2018-2019 UG Catalog

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Hardin-Simmons University 2018-2019
HSU LIBRARIES ADVANCE SCHOLARSHIP,
RESEARCH, AND DISCOVERY
Hardin-Simmons University Libraries include the Richardson
Library and the Smith Music Library. The libraries maintain a
robust website with databases, print and e-books, subject
guides, contact information, and service hours easily
available: Call the library’s
information number (325) 670-1236 or the Circulation Desk
(325) 670-1578 for hours, research assistance, or other library
services.
Help
Librarians are HSU faculty members who have extensive
professional expertise in helping students find and use
information. Through library and classroom instruction, they
guide students in the use of resources for maximum
effectiveness and efficiency. Librarians are available at the
Information Desk, by phone, by live-person-chat, by text, and
via email. On the library webpage there are also online
research guides and videos to assist users.
Online Access
The online catalog, full-text periodical articles, electronic
reference sources, databases, e-books, subject guides, digital
archives and recommended websites are all available 24/7 to
current students from the library home page using computers
on or off-campus. The library’s discovery tool Research
Roundup simplifies searching by providing a one step
process.
Materials
Library materials include online and print reference resources,
circulating print books, electronic books, videos/music, DVDs,
CDs, audio cassettes, CD-ROMs, music scores, microforms,
and full-text databases of periodicals and newspaper articles.
Special collections include the Kelley and Tandy Bible
Collections, the R.C. Crane Collection of Texana, the Barron-
Faulkner Collection, West Texas Digital Archives, Abilene
Photograph Collection, Hertzog Fine Printing Collection,
federal depository documents, and the Sims and Morrison
Hymnody Collections. HSU libraries provide access to over
200,000 physical items, 48,000 full-text journals and 275,000
electronic books. HSU’s membership in the Abilene Library
Consortium adds access to over 2 million items; and
TexShare resources are available from across the state.
Technology
The libraries provide computers in collaborative and single
user settings as well as networked and wireless printers,
wireless connectivity, scanners, projectors, audio players,
video players, photocopiers, lamination services, and telefax.
ADMISSION
Applying for admission to Hardin-Simmons University is a
simple procedure for most candidates. The admission
process as well as the various methods of admission are
discussed on the following pages.
The University reserves the right to deny admission, suspend,
or refuse readmission to any student who does not fully
comply with admission procedures, whose application gives
evidence that the student would find the aims and objectives
of the University incompatible with his/her lifestyle, who does
not meet his/her financial obligations to the University in a
manner satisfactory to the University Controller, or whose
admission or continued enrollment is deemed to be
undesirable for any reason. The University reserves the right
to refuse or cancel a student’s admission or to direct his/her
activities in the University if the student’s physical and/or
mental health status indicates that such action is essential for
safeguarding fellow students, faculty and staff. However, no
student shall be denied admission, suspended, or refused
readmission by reason of race, age, physical or academic
disability, color, gender, national origin, or religion.
ADMISSION PROCEDURES
Information may be obtained from the Office of Enrollment
Services and the HSU website. Applicants will submit the
following:
1. Application: Application for undergraduate admission may
be submitted online from the HSU website, .
2. Official High School Transcript: A transcript sent directly
from the high school or accredited home-school program
indicating graduation date. (No high school transcript is
required of a student transferring at least 24 semester hours
to HSU from an accredited junior or senior college.) The
student’s academic ranking within his/her class should be
indicated on the transcript. Tentative approval can be granted
upon receipt of a three-year transcript. (Unaccredited home
school programs see G.E.D., p. 8 and Tentative Admission
Status, p. 8.)
3. Entrance Examination Scores: All entering freshmen
must submit scores on either the American College Test
(ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test of the College Entrance
Examination Board (SAT). It is the responsibility of the student
to see that these scores are reported to the Office of
Enrollment Services. (Scores are not required of individuals
who qualify for Special Student Admission, nor from transfer
students with 24 or more transferable hours from an
accredited junior or senior college.) Applicants who have not
taken the ACT or SAT examination will be required to take the
ACT residual examination at HSU before acceptance.
4. Admission Notification: After the University has
received all materials, the applicant will be notified promptly
concerning admission. Under certain conditions, tentative
approval may be granted subject to a final decision to be
made after the application process is complete. All materials
submitted for admission purposes become the property of the
University and will not be returned to the student.
Enrollment
Following admission approval students may pre-register for
classes at designated times or by appointment. Prior to
registration, all new students will pay an Enrollment Deposit
of $300. The deposit is non-refundable after May 1 prior to the
upcoming fall semester. (Short Term/Transient and Special
Student statuses exempt). New students will also submit
proof of meningitis vaccination prior to registration as stated
below in Housing and Health.
Housing and Health
Admitted students may make online housing requests after
they have received admission approval. For details, refer to
the Student Life section of this catalogue. Texas legislation
requires that every new student enrolling in a Texas college
or university submit documentation of Meningitis Vaccination,
regardless of residency status. Vaccine must have been
received no less than 10 days prior to attending class.
Exemptions include students enrolled in online or other
distance education, or students 22 years of age or older. Any
exceptions must be approved by the Vice President for
Student Life.
All single students under age 21 taking more than six
semester hours, unless living with family, are required to live
in a residence hall and to eat in the campus dining hall until
the completion of four long semesters. (A long semester is
equal to a fall or spring semester.)
Tutoring and Special Services
HSU provides all students with tutoring services through the
Tutorial Center and/or particular academic departments at no
charge. Students with learning disabilities will be encouraged
to take advantage of these services. In addition, HSU will
provide appropriate auxiliary aids and services, which