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2 CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT Creighton is a Catholic and Jesuit comprehensive university committed to excellence in its undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. As Catholic, Creighton is dedicated to the pursuit of truth in all its forms and is guided by the living tradition of the Catholic Church. As Jesuit, Creighton participates in the tradition of the Society of Jesus which provides an integrating vision of the world that arises out of a knowledge and love of Jesus Christ. As comprehensive, Creighton s education embraces several colleges and professional schools and is directed to the intellectual, social, spiritual, physical and recreational aspects of students lives and to the promotion of justice. Creighton exists for students and learning. Members of the Creighton community are challenged to reflect on transcendent values, including their relationship with God, in an atmosphere of freedom of inquiry, belief and religious worship. Service to others, the importance of family life, the inalienable worth of each individual and appreciation of ethnic and cultural diversity are core values of Creighton. Creighton faculty members conduct research to enhance teaching, to contribute to the betterment of society, and to discover knowledge. Faculty and staff stimulate critical and creative thinking and provide ethical perspectives for dealing with an increasingly complex world.

3 CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY BULLETIN Graduate ISSUE This publication contains the most current information available on the subjects covered as of the date of publication. Any updates between the dates of publication of this Bulletin and its successor Bulletin will be posted on the University s website and are considered a part of this Bulletin for all purposes. This publication is not an offer to enter into a contract. Final selection of applicants to be admitted shall be made by the University, which reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant for any lawful reason. The University also reserves the right to modify or eliminate University rules and policies, including without limitation: admission requirements and criteria; course offerings, or location or frequency thereof; course content; grading requirements and procedures; degree requirements; tuition, fee, and board and room rates; financial assistance programs; substantive or procedural student disciplinary rules; and support services, and to apply any such modifications to any student without regard to date of admission, application or enrollment. Students are strongly encouraged to check the University s website for Bulletin changes at

4 General Information To The Prospective Student Graduate education is a valued and important component of the diverse tapestry of educational programs here at Creighton. Creighton is a comprehensive university, yet modest in size, which allows for collaboration The Graduate school is in a unique position, in that it intersects with seven of the nine schools and colleges across the campus to provide the administrative vehicle for collaboration by senior faculties at Creighton in offering opportunities for advanced study and research to college graduates. Approximately 12 percent of all Creighton degrees awarded are graduate degrees. We have a long tradition of graduate education at Creighton having awarded 2,400 graduate degrees over the last 13 years. Our graduate programs span a diverse array of fields as we have had large numbers of teachers, counselors, school administrators, executives, nurses, ministers, and religious leaders complete Master s degrees for their professional and personal development. In addition to our traditional master s degree programs, we are developing targeted interdisciplinary programs, such as Negotiation and Dispute Resolution and Bioscience Management, to meet emerging societal needs. We are committed to providing a foundation and direction for graduates achievement in research, teaching and technical careers. For doctoral study, we have three strong Ph.D. programs for students pursuing degrees in Biomedical Sciences, Medical Microbiology and Immunology, and Pharmacology. These programs provide a solid base for a research career and aim to produce scientists and scholars of the highest caliber. A new interdisciplinary Ed.D. in Leadership seeks to develop leaders who use their skills to promote social justice and organizational change. Successful graduate degree recipients at Creighton share an openness for further developing their habits of mind. They have a natural curiosity, a capacity for self-discipline and critical self-reflection, and a personal commitment to habitual inquiry. These qualities, when coupled with the experience and dedication of senior faculty mentors, work toward thoughtful engagement with questions of purpose and meaning in practice settings, an imaginative recasting of the ideas requisite to successful research and development of human knowledge, and a commitment to working for a more just world. Graduate studies at Creighton embrace the ideal of a university as a community of scholars; offer an opportunity for discovery born of disciplined inquiry; and cultivate a person-centered environment, which can be the doorway to a stimulating, creative and meaningful life. The decision to enter graduate study must be a personal one as it takes time, patience and commitment. Persons with intellectual ability and curiosity, commitment to self discipline and self-reflection are encouraged to explore the opportunities our graduate school can provide. Creighton offers a number of online programs, making it even more convenient for individuals to earn a graduate degree. We invite you to visit with our graduate program directors, graduate faculty and students as you explore your interests in graduate study. We would be pleased to demonstrate our strengths and explain our limitations to prospective graduate students as a matter of personal and community concern. Cordially, gail M. JENSEN, Ph.D. Dean, Graduate School 2 creighton university bulletin

5 University Calendar...4 Administration...9 Board of Trustees...9 Officers of Administration...10 General Information...13 Location...13 History...14 Credo of Creighton...(inside back cover) Nondiscrimination Policy...16 Services for Students With Disabilities...16 Creighton Graduation Rates...17 Accreditation...17 Campus Facilities...18 Living Accommodations...19 Child Development Center...22 Center for Health and Counseling...22 Alumni Association...25 Graduate Student Government...25 The Graduate School...26 Purpose...26 Mission Statement...26 Vision Statement...26 University Assessment of Learning Outcomes...27 Graduate School Goals...27 Organization of the Graduate School...28 The Graduate Faculty...28 Nature of Graduate Study...28 Online Study...29 Student s Plan of Study...29 Admission...30 General Requirements...30 Application Procedure...30 Admissions Tests...31 Evaluation and Selection...32 Admission of International Students...33 Special Student Application...34 Classification of Students...34 Undergraduate Students in Graduate Courses...34 Registration...35 Adjustments and Withdrawals...36 Financial Arrangements...36 Tuition and Fees...37 Late Payment Policy...38 Special Tuition Rates...38 Military Discounts...38 Withdrawals and Refunds...39 Student Financial Aid...40 Application Procedures...40 Fellowships...40 Graduate Scholarships...41 Loan Funds...42 Student Employment...43 Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress...43 Administration and Policies Governing Graduate Study...44 Student Responsibility...44 The Academic Year...44 Table of contents Unit of Instruction...45 Course Levels and Numbering System...45 Class Attendance...45 Academic Load...45 Time to Completion...46 Residence...46 Transfer of Credit...46 The Degree Program Plan of Study...46 Thesis, Dissertation and Project Studies...47 Grading Guidelines and System...48 Leave of Absence Program...51 Appeals and Petitions...52 Graduate School Policy on Academic Responsibility of Graduate Students...55 Admission to Candidacy...56 Comprehensive Examination...56 Thesis Examination or Dissertation Defense...57 Application for Degree...57 Commencement...58 Confidentiality and Privacy of Student Records...58 Transcripts...61 The Graduate Programs...62 Degrees and Major Fields of Study...62 Special Programs...65 Certificates...69 Summary of General Requirements...70 GRADUATE PROGRAMS and courses...72 Atmospheric Sciences...73 Biomedical Sciences...80 Business Administration...85 Christian Spirituality...90 Clinical Anatomy...97 Clinical and Translational Science...99 Counseling Education Emergency Medical Services English Government Organization and Leadership Health Care Ethics Interdisciplinary Ed.D - Leadership Information Technology Management Institute for Priestly Formation International Relations Liberal Studies Ministry Medical Microbiology and Immunology Negotiation and Dispute Resolution Nursing, including Doctor of Nursing Practice Oral Biology Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmacology Physics Public Health Security Analysis & Portfolio Management Theology other courses Faculty GRADUATE SCHOOL 3 General Information

6 General Information Creighton's graduate programs are offered in varying formats and therefore follow various academic calendars. Listed in this Bulletin is the traditional Semester Calendar, which many of the graduate programs follow and serves as the basis for other program calendars. For specific program calendar information, please refer to graduate/index.php or contact the Program Director or the Graduate School Office. Fall 2012 August, , Wednesday classes begin. 28, Tuesday last day for registration, adding and dropping courses to schedule. September, , Monday labor Day Holiday. No classes. 12, Wednesday Mass of the Holy Spirit, 11:00am, St. John's Church. Classes scheduled for 11:00am are canceled. October, Fall Recess. No classes. 15, Monday Last day to file on-line Degree Application for December degree conferral. 29, Monday last day to withdraw from courses with a grade of "W." November, , Wednesday-Sunday Thanksgiving Recess. No classes. December, , Monday-Saturday Final semester examinations. 10, Monday Final copy of Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation due in Graduate School Office for December degree conferral candidates. 13, Thursday graduate Hooding Ceremony. 14, Friday School of Nursing Hooding/Pinning Ceremony. 15, Saturday December Degree Conferral Date. Spring 2013 January, , Wednesday classes begin. 22, Tuesday last day for registration, dropping and adding courses to schedule. February, , Friday last day to submit on-line Degree Application for May Degree Conferral. 4 creighton university bulletin

7 March, Spring Recess. No classes. 15, Friday last day to submit on-line Degree Application for August Degree Conferral if attending May Commencement. 25, Monday last day to withdraw from courses with grade of "W." General Information March-April, 2013 March 28, 5:00pm - April 1, 5:00pm easter Recess. No classes. May, , Monday-Saturday Final semester examinations. 13, Monday Final copy of Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation due in Graduate School Office for May degree conferral candidates. 17, Friday Baccalaureate Mass, 3:00pm. graduate School Hooding Ceremony, 5:30pm. School of Nursing Hooding/Pinning Ceremony, 5:30pm. 18, Saturday University Commencement, 1:00pm. Summer 2013 NOTE: Many courses are offered outside the three main Summer terms. Please see the Summer School schedule for complete deadline listings. May, , Monday May Session classes begin. 21, Tuesday last day for May Session registration and course changes. 27, Monday Memorial Day. No classes. 31, Friday last day to withdraw from May Session courses with grade of "W." June, , Friday May Session final examinations. May Session ends. 10, Monday Term 1 classes begin. 11, Tuesday last day for Term 1 registration and course changes. 15, Saturday Last day to file Degree Application for August Degree Conferral. GRADUATE SCHOOL 5

8 General Information July, , Monday last day to withdraw from Term 1 courses with a grade of "W." 4, Thursday independence Day. No classes. 12, Friday Term 1 final examinations. Term 1 ends. 15, Monday Term 2 classes begin. 16, Tuesday last day for Term 2 registration and course changes. August, , Monday last day to withdraw from Term 2 courses with a grade of "W." 12, Monday Final copy of Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation due in Graduate School Office for August degree conferral candidates. 16, Friday Term 2 final examinations. Term 2 ends. School of Nursing Hooding/Pinning Ceremony. 17, Saturday August Degree Conferral Date. Fall 2013 August, , Wednesday classes begin. 27, Tuesday last day for registration, dropping and adding courses to schedule. September, , Monday labor Day Holiday. No classes. 11, Wednesday Mass of the Holy Spirit, 11:00 am, St. John's Church. October, , Sunday-Sunday Fall Recess. No classes. 15, Tuesday Last day to file on-line Degree Application for December degree conferral. 28, Monday last day to withdraw from courses with a grade of "W." Nov-Dec, 2013 Nov 27-Dec 1 Thanksgiving Recess. No classes. December, , Monday-Saturday Final semester examinations. 9, Monday Final copy of Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation due in Graduate School Office for December degree conferral candidates. 12, Thursday graduate School Hooding Ceremony. 13, Friday School of Nursing Hooding/Pinning Ceremony. 14, Saturday December Degree Conferral Date. 6 creighton university bulletin

9 Spring 2014 January, , Wednesday classes begin. 21, Tuesday last day for registration, dropping and adding courses to schedule. General Information February, , Saturday last day to submit on-line Degree Application for May degree conferral. March, , Sunday-Sunday Spring Recess. No classes. 24, Monday last day to withdraw from courses with a grade of "W." April, , 5:00pm 21, 5:00pm Easter Recess. No classes beginning at 5:00pm Holy Thursday through 5:00pm Easter Monday. May, , Monday-Saturday Final semester examinations. 12, Monday Final copy of Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation due in Graduate School Office for May degree conferral candidates. 16, Friday Baccalaureate Mass. graduate School Hooding Ceremony. School of Nursing Hooding/Pinning Ceremony. 17, Saturday University Commencement. Summer 2014 NOTE: Many courses are offered outside the three main Summer terms. Please see the Summer School schedule for complete deadline listings. May, , Monday May Session classes begin. 20, Tuesday last day for May Session registration and course changes. 26, Monday Memorial Day. No classes. 30, Friday last day to withdraw from May Session courses with grade of "W." GRADUATE SCHOOL 7

10 General Information June, , Friday May Session final examinations. May Session ends. 9, Monday Term 1 classes begin. 10, Tuesday last day for Term 1 registration and course changes. 15, Sunday Last day to submit on-line Degree Application for August degree conferral. 30, Monday last day to withdraw from Term 1 courses with grade of "W." July, , Friday independence Day. No classes. 11, Friday Term 1 final examinations. Term 1 ends. 14, Monday Term 2 classes begin. 15, Tuesday last day for Term 2 registration and course changes. August, , Monday last day to withdraw from Term 2 courses with grade of "W." 15, Friday Term 2 final examinations. Term 2 ends. 18, Monday Final copy of Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation due in Graduate School Office for August degree conferral candidates. 23, Saturday August Degree Conferral Date. 8 creighton university bulletin

11 Mr. Bruce C. Rohde Mr. Richard T. Kizer Mr. Mogens C. Bay Mary E. Walton Conti, M.D. Ms. Mimi A. Feller Mr. William A. Fitzgerald Mr. Ronald B. Gartlan Mr. W. Gary Gates Mr. Bruce E. Grewcock George F. Haddix, Ph.D. Mr. Howard L. Hawks Mr. Frank L. Hayes Mr. Scott C. Heider Mr. Mark Denniston Huber Ms. Susan M. Jacques Rev. Stephen Katsouras, S.J. Melissa C. Kean, Ph.D., MA'93 Mr. Michael E. Kelly Rev. Peter J. Klink, S.J. Mr. Terry J. Kroeger Rev. Timothy R. Lannon, S.J. Mr. Bruce R. Lauritzen Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J. Ms. Deborah A. Macdonald Floyd J. Malveaux, M.D. Mr. Michael R. McCarthy Ms. Jane Miller Mr. Joseph H. Moglia Mr. Chris J. Murphy Mr. Daniel P. Neary Mr.James B. O Brien Rev. Roc O'Connor, S.J. Mr. Mark H. Rauenhorst Mr. Robert A. Reed Rev. Philip J. Rossi, S.J. Ms. Constance M. Ryan Rev. Gerard L. Stockhausen, S.J. Ms. Gail Werner-Robertson Mr. James R. Young Mr. Patrick J. Zenner ADMINISTRATION UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Chairman, Creighton University Board of Trustees Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Emeritus, ConAgra Foods, Inc. Vice Chairman, Creighton University Board of Trustees Chairman, Central States Health and Life Company of Omaha Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Valmont Industries, Inc. President, XRT Management Services Senior Vice President, Public Affairs and Government Relations, Gannett Co., Inc. (Retired) President and Chief Executive Officer, Godfather s Pizza, Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer, OPPD President, Chief Executive Officer, Peter Kiewit Sons', Inc. Riverton Management Resources, LLC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Tenaska, Inc. President, Hayes and Associates, L.L.C. Managing Principal, Chartwell Capital, LLC CEO, Corporate Ventures President and Chief Executive Officer, Borsheim s Director, Institute of Catholic Educational Leadership, University of San Francisco School of Education Centennial Historian, Rice University Chairman, Park National Bank Former President, Red Cloud Indian School Publisher and Chief Executive Officer, Omaha World-Herald Company President, Creighton University Chairman, First National Bank of Omaha President, Boston College President (Retired), Natural Gas Pipeline Co. Executive Director, Merck Childhood Asthma Network Chairman, McCarthy Group, Inc. Chief Operating Officer, Gallup Riverfront Campus Chairman, Ameritrade Holding Corporation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, First Westroads Bank, Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company President, National Alumni Board Rector, Jesuit Community, Creighton University President and Chief Executive Officer, Opus Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer, Physicians Mutual Insurance Company Professor, Department of Theology, Marquette University President, Streck Laboratories, Inc. Chief of Staff, Jesuit Conference President and Founder, GWR Wealth Management, L.L.C. President and Chief Executive Officer, Union Pacific Railroad President and Chief Executive Officer (Retired), Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc. General Information GRADUATE SCHOOL 9

12 General Information UNIVERSITY OFFICERS OF ADMINISTRATION Timothy R. Lannon, S.J. Andrew F. Alexander, S.J. J. Chris Bradberry, Pharm.D. Daniel E. Burkey, B.S.B.A., C.P.A. John C. Cernech, M.Ed., Ph.D. Donald R. Frey, M.D. James S. Jansen, J.D. Jan D. Madsen, CPA Richard P. Virgin, M.A. John L. Wilhelm, B.S., B.A. Brian A. Young, M.P.A. Jeffrey C. Branstetter Mary E. Chase, M.A. Mary Ann Danielson, Ph.D. Gail M. Jensen, Ph.D. John J. Jesse, III, M.B.A. Sade Kosoko-Lasaki, M.D., M.S.P.H. Susan Naatz, M.A. Colette O Meara-McKinney, M.Ed. Lennis D. Pederson, B.S. John E. Pierce, M.S.Guid., J.D. Richard E. Rossi, M.A., Ph.D. Tricia A. Brundo Sharrar, J.D. Kathleen J. Taggart, B.S. Tanya Winegard, Ph.D. W. Wayne Young, Jr., Ph.D. Carol Ash, M.P.A. Debra R. Fiala, M.D., J.D. A. James Bothmer, M.A.L.S. Diane H. Dougherty Crowley, M.A. Mary K. Higgins, M.S. Kim B. Manning, B.A. Anna K. Nubel, M.A. Thomas J. Shanahan, S.J. Michele K. Starzyk, M.S. Kathleen J. Booton Patricia Grafelman Hall, M.P.A. Tara B. McGuire, B.S.B.A. Michael A. Pille, B.A., C.P.A. Andrea M. Jahn, J.D. Ricardo M. Ariza, M.S.W. John T. Baxter, B.S. James M. Bretl, M.S. President Vice President for University Ministry and Director of Collaborative Ministry Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs Senior Vice President for Operations, Treasurer Vice President for Student Life; Dean of Students Vice President for Health Sciences General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Vice President for Finance Vice President for University Relations Vice President for Administration Vice President for Information Technology Associate Vice President of Human Resources Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management Associate Vice President for Academic Excellence and Assessment Associate Vice President for Faculty Development and Dean of the Graduate School/University College Associate Vice President for Finance Associate Vice President for Multicultural and Community Affairs for Health Sciences Associate Vice President for University Ministry Associate Vice President, Office of the President Associate Vice President for Administration and Director of Facilities Management Associate Vice President for Affirmative Action and Diversity Outreach Associate Vice President for Student Life/Residence Life Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs Associate Vice President for Research and Compliance Associate Vice President for Equity and Inclusion Associate Vice President for Student Life Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communication Associate General Counsel and Director of Compliance Associate Vice President of Health Sciences/ Director of Health Sciences Library Learning Resource Center Assistant Vice President for Principal Gifts Assistant Vice President for Student Retention Assistant Vice President for Marketing and Communications Assistant Vice President for Alumni Relations Assistant Vice President for University Relations Assistant Vice President for Student Life Risk Manager University Registrar Budget Director Controller University Privacy Officer and Associate General Counsel to Health Sciences Director of Multicultural Affairs Director of Environmental Health and Safety Director of Career Services 10 creighton university bulletin

13 Robert Denney, M.A. Joseph D. Ecklund, M.Ed. Kenneth Reed-Bouley, M.S., M.Div., M.B.A. Lori K. Gigliotti, B.S. Lawrence D. Gillick, S.J. Andrea Ordonez, J.D. Amy M. Haddad, Ph.D. Brenda L. Hovden, M.B.A. Michael R. Kelley., Ph.D. Maria C. Krane, Ed.D. Michael J. LaCroix, M.L.S., M.B.A. robert J. Leahy, B.S.B.A. Richard J. McAuliffe, M.S. Bryan S. McLaughlin, B.S. James P. Carter, B.A. Bruce D. Rasmussen, B.S.B.A. Debra C. Saure, B.S., R.N.C.N.P. Steven A. Scholer, J.D. Kathleen Miller, M.Ed. Wade L. Pearson, M.A. Sarah Richardson, M.S. David L. Smith, S.J. Richard R. Super, Ph.D. T. Paul Tomoser, B.S. John D. Walker, B.P.S. robert D. Walker, M.S. laura A. Weber, Ph.D. Joseph J. Zaborowski, M.A., M.B.A. Stephanie R. Wernig, M.A., Ph.D. Fran Angeroth, B.A. Karen T. Priefert, D.O Louis M. Marcuccio Michael D. Vick, LTC Wes J. Walling, B.Tech Director of Kiewit Fitness Center Director of Student Success Director of Center for Service and Justice Communications Director, Information Technology Director of Deglman Center for Ignatian Spirituality Director of Institute for Latin American Concern (Omaha) Director of Center for Health Policy and Ethics Director of Library Card Services/Finance Systems Director of Counseling Services Director of International Programs Director of Reinert Alumni Memorial Library Director of Student Accounts Director of Public Safety Chief Security Officer, IT Director of Print Center Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Director of Health Services Senior Philanthropic Advisor, Estate and Trust Services Director of James R. Russell Child Development Center Director, Educational Opportunity Programs Director, Admissions and Scholarship Director of Creighton University Retreat Center Ratio Studiorum Director Director of Internal Audit Director of Mail Services Director of Financial Aid Director of Campus Ministry Director of Purchasing Institutional Research Contract Management and Design Services Director Medical Director, Student Health Services Campus Operations Director Commandant of ROTC Building Operations Director General Information GRADUATE SCHOOL 11

14 General Information CREIGHTON COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Bridget M. Keegan, Ph.D., Interim Dean College of business Anthony R. Hendrickson, Ph.D., Dean Deborah L. Wells, Ph.D., Associate Dean for Graduate Business Programs Gail S. Hafer, Assistant Dean for Graduate Business Programs School of Nursing Eleanor Howell, Ph.D., Dean Mary Kunes-Connell, Associate Dean for Academic and Clinical Affairs Cindy Costanzo, Master of Science in Nursing Program Chair Mary Parsons, Doctor of Nursing Program Chair UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Gail M. Jensen, Ph.D., Dean SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY Mark A. Latta, D.M.D., M.S., Dean SCHOOL OF LAW Marianne B. Culhane J.D., Dean SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Robert W. Dunlay, M.D., Interim Dean SCHOOL OF PHARMACY AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Victoria F. Roche, Ph.D., Interim Dean Gail M. Jensen, Ph.D., Dean of Graduate School and University College THE GRADUATE SCHOOL Gail M. Jensen, Ph.D., Dean Isabelle D. Cherney, Ph.D., Associate Dean LuAnn M. Schwery, B.A., Assistant Dean Board of Graduate Studies Dean of the Graduate School, Chair Twelve Faculty Representatives, Two Student Representatives 12 creighton university bulletin

15 GENERAL INFORMATION Creighton University is by far the most diverse educational institution of its size in the nation. The combination of relatively small size and unusual diversity is the key to appreciation of Creighton University s excellence. With an enrollment of more than 7,700 persons taught by 759 full-time faculty and 226 part-time faculty, Creighton has set as its goal the conduct of higher education in the context of Christian values. Founded in 1878, Creighton is coeducational, independent, and has always been operated by the Jesuits in the traditions of that Catholic religious order. Creighton has a faculty and student body made up of individuals of many races and faiths from every geographical region of the United States and from numerous foreign nations. Creighton is a university in the true sense. In addition to the College of Arts and Sciences, Creighton has a College of Business, University College, Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Law, Nursing, and Pharmacy and Health Professions, and a Graduate School offering master and doctorate degrees. University College offers undergraduate degree and certificate programs for part-time students and specializes in noncredit offerings for adults. Thirty-five percent of the University s students are enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences, 34 percent in the health sciences professions, 8 percent in business, 5 percent in University College, 6 percent in law, and 12 percent in the Graduate School. LOCATION Omaha, Nebraska s largest city, is located on the western bank of the Missouri River, which serves as the Nebraska-Iowa boundary. Originally settled by the Omaha Indian Tribe, Omaha was soon a favorite stop for early settlers traveling up the Missouri River. Omaha s frontier traditions and values have remained largely intact as the city has progressed into the 21st century. Creighton s 130-acre campus is within walking distance of Omaha's vibrant downtown and riverfront area. General Information Graduate school 13

16 General Information A center for information technology, telecommunications, transportation and food processing, Omaha is the heart of a metropolitan area of nearly 1 million. The city is the major urban area between Chicago and Denver and between Kansas City and Minneapolis. The metro Omaha area has seen steady growth over the past five decades and is now the 45th largest city and the 61st largest metro area in the nation. Creighton University is perfectly situated to enjoy both the charm and beauty of the city and its cultural and recreational attractions. The campus is minutes from downtown theater, shopping, government and financial districts and scenic riverfront development. Henry Doorly Zoo, which features the world s largest indoor tropical rainforest and geodesic desert biodome, a 450,000 gallon walk-through salt water aquarium, and IMAX Theater is only a few miles from campus. Omaha, a cultural center of the Great Plains, boasts top-tier Joslyn Art Museum, the Holland Center, a world-class performing arts center and an excellent symphony and opera company. The Omaha Community Playhouse and Omaha Theater Company For Young People are among the top community theaters in the nation. One of the nation s finest old-world style theaters, the Orpheum, is home to hundreds of outstanding entertainment events each year and the Durham Western Heritage Museum features some of the area s largest historical offerings. Omaha not only draws national acts for major concerts, but also hosts national sporting events. Creighton, an NCAA Division I school with 14 men s and women s intercollegiate sports in the Missouri Valley Conference, annually hosts the NCAA College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park. In addition, the Olympic Swimming Trials, March Madness and NCAA Final Four Volleyball Tournament all have recently been in Omaha. Omaha has a vital downtown area. Omaha s Missouri Riverfront has undergone a massive redevelopment supported by private and public funds and is home to the Bluejay basketball team and numerous concerts. In addition, a recently proposed plan placed an impressive pedestrian bridge spanning the Missouri River from Nebraska to Iowa. The Gallup organization and Union Pacific built their new headquarters here, as did First National Bank, which recently completed the largest tower between Chicago and Denver. Omaha is served by over 180 regularly scheduled daily flights by nine national air carriers and ten regional airlines. Two interstate highway systems serve the metropolitan area I-80 going east and west and I-29 north and south. Many students find inexpensive and charming apartments in renovated historic buildings close to both Creighton and the European allure of The Old Market, downtown Omaha s shopping and dining quarter. Omaha is widely considered to be one of the safest cities in the U.S. with a low unemployment rate, thriving economy and lively downtown. HISTORY John and Edward Creighton, builders of the transcontinental telegraph that linked pioneer America, have given their name to the University. Edward's widow, Mary Lucretia Creighton, carrying out her husband's wishes, left money and directions for establishing a college in his memory. Following her death on January 23, 1876, the present University site was purchased and the first Bishop of Omaha, the Right Reverend James O'Connor, D.D., invited the Jesuits to conduct the Creighton College. One priest, three scholastics, a layman, and a woman formed the faculty when classes began September 2, On August 14, 1879, Bishop O'Connor surrendered 14 creighton university bulletin

17 his trust to a new corporation, The Creighton University. Jesuits were exclusive managers of the corporation until, in October 1968, the Board of Directors was expanded to include laypersons. Today twenty-seven laypersons and seven Jesuits conduct the corporate affairs of Creighton University. The early growth of Creighton University and the enlargement of its endowment were due mainly to the benefactions of John A. Creighton and his wife, Sara Emily Creighton. General Information Graduate school 15

18 General Information NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY Creighton admits qualified students and hires qualified employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. The University is taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam-era. The University Affirmative Action Director has been delegated the responsibility for coordination of the University s equal rights efforts. It is also the policy of the University to make all programs and services available to individuals with disabilities. To obtain information on accessibility of buildings and programs or to report problems of accessibility, please contact the Affirmative Action Office, The Campion House, Suite 3, or by telephone SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Services for students with disabilities are provided to qualified students to ensure equal access to educational opportunities, programs, and activities in the most integrated setting possible. Students must make timely and appropriate disclosures and requests (at least five weeks in advance of a course, workshop, program, or activity for which accommodation is requested or such other reasonable time as the particular circumstance of a request for accommodation warrants). Requests for reasonable accommodations are encouraged to be made as soon as possible after acceptance. Each student may be required to submit medical or other diagnostic documentation of disability and limitations, and may be required to participate in such additional evaluation of limitations as may appropriately be required by Creighton University or other agencies prior to receiving requested accommodations. The University reserves the right to provide services only to students who complete and provide written results of evaluations and service recommendations to appropriate University personnel. For more information, contact the Dean s Office or the Office of Disability Accommodations at USING CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY'S AS THE OFFICIAL MEANS OF COMMUNICATION The Creighton University assigned account shall be the official means of communication with all students, faculty, and staff. All community members are responsible for all information sent to them via their University assigned account. Members who choose to manually forward mail from their University accounts are responsible for ensuring that all information, including attachments, is transmitted in its entirety to the preferred account. All faculty, staff, and students are required to maintain computer account. This account provides both an online identification key and a University Official address. The University sends much of its correspondence solely through . This includes, but is not limited to, policy announcements, emergency notices, meeting and event notifications, course syllabi and requirements, and correspondence between faculty, staff, and students. Such correspondence is mailed only to the University Official address. Faculty, staff and students are expected to check their on a frequent and consistent basis in order to stay current with University-related communications. Faculty, staff, and students have the responsibility to recognize that certain communications may be time-critical. 16 creighton university bulletin

19 GRADUATION RATES Creighton University is pleased to provide the following information regarding our institution s graduation/completion rates. The information is provided in compliance with the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended. The rates reflect the graduation/ completion status of students who enrolled during the school year and for whom 150% of the normal time-to-completion has elapsed. During the fall semester of 2005, 970 first-time, full-time degree-seeking undergraduate students entered Creighton University. After six years (as of August 31, 2011) 77.3% of these students had graduated from our institution or completed their programs. Questions related to this report should be directed to the Registrars office, While reviewing this information, please bear in mind: The graduation/completion rate is based on six years of attendance that equates to 150% of our longest program. We have elected not to report our transfer-out rate because our university s mission does not include providing substantial preparation for students to enroll in other institutions. The graduation/completion rate does not include students who left the school to serve in the armed forces, on official church missions, or in the foreign service of the federal government. Students who died or were totally and permanently disabled are also excluded. ACCREDITATION and approvals Creighton University is fully accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the accrediting agency for the region in which the University is situated. The College of Business Administration is an accredited member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business-AACSB International (graduate and undergraduate programs). The accounting program has been accredited (Type A - baccalaureate) by the Accounting Accreditation Committee of the Association. The Emergency Medical Services Education Program is fully accredited by the committee on accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions. The program also is approved by the State of Nebraska. The School of Nursing's baccalaureate, masters and doctoral programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The baccalaureate program is approved by the State of Nebraska. The Department of Social Work is an accredited Council on Social Work Education program preparing professional undergraduate social workers. The teacher education programs of Creighton University are fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education for the preparation of elementary, secondary, and special education teachers at the undergraduate level, and for the graduate-level preparation of teachers, school principals and school counselors. The Schools of Dentistry, Law, Medicine, and Pharmacy and Health Professions are accredited by their respective professional standardizing agencies: American Dental Association, American Bar Association and Association of American Law Schools, Liaison Committee on Medical Education, Accreditation Council on Pharmacy Education, the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, and the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. General Information Graduate school 17

20 General Information Creighton University is registered as a Private Institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. CAMPUS FACILITIES Over 50 buildings make up Creighton s campus providing excellent facilities for most of the University s academic and extracurricular activities. Following two decades of phenomenal expansion and growth, emphasis now is placed on beautification of the central campus, particularly a pedestrian mall which has added green space to the heart of the undergraduate living area. The University campus is about a 15-minute walk from the business district of Omaha. The principal portion extends from Cass Street on the south to Cuming Street on the north and from 20th Street on the east to 30th Street on the west. Campus Development The most ambitious campus expansion in Creighton s history is under way. The goal is to create a modern urban campus in a garden-like setting and to deliver a cutting-edge learning and living environment to benefit our students. What we will achieve will advance Creighton into the first rank of the nation s faith-based and student-centered universities, with broad-based initiatives to enhance academic excellence, healthcare education, and campus life. An East Campus Village and Urban Garden helps to relieve campus crowding, contribute to the betterment of our urban neighborhood and keep our campus in pace with the spectacular economic development in the city core and along the Riverfront. Our eastward expansion is a key component of the master plan. Green space, plazas, fountains and distinctive signage will beautify the campus, present a unified image and defined boundaries and create for students a focused residential environment in a thriving urban setting. This new Village/Garden will also contribute to our mission to educate the whole person mind, body and spirit. With its pleasant new social and recreational spaces, expanded academic facilities, dining and residence spaces, along with safety and security enhancements, this asset will help us to succeed in providing the finest student support. It will also be a visible sign of our commitment to the betterment of the urban neighborhood, which has accommodated us since Located on the far side of the East Campus Village/Garden is our new soccer field and stadium. Our student-athletes who excel in the classroom as well as in athletics will become not just a Creighton team but an Omaha team. The Bluejays new home matches their national soccer reputation, providing Omaha with a major new sports venue. Our 5,000-seat stadium is within walking distance for students and Bluejays fans who live and work downtown. It is also home to state and regional tournaments at all levels, including NCAA post-season sports. Health Sciences Facilities The Doctor C. C. and Mabel L. Criss Health Sciences Center is made possible largely through the generosity of the late Mabel L. Criss, whose gift commemorates her late husband, Dr. C.C. Criss. Dr. Criss was a Creighton alumnus; the couple founded Mutual of Omaha and United of Omaha. The Criss Center provides teaching, medical laboratory space, and facilities for the research activities of the faculty of the School of Medicine. Two separate units (Criss II and III) provide classroom and laboratory facilities for instruction of the freshman and sophomore students in the preclinical medical sciences, as well as office and laboratory 18 creighton university bulletin

21 space for the members of the preclinical faculty. Newly renovated, twin two-level amphitheaters, the connecting link between the two units, form the hub of the academic activities. The Hixson-Lied Science Building is connected to both Criss and Rigge and provides expansion space for functions of the Vice President of Health Sciences, administration and faculty offices of the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions, offices for the Department of Preventive Medicine, classrooms, common use areas, Arts and Sciences administrative functions, and offices and classrooms for undergraduate science departments. The space in the existing Criss and Rigge buildings has undergone renovation to provide state of the art research and teaching laboratories. The Alegent-Creighton Medical Center, a regional health-care facility with state-ofthe-art technology, serves as the major affiliated teaching hospital for the Creighton University School of Medicine. Opened in December of 1977, it is located on Creighton s west campus at 30th and California Streets and was one of the largest privately sponsored construction projects in the history of Nebraska. University Libraries ( The three Creighton University Libraries (Reinert-Alumni, Health Sciences, and Law) collectively provide access to books, journals, videos, and databases, in a combination of electronic and print formats. Research assistance is available in person, telephone, , and chat services. Library resources are available from on and off campus. LIVING ACCOMMODATIONS On Campus Housing Creighton University offers on-campus housing for all full-time matriculated students. All unmarried undergraduate students from outside the immediate Omaha area (as defined by the University) are required to live in University residence halls during their first two years at the University. Students from the Omaha area may live in the residence halls. Otherwise, during their first two years at the University, students from the Omaha area must live with a parent or guardian. A request to be exempt from the residency requirement must be made in writing to the Office of the Associate Vice President for Student Services-Residence Life by July 15th for requests for the upcoming Fall Semester (April 1 for Opus Hall and Davis Square students) and December 1 for the Spring Semester. Only the Associate Vice President for Student Services will be able to permit these exemptions. A resident must be a full-time, matriculated student at the University. If space allows, the University may permit housing of parttime students in University residence halls. The University operates nine residence halls. Deglman, Kiewit, and Gallagher Halls are traditional-style freshman residence halls with common bathroom facilities. Rooms are double occupancy. Space in Swanson Hall is available to freshman students as well. Swanson is a suite-style hall with four freshman or four sophomore students per suite. McGloin Hall is also a suite-style hall with four sophomore students per suite. Kenefick Hall is an apartment-style hall for sophomores with double-occupancy efficiency and one-bedroom apartments. Davis Square and Opus Hall, apartment complexes for junior and senior-level students, house students in two, three, or four-bedroom apartments. Heider Hall is an apartment-style residence with double-occupancy efficiency, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments open to sophomore, junior and senior undergraduates. A limited number of apartments is available to students with families and graduate/professional students. Residents of Davis Square and Opus Hall, as well as Heider residents who are graduate/profes- General Information Graduate school 19

22 General Information sional students, married, or have families, sign a 12-month lease. All other students contract for the full academic year, beginning in August and continuing until the end of exams the following May. The residence hall agreement is for room and board. All freshman and sophomore residents are required to have a meal plan. Students living in Deglman, Gallagher, Kiewit, Swanson, and McGloin Halls must choose from 12, 15, or 19 meals per week. Kenefick Hall residents and sophomores living in Heider must select from these three plans or the SuperFlex meal plan. Residents of Davis Square, Opus Hall, and Heider Hall (except sophomores) may purchase 12, 15, or 19 meals per week, the Super Flex meal plan or the Flex meal plan. A student requesting to be waived from the board plan for medical or other reasons must furnish documentation to the Associate Vice President for Student Services-Residence Life for review. Generally, the University Dining Services is able to meet most dietary needs. Board plans are also available to off campus and commuting students. Meals are served in the Becker and Brandeis dining areas located adjacent to the campus residence halls. Students on the board plans may also have dinner in other campus retail locations as part of the meal exchange program. More information about dining opportunities is available from Sodexho food service located on the lower level of Brandeis Hall. 20 creighton university bulletin

23 The annual room and board rates in University residence halls effective August 2010 are: Building Type Room Annual Rate Deglman, Kiewit Double $5220 & Gallagher Halls (Freshmen) Private (if available) $7688 Swanson Hall Double $5456 (Freshmen and Sophomores) Private (if available) $8020 McGloin Hall Double $5628 (Sophomores) Private (if available) $8364 Kenefick Hall (Sophomores) Efficiency Apartment $ Bedroom Apartment $5708 Private Efficiency Apt. $8364 Heider Hall Efficiency Apartment $5628 (Sophomores, Standard 1 Bedroom Apartmt $5668 Juniors, Seniors) Large 1 Bedroom Apartment $5708 Private Efficiency Apt. $8364 Davis Square - 12 month contract 2/3/4 Bedroom Apartment $639/m (Juniors and Seniors) Opus Hall - 12 month contract 2/3/4 Bedroom Apartment $639/m (Juniors and Seniors) Heider Hall-12 month contract Efficiency Apartment $725/m (Graduate and family housing) Standard 1 Bedroom Apartmt $790/m Large 1 Bedroom Apartment $833/m Two Bedroom Apartment $942/m General Information Board Plans Type Annual Rate 19 Meals/per week and 40 Dining Dollars/per semester $ Meals/per week and 100 Dining Dollars/per semester $ Meals/per week and 160 Dining Dollars/per semester $3944 SuperFlex - Any 120 meals/200 Dining Dollars per semester* $2060 Flex - Any 60 meals/200 Dining Dollars per semester** $1236 * Available to Kenefick, Heider, Davis, Opus, Off-Campus Only ** Available to Davis, Opus, Heider (except sophomores), Off-Campus Only New students must apply to the Department of Residence Life for a residence hall reservation. All students pay a damage deposit of $100. Each semester's tuition, fees, and room and board charges are payable at the time of registration. However, arrangements may be made to pay monthly installments by using the University's Monthly Electronic Transfer (MET) plan (see page 36). Room and board rates are subject to change without notice. Any special needs as to age or physical condition requiring special housing arrangements will be given full consideration by the Associate Vice President for Student Services-Residence Life. Questions regarding housing services and facilities may be directed to the Department of Residence Life, Harper Center for Student Life and Learning; telephone Graduate school 21

24 General Information Family Housing Creighton University has limited space in the apartment-style Heider residence hall for families. A twelve-month lease is required on all apartments except for those graduating at the end of the current semester. Available for families are the large one-bedroom apartments (655 sq. ft.) and two-bedroom apartments (1215 sq. ft.). There are only four two-bedroom apartments in Heider Hall. Family housing is available on a first-come, firstserved basis. Off Campus Housing The Department of Residence Life lists information on rentals in the area of campus. The actual arrangements for housing are left to the individual students. The University is not responsible for the rental agreements between students and their landlords. It is suggested that students set aside several days before registering to search, inspect, and contract for suitable housing. Child Development Center Students with children may wish to take advantage of the James R. Russell Child Development Center, which is conveniently located at 2222 Burt Street. The Center has reasonable rates, and can accommodate children ranging in age from six weeks through five years. Call for information. Center for Health and Counseling The Center for Health and Counseling houses both Health Services and Counseling Services. Together these Services are dedicated to promoting healthy life choices as well as serving the health and counseling needs of Creighton students. The two Services cooperate in the care of Creighton students. Located in suite 1034 of the Harper Center. Hours are 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Monday, Thursday and Friday; 8:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday; and 10:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday during the academic year (begin after Labor Day and run through commencement in May). Summer hours and hours during fall and spring breaks are 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Monday and Friday. Counseling Services Counseling services are available to all full-time Creighton Students. The counseling services are intended to assist all students in their growth, their adjustment to academic and life challenges, and their development of healthy strategies for living. Our services encourage positive health and wellness practices. The staff is sensitive to the cultural and life-style uniqueness of all students. We offer a variety of services to assist with the choices in college life: Individual counseling Psychological assessment to address academic problems Group counseling with groups focusing on women s issues, depression, grief, and transition to college Workshops for test anxiety and stress reduction Couples counseling Psychiatric Consultation Counseling Services staff (full and part time) consists of four licensed psychologists, three licensed counselors, two pre-doctoral psychology interns, and a Board Certified Psychiatrist. Call the Center at for an appointment, or drop in. All counseling services are confidential. The Center is accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services. Counseling services are offered at no cost to Creighton students. There is a fee for some psychological assessment services. 22 creighton university bulletin