2006 - 2007 Catalog
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• --Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (approved athletic training program)
• --Illinois and Kentucky State Approving Agencies (veterans’ education benefits)
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• --The Council of Independent Colleges
• --The Association of American Colleges and Universities
• --The Associated Colleges of Illinois
• --Servicemembers’ Opportunity Colleges
• --Illinois Campus Compact
McKendree is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and admits students of any sex, race, color, national and ethnic origin and age with all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded its students. In conformance with state and federal regulations, McKendree does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability, national and ethnic origin, or age in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic, and other school administered programs. Students, employees, and faculty who believe they may have been discriminated against may contact the Compliance Officer at the College’s address or telephone (618) 537-6990. Services of the substance abuse prevention program administered by the Athletic Department are available to all officers, employees, and students of McKendree. McKendree is authorized under Federal Law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students.
Policies stated in this catalog are subject to change as required and as the institution deems appropriate.
The statements contained herein are not to be regarded as an offer to contract.
about
McKendree is a leader among today’s educational
institutions. Founded in1828, the historically significant campus exemplifies a classic and caring tradition that is combined with
a contemporary curriculum.
While maintaining its reputation for delivering a high quality undergraduate education, McKendree has increased academic course offerings to include graduate degree programs in education, business administration, nursing, and professional counseling. In its academic program, McKendree has added ten new majors, five new minors and two additional study abroad opportunities. To the athletic program, the college has recently added ice hockey, wrestling and bowling. McKendree’s athletic program boasts coach Harry Statham, the most successful coach in the history of four-year
college basketball.
An enhanced academic reputation for the college has accompanied its growth. The college has become more highly selective, attracting more academically talented students, and the student body is more diverse, representing 22 different states and 19 countries.
McKendree offers a wide variety of co-curricular opportunities, including music, band, athletic teams, debate teams, honor societies, student research opportunities and academic programs that have resulted in a spirited college environment. The opening of the new Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, scheduled for Fall 2006 will be home to the music and theater departments. It will offer the campus community a new state-of-the-art facility to enjoy a wide variety of performances and special events.
Along with the many advances at the institution, one thing remains constant: McKendree continues to provide a nurturing environment, offering students opportunities and challenges that lead to unmatched personal and professional growth.
Academic Calendar 2006 – 2007
Aug 24 THU Registration Check In
25 FRI Registration Check In
27 SUN Registration Check-In
28 MON Fall semester classes begin on campus
Sept 4 MON -Labor Day; no classes on campus
or at off-campus centers
Oct 13 FRI Fall Break; no classes on campus
20 FRI 1st half semester ends
21 SAT Homecoming
Nov 21 TUE Thanksgiving recess begins, 10:00 p.m.
27 MON Thanksgiving recess ends, 8:00 a.m.
Dec 8 FRI Last day of fall semester classes
11 MON Reading Day, No classes
12 TUE Final examination period begins
15 FRI Final examination period ends
Spring 2007
Jan 12 FRI Registration Check In
14 SUN Registration Check In
15 MON Martin Luther King Day – No Classes
16 TUE Spring semester classes begin on campus
Mar 10 SAT Spring recess begins, 10:00 p.m.
19 MON Spring recess ends, 8:00 a.m.
Apr 6 FRI -Good Friday – No Classes
(Saturday classes meet on Saturday)
19 THU Honors Convocation
May 3 THU Last day of spring semester classes
4 FRI Reading Day, No classes
7 MON Final examination period begins
10 THU Final examination period ends
11 FRI Baccalaureate
12 SAT Commencement
McKendree has a commitment to produce graduates with the critical thinking, leadership, problem-solving and communication skills necessary to succeed in today’s world. We uphold a tradition of providing a broad-based, liberal arts oriented education.
The uniqueness of the college is its philosophy which reflects concern for individual development of its students and its commitment to personalized education. The curriculum includes an opportunity for students to gain knowledge and values from the traditional disciplines while also encouraging students to develop skills in preparation for a career or graduate studies.
The co-curricular program is also of great concern, as students participate in community service, voluntary spiritual development, athletics and a wide variety of clubs and organizations meeting student needs and interests.
All of the above is accomplished in a context that recognizes personal growth as a lifelong process and encourages students to continue their development. Our programs accent intellectual inquiry in conjunction with development of responsible citizenship.
I know this catalog will answer many of your questions about our college and assist you in planning your course of study. I want you to know that the entire McKendree family stands ready to help you in any way possible to insure a successful college career.
Best wishes,
James M. Dennis
President of the College
What McKendree Offers
Conscious of a rich past, McKendree is prepared for a challenging future. The College takes seriously its responsibility as a liberal arts institution dedicated to preparing purposeful, effective adults whose intellectual, career, and social skills will make them able contributors in the work place – persons filled with a spirit of free inquiry and a moral commitment to truth. To these ends, McKendree offers 37 academic majors and several professional programs, with numerous academic and job-related support facilities designed to make each student’s learning experience successful and enriching.
McKendree exists to promote the
general interests of education and to qualify men and women to engage in the several employments and professions of society and to discharge honorably and usefully the various duties of life.
In pursuit of this mission the College’s goals are to provide for all of its students a general education within the liberal arts tradition of Western civilization. It sponsors and fosters, as well, some of the pre-professional and professional curricula which fit the demands of the society in which its students are immersed. To this end, it organizes and makes available its academic resources in such manner as to satisfy the educational needs not only of full-time students, but also of those whose varied responsibilities and present circumstances require special accommodation.
McKendree cherishes its historical relationship with the United Methodist Church and its tradition of Christian values. Consistent with this perspective, McKendree respects and seeks students of all persuasions, encouraging an atmosphere of open dialogue and inquiry.
The purposes of McKendree reflect the current educational and social needs of students.
1. -To develop a learning community founded on Christian ideals and dedicated to scholarship in which the search for and discovery of truth are primary objectives and to assist students in developing aims which support academic excellence and bring broader vision and enriched purpose.
2. -To develop an appreciation and understanding of human diversity by providing knowledge of and opportunity for exposure with multiple cultures and societies.
3. -To encourage in students intellectual capabilities through the programs of general education and major field of study; to offer them opportunity to develop skills and disciplines essential to critical and constructive thinking, effectiveness in writing, speaking, quantitative reasoning, computer literacy, and an appreciation of the arts; to provide a basic learning structure which students may use in preparation for professional and graduate study.
4. -To offer to students curricular and co-curricular programs through which they may become informed and responsible citizens; to recognize that effective citizenship includes an occupation to which both general education and a major field of study contribute.
5. -To work with students in the development of a constructive social and emotional adjustment and a code of behavior in harmony with Christian ideals and democratic values.
6. -To help foster values including respect, quality, access, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration.
The Tradition
Established in 1828 by pioneer Methodists, McKendree is the oldest college in Illinois, and the oldest in the nation with continuous ties to the United Methodist Church. First called Lebanon Seminary, the school opened in two rented sheds for 72 students. In 1830, Bishop William McKendree, the first American-born bishop of the Methodist Church, permitted the Board of Trustees to change the institution’s name to McKendree. Later Bishop McKendree deeded 480 acres of rich land in Shiloh Valley, Illinois, to help support the College.
Reverend Peter Akers, in 1833, was the first president of the newly named college. He was three times president of McKendree and received its first degree, an honorary Doctorate of Divinity.
In 1835, the College received one of the first charters granted to independent church colleges by the Illinois legislature. The institution still operates under the provisions of a second, more liberal charter obtained in 1839.
McKendree’s students have included many who were to pioneer in industry and business, who became senators and governors and career public servants, who were distinguished military leaders, and who filled pulpits and teaching appointments across the land.
The Setting
McKendree is located in Lebanon, Illinois, a charming community of about 3,700 people with a downtown business district in easy walking distance of the campus.
McKendree’s location is a blend of the rural and the urban. The 100-acre main
campus is within 25 minutes of downtown St. Louis to the west and equally close to the popular Carlyle Lake outdoor recreation area to the east. McKendree students thus get the best of both worlds: the serenity and security of a small town – and the advantages of a large metropolitan area – career opportunities, cultural events and institutions, shopping, professional sports, and entertainment.
Facilities
McKendree’s facilities blend well the past and the present. Two buildings – Old Main and Stevenson House, the official residence of the College president – are included in the National Register for Historical Buildings. Several other venerable campus buildings have been renovated in recent years to accommodate increased academic and administrative needs. A modern library, science building, residence hall complex, dining hall, and student center complement the architectural style of the 19th century buildings.
The Marion K. Piper Academic Center, with state-of-the-art, technologically equipped classrooms and offices, opened for classes in May 2000. Other recent additions to the campus include a fitness center and the Leemon football/track and field complex. These facilities, along with the Melvin Price Convocation Center, support an enthusiastic and growing athletic program. New classroom/office buildings at Radcliff and Louisville, Kentucky, serve McKendree’s off-campus program in Kentucky. The McKinley Center in downtown Belleville is a facility for classes offered by the nursing program and the McKendree Center at Scott program. In Fall 2006 the college anticipates the opening of its newest addition, the Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.
Holman Library
Holman Library, located at the heart of the campus in front of Fountain Plaza, provides outstanding library services and information resources to serve the constantly changing and evolving
information needs of the McKendree Community. The three floors of the Library house a growing collection of more than 80,000 book volumes in open stacks, along with more than 100,000 other items including government documents, DVDs, videos, CD-ROMs, audio CDs, ebooks, audio cassettes, microforms, and the Dillard, Grauel and Benson Wood special collections. Our electronic databases provide full text and citations to millions of scholarly research articles and other resources for every discipline taught at the College. In addition, our online catalog (I-Share) contains the holdings of Holman Library as well as 65 major academic libraries in Illinois. More than 30 million items are available to our campus community through online requests and delivered via courier service.
The dedicated Library faculty and staff offer individual and group instruction at the Library and in any classroom across McKendree’s campuses. The Library’s WebPages, http://www.mckendree.edu/library provide access to electronic and instructional resources 24 hours per day from offices, homes and residence halls.
The distinctive Bishop McKendree window overlooking campus beckons visitors to the Library. Faculty, students, staff, alumni and the Lebanon community use Holman Library for research and quiet study, as well as for leisurely browsing of books, journals and videos, or just relaxing with a current newspaper.
The Curriculum
A thorough education includes a broad exposure to the classical and modern disciplines which are the foundation stones upon which all specialized career training is built. McKendree’s curriculum builds this foundation with its required core of liberal arts studies. Core courses strengthen reasoning and quantitative skills, develop oral and written communication, and open students to new perspectives by exposing them to the sciences, sociology, history, philosophy, religion, art, language, politics, economics, psychology, and physical education. The variety of courses in the core provides students with many perspectives on their choices of careers and major concentrations for more advanced study.
By the end of the sophomore year, most students have chosen a major field and perhaps a minor field as well. Interdepartmental combinations such as political science and journalism, management and computer information systems, history and philosophy, or marketing and commercial art are only a few of the possibilities available. Faculty advisers consult at length with students about their academic and career choices.
Academic Placement
A full academic placement program is provided for McKendree students. The goal of this placement is to promote students’ success in achieving academic and career goals by identifying their skill levels in such areas as writing, reading and mathematics. Advisers then help place students in appropriate classes and design an appropriate sequence of courses to assure every student the opportunity to succeed.
Residence Requirement
Degree-seeking students at the McKendree University Lebanon Campus must earn a minimum of 64 hours in residence.
All upper-division hours required for the major and minor must be earned in residence.
The major or minor department, on a case-by-case basis, may give credit for upper-division courses prior to matriculation and may pre-approve required upper-division courses to be taken out of residence.
Once students matriculate at McKendree, all courses taken for subject or hourly credit in the Fall and Spring semesters must be taken in residence. Only transfer work that appears on the transfer institution’s transcript for a summer term will be accepted.
In rare circumstances, exceptions to this Fall and Spring enrollment policy and approval to take specific courses out of residence may be granted in advance by the student’s major department or, for undeclared students, by the Provost. If permission to take courses out of residence is granted, the major (or minor) department must pre-approve use of the courses for the major (or minor), and use of the courses and use of the courses to fulfill any other requirements must be pre-approved following the usual approval process for transfer courses. Courses to be used as electives must be pre-approved by the closest equivalent department at McKendree. Any such approval must be conferred in writing and must follow the procedures outlined on the Request for Exception to Residence form.
After completion of 64 college level hours applicable to the undergraduate degree, no more than 8 additional hours may be allowed for transfer credit.
Hours earned in overseas studies programs approved by the Provost and in courses approved by consortial or other institutional agreements are considered to be taken in residence.
For students with their first bachelor’s degree from McKendree, 32 hours applicable to the degree beyond the number of hours required for the first McKendree bachelor’s degree must be completed in residence.
For students with their first bachelor’s degree from another institution, the second bachelor’s degree requires 48 hours applicable to the degree completed in residence.
Faculty Advising
Each student is assigned a faculty adviser to provide guidance in developing a course plan that meets curriculum requirements and nurtures the student’s own interests and goals. For freshmen, this adviser may or may not be from the field of a student’s declared interest; but as a major focus develops, a student may choose a new adviser from among faculty members in the appropriate division. A change of advisers is accomplished by completing the appropriate form available from the Office of Academic Records.
McKendree places the relationship between advisers and students at the heart of the college experience, and students seek the guidance of their advisers frequently as they plan course and career choices. However, the ultimate responsibility for proper completion of all academic requirements rests with the student, not the faculty adviser.
Career Services
The office of the Director of Career Services provides a variety of services to acquaint students with career options. Individual career counseling, interest and personality assessment, and career exploration workshops offer students the opportunity to examine possible majors and careers. The Career Services Resource Center provides access to computer-based information, as well as books, magazines and brochures dealing with career planning, job search and interview skills. Information and applications for graduate school admission examinations are available as well. Workshops and individual counseling also provide assistance with resume preparation, job search correspondence, and interview skills. There are career information days and job fairs to introduce students to available fields of work and to prospective employers. Students and alumni are encouraged to register with College Central Network, the McKendree online job board.
Internships
The internship program links academic life to the challenges of the world of work. The internship experience complements traditional course-work by providing students the opportunity to apply classroom theory and knowledge in the work environment.
Through the office of the Director of Career Services, students with senior standing may arrange an academic internship, once they have completed at least 15 hours of the major requirements with a GPA consistent with major requirements for graduation. Students may register for three to eight credit hours for an internship in the major or minor field, working a total of 45 hours during the semester for each credit. Student interns work with the close supervision of faculty members, on-site supervisors, and the Director of Career Services.
Internship credit applied to a major or minor may not exceed the equivalent of one course (three to four semester hours).
Learning Resource Center
The Learning Resource Center offers assistance to all students in organizing written work, improving skills in reading and study methods, and reviewing mathematics. Free tutoring in all subjects is also available through the center, as are credit courses in basic reading and study skills. The Learning Resource Center is located in Clark Hall 302. Information can be obtained by calling the Coordinator of the Learning Resource Center at 537-6850.
Writing Resource Center
The Writing Resource Center (WRC) is located in Clark Hall 201. Experienced peer and faculty tutors provide a full range of services to students, staff, and faculty on an appointment or walk-in basis. The Writing Resource Center offers assistance with all aspects of the writing process and research and documentation. The WRC also offers in-class seminars for instructors and supports faculty who are teaching courses designated as Writing Intensive (W). Appointments may be made by calling 537-6858. Current hours are listed on the webpage at http://www.mckendree.edu/writing._center
Services for Students
with Disabilities
The College maintains a strong commitment to make all services, programs and
activities equally available to students with disabilities. To the greatest extent possible, students who have disabilities are integrated into the total student population, regular programs and normal services.
Persons with disabilities who apply are considered for admission in the same manner as non-disabled persons. Since information about disability is not solicited during the admission process, students with disabilities must identify themselves to obtain assistance. This information is totally voluntary and confidential.
Academic support services are provided through the Learning Resource Center and other departments in order that this element of the student population may obtain the maximum academic, social and cultural benefit within the college community. The Coordinator of the Learning Resource Center is responsible for program implementation and coordination of many of the programs, activities and services for students with disabilities. The coordinator offers guidance and counseling along with referrals to related offices and departments. The coordinator also provides assistance in obtaining specialized equipment, supplies, support sessions and special accommodations.
Further information can be obtained from the Coordinator of the Learning Resource Center, Clark Hall, Room 302, Tel: (618) 537-6850.
Center for Public Service
The Center for Public Service supports the development of curricular programs that link community service to academic coursework. The goals of the Center are to contribute to the intellectual development, sense of social responsibility, and active citizenship of students. These goals are pursued by engaging students in meaningful and academically sound service experiences which enhance the understanding of each discipline, provide an opportunity to practice skills specific to the various disciplines, foster personal growth as an active member of a community of learners, and cultivate the intellect and spirit of persons who care for one another and for the world in which they live and work.
Admission to the College
McKendree welcomes applications from students who seek a challenging college experience in a stimulating and friendly environment. Academic opportunities exist for emphasis in the liberal arts as well as for professional studies. All courses of study provide a foundation for a well-rounded education. Applicants are considered on an individual basis without regard to sex, race, disability, nationality, or religion.
General Information
High school students may apply for admission at the completion of their junior year. Transfer students may apply at any time prior to the semester in which they plan to enroll.
The same admission requirements apply to all degree-seeking applicants, whether full or part-time. Students may apply to take individual courses without becoming candidates for a degree. Such students may be admitted with non-degree status.
The College may require an interview as part of the admission process.
Application Procedure
Students seeking admission to McKendree must apply through the Office of Admission. To be considered for admission, an applicant must complete the following steps:
1. ----Complete and return the application for admission with a $40 non-refundable application fee. The fee is waived for students using the online application at www.mckendree.edu;
2. ----Submit an official high school or GED transcript and official scores on the American College Testing (ACT) examination or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) if not posted on the official high school transcript; and
3. ----Submit official copies of transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended.
Admission to McKendree is selective. Decisions are based on high school records, including rigor of curriculum, test scores, recommendations and evidence of student leadership. McKendree selects students who demonstrate potential and desire to succeed in a rigorous academic environment.
Application for Re-admission
Students who previously attended McKendree one year and are seeking re-admission to McKendree must complete the admission application form and supply up-to-date transcripts.
Transfer Students
To be considered for admission as a transfer student, a student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.25 for all college classes taken. (Credit awarded in transfer for post-secondary work completed elsewhere is determined by the Registrar according to policies stated in the Academic Programs and Policies section of this catalog under Transfer Credit.)
Enrolling for Classes
To enroll for classes, a student must:
1. -Be admitted to the College;
2. -Complete all admission procedures;
3. -Undergo a physical examination before classes begin and supply the record thereof;
This applies to all first year students and transfer students taking more than five credit hours per semester at McKendree. A State public health law requires that the immunization portion of the physical be completed and signed by a physician and that all updates of necessary immunizations be noted. The law does not apply to students born before 1957. Students will not be permitted to attend classes until this requirement is met.
4. -Take an English placement examination if lacking college credit for English composition;
5. -Submit non-refundable deposits as follows:
Commuter: $200 tuition deposit
Resident: $400 tuition and housing deposit
Students who have been re-admitted to the College must meet these same requirements.
Students admitted for the Fall Term may enroll for classes for the preceding Summer Term at McKendree. The Office of Admissions must be notified prior to summer enrollment.
No student will be permitted to enroll for classes for a second term unless admission and academic files are complete, including the final official high school transcript verifying graduation from that institution, official GED transcripts if applicable, official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended if applicable, and all medical and immunization records. (Please note that official transcripts are those that are mailed from institution to institution.)
Admission to Specific Programs
Nursing program
McKendree offers an upper level BSN program for registered nurses. The program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. Admission to the College does not automatically guarantee admission to the Nursing Program. Details regarding admission to the Nursing Program are discussed in the Courses of Study Section of this catalog under Nursing.
Teacher education
McKendree offers a teacher education program in both elementary and secondary education. Admission to the College does not automatically guarantee admission to the teacher education program. Requirements for admission to the various programs in teacher education are stated in the Courses of Study Section of this catalog under Education. For teacher certification purposes, no individual may present more than 9 semester hours of professional education credit from junior and community colleges.
Honors program
McKendree offers an honors program for exceptionally able students. Requirements for admission to this program are presented in the Special and Off-Campus Programs section of this catalog under Honors Program.
Athletic training
McKendree offers an athletic training program for students interested in pursuing a career as certified athletic trainers. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) until July 1, 2006 and by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) after July 1, 2006. Admission to the College does not automatically guarantee admission to the Athletic Training Program. Details regarding admission to the Athletic Training Program are discussed in the Courses of Study Section of this catalog under Athletic Training.
International Student Admission
McKendree welcomes applications for admission by international students.
We believe that these students contribute positively to the campus environment.
A student applying for admission as an international student must submit the
following documents:
1. -Application for admission; $40.00 application fee. This fee is required for completed paper applications. There is no fee if application is made at www.mckendree.edu;
2. -Supplemental Application for International Students. This application is needed for proper issuance of I-20 documents;
3. -All official secondary transcripts. If you have attended any secondary school or high school, official secondary transcripts are required. All transcripts must be translated into English;
4. -All postsecondary transcripts. If you have attended any college or university after completing your secondary school education, official postsecondary transcripts are required. All transcripts must be translated into English. Postsecondary transcripts from institutions within the United States will be evaluated for credit by McKendree. All postsecondary transcripts from international institutions must be evaluated by a credential evaluation agency in order for the admissions process to be completed. Please contact Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. at www.ece.org or (414) 289-3400 or World Education Services at www.wes.org or (800) 937-3895 for more information. Fees may range from $0-$200 for a complete credential evaluation. Please allow three to six weeks for the evaluation;
5. -An official TOEFL score report (Test of English as a Foreign Language). This exam is required for all students whose native language is not English. Exceptions may be made for those whose native language is not English, yet have completed secondary studies in English. Students may learn more about registering for this test at www.act.org or by calling (609) 771-7100;
6. -An official SAT I or ACT score report (Scholastic Aptitude Test/American College Testing). Only one of these exams is required of all first-year international students. You may learn more about registering for these tests by visiting www.act.org or by calling (319) 337-1270 for the ACT, and www.collegeboard.com or by calling (609) 771-7600 for the SAT;
7. -A letter from your bank. This document will verify that the student has the financial ability to fund his or her education for one year. An amount equal to the cost of attendance, less any institutional aid awarded to the student, must be provided in the letter. The cost of attendance for international students is $28,000 for the 2005-2006 academic year. This letter must be on official bank letterhead;
8. -A completed medical form. This document must be filled out by the applicant and his or her medical doctor. Required information is needed from the student’s medical history, which should include immunizations and a recent physical examination;
9. -Letters of recommendation from teachers and coaches. These letters are not required, but are encouraged from all students.
In addition to these documents, F-1 transfer students from other U.S. colleges must also provide a copy of their current I-20 form.
Please send all required materials to:
McKendree
Office of Admission
701 College Road
Lebanon, Illinois 62254-1229
For more information about International Admissions, please contact: Christine Thomas, International Student Counselor, cethomas@mckendree.edu, (800) 232-7228, ext. 6408. For more information about International Student Services, please contact the Director of Residence Life at: (800) 232-7228, ext. 6855.
Home Schooling Admissions Policy
McKendree welcomes applications from home-schooled students.
If you are completing your high school education under the aegis of a diploma-granting organization, you will need to submit evidence of the coursework completed and performance evaluation. For those not completing their diploma with an organization, we require a detailed portfolio of the work you have completed to assess your level of preparation for college-level work at McKendree. This portfolio should include descriptions of books and other curricular material used and mastered in preparation for college-level courses, transcripts from community colleges or other courses, scores from Advanced Placement tests, recommendations from qualified tutors or teachers, examples of independent research, or evidence of completed units in science English or other academic subjects. We also strongly encourage home-schooled students to provide a sample of their writing.
All McKendree applicants must submit either an ACT or SAT score with their
application.These tests are administered independently of school systems and are open to anyone.
Letters of recommendation are particularly important for applicants. Your referees should be qualified to evaluate you not only as a student but also as an individual and member of the community.
If you have additional questions about the McKendree admissions process, please contact our office.
The McKendree
Intellectual Experience
A McKendree education combines liberal arts and career directions by cultivating the intellect and spirit of persons who care for one another and for the world in which they live. The College promotes the highest level of academic, ethical, civic, and career development possible for all students. All students are capable of intellectual and personal growth within a college environment that encourages them to be active members of a community of learners. The College therefore makes its program of study available to all qualified students, encouraging persons at many levels of experience to continue their development through the challenge of further education in the arts and sciences. More specifically, the College aims, through its liberal arts and disciplinary curricula, for all students to achieve the McKendree Intellectual Experience that includes:
1. -Oral, written, literary, and creative expression;
2. -Analytical, quantitative and scientific exploration;
3. -Ethical implications of knowledge and social responsibility;
4. -Diversity of culture within the global community; and
5. -Intensive understanding of a major area of knowledge that integrates:
a.) Critical reasoning
b.) Information Literacy
c.) Student Engagement