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Course Descriptions

This catalog is published by Dickinson State University to provide prospective students and other interested individuals with information concerning this institution. Any part of this catalog may be changed or revoked without notice and may not serve as a binding obligation with the State of North Dakota or Dickinson State University.

This catalog is intended to be a description of the policies, academic programs, degree requirements, and course offerings in effect for the 2002-2003 and 2003-2004 academic years. It should not be construed as an irrevocable contract between the student and the University. Dickinson State University reserves the right to change any of the policies, procedures, or fees described in this catalog and to apply these changes to any or all of its students as it sees fit. The University may also choose to add or delete course offerings or degree programs at any time.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Dickinson State University is fully committed to equal opportunity in employment decisions, educational programs, and activities in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws, including affirmative action efforts. In that regard, Dickinson State University does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion or creed, national origin, marital status, race or ethnicity, gender, disability, or veterans status in its admissions, employment practices, education programs, housing, food service, or other related activities.

Inquiries regarding the educational opportunities or equal employment policies of this institution should be directed to Marshall Melbye, AA/EEO Officer, Dickinson State University, Dickinson, ND 58601 or to the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 10220 North Executive Hills Blvd., 8th Floor, Kansas City, MO 64153.

Disclaimer from the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education
The State Board of Higher Education requires that the following announcement be published in all catalogs and bulletins of information issued by the state educational institutions of North Dakota: “Catalogs and bulletins of educational institutions are usually prepared by faculty committees or administrative officers for the purpose of furnishing prospective students and other interested persons with information about the institutions that issue the same. Announcements contained in such printed material are subject to change without notice; they may not be regarded as in the nature of binding obligations on the institutions and the State. In times of changing conditions it is especially necessary to have this definitely understood.”

Dickinson State University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools located at 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602

Dickinson State University
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Dickinson, North Dakota 58601-4896
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