Special Education (Science) BSE Back The Bachelor of Science in Education (BSE) in Special Education K-12 (SPED) program provides a comprehensive educational track while offering students the opportunity to specialize in one of four (4) focus areas: language arts, mathematics, general sciences, or social sciences. This program equips aspiring educators with the expertise and strategies needed to support students with diverse learning needs, ranging from mild to severe disabilities, across kindergarten to 12th grade. Through a blend of specialized pedagogical training and practical experience, graduates emerge as compassionate and skilled special education teachers who can design tailored curricula, implement individualized instruction, and create inclusive classroom environments, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential in the chosen subject area of specialization. Students in this degree plan are eligible to apply for the following supplementary programs: New Experienced Teachers (NExT+) Program Educator Preparation Program (EPP) The College of Education at University of the Southwest operates under the auspices of the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) that uses the standards developed by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) to evaluate education programs. For testing and licensure requirements for your specific program, refer to the New Mexico Department of Education Licensure Department. https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/ Out-of-state students will need to contact the respective State’s Department of Education for testing and licensure requirements. APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Licensure Disclosures Previous Next

Accounting MBA Back The Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting program is designed for individuals seeking their CPA certification and a career in accountancy. The program includes a strategic overview of accounting concepts, methodologies, and techniques aimed at providing students a competitive advantage in a dynamic career field. APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Previous Next

Management BBA Back The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management program includes courses in each business discipline. Courses include accounting, business law, finance, management, marketing, human resources, managing diversity, strategic planning, leadership, and effective organizational teams. The program is designed to provide the business professional with a 21st century education. APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Previous Next

Biology (Pre-Medicine) BS Back The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology program is designed to allow students to obtain the comprehensive, solid knowledge in biological sciences. General biology is one of three (3) available focus areas. Pre-Medicine: This focus area is designed to allow students to obtain the comprehensive, solid knowledge in biological sciences, particularly in medical sciences. This degree plan prepares students for futures such as medical school, graduate school, lab technicians in hospitals and research centers, high school teachers of biology/science, medical business, government employees in public health, and more. APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Previous Next

Alternative Teaching Licensure Program (Special Education) -- Back The Alternative Licensure Program is for those seeking a teacher licensure in the state of New Mexico. All classes are 8-weeks long, and you can satisfy the internship requirement as you teach full-time as the teacher of record in a PK-12 private or public New Mexico School. The alternative licensure program is fully online. Students must already have a completed bachelor’s degree and are required to pass all state licensure examinations following completion of the licensure coursework. For additional requirements for alternative licensure, see the NMPED website: Alternative Licensure Program Opportunities – New Mexico Public Education Department (state.nm.us) APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Licensure Disclosures Previous Next

PK-12 Administration EdD Back The Doctor of Education (EdD) in PK-12 Administration program is specifically designed for professionals in the field of public education. This emphasis is recommended for administrators in a PK-12 setting, responsible for the oversight of schools, systems, municipalities, and/or districts. APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Tuition Details Previous Next

Staff Job Openings Back Job title: FLSA Classification: Reports to: Previous Next Head Athletic Trainer Exempt, On-Campus Vice President of Athletics & Campus Facilities Position goal: The goal for each member of the USW campus community is to believe and live consistently by the principles of the mission of the University. The USW mission is as follows: University of the Southwest is a Christ-centered educational community dedicated to developing men and women for a lifetime of servant leadership by emphasizing individual faith, responsibility, and initiative. Teaching at University of the Southwest adheres to belief in God, in the Bible as the inspired Word of God, in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, and in the separation of church and state. University of the Southwest strives for excellence in academic curriculum, campus life programming, and student activities in a supportive educational community where freedom of thought and expression is honored and the demonstration of faith in acts of service is encouraged. At University of the Southwest, students are instructed and mentored by a faculty and staff who demonstrate Christ-centered values and maintain an environment where students can live and work cooperatively, valuing the multiple cultures from which they came. As a community of initiative, University of the Southwest challenges graduates to become enterprising members of our society contributing to the common good by advocating and participating in the productive commerce of free enterprise, the constitutional privilege of self-government, and the practical contributions of community service. Position Summary: This position will be responsible for the organization, development and coordination of the USW athletic training program according to the goals and objectives of a NAIA Division I intercollegiate athletic program at the local, regional, and national level. This position will develop, organize, and manage the evaluation, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries of all USW student-athletes. This position reports directly to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. Essential Functions: Manage and supervise the health care of student-athletes for each of USW’s sport teams Evaluate injuries and coordinate any emergency medical response when a student-athlete is seriously injured in practice or competition Utilize evidence-based techniques in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries Develop and implement the appropriate rehabilitation programs when injuries occur, ensuring the student-athlete is medically cleared for return to competition in a safe and timely manner Assist in the development of preventative conditioning program(s) within each sport to safely increase the maximum performance from each student-athlete while minimizing injuries Organize and maintain all student-athlete medical records for the required NAIA timeframe, keep each file up-to-date to facilitate insurance billing and payments, and maintain proper documentation for any future medical or legal claims Organize and direct preseason physicals with physicians and coordinate medical clearance for all team activities, including practice, conditioning, weight lifting, and competition Ensure all required student-athlete paperwork is completed and filed prior to any team workouts Act as a liaison between student-athletes, coaches, and team physicians regarding medical injuries or illness within a timely basis Maintain and document NATA certification requirements and New Mexico state license (or have ability to quickly acquire NM license), CPR and First Aid for Healthcare Workers for all USW athletic trainers Direct, supervise, and mentor associate athletic trainers to ensure appropriate coverages for all sport teams Develop and utilize yearly budgets to order or acquire needed supplies, equipment, repairs, travel, membership dues, and professional development Update and maintain EAPs as needed Communicate with fellow athletic trainers in a timely basis before each sports’ away competition for any student-athletes’ medical needs Other responsibilities: Performs other related duties as assigned Participates in campus activities Education, experience, & skills required: Master’s Degree required in an appropriate field of study A minimum of 3 years of athletic training and/or sports medicine experience at the NCAA/NAIA intercollegiate level preferred NATA Certification in good standing, NM Athletic Trainers’ License (or ability to acquire quickly), and current CPR and First Aid for Healthcare Workers are required Proficient computer skills are also highly preferred Must possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of a NAIA-affiliated conference, departmental and University compliance rules and regulations as well as a commitment to those ideals Demonstrated commitment towards academic integrity and the graduation of the student-athlete Demonstrated commitment towards student-athlete welfare Demonstrated commitment towards fiscal responsibility Excellent organizational skills The ability to provide strong leadership and direction for assigned administrative area of responsibility Demonstrated ability to be a “Team Player” within the Department of Athletics and the University Commitment to the overall Mission, Philosophy, and Goals of the Department of Athletics and the University APPLY NOW! Applications should be submitted via email to Veronica Torrez (vtorrez@usw.edu ) .

< Back Effects of temperature on growth date, weight, and length of mutants of Drosophila melanogaster Emma Rocco and Yusheng Wu Department of Biological Sciences, University of the Southwest Corresponding Author E-mail: ywu@usw.edu Abstract The fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, was chosen due to its small size, short life cycle, significant genetic variability, and relatively inexpensive to propagate. Little is known about the effects of temperature on the development of fruit fly mutants, including scarlet eye, vestigial wing, white eye, yellow body, and wild-type strains. This study aimed to explore the effects on dry weight and body length among those five strains at two different temperatures, 20°C and 25°C. The data was analyzed using the t-test, ANOVA, and Tukey HSD test. The observation records showed that temperature did affect the number of days in each growth period for all five strains. The high temperature (25°C) shortened those periods. The low temperature (20°C) prolonged those periods. The ANOVA and Tukey DSH test found the difference between the dry weight and body length pairs among those five strains at 20ºC and 25ºC. The t-test results demonstrate the difference in dry weight and body length between the two temperature settings in females and males of each strain. DOI: https://doi.org/10.62548/SJAS23030105 Publication Details: Southwest Journal of Arts & Sciences, 2023, 3(1): 26-30 Read Full Text Previous Next

< Back Self-Determination and Black Women Leaders Dr. Denise Turley Assistant Professor, College of Business Administration, University of the Southwest Email: dturley@usw.edu Abstract This article presents a phenomenological study of the leadership experiences of Black women through the lens of self-determination theory. Self-determination theory (SDT) suggests people can grow and change when their needs for competence, connection, and autonomy are fulfilled; once those needs are met, people become self-determined (Ryan & Deci, 2017). The researcher designed this qualitative study on the conceptual framework of self-determination theory to understand the success factors associated with Black women. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with twelve Black women leaders living or working in Virginia. Three main themes emerged during data analysis corresponding with self-determination theory: (1) relatedness/support, (2) autonomy/authenticity, and (3) competence/confidence. Keywords: Black women leaders, self-determination theory, motivation DOI: https://doi.org/10.62548/SJAS23030101 Publication Details: Southwest Journal of Arts & Sciences, 2023, 3(1): 4-8 Read Full Text Previous Next

Employee Benefits All full time employees are eligible for benefits. Benefit eligible new employees have the opportunity to enroll in insurance plans within the first fifteen days of employment. medical insurance Medical insurance is available at the time of hire for all eligible employees. The effective date of coverage is the first of the month following the date of hire. Coverage is available for employees and their dependents. If coverage is not taken at the time of hire it may not be added except during the annual open enrollment prior or within 30 days of a valid family status change. dental insurance Dental insurance is available at the time of hire for all eligible employees. The effective date of coverage is the first of the month following the date of hire. Coverage is available for employees and their dependents. If coverage is not taken at the time of hire it may not be added except during the annual open enrollment prior or within 30 days of a valid family status change. vision insurance Vision insurance is available at the time of hire for all eligible employees. The effective date of coverage is the first of the month following the date of hire. Coverage is available for employees and their dependents. If coverage is not taken at the time of hire it may not be added except during the annual open enrollment prior or within 30 days of a valid family status change. Life Insurance Benefit-eligible employees will receive a $50,000 Term Life Policy and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance at the time of hire, courtesy of the University of the Southwest. long-term and short-term disability Benefit-eligible employees who suffer a disabling illness, disease, or injury, can apply for continuation of partial compensation through a short-term and long-term disability plan. The University pays for this coverage. The coverage does not include job-related illness, disease, or injury. Such conditions are covered by Worker’s Compensation Insurance. health care premium only plan The option of assigning specific salary amounts under Section 125 of the IRS code which will not be taxed by federal, state, or FICA taxes is available. retirement plan All eligible employees are able to participate in the University 403(b) Retirement Plan with Guidestone. All eligible employees are able to make voluntary employee contributions upon employment. The discretionary University of the Southwest contribution will begin after the employee meets the eligibility requirements. tuition waivers The University supports the ongoing professional and personal development of its employees; therefore, full-time employees are eligible for a 100% tuition waiver of undergraduate and graduate tuition upon the first day of service. The waiver shall apply to tuition only. The tuition waiver benefit is also available to spouses and dependents after the employee has one year of service. The benefit is limited to the equivalent of full-time student status on a calendar basis (i.e., 18 hours graduate and 24 hours undergraduate). Employee discounts are available for tuition not covered by a tuition waiver, excluding dissertation and/or doctoral mentoring hours. council for independent colleges University of the Southwest is a member of the CIC tuition exchange program. This network of colleges and universities is willing to accept a limited number of tuition-free children from families of full-time employees of other CIC institutions. For further information go to www.cic.edu. paid holidays Employees receive various paid holidays throughout the calendar year. paid time off (PTO) PTO leave is available for full-time staff at the rate of 2 days per month (or 7.39 hours per pay period). Staff members with over 10 years of service earn additional levels of PTO. PTO is available for vacation, illness, or personal business affairs of the employee. Sick Leave (Part-time employees) Staff employees classified as part-time will earn one hour of sick leave for every thirty hours worked. paid parental leave University of the Southwest will provide up to four weeks of paid parental leave to employees following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care. The benefit is available to employees after one year of service. bereavement leave Staff will be granted up to five days paid leave in the event of the death of a spouse, children, children-in-law, parent, parent-in-law, or grandchild and three days paid leave in the event of the death of a grandparent, brother, sister, or brother/sister-in-law in order to attend the funeral and/or take care of final arrangements. court leave Eligible full-time staff will be granted leave with pay to attend court as a juror or witness duty. A copy of the subpoena is required. family medical leave act (FMLA) Employees may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons, including the employee’s own serious health condition. Please apply in writing through the Human Resources office. All employee benefits are subject to change at the discretion of the university.

Alternative Teaching Licensure Program (K-12) -- Back The Alternative Licensure Program is for those seeking a teacher licensure in the state of New Mexico. All classes are 8-weeks long, and you can satisfy the internship requirement as you teach full-time as the teacher of record in a PK-12 private or public New Mexico School. The alternative licensure program is fully online. Students must already have a completed bachelor’s degree and are required to pass all state licensure examinations following completion of the licensure coursework. For additional requirements for alternative licensure, see the NMPED website: Alternative Licensure Program Opportunities – New Mexico Public Education Department (state.nm.us) APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Licensure Disclosures Previous Next

Educational Leadership (Principal Licensure) MSE Back The Master of Science in Education (MSE) in Educational Leadership (Principal Licensure) program is a fully online, adult-learner focused program designed to prepare students for school leadership positions while working. The curriculum is designed to provide candidates with real-world experiences to bridge theory and practice and to support the development of the foundational knowledge, skills, and dispositions essential to success in diverse school contexts. The program empowers students to be a mission-driven school leader, developing abilities to improve educational outcomes and effect positive change in diverse P-12 school settings. The program aligns with Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) and is designed to create culturally competent and responsive school leaders. Upon completion of this 36-credit hour program, candidates are eligible to apply for an administrator license in New Mexico. To review the educational administration licensing requirements in New Mexico, please refer to the following website: https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/how-to-apply/educational-administration-pre-k-12/ . Students from other states must contact a representative pf their state’s department of education to determine if this degree program will be accepted for licensing purposes. The College of Education at University of the Southwest operates under the auspices of the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) that uses the standards developed by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) to evaluate education programs. For testing and licensure requirements for your specific program, refer to the New Mexico Department of Education Licensure Department. https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/ Out-of-state students will need to contact the respective State’s Department of Education for testing and licensure requirements. APPLY NOW! Degree Plan Licensure Disclosures Previous Next