complete the curriculum requirements • Demonstrate ability to adapt to the ever-changing scientific,
for the graduate certificate with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or better. technical and professional environment, including knowledge of
public policy, legislative issues, ethics and lifelong learning.
[Professional skills]
STUDENT OUTCOMES • Practice communicating effectively through the development of
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Social Work Management will writing, speaking, listening, and problem solving skills.
be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to perform [Communication skills]
organizational social work practice roles using multiple interventions • Integrate efficient and effective use of techniques and tools for
directed at multiple levels. They will be able to: managing foodservice systems in a variety of situations.
[Foodservice management]
• Demonstrate the role of leadership and decision making in social
• Apply knowledge and skills in medical nutrition therapy in a
service organizations; variety of settings. [Clinical nutrition]
• Apply supervisory management skills at multiple levels within an • Design interventions to combine knowledge and skills in
organization; community nutrition that enhance health and promote wellness.
• Integrate budget development and fiscal analysis into social [Community nutrition]
services program planning; • Recognize the impact of Alaska Native culture and Alaska's unique
• Utilize social sector marketing concepts to enhance the mission of healthcare delivery system on the practice of dietetics in Alaska.
their respective programs and organizations; and [Specialty emphasis]
• Design and implement financial resource development plans for • Pass (national) registration examination, over a five-year period, on
social programs/social service agencies. the first attempt 80 percent of the time.*
• Achieve a knowledge-based score of at least "satisfactory" on
FACULTY evaluation by employers of alumni.*
Mary Dallas Allen, Assistant Professor • Indicate feelings of being "well-prepared" for practice as a
Tracey Burke, Associate Professor, tkburke@uaa.alaska.edu registered dietitian (program alumni).*
Patrick Cunningham, Associate Professor, AFPMC@uaa.alaska.edu *These outcomes are required by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics
Janet Emerman, Clinical Professor, BSW Field Coordinator, janet@uaa.alaska.edu Education, the accrediting body for the UAA DI.
Mel Henry, Clinical Associate Professor, melhenry@uaa.alaska.edu
Eva Kopacz, Professor/MSW Field Coordinator, AFEYK1@uaa.alaska.edu Upon successful completion of all parts of the dietetic internship,
Randy Magen, Professor/MSW Program Coordinator, magen@uaa.alaska.edu students are given an ADA Verification Statement showing completion
Gene Mangiardi, Clinical Associate Professor, ANGJM@uaa.alaska.edu of the internship. With the Verification Statement graduates can apply
Chad Morse, Clinical Professor, AFCEM@uaa.alaska.edu to take the RD examination.
Elizabeth A. Sirles, Professor/Director, sirles@uaa.alaska.edu
Kathi Trawver, Assistant Professor, AFKRT@uaa.alaska.edu ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
Graduate Certificates.
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ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENTAL ADMISSION education at the secondary and postsecondary level. Face-to-face and
distance delivery options meet the learning needs of students while
REQUIREMENTS making instruction available statewide. Internships are available for
students interested in updating their skills in an aspect of industry. Each
1. The application process adheres to the deadlines and procedures
student's program is jointly designed by the student and a faculty advisor.
outlined by the American Dietetic Association. For the current year
deadlines see the Dietetic Internship website: http://di.uaa.alaska.edu.
Upon completion the graduate will be able to:
2. Baccalaureate degree (minimum) in dietetics or foods and nutrition.
3. Didactic Program in Dietetics Verification Statement within the • Defend a philosophy of career and technical education using
past five years. Fulfill remedial education requirements (available literature and personal experience.
upon request) if no coursework or work experiences in dietetics in • Facilitate discussions on and advocate for or argue against career
five years prior to program admission. and technical education.
4. GPA of 3.00 or higher (4.00 scale). • Design and implement curriculum using methodology that meets
5. Evidence of ability and willingness to work productively (prior the needs of diverse learners.
work or volunteer experience). • Develop, organize, and critically analyze research for a specific
6. Current resume and three letters of recommendation (one must be audience.
from an employer and one must be from a professor or academic • Apply leadership and management theory through research and
advisor). practice in organizations.
7. Participation in the D & D Digital Systems matching process for • Incorporate technology to facilitate learning.
dietetic internships (www.dnddigital.com/ada).
8. Provide documentation of all necessary immunizations required to
work in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
9. Provide documentation of all necessary security background 1. See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
checks to meet state and federal requirements. Master's Degrees.
10. Provide documentation of necessary insurance coverage required 2. Complete a writing exercise.
to work in hospitals and healthcare facilities. 3. Participate in a program interview with faculty advisor.
11. Acceptance into the program may become competitive if the number
of applicants exceeds the number of intern spaces available. This GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
program currently accepts four to five interns each academic year. 1. See the beginning of this chapter for University Requirements for
Master's Degrees.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 2. Complete 36 credits of approved coursework (up to 9 credits may
be at the 400 level).
See the beginning of this chapter for Graduate Certificate University
3. Complete, present, and obtain approval from graduate committee
Requirements.
for individual research project or thesis.
4. Pass an oral or written examination based on the core program of
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS study.
1. Complete the following courses:
DN A692A Seminar: Current Issues in Dietetics: PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Clinical and Community Nutrition 2 1. Develop an Official Graduate Studies Plan with faculty
DN A692B Seminar: Current Issues in Dietetics: advisor and obtain approval before completion of more
Community Nutrition and Foodservice than 9 credits of coursework.
Administration 1 2. Complete the Career and Technical Education core
DN A695C Practicum in Clinical Nutrition 4 courses (12 credits):
DN A695D Practicum in Community Nutrition 2 CTE A611 Historical and Philosophical Foundations
DN A695E Advanced Practicum in Community of Career and Technical Education 3*
Nutrition 2 CTE A633 Current Issues in Career and Technical
DN A695F Practicum in Foodservice Administration 4 Education 3
2. A total of 15 credits is required for this certificate CTE A643 Teaching in Career and Technical Education 3
CTE A655 Curriculum Assessment in Career and
FACULTY Technical Education 3
Carrie King, Assistant Professor, AFDCK@uaa.alaska.edu *If credit was earned for CTE A411 Historical and Philosophical
Foundations of Career and Technical Education, students must
substitute a 3-credit, CTE 600-level course approved by the advisor
for CTE A611.
3. Complete a component in human resources and leadership
CAREER AND TECHNICAL using one of the following courses (3 credits):
BA A632 Organizational Behavior and Human 3
EDUCATION EDL A637
Resource Management (3)
Educational Leadership and
Organizational Behavior (3)
MASTER OF SCIENCE, CAREER AND TECHNICAL PADM A610 Organizational Theory and Behavior (3)
Other human resources/leadership class with approval
EDUCATION 4.
by faculty adviser (3)
Complete a technology education component using one of
University Center (UC), Room 130, (907) 786-6423 the following courses (3 credits):
www.uaa.alaska.edu/ctc/career/mscte.cfm EDET A637 Design of e-Learning (3) 3
EDET A638 Facilitation of Learning with Technology (3)
The Master of Science in Career and Technical Education program at UAA Other technology course with approval by faculty advisor (3)
provides instruction for teachers, administrators, industry trainers, and 5. Complete the following research courses (9 credits):
workforce development professionals specializing in career and technical EDRS A660 Fundamentals of Research in Education 2
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EDRS A664 Developing and Writing Literature Reviews 2
Another research course with approval by faculty advisor
CTE A698 Individual Research (1-6)
2
3
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
or
CTE A699 Thesis (1-6) The School of Engineering offers graduate degrees in Arctic engineering,
6. Complete 9 credits of electives jointly selected with the 9 civil engineering, engineering management, science management,
graduate advisor. Electives may be in a technical area. applied environmental science and technology, and project management.
7. A total of 36 credits is required for the degree. The three engineering degree programs require a baccalaureate degree in
engineering for admission while the two science degree programs require
a baccalaureate degree in science as an entrance requirement. The Project
FACULTY Management program requires a baccalaureate degree in engineering,
Deanna Schultz, Assistant Professor, AFSAS3@uaa.alaska.edu
science, or equivalent areas. The graduate offerings of the School of
Sally Spieker, Assistant Professor, AFDDS@uaa.alaska.edu
Engineering are scheduled to accommodate evening students. As a result
the graduate programs normally require two or more years for
completion. A project or thesis may be required as a part of each graduate
program within the School of Engineering.
APPLIED ENVIRONMENTAL
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Engineering Building (ENGR), Room 201, (907) 786-1900
www.engr.uaa.alaska.edu/programs/environmental
The graduate program in applied environmental science & technology
(AEST) is designed for students seeking careers as environmental
professionals in the academic, regulatory, industrial, military, or
consulting sectors. The program is interdisciplinary in nature, and
encourages candidates to develop an understanding of environmental
principles through advanced studies in biology, chemistry, geology,
statistics and environmental engineering.
This program offers a graduate certificate and two degree options:
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, ENVIRONMENTAL
REGULATIONS AND PERMITTING
The UAA Graduate Certificate in Applied Environmental Science &
Technology (AEST) program offers a cohesive sequence of courses in key
federal environmental laws and regulations and federal and state
environmental permitting. The series is intended to provide specialized
education to enhance the knowledge and practical understanding of
environmental regulations and the permitting process. Upon completion
of the certificate program, students will have specialized knowledge and
skills applicable to Alaska and other areas in the United States.
STUDENT OUTCOMES
Students will be able to:
1. Apply the principles and requirements of major federal
environmental laws and regulations, including the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA),
and state laws and regulations to projects, policy changes and
other applicable activities,
2. Synthesize practical challenges facing applicants, policy-makers,
agency personnel and the public in working with federal and state
laws and regulations,
3. Understand the environmental data needs and data management
options associated with federal and state permitting requirements
for proposed development projects,
4. Specify NEPA, CWA and other state and federal permitting
requirements for Alaska-based projects,
5. Understand and anticipate the positions and interests of various
Alaska stakeholders (including government policy-makers, agency
personnel, industry, municipalities, nongovernmental organizations
and the general public) to facilitate conflict resolution potentially
encountered during the regulatory and permitting process.
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• An ability to conduct advanced environmental science research
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND RELATED GRADUATE (MS-AEST option only); and
CERTIFICATE POLICIES • An ability to manage projects and function in a professional
environment.
See the beginning of this chapter for Graduate Certificates University
Admissions Requirements. Admission to the Environmental Regulations
and Permitting Graduate Certificate Program requires that a student ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
must have earned a Bachelor of Science in a science or engineering See the Admissions Requirements for Master’s Degrees at the beginning
discipline from an accredited institution in the United States or a foreign of this chapter. In addition, students must meet the requirements
equivalent. specified below.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS In order to be considered for full admission into the program, students
will be able to demonstrate:
See the beginning of this Chapter for Graduate Certificates University
Graduation Requirements. • Successful completion of a Bachelor of Science degree from a
regionally accredited undergraduate program;
• A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 in the natural/physical
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS sciences or engineering;
Students must complete the first three courses before they may enroll in • Successful completion of two or more consecutive semesters (or
the Environmental Permitting Project (fourth) course. Complete the equivalent) in two of the following subject areas: chemistry,
following requirements (12 credits): physics, biology, or geology;
AEST A604 Environmental Law, Regulations and • Successful completion of one or more year of calculus; and
Permitting 3 • Satisfactory verbal and quantitative GRE scores as determined by
AEST A605 National Environmental Policy Act 3 the admissions committee. The general GRE requirement may be
AEST A606 Clean Water Act 3 waived at the discretion of the admissions committee for applicants
AEST A607 Environmental Permitting Project 3 with five or more years of professional experience in environmental
engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
FACULTY In most instances, undergraduate degrees in the physical sciences, life
Nyrée McDonald, Assistant Professor, AFNVM@uaa.alaska.edu sciences, or engineering will provide sufficient background to meet
course prerequisites. Students without the appropriate background to
MASTER OF SCIENCE APPLIED ENVIRONMENTAL meet course prerequisites may be required to complete undergraduate
courses that will not be applied toward the graduate degree.
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (MS-AEST) Applicants not meeting the admissions requirements may be
This degree is designed for those students who wish to pursue specialized provisionally accepted at the discretion of the admissions committee. In
advanced study and original research. The MS-AEST is excellent this case, the candidate’s continuation in the program after the first
preparation for both the practicing professional and the doctoral candidate. semester will be contingent upon successful completion of a student-
specific remedial plan formulated by the admissions committee.
MASTER OF APPLIED ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
& TECHNOLOGY (M-AEST) All application materials must be received by the UAA Office of
This is a nonthesis degree designed for students who seek to enhance Admissions, per department request, by March 1 for fall admission, and
their education for professional practice without having to conduct October 1 for spring admission. The required application materials to be
original research. submitted to the Office of Admissions include:
• A completed UAA graduate application form;
Both options promote meaningful collaboration between the students • Official transcripts of all college-level work;
and an interdisciplinary faculty team, and both provide an excellent • Official GRE scores (general examination or subject-specific in a
foundation for a career in the applied environmental fields. relevant subject area)
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTED OUTCOMES In addition, please submit to the School of Engineering:
• Three letters of recommendation from people familiar with the
The objective of the AEST program is to produce graduates who: applicant’s technical aptitude; and
• Have an advanced technical knowledge of environmentally related • A one-page statement of the applicant’s career goals.
disciplines within the life sciences, physical sciences, geosciences,
mathematics and environmental engineering;
• Are capable of integrating advanced technical information from
BEGINNING THE PROGRAM
different science and engineering disciplines; Upon admission to the AEST program, students will complete the
• Are capable of conceiving and conducting a research project (MS- following actions:
AEST option only); and • Meet with an academic advisor prior to the start of classes to plan
• Are capable of working in a professional environment. coursework for the first semester of study. Academic advisors will
be assigned by the admissions committee, and named in the
In keeping with these objectives, the expected outcome of the AEST acceptance letters sent to successful applicants;
program is that the graduates will have: • Select a graduate study committee (GSC) consisting of three UAA
• An ability to use advanced methods of analysis; faculty members, to be chaired by the student’s academic advisor.
• An ability to understand and apply advanced environmental The GSC must be selected during the first semester of study; and
engineering theory; • Prepare a Graduate Study Plan for approval by the student’s GSC
• An ability to understand and apply advanced scientific theory; by the end of the first semester of study. It is during the
• An ability to integrate advanced technical information from development of the Graduate Study Plan that the students will
different science and engineering disciplines; decide whether to pursue the MS-AEST or the M-AEST degree
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option. The study plan will include core competency courses and Geology
technical electives designed to meet the student’s professional or GEOL A455 Permafrost (3)
research interests. The approved study plan and any subsequent GEOL A457 Soil Genesis and Classification (4)
changes should be submitted to the associate dean of graduate GEOL A460 Environmental Geochemistry (3)
studies of the SOE, a copy filed in the department office, and the GEOL A475 Environmental Geophysics (3)
original sent to the the Office of the Registrar. GEOL A690 Graduate Topics in Geology (1-4)
Thesis
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AEST A699 AEST Thesis (1-6)
Courses for the AEST program must be selected from the following list
of approved courses. In order to ensure that the students achieve a Alternate courses may be used to meet the course requirement(s) on
balanced graduate education, at least one course must be completed approval by the student’s graduate committee.
with a grade of B or better in each of the core competency areas:
analysis, biology, chemistry, environmental engineering, and geology. *UAF courses will be considered as resident credit. It is the student’s
The remaining technical elective credits can be selected from any of the responsibility to check the UAF catalog for current course content and
approved courses listed below. A minimum of 21 credits must be drawn availability.
from approved 600-level courses.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (MS-AEST DEGREE)
Analysis
In order to receive an MS-AEST degree, students must:
ESM A620 Statistics for ESM (3)
STAT A402 Scientific Sampling (3) 1. Satisfy all University Requirements for the Master’s Degrees listed
STAT A403 Regression Analysis (3) at the beginning of this chapter;
STAT A404 Analysis of Variance (3) 2. Advance to candidacy prior to the beginning of the semester in
STAT A405 Nonparametric Statistics (3) which the student intends to graduate. Advancement to candidacy
STAT A407 Time Series Analysis (3) for the MS-AEST degree will require approval of a thesis research
STAT A408 Multivariate Analysis (3) proposal by the graduate committee;
STAT A601 Statistical Methods (3) 3. Complete 24 credits of coursework approved in advance by the
student’s graduate committee, and 6 credits of thesis work
Biology approved through the advancement to candidacy process. Thesis
BIOL A478 Biological Oceanography (4) credits are accumulated under the course number AEST A699.
BIOL A650 Advanced Microbial Ecology (3) Once a student has successfully advanced to candidacy for the MS-
BIOL A661 Advanced Molecular Biology (3) AEST degree, that student may not opt to complete their degree
BIOL A677 Advanced Tundra and Taiga Ecosystems (3) under the nonthesis option; and
BIOL A690 Advanced Lecture Topics in Biology (1-3) 4. Satisfactorily complete an oral comprehensive examination (thesis
Chemistry defense) during the final semester prior to graduation.
AEST A601 Aquatic Process Chemistry (3)
CHEM A450 Environmental Chemistry (3) All thesis research must meet the following requirements:
CHEM A634 Advanced Instrumental Methods (4) • The work must contribute to the body of knowledge in the
CHEM A641 Advanced Biochemistry I (3) candidate’s graduate field of study. A literature search is required
CHEM A642 Advanced Biochemistry II (3) to demonstrate how the work is associated with the current state of
Environmental Engineering the art in the candidate’s graduate field of study.
AEST A602 Water Quality Management (3) • The thesis, as judged by the graduate committee, must be of
AEST A603 Solid Waste Management (3) sufficient quality to justify publication in either a peer-reviewed
AEST A604 Environmental Law, Regulations and technical conference proceeding or a peer-reviewed journal.
Permitting (3) Publication of a manuscript in a journal or conference paper is not
AEST A605 National Environmental Policy Act (3) a requirement for graduation, but submissions will be encouraged.
AEST A606 Clean Water Act (3) • The work must demonstrate command of knowledge and skills
AEST A608 Fundamentals of Air Pollution (3) associated with the candidate’s graduate program of study.
AEST A613 Remediation (3) • The work must require a level of effort consistent with 6 credit
AEST A694 Topics as approved by advisor (3) hours (Approximately 45 to 60 hours per credit hour, 270 hours to
CE A441 Introduction to Environmental 360 hours total).
Engineering (3) • The thesis format must meet general UAA requirements for format
CE A600 Fundamentals of Environmental Science as determined by the UAA Consortium Library.
and Engineering (3)
CE A662 Surface Water Dynamics (3) The student must defend the thesis in an oral presentation to the
CE A663 Ground Water Dynamics (3) student’s graduate committee and invited guests. The thesis defense
CE A674 Waves, Tides, and Ocean Processes serves as the student’s required comprehensive examination. The
for Engineers (3) student may select an outside reviewer approved by the dean or
CE A677 Coastal Measurements and Analysis (3) designee of the program to participate in the oral comprehensive
CE A683 Arctic Hydrology and Hydraulic examination to assure that the examination, defense, or scholarship
Engineering (3) evaluation is fair and appropriate. The outside reviewer is a faculty
ENVE F651 Environmental Risk Assessment (3) member from another department in the university or other qualified
(UAF Online Course)* individual in the area in which the student is seeking a degree.
ENVE F652 Introduction to Toxicology for Engineers
and Scientists (3) (UAF Online Course)* Students who fail to pass the comprehensive examination (thesis defense)
ESM A450 Economic Analysis and Operations (3) will work with their graduate advisor to develop an action plan to correct
ESM A601 Engineers and Organizations (3) any deficiencies noted in the comprehensive examination. This action plan
ESM A605 Engineering Economy (3) may require additional coursework, research and/or independent and
PM A601 Project Management Fundamentals (3) directed study. After completing the items identified in the corrective
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action plan, the student will again take the comprehensive examination. reports dealing with current Arctic knowledge. A graduate advisory
Failure to pass a second time will result in dismissal from the program. committee of at least three members is appointed to guide each admitted
student to degree completion. Two members must be UAA Arctic
Engineering faculty members. On successful completion of the program,
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (M-AEST DEGREE) students will have gained sufficient knowledge to:
In order to receive an M-AEST degree, students must:
1. Recognize natural conditions and engineering challenges that are
1. Satisfy all University Requirements for the Master’s Degrees listed unique to cold regions,
at the beginning of this chapter; 2. Interpret associated specialized language and units of measure,
2. Advance to candidacy prior to the beginning of the semester in 3. Locate, interpret, and apply public information about the physical
which the student intends to graduate. Advancement to candidacy conditions of cold regions physical,
for the M-AEST degree does not require a research proposal; 4. Apply fundamental physical principles for solutions to common
3. Complete 30 credits of coursework approved in advance by the cold regions engineering problems,
student’s graduate committee; and 5. Assess need for complex specialized Arctic engineering solutions,
4. Satisfactorily complete a written comprehensive examination 6. Determine physical and thermal properties, evaluate frost heave
during the final semester prior to graduation. rates, and estimate heat flow in soils, prevent foundation failure
due to seasonally frozen ground or permafrost by appropriate
When a student is within one semester of completing the course project site exploration and design of constructed features,
requirements, the graduate committee will administer a comprehensive 7. Determine mathematical and physical properties governing heat
examination to evaluate the candidate’s knowledge of advanced and mass transfer in cold climates,
environmental science principles. The examination will be developed by 8. Determine temperature profiles in structure walls, roofs, and
a graduate faculty committee and will contain questions consistent with foundations, predict moisture content and mass flow rates in
the student’s coursework areas of concentration. The student may select structures,
an outside reviewer approved by the dean or designee of the program to 9. Acquire, integrate, and interpret data from public archives
participate in the examination to assure that the examination is fair and regarding site conditions associated with planning and design of
appropriate. The outside reviewer is a faculty member from another community utility systems and formulate field measurement
department in the university or other qualified individual in the area in programs to determine site conditions for planning and design,
which the student is seeking a degree. 10. Analyze properties of lake, river, and sea ice, predict behavior of
ice under natural conditions, and predict ice forces on engineering
Students who fail to pass the comprehensive examination will work structures, and
with their graduate advisor to develop an action plan to correct any 11. Apply the sum of specialized Arctic engineering knowledge and
deficiencies noted in the comprehensive examination. This action plan skills gained in the program toward solution of a practical
may require additional coursework, research and/or independent and engineering problem and report this to fellow specialists.
directed study. After completing the items identified in the corrective
action plan, the student will again take the comprehensive examination.
Failure to pass a second time will result in dismissal from the program. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
See the beginning of this chapter for Admission Requirements for
FACULTY Master’s Degrees. All students admitted to the Arctic engineering
program must have previously earned a baccalaureate degree in an
Nyrée McDonald, Assistant Professor/Chair, AFNVM@uaa.alaska.edu engineering discipline with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. Admitted
John Olofsson, Professor, AFJAO@uaa.alaska.edu students are also responsible for completion of prerequisites for Arctic
engineering program courses, which may not have been included in
their undergraduate education.
ARCTIC ENGINEERING GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Engineering Building (ENGR), Room 201, (907) 786-1900 See the beginning of this chapter for University Requirements for
www.engr.uaa.alaska.edu/programs/arctic Master’s Degrees.
The Arctic engineering program is designed to provide graduate MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
education for engineers who must deal with the unique challenge of
design, construction, and operations in the cold regions of the world. 1. Candidates must complete the following core courses (9 credits):
The special problems created by the climactic, geological and logistical CE A603 Arctic Engineering* 3
conditions of the Arctic and sub-Arctic require knowledge and CE A681 Frozen Ground Engineering 3
techniques not usually covered in the normal engineering courses. ME A685 Arctic Heat and Mass Transfer 3
Development of petroleum and other natural resources has accentuated *Students who have completed CE A403 Arctic Engineering with a
the demand for engineers trained in northern operations, both from grade of C or better, or students who have passed the ES AC030
private industries involved in development and government agencies Fundamentals of Arctic Engineering or ES AC031 Introduction to
planning or regulating these activities. Of primary importance is a Arctic Engineering before being admitted to the program must
thorough knowledge of heat transfer processes and properties of frozen replace CE A603 with an elective, 3-credit course accepted by the
ground and frozen water, which are basic to most engineering activities student’s graduate advisory committee.
in the Arctic. The areas of hydraulics, hydrology, materials and utility 2. Candidates must also complete at least three additional
operations are also uniquely affected by Arctic considerations. courses from the following Arctic engineering program
elective courses (9 credits): 9
MASTER OF SCIENCE, ARCTIC ENGINEERING CE A682
CE A683
Ice Engineering (3)
Arctic Hydrology and Hydraulic
The Master of Science of Arctic Engineering requires completion of a set of Engineering (3)
core courses that will prepare an engineer to understand and adapt prior CE A684 Arctic Utility Distribution (3)
engineering knowledge and skills to problems of cold regions. The CE A688 Snow Engineering (3)
program also allows students to study advanced elective courses in a ME A687 Arctic Materials Engineering (3)
particular area of specialized interest. Research activities carried out by
faculty of the UAA School of Engineering provide opportunities for project
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3. Candidates must complete additional graduate electives 2. Ability to conceive and conduct an advanced research program; and
(9 credits) in mathematical, science, or engineering subjects 3. Ability to effectively communicate research results.
related to or supportive of the student’s program of study, as
approved by the student’s advisory committee to fulfill the In keeping with these objectives, the expected student learning
minimum 30-credit degree requirement. One technical outcomes of the UAA MSCE program include:
undergraduate elective course at the 400 level may be 1. An ability to use advanced methods of analysis,
applicable with prior permission of the student’s advisory 2. An ability to understand advanced civil engineering theory,
committee and provided a grade of B or better is achieved. 3. An ability to conduct advanced civil engineering research,
All coursework applied toward degree requirements must be 4. An ability to apply advanced engineering theory to the design of
approved by the student’s advisory committee. civil engineering systems, and
4. Each student must complete the following course (3 credits) 5. An ability to work effectively within the management framework
after advancement to candidacy is approved by their of organizations responsible for the practice of engineering.
advisory committee. Advancement to candidacy requires
prior approval of a project proposal by the student’s advisory
committee: ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CE A686 Engineering Project (1-6) 3 See the beginning of this chapter for Graduate School Admission
a. The Arctic engineering project must solve a practical Requirements and deadlines. All students must hold a baccalaureate
engineering problem to the extent that original degree in an engineering discipline.
developments by the candidate are evident in the
project report. ADVANCEMENT TO CANDIDACY
b. The project problem and solution must be presented in
Advancement to candidacy requires approval of a program of study
the context of the current state of the art by means of a
and a thesis proposal following no more than 9 credit hours of
thorough review of pertinent literature.
coursework applicable to the degree requirements.
c. The project must include innovative components
directly involving cold regions engineering.
d. The project must have sufficient scope to clearly GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
demonstrate the candidate’s advanced technical In order to receive the Master of Science in Civil Engineering, students
expertise in cold regions engineering. must complete 30 credits of course and thesis work approved in advance
e. The project report must demonstrate command of by the student's graduate committee, of which 6 credits will be CE A699
knowledge and skills directly associated with the Thesis. Students must complete at least one course in each of the core
candidate’s graduate program of study. competency areas of analysis, theory, design, and project management with
f. The written project report, in the judgment of the a grade of B or better. No more than one 400-level course may be included
candidate’s advisory committee, must be publishable in with prior approval of the student's graduate committee.
the proceedings of a cold regions engineering specialty
conference. Analysis
g. The work must require a level of effort consistent with MATH A422 Partial Differential Equations (3)
three semester hours of credit (approximately 45 to 60 MATH A423 Advanced Engineering Mathematics (3)
hours per credit hour or 135 to 180 hours total effort). MATH A426 Numerical Methods (3)
5. A total of 30 credits is required for the degree. STAT A402 Scientific Sampling (3)
STAT A601 Statistical Methods (3)
FACULTY Theory
T. Bart Quimby, Professor, AFTBQ@uaa.alaska.edu AEST A601 Aquatic Process Chemistry (3)
Orson Smith, Professor, AFOPS@uaa.alaska.edu AEST A608 Fundamentals of Air Pollution (3)
Hannele Zubeck, Professor/Chair, AFHKZ@uaa.alaska.edu CE A600 Fundamentals of Environmental Science
and Engineering (3)
CE A603 Arctic Engineering (3)
CE A610 Engineering Seismology (3)
CE A631 Structural Finite Elements (3)
CIVIL ENGINEERING CE A633 Structural Dynamics (3)
Engineering Building (ENGR), Room 201, (907) 786-1900 CE A662 Surface Water Dynamics (3)
www.engr.uaa.alaska.edu/programs/ce/ms CE A663 Ground Water Dynamics (3)
CE A674 Waves, Tides, and Ocean Processes for
Engineers (3)
Students in the UAA civil engineering graduate program have two
CE A676 Coastal Engineering (3)
degree options from which to choose. The Master of Science in Civil
CE A677 Coastal Measurements and Analysis (3)
Engineering (MSCE) degree is designed for students who wish to pursue
CE A682 Ice Engineering (3)
research-oriented occupations or to eventually pursue a PhD degree, as
CE A683 Arctic Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering (3)
well as to prepare for advanced professional engineering practice. The
ME A664 Corrosion Processes and Engineering (3)
Master of Civil Engineering (MCE) degree is designed for students who
wish to further emphasize engineering practice and prefer to substitute
Design
additional classroom education for graduate research experience.
AEST A602 Water Quality Management (3)
AEST A603 Solid Waste Management (3)
MASTER OF SCIENCE, CIVIL ENGINEERING AEST A613 Remediation (3)
CE A605 Chemical and Physical Water and
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTED OUTCOMES Wastewater Treatment Processes (3)
CE A606 Biological Treatment Processes (3)
The objectives of the UAA MSCE program are to provide graduates with: CE A611 Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering (3)
1. Advanced technical knowledge within one or more of the CE A612 Advanced Foundation Design (3)
recognized sub-disciplines of civil engineering; CE A634 Structural Earthquake Engineering (3)
CE A675 Design of Ports and Harbors (3)
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CE A681
CE A684
Frozen Ground Engineering (3)
Arctic Utility Distribution (3)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ES A411 Northern Design (3) See the beginning of this chapter for Graduation Admission
Requirements and deadlines. All students must hold a baccalaureate
Project Management degree in an engineering discipline.
AEST A604 Environmental Law, Regulations and
Permitting (3) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
ESM A601 Engineers in Organizations (3)
Complete 30 credits of coursework approved by the student's graduate
ESM A608 Legal Environment for Engineering
committee, of which 3 credits will be Civil Engineering Project (CE A686).
Management (3)
ESM A610 Cost Estimating (3)
ESM A613 Management of Technical People (3) GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
PM A601 Project Management Fundamentals (3) In order to receive the Master of Civil Engineering degree, students
must complete 30 credits of coursework approved in advance by the
THESIS REQUIREMENT student's graduate committee, of which 3 credits will be CE A686 Civil
Engineering Project. Students must complete at least one course in each
Each MSCE student must complete a 6-credit thesis after advancement
of the core competency areas of analysis, theory, design, and project
to candidacy is approved by their graduate committee. The completed
management, as listed above, with a grade of B or better. No more than
thesis must meet the following requirements:
one 400-level course may be included with prior approval of the
student's graduate committee.
1. The work must contribute to the body of knowledge in the
candidate's field of graduate study.
a. A literature search is required to show how the work is CIVIL ENGINEERING PROJECT REQUIREMENT
associated with the current state of the art in the candidate's Within the last 9 credits applicable to the degree, each student must
graduate field of study. complete CE A686. The Civil Engineering project must solve a practical
2. The thesis, as judged by the graduate committee, must be engineering problem to the extent that original developments by the
publishable in either peer-reviewed technical conference candidate are evident in the project report.
proceedings or a peer-reviewed journal. 1. The project problem and solution must be explained in the context
3. The work must demonstrate command of knowledge and skills of the current state of the art by means of a thorough review of
associated with the candidate's program of graduate study. pertinent literature.
4. The work must require a level of effort consistent with 6 credit 2. The project must include innovative components directly involving
hours. (Approximately 45 to 60 hours effort per credit hour, or 270 modern practice of civil engineering.
hours to 360 hours total effort). 3. The project must have sufficient scope to clearly demonstrate the
5. The thesis proposal, submitted with the student's application to candidate's advanced technical expertise in civil engineering.
candidacy, must present evidence that the above requirements will 4. The project report must demonstrate command of knowledge and
be satisfied and will generally consist of an introduction with an skills directly associated with the candidate's graduate program of
explicit problem statement, a literature review, and one or more study.
sections describing the information, research, and analytical 5. The written project report, in the judgment of the candidate's
methods to be applied. graduate committee, must be publishable in the proceedings of a
6. The thesis is to be defended by the student in an oral presentation civil engineering specialty conference.
to the student's graduate committee and invited guests. 6. The work must require a level of effort consistent with three
semester hours of credit (approximately 45 to 60 hours per credit
ELECTIVE REQUIREMENT hour or 135 to 180 hours total effort).
7. The project proposal, submitted with the student's application to
Each student must complete additional elective courses as approved in
candidacy, must present evidence that the above requirements will be
advance by their graduate committee to meet the requirement for 30
satisfied and will generally consist of an introduction with an explicit
total credit hours.
problem statement, a literature review, and one or more sections
describing the information and analytical methods to be applied.
MASTER OF CIVIL ENGINEERING 8. The project is to be orally presented to the student's graduate
committee and invited guests.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTED OUTCOMES
The objectives of the UAA MCE program are to provide graduates with: ELECTIVE REQUIREMENT
1. Advanced technical knowledge within one or more of the
Each student must complete additional elective courses as approved in
recognized sub-disciplines of civil engineering;
advance by their graduate committee to meet the requirement for 30
2. Ability to conduct advanced engineering analysis and design; and
total credit hours.
3. Ability to effectively communicate technical results.
In keeping with these objectives, the expected student learning FACULTY
outcomes of the UAA MSCE program include: Osama Abaza, Associate Professor, AFOA@uaa.alaska.edu
1. An ability to use advanced methods of analysis, Utpal Dutta, Assistant Professor, AFUD@uaa.alaska.edu
2. An ability to understand advanced civil engineering theory, He Liu, Professor, AFHL@uaa.alaska.edu
3. An ability to conduct advanced civil engineering research, Nyrée McDonald, Assistant Professor, AFNVM@uaa.alaska.edu
4. An ability to apply advanced engineering theory to design of civil John Olofsson, Professor, AFJAO@uaa.alaska.edu
engineering systems, and T. Bart Quimby, Professor, AFTBQ@uaa.alaska.edu
5. An ability to work effectively within the management framework Tom Ravens, Associate Professor, AFTMR@uaa.alaska.edu
of organizations responsible for the practice of engineering. Orson P. Smith, Professor/Chair, AFOPS@uaa.alaska.edu
Feng Xiong, Associate Professor, AFFX@uaa.alaska.edu
Zhaohui Yang, Assistant Professor, AFZY@uaa.alaska.edu
Hannele Zubeck, Professor, AFHKZ@uaa.alaska.edu
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EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, AND SCIENCE MANAGEMENT
University Center (UC), Room 155, (907) 786-1924
EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING www.uaa.alaska.edu/espm
The UAA School of Engineering offers a sequence of courses leading to
a Graduate Certificate in Earthquake Engineering. This certificate The Engineering Management and Science Management curriculum is
program is intended to provide specialized education to enhance the designed for graduate engineers and scientists who will hold executive
theoretical knowledge and practical skills of civil engineers to deal with or managerial positions in engineering, construction, industrial, or
earthquake-resistant structural design. Upon completion of the governmental organizations. It includes human relations, financial,
certificate program, students will have specialized knowledge and skills economic, quantitative, technical, and legal subjects useful in solving
applicable to various aspects of earthquake engineering issues. problems of management.
STUDENT OUTCOMES MASTER OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING
Upon the completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
1. Evaluate seismograms and perform site response analysis.
MANAGEMENT
2. Analyze earthquake characteristics and associated effects on
structures, including linear and nonlinear responses. MASTER OF SCIENCE, SCIENCE MANAGEMENT
3. Apply the basic principles for seismic design and construction of
structures in accordance with the provisions of International
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Building Codes. See the Admissions Requirements for Master’s Degrees at the beginning of
4. Understand the concepts of dynamic equations of motion and this chapter.
perform analysis for dynamic systems in civil engineering
applications. Students who are working toward the Master of Science in Engineering
5. Evaluate dynamic soil properties; analyze ground response and Management must hold a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in an
soil-structure interaction effects, and other geotechnical engineering discipline. Students enrolling in the Master of Science in
engineering problems. Science Management must hold a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science
6. Evaluate the magnitude and distribution of seismic and other in a scientific field. Students are expected to be proficient in the use of
probable loads for strength, stress and load-resistant factor design. computers for word processing, spreadsheet analysis, and scientific
calculations. A candidate should have had on-the-job experience in
engineering or science.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND RELATED GRADUATE
CERTIFICATE POLICIES GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
See the beginning of this chapter for Graduate Certificates University Students must earn a 3.00 GPA in graduate courses that are part of the
Requirements. Admission to the Earthquake Engineering Graduate program. No course included in the credits of a student’s program may be
Certificate program requires that a student must have earned a Bachelor counted toward another degree. A student may not repeat a course that is
of Science in an engineering discipline from an ABET, Inc.,-accredited part of their program if they have received a C or better in that course.
institution in the United States or a foreign equivalent.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Substitutions for one or more of the courses listed below may be permitted
See the beginning of this chapter for Graduate Certificates University if similar courses are included in the student's previous academic
Requirements. background. No more than 9 semester credits of appropriate graduate-
level coursework completed at other institutions with a grade of A or B
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS may be transferred and applied toward the total 30 credits of required and
elective courses. Both substitutions and transfer of credit must be approved
Complete the following requirements (15 credits): by the department.
CE A610 Engineering Seismology 3
CE A611 Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering 3 1. Complete the following requirements:
CE A634 Structural Earthquake Engineering 3 Core Curriculum (21 credits minimum)
CE A636 Multi-Story Building Structural Design (3) 3 ESM A601 Engineers in Organizations (3)
or ESM A605 Engineering Economy (3)
CE A637 Earthquake Resistant Structural Design (3) ESM A608 Legal Environment for
CE A639 Loads on Structures 3 Engineering Management (3)
ESM A610 Cost Estimating (3)
ESM A620 Statistics for ESM or equivalent (3)
FACULTY ESM A621 Operations Research (3)
Utpal Dutta, Assistant Professor, AFUD@uaa.alaska.edu PM A601 Project Management Fundamentals
He Liu, Professor, AFHL@uaa.alaska.edu (PM fee) (3)
T. Bart Quimby, Professor, AFTBQ@uaa.alaska.edu Elective Curriculum (6 credits minimum)
Zhaohui Yang, Assistant Professor, AFZY@uaa.alaska.edu Any ESM/ PM/ Engineering / Science/ Business
Administration or other graduate courses approved by the
student’s ESM advisor.
ESM elective courses are:
ESM A613 Management of Technical People (3)
ESM A617 Technology Management (3)
ESM A619 Computer Simulation of Systems (3)
ESM A698 Individual Research (3)
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2. To register for ESM A684 or ESM A699 students must have a
3.00 GPA or better in courses listed on their official graduate GRADUATE CERTIFICATE,
studies plans:
Nonthesis Option
PORT AND COASTAL ENGINEERING
Complete ESM A684 ESM Project. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND RELATED GRADUATE
Thesis Option
Complete 6-9 credits of ESM A699 ESM Thesis. CERTIFICATE POLICIES
Both nonthesis option (project) and thesis option require a See the beginning of this chapter for Graduate Certificate University
defense. Requirements.
3. A minimum of 30 credits is required for the degree.
Admission to the Port and Coastal Engineering Graduate Certificate
Questions: program requires that a student must have earned a Bachelor of Science
Hsueh Ming “Steve” Wang, PhD (ESM Coordinator) in an engineering discipline from an ABET, Inc.-accredited institution in
School of Engineering the United States or a foreign equivalent.
Engineering, Science & Project Management (ESPM) Department
afhsw1@uaa.alaska.edu GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Mailing Address See the beginning of this chapter for Graduate Certificates University
University of Alaska Anchorage Requirements.
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508-4614
(907) 786-1924 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
(907) 786-1935 fax Complete the following three courses and one of two alternative fourth
courses, as noted (12 credits).
CE A674 Waves, Tides, and Ocean Processes
FACULTY for Engineers 3
LuAnn Piccard, Instructor, AFLP@uaa.alaska.edu CE A675 Design of Ports and Harbors 3
Jang Ra, Professor/Chair, AFJWR@uaa.alaska.edu CE A676 Coastal Engineering 3
Steve Wang, Assistant Professor, AFHSW1@uaa.alaska.edu CE A677 Coastal Measurements and Analysis (3) 3
or
GEO A433 Hydrographic Surveying (3)
PORT AND COASTAL A student who earns the Port and Coastal Engineering Graduate
Certificate may apply up to 9 credits from the certificate program
toward other graduate degrees at UAA.
ENGINEERING
FACULTY
The UAA School of Engineering offers a cohesive sequence of courses in Orson Smith, Professor, AFOPS@uaa.alaska.edu
the theory and practice of port and coastal engineering. The series is Thomas Ravens, Associate Professor, AFTMR@uaa.alaska.edu
intended to provide specialized education to enhance the theoretical
knowledge and practical skills of graduate engineers to deal with
engineering problems of the coastal zone. Upon completion of the
certificate program, students will have specialized knowledge and skills
applicable in all the coastal zones and oceans of the world. PROJECT MANAGEMENT
University Center (UC), Room 155, (907) 786-1924
STUDENT OUTCOMES www.uaa.alaska.edu/espm
Abilities to:
Project management has become essential in virtually all areas of business
1. Characterize oceans, seas, and estuaries in terms of physical
and industry, including engineering, construction, oil & gas, mining,
dimensions, sediments, water chemistry, major wind patterns and
communications, healthcare, information technology, utilities, education,
currents, and wave climate;
military, government, transportation, retail and other sectors. While
2. Plan and design port and harbor features suited to demands of
acknowledging and encouraging the application of project management
vessels and cargo transfer operations and to local oceanographic
skills and approaches in all these areas, the Master of Science in Project
and nearshore conditions;
Management will concentrate on technology-driven projects.
3. Define nearshore coastal processes in terms of wind, wave, and
current climates and their interaction with sediments and local
The program is organized around the nine knowledge areas defined in the
features of the shoreline;
Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), a globally
4. Quantify natural physical processes or human activities
recognized standard for managing projects in today’s marketplace. The
responsible for coastal erosion, and design shore protection works
PMBOK® Guide is approved as an American National Standard (ANS) by
suited to the local environmental setting; and
the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Students completing the
5. Accomplish oceanographic and engineering data collection,
program will be fully trained to plan and execute engineering and
including water level measurements and hydrographic surveys,
technology projects and to meet user requirements.
analyze data, and interpret analytical results to define nearshore
bathymetry, waves, tides, and coastal processes.
MASTER OF SCIENCE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
See the Admissions Requirements for Master’s Degrees at the beginning
of this chapter.
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Admission to the graduate program in project management is offered to
applicants who provide sufficient evidence that they meet the
requirements for study at an advanced level. Applicants must meet the
minimum admissions requirements of the University of Alaska
Anchorage. In addition, an entering master’s student will normally have:
1. Earned at least a bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or
equivalent areas (as agreed to by the department chairman), from
an accredited university with a minimum of a B average in the last
two years of undergraduate work.
2. Completed an undergraduate statistics course with a B or better.
3. Become proficient in the use of computers for word processing and
spreadsheet analysis.
4. Completed a minimum of two years of appropriate project
management experience in a science or engineering related field.
5. Obtained three letters of recommendation from professors, former
or current employers or supervisors who are familiar with the
applicant’s work experience.
6. Provided a statement of professional career objectives related to the
study of project management.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The University Requirements for Master’s Degrees must be met along
with the program requirements that follow.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
1. Complete the following requirements (33 credits):
PM A601 Project Management Fundamentals 3
PM A610 Project Scope Management 3
PM A612 Project Time Management 3
PM A614 Project Cost Management 3
PM A616 Project Quality Management 3
PM A620 Project Human Resource Management 3
PM A622 Project Communications Management 3
PM A624 Project Risk Management 3
PM A626 Project Procurement Management 3
PM A685 Project Management Case Study
and Research 6
It is strongly recommended that PM A601 - Project Management
Fundamentals be taken in the student’s first semester.
As a prerequisite for PM A685 registration, students must have a
cumulative 3.00 GPA or better in courses listed on their official graduate
studies plans.
2. A total of 33 credits is required for the degree.
Questions:
Jang W. Ra, PhD (Professor and Chair)
School of Engineering
Engineering, Science & Project Management (ESPM) Department
afjwr@uaa.alaska.edu
Mailing Address
University of Alaska Anchorage
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508-4614
(907) 786-1924
(907) 786-1935 fax
FACULTY
LuAnn Piccard, Instructor, AFLP@uaa.alaska.edu
Jang Ra, Professor/Chair, AFJWR@uaa.alaska.edu
Steve Wang, Assistant Professor, AFHSW1@uaa.alaska.edu
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INDEX
A Advising Requirements 48 Arctic Environmental Information and Data Center
Advising, Academic 42 (AEIDC) 16
A Day in the Life Program 42
Advisor 240, 251 ARMY ROTC 168
Ability to Benefit 48
Affirmative Action Plan 12 Art 89
Absences, Official University 61
African-American, Hispanic, Asian, International and Bachelor of Arts 90
Academic Advising 42
Native American (AHAINA) Student Programs 42 Bachelor of Fine Arts 90
Academic Appeals 240, 251, 255
Age Limit of Credits 58 Minor, Art 92
Academic Credit Courses 53
AHAINA Student Programs 12, 42 Minor, Art Education 92
Academic Dispute Resolution Procedure 39
Air Force ROTC 163 Art Galleries 22
Academic Eligibility for Student Activities 64
Air Traffic Control 174, 180 Kimura Gallery 22
Academic Integrity 37
Alaska Center for Rural Health (ACRH) 14 Student Union Gallery 22
Academic Major 79
Alaska Center for Supply Chain Integration (ACSCI) 14 Arts Facilities 21
Academic Petition 59
Alaska Justice Forum 17 Associate’s Degrees 5, 76
Academic Planning 52
Alaska Justice Statistical Analysis Unit 17 Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements 77
Course Placement 52
Alaska Native Oratory Society 21 Associate of Arts 86
Course Selection 52
Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program Athletic Training, Minor 197
Program Selection 52
(ANSEP) 43 Athletics 22
Registration 52
Alyeska Community 24, 43 Intramural Sports 22
Academic Preparation 72
Alaska Native Studies 87 Wells Fargo Sports Complex 22
College Preparatory & Developmental Studies
Minor 87 Athletics/Sports Complex Fee 30
(CPDS) 42, 72, 163
Alaska Natives into Psychology (ANPsych) 43 Audit Fee 29
Academic Programs 5, 76, 256
Alaska Natural Heritage Program (AKNHP) 16 Auditing Classes 60
Certificates 76
Alaska Performance Excellence Program (APEX) 14 Automotive and Diesel Technology 170
Graduate Programs 256
Alaska Rural Health Notes 14 Associate of Applied Science 173
Academic Rights of Students 37
Alaska SBDC 14 Automotive Technology 171
Academic Standing 64
Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska Ford Asset Option 172
Academic Disqualification 64
SBDC) 14 General Automotive Option 172
Continuing Probation 64
Alaska State Climate Center (ASCC) 16 General Motors ASEP Option 172
Departmental Probation or Removal from a
Alcohol and Addiction Studies Center 14 Heavy Duty Transportation and Equipment
Program 64
Alcohol Counseling Resources 25 173
Good Standing 64
Alcohol Policies 25 Occupational Endorsement Certificates 170
Probation 64
Alcoholics Anonymous 25 Automotive Brakes, Suspension and
Reinstatement 64
Alyeska Community 24, 43 Alignment 170
Warning 64
American Russian Center ... see Office of International Automotive Electrical 170
Acceptance
Affairs Automotive Engine Performance 170
Graduate Certificate Programs 254
Anchorage Campus 10 Automotive Power Trains 170
Master’s Degree Programs 250
Anchorage Community College (ACC) 10 Undergraduate Certificates 173
Accounting 128
Anchorage Extension Site 11 Automotive Technology 171
Associate of Applied Science 128
Contact Information 4 Heavy Duty Transportation and Equipment
Bachelor of Business Administration 128
Anchorage Senior College (ASC) 10 173
Minor 129
ANPsych, Alaska Natives into Psychology 43 Aviation Administration 174, 175
Accreditation 8, 10
ANSEP, Alaska Native Science and Engineering Aviation Community 24
ACSCI, Alaska Center for Supply Chain Integration 14
Program 43 Aviation Maintenance Technology 176
Add/Drop Period 59
Anthropology 88, 256 Associate of Applied Science 177
Addiction Studies, Minor 153
Bachelor of Arts 88 Undergraduate Certificate 176
Address, University of Alaska Anchorage 1
Bachelor of Science 88 Aviation Management 180
Administrative Fee 29
Honors 88 Aviation Technology 174
Administrative Officers List 484
Master of Arts 256 Associate of Applied Science 175
Admissions, General Information 48
Minor 89 Air Traffic Control 175
Admission Requirements 49
AP, Advanced Placement Program 70 Aviation Administration 175
Associate’s Degree 49
Application for Graduation 64, 241, 252, 255 Aviation Maintenance Technology 177
Baccalaureate Programs 49
Application Status 51, 239 Professional Piloting 178
General Interest and Non-Degree-Seeking
Departmental Review 51 Bachelor of Science, Aviation Technology 179
Options 51
Incomplete Application 51 Air Traffic Control Emphasis 180
Master’s Degree Programs and Graduate
Postponed Application 51 Aviation Management Emphasis 180
Certificates 51
Withdrawn Before Admission 51 Professional Piloting Emphasis 180
Occupational Endorsement Certificates 49
Applied Environmental Science and Technology Minor 181
Post-Baccalaureate Certificates 238
Engineering 294 Undergraduate Certificate, Aviation Maintenance
Undergraduate Certificate 49
Graduate Certificate, Environmental Regulations Technology 176
Admission Status 51, 239, 249, 253
and Permitting 294
Complete Admission 51
Master of Applied Environmental Science &
Incomplete Admission 51
Technology (M-AEST) 295 B
Postponed Admission 51
Master of Science, Applied Environmental Science Baccalaureate Degrees 6, 76, 79
Provisional Admission 51
& Technology (MS-AEST) 295 Degree Requirements 79
Withdrawn After Admission 51
Applied Ethics, Undergraduate Certificate 120 General Education Requirements (GER) 79
Catalog Year 50, 58, 240, 250, 254
Applied Science and Engineering Technology Lab Bachelor of Arts 85
Non-Degree-Seeking Admission Policies 52
(ASET) 15 Bachelor of Business Administration, 128
Pre-majors 50
Apprenticeship Technologies 164 Accounting 128
Returning Students 51
Associate of Applied Science 165 Economics 132, 133
No Attendance Outside the UA System 51
Aquatic and Riparian Ecology Program 16 Finance 132, 133
With Attendance Outside the UA System 51
Architectural and Engineering Technology 165 Global Logistics Management 132, 133, 139
Special Students, Admission 57
Associate of Applied Science, Architectural and Management 132, 133
International Students 58
Engineering Technology 168 Management Information Systems 135
Non-Degree-Seeking Students 58
Occupational Endorsement Certificate, CAD For Marketing 132, 133
Non-High School Graduates 58
Building Construction 166 Bachelor of Fine Arts 86
Secondary School Student 57
Undergraduate Certificates 166 Bachelor of Liberal Studies 86, 112
Senior Citizens 58
Architectural Drafting 166 Bachelor of Music, Performance 86, 115
Veterans, Service Members, and Eligible
Civil Drafting 167 Bachelor of Science 85
Dependents of Veterans 58
Mechanical and Electrical Drafting 167 Bartlett Lecture Series 21
Transcripts and Test Scores 48
Structural Drafting 167 Bear Necessities 22
Undeclared Major 50
Architectural Drafting, Undergraduate Certificate 166 Behavioral Health Research and Services Center 15
Advanced Placement Program (AP) 70
Arctic Engineering 297 Biographic/Demographic Information 60
Adventure Leadership, Minor 197
Master of Science 297
Advising and Testing Center 42
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Biological Sciences 93, 258 Center for Community Engagement And Learning College of Education 139, 269
Bachelor of Arts 94 (CCEL) 15 Associate of Applied Science, Early Childhood
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences 95 Center for Economic Development (CED) 17 Development 142
Bachelor of Science, Natural Sciences 96 Center for Economic Education (CEE) 15 Bachelor of Arts 143
Doctoral Program 259 Center for Human Development (CHD) 15 Early Childhood Education 143
Honors 94 Environment and Natural Resources Institute Elementary Education 145
Master of Science 258 (ENRI) 15 Contact Information 4
Minor 96 Institute for Circumpolar Health Studies (ICHS) Field Placements 140
Board of Regents List 484 16 Graduate Certificates 278
Bookkeeping Support, Occupational Endorsement Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) Counselor Education 278
Certificate 183 17 e-Learning 280
Bookstore 23 Justice Center 17 Educational Leadership 279
Student Union 23 North Pacific Fisheries Observer Training Center Principal (K-8, 7-12, or K-8 & 7-12) 279
Tech Zone 23 (OTC) 17 Superintendent (K-12) 280
University Center 23 Psychological Services Center (PSC) 17, 24 Language Education 280
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Grants 32 Certified Experience Credit 69 Special Education 281
Bus Pass 22 Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Examination 200 Endorsement Concentration 282
Business Administration 129, 265 CEU Fee 29 Initial Certification Concentration 282
Associate of Applied Science, General Business Chancellor’s List 64 High School Preparation 140
130 Change of Address 60 Master of Arts in Teaching 270
Associate of Applied Science, Small Business Change of Admission Level 50 K-12 272
Administration 131 Change of Grade 63 Secondary Education 7-12 271
Bachelor of Business Administration 132 Change of Major or Degree 50 Master of Education 273
Economics 132, 133 Change of Name 60 Counselor Education 274
Finance 132, 133 Cheating 38 Early Childhood Special Education 275
Global Logistics Management 132, 133, 139 Chemistry 96 Educational Leadership 276
Management 132, 133 Bachelor of Science 97 Master Teacher with Specialty Options 276
Marketing 132, 133 High School Preparation 96 Special Education 276
Master of Business Administration, General Honors 97 Occupational Endorsement Certificates 141
Management 265 Minor 98 School-Age Care: Administrator 141
Minor, Business Administration 134 Children’s Residential Services, Occupational School-Age Care: Practitioner 141
Minor, Real Estate 134 Endorsement Certificate 148 Post-Baccalaureate Certificates 242
Undergraduate Certificate, Small Business Chugiak-Eagle River Campus 10 Early Childhood Pre-K-Third Grade 242
Management 130 Contact Information 4 Elementary Education 244
Business Computer Information Systems, Associate of Circumpolar Health Studies Institute 16 Professional and Continuing Education 140
Applied Science 134 Cisco-Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 216 Undergraduate Certificate, Early Childhood
Buy Alaska Program 14 Civic Engagement, Undergraduate Certificate 147 Development 142
Civil Drafting, Undergraduate Certificate 167 Undergraduate Program Options 140
Civil Engineering 222, 298 College of Health and Social Welfare 147, 284
C Bachelor of Science 222 Contact Information 4
CAD For Building Construction, Occupational Honors 223 College Preparatory & Developmental Studies (CPDS)
Endorsement Certificate 166 Master of Civil Engineering 299 42, 72, 163
Call Center, IT 23 Master of Science, Civil Engineering 298 College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) 70
Campus Housing 24 Minor 232 Commencement 65
Campuses, UAA 10 Class Attendance 61 Commercial HVAC Systems, Occupational
Canadian Studies, Minor 108 Class Standing 59 Endorsement Certificate 211
Cancellation of Classes 60 CLEP, Collge-Level Examination Program 70 Commercial Refrigeration Systems, Occupational
Career and Technical Education 293 Clinical Assignment Requirements 55 Endorsement Certificate 211
Master of Science 293 Clinical Assistant, Occupational Endorsement Communication 98
Career Services Center (CSC) 33, 42 Certificate 202 Minor 98
A Day in the Life Program 42 Clinical Psychology 259 Community and Technical College 163, 292
Carrs/Safeway Great Alaska Shootout 22 Master of Science 259 Contact Information 4
Catalog Year 50, 58, 240, 250, 254 PhD, Clinical-Community Psychology 260 Community Campuses 4
Graduate Certificate Programs 254 Clinical Social Work Practice, Graduate Certificate 291 Community Engagement and Learning Center 15
Master’s Degree Programs 250 Clinical-Community Psychology ... see Clinical Community Mental-Health Service, Occupational
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Programs 240 Psychology Endorsement Certificate 122
Undergraduate Programs 50, 58 Club Council 20 Community Service Courses 94
Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies (CAAS) 14 Co-requisites 54 Complaint/Dispute Resolution Process 39
Center for Behavioral Health Research and Services Coaching, Minor 197 Complete Admission 51
(CBHRS) 15 Code of Conduct 37 Computer and Networking Technology, Undergraduate
Center for Community Engagement and Learning Cheating, Plagiarism, or Other Forms of Academic Certificate 216
(CCEL) 15, 147 Dishonesty 38 Computer Assisted Writing Lab (CAWL) 44
Undergraduate Certificate, Civic Engagement 147 Damage or Destruction of Property 38 Computer Electronics, Associate of Applied Science
Center for Economic Development (CED) 17 Disruptive or Obstructive Actions 38 181
Center for Economic Education (CEE) 15 Endangerment, Assault, or Infliction of Physical Associate of Applied Science 181
Center For Human Development (CHD) 15, 148 Harm 38 Computer Information and Office Systems 182
Occupational Endorsement Certificate, Children’s Failure to Comply with University Directives 38 Associate of Applied Science 184
Residential Services 148 Forgery, Falsification, Alteration, or Misuse of Occupational Endorsement Certificates 182
Center for Rural Health 14 Documents, Funds or Property 38 Bookkeeping Support 183
Center for Supply Chain Integration 14 Harassment 38 Medical Office Support 183
Centers & Institutes 14 Misuse of Alcohol or Other Intoxicants or Drugs Office Digital Media 183
Alaska Center for Rural Health (ACRH) 14 38 Office Foundations 182
Alaska Center for Supply Chain Integration Misuse of Firearms, Explosives, Weapons, or Office Support 183
(ACSCI) 14 Dangerous Devices or Chemicals 38 Technical Support 184
Alaska Small Business Development Center Other Actions 38 Computer Information Systems 134
(Alaska SBDC) 14 Theft of Property or Services 38 Associate of Applied Science, Business Computer
Alaska State Climate Center (ASCC) 16 Violation of Regents’ Policy, University Regulation, Information Systems 134
Arctic Environmental Information and Data Center or UAA rules and procedures 38 Bachelor of Business Administration, Management
(AEIDC) 16 College of Arts and Sciences 85, 256 Information Systems 135
Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies (CAAS) CAS Minor 86 Minor, Computer Information Systems 136
14 Contact Information 4 Computer Labs 23
Center for Behavioral Health Research and Requirements 85
Services (CBHRS) 15 College of Business and Public Policy 128, 265
Contact Information 4
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Computer Science 98, 261 Department of Health Sciences 287 Minor, Creative Writing and Literary Arts 102
Bachelor of Arts 99 Departmental Review 51 Minor, English 101
Bachelor of Science 99 Dietetic Internship, Graduate Certificate 292 English Course Placement 53
Honors 99 Digital Art 92 English For Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 281
Master of Science 261 Associate of Applied Science 93 ENRI, Environment and Natural Resources Institute 15
Minor 100 Dining Services 22 Environment and Natural Resources Institute (ENRI) 15
Computer Systems Engineering 226 Directed Study 55 Arctic Environmental Information and Data Center
Bachelor of Science, Engineering 226 Disability Support Services (DSS) 12, 43 (AEIDC) 16
Minor 232 Dispute/Complaint Resolution Process 39 Earth and Climate Processes (ECP) 16
Computer Systems Technology 184 Distance Education 23, 68 Alaska State Climate Center (ASCC) 16
Associate of Applied Science 185 Distance Education Gateway 68 Geochemistry Unit 16
Computer Training 24 Distance Fee 29 Ecosystem Studies and Conservation Biology
Computer Use and Software Copyright Policy 39 Diversity and Compliance 12 (ESCB) 15
Concert Board 20 Diversity Statement 10 Alaska Natural Heritage Program (AKNHP)
Concert Program Fee 30 Doctoral Programs List 7 16
Concurrent Baccalaureate Programs 83 Double Majors 78, 83 Aquatic and Riparian Ecology Program 16
Concurrent Degrees 50 Drug Abuse Hotline 25 Ecosystem Studies Program 15
Concurrent Majors 78 Drug and Alcohol Counseling Resources 25 Human Ecology and Native Studies (HENS) 16
Conflict Resolution, Occupational Endorsement DSS, Disability Support Services 43 Cultural Heritage Program 16
Certificate 151 Environmental Regulations and Permitting, Graduate
Consortium Library 45 Certificate 294
Construction Management 185 E Environmental Studies, Minor 102
Associate of Applied Science 186 e-Learning, Graduate Certificate 280 Minor, Environmental Studies 103
Bachelor of Science 187 E-mail 23, 39 Minor, Geography 103
Construction Technology, Undergraduate Certificate 213 Early Childhood 141 Excelsior College Examination 70
Contact Hours 53 Associate of Applied Science, Early Childhood Exception to Policy for Records and Registration 65
Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Fee 29 Development 142 Exchange Programs 11
Continuous Registration 60, 250 Bachelor of Arts, Early Childhood Education 143 International Student Exchange 11
Continuous Registration Fee 29 Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Early Childhood National Student Exchange 11
Copyright Policy 39 Pre-K-Third Grade 242 Western Interstate Commission for Higher
Counseling Services 24 Undergraduate Certificate, Early Childhood Education (WICHE) 28
Counselor Education 274 Development 142 Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) 28
Graduate Certificate 278 Early Childhood Special Education, Master of Experience Credit 69
Master of Education 274 Education 275
Course Descriptions 304 Earthquake Engineering 300
Course Load 56 Graduate Certificate, Earthquake Engineering 300 F
Course Numbering System 53 Economic Development Center 17 Faculty and Administration List 484
Course Performance 61 Economic Education Center 15 Faculty Signature 60
Assignments and Testing 61 Economics 136 Faculty-Initiated Drop or Withdrawal 61
Class Attendance 61 Bachelor of Arts 137 FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid 31
Faculty-Initiated Drop or Withdrawal 61 Bachelor of Business Administration 132 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 36
Official University Absences 61 Honors 136 Family Nurse Practitioner, Graduate Certificate 286
Participation and Preparation 61 Minor 137 Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) 32
Student-Initiated Drop or Withdrawal 61 Ecosystem Studies Program 15 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
Syllabus 61 Education ... see College of Education (FSEOG) 32
CPDS, College Preparatory & Developmental Studies Educational Leadership 276 Fees 29
42, 72, 163 Graduate Certificates 279 2% Network Charge 29
Creative Writing and Literary Arts 262 Master of Education 276 Administrative fee 29
Master of Fine Arts 262 Educational Media Services (eMedia) 68 Audit Fee 29
Credit by Examination 69 Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) 44, 46 Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Fee 29
Credit-by-Examination Fee 29 Educational Records Policy, FERPA 36 Continuous Registration Fee 29
Credit Requirements 60 Educational Talent Search Program (ETS) 46 Credit-by-Examination Fee 29
Credit, Nontraditional 69 Electrical Engineering 224 Distance Fee 29
Credit/No Credit 63 Bachelor of Science, Engineering 226 Laboratory, Material, Special, and Other Fees 29
Credits, Age Limits 58 Minor 232 Language Credit-by-Placement Fee 29
Creekside Eatery 22 Two-Year Program 225 Late Payment Fees 30
Cross-Listed Courses 56 Elementary Education 145 Noncredit Course Fee 30
Cuddy Dining Room 23 Bachelor of Arts 145 Parking Fee 30
Cuddy Marketplace 22 Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Elementary Placement Test Fee 30
Culinary Arts 187 Education 244 Self-Support Fee 30
Associate of Applied Science 188 Special Education Emphasis 146 Student Life Fee 30
Bachelor of Arts, Hospitality and Restaurant ELF Loan 32 Student Organization Fees 30
Management 189 Eligibility for Student Activities 64 Technology Fee 30
Cultural Heritage Program 16 eLive 68 Transcript Fee 30
Cum Laude 65 Elmendorf Air Force Base 68 Transportation Fee 30
Contact Information 4 FERPA 36
eMedia 68 Field Placement Requirements 55
D Emergencies and First Aid 26 Finance 132
Daily Grind 22 Emergency Loan Fund (ELF) 32 Bachelor of Business Administration 132
Dance, Minor 126 Engineering 225 Financial Aid
DANTES/USAFI Examinations 70 Bachelor of Science 225 Appeal Policy 32
Dean’s List 64 Computer Systems Engineering Emphasis 226 Application Procedures 31
Debate Team 21 Electrical Engineering Emphasis 226 Eligibility 31
Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support Mechanical Engineering Emphasis 226 Federal Verification 31
Exam 70 Engineering Management and Science Management 300 Federal Work-study Program 32
Deferred Grade 63 Master of Science, Engineering Management 300 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Demographic Information 60 Master of Science, Science Management Admission 31
Dental Assisting 190 Requirements 300 Grants 32
Associate of Applied Science 191 English 100, 262 Loans 32
Undergraduate Certificate 191 Bachelor of Arts 100 Return of Federal Financial Aid Policy 32
Dental Hygiene 191 Honors 100 Satisfactory Academic Progress 31
Associate of Applied Science 192 Master of Arts 262 Scholarships 32
Preclinical and Clinical Requirements 192 Minor with Distinction, Creative Writing and Student Employment 33
Special Considerations 192 Literary Arts 102 Veterans Assistance 33
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Financial Assistance and Information Office 31 Good Standing for Post-Baccalaureate Certificate- Minor 197
Financial Obligations 30 Seeking Students 240 Adventure Leadership 197
Fire and Emergency Services Technology 193 GPA, Grade Point Average 63 Athletic Training 197
Associate of Applied Science 194 Grade Changes 63 Coaching 197
First-Year Experience Hall 24 Grade Point Average (GPA) 63 Health & Fitness Leadership 197
First-Year Focus Community 24 Grading 61 Physical Education 198
Fitness Leadership, Occupational Endorsement Academic Letter Grades 61 Occupational Endorsement Certificate, Fitness
Certificate 195 Credit/No Credit 63 Leadership 195
Food Services 22 Deferred Grade 63 Heavy Duty Transportation and Equipment 173
Forgery 38 Incomplete Grade 63 High School Programs 163
Formal Acceptance 239, 250 Non-Academic Grades 63 History 105
Graduate Certificate Programs 254 Pass/No Pass 63 Bachelor of Arts 105
Master’s Degree Programs 250 Graduate Advisor 251 Honors 105
Post-Baccalaureate Certificates 239 Graduate Assistantships 33 Minor 106
Fort Richardson 68 Graduate Certificate Advisor 255 History of UAA 10
Contact Information 4 Graduate Certificate Studies Plan 255 Home School Secondary Students 48 ... see also
Forty-Ninth State Fellows Program 234 Graduate Certificates 7, 252 Secondary Students
Forty-Ninth State University Honors Scholar 234 Academic Appeals 255 Homer Campus 11 ... see also Kachemak Bay Campus
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) 31 Additional Graduate Certificates 254 Honor Societies 21
Free Speech and Academic Inquiry 12 Admission Requirements 253 Honors College ... see University Honors College
Freedom From Unreasonable Search/Seizure 36 Change of Graduate Certificates 254 Honors Community 24
Freedom of Access 36 Concurrent Graduate Certificates 254 Honors Lists 64
Freedom of Association 36 Formal Acceptance to Graduate Certificate Chancellor’s List 64
Freedom of Expression 36 Programs 254 Dean’s List 64
Freedoms, Rights, and Responsibilities 36 Full-Time/Part-Time Status 254 Honors, Graduation with 65
Freshmen 49 Good Standing 254 Hospitality and Restaurant Management, Bachelor of
Full-Time/Part-Time Status 56 Graduate Certificate Advisor 255 Arts 189
For Post-Baccalaureate Certificate-Seeking Graduate Certificate Policies 254 Housing and Residence Life 24
Students 240 Non Degree-Seeking Students 254 Academic Theme Housing 24
Official Graduate Certificate Studies Plan 255 Alyeska Community 24
Reinstatement to Graduate Certificate-Seeking Aviation Community 24
G Status 255 First-Year Experience Hall 24
General Business, Associate of Applied Science 130 Removal from Graduate Certificate-Seeking Status First-Year Focus Community 24
General Course Requirement Classification List for 254 Honors Community 24
Associate of Applied Science Degrees 78 Responsibilities of the Graduate Certificate Nightingale Community 24
General Education Classification List 80 Advisor/Committee 255 Teaching and Learning Community 24
Tier 1: Basic College-Level Skills 80 Transfer Credit 254 East Hall 24
Oral Communication Skills 80 Graduate Level Courses 54 North Hall 24
Quantitative Skills 80 Graduate Studies Committee 251 Substance Free Housing 25
Written Communication Skills 81 Responsibilities of 251 West Hall 24
Tier 2: Disciplinary Areas 81 Graduate Studies Plan 251 Human Development Center 15
Fine Arts 81 Graduate Study 248 Human Resource Services (HRS) 12, 33
Humanities 81 Additional Master’s Degrees 249 Human Services 151
Natural Sciences 82 Admission Requirements 248 Associate of Applied Science 152
Social Sciences 82 Admission Status 249, 253 Bachelor of Human Services 153
Tier 3: Integrative Capstone 83 Appeals 251 Minor, Addiction Studies 153
Integrative Capstone 83 Application and Admission Status 249, 253 Occupational Endorsement Certificate, Conflict
General Education Requirements (GER) 79 Application Status 249 Resolution 151
Student Outcomes 80 Change of Degree 249
Tier 1: Basic College-Level Skills 79 Change of Major or Emphasis Area 249
Tier 2: Disciplinary Areas 79 Concurrent Degrees 249 I
Tier 3: Integrative Capstone 80 Full-Time/Part-Time Status 250, 254 Incomplete Admission 51, 239, 249, 253
General Support Services (GSS) 23 Good Standing 250, 254 Incomplete Application 51, 239, 249
Copy, Printing and Graphics 23 Graduate Studies Committee 251 Incomplete Grade 63
Mail Services 23 Leave of Absence 250 Independent Study 55
Parking Services 23 Master’s Degrees 248 Industrial Process Instrumentation 198
General University Requirements 76 Official Graduate Studies Plan 251 Associate of Applied Science 198
Baccalaureate Degrees 79 Probation 250 Industrial Safety Program Support, Undergraduate
Associate of Applied Science Degrees 77 Reinstatement to Master’s Degree-Seeking Status Certificate 213
Associate of Arts Degrees 77 251 Industrial Welding Technology, Undergraduate
Graduate Degrees and Certificates ... see Transfer Credits 249 Certificate 220
University Requirements Graduation Application 64 Information and Technology (IT) Services 23
Occupational Endorsement Certificates 77 Graduation with Honors 65 Customer Support 23
Undergraduate Certificates 77 Grants 32 Distance Education 23
Geochemistry Unit 16 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) 32 E-mail Services 23
Geographic Information Systems, Undergraduate Federal Pell Grant 32 Open-Access Computer Labs 23
Certificate 229 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Telephone Services 23
Geography, Minor 103 Grant (FSEOG) 32 Training Services 24
Geological Sciences 103 Great Alaska Shootout 22 Web Hosting Service 23
Bachelor of Science 104 Greek Council 21 Institute for Circumpolar Health Studies (ICHS) 16
Honors 104 Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) 17
Minor 105 Institutional Accreditation 8
Geomatics 228 H Institutional Learning Outcomes 10
Associate of Applied Science 229 Harassment 12, 38 Insurance 24
Bachelor of Science 230 Health & Fitness Leadership, Minor 197 Accident and Travel Insurance 25
Undergraduate Certificate, Geographic Health and Counseling Center 24 Automobile Insurance 26
Information Systems 229 Health Careers Advising 45 Health Insurance 24
GER Student Outcomes 80 Health Sciences 149 ... see also Department of Health Integrative Capstone 80, 83
Gerontology 149 Sciences Intellectual Property Rights 39
Minor 149 Bachelor of Science 149 Interdisciplinary Baccalaureate Degrees 84
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management 132 Physician Assistant Track 149 Interdisciplinary Studies Degree, Graduate Degree 252
Bachelor of Business Administration 132 MEDEX 150 Interdisciplinary/Multidisciplinary Courses 56
Global Supply Chain Management, Master of Science Health, Physical Education & Recreation 194 International Affairs Office 11
266 Enrolling in Health, Physical Education & International Baccalaureate Higher Level Examinations
Recreation Courses 194 70
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International Graduate Students 248, 253 Occupational Endorsement Certificate, Logistics National Occupational Competency Testing Institute
International North Pacific Studies, Minor 108 and Supply Chain Operations 137 (NOCTI) Examinations 70
International Student Exchange 11 Undergraduate Certificate, Logistics and Supply National Student Exchange 11
International Students 49, 50, 52, 58 Chain Operations 138 Native Student Services (NSS) 12, 45
International Studies 106 Lost and Found 25 Natural and Complex Systems (NCS) Program 234
Bachelor of Arts 106 Lower Division Courses 54 Natural Sciences 96, 117
Honors 106 LRC, Learning Resources Center 43 Bachelor of Science 117
Minor, Canadian Studies 108 Nightingale Community 24, 43
Minor, International North Pacific Studies 108 NOCTI, National Occupational Competency Testing
Internship 56 M Institute Exam 70
Internship Services 33 Magna Cum Laude 65 Non-Degree-Seeking Students 58, 250, 254
Intramural Sports 22 Mail Services 23 Non-High School Graduates 58
ISER, Institute of Social and Economic Research 17 Management 132 Noncredit Course Fee 30
IT Call Center 23 Bachelor of Business Administration 132 Noncredit Courses 53
IT Services Department 23 Management Information Systems, Bachelor of Nondestructive Testing Technology, Undergraduate
Business Administration 135 Certificate 220
Marketing, Bachelor of Business Administration 132 Nonresident Tuition 28
J Massage Therapy 199 Nontraditional Credit 69
Journalism and Public Communications 108 Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice 287 Advanced Placement Program (AP) 70
Bachelor of Arts 109 Master Teacher with Specialty Options, Master of Certified Experience Credit 69
Honors 109 Education 276 College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) 70
Minor 110 Master’s Degrees List 7 DANTES/USAFI Examinations 70
Judicial Review Procedure 38 Matanuska-Susitna College 11 Excelsior College Examination 70
Justice 153 Contact Information 4 International Baccalaureate 70
Bachelor of Arts 154 Mathematical Sciences Math Lab 44 Language Credit by Placement 69
Minor 154 Mathematics 112 Local Credit by Examination 69
Research Honors 153 Bachelor of Arts 113 Military Credit 69
Justice Center 17 Bachelor of Science 113 National Credit by Examination 69
Honors 113 National Occupational Competency Testing
Minor 114 Institute (NOCTI) Examination 70
K Mathematics Course Placement 53 Nontraditional Transfer Credit 72
Kachemak Bay Campus 11 Mathematics Guided Studies Lab 44 North Pacific Fisheries Observer Training Center (OTC)
Contact Information 4 Mechanical and Electrical Drafting, Undergraduate 17
Kenai Peninsula College 10 Certificate 167 Northern Light 21
Contact Information 4 Mechanical Engineering 230 Northern Temptations 22
Kenai River Campus, Contact Information 4 Bachelor of Science, Engineering 226 Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Kimura Gallery 22 Minor 232 10
Kodiak College 11 Two-Year Program 231 NSS, Native Student Services 45
Contact Information 4 Mechanical Technology 199 Nursing ... see School of Nursing
KRUA 88.1 FM 21 Undergraduate Certificate 199 Nutrition 204
MEDEX 45, 150 Minor 204
Media Board 21 Nye Frontier Classic 22
L Medical Assisting 199
Laboratory, Material, Special, and Other Fees 29 Associate of Applied Science 201
Labs and Tutoring 44 Occupational Endorsement Certificate, Medical O
Language Credit by Placement 69 Office Coding 200 Occupational Endorsement Certificates List 5
Language Credit-by-Placement Fee 29 Medical Laboratory Technology 201 Occupational Safety and Health 205, 214
Language Education, Graduate Certificate 280 Associate of Applied Science 202 Associate of Applied Science 205
Languages 110 Bachelor of Science, Medical Technology 203 Office Digital Media, Occupational Endorsement
Bachelor of Arts 110 Occupational Endorsement Certificate 202 Certificate 183
Honors 110 Clinical Assistant 202 Office Foundations, Occupational Endorsement
Minor 111 Phlebotomist 202 Certificate 182
Late Payment Fees 30 Medical Office Support, Occupational Endorsement Office of Admissions 11
Learning Communities 43 Certificate 183 Office of Campus Diversity and Compliance 12
Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program Medical School ... see WWAMI Biomedical Program Office of International Affairs (OIA) 11
(ANSEP) 43 Medical Technology, Bachelor of Science 203 Office of Regents’ Affairs 484
Alaska Natives into Psychology (ANPsych) 43 Military Credit 69 Office of Student Financial Assistance and Information
Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives into Military Programs 68 31
Nursing (RRANN) 43 Elmendorf Air Force Base 68 Office of the Dean of Students 12
Smart Start Program 43 Fort Richardson 68 Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship
Teaching & Learning Community 43 Mini Course 56 (OURS) 45
University Honors College 43 Mining and Petroleum Training Service, Contact Office Support, Occupational Endorsement Certificate
Learning Resources Center (LRC) 43, 44 Information 4 183
Leave of Absence 250 Minor Degrees in Engineering 222, 231 Official Graduate Studies Plan 251
Liberal Studies 86, 111, 112 Civil Engineering 232 Official Studies Plan for Post-Baccalaureate Certificates
Library Support 45 Computer Systems Engineering 232 240
Library, Consortium 45 Electrical Engineering 232 Official University Absences 61
Limited Radiography, Occupational Endorsement Mechanical Engineering 232 Open Entry/Open Exit 56
Certificate 209 Minors 6, 76 OURS, Office of Undergraduate Research and
Live Homework Help 44 Mission Statement 10 Scholarship 45
Loans 32 Multiple Associate Degrees 78 Outdoor Life 25
Emergency Loan Fund (ELF) 32 Multiple Degrees 84
Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) Music 114
32 Bachelor of Arts, Music 115 P
Federal Parents’ Loans for Undergraduate Bachelor of Music, Music Education Emphasis 115 PACE, Professional and Continuing Education 72
Student (PLUS) 32 Bachelor of Music, Performance 115 Pacific Rim Literary Conference 21
Federal Stafford Loan Program 32 Honors 115 Palmer Campus 11 ... see also Matanuska-Susitna
Local Credit by Examination 69 Minor 117 College
Logistics 137, 266 Paralegal Studies 154
Associate of Applied Science, Logistics and Supply Undergraduate Certificate 154
Chain Operations 138 N Paramedical Technology 206
Graduate Certificate, Supply Chain Management National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Associate of Applied Science 206
267 Education (NCATE) 241 Parents’ Loans for Undergraduate Student (PLUS) 32
Master of Science, Global Supply Chain National Credit by Examination 69 Parking Fee 30
Management 266
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Parking Services 23 Psychology 122 ... see also Clinical Psychology S
Part-Time Status 56 Bachelor of Arts 123
Safety
Pass/No Pass 63 Bachelor of Science 123
Campus Security Phone Numbers 12
Payment Procedure 30 Community Mental-Health Services, Occupational
Safety Escorts 26
Pell Grant 32 Endorsement Certificate 122
University Police Department 26
Pending Application 249 Honors 123
Satisfactory Academic Progress 31
Pet Policy 25 Master of Science, Clinical Psychology 259
Scholarships 32
Petition for Exception to Policy 65 Minor 123
School of Engineering 222, 294
Petitions for General Education and/or University PhD, Clinical-Community Psychology 260
Contact Information 4
Requirements 80 Public Administration 122
School of Nursing 155, 284
Petroleum Technology 207 Minor 122
Admission Requirements, Graduate 284
Undergraduate Certificate, 207 Public Administration 268
Admission Requirements, Undergraduate 155
Pharmacy Technology 208 Master of Public Administration 268
Associate of Applied Science 155
Occupational Endorsement Certificate 208
Nursing 155
Phi Kappa Phi 21
Philosophy 119 R Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse Option 156
Bachelor of Science, Nursing Science 157
Bachelor of Arts 119 Radiologic Technology 209
Basic Student Option 157
Honors 119 Associate of Applied Science 210
Registered Nurse Option 159
Minor 120 Occupational Endorsement Certificate, Limited
Graduate Certificates 286
Undergraduate Certificate, Applied Ethics 120 Radiography 209
Family Nurse Practitioner 286
Phlebotomist, Occupational Endorsement Certificate Raven’s Quest Summer Institute 14
Nursing Education 287
202 Real Estate, Minor 134
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse
Physical Education, Bachelor of Science 196 Records Policy, FERPA 36
Practitioner 286
Physical Education, Minor 198 Recreation & Activities Office 25
Honors 157
Physician Assistant Track, BS Health Sciences 149 Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives into
Master of Science, Nursing Science 284
Physics 120 Nursing (RRANN) 43
Undergraduate Certificate, Practical Nursing 155
Minor 121 Nightingale Community 43
School of Social Work 160, 289
Placement Test Fee 30 Refrigeration and Heating Technology 211
Bachelor of Social Work 161
Placement Testing 45, 52 Associate of Applied Science 212
Graduate Certificates 291
English Course Placement 53 Occupational Endorsement Certificate 211
Clinical Social Work Practice 291
Mathematics Course Placement 53 Commercial HVAC Systems 211
Social Work Management 291
Plagiarism 38 Commercial Refrigeration Systems 211
Honors 161
PLUS Loan 32 Residential and Light Commercial Air-
Master of Social Work 290
Police Department, University 26 Conditioning & Refrigeration 211
Minor, Social Welfare Studies 162
Political Science 121 Residential and Light Commercial Heating
School-Age Care 141
Bachelor of Arts 121 and Ventilation 211
Occupational Endorsement Certificate, School-Age
Honors 121 Undergraduate Certificate 211
Care: Administrator 141
Political Science Minor 122 Refund Policy 30
Occupational Endorsement Certificate, School-Age
Public Administration Minor 122 Canceled Classes 30
Care: Practitioner 141
Port and Coastal Engineering 301 Noncredit, CEU, and Self-Support Classes 31
Second Baccalaureate Degree 84
Graduate Certificate 301 Regular Tuition, Credit Courses 31
Secondary Education 7-12 271
Post-Baccalaureate Certificates 7, 238 Withdrawal from Classes 30
Secondary School Students 52
Certificate-Seeking Students 239 Regents, Board of 484
Enrollment Policy 57
International Students 238 Regional Studies 76
Home School Students 48
Non-Degree-Seeking Students 239 Registration 52, 59
Self-Paced Courses 56
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Advisor 240 Change in Grading Option 62
Self-Support Fee 30
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate University Deadlines 62
Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver 31
Requirements 240 Registration Changes 60
Senior Citizens 58
Postponed Admission 51, 239, 249, 254 Restrictions 55
Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges 69
Postponed Application 51, 239, 249 Registration by Proxy 60
Seward Campus 11 ... see also Resurrection Bay
Practical Nursing, Undergraduate Certificate 155 Reinstatement to Master’s Degree-Seeking Status 251
Extension Site
Practicum 56 Reinstatement to Post-Baccalaureate Certificate-Seeking
Sex Offenses Policy 39
Practicum Requirements 55 Status 240
Short Course 56
Pre-K-3rd Grade Post-Baccalaureate Certificate 242 Removal from Master’s Degree-Seeking Status 250
Sign Language Interpreters 43
Pre-majors 50 Removal from Post-Baccalaureate Certificate-Seeking
Small Business Administration, Associate of Applied
Pre-Professional Health Careers Advising 45 Status 240
Science 131
PreMed Club 45 Repeatable Courses 54
Small Business Management, Undergraduate Certificate
Preparatory/Developmental Courses 53 Request for Nontraditional Transfer Credit 72
130
Prerequisites 54 Residence Life 24
Smart Start Program 43
Prince William Sound Community College, Contact Resident Credit 58
Smoking Policy 26
Information 4 Resident Tuition 28
Social and Economic Research Institute 17
Principal Administrative Officers List 484 Residential and Light Commercial Air-Conditioning &
Social Security Number 60
Probation 64, 250 Refrigeration, Occupational Endorsement Certificate
Social Welfare Studies, Minor 162
Process Technology 208 211
Social Work ... see School of Social Work
Associate of Applied Science 208 Residential and Light Commercial Heating and
Social Work Management, Graduate Certificate 291
Proctoring Services 68 Ventilation, Occupational Endorsement Certificate
Sociology 123
Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) 14 211
Bachelor of Arts 124
Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) 72, 140, Residential Community Wellness Initiative 25
Bachelor of Science 124
270 Responsibilities of the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Honors 124
Professional Development and Continuing Education Advisor/Committee 240
Minor 125
72 Restaurant Management ... see Hospitality and
Solomon Amendment 37
Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) 72, Restaurant Management
Special Education 276
140, 270 Resurrection Bay Extension Site 11
Graduate Certificate 281
Workforce and Professional Education (WPE) 72 Contact Information 4
Master of Education 276
Professional Development Courses 54 Retaking Courses 54
Specialty Programs List 7
Professional Piloting 178, 180 ROTC
Speech and Debate Team 21
Program Accreditation 8 Air Force ROTC 163
Speed Limit 26
Programs, List of Academic 5 Army ROTC 168
Sports 22
Project Management 301 RRANN, Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives
Sports Complex, Wells Fargo 22
Master of Science, Project Management 301 into Nursing 43
SSS, Student Support Services 45
Provisional Admission 51, 239, 249, 254 Rural Health Career Guide 14
Stable Isotope Laboratory (SIL) 15
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Rural Health Center 14
Stacked Courses 56
Graduate Certificate 286 Rural/Urban Opportunities Program 14
Stafford Loan Program 32
Psychological Services Center (PSC) 17, 24
Statistical Analysis Unit 17
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Statistics 125 Testing and Advising Center 42 Satisfactory Academic Progress 33
Minor 125 Testing and Assessment 45 Transcripts From Previous Colleges or Universities
Student Theatre 125 33
Activities 20 Bachelor of Arts 126 Veterans, Service Members, and Eligible Dependents of
Athletics 22 Honors 126 Veterans 58
Code of Conduct 37 Minor, Dance 126 Veterinary Assisting 219
Development 20 Minor, Theatre 126 Occupational Endorsement Certificate 219
E-mail Accounts 39 Theatre Facilities 21
Exchange 11 Theme Housing 24
Financial Aid 31 Transcripts 48 W
ID 22 Transfer Credits 58, 239, 254 Wasilla Campus 11 ... see also Matanuska-Susitna
Internship Services 33 Graduate Certificate 254 College
Involvement 20 Post-Baccalaureate Certificates 239 Web Hosting Services 23
Leadership Development 20 Transfer of GERs Within the UA System 59 Welding and Nondestructive Testing Technology 219
Life and Leadership 20 Transfer Evaluations 50 Associate of Applied Science 221
Newspaper 21 Transfer Students 49, 50, 84 Undergraduate Certificates 219
Radio 21 TRIO Programs 46 Industrial Welding Technology 220
Research, Scholarship, and Creativity 12 Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) 46 Nondestructive Testing Technology 220
Rights and Responsibilities 36 Educational Talent Search Program (ETS) 46 Welding Technology 220
Services 12 Upward Bound (UB) 46 Welding Technology, Undergraduate Certificate 220
Showcase 21 Tuition Costs 29 Welding, Undergraduate Certificate 213
Union 20 Graduate 29 Wells Fargo Sports Complex 22
Union Gallery 22 Nonresident 28 Wendy Williamson Auditorium 22
Student Activity Fee 30 Professional Development 29 Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education
Student Employment 33 Resident 28 (WICHE) 28
Career Services Center (CSC) 33 Undergraduate: Preparatory and Lower Division Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) 28
Student Internship Services 33 29 WICHE, Western Interstate Commission for Higher
Graduate Assistantships 33 Undergraduate: Upper Division 29 Education 28
Human Resource Services (HRS) 33 Tutoring 44 Wildlife on Campus 26
Student Freedoms, Rights, and Responsibilities 36 Two Percent Network Charge 29 Williamson Auditorium 22
Academic Honesty 37 Withdrawn After Admission 51, 239, 249, 254
Academic Rights 37 Withdrawn Before Admission 51, 239, 249
Educational Records Policy (FERPA) 36 U WOLFcard 22
Freedom From Unreasonable Search/Seizure 36 U-Pass 22 Women's Studies 127
Freedom of Access 36 UAA Campuses 10 Minor 127
Freedom of Association 36 Anchorage Campus 10 Work-Study Program 32
Freedom of Expression 36 Chugiak-Eagle River Campus 10 Workforce and Professional Education (WPE) 72
Student Participation in Institutional Government Kenai Peninsula College 10 WPE, Workforce and Professional Education 72
36 Anchorage Extension Site 11 Writing Center 44
Student Health and Counseling Center (SHCC) 24 Kachemak Bay Campus 11 WUE, Western Undergraduate Exchange 28
Student Life Fee 30 Resurrection Bay Extension Site 11 WWAMI Biomedical Program 45, 256
Student Media Fee 30 Kodiak College 11
Student Organization Fees 30 Matanuska-Susitna College 11
Student Support Services (SSS) 45 UAA History 10
Student-Initiated Drop or Withdrawal 61 Anchorage Community College (ACC) 10
Study Abroad 11 Anchorage Senior College (ASC) 10
Substance Free Housing 25 University of Alaska, Anchorage (UA,A) 10
Summa Cum Laude 65 UAA Invitational 22
Supply Chain Integration Center 14 UAA Perk 22
Supply Chain Management, Graduate Certificate 267 Undeclared Major 50
Syllabus 61 Underage Students ... see Secondary School Students
Undergraduate Certificate, Early Childhood
Development 142
T Undergraduate Certificates List 5
Teaching and Learning Community 24, 43 Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Office 45
Tech Prep Program 72 Union of Students (USUAA) 20
Credits 73 Club Council 20
Program Credit, Nonconcurrent 72 Concert Board 20
Request for Nontraditional Transfer Credit 72 Media Board 21
Tech Zone 23 Union Station 22
Technical Support, Occupational Endorsement University Honors College 43, 233
Certificate 184 Contact Information 4
Technology 212 Forty-Ninth State Fellows Program 234
Associate of Applied Science, Technology 213 Natural and Complex Systems (NCS) Program 234
Bachelor of Science, Technology 214 University Honors Scholar 233
Bachelor of Science, Technology, Business University Police Department 26
Emphasis 215 University Requirements 251, 255
Undergraduate Certificates 212 Graduate Certificates 255
Construction Technology 213 Master’s Degrees 251
Industrial Safety Program Support 213 Undergraduate Degrees and Certifications ... see
Welding 213 General University Requirements
Technology Research Development Center (TREND) 14 University Student Judicial Review Procedures 38
Telecommunications and Electronics Systems, UPD, University Police Department 26
Undergraduate Certificate 217 Upper Division Courses 54
Telecommunications, Electronics and Computer Upward Bound (UB) 46
Technology 216 USUAA Fee 30
Associate of Applied Science 218 USUAA, Union of Students 20
Occupational Endorsement Certificate, Cisco-
Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 216
Undergraduate Certificate 216 V
Computer and Networking Technology 216 Variable Credit 56
Telecommunications and Electronics Systems Veterans Affairs Office 33
217 Veterans Assistance 33
Telephone Services 23 Adds, Drops, and Other Changes 33
Admission to UAA 33
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