2014-2015
MSW STUDENT
HANDBOOK
Table of Contents
Vision, Values, Mission & Goals
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Administrative Structure and Governance of the School
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Student Government
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Activities
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Membership
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Structure
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Student Facilities and Services
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Communication
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Email
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Community Moodle
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Address Changes
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Bulletin Boards
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Student Telephone Use
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General Information & Campus Resources
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Parking
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Student Identification Card
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Textbooks
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Security
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Food Service
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Student Health Center
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Library
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Facilities For Students With Disabilities
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Disability Accommodations
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Rehabilitation Act
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ADA
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Faculty Rights & Responsibilities in Dealing with Students with Disabilities 12
Student with Disabilities Rights & Responsibility
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Student Rights and Responsibilities
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Student Responsibilities
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LSU Code of Student Conduct
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Standards of Social Work Education
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Academic Integrity
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Professional Behavior
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Information Sharing
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Policies & Procedures for Review of Academic Performance
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Performance that May Result in Review and/or Possible Expulsion
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Levels of Review
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Student Appeal Procedure
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Non-Academic Appeals
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Grading
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Examinations & Grades
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Grade Requirements
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Grade Appeals
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Student Evaluation of Teaching
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Termination from Social Work Program
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Discrimination & Sexual Harassment
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Discrimination
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Sexual Harassment
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The Master’s Degree Program
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Admissions
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Time Limit for Completion of Degree
Program of Study
Field Internship Instruction
Field Internship Advanced Year Exception Procedure
Part-time Students
Online Education
Certificate in Gerontology
Certificate in Child & Youth Services
Academic Advising
Faculty Advisor
Office of Student Services
Pre-Registration Information
Foundation and Advanced Year Assemblies
Registration
Course Load Requirements
Dropping & Adding Courses
Transfer Credit & Waivers
Redundancy Policy
Electives
Requirements For The Degree
Thesis Option
Non-Thesis: Capstone
Deadlines & Professional Commitments
Fees & Financial Aid
Tuition Awards
Graduate Assistantships
Stipends
Scholarships
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The LSU School of Social Work was founded in 1937 in the era of the “New Deal” programs,
reflecting a growing national need for professional social workers in practice and administrative
roles. Originally known as the Graduate School of Public Welfare Administration, the School
has prepared many social workers in Louisiana and across the country for professional social
work careers. The School is a charter member of the Council on Social Work Education and its
masters program has maintained continuous accreditation with that body since its inception. Its
parent institution, L.S.U., is the flagship of the system of higher education in Louisiana and one
of the original land grant universities. As part of this inheritance, the School is dedicated to the
promotion of the well being of Louisiana residents, and this dedication continues to guide many
of the school’s activities.
Vision, Values, Mission & Goals
Vision
The LSU School of Social Work (SSW) aspires to be a leading graduate school of social work, a
vibrant center for intellectual development, a leader in promoting and supporting diverse
communities, and an advocate for an integrated and inclusive model of social work, all within a
learning environment that supports best educational practices and the LSU national flagship
agenda.
Values
The guiding philosophy of the School of Social Work includes values that create a framework for
ethical and informed social work education, research, and service. These values include
 Embracing the ideals of equality, social and economic justice, and self-determination
 Focusing on person-in-environment as the central concept shaping our curriculum and
practice
 Developing social work knowledge and disseminating said knowledge to students,
communities, and policy makers
 Promoting healthy relationships, diversity, and multiculturalism in the community
 Advancing the profession of social work
School Mission
The mission of the School of Social Work is to prepare highly competent, effective, and ethical
social work professionals to serve diverse, vulnerable, and impoverished populations. Through
our educational programs we dedicate ourselves to the instruction, development, and
dissemination of evidence-informed knowledge and skills to advance contemporary and future
social work practice. Embedded within our mission is a commitment to culturally competent
practice and service to the people of Louisiana and the Delta region, including leadership and
consultation to individuals and organizations serving our constituents. Our mission affirms our
core values of social and economic justice, respect for the dignity and worth of each individual,
and the centrality of human relationships to well-being.
School of Social Work Goals & Objectives
In implementing its mission, the School of Social Work commits to:
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Expand a nationally prominent MSW Program, being ranked among the top programs in
the southeastern region and demonstrate a progressively improving national ranking;
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Expand a nationally and internationally prominent Ph.D. Program;
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Expand our undergraduate opportunities;
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Extend the reach of the Office of Social Service Research and Development (OSSRD);
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Increase support for research, scholarship, instruction and community engagement;
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Increase diversity among faculty, staff and students;
Bolster the infrastructure to maximize operations
MSW Program Goals
In implementing its mission, the MSW program commits to:
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Prepare ethical social work professionals. Ethical social work practice requires
students to acquire critical thinking skills and to use supervision in order to resolve
ethical dilemmas.
Since cultural competence and work with diverse, vulnerable, and impoverished
populations are fundamental parts of the mission, Goal II focuses on students learning
to function as culturally competent social workers in settings that serve diverse,
vulnerable, and impoverished populations.
By ensuring that students are able to work with an on behalf of diverse client systems
that fail to meet their needs, the school transmits one of its core values: social and
economic justice.
Producing students that understand and critically analyze social policy and its impact on
practice, on service delivery systems, and on vulnerable populations also supports the
school’s core value of social and economic justice.
Preparing students to plan and implement interventions at all systems levels based on a
thorough assessment of strengths and relevant contextual factors enable students to
practice in the context of Louisiana and the Delta region.
By preparing students to identify, select and evaluate evidence-based interventions and
programs, the school strives to instruct and disseminate evidence-informed knowledge
and skills.
For the full text of the LSU School of Social Work’s Vision, Values, Goals & Objectives, please
visit the school’s webpage at www.socialwork.lsu.edu
The School’s first and largest educational program is the Master of Social Work (the advanced
professional practice qualification in social work). The school also offers a multidisciplinary,
research-based doctoral degree in Social Work, a bachelors degree in Child and Family
Studies, and a minor in Social Work. Finally, it teaches courses to other students as a service to
the university and provides continuing education opportunities to professional social workers.
Currently, the School of Social Work has approximately 250 graduate students, 130
undergraduates, 12 full time faculty, and 6 support staff. The School faculty counts its teaching
activities as central to their role. Faculty, however, also are vigorously engaged in scholarly
inquiry and writing, grant-funded research, and contract research for social agencies in the
state.
This handbook gives MSW students a valuable road map through the School’s activities,
administration, educational programs, facilities, services, and student rights and responsibilities.
This current Handbook was amended in 2014 by the Office of Student Services. All information
in the Handbook is subject to change.
ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE AND GOVERNANCE OF THE SCHOOL
The Director of the School of Social Work is responsible for the overall operations of the school,
while the faculty administers the MSW program. The MSW Program Director oversees the MSW
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curriculum and field programs. The Associate Director/Director of Field Education and Assistant
Director of Field Education work closely with the faculty to craft high quality field education for
students. The Associate Director/Director of Student Services works closely with students,
faculty and the university at large to facilitate all aspects of student affairs. Various faculty
committees monitor such School activities as curriculum design, field internship, research, and
faculty recruitment and retention.
Students, alumni, faculty, and staff labor together as a professional community to produce the
next generations of competent professional social workers by providing excellent education,
scholarship, and field learning. Active organizations represent students through:
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the Social Work Student Association (SWSA), Alpha Delta Mu Honor Society, Social
Workers Advocating for Equality, and National Association of Black Social Worker’s
Student Association
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Social Work students play an integral role in the School’s work by joining the Social Work
Student Association (SWSA). The goal of SWSA is to enhance the educational, vocational,
and social opportunities of students through networking, community service, and advocacy for
social work policies.
Activities
To meet this objective, SWSA:
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offers regular educational meetings, fund-raisers, and social events which give
students and faculty the chance to communicate about common concerns;
publishes a yearly Student Directory (distributed free to members and may be
purchased by non-members) listing students’ addresses, telephone numbers, email
and internships;
sends student representatives to serve on various School committees such as the
MSW , Program Evaluation, Diversity, and the Field Internship Committees to
represent student perspective about School functioning;
coordinates diversity training and presentations to students and faculty.
participates in School policy-making by meeting regularly with the Director about
student concerns;
coordinates a Big Buddy Program, to assist new students with issues such as
registration, parking, internships, and expectations of graduate school.
organizes outlets for members to participate in human service lobbying and
volunteer activities;
Membership
The School and the student body urge every social work student to become a member
by paying the $25 yearly dues by the publicized due date. Membership entitles students
to voting privileges, opportunities to serve on committees, and the privilege of seeking
election.
Structure
In the spring, SWSA members elect their officers (president, vice president, secretary,
treasurer) and student representatives (two representatives each from the first-year
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class and the second-year class, a representative from the part-time program, and a
minority representative). These individuals serve one-year terms. Together with the
faculty sponsor, these students form the SWSA Board. However, the major work of the
organization is done by committees, which include:
Standing Committees
Communications
Student Affairs
Social
Bulletin Board
Fundraising
Appointed Committees
Design
Network
Graduation
STUDENT FACILITIES & SERVICES
The LSU School of Social Work is located in the Huey P. Long Fieldhouse, an historic
building on campus that has in the past variously served as the fieldhouse, the Student
Union, and an athletic dormitory. Though the building suffers the effects of age, the
School works hard to upgrade its appearance and usefulness. Important locations are:
Classrooms
Student Lounges
Rooms 152, 179, 184, and 175B (first floor)
Room 170: soft drink & snack machine
Room 172: meeting room
Room 175D: access to restroom and study
area
First floor, near main entrance of building
Second and third floors
Third Floor (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Third Floor (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
First Floor, near classroom area
Roster of office locations
Faculty Offices
Administrative Offices
Faculty Mailboxes
Bulletin Boards
COMMUNICATION
Email
Email using LSU’s MYLSU is the primary method of communicating with students and all
students are required to obtain a MYLSU email address. All correspondence, forms,
materials, etc will be sent electronically to all students. Log in information is emailed to
students upon acceptance to LSU by ITS. It is the responsibility of students to regularly
check their email. Email addresses are maintained for MYLSU accounts only.
Forwarding MYLSU mail to another service provider mailbox is the responsibility of the
student. More information on email accounts available through LSU can be obtained
by calling the Computing Services Center at 225-578-3375.
Community Moodle
A Community Moodle Student site is a secondary method of commutating with students.
This site houses pertinent information for all students and is a school only site. Login and
password Information to the site will be distributed at the Student Assembly in August.
Address Changes
Students whose physical address and/or telephone numbers change during the course
of the year must update this information with the School of Social Work AND the
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University Registrar’s Office. The School of Social Work change can be made by
emailing the Office of Student Services, who directs the change to other offices within
the School of Social Work. The University Registrar’s change can be made by visiting
the office in Thomas Boyd Hall or by using the student’s MYLSU account. If a student
fails to notify the University Registrar’s Office and the Office of Student Services, he or
she will still be held accountable for the correspondence and will not be relieved of any
responsibility from the contents of the correspondence.
Bulletin Boards
Students should regularly check the bulletin boards for School information, including
reminders and job announcements, SWSA, ADM, SWAE and NABSW activities,
programs at other universities, community programs, and other available services. It is
the responsibility of each student to read the bulletin boards and be familiar with the
information that pertains to them.
Student Telephone Use
Phone in administrative and faculty offices can be used with permission and in
emergency situations. In crisis circumstances, the support staff will take a message for a
student who is attending classes and efforts will be made to locate the student. As a
professional courtesy, cell phone use is prohibited in classrooms.
GENERAL INFORMATION & STUDENT RESOURCES
Parking
Parking for students is available on the LSU campus. When students register, the Office
of Parking & Transportation will mail a “Blue” commuter parking tag. This tag should be
visible at all times and allows the student to park in any blue commuter lot. Special
provisions are made for those students who have special physical or medical problems.
Students are only permitted to park in assigned lots and designated areas; deviating
from these areas will result in a parking ticket or having the car towed away. Students
must satisfy all parking tickets (as well as all outstanding fines) at the business office in
order to register for the next semester, obtain a transcript, receive grades, or graduate.
After 4:30 p.m., students can use most campus parking spaces as long as the parking
pass is properly displayed. https://sites01.lsu.edu/wp/parking/
Student Identification Card
Upon paying fees to the university, all new students are required to obtain a student
identification card. The ID Office is located in the Student Union. Students must present
this ID to check out library books, take advantage of student rates at the Union
recreational areas, attend campus functions at a discount rate, and obtain student
tickets to athletic events. Some area businesses also offer discounts to students who
present their ID. The student ID card is also used as a debit card, which allows the
student to make purchases around campus. http://unionweb.lsu.edu/
Textbooks
Several commercially-owned bookstores within the three-block area adjoining campus
carry books and school materials. Students should be prepared to purchase multiple
textbooks for each class.
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Security
Student safety and security is a major priority of LSU; the campus makes every effort to
keep the environment as safe and well-lit as possible. Personal items should be kept
with a student at all times. Most buildings on campus are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The campus has its own police force, and an escort service is available for female
students during the evening hours. http://sites01.lsu.edu/wp/lsupd/. Students are advised
to register with LSU's emergency alert system to receive important campus safety information
(http://itsweb.lsu.edu/VCIT/etxt/item8491.html).
Food Service
Residence Food Services offers several meal plans for on-campus and off-campus
students. Several restaurants are housed in the Union, where students can enjoy
breakfast, lunch and dinner. Students may also purchase snacks and groceries at
Foster’s Café, Laville’s Food Emporium, The Five and Take Five, all within a five minute
walk. For more information on meal plans or restaurant locations contact Residence
Food Services at 578-6642. http://www.dineoncampus.com/lsu/
Student Health Center
During the registration process, all full-time students are required to pay a health service
fee. Part-time students may elect to pay this fee, thereby entitling them to use the
Health Center services on the same basis as regular students. Dependents, however,
are not entitled to use the service.
The Health Center offers free of charge to those students who have paid the fee, the
services of six full-time physicians (including one full-time gynecologist) and five
specialty clinics. In addition to the outpatient medical clinic, the Health Center offers a
mental health clinic, pharmacy, medical laboratory, x-ray, and physical therapy. The
Center charges reduced rates for prescriptions, tests, x-rays, and physical therapy.
Students with serious conditions are referred to outside physicians and hospitals at the
student’s expense. The Health Center operates Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
and on Saturday from 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. For more information or to make an
appointment, call 578-6271. Student hospitalization insurance is available at nominal
rates at registration for those who wish to purchase it. Also available to students is a 24hour counseling information and referral service. Call THE PHONE (924-5781).
http://www.shc.lsu.edu/
Library
The various LSU libraries house approximately 2.46 million volumes. Middleton Library,
a depository for state and U.S. government publications, features a newspaper
collection, extensive microform holdings, and listening rooms with extensive collections
of recordings. The open-shelf arrangement of the Middleton Library’s main collection
makes material accessible. Assistance is available through a centralized reference
service, a central periodicals reading room, and a government documents reference
desk.
Students may check out books at the Middleton Library with an LSU identification card.
The Interlibrary Loan program allows students to borrow research material not found in
the Middleton Library. During the fall and spring semesters, Middleton Library is
generally open Monday - Thursday 7:15 a.m. - 12:00 a.m., Friday 7:15 a.m. - 10 p.m.,
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. -2 a.m. The library hours differ during
holidays, intersession, and summer. More information regarding library services,
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including computerized literature searches, may be obtained from the Central Reference
Department at 578-8875. http://www.lib.lsu.edu/
Facilities for Students with Disabilities
The first floor classroom areas are served by a ramp and a handicapped-accessible
restroom is located near the classrooms area. Each classroom is equipped with
wheelchair accessible seating. An elevator located on the first floor gives students
access to the second and third floors during normal business hours, which houses the
faculty and administrative offices. In order to assist faculty to better plan the
educational experience, the School asks that if students have special physical or
mental needs, they register with the Office of Disability Services located in Johnston
Hall (578-5919). http://disability.lsu.edu/
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
To the extent a student has a disability which impacts the student’s ability to perform in the
classroom and/or duties Associateiated with a field placement and seeks accommodations
relative to same, then a request for accommodations must be made through the Office of
Disability Services. The accommodations letter must be submitted to each faculty member for
whom the student is requesting the accommodation as well as submitting this letter of
accommodation along WITH the field internship application to the Field Office.
In order to register with this office the student must have a learning, physical, psychological, or
other disability which causes functional limitations that significantly impacts one or more major
life activities. A student must provide required documentation regarding their disability to the
Office of Disability Services at 112 Johnston Hall. A student with a disability is entitled by law
to equal access to University programs. Two federal laws protect persons with disabilities in
postsecondary education: the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Pub. L. No. 93-112, as amended),
the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (Pub. L. No. 101-336) and that ADA Amendments
Act (Pub. L. No.110-325).
The Rehabilitation Act
Title V of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is generally regarded as the first civil rights
legislation on the national level for people with disabilities. Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act is a program access statute. This statute prohibits discrimination on
the basis of disability in any program or activity offered by an entity or institution
receiving federal funds.
Section 504 (as amended) states:
No otherwise qualified person with a disability in the United States . . . shall, solely on
the basis of disability, be denied access to, or the benefits of, or be subjected to
discrimination under any program or activity provided by any institution receiving federal
financial assistance.
Under Section 504, institutions are required to appoint and maintain at least one person
to coordinate efforts to comply with the requirements of Section 504 (Section 504
Coordinator). This individual or office has the ongoing responsibility of assuring that they
be included in any grievance procedures developed to address possible instances of
discrimination brought against the institution. At LSU, the established office for the
coordination of Section 504 compliance for students with disabilities is DS, located at
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115 Johnston Hall at 225/578-5919 or [email protected].
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of
2008
The ADA is a federal, civil rights statute that prohibits discrimination against persons with
disabilities. The five sections of this law include employment, public services, public
accommodations and services operated by private entities, telecommunications, and
miscellaneous provisions. The ADA provides additional protection for persons with
disabilities in conjunction with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The ADA is designed to
remove barriers that prevent qualified individuals with disabilities from enjoying the same
opportunities that are available to persons without disabilities.
Universities are covered in many ways under the ADA. Employment is addressed by
Title I, accessibility provided by public and private entities as addressed by Titles II and
III, transportation is addressed under Title IV, and miscellaneous items are addressed
The ADA in Relation to Section 504
Institutions that receive federal funds are covered under Section 504. Universities are
also covered under ADA. ADA does not supplant Section 504; however in situations
where the ADA provides greater protection, ADA standards apply. Therefore,
universities must adhere to both the Rehabilitation Act and the ADA.
Disability Definition
The ADA defines a person with a disability as a person:
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who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more
major life activities,
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who has a record of the disability, or
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who is regarded as having a disability.
Mental Impairment
A mental impairment is defined as any psychological disorder, such as organic brain
syndrome, emotional or mental illness, or a specific learning disability.
Major Life Activity
(A) IN GENERAL- For purposes of paragraph (1), major life activities include, but are not
limited to, caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, seeing, hearing, eating, sleeping,
walking, standing, lifting, bending, speaking, breathing, learning, reading, concentrating,
thinking, communicating, and working.
(B) MAJOR BODILY FUNCTIONS- For purposes of paragraph (1), a major life activity
also includes the operation of a major bodily function, including but not limited to,
functions of the immune system, normal cell growth, digestive, bowel, bladder,
neurological, brain, respiratory, circulatory, endocrine, and reproductive functions.
(3) REGARDED AS HAVING SUCH AN IMPAIRMENT- For purposes of paragraph
(1)(C):
(A) An individual meets the requirement of `being regarded as having such an
impairment' if the individual establishes that he or she has been subjected to an action
prohibited under this Act because of an actual or perceived physical or mental
impairment whether or not the impairment limits or is perceived to limit a major life
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activity.
(B) Paragraph (1)(C) shall not apply to impairments that are transitory and minor. A
transitory impairment is an impairment with an actual or expected duration of 6 months
or less.
Physical/Mental Impairment
A physical impairment is defined as any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic
disfiguration, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems:
Cardiovascular
Digestive
Genito-Unirinary
Hemic and Lymphatic
Musculoskeletal
Nerological
Respiratory (including Speech Organs)
Reproductive
Skin and Endocrine
Special Sense Organs
PLEASE NOTE: Faculty DO NOT have the right to ask students if they have a disability.
However, if students choose to disclose their disability, this information should be treated
confidentially.
FACULTY RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
FACULTY HAVE THE RIGHT TO:
Documentation
• Request verification of a student’s eligibility for any requested accommodations.
Such verification will be in the form of a letter written by DS and delivered by the
student. DS is the only office designated to review disability documentation
and determine eligibility for appropriate accommodations. Faculty should
not view this documentation.
Accommodations
• Expect the student to initiate accommodation requests.
• If the student is taking their tests at DS, expect DS to administer exams in a
secure and monitored environment.
FACULTY HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO:
Accommodations
• Identify and establish essential functions, abilities, skills, and knowledge of
their courses and evaluate students on this basis. Students with disabilities
should meet the same course expectations as their peers. DS strongly
recommends this information be addressed on the syllabus.
• Provide accommodations only to students who are registered with DS. It is NOT
your responsibility to provide accommodations to students who are not registered
with DS.
• Use a syllabus statement and class announcements to invite students to disclose
their needs. Syllabus statements are available on via the web site under the
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faculty link at www.lsu.edu/disability.
Act immediately upon getting a student’s request for accommodations by
contacting DS (if unsure about request), by providing the service or by meeting
with students to complete an Examination Request Form. An Examination
Request Form is a form that facilitates examination accommodations at DS and
should be completed by the student and faculty member collaboratively. The
student is responsible for submitting the Examination Request Form. If you have
questions, contact DS at 225/578-2613 or [email protected].
• If a student needs alternative media, please provide DS with syllabi, textbooks,
course packets etc., well before classes begin (5 weeks prior to the start of the
semester is recommended) in order for students with disabilities to use
alternative media when all other students have course materials. With such
timely consideration, students with disabilities who have alternative media needs
for accommodations and instructional access will be served. Converting print
materials is both labor and time intensive. Alternative media may be print
material in Braille, on audiotapes, scanned onto discs, or enlarged.
• Work to ensure that all audio-visual materials used in class are accessible (e.g.,
that videos shown are captioned for students with hearing impairments and that
the VCR equipment used has captioning capabilities, that videos shown will be
made with auditory description in some way or that written transcripts will be
provided, etc.)
• Consider incorporating principles of Universal Design for Learning in your
teaching. A fact sheet is available on Universal Design from DS or via
www.lsu.edu/disability
Confidentiality
• Treat and protect all disability-related information as confidential medical
information. For example, keep printed items, such as Examination Request
Forms , Accommodation letters from DS or emails regarding student disabilityrelated information in a protected location.
Communication
• Clearly communicate your testing procedures with the student and with DS by
completing an Examination Request Form upon request.
• Consult with students with disabilities and ODS in providing appropriate
accommodations.
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STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
STUDENTS HAVE THE RIGHT TO:
Confidentiality
• Expect all disability-related information to be treated confidentiality.
Accommodations
• Receive appropriate accommodations in a timely manner from faculty or DS.
Student should have the opportunity to meet privately with faculty to discuss
needed accommodations and any other concerns. Please keep in mind that DS
is the only office designated to review disability-related documentation and
determine eligibility for appropriate accommodations.
• Appeal decisions regarding accommodations and auxiliary aids. For more
information, see the DS Student Handbook or visit www.lsu.edu/disability.
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STUDENTS HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO:
Documentation
• Provide DS with appropriate documentation of the disability.
Confidentiality
• Go to the instructor’s office hours or make an appointment with the instructor to
facilitate privacy when requesting accommodations.
Accommodations
• Initiate request for specific accommodations in a timely manner, preferably earlier
in the semester.
• Follow procedures with faculty and DS in order to get the appropriate
accommodations. An Examination Request Form must be submitted for every
exam taken in DS’s testing lab.
• Inform DS of the materials you need in alternate format as soon as possible.
• Notify faculty/DS immediately when an accommodation is not being provided
completely or correctly.
• Notify faculty/DS immediately when a decision has been made to not use an
accommodation or the accommodation is no longer needed.
• Provide for their own personal living needs or other personal disability-related
needs. For example, coordinating services of personal care attendants or
requiring homework assistance are a student’s responsibilities and not the
responsibilities of DS.
Communication
• Act as their own advocate. Work with counselors to develop advocacy skills and
their ability to communicate specific needs and accommodations to faculty.
Note: Students will not be given accommodations without proper registration, documentation
and consultation with the faculty member about the accommodation.
STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
As citizens, LSU students possess the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the US
Constitution, the state of Louisiana, and federal, state, and local laws. Among these are
freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of the press, freedom of peaceful
assembly, freedom to petition, due process rights, and equal protection under the law.
There are, however, limitations on the time, place, and circumstances in which
constitutionally guaranteed freedoms and rights may be exercised. U.S. courts have
recognized that reasonable university regulation of student conduct is necessary, and
have also established standards by which to judge those regulations. The School of
Social Work shares a commitment to apply these student rights in class, in internship,
and in all transactions with School faculty, administration, and staff.
In addition to the basic rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution and
interpreted by the courts, the University recognizes rights specific to students in the
student-university relationship. Students have the right:
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to participate in activities of the University free from discrimination or harassment on the
grounds of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or
veterans status;
to the opportunity for a quality education;
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to know the University’s regulations, rules, and policies by which they are governed;
to participate in the formulation of University policies and to advocate changes in
University regulations, rules, and policies;
to a formal grade appeal procedure, in which the student may request consideration of
an action by the University through one of its employees which the student believes
adversely affected her/him; and
to confidentiality of all student educational, disciplinary, medical and psychiatric records.
Student Responsibilities
With student rights come student responsibilities. Federal court decisions affirm that, by
voluntary entrance into the academic community, the student voluntarily assumes
obligations and responsibilities reasonably imposed by the University. Beyond those
responsibilities embodied in the law, students have the responsibility:
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to be good citizens of the LSU community, conducting themselves in a manner
which helps create an environment conducive to the broad educational mission
of LSU;
to learn and comply with rules, policies, and requirements established by
the University for the governance of students; and
to respect the rights and freedoms of other members of the LSU
community.
Students’ responsibilities are detailed in the Code of Student Conduct.
http://saa.lsu.edu/code
The Handbook contains a Commitment to Community. This commitment to the
community states that Louisiana State University is an interactive community in which
students, faculty, and staff together strive to pursue truth, advance learning, and uphold
the highest standards of performance in an academic and social environment. It is a
community that fosters individual development and the creation of bonds that transcend
the time spent within its gates.
To demonstrate my pride in LSU, as a member of its community, I will:
• accept responsibility for my actions;
• hold myself and others to the highest standards of academic, personal, and social
integrity;
• practice justice, equality, and compassion in human relations;
• respect the dignity of all persons and accept individual differences;
• respect the environment and the rights and property of others and the University;
• contribute positively to the life of the campus and surrounding community; and
• use my LSU experience to be an active citizen in an international and interdependent
world.
The continued success of LSU depends on the faithful commitment by each community
member to these, our basic principles.
The School of Social Work also sets forth certain student obligations. Social work
students should exhibit professional behavior consistent with social work values and
ethics as prescribed by the NASW Code of Ethics. Because students in internship
training represent the social work profession, they must ensure that their behavior,
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dress, and demeanor are compatible with professional standards. Also, social work
students are responsible to adhere to School policies surrounding course requirements,
sequences of courses, and other curriculum issues. The University sets another student
responsibility forth: Students are responsible to attend all classes.
Code of Student Conduct
The proper use of the University's disciplinary power is to protect the academic
environment of the campus and the health and safety of all members of the University
community. To accomplish these objectives, the University must establish and enforce
standards of conduct for its students. The University has the legal right to establish
standards for academic and personal conduct, for membership and continued
membership in the University community, to deny membership to those applicants who
do not meet these standards, and to impose disciplinary sanctions on students who are
found in violation of these standards.
The counseling of students is a component of the educational process. The University
has long held that the counseling involved in student discipline is an integral part of the
University's overall effort to accomplish its educational objectives. The effectiveness of
any counseling or dialogue with a particular student is largely dependent upon
cooperation by the student. Further, even when deemed effective, counseling is
generally a complement to the sanction(s) one receives for a finding of violation. Being
held accountable for one's actions is an essential part of the developmental process, and
the University disciplinary system strives to foster self reflection and an understanding of
the connection between one's actions and the consequences which flow from those
actions.
It is the prerogative of the University, through the faculty, administrators, and other
employees, to decide on the correct application of general policy statements and
procedures to students. In making these decisions, both the rights of the student and the
needs of the University in accomplishing its educational goals and mission must be
considered. Faculty and staff are required to utilize the procedures outlined in the Code
of Student Conduct when they become aware of behavior that may be in violation of the
standards of conduct listed herein.
The Code also outlines students' rights under the University's judicial process. In
addition to these rights, students retain all the basic rights and freedoms guaranteed to
all citizens. Other particular rights and responsibilities of LSU students are included in
various Policy Statements (PS) and Permanent Memoranda (PM) that are outlined
below. The Code of Student Conduct can be found at http://saa.lsu.edu/code
Locations and Situations that Code Applies–
In addition to Section 8.2A, University accountability for a violation of this Code shall be
taken only for conduct by a Student that takes place in the following areas or situations:
A. The Campus;
B. University-sponsored activities away from the Campus;
C. Functions of University-sponsored organizations away from Campus including
LSU Study Abroad Programs and or Registered Student Organizations;
D. Fraternity and sorority property, including other locations which a reasonable
person would conclude is a chapter residence or facility;
E. Property in the possession of, owned, or controlled by the Board of Supervisors,
including, but not limited to other institutions and campuses in the Board of
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Supervisors system;
F. Events, sponsored or informal;
G. Distance learning/online courses.
Standards of Social Work Education
The LSU School of Social Work strives to prepare students for competent, ethical and
culturally appropriate social work practice. Because of the professional practice
component, the School of Social Work has different standards and expectations of our
students than do other non-professional programs in the University. Therefore, it should
be understood by the student that both professional behavior and scholastic
performance comprise academic standards.
Students are expected to abide by the NASW Code of Ethics, the Louisiana Practice
Act: Rules, Regulations and Procedures of the Practice Act; NASW Standards for the
agency; and to uphold the rules and procedures of their placement agencies. These
standards and expectations are necessary for students to become effective social work
professionals and are provided so that students and faculty are clear about these
expectations and policies to address academic performance concerns, which include
professional behavior.
Students are provided with or given information on where to find these professional
publications in the summer preceding the start of the MSW program and during the
August assemblies and field orientations. In August during the student assembly and
field orientations, students sign an acknowledgement stating they have read and
understand and will abide by the NASW Code of Ethics. Signed forms are kept in the
students’ file. The goal of the standards of social work education is to assist students in
having a positive experience in the School of Social Work in order to succeed in our
program.
Academic Integrity
At the heart of the intellectual process lies the principle of academic integrity. Students
are expected to do their own work, and where the work of another is used, to give
proper credit for the source. To falsify one’s work or to steal the words or ideas of
another is to corrupt the process by which knowledge is advanced.
According to LSU policy, academic dishonesty--implying conscious deception--will not
be tolerated. Students convicted of any form of academic dishonesty receive an “F”
grade in the course and are subject to additional sanctions ranging from probation to
suspension to expulsion, depending on the nature and severity of the offense. For
details check the Code of Student Conduct, found in the Student Handbook. Information
regarding what is plagiarism and understanding plagiarism can be found at
http://saa.lsu.edu/code
Professional Behavior Expectations
Because of the nature of professional social work practice, the School of Social Work
has different expectations of students than do non-professional programs. All students
are expected to abide by the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
Social workers traditionally serve vulnerable and/or disadvantaged populations. Schools
of Social Work, in conjunction with agency supervisors, have an ongoing responsibility to
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protect consumers, and to ensure that graduating social work students are competent to
begin practice and meet professional ethical standards. The LSU School of Social
Work’s policies are linked to students' abilities to become effective social work
professionals and are provided so that students and faculty can be clear about
expectations and procedures to address academic performance concerns, which include
professional behavior. Students are expected to exhibit behaviors that are in
compliance with the LSU School of Social Work program policies, LSU University
policies and professional ethical standards in the classroom, field setting and
community. Students are expected to maintain professionalism in all verbal, written and
social media communication with faculty, staff, agency personnel and student
colleagues.
Students are accountable as representatives of their agency, their school, and the social
work profession. Students are expected to abide by the NASW Code of Ethics, the
Louisiana Practice Act: Rules, Regulations and Procedures of the Practice Act; NASW
Standards for the agency; and to uphold the rules and procedures of their placement
agencies. The School of Social Work requires students to demonstrate professional
demeanor, appropriate relationships, and ethical behavior. Failure to meet these ethical
standards may result in a Failing grade and expulsion from the MSW Program. Please
refer to Information Sharing Agreement in Reference Section.
Information Sharing
Information disclosed during student meetings or correspondence with faculty, faculty
advisor, field coordinators, faculty liaisons, field supervisors or school administrators will
not be kept confidential if the information raises concerns about the student's
professional and/or academic performance. Faculty, field office coordinators, school
administrators and field supervisors will share pertinent information with each other and
the student for the professional purpose of identifying student issues and enhancing
problem solving about the concerns. The field agency serves as the academic setting
for the field internship course. The field instructor, along with the overall academic
program and faculty liaison, collaborate to support and guide the student’s development
as a professional social worker. To work together effectively, it is essential that
relevant information be shared between involved parties. This information will be shared
to protect clients as well as students, and to facilitate placement and learning in all
aspects of education.
POLICIES & PROCEDURES FOR REVIEW OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Three levels of review can occur in reviewing student’s academic performance. The
level of review depends upon the severity of the concern. Information disclosed during
student meetings with faculty, administrative staff, or field instructors will not be kept
confidential if the information raises concerns about professional and/or academic
performance as per the Information Sharing Agreement signed by all students. Faculty
and professional staff will share pertinent information with each other for the purpose of
identifying student issues and enhancing problem solving about the concerns.
Performance that May Result in a Review and/or Possible Expulsion from the
School of Social Work
Student reviews may occur under the following circumstances:
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Failure to meet or maintain academic requirements as stated under the Grade
Requirements of this handbook and the Graduate School Bulletin
Academic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating, lying, plagiarism,
falsifying academic records or any act designed to give an unfair academic
advantage to the student.
Behavior judged to be in violation of the NASW Code of Ethics
A threat or attempt to harm oneself or someone else
Commission of crime that is contrary to professional practice. Students will notify
the Office of Student Services within 7 business days of the crime.
Consistent and documented pattern of unprofessional behavior
Removal of a student from a field placement for reasons outlined in the Field
Manual.
Violation of any university policy as outlined in the LSU Student Code of Conduct
A grade of “F” in Field Internship SW 7007, 7008, 7502 or 7503 will result in
expulsion from the MSW program. Continuation of other courses is prohibited.
Any student credentialed by a state regulatory board who has a sanction or
disciplinary action taken against them during their tenure in this MSW program.
Students must report this to the school immediately.
Levels of Review
Level 1
A level 1 review is a meeting to discuss concerns, work with the student to resolve the
difficulty, and document the discussion.
A level 1 review may involve the following:
• A faculty member and the student if the issue is related to any classroom issue.
• The faculty liaison and/or field supervisor and the student if the issue is related to any
internship issues (see Field Manual).
• Faculty advisor and the student if other academic or non-academic issues arise.
When a faculty member, liaison, field supervisor, and/or advisor has concerns about a student
meeting any of the academic criteria, whether related to professional behavior or scholastic
performance, that faculty will:
• Discuss the concerns directly with the student and work with the student to resolve the
difficulty.
• Document the discussion and content of the meeting noting the plan of action and the
timeframe for which the behavior will be resolved. The student and the faculty member,
liaison, field supervisor and/or advisor along with the Office of Student Services will
receive copies of the documentation.
• If necessary, the Office of Student Services will initiate Information Sharing to solicit
feedback from other instructors inquiring about similar behavior patterns. If feedback
warrants further investigation and issues are not resolved, the Associate Director
notifies the student’s academic advisor and a level 2 review will occur.
A level 1 review will occur with the student, faculty advisor and Associate Director if a student
makes two C’s and/or other grade in any course that cannot count toward the MSW degree.
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Level 2
A level 2 review occurs when a student is not adhering to University, Graduate School,
and/or School of Social Work standards, policies, and procedures or when concerns
have not been resolved at Level 1.
A level 2 review may involve the following:
• A faculty member, the student, the faculty advisor, and the Associate Director/Student
Services if the issue is related to any classroom issue.
• The field supervisor, the student and the faculty liaison if the issue is related to any
internship issues (see Field Manual).
• Faculty advisor, Associate Director/Student Services and the student if other academic or
non-academic issues arise.
If the student’s faculty advisor and instructor are the same, the MSW Director will appoint
another faculty member to serve as advisor for this review process.
Prior to the Level 2 meeting, the Associate Director will gather information from other faculty,
staff or other appropriate parties as per the Information Sharing Agreement to determine the
nature of the concern. The faculty advisor, faculty member/instructor and the Associate Director
will develop a plan of action along with the student to address the concerns. This process is
designed to assist students in dealing with identified concerns that impact performance.
Documentation of the discussion and content of the meeting noting the plan of action and the
timeframe for which the behavior will be resolved will be maintained and monitored by the
faculty advisor. If feedback warrants further investigation and issues are not resolved, the
Associate Director notifies the student’s academic advisor and a level 3 review will occur.
Level 3
A Level 3 review occurs when concerns are identified to be problematic patterns or
when issues are serious enough to require formal consultation with other faculty and the
student.
A level 3 review occurs:
1. when concerns have not been resolved in prior reviews;
2. when issues relate to a student not meeting the criteria for academic performance (often
involving professional or ethical behavior);
3. when the student is being considered for expulsion or withdrawal from the MSW
program.
4. when a student has been removed from a field placement outlined in the Field Manual.
5. when a student licensed or otherwise credentialed by any state regulatory board or
authority has any complaint, investigation, sanction or disciplinary actions against them.
The student shall immediately notify the Office of Student Services and the Office of
Field Education (prior to returning or reporting to class or any field placement). This will
prompt a Student Level 3 Review to determine if the student will be allowed to continue
in class or an internship setting or to be placed in an internship setting, and if so, under
what conditions.
6. When a student is arrested or otherwise charged with a crime, the student shall
immediately notify the Office of Student Services and the Office of Field Education (prior
to returning or reporting to class or any field placement). This will prompt a Level 3
review to determine whether the student will be allowed to continue in class or an
internship setting, and if so, under what conditions.
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When a Level 3 review is warranted, the Associate Director/Student Services will
• Gather information per Information Sharing about other classroom and/or field internship
matters.
• Schedule the time, date, and location of the review.
• Alert the Director to appoint panel members
• Notify the student in writing of the concerns and meeting date with sufficient time to
prepare and attend the review.
• Notify the faculty members involved in the review process and distribute the same
information outlining the concerns that was given to the student.
The review panel consists of the student, faculty advisor, the faculty member, Associate
Director of Field Education and/or the Assistant Director of Field Education and two to three
faculty members appointed by the Director who have no direct knowledge of the identified
situation being reviewed. If the student’s faculty advisor and instructor are the same, the
Director will appoint another faculty member to serve as advisor for this review process. All
information about the identified concerns will be distributed to the panel members prior to the
review.
The purpose of this review is to determine the nature of the problem and identify alternatives for
remediation, if any. After the review, the panel will make recommendations to the Director
regarding the student. Based on the review process, conference with the Director, and an
objective assessment of the information provided, the Associate Director will inform the student
of the panel’s decisions, which can include one or more of the following:
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Continue the student in the MSW program with no conditions.
In this situation, the concern has been addressed and no further action by the student or
program is required.
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Establish formal conditions for the student’s continuance in the program.
Specific conditions must be met in order for the student to remain in the program.
Action may include establishing new goals, plan of action, timeline to complete the
goals; provide mentoring and support; referring the student to counseling services;
allowing the student to follow a reduced course load or delay entry to field internship; or
requiring the student to withdraw from the program with the option to possibly reapply at
a later date. The faculty advisor will monitor the student’s progress. Failure to adhere to
the conditions will be grounds for expulsion from the MSW program.
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Consult with and/or Refer to the Dean of Students
In some instances, it may be necessary to consult and/or refer cases to the Dean of
Students Office. If a referral is made to the Dean of Students, the student will be
notified in writing about the nature of the concern and that the referral is taking place.
Situations that may result in referral to the Dean of Students are outlined in the LSU
Code of Student Handbook.
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Expulsion of the Student from the MSW Program
In some situations, it may be recommended that the student no longer continue in the
social work program. The student will be informed in writing of the decision.
In any level 3 review, there must be clear, concise documentation of the problem areas as well
as verification that these concerns have been discussed with the student and attempted to be
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resolved, where appropriate. Students must be notified of the decision in writing 10 business
days from the review. It is the responsibility of the Associate Director to communicate the
decision to the student.
Student Appeal Procedures
As with any decision, the student has the right to appeal any decision that the student
deems to be unfair or who believes that policies have not been fairly adhered. Students
have the right to use the appeal process without fear of coercion, harassment,
intimidation or reprisal for make the appeal. This is a right the School will safeguard.
The decision of a level 3 review may be appealed in writing to the Director of the School
of Social Work within 14 business days of the decision. The appeal must specifically
state the reason for reconsideration of the decision by the level 3 review panel.
If the student is not satisfied with the decision reached by the Director of the School of
Social Work, the student can follow the student appeal procedure outlined in PS-48
(Student Appeal Procedures)
http://appl003.ocs.lsu.edu/ups.nsf/d18275cbffaad4b10625635a006e196c/266da3186d2
ba0eb86256c250062aea8?OpenDocument
Non Academic Appeals
Student-initiated grievances that are not academic in nature are addressed in PS-48.
Students have the right to use appeal procedures without fear or coercion, harassment,
intimidation, or reprisal for making the appeal, a right which the School will safeguard. A
general appeals procedure (for appeals other than grade appeals) is outlined in the
University’s Policy Statement (P.S.) 48. This full document can be found
http://appl003.ocs.lsu.edu/ups.nsf/d18275cbffaad4b10625635a006e196c/266da3186d2b
a0eb86256c250062aea8?OpenDocument
GRADING
Examinations & Grades
The faculty of the School adheres to the University’s general policy on examination and
grading, which is provided in the LSU Graduate Catalog with which students are urged
to read carefully. Particularly, students should pay attention to the circumstances under
which the incomplete (I) grade can be awarded and the responsibilities of the instructors
and the student to have this grade removed. Failure to remove the “I” grade by the
specified date will result in the “I” grade becoming a permanent “F”. Please see the LSU
General Catalog for more specifics.
At the beginning of each course, instructors publicize the nature and weighting of the
components that they will factor into the final grade. Grading is based on assigned work
and is evaluated equitably, with no special consideration given to individual students.
Students are not permitted to improve their grade through extra work unless the same
opportunity is given to the entire class on the same terms. All instructors are required to
hold a final examination and to issue the final grade in a timely manner. On completion
of any course, students may request faculty to review and explain their examination
grades and final grade. During the semester in which the student intends to graduate, he
or she must successfully complete an exit examination, which is either a thesis
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examination (for those students who have elected to do a thesis) or one of the nonthesis options outlined under Requirements for the Degree.
Final grades can be obtained via a student’s MYLSU account. Students should be
aware that not all grades will be reported at the same time.
Grade Requirements
No more than six credit hours of grades of “C” will be counted toward the MSW degree.
If a student earns more than two C’s, the course with the most recent C is the course
that must be repeated. Grades of D or F will not count toward the MSW degree and must
be repeated. Moreover, students who obtain grades of C or lower may be placed on
probation or dropped by the Graduate School if the semester and/or cumulative GPA
drop below a 3.0. Students must meet with their academic advisor for a Level 1 meeting
if they receive two or more C’s grades or a grade of D or F in any class. For more
information on grade requirements, see the Graduate School Bulletin section entitled
Grade Requirements at
http://catalog.lsu.edu/content.php?catoid=2&navoid=196#Graduate_School_Regulations
Grade Appeals
Formal grade appeal procedures are outlined in the LSU General Catalog. Students
have the right to use appeal procedures without fear or coercion, harassment,
intimidation, or reprisal for making the appeal, a right which the School will safeguard.
The student must initiate appeals on final grades within 30 calendar days after the first
day of classes in the next regular semester. A student who is dissatisfied with a grade
should carefully read this material to be aware of deadlines and procedures. A brief
overview of the procedure follows:
1. The student should meet with the faculty member to discuss the situation and
attempt to arrive at a solution.
2. If the matter is not resolved between the student and faculty member AND the
student still wishes to appeal the grade, the student may submit a written appeal to
the Director or his/her designee.
3. If the student is not satisfied with the decision reached in the department level, the
student may appeal to the Dean of the College of Human Sciences and Education.
More information on grade appeals can be found in the LSU General Catalogue at:
http://catalog.lsu.edu/content.php?catoid=2&navoid=193#Grade_Appeals
Student Evaluation Of Teaching
At the end of each semester, students have the chance to evaluate their courses, which
provides feedback to teachers and improves the quality of instruction in the School. A
student member of the class out of the presence of the teacher administers the
evaluation, a standardized questionnaire which is processed by computer but which also
allows students to make written comments. Students’ evaluations can be anonymous;
any written comments are typed before they are given to the instructor
TERMINATION FROM SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM
Students may be terminated from the social work program for academic reasons, which
include inability to pass courses, not satisfactorily completing the exit requirement,
unethical behavior in the classroom or internship or the result of a level 3 decision. A
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failing grade in field internship can be grounds for termination from the Program. Any
student removed from a field placement or denied replacement per policies outlined in
the Field Manual can be expelled from the MSW program and a level 3 review will be
held. Students receiving a grade of F in SW 7007, 7008, 7502 and/or 7503 or
documentation by the Field Office of the student’s failure to meet course objectives will
result in the student not being allowed to continue in any MSW courses.
DISCRIMINATION & SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Discrimination
The faculty of the School of Social Work aggressively opposes acts of discrimination
against students based on physical or social characteristics. The faculty affirms its
support for Louisiana State University’s equal opportunity policy.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment will not be tolerated in the School of Social Work. According to Title
VII of the US Civil Rights Act, harassment can include, but is not limited to, verbal abuse;
unnecessary touching; obscene gestures; requests or demands for sexual favors;
conduct which creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive study/classroom or work
environment; and physical assault. Students should work cooperatively with the School’s
administration to ensure that students, staff and faculty in the school are protected from
harassment. Students are urged to report cases of harassment to the Director and the
University’s Equal Opportunity Programs office (578-6595). Copies of the University
Policies are located here:
PS-73
http://appl003.ocs.lsu.edu/ups.nsf/4d8b193f0753c7e48625714000672ba4/290cd0650ad
8e37486256c250062ae9f?OpenDocument
PS 95:
http://appl003.ocs.lsu.edu/ups.nsf/4d8b193f0753c7e48625714000672ba4/fd340b851c00
9a9d86256c250062ae7b?OpenDocument
THE MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM
The award of the MSW degree attests to the graduate’s 1) advanced preparation for
ethical, competent social work practice in a variety of settings and 2) achievement of a
level of intellectual competence to provide leadership in the field and enhance the
professional knowledge base. Professional social work education at LSU is a twopronged effort consisting of:
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classroom instruction, in which students learn both from teaching presentations, and
independent inquiry compatible with the demands of graduate education; and
field internship instruction, where students learn to apply the knowledge they have
learned in their courses to practice settings under supervision.
Admissions
To be admitted to the School of Social Work, applicants must have:
• a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
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Demonstration of a liberal arts undergraduate preparation through completion of
at least 12 credit hours in the social and behavioral sciences (psychology,
sociology, anthropology, human geography, economics, political science,
curriculum & instruction, etc), and at least 9 hours in the humanities (literature,
languages, history, women’s studies, art or music history, philosophy, cultural
and comparative studies, communication studies, etc);
A 3.0 cumulative grade point average on undergraduate course work;
acceptable scores on the Graduate Record Examination;
grade of C or better in an introductory course in statistics;
a passing grade in a human biology course;
personal interview
and validation that they possess the personal qualities needed for a career in
professional social work.
Applicants who lack undergraduate courses in the social sciences, humanities,
statistics, and biology will be required to take these courses to meet the School’s
entrance standards before beginning the program.
Former students who wish to be readmitted to the program must normally reapply and
conform to the admission requirements in force at the time they reapply. Students should
consult the Associate Director to develop a suitable program of study to complete
degree requirements. Although former students may be readmitted at the beginning of
either the fall or spring semesters, they will not be allowed to take courses out of
sequence.
Time Limit for Completion of Degree
The Council on Social Work Education requires that students complete the degree in
four years. Continuation beyond four years is approved only in extenuating
circumstances. If an extension is granted by the Director, one additional year from
commencement of the MSW degree will be allowed. All requirements for the MSW must
be completed within five years from the student’s original entry date.
Program Of Study
The MSW requires two academic years of full-time study, with 15 hours per semester
culminating in a total of 60 semester hours. Normally, two days per week are allocated
to classes and two days to field internship. The program is comprised of a foundation
year and an advanced year of study. These courses cover these basic areas: human
behavior and social environment, social welfare policy, practice, diversity and
oppression, social work research, and field.
In the foundation year, students take core foundation courses concurrently with field
placement. In the second year, students take core advanced year courses along with
electives that tailor their learning. Students must complete all thirty hours of foundation
courses (including internship) before continuing to advanced year courses.
Students, both full-time and part-time, must follow the prescribed sequence of courses
outlined in the School of Social Work Bulletin; they will not be permitted to take courses
out of order. If, however, extenuating circumstances do exist, students may discuss
possible alternatives with the Associate Director. Program of Study for the Advanced
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Standing Program, Part-time Program and Full-time Program can be found here:
http://www.socialwork.lsu.edu/html/currentstudents/programsofstudy.html
The maximum time limit to complete the MSW degree is four years.
Field Internship Instruction
Field internship instruction is an integral part of the MSW program and is designed to
integrate classroom instruction with applied learning. Internship occurs on two levels:
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Foundation placement combines field placements, class instruction, and
agency visits to provide a generic overview of the fields of social work
practice.
Advanced placement aims to help students develop advanced practice skills in
an agency that operates in the student’s chosen area of interest.
All placements are made through the Field Office; students are NOT permitted to
approach agencies directly to make placement arrangements. Because field internship
instruction involves extra costs, students pay an additional fee to meet these expenses
(refer to Field Manual).
Student Responsibilities: Students who wish to participate in a non-direct field
internship placement during the second year or advanced year of the MSW program,
must petition the MSW Committee requesting an exception.
To request an exception, a student must:
• complete a field exception petition which includes a specific statement regarding
the nature of the exception and a rationale for the exception
• consult with and obtain signature of her/his academic adviser
• consult with the field director and obtain a written recommendation regarding the
petition
• submit the following to the MSW Program Office, 310 Huey P. Long Field House
Hall:
o the petition,
o a copy of course plan sheet reflecting all courses taken,
o current course enrollment,
o projected schedule through graduation,
o field director recommendation
School Responsibilities: The MSW office will submit the form to the chair of the MSW
Committee who will place the item on the next MSW Committee meeting agenda. The
MSW Committee will approve or decline the exception. If the committee has no meeting
scheduled, the chair will call a special meeting or cases will be discussed and decisions
made via electronic mail.
The MSW Committee Chair is responsible for sending the original signed copy of the
Field Internship Exception form, with action, to the MSW Program Office, which will
distribute copies to student, student's advisor, field practicum director and other relevant
parties. Original will be maintained in student file. For more information on this policy,
please see the Student Field Manual or the Associate Director of Field Education.
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Part-Time Students
The part-time program is designed for those students who cannot attend the University
on a full-time basis for the entire program. Students who meet all the requirements can
expect to complete the degree in three or four years. During the first two years of MSW
studies, part-time students enroll in six semester hours each semester. Foundation
field internship is completed in either a spring and summer placement or a summer
block placement following completion of foundation courses. Ideally, part-time students
spend the final year of their program of study on a full-time basis taking four courses a
semester along with the Advanced field placement. Alternatively, they may do their
Advanced field work in a block placement in the summer following completion of their
advanced courses. Like their full-time classmates, part-time students follow a
prescribed sequence of courses and are not allowed to take courses out of sequence.
See the Program of Study for Part-Time Students in the Reference Section.
Online Education
The LSU School of Social Work offers a part-time online MSW degree program.
Students in outlying areas of the state are given priority admission but must meet
admission requirements as set forth in this bulletin. For more information:
http://www.socialwork.lsu.edu/html/academicprograms/mswdistanceeducation.html
Certificate in Gerontology
The Certificate in Gerontology Program (GCGP) in cooperation with the LSU Life Course
and Aging Center (LCAC), addresses the educational needs of full-time and part-time
students who aspire to be engaged in planning, administration, and/or provision of
services for older adults. Goals of the GCGP are the following:
 to prepare students to practice in the field of gerontological social work - to carry out
professional roles and responsibilities consistent with the values and ethics of social
work as they relate to practice with older adults;
 to prepare students to understand the biopsychosocial, economic, administrative,
service delivery, and social policy contexts of aging within the parameters of social
work practice in a health care setting;
 to provide students with an interdisciplinary, educational experience and raise
awareness of perspective and skills from a health or human service discipline
additional to social work; and
 to provide students with a gerontological field experience that enhances
understanding of social work practice relationships based on empowerment and
respect for the values of human dignity and worth, cultural diversity, selfdetermination, and social justice.
Course requirements
The GCGP curriculum requires either option A or B:
Option A: Non-thesis option. Completion of nine (9) credit hours of graduate coursework
that focus primarily on aging and older adult issues: minimum of three (3) hours in Social
Work* and three (3) hours interdisciplinary**. These courses qualify as electives for the
MSW curriculum.
Option B: Thesis-option. Thesis work replaces six (6) of the aforementioned credit hours
requirement. The thesis topic must be gerontology related and confirmed by the GCGP
coordinator as germane to older adults.
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*
Social Work courses
7807: Special Topics: (3 hrs)
7408: Social Work & Aging (3 hrs)
7305: Grief & Bereavement (3 hrs)
7907: Public Policies & the Aging (3
hrs)
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Interdisciplinary courses
CMST 7910: Seminar in Interpersonal
Communication Theory (3 hrs)
COMD 7780: Communication Disability in Aging (3
hrs)
HRE 4025: Principles of Adult Education (3 hrs)
HUEC 7058: Adulthood & Aging (3 hrs)
HUEC 7063: Economics of Aging (3 hrs)
IE 7467: Cognitive Ergonomics & Work
Environments (3 hrs)
KIN 7503: Dimensions of Aging (3 hrs)
PSYC 4072: Developmental Psychology of
Adulthood & Aging (3 hrs)
PSYC 7938: Seminar in Cognitive Aging (3 hrs)
NOTE: This is a suggestive, non-exhaustive list of gerontological related courses at LSU.
Applicability of a course not on this list toward the GCGP requires approval by the GCGP
coordinator.
Field Internship Requirements
The GCGP requires students to complete the gerontological rotation field internship in
the advanced year. For a field agency to be considered gerontological in scope, the
Council on Social Work Education requires that at least 50% of its work be dedicated to
its older adult constituency. The MSW Field Office provides details on this placement,
including a list of placements participating in the rotational internship.
Life Course & Aging Center Requirements
Honoring its multidisciplinary commitment, the GCGP maintains the following two
requirements with the LCAC:
1. student membership in the LSU LCAC throughout the advanced year (see Dr. Lilly Allen,
LCAC Associate Director, for membership details)
2. either (A) or (B) below
A. completion of LCAC’s signature course: LCA 2000 – Interdisciplinary Seminar on
Aging (1 credit hr.); or
B. completion of an independent study with an older adult focus (1 credit hr.; see Dr.
Lilley Allen for details).
If interested or for more information about the Graduate Certificate in Gerontology Program,
please contact Dr. Scott Wilks, GCGP Coordinator: [email protected] or visit
http://www.socialwork.lsu.edu/html/academicprograms/mswcertprograms.html
Certificate in Children & Youth Services
Social work practice with children and youth is among the largest of the professional fields of
social work. Children are an especially vulnerable population, and their well-being and
protection are among the highest social priorities. Social workers are the main profession
responsible for providing services in child welfare and mental health systems, and have major
responsibilities for the care and well-being of children in schools, medical settings, family
shelters, and other family service settings. It is therefore incumbent upon institutions of higher
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education to provide specialized training in working with children and youth. Pressing
contemporary problems of maltreatment and exploitation, bullying, trauma, and the life-long
obstacles presented by poverty are some of the particular vulnerabilities children and youth face
growing up in a rapidly changing and highly complex world. The Certificate in Social Work with
Children and Youth provides students with the skills and knowledge to effectively respond to the
needs of vulnerable children in direct practice, advocacy, and policy-making roles.
Certificate Requirements
The Certificate in Social Work with Children and Youth offers two options, non-thesis or thesis.
The non-thesis option requires completion of nine (9) credit hours of graduate coursework that
focus primarily on practice with children and youth. These courses qualify as electives for the
MSW curriculum.
7307 Direct Practice with Children and Adolescents
7404 Social Work Practice in Schools
7415 Child/Family I
7416 Child/Family II
7801 Family Violence
7807 Child Trauma
For students electing to complete a thesis project, 6 elective credits will be used for work
directed toward the thesis, and 3 elective credits will be in coursework that focus primarily on
practice with children and youth.
Field Internship Requirements
Students completing the Certificate in Social Work with Children and Youth will complete their
advanced field placements in agencies where at least 50% of services are dedicated to the
needs of children and youth. Services for which students are trained may be in direct and/or
indirect practice roles. The major distinguishing characteristic of these placements is the
agencies’ primary dedication to the well-being and growth of children, where services may be
provided across the social-ecological context of children’s development. The field office
maintains a list of these agencies.
If interested or for more information about the Graduate Certificate in Children & Youth, please
contact Dr. Tim Page at [email protected] or visit
http://www.socialwork.lsu.edu/html/academicprograms/mswcertprograms.html
ACADEMIC ADVISING
In the School of Social Work, the advisement function is conceptualized and operationalized in
two roles:
Faculty Advisor
Each MSW student is assigned a faculty advisor at the beginning of the academic year;
that advisor will remain constant until the student graduates. Faculty advisors are fulltime faculty members of the School and first meet their assigned prior to beginning of
classes. Students may meet with their advisor on a regular basis to assist with
academic, professional, and career matters. Students are encouraged to meet with their
advisers as often as necessary to ensure continuity in the program or to resolve any
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problems. If necessary, advisers will seek assistance from appropriate authorities on
behalf of students. The student is responsible for keeping abreast of changes, knowing
degree requirements, enrolling in the appropriate courses in a timely manner and
seeking advice to questions regarding any aspect of their academic program.
Faculty advisors are expected to list office hours on or near the door of their offices.
Voicemail and email access have enhanced the ability of students to contact advisors to
ask questions or set up appointments as needed. The Associate Director of Student
Services with approval of the Director makes the assignment of faculty advisors.
Office of Student Services/Associate Director
Knowledgeable about the University and Graduate curriculum policy, the Associate
Director of Student Services assists students in scheduling courses in the correct
sequence, provides basic information about various options, assists students to redesign
the academic plan if career goals change, monitors reports on students who may be
experiencing difficulty, alerts faculty advisors of any concerns, keeps current records up
to date and other assignments.
The Associate Director of Student Services and the Office of Student Services are
responsible for lifting flags in the registration system once advising forms are completed
by the student. Students should obtain an advising form from the social work website
and schedule a meeting with the advisor or Associate Director if necessary. Students
are not allowed to pre-register for classes without submitting advising forms. This policy
is closely monitored by the Office of Student Services. Students should consult with the
Associate Director of Student Services before dropping a course, adding a course
outside of the university and/or in another campus department.
Pre-Registration Information
In June, all newly admitted students to the MSW program are given information
regarding pre-registration. The student is given information about course sequencing in
the MSW program and advised of appropriate courses for which to pre-register in the fall
semester. Other information distributed includes, but is not limited to following the
prescribed program of study, email requirements, parking, id cards, internship placement
process, fee payment, deadlines and dates, assembly attendance in August, and
dissemination of LSU Code of Student Conduct, Information Sharing Agreement and
NASW Code of Ethics, and plagiarism packet. At the Student Assemblies in August, all
students are required to sign an agreement that they agree to abide by the Code of
Ethics and LSU Code of Student Conduct and they understand the Information Sharing
Agreement.
Foundation and Advanced Year Assemblies
New and continuing students are required to attend either the foundation or advanced
year assembly. Continuing students will be notified of the August date before the end of
the spring semester. New students will be given this date during the pre-registration
seminar in June. The School provides information on important deadlines, graduation,
thesis, comprehensive examination, changes in teaching assignments and other
pertinent information.
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REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration is done on-line through a MYLSU account. Students schedule for the
prescribed courses as outlined in the appropriate program of study before each
semester begins. New students receive registration information during the summer.
Advisement forms are turned in and the Office of Student Services lifts flags to allow for
registration. Students who do not turn in advisement forms by the specified deadline will
not have their flag lifted and access to MyLSU will be denied until after the form is
completed.
Registration is defined as a student paying tuition and fees. Until a student’s fees are
processed by the Bursar’s Office, a student is not registered and may be purged from
classes. For more information, see the Schedule Booklet located at
http://sites01.lsu.edu/wp/registraroffice/academics/schedule-booklet/
It is the student’s responsibility to verify the correct courses have been scheduled for the
appropriate semester.
Course Load Requirements
The maximum course load for graduate students enrolled in the MSW program is fifteen
hours during the fall and spring semesters and 6 hours during the summer term.
Permission to schedule more than the maximum number of hours must be submitted in
writing to the Associate Director of Student Services.
Dropping & Adding Courses
The University sets specific deadlines for adding and dropping courses each semester
and places these dates on numerous academic calendars. Students should pay
particular attention to last day to add and drop dates as dropping courses may affect
graduation.
Transfer Credit and Waivers
In addition to conforming to the University’s policy concerning transfer credit, the School
has special rules governing these credits, as well as special rules concerning waivers.
Transfer Credit: Students may transfer a total of 6 hours of credit as elective work to be
used toward the MSW degree. In order for courses to be transferred,
• the student must be currently enrolled in the MSW program
• the student must have completed at least 9 hours of residence work in the MSW
program
• the course work must have been completed within 5 years of the time the
student is eligible to petition the work be transferred
• the course work must be on the graduate level
• the student must have obtained a grade of A or B
Graduate courses taken as part of an undergraduate degree will not be transferred.
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Waiver: Advanced Standing students receive a waiver of credit hours and are not
eligible to transfer courses from other departments of other universities due to LSU’s
transfer policy.
Note: No academic credit will be given for life or work experiences.
Redundancy Policy
A student may be eligible for foundation year course credit (not advanced year course
credit) for approved/identified courses, excluding SW 7005 and SW 7006, if the student
has had similar course content while pursing masters level work (or graduate level, nonmatriculating coursework) in a related field or has a Master's or Doctoral degree in a
related field . Due to the special role of the foundation practice courses in the
professional development of social work students, there is no course credit option for
SW 7005 and SW 7006, nor may the field internship be waived. The student must initiate
the process by petitioning the Associate Director for course credit based on the belief
that prior course material completed within the past five years has been mastered. This
petition process should take place after the student is notified of acceptance into the
MSW program to ensure placement in the proper course. Once the fall semester has
begun, there are no reviews of petitions for courses.
The Associate Director will provide the student a current copy of the syllabus for the
course(s) for which the student seeks credit. The student is responsible for presenting
several items related to the course(s) he or she believes provided similar content. These
include copies of syllabi, all written assignments and completed examinations. Students
who are unable to produce the required information will not be eligible for course credit.
The Associate Director will present the student petition along with all required
documents to the MSW Committee. The MSW Committee will review the petition, with
special attention to input from the faculty member representing the curriculum area in
which the course is taught.
A faculty member designated by the MSW Committee will grade the submitted work for
content mastery, reviewing the submitted materials to determine if the content and
quality of work is deemed to be a grade of A or B. After review, the faculty member will
forward a recommendation about the level of mastery and content to the MSW
Committee Chair who will, in turn, forward this information to the MSW Program Director
and the Associateiate. Director of Student Services who will notify the student of the
action taken.
Students may receive credit for up to six credit hours of coursework. These credit hours
will be counted as part or all of the six credit hours students are allowed to take in
courses from other departments in the university.
Possible action related to student petition:
There are two possible actions resulting from a student petition for transfer credit;
1. The student has demonstrated an acceptable level of mastery of the foundation
course content expected in the LSU School of Social Work for which the student has
petitioned for waiver, and the student is granted placement out of the course and will
receive course credit.
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2. The student has not demonstrated mastery of the foundation course content or
student has demonstrated mastery of some of the content as expected in the LSU
School of Social Work, but not sufficiently to be awarded placement out of the course.
The student is required to enroll in the course and will not receive credit for the course
about which the student has petitioned.
Electives
All students are required to take four elective courses as part of the MSW degree
requirements. It is preferable that students enroll in social work elective courses. With
the exception of advanced standing students, students are allowed to enroll in 6 hours at
another university or another department on the LSU campus. BEFORE students enroll
in these courses, a course description and course syllabus along with a written request
for approval must be submitted to the Associate Director of Student Services. Prior
approval is required to insure course relevance to the MSW degree.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREE
To obtain the MSW degree, students must:
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sequence
maintain an overall grade point average of 3.00, with no grade less than “C” in
any course offered for the degree
and satisfactorily complete the exit requirement: a thesis or a non-thesis
option.
Thesis Option: Students are encouraged to undertake a thesis. If a student has difficulty
finding a professor appropriate to serve as thesis chair person, the MSW Program Director will
assist in locating one. Students choosing to write a thesis must submit a thesis proposal to a
prospective thesis committee chair by the last day of classes in the Fall semester, Foundation
year. Once the faculty member approves the proposal and agrees to chair the committee, the
student may register for 3 hours of SW 8000: Thesis Research as early as the following
summer and fall semesters. Six total credit hours of SW 8000 are required for the thesis, and
no more than six credit hours can be used toward the M.S.W. degree. Material on thesis
proposals is available here: http://www.socialwork.lsu.edu/html/currentstudents/forms.html
Non-Thesis Option: Students may also choose the non-thesis option, which is a Capstone
Experience. The Capstone Experience (CE) is an integrative and reflective non-thesis option
composed of three major components, all of which must be satisfactorily completed by students:
· Comprehensive Exam
· Portfolio of Representative Work
· Integrative Seminar
a) Satisfactory Completion Comprehensive Exam: The comprehensive exam is a
multiple-choice exam similar to the middle-level licensing examination (LMSW). The
questions cover core curricular content in the following areas: HBSE, Practice, Policy,
Research, Values & Ethics, and Diversity & Oppression. The comprehensive exam will
be administered at the beginning of the semester the student intends to graduate;
however, students must attend the capstone seminar and submit the portfolio in the
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spring semester regardless of graduation date.
Students must score 70% or higher to satisfactorily complete this component of the CE.
If a student fails the comprehensive examination, the student will be given one additional
opportunity within the same semester to pass the exam containing comparable
questions with a score of 70% or higher. Failure to score a 70% or higher will result in
the student failing this portion of the CE and will result in the student not receiving the
MSW degree. The exam will not be given to any one student more than twice.
b) Satisfactory Completion of the Portfolio of Representative Work
Over the course of the MSW program, students will assemble a Portfolio of
Representative Work which includes various written assignments and field evaluations.
More information on the portfolio will be given in the fall semester of the advanced year.
STUDENTS MUST KEEP ALL PAPERS. The portfolio is submitted during the spring
semester of the advanced year. Students graduating in the summer and/or fall
must submit a portfolio in the spring.
c) Satisfactory Completion of the Integrative Seminar
The integrative seminar is held once per year in the spring semester. All students
graduating in the spring, summer or fall in any given year must attend the integrative
seminar in the spring. Students graduating in the summer and/or fall must also
attend this seminar in order to graduate. Students must attend and substantively
participate in the Integrative Seminar in its entirety. Failure to attend and participate in
the three-hour Integrative Seminar will result in the student failing this portion of the CE
and not receiving the MSW degree
Approximately 8-10 students will participate in a three-hour Integrative Seminar. Each
student will submit the Portfolio of Representative Work to the facilitator assigned to
student’s particular seminar one (1) week prior to the scheduled seminar. Students not in
field internship will be assigned a facilitator. The school calendar contains the Integrative
Seminar date.
Discussion during the Integrative Seminar will focus primarily on students’ selfassessment of their performance, based on the evidence in the Portfolio of
Representative Work. Themes around evidence-informed practice, professional
development issues, and supervision will be explored. The seminar will culminate with
each student preparing several post-MSW professional learning objectives that address
areas for improvement and build upon identified strengths. The professional learning
objectives will become part of the Portfolio.
DEADLINES & PROFESSIONAL COMMITMENTS
Students should know and comply with the deadlines listed the Schedule Booklet, the
Graduate School, and General Catalogue for the submission of forms, documents,
candidacy for a degree application form, approval of thesis committee, and thesis
submission. Students may also consult with the Office of Student Services about
important deadlines which are set by the School of Social Work, Graduate School, and
the University. The School regrets there are no extensions to these deadlines.
Meetings, seminars, and assignments are professional commitments and should be
managed as such. Scheduled meetings and seminars are required and attendance is
not optional.
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FEES & FINANCIAL AID
Details for current University fees, expenses, scholarships, and financial aid are found in
the LSU General Catalog and the LSU School of Social Work Bulletin. Students who
need financial aid, especially loans, should contact:
Office of Student Aid and Scholarships
Pleasant Hall, LSU
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
(225-578-3103)
Presently, the School has limited financial resources to assist beginning students.
However, the School presently has options for financial assistance for Advanced-year
students. Continuing students may wish to apply for financial aid in the form of stipends,
scholarships, and graduate assistantships. Normally, these are advertised during the
second semester of the foundation year. Eligibility for these awards depends on several
factors, one of which is a student’s academic performance.
Tuition Awards
The graduate dean may award up to 200 tuition exemptions to graduate students from
underrepresented groups. These tuition awards provide for an exemption from either or
both the resident and nonresident fee. Recipients are responsible for paying required
University fees. Preference will be given to African Americans and students from Latin
American countries. Students must be regularly admitted a new admission to a graduate
program at LSU and be nominated by their departments. The Associate Director
nominates all qualified minority students who are newly admitted to the School of Social
Work.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate assistantships are awarded to full-time students with proven academic abilities
and an interest in supporting faculty research. Graduate assistants work 10 hours a
week to support research and administration and are typically assigned to work with twothree faculty members. Assistantships are awarded by the Director’s Office depending
upon availability of funds.
Stipends
Stipends sponsored by state and voluntary agencies are awarded depending on
availability o funds. These stipends often require placement in certain field internships
linked to the agency providing the stipend. Candidates may also be required to take
certain prescribed elective courses. In some cases, students are obligated to work for
the agency after completing the degree. The funding agency and the School of Social
Work together make decisions about rewarding these stipends. Details of stipends that
become available during the academic year, as well as application procedures, are
posted on the school web site and disseminated at the Internship Field Fair in the
spring semester.
Scholarships
The School also has a number of scholarships awarded by a scholarship committee
appointed by the Director. These are usually open to students who have completed
their foundation year of study, including part time students who are doing field work and
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course work simultaneously in the fall and spring semester of the third year. These
scholarships currently pay between $500 and $2,000 to successful applicants and
currently include:
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Marwood Ahrens Scholarship in substance abuse,
Paul Arst, Jr. Scholarship,
Paul Phelps Memorial Scholarship,
Betty J. Stewart Memorial Scholarship,
Nancy Dicharry Memorial Award,
Carl Maddox Scholarship,
Metropolitan Lions Club Scholarship (for a student from Southern
University),
Jimmy Lea Moles Scholarship,
Baton Rouge Board of Realtors Scholarship,
Medical Social Work Scholarship,
Alice A. and Milton E. Schmidt Scholarship,
School of Social Work Faculty Honor Fellowship,
Social Work Entering Class of 1951
Kyra L. Jones Memorial Fellowship,
Gloria Pichon Clayton/Texas Tiger Tournament Endowed Scholarship.
Phyllis LeFeaux & Drayton Vincent Scholarship in Mental Health
James Midgely Leadership Award
Adrian Aycock Memorial Scholarship
Pennington Child & Adolescent Mental Health Award
LGPS Training Award Endowment
Christine Moore Memorial Fellowship
Charlotte Kamiya Memorial Scholarship
Dean Emeritus Brij Mohan Award
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