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Why CIU?
BECAUSE WE EMPHASIZE . . . Letter from the President..................................4
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Dear Prospective Student,
In 1987, I enrolled as a student at Columbia International University. CIU
attracted me because of the university’s heart for reaching the nations with the
message of Jesus Christ.
During my student years, I learned about CIU’s five Core Values: the Authority
WILLIAM H. JOnES
PRESIDEnT of Scripture, World Evangelization, Prayer and Faith, Victorious Christian Living
and Evangelical Unity. These core values represent the DNA of CIU. They
shape and define us by giving us purpose and passion. I’ve never forgotten my
student years here at CIU!
Today, as in 1987, CIU continues its mission of training Christian ministers and
ministering Christians to impact the world with the message of Christ. Your Bible
major, combined with one of 13 professional majors, will equip you to share
Christ anytime, anywhere.
Your education at CIU will transform you spiritually, physically, mentally and
emotionally. You will gain new friends, new encounters and experience God
anew in different places and at different times.
I invite you to come and spend time on our campus. Walk into our classrooms,
talk to our faculty, see our passion, live our core values and experience what it’s
like to really know Him and make Him known.
This catalog contains information about living and studying at CIU, but it may
not tell you everything you want to know. If we can help you personally, please
call (800) 777-2227 or e-mail the Admissions Office at Admissions@ciu.edu to
discuss your specific needs or questions with one of our counselors.
Warmly in Christ,
William H. Jones
President
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Introduction
2009-2010 Undergraduate Programs
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2009-2010 Undergraduate Programs
(spiritual formation), and hands (practical ministry content and understanding of its meaning, by
skills) in a balanced way. assimilating and applying its truth, and by
developing skill in the use of study tools.
CIU serves students from more than 40 states
and more than 30 foreign countries with the • Know oneself by an increasing awareness of
majority coming from five Southeastern states. spiritual gifts, personality types, and personal
More than 52 church denominations and inde- potential.
pendent fellowships are represented in the faculty • Know people by becoming sensitive to their
and student body. CIU graduates serve in voca- needs and the contexts in which they live, and
tional Christian ministries and in the marketplace by improving communication with them, what-
with about 30 percent of CIU graduates working ever their cultures.
in cross-cultural contexts. • Know the skills required in a particular area of
ministry. By “ministry” we consciously and
Mission intentionally include those who are called by
God to minister in and through professional dis-
Columbia International University educates peo-
ciplines — whether in communication, educa-
ple form a biblical worldview to impact the
tion, psychology, or other professional
nations with the message of Christ. The imple-
disciplines where training programs are being
mentation of this educational purpose by the
developed.
Undergraduate School of Columbia International
University (CIU) is expressed in the following In addition to the faculty, the university provides
statement: The purpose of undergraduate studies resources for learning, the incentives, and the
is to prepare students to become world curricular guidance necessary for progress
Christians who serve God with excellence in toward these goals. We expect students to be
cross-cultural, church, marketplace, and other active participants in the spiritual, academic,
ministry roles. social, and physical dimensions of college life. As
they do, they come “to know Him” better and are
We pursue this mission as a post-secondary aca- able “to make Him known” more effectively. We
demic community modeling, mentoring and moti- believe that God’s purpose for Columbia
vating students to cultivate spiritual vitality and International University institutionally, and for its
character formation, to acquire knowledge in bib- faculty and students individually, is achieved only
lical content and gain interpretation skills, to by the supernatural work of the Holy Spirit
develop competence as critical thinkers and through yielded believers.
communicators, to formulate a comprehensive
Christian worldview for themselves, and to Philosophy of Education, Goals and
explore and initiate experiences that are ministry- Faculty Responsibilities
focused, based on their calling.
An overview
Our purpose is summarized in our motto, “To The basic educational philosophy of Columbia
know Him and to make Him known.” Both the International University is derived from two
curriculum and the community life at CIU are essential goals, one personal and one vocational.
intentionally designed to stimulate a dynamic
context in which each student is assisted and A Personal Goal: We desire growth in personality,
encouraged to pursue the following institutional character, spiritual maturity, and knowledge. At
goals: Columbia International University, our objective
experientially is to know God and become
• Know Christ by learning submission to His
increasingly like His son, Jesus Christ. To become
Lordship and dependence on the Holy Spirit,
like Christ implies that we know who He is. Our
thus making progress in conforming to His
knowledge of Christ has two dimensions: to know
image.
all we may know about Him cognitively, and to
• Know the Word by gaining mastery of its know Him in intimate relationship experientially.
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2009-2010 Undergraduate Programs
We know God because he has revealed Himself. the inter-relationships and tasks associated with
God has revealed Himself through general revela- healthy education that is Kingdom oriented.
tion (the creation and its order), through special
revelation (the Bible), and through his Son Jesus
Christ (the Incarnation). General revelation reveals
God’s world as it is (reality); it declares His glory.
Growing Relationship:
Growing Relationship:
sin problem, and God’s solution for man’s prob-
lem (salvation as a free gift). Christ Incarnate
reveals the relationship dynamics of the Trinitarian
God and His desire for a reconciled relationship
with mankind as well as healthy relationships
among mankind. On these three aspects of God’s
Accountability
Accountability
revelation of Himself, the Bible serves as the core
Growing Relationship:
Support
Support
The Word, Prayer, Faith, & Fellowship
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2009-2010 Undergraduate Programs
tionships are rooted in the Word, prayer, faith, wor- biology, ecology, and critical thinking. We study
ship, and fellowship. While a student, life change is not only our message, but we study those with
the result of accomplishing the educational core whom we would share the message so that we
experience. Out of this growing experience, may share it most effectively. Most importantly, we
steeped in healthy relationships, our students study to know the One who created and sustains
mature so that they can become servant leaders all, for to know and reverence Him is the begin-
with a passion for walking with God and a strategic ning of wisdom, the foundation on which we
eye for the Kingdom business in the 21st century. understand the message we deliver.
While not within this picture, the faculty has As an institution of higher education, there are at
worked hard at identifying significant inputs and least two relevant reasons for studying general
expected outcomes associated with this concep- education. First, an important part of studying the
tual framework. The faculty attempt to assess the various disciplines in general education is to
success of graduates in reaching stated learning become the fully formed, creative, reasoning,
outcomes. As they assess student success and social creatures that God designed us to be. In so
challenges, they engage in a continuous process doing we enter into richer relationships with both
of adjusting educational programs so they meet God and our neighbors. The second vital reason
the ever-changing needs of college students. to study general education is the ability to com-
municate Christ effectively. By becoming well-
Program design formed, not only will we have reasoning skills,
To fulfill these personal and vocational goals, we worldview understanding, anthropological knowl-
offer a variety of academic programs, with Bible edge and historical perspectives that will enable
as the core of each. To master the Bible, it is nec- us to reach others, we will have richer cultures and
essary to know its content and understand its worldviews into which we can draw people.
meaning. Further, to apply the truth of the
Scripture so that it changes patterns of thinking not only do we study the Bible and “the books of
and behavior is vitally important. Skill in observing, nature” including the sciences and humanities, but
interpreting, and applying God’s Word is neces- we seek to develop the professional tools of good
sary. Bible surveys, book studies, topical Bible communication so that we make Christ known
studies (i.e., theology), and Bible-related subjects effectively. For this reason, skills in counseling,
are designed with these purposes in mind. To teaching, preaching, evangelism, shepherding,
missions, leadership, management, and music are
develop skill in the use of the Bible, tools for study
developed according to the individual’s gifts and
and communication are learned and used in such
calling. We seek to provide an introduction to nor-
courses as hermeneutics, biblical languages,
mal technical skills within a program to fulfill our
homiletics and others.
vocational objectives, knowing that an associate
However, to make Christ known in the full sense of degree or a bachelor’s degree are often viewed as
the word, it is necessary not only to study the entry level requirements into various positions
Bible and Bible-related subjects, but to know the vocationally.
people to whom we would make Christ known
Preparation for ministry and professional service
and how to communicate best with those people.
would not be complete without supervised experi-
In studying people and nature, we differ from Bible ence in the real world. Under the direction of the
schools that teach only the Bible and Bible-related Ministry Skills Development Department, students
subjects. To know human nature, we study psy- engage in a variety of ministries and professional
chology, anthropology, and sociology. To know experiences so that each student puts into prac-
human thought, we study human religion, philoso- tice what he or she is learning in the classroom.
phy, and literature. To know human experience, Whenever possible, ministry skills assignments
we study history, geography, the arts, and more. correlate with methods courses and upper-level
To know empirically about creation and quantita- program studies to further enhance the learning
tive reasoning, we study math, physical science, process.
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Through the learning process in academic set- through our example, our teaching and our
tings, ministry skills experiences, and normal stu- mutual submission to lifestyle standards that
dent life, we believe that a spiritual transformation honor Christ and the authority of His Word.
takes place in the student throughout his or her • Model the life of scholars who are committed to
college career at CIU. We also provide special academic excellence and discipline and serve
opportunities to help students grow spiritually one another as those who are committed to a
through chapels, conferences, days of prayer, collegial exploration of knowledge in community.
other campus strategies (i.e., small group ministry)
and involvement in local churches to enhance • Require a Biblical Studies major and a healthy
spiritual transformation. One’s walk with God breadth of General Education courses for every
matures; one’s relationships with others grows; baccalaureate student and encourage a second
and one’s understanding and confidence in what professional major in a vocational field consis-
God is doing within is transformed into a spiritual- tent with the student’s gifts, abilities, and calling.
ly sensitive adult member of society committed to • Provide basic ministry skills development,
knowing and loving Christ, appreciating His cre- including evangelism skills, cross-cultural explo-
ation, and becoming honest and intimate in all ration, and Bible teaching skills for every stu-
types of relationships. The result of this spiritual dent no matter what his or her vocational calling
transformation is sometimes called the spirit-filled is, and provide field experience opportunities
life or Victorious Christian Living. within one’s vocational calling.
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plete in its revelation, final in its content, and Thess. 4:16), bodily (Acts 1:11; Col. 2:9), and
without any errors in its teachings. visibly (Matt. 26:64; Rev. 1:7). His coming will
2. All men in their natural state are lost, alienated precede the age of universal peace and right-
from God, spiritually dead: “All have sinned, eousness foretold in the Scriptures (Matt.
and fall short of the glory of God” (Rom. 3:23). 24:29, 30, 42; II Thess. 2:7, 8; Rev. 20:1-6).
(Candidates for graduation need not affirm the
3. Salvation is only by grace, a free gift of God,
premillennial position.)
through faith in the Lord Jesus, who died for
our sins according to the Scriptures (1 Cor. Denominational Relationships
15:3). Those who thus receive Christ by faith
have their sins forgiven (Eph. 1:7) and their Although Columbia International University is
hearts cleansed (Acts 15:9), are born of the denominationally unaffiliated, it seeks to serve a
Spirit, become children of God (Jn. 1:12, 13), variety of evangelical denominations and inde-
and are made new creatures in Christ (II Cor. pendent congregations. The faculty and student
5:17). body reflect church affiliations across a broad
spectrum of north American and non-north
4. God is One God, Who reveals Himself in three American denominations and church fellowships.
Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Jesus Students find exposure to persons from various
Christ, as the Scriptures affirm, is the Son of ecclesiastical traditions, which are united in their
God and Son of man. He was born of a virgin commitment to evangelical orthodoxy, an enrich-
and is Himself very God. The Scriptures also ing and beneficial experience. CIU prepares its
declare the deity and personality of the Holy students to return to the denomination or church
Spirit. tradition that nurtured them. The curriculum
5. Our Lord Jesus rose from the dead in the same makes provision for church polity courses taught
body that was laid to rest in the tomb (Jn. by ministers who represent various denomina-
20:25-27). The bodies of all believers who die tions. We also provide for elective courses on
will be raised from the dead, and they will denominational distinctives as desired by various
receive an incorruptible body like unto His glo- groups.
rious body (I Cor. 15:53; Phil. 3:21). All other
The following affiliations are typically represented
men shall be raised unto “the resurrection of
on campus:
judgment” (Jn. 5:28, 29).
African Methodist Episcopal
6. Christians, born of the Spirit, are to live the new African Methodist Episcopal Zion
life in the present power of the Spirit. “If we live
Alliance des Eglises Evangéliques
by the Spirit, by the Spirit let us also walk” (Gal.
Interdépendantes
5:16-25; Col. 2:6). The Christian’s responsibility
American Baptist
and his normal attitude of life is to yield himself
to God (Rom. 6:13), trusting God to keep him. Anglican Church in America
Assemblies of God
7. Christian “living” includes Christian service, the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Synod
winning of souls around us, and the preaching Christian and Missionary Alliance
of the Gospel in the uttermost parts of the
Church of God in Christ
earth. In carrying on this work there is needed
Church of the nazarene
the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit which
Conservative Baptist Association
is granted to every believer as he yields and
Episcopal
trusts (Acts 1:8; I Cor. 12:7; Eph. 3:20; Acts
Evangelical Free Church of America
5:32). And in all of this service, prayer is to
Freewill Baptist
have the central place (Jn. 14:12-14; Eph. 6:18,
19). Independent Baptist Churches
Independent Churches
8. Jesus Christ will come again to earth the sec-
national Baptist Convention
ond time (Heb. 9:28), personally (Acts 1:11; I
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Pentecostal Directors of Teacher Education and Certification
Presbyterian Church in America (nASDTEC).
Presbyterian Church, various denominations • Is a member of the Higher Education Transfer
Southern Baptist Convention Alliance (HETA) for transcript evaluation.
United Methodist Church • Is approved by the Certification Commission of
the Association of Christian Schools
Accreditation and Recognition International for the preparation of teachers for
Columbia international University: a ministry in Christian school education and for
secondary Bible certification.
• Is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of
the Southern Association of Colleges and • Is approved by the State Approval Agency,
Schools, the regional accrediting agency for the South Carolina Department of Education, State
Southeastern United States for undergraduate of South Carolina, to train persons under
and graduate education and is authorized to Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation for
award degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, Disabled Veterans), Chapter 34
master’s, first professional, and doctoral levels. (Veterans Educational Assistance), and Chapter
35 (War Orphans Educational Assistance) of
• Is accredited by the Commission on Title 38, United States Code.
Accreditation of the Association for Biblical
Higher Education, a north American accrediting • Holds membership in the Evangelical Training
agency for undergraduate and graduate institu- Association.
tions offering degrees in Bible and ministry. Students or other stake holders wishing to reach
• Is accredited by the Commission on accrediting agencies may do so by contacting
Accreditation of the Association of Theological them at the following addresses:
Schools in the United States and Canada, a southern Association of Colleges and schools
north American accrediting agency for seminar- 1866 Southern Lane
ies and theological graduate schools. Decatur, GA 30033-4097
• Is authorized under Federal law to enroll non- Tel. (404) 679-4500
immigrant alien students. www.sacs.org
• Is recognized by the Selective Service System. Association for Biblical higher education
• Is chartered as a collegiate institution by the 5575 S. Semoran Blvd., Suite 26
State of South Carolina, and is authorized by Orlando, FL 32822-1781
the State of South Carolina to grant such Tel. (407) 207-0808
degrees as the board of trustees shall deter- www.abhe.org
mine.
the Association of theological schools in the
• Is a member of South Carolina Independent
United states and Canada.*
Colleges and Universities.
10 Summit Park Drive
• Is listed in Accredited Institutions of Pittsburgh, PA 15275
Postsecondary Education. (412) 788-6505
• Is listed in the Education Directory (Higher www.ats.edu
Education). *Seminary Accreditation Only
• Is approved at the graduate level for elementary
teacher education programs by the South
Carolina Department of Education, which is
affiliated with the national Association of State
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Degrees Offered
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Completing a Degree
the meaning of a degree We conduct specific assessment activities each
Community expectation (evangelical or secular) year, and results guide the institutional planning
does not ultimately determine the meaning of a process, enabling us to make improvements
degree from CIU. We are responsible to define that our evaluations indicate we need.
our own purpose and establish our own focused on spiritual formation*
achievement standards. All programs provide • Graduating students will demonstrate life
significant training for vocational Christian serv- change and spiritual maturation through spiritual
ice. Criteria for granting a degree are designed formation in the following terms:
to reflect the student’s character and the stu-
• Graduating students should demonstrate a
dent’s competency in both general and profes-
growing intimacy in their relationship with God,
sional areas.
as evidenced in the areas of worship, prayerful-
Because of the whole life training character of the ness, and faith.
program and its basic objective, “To know Him
• Graduating students should demonstrate a
and to make Him known,” earning a degree at
biblical understanding of themselves rooted in
CIU involves more than merely meeting aca-
Christ, as evidenced in the areas of confidence,
demic requirements. It also requires that a stu-
self-discipline, and stability.
dent reflect adequate achievement of the CIU
objectives (including such non-academic areas • Graduating students should demonstrate a
as personal moral character, positive interper- growing relationship with the body of Christ as
sonal and family relationships, and local church evidenced in the areas of community, unity, and
involvement). Although non-academic objec- submission.
tives may not be measured with complete • Graduating students should demonstrate a
objectivity, we believe valid and useful assess- growing maturity in personal relationships, as
ment is possible and beneficial for student mat- evidenced in the areas of purity, faithfulness,
uration. and servanthood.
To qualify for a degree doctrinally, a student must • Graduating students should demonstrate a
demonstrate an understanding of basic biblical desire to serve God fully as they engage the
doctrines and affirm the institution’s doctrinal world, as evidenced in the areas of kingdom or
statement (with the exception of the final sen- eternal perspective, conviction, and persever-
tence, which is not a mandatory requirement) as ance.
an effective articulation of basic truths taught in
*The faculty recognizes that spiritual formation
Scripture. Recognizing the centrality and impor-
may be defined in various ways. After careful
tance of Scripture as our ultimate authority to
consideration, in 2005, the faculty defined spiri-
guide one through life, a student receiving a CIU
tual formation as follows: “Spiritual formation is
degree must also affirm his or her belief in the
the divinely ordained transformational process
doctrine of the inerrancy of the Scriptures.
by which the Holy Spirit leads believers to
Undergraduate objectives embrace the Lord Jesus Christ through the
The objectives of our undergraduate college Word of God, and by that relationship become
express specific ways in which we endeavor to progressively more free from sin and more like
accomplish our mission through helping stu- Christ. The Spirit’s formative work occurs in the
dents to develop in spiritual maturity, Bible context of a vital engagement with a community
knowledge, ministry skills, and general educa- of believers.”
tion. We take our mission and objectives seri-
ously and have taken great care to state these
objectives in terms that facilitate assessment.
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focused on Bible Knowledge • Graduating students will demonstrate techni-
• Graduating students must demonstrate a basic cal and human service skills by completing
knowledge of the Bible in the following terms: internships, practica, or other forms of direct
service under professional supervision in their
• Graduating students will demonstrate basic programs.
understanding of the content and composition
of the biblical revelation of God’s plan of salva- focused on General education
tion and program of redemption, including a • Graduating students will demonstrate develop-
basic grasp of the content, principles of inter- ment in general educational outcomes in the fol-
pretation, and theological teaching of the Bible. lowing terms:
• Graduating students will demonstrate a thor- • Graduating students will evidence development
ough understanding of the biblical standards, in formation of a biblical worldview, which pro-
principles, and provisions for Christ-like living. vides a framework for interpreting, integrating,
• Graduating students will demonstrate a basic and assimilating truth from various realms of
grasp of the biblical mandate for world evange- revelation and human inquiry.
lization and the role and responsibility of each • Graduating students will demonstrate improved
individual believer and local church in that enter- achievement and proficiency, parallel to that of
prise. students of comparable academic aptitude
nationally, in developing intellectual skills includ-
focused on Professional Competencies and ing proficiency in written and oral communica-
ministry skills tion, problem solving, and clarifying values.
• Graduating students must demonstrate growth • Graduating students will demonstrate improved
in identification, understanding, and refinement achievement and proficiency, parallel to that of
of ministry skills in the following terms: students of comparable academic aptitude
• Graduating students will evidence identifica- nationally, in general educational content areas
tion and understanding of their major spiritual including functioning within social institutions,
gifts and abilities, and will evidence ability to using mathematical data, using science and
use them effectively in ministry. technology, and using the arts.
• Graduating students will evidence integration • Graduating students will evidence commitment
of the cognitive aspects of learning with affec- to the practice of lifelong learning.
tive and behavioral aspects by demonstrating
competence in development of ministry Preparing servant-Leaders
strategies, development and use of ministry Leadership skill development
materials, and adequate skill in methods and Principles for leadership, spiritual transformation,
media of presentation appropriate to their indi- and ministry formation are not found within a sin-
vidual academic specialization and vocational gle discipline or course at CIU. We believe that
goals. leadership development for believers is inter-disci-
• Graduating students will demonstrate devel- plinary and requires balance between knowledge,
opment in and adequate reflection of traits skill development, and life experiences.
and skills for spiritual leadership, such as CIU believes that all servant-leaders need to know
commitment to the biblical priority of world the Lord, know themselves, know and relate posi-
evangelization; personal involvement in evan- tively to others, understand and appreciate the
gelizing the lost and promoting righteousness; uniqueness of others and their cultures, under-
justice, and mercy in society; dependability, stand Scripture including the Creation Mandate
creativity, initiative and vision; and a servant and the Great Commission, understand the nature
attitude in their ministry skills and internship of Christ’s Church and love one another, appreci-
experiences. ate and steward God’s creation, and do business
ethically with others.
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We believe leadership is expressed in multiple community. This includes practical opportunities
settings. Each graduate will face differing leader- within small groups among peers, the chapel pro-
ship responsibilities in the home, in local church- gram, student organizations, and local churches.
es, in vocational settings, and in the community
where he or she lives. In the context of Scripture, Chapel, Conferences, and Local Church
each servant-leader can live and lead victoriously experience
because “His divine power has given us every- The faculty requires every undergraduate student
thing we need for life and godliness through our to regularly attend a local church while enrolled at
knowledge of Him” (2 Peter 1:3). CIU; we encourage a serious commitment and
involvement as a college student in order to
To this end, the focus of the first two years of a develop the habits and commitments necessary
student’s bachelor’s degree program emphasizes to function as a servant-leader in a church setting.
biblical studies, general education courses, and Local churches provide opportunities for students
Christian Service Learning (CSL) opportunities. to gain leadership experience.
The goal in these two years of CSL is to encour-
age students to build service- oriented relation- The faculty also requires every undergraduate stu-
ships within the local church. dent to regularly attend and participate in the
campus chapel program. On Tuesdays and
CIU encourages churches to use students in a Thursdays, undergraduates will join the university
variety of ways. Local churches will encourage community in all university chapels; on
students to participate in evangelism related Wednesdays and Fridays, meetings and chapels
opportunities, in age-graded discipleship and focus on the undergraduate school community.
Bible teaching related opportunities, in mission Chapels provide opportunities for students to gain
outreach, and in other areas of service within the leadership experience.
body of Christ. While school is in session, our
commitment is to encourage students to build Special conferences, days of prayer, and other
faithful relationships within a local body of Christ. events are scheduled throughout the school year
CIU will encourage students to develop long-term by the faculty to help integrate faith and practice.
relationships with a single church rather than In addition, these events provide opportunities for
bouncing from church to church. students to gain leadership experience.
The second year goal is for these students to Christian service Learning (CsL)
continue a relationship within the local church and The student, having identified a local church dur-
(if appropriate to the student’s gifting and goals) ing the first semester experience, will faithfully
allow students greater freedom to choose a attend that church and volunteer at least 20 hours
Christian Service Learning opportunity within the of service their freshman year and 30 hours per
broader community. semester their sophomore year, within the church
ministry or a ministry designated by the church.
During the final two years of a bachelor’s degree
This service must be documented and be
program, the focus will emphasize knowledge and
approved by the church/ministry, and a record
practical skill development associated with the
submitted to the MSD office. no credit will be
professional major and/or minors that each stu-
given, but completion of the service hours is a
dent selects. This knowledge is applied in
graduation requirement. Lack of faithfulness in
practicum, internship, and other practical skill
attending or participating in a local church is an
development within the community. Throughout
issue related to Christian character; failure to
the entire time as a CIU student, each servant-
demonstrate faithfulness will be addressed by the
leader has opportunities to participate in student-
Student Life Office.
led leadership on campus and within the
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Bible Certificate
Program Coordinator: Joel Williams
Dr. Williams is the chair of the Biblical Studies Division and works hard at making Scripture come to life.
His specialization is new Testament. His delight is seeing his students effectively handling the Word
whether or not they seek traditional full-time ministry.
Purpose: The purpose of the Bible certificate program is to provide a basic course of study that will give
students an opportunity to survey the entire Bible and to lay a foundation in basic doctrine, principles for
Christian life and ministry, and a biblical worldview. The program satisfies the requirement of many mission
agencies for one year of biblical studies. Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements, students are
awarded a Bible certificate.
THE 2110 Survey of Bible Doctrine ................3 5. Application for certificate. (See “Applying for
OR Degrees” in the Academic Life section.)
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3 6. Payment of tuition, fees, and a graduation fee.
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Associate of Arts Degree
Program Coordinator: Joel Williams
Dr. Williams is the chair of the Biblical Studies Division and teaches new Testament courses and Greek.
He is personable and deeply cares that his students fall in love with the Word. He works with other Bible
faculty to ensure that an associate level student has adequate skills in handling the Word before he or she
moves on to other academic of life objectives.
Purpose: For those who desire to obtain a basic understanding of the Bible, the principles of Bible inter-
pretation, and essential Bible skills and background courses, CIU offers the Associate of Arts degree.
Many students who obtain the associate of arts degree continue their education in other academic and
professional fields at a different college or university.
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6. Satisfactory evidence of sound Christian char- with courses transferred in from another school
acter and doctrinal views. A student will not be is accepted. A statement that Bible reading is
accepted as a candidate for a degree who completed is required for candidacy application.
denies any of the doctrines as stated in the
8. Candidacy application. (See “Applying for
Doctrinal Standard, who affirms error in
Degrees” in the Academic Life section.)
Scripture, or who believes in the ultimate salva-
Students who withdraw their application after
tion of all people. (Exception: A candidate need
the published application deadline are obligat-
not affirm the premillennial position expressed
ed to pay the graduation fee.
in Section 8 of the Doctrinal Standard.)
9. neither the graduate’s diploma nor his tran-
7. The reading of the Bible in its entirety at least
script can be released until all financial obliga-
once during the student’s time of study. This
tions have been met.
reading may be done in conjunction with class
assignments. Bible reading done in conjunction
THE 2110 Survey of Bible Doctrine ............................3 PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy. ........................3
___ ____ Open Elective ..............................................3
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Bachelor’s Degree
This presentation of the bachelor’s degree reflects the general template of degree requirements for a four
year undergraduate degree program at CIU. This template provides an overview of the Bible major require-
ments, the General Education requirements, the Ministry Skills requirements and the Spiritual Formation
requirements for a bachelor’s degree. For specific program requirements, we have listed the programs
alphabetically by the professional major or minor.
Students who complete at least one year of study in a foreign language (biblical or modern) will be award-
ed the Bachelor of Arts degree. Students without a second language competency will receive the Bachelor
of Science degree. In both cases, a bachelor’s degree at CIU consists of five basic components:
1. Degree core requirements in Bible and Theology, General Education, and Ministry Skills.
2. At least one professional major or minor.
3. Open electives.
4. Ministry Skills experiences approved for the specific program of study.
5. Spiritual Formation requirements including campus chapel, local church involvement, and personal time
with God.
These five components add up to a minimum of 128 semester hours and additional non credit require-
ments. The following sections outline these basic components:
the three Components of a Bachelor’s degree
1. Bachelor’s Degree Core................................79
See pages 20-22 for more details on core General education..........................................36
requirements. Beyond the major in Bible and another profes-
Bible and theology major ..............................32 sional major/minor, the student broadens his or
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5 her educational horizons through the area of
General Education. This component of a
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
bachelor’s degree includes both foundational
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
courses and a General Education Distribution
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book requirement:
Study ..............................................3
foundation ................................24
BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book
COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3
Study ..............................................3
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3 EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3 MAT 2310 Mathematics Concepts
and Quantitative Reasoning* ........3
THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3 HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture
Old and new Testament Exegetical Book Studies that are
and Civilization 1 ............................3
accepted for the exegesis and exposition requirements are HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture
Old Testament and new Testament book courses that are
3000 level or higher. (Any 2000 level course would require
and Civilization 2 ............................3
additional FDS requirements in order to meet the skill require- PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3
ment.) The purpose of these two course requirements is to
provide opportunity for students to gain proficiency at using PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3
the various exegetical “Principles of Bible Interpretation” *May be substituted with one of the following: MAT 3410
learned in BIB 3420 for both Old Testament literature and
Research Statistics, or PHI 3120 Logic.
new Testament literature, along with exploring appropriate
principles of application needed when teaching or expositing
God’s Word to others.
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General education PHI 3120 Logic
distribution ................................12 PHI 3310 Ancient Philosophy
Each student must select at least 12 semester PHI 3320 Medieval Philosophy
hours of course work beyond the Foundation
PHI 3330 Modern Philosophy
General Education courses, including at least one
course from each of the three General Education SOS 3520 Social Studies & Bible Curriculum
Distribution areas listed below. Courses listed in ___ ____ Foreign Language including Greek,
each area are not exhaustive; other courses may Hebrew, Spanish, and Russian*
meet category requirements, therefore, consult *Students must complete at least one year of a foreign lan-
with your advisor. Some majors specify which guage, a music ensemble or private music lessons in order
courses should be taken to meet this requirement. to count it toward the humanities distribution requirement.
Acceptable courses for the distribution require-
ment include general introductory courses within b) natural science/information science
the disciplines represented in the area.
BIO 2113 Principles of Biology
Applications or skills courses do not satisfy this
BIO 2101 Biology Lab
requirement. CIU courses that meet the distribu-
tion requirement criteria in each area are listed MAT 3410 Research Statistics
below. COM 3720 Web Page Design and
a) humanities/fine Arts Development
COM 2210 History of Communication and CPT 2110 Introduction to Computers
Media CPT 2111 Computer and networking
COM 2760 Introduction to Performing Arts Systems
Ministries PHI 3120 Logic
COM 3410 Digital Photography RES 3411 Research Methods and Designs
COM 3510 Christians, Media, and Culture SCI 2313 Principles of Physical Science
COM 3420 Writing for the Media SCI 2301 Physical Science Lab
EnG 2130 Creative Writing SCI 2320 Intro to Environmental Science
EnG 3300 American Literature
EnG 3410 Shakespeare c) social/Behavioral science
EnG 3510 Western Literature Survey 1 EDU 2110 Foundations of Education
EnG 3511 Western Literature Survey 2 EDU 3331 nature of the Learner
EnG 3520 Five Great novels ECn 2210 Economics I
EnG 3540 Classics of Christian Literature ECn 2220 Economics II
EnG 4530 Literature and Intercultural Studies HIS 2310 U.S. History
HIS 2310 U.S. History and Government ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology
HIS 3110 History of the Christian Church SOC 3740 Marriage and Family
HUM 3221 Arts and Ideas PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning
HUM 3888 Study Tours PSY 3370 Human Growth and Development
ICS 3110 Introduction to World Religions
MUS 3700 Music in Cross-Cultural Settings
MUS xxxx Music Ensemble*
MUS xxxx Music Private Lessons*
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Leadership development & Christian 2. Professional Major/Minor ......................18-45
service Learning ............................................11 Beyond the degree core requirements explained
The Undergraduate School provides academic above, each student working toward a bachelor’s
courses, life coaching, and external experiences degree selects a professional major or minor. A
that provide opportunities for students to integrate student may take up to one professional major
classroom learning with personal maturity, spiritu- and/or two professional minors. Courses applied
al formation, and practical ministry skills. The to any part of the bachelor’s degree core may not
focus is to develop professional ministers and also be applied to the requirements for a profes-
ministering professionals. It is this practical com- sional major or minor.
ponent that most directly focuses on skill compe- Each professional program has certain required
tencies for missions, ministry or the marketplace. foundational courses, including Ministry Skills
Requirements will vary with each professional courses, and may have designated electives. A
major/minor, but in general, all students are course applied to the requirements of any major
required to register for Ministry Skills or minor may also be applied to the requirements
Development during any regular semester in of a second minor if the course meets the require-
which six or more semester hours of academic ments of both programs. The actual requirements
work are taken. Students are strongly encouraged for each major or minor are detailed in the follow-
to plan a cross-cultural experience into their col- ing section of the catalog. The following programs
lege experience. Some will do so for credit; others are offered:
will simply join a short-term mission project. For Biblical Languages
more information, please consult the requirements Bible Teaching
listed under each program listed as “Practical Applied English
Ministry Skills Development.” The following list Business & Organizational Leadership (minor only)
represents the core Leadership and Ministry Skills Christian Education (please see Family and
courses and ministry skills experiences taken by Church Education)
all students pursuing a bachelor’s degree:
Communication
Leadership Development Digital Media Production (minor only)
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2 English (See Applied English)
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian Family and Church Education (FACE)
Movement ......................................3 General Studies (major only) *
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 Humanities
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 Intercultural Studies
Christian Service Learning* International Community Development (minor only)
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year Middle Eastern Studies
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year Missions (please see Intercultural Studies)
Music
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year
Outdoor Leadership (minor only)
Professional field experience requirements Pastoral Ministries
Three semesters of field experience serve as the Philosophy (minor only)
minimal requirements for practical skill develop- Psychology
ment for professional majors. Consult with your
Teacher Education
program director.
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
*Please note that Christian Service Learning is a non-credit (minor only)
course required for graduation, designed to get the student
involved in the local church and to experience servant Youth Ministry
leadership. *General Studies is available to students transferring into CIU
seeking to complete a degree.
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3. Open Electives ..........................................0-31
Depending on the student’s choice of major accepted as a candidate for a degree if he or
and/or minor(s), he or she will have a certain num- she denies any of the doctrines as stated in the
ber of open electives to focus on areas of interest Doctrinal Standard, if he or she affirms error in
not covered by the other two components of the Scripture, or if he or she believes in the ulti-
degree.
mate salvation of all people. (Exception: A
summary of Bachelor’s degree requirements candidate need not affirm the premillennial
1. Minimum 128 semester hours credit. position expressed in Section 8 of the Doctrinal
2. Minimum 32 semester hours of Bible and Standard.) See “The Meaning of a Degree,”
theology. p.14.
3. Minimum 36 semester hours of General 10. The reading of the Bible in its entirety at least
Education. once during the student’s time of study at
4. Minimum 18 semester hours in an approved CIU. This reading may be done in conjunction
program of professional studies. with class assignments. Bible reading done in
5. Minimum 30 semester hours of upper division conjunction with courses transferred in from
courses. another school is accepted. A statement that
6. Minimum cumulative 2.00 grade point Bible reading is completed is required for can-
average. didacy application.
7. Completion of 80 clock hours of Christian 11. Candidacy application. (See “Applying for
Service Learning. Degrees” in the Academic Life section.)
Students who withdraw their application after
8. Residency requirements: a minimum 32
the published application deadline are obligat-
semester hours in residence at CIU; a mini-
ed to pay the graduation fee.
mum of two consecutive regular semesters
registered for at least six (6) semester hours of 12. neither the graduate’s diploma nor a tran-
credit during each semester; the last fifteen (15) script can be released until all financial obliga-
hours of degree requirements must be CIU tions have been met.
coursework. 13. Review and affirmation regarding character,
9. Satisfactory evidence of sound Christian char- ethics, and fulfillment of obligations (finances,
acter and doctrinal views. A student will not be student life standards, etc.).
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Bachelor’s Degree Programs
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Bachelor’s Degree—
Professional majors and minors
Students who graduate with a bachelor’s degree complete a major in Bible plus a major or minor in a
professional field. We want to help students gain knowledge of the Word of God as well as professional
training. In addition to the Bible major, a student may choose from several programs for his or her profes-
sional major or minor:
Applied English What if i am undecided about my program?
Bible Teaching Some students come to CIU undecided about
their majors but convinced that God would have
Biblical Languages
them here studying. A suggested initial program
Business & Organizational Leadership (minor only) of study for such students is outlined below. This
Christian Education (please see Family and outline provides a mix of biblical studies, training
Church Education) in Christian life and ministry and General
Communication Education courses. The General Education work
is typically required in any bachelor’s degree pro-
Digital Media Production (minor only)
gram and so is a wise choice for those who are
English (please see Applied English) fairly sure that they will want to continue on with a
Family and Church Education (FACE) bachelor’s program. Students should plan to
General Studies * decide on a professional major/minor before the
end of their second semester of study.
Humanities
This program of study does not lead to a certifi-
Intercultural Studies
cate from CIU. We recommend the Bible certifi-
International Community Development (minor cate for those who are interested in studying only
only) for one year.
Middle Eastern Studies fall
Missions (please see Intercultural Studies) BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
Music SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2
Outdoor Leadership (minor only) EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
Pastoral Ministries ICS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian
Philosophy (minor only) Movement ......................................3
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Applied English
See also minors in English and Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Program Coordinator: Mark Wenger
Language is integral to culture, and literature is one of the most complex cultural artifacts of a language.
Teaching English for mission purposes requires familiarity with practical matters of language instruction,
as well as ability to handle effectively significant works of literature in English. For these purposes, and
others, CIU offers a major in applied English focusing on Literature and Teaching English as a Foreign
Language (TEFL) to our students. An inter-disciplinary faculty of Mr. Mark Wenger, Mr. Steve Baarendse,
Mr. Joe LeTexier, and Dr. Lindsay Hislop all share the responsibility of instructing and mentoring students
in this English major.
Purpose and objectives • Articulate fundamental characteristics of
The Applied English major at Columbia American culture, examining them in light of
International University prepares students to teach biblical principles.
English effectively to nonnative speakers, whether • Understand how literature may be used as a
in the United States or abroad, a vocation for lens to understand more clearly a culture, for
which there is an ever-increasing demand, and purposes of intercultural communication and
provides a basis upon which to build, through fur- cooperation.
ther study, a career in teaching English to native
speakers, as well. Students who complete the requirements for a major in Applied english
major earn a certificate in teaching English as a minimum: 128
Foreign Language (TEFL) while also gaining a solid
1. Bachelor’s Degree Core................................79
foundation in major literary periods and works of
Western Civilization, in general, and literary works See pages 20-23 for more details on core
within the English language, in particular. requirements.
In addition to receiving all the general objectives, Bible and theology ........................................32
purposes, and requirements the Undergraduate BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
School provides, students completing the Applied BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
English major will be able to:
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
• Exercise a basic understanding of applied lin-
guistics. BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book
Study ..............................................3
• Apply practical understanding of the nature of
language, language and culture, language learn- BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book
ing, and the relationship between literature and Study ..............................................3
culture. BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
• Make sound choices concerning materials, BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
methods, and procedures for effective instruc-
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
tion of students in matters of communication in
English, both written and spoken. THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
• Express and apply fundamental principles and THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3
rationale for using English language teaching as
General education..........................................36
an effective means of cross-cultural ministry.
• Guide others in understanding significant works foundation ..........................24
of literature in the English language coming from COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3
the cultural traditions of Western Civilization for EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
purposes of cross-cultural communication,
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3
especially for ministry purposes.
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MAT 2310 Mathematics Concepts and EnG 3510
Quantitative Reasoning ..................3 Or 3511 Western Literature I or II ................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture EnG 4450 Field Experience ............................3
and Civilization 1 ............................3 EnG 4530 Literature and Incultural Studies ....3
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture LnG 4471 Basic TEFL Techniques..................3
and Civilization 2 ............................3
LnG 4472 Practical TEFL Techniques ............3
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3
LnG 4473 Communicative TEFL Skills. ..........3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3
LnG 4474 Advanced TEFL Techniques. ........3
General education
distribution ............................12 designated electives ............6
For the Applied English major, the following EnG 2130 Creative Writing ............................3
courses are required for the General Education EnG 2240 Grammar for Language Learners ..3
Distribution. Students choose additional courses EnG 3510
from each of the natural Science/Information Or 3511 Western Literature I or II ................3
Science section. See course list on pages 21. EnG 3520 Five Great novels ..........................3
a) humanities/fine Arts EnG 3540 Classics of Christian Literature ....3
HIS 2310 United States History and
EnG 3950 Faculty Directed Study in English
Government ....................................3
(by director approval) ....................3
b) natural science/information science
HUM 4810 Humanities Seminar
____ ____ natural Science/Information
(by director approval) ....................3
Elective............................................3
LnG 4440 Introduction to Linguistics
c) social/Behavioral science
and Bible Translation .................... 3
ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology ....................3
PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning ................3
SOC 3740 Marriage and Family ......................3
Practical skill development
Leadership development & Christian
Three semester credits of field experience serve
service Learning ............................................11
as the minimum requirement for the professional
Leadership Development majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2 professional skill in either the marketplace, the
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
Movement ......................................3 program director for additional requirements.
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 3. Open Electives ..............................................10
Graduation requirements
Christian Service Learning
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year 1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements pre-
viously summarized, including Bible major,
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year
General Education core, General Ministry core,
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year General Education Distribution requirements,
2. Applied English Major Courses....................39 and Ministry requirements.
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suggested Program of study
Minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16 credit hours
per semester in order to graduate in four years or make the necessary adjustments. Some courses in the
Applied English major are offered on a rotating basis; therefore students planning on attending different
semesters than these listed should consult with an academic advisor.
Freshman Year
fall spring
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 EnG 4530 Literature and Intercultural Studies ............3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................2 EnG 4400 Field Experience in Applied English ..........1
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3 BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian Movement ......3 THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and HIS 2310 U.S. History and Government ....................3
Civilization 1 ................................................3 ____ ____ Open elective, designated elective
spring or Gen. Ed. Distribution course ..................3
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3
designated electives available (choose one):
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3
EnG 3520 Five Great novels ......................................(3)
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................3
EnG 4330 Literature and ICS......................................(3)
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture
PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning ............................(3)
and Civilization 2 .........................................3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3 Senior
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning
fall
Sophomore Year EDU 3331 nature of the Learner ..................................2
fall LnG 4473 Communicative TEFL Skills ........................3
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 EnG 4400 Field Experience Elective ............................1
EnG 3510 Western Literature I ....................................3 BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
MAT 2310 Math Concepts & Quantitative THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification............…………..3
Reasoning ....................................................3 ____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
____ ____ Open elective, designated elective or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ..............3
or Gen. Ed. Distribution course ..................3 designated electives available:
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................3 EnG 3540 Classics of Christian Literature ..................3
Alternative foundation course:
EnG 3510 Western Literature I ....................................3
EDU 2110 Foundation of Education ............................3
LnG 4440 Intro. to Linguistics & Bible Translation ......3
EnG 2240 Grammar for Language Learners ..............3
spring
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning
LnG 4472 Practical TEFL Skills ....................................3
spring
LnG 4474 Advanced TEFL Techniques ......................3
EnG 3300 American Literature .....................................3
____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3
or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ..............9
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3
designated electives available:
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning EnG 3511 Western Literature II ....................................3
EnG 3950 Faculty Directed Study in English ..............3
Junior Year HUM 4810 Humanities Seminar ....................................3
fall PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning ..............................3
EnG 3410 Shakespeare ................................................3
EnG 4400 Field Experience in Applied English ..........1
ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology..................................3
LnG 4471 Basic TEFL Techniques ..............................3
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
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Bible Teaching
Program director: Anita Cooper
Dr. Anita Cooper directs the Bible Teaching program, a program specifically designed to prepare students
to teach the Bible in a school setting. Dr. Cooper joined the CIU team in 1985 and quickly endeared herself
to students and colleagues alike. Her passion for training teachers internationally has taken her to Bible
colleges and seminaries in Romania, Ukraine, and new Zealand. She pushes her students to strive for
excellence, whether she is teaching them in the classroom or just hanging out with them at Starbucks.
Purpose and objectives Teaching program during the spring semester of
The purpose of the Bible Teaching program is to the sophomore year and have a personal inter-
develop the ministry skill of teaching Bible in view with the director.
Christian and public schools in north America, • Have a grade point average of 2.50 or above.
government missionary and international schools • Demonstrate an aptitude for Bible teaching
overseas, and other areas of Christian work where through a field education assignment that has
Bible teaching ministry is exercised. Graduates of been approved by the director of the program.
this program receive the “all-level” certification in Continuation in the program is dependent upon
Bible from the Association of Christian Schools the meeting of this requirement. note that four
International (ACSI). core courses are taught at the Graduate level. In
In addition to the mission statement, general order to complete the program, students must
objectives, and requirements of the college, the demonstrate to the program director the capaci-
objectives of the Bible Teaching program are to ty for academic engagement and achievement
develop the following teacher competencies: commensurate with the advanced knowledge
and skills required for a “first professional”
1. Teachers who understand the purpose of the
degree.
Bible and how to prepare lessons and curricu-
• Receive an acceptable recommendation from
lum from the Bible that reflect sound principles
the Ministry Skills supervisor and from the
of biblical interpretation.
appropriate personnel dean.
2. Teachers who formulate lesson and curricular
• Demonstrate evidence of emotional and physi-
objectives in line with the pattern of biblical rev-
cal health and stamina.
elation.
• Submit an application for student teaching dur-
3. Teachers who can design and teach curricula ing the spring semester of the junior year to the
that integrate biblical truth into major disciplines director of the Bible Teaching program.
such as philosophy, family life, and church his-
• Pass a tuberculin test and criminal record
tory on a secondary level.
review before student teaching placement.
4. Teachers with the ability to relate the principles
of the Scripture being taught to the needs of Admission into student teaching
individuals and groups. Application for student teaching must be submit-
5. Teachers who have the ability to apply the prin- ted to the director of the Bible Teaching program
ciples of the teaching-learning process to the during the spring semester of the junior year, and
teaching of Bible. students must maintain a 2.5 grade point average
6. Teachers who have the ability to establish posi- during this period. Students must have met all the
tive, professional relationships with supervisors, criteria for participation in the program prior to the
co-workers, parents, and students. student teaching semester, including a Bible
teaching assignment in Ministry Skills during the
Admission into the Bible teaching Program
junior year, approved by the director of the Bible
The student is to do the following: Teaching program.
• Submit a preliminary application for admission
to the program to the director of the Bible
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requirements for a major to meet eligibility requirements for the Association
in Bible teaching......................minimum: 128 of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Bible
Certification.
1. Bachelor’s Degree Core................................81
a) humanities/fine Arts
(See pgs. 20-22 for more details on core require-
SOS 3520 Social Studies in the Bible
ments.)
Curriculum ......................................3
Bible and theology ......................................32
b) natural science/information science
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
BIO 2113 Principles of Biology .......................3
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
BIO 2101 Biology Lab ......................................1
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
BIO 2113 Principles of Physical Science ........3
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book
BIO 2301 Principles of Physical Science
Study ..............................................3
Lab ..................................................1
BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book
c) social/Behavioral science
Study ..............................................3
Elect one of the following:
BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
SOC 3740 Marriage and Family ......................3
BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
PSY 3370 Human Growth and Development 3
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
EDU 3331 nature of the Learner ....................2
THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology ....................3
THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3
Leadership development & Christian
General education ........................................38 service Learning ............................................11
foundation ..........................24 Leadership Development
COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3 SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3 ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3 Movement ......................................3
MAT 2310 Mathematics Concepts and MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3
Quantitative Reasoning................3 MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture Christian Service Learning
and Civilization 1 ..........................3
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year
and Civilization 2 ..........................3
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3 2. Bible Teaching Major Courses ....................38
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EDU 5442* Applied Methods of Teaching 3. Open Electives ................................................9
Bible ................................................3
EDU 4910 Directed Teaching in Bible ............9 Graduation requirements
PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning ................3 1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirement pre-
THE 4700 Apologetics ....................................3 viously summarized, including Bible major,
General Education core, Leadership and
EDU 4400 Practical Skill Development in Bible
General Ministry core, General Education
Teaching (taken three times) ..........3
Distribution requirements, and Ministry Skills
Practical skill development requirements.
Three semester credits of field experience serve 2. Completion of at least 35 hours in Bible and
as the minimum requirement for the professional theology (minimum 12 in theology).
majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
3. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
professional skill in either the marketplace, the
semester hours.
ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
program director for additional requirements. 4. Successful passing of the recommended Praxis
*The Bible Teaching program director will evaluate the stu-
II examinations during the senior year.
dent’s readiness prior to admission into these four graduate Additional fees are required for this exam and
level courses. Portfolio documentation of skills acquired is certain other aspects of the Bible Teaching
retained in student portfolios by the instructor of record in program.
each course.
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall EDU 4400 Field Experience in Bible Teaching ............1
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ......................................................2 BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
EnG1 110 Composition and Research ........................3 ___ ____ Open Elective ..............................................3
ICS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian spring
Movement ....................................................3 PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning ..............................3
HIS1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and EDU 4400 Field Experience in Bible Teaching ............1
Civilization 1 ................................................3
BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
spring
THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3
SOS 3520 Social Studies in the Bible Curriculum ......3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3
___ ____ Open Elective ..............................................5
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and Senior Year
Civilization 2 ................................................3
PHI 2210 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3 fall
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning EDU 5451++ Methods of Teaching Bible ........................3
EDU 5441++ Student Teaching Seminar: Bible Teaching3
Sophomore Year EDU 4400 Field Experience in Bible Teaching ............1
fall THE 4700 Apologetics ..................................................3
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
BIO 2113 Principles of Biology....................................3 THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
BIO 2101 Biology Module............................................1 spring
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................3 EDU 5400++ Principles of Bible Curriculum Design ........3
MAT 2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative EDU 5442++ Applied Methods of Teaching Bible............3
Reasoning ..................................................3 EDU 4910 Directed Teaching in Bible ..........................9
____ ____ Open elective ..............................................3
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning required Courses for a minor in Bible teaching ............24
BIB 3820 Bible for Teachers ....................................(3)
spring
EDU 5451++ Methods of Teaching Bible ...................... (3)
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3 EDU 5441++ Student Teaching Seminar:
Bible Teaching ..........................................(3)
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3
EDU 5442++ Applied Methods of Teaching Bible ........(3)
SCI 2313 Principles of Physical Science ....................3
SCI 2301 Physical Science Module ............................1 EDU 4910 Directed Teaching in Bible ........................(9)
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................2 EDU 5400++ Principles of Bible Curriculum Design ....(3)
EDU 2311 Teaching & Learning in the Classroom ......3 + In addition, SOS 3520 Social Studies in the Bible
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning Curriculum, EDU 2540 Learning Environment and Classroom
Management, and PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning are
Junior Year highly recommended for the minor.
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Biblical Languages
Program director: Joel Williams
Through a knowledge of the languages of the Bible — Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek — students are able
to grow in their ability to study the Bible for themselves. We want students to do more than just scratch
the surface, so we give them the tools to dig deep into the Word of God. Dr. John Crutchfield and Dr.
Bryan Beyer serve the program by teaching courses in Biblical Hebrew and Biblical Aramaic. Students
take new Testament Greek from Dr. Joel Williams and Dr. Kevin McWilliams. Dr. Joel Williams directs the
Biblical Languages program as well as serves as chair of the Biblical Studies Division.
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MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 Practical skill development
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 Three semester credits of field experience serve
as the minimum requirement for the professional
Christian Service Learning
majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year professional skill in either the marketplace, the
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year program director for additional requirements.
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 ____ ____ Open elective or Gen. Ed. Distribution
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................2 course ..........................................................6
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3 spring
ICS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian GRE 4111 Exegesis of the Greek new Testament 2 ..3
Movement ....................................................3 THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and ____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution
Civilization 1 ................................................3 courses ........................................................9
spring BLG 4400 Field Experience Elective ............................1
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3 Senior Year
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2 fall
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on BLG 4400 Field Experience Elective ............................1
Culture and Civilization 2 ............................3 HEB 3110 Biblical Hebrew Grammar and Reading 1..5
____ ____ Open Elective or Gen. Ed. Distribution BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
course ..........................................................3
THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning
____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution
courses ........................................................5
Sophomore Year
spring
fall ARM 4110 Biblical Aramaic ..........................................3
GRE 3110 new Testament Greek Grammar HEB 3111 Biblical Hebrew Grammar and Reading 2..5
and Reading 1 ............................................5 BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 ____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................2 courses ........................................................6
MAT 2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative
required Courses for a minor in Biblical Languages —
Reasoning…. ..............................................3
total: 19
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3
GRE 3110 new Testament Greek Grammar and
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning
Reading ....................................................(5)
spring GRE 4110 Exegesis of the Greek new Testament ....(3)
GRE 3111 new Testament Greek Grammar and GRE 3111 new Testament Greek Grammar and
Reading 2 ....................................................5 Reading ....................................................(5)
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3 GRE 4111 Exegesis of the Greek new
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3 Testament 2................................................(3)
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3 BIB 2210 A Practical Approach to the Hebrew
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning Bible ..........................................................(3)
Junior Year
fall
BLG 4400 Field Experience Elective ............................1
GRE 4110 Exegesis of the Greek new Testament 1 ..3
BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
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Business & Organizational Leadership (minor)
Program director: Michael James
The purpose of the Business and Organizational Leadership program is to prepare students for business
environments where basic competencies in business, leadership, and organizational management are
required. Combined with a major in Bible (providing ethical perspective) and basic skills for serving oth-
ers, students completing the prescribed course of study are equipped for entry level positions in the mar-
ketplace of entrepreneurial and corporate America, and nongovernmental organizations (nGOs) in north
America and international settings.
Best practices, along with timeless principles of leadership and management, are taught so that gradu-
ates can develop basic skills and pursue additional specialized skills or graduate education.
The minor requires a minimum of 18 credits of coursework plus 3 credits of practical work experience.
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Communication
Program director: Dan DeLozier
Dr. Dan DeLozier is the director of the Communication program. Since coming to CIU in 1995 to begin
the Communication program, Dr. Dan has seen it grow from a handful of students to a vibrant, active
program that offers a major in Communication, and a minor in Digital Media Production. The academic
focus and professional outcome of the Communication program is to prepare each Communication
major to “Communicate Christ Creatively” in the marketplace, on the mission field, or in ministry.
Purpose and objectives • Provide basic training in media production and
The purpose of the Communication program is to programming.
assist students in the development of skills that • Supply a foundation for advanced study in com-
will enable them to utilize appropriately and cre- munication.
atively the latest technology for the communica-
tion of the Gospel. Students majoring in the requirements for a major in
Communication program build a foundation for Communication........................minimum: 128
careers in radio broadcasting, missions, computer
technology, media specialties, public relations,
1. Bachelor’s Degree Core................................79
digital media production, photojournalism, (See pages 20-23 more details on core require-
church-related ministries and deaf ministries. ments.)
A major in Communication coupled with a Bible Bible and theology ......................................32
major can provide the knowledge and skills nec- BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
essary to minister in a rapidly changing world.
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
One of the most exciting aspects of the
Communication program includes the opportunity BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
to gain practical experience. These real-world BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book
experiences are accomplished via internships in Study ..............................................3
the junior and senior year. Here the student learns BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book
to communicate more effectively and to facilitate Study ..............................................3
the communication of others by being involved in
BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
a variety of activities.
BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
In addition to the mission statement, general
objectives, and requirements of the college, the THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
objectives of the Communication program include THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
the following: THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3
• Provide a biblical basis for identifying and evalu-
ating principles of the communication arts and General education ........................................36
media from historical and contemporary foundation ..........................24
practice. COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3
• Survey the historical traditions of communica- EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
tion, emphasizing the role of the church and EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3
religion.
MAT 2310 Mathematics Concepts and
• Introduce the student to the scope of the com- Quantitative Reasoning ..................3
munication field and its relevance to particular
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture
callings in various ministries and in missions.
and Civilization 1 ............................3
• Survey international and intercultural forms of
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture
communication, developing appropriate skills
and Civilization 2 ............................3
for the use of selected media forms.
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PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3 COM 3720 Web Page Design and
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3 Development ..................................3
COM 4430 Professional Leadership ................3
General education
distribution..........................12 COM 4930 Internship in Communication ........4
Choose 12 semester hours total including one COM 4400 Practical Skill Development in
course from each of three areas below. See Communication (taken three
course lists for the three areas on pages 20-23. semesters) ......................................3
a) humanities/fine Arts COM ____ Designated Electives ......................3
(Choose one course from the upper division
b) natural science/information science courses from the COM program.)
c) social/Behavioral science Practical skill development
Three semester credits of field experience serve
Leadership development & Christian as the minimum requirement for the professional
service Learning............................................ 11 majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
Leadership Development professional skill in either the marketplace, the
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2 ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian program director for additional requirements.
Movement ......................................3
3. Open Electives ..............................................18
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3
The student may want to consider the Communi-
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3
cation program’s minor in Digital Media Production
Christian Service Learning or a minor from one of the programs.
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year Graduation requirements
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year 1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements pre-
viously summarized, including Bible major,
2. Communication Major Courses ..................31 General Education core, General Ministry core,
General Education Distribution requirements,
COM 2210 History of Communication and and ministry requirements.
Media ..............................................3
2. Completion of the Communication major core
COM 2220 Communication Research, courses and designated electives.
Theory and Design ........................3
3. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
COM 2731 Graphic Design ..............................3 semester hours.
COM 3420 Writing for the Media......................3
COM 3470 Integrated Marketing
Communication ..............................3
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall ____ ____ Gen. Ed. Distribution course #2..................3
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 COM 4400 Field Experience in Communication ..........1
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and spring
Civilization 1………......................................3 THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
COM 2210 History of Communication and Media........3 BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................2 COM 3470 Integrated Marketing Communication........3
spring COM 4930 Internship in Communication** ..................4
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3 ____ ____ Gen. Ed. Distribution course #3..................3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3 COM 4400 Field Experience in Communication ..........1
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................3
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and Senior Year
Civilization 2 ................................................3 fall
COM 2220 Communication Research, Theory and BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
Design ..........................................................3 THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning COM 4430 Professional Leadership ..............................3
____ ____ Open elective #1..........................................3
Sophomore Year ____ ____ Open elective #2..........................................3
fall COM 4400 Field Experience in Communication ..........1
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3
spring
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................3
COM ____ Communication Elective ............................3
CS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian
____ ____ Gen. Ed. Distribution course #4..................3
Movement ....................................................3
____ ____ Open elective #3..........................................3
MAT 2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative
____ ____ Open elective #4..........................................3
Reasoning ....................................................3
____ ____ Open elective #5..........................................3
COM 2731 Graphic Design ............................................3
____ ____ Open elective #6..........................................3
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning
spring **The internship, although registered for in the spring of one’s
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3 junior year, is normally completed in the summer of the junior
year.
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3
COM 3720 Web Page Design & Development ............3 required Courses for a minor in Communication —
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3 total: 18
____ Gen. Ed. Distribution course #1..................3 COM 2210 History of Communication and Media ......3
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning COM 2220 Communication Research, Theory and
Design ........................................................3
Junior Year
COM 3420 Writing for the Media ..................................3
fall
COM 3470 Integrated Marketing Communication ......3
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
COM 4430 Professional Leadership ............................3
BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3 COM ____ Communication Elective ............................3
COM 3420 Writing for the Media ..................................3
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Digital Media Production (minor only)
Program Coordinator: Dan Delozier
Dr. Dan Delozier supervises the Digital Media Production minor within the undergraduate Communication
Program. Mr. Ken Rife is the Communication faculty specializing in digital media production.
The Digital Media Production curriculum will give the student the opportunity to discover the process to
creating video programs. Camera, lighting, audio, directing, producing, editing, graphics, and animation
are all aspects that are taught in the Digital Media Production minor.
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English (minor)
Program Coordinator: Steve Baarendse
Unlocking the beauty and power of written language is a primary goal of the English minor, but such a
goal is also fundamental to any liberal arts education. Steve not only values literature from around the
world, he teaches in such a way that is a clear complement to the serious study of so great a work as
the Bible – which employs literary use of language on every page.
Purpose and objectives EnG 3520 Five Great novels ..........................3
Students completing the English minor will have EnG 3300 American Literature ......................3
substantial study in the Western classics as well EnG 4530 Literature and Intercultural
as introduction to more modern works from the Studies ..........................................3
European traditions and beyond, preparing them
Students completing the English minor along with
for further study, lifelong abilities with ideas and
a major in Humanities will have the Humanities
beliefs, and effective use of literary inquiry in the
requirement for two upper-level literature courses
many areas of life for which a university education
in the Humanities foundation waived.
prepares them. Electives are flexible, allowing stu-
dents to choose areas of greatest interest, while 2. Designated Electives ......................................6
core courses lay a foundation of ability with works
widely recognized as fundamental to critical think- Choose two courses – from the list below or from
ing and understanding of the modern world. the two courses not selected for the required
core:
In addition to receiving all that the general objec-
tives, purposes, and requirements of the college BIB 3613 Acts ................................................3
provide, students completing the English minor BIB 4117 Wisdom Literature ........................3
gain: BIB 4503 Genesis ..........................................3
1. Broad exposure to literature and culture. BIB 4538 Psalms ..........................................3
2. Directed experience in using the Bible as the or BIB 5539 Psalms
source of integration for knowledge and under- BIB 4610 The Gospel of John ......................3
standing.
EnG 2130 Creative Writing ............................3
3. Practical preparation for further study and edu-
cation through extended exposure to a primary EnG 3540 Classics of Christian Literature ......3
part of a liberal arts education. EnG 3950 Faculty Directed Study in English ..3
4. Conscientious assistance in developing a HUM 4810 Humanities Seminar ......................3
Christian worldview. LnG 5170 General Linguistics ........................3
5. In-depth introduction to literary studies, open-
ing opportunities for further study or use of The English minor compliments the following
such ability in vocational or private pursuits. majors:
Biblical Languages
required Courses for a minor in english
Communication
total: ............................................................18
Family and Church Education
1. Minor Core Requirements ............................12 General Studies
Choose any four of these six: Humanities
EnG 3510 Western Literature Survey 1 ..........3 Intercultural Studies
EnG 3410 Shakespeare ..................................3 Middle Eastern Studies
EnG 3511 Western Literature Survey 2 ..........3 Psychology
Teacher Education
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Family and Church Education
Program director: Terry Powell
Dr. Terry Powell directs the Family and Church Education program and brings a wealth of experience to
his position. Students find him easy to get to know, and he often takes students with him to outside
ministry engagements. He joined the CIU team in 1981.
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students are required to take Marriage and Family courses. At least three courses (nine semester
and Counseling Youth and Family to meet the hours) of the Ministry Skills Package must be
General Education Distribution in Social/ related to a single field of endeavor and are sub-
Behavioral Science. ject to approval by the FACE department faculty.
a) humanities/fine Arts Possible areas include:
b) natural science/information science Bible Teaching
c) social/Behavioral science Camp/Recreation Ministry
SOC 3740 Marriage and Family...................... 3 Children’s Ministry
Communication
YOU 3710 Counseling Youth and Family ...... 3
Counseling
Leadership development & Christian Digital Media Production
service Learning ............................................11
Early Childhood Development
Leadership Development Focus on the Family Institute*
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2 Intercultural Studies
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian Music
Movement ......................................3 Pastoral Ministry
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 Psychology
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 Teacher Education (school-related)
Christian Service Learning Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year Youth Ministry
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year Practical skill development
Three semester credits of field experience serve
2. FACE Major Courses ....................................36 as the minimum requirement for the professional
foundation ..........................24 majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
professional skill in either the marketplace, the
FCE 2260 Biblical Foundations for Personal ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
and Ministry Development ..........3 program director for additional requirements.
FCE 3510 Ministry to Children ........................3 *Students who have a particular interest in family ministries
FCE 3710 Ministry to Adults............................3 should consider a semester of study at the Focus on the
FCE 4441 Leading Effective Bible Studies ....3 Family Institute in Colorado Springs, Colo. For further infor-
mation, see the “Educational Opportunities” section on p. 82.
FCE 4820 Church Leadership and This experience can count toward a FACE major’s Ministry
Administration ................................3 Skills Package.
FCE 4930 Internship in Ministry ......................3
MSD 4400 Field Experience ............................1 3. Open Electives ........................................13
FCE 4400 Practical Skill Development in FACE Graduation requirements
(taken twice)....................................2 1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements pre-
YOU 2110 Foundations of Youth Ministry ......3 viously summarized, including Bible major,
General Education core, General Ministry core,
designated electives
General Education Distribution requirements,
(ministry skills Package)........12
and Ministry requirements.
Students who opt for the FACE major must
design a Ministry Skills Package consisting of at 2. Completion of the Family and Church
least 12 semester hours. This package will con- Education requirements as described above.
tribute to the development of a professional min- 3. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
istry competency in addition to the Christian semester hours.
education specialty offered in the major’s core
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
SOC 1112 ......................................................................2 SOC 3470 Marriage and Family....................................3
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3 spring
ICS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian FCE 4930 Internship in Ministry** ................................3
Movement ....................................................3
YOU 2110 Foundations of Youth Ministry ....................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and
BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
Civilization 1 ................................................3
THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
spring
YOU 3710 Counseling Youth and Families ..................3
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3 Senior Year
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2
fall
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and
FCE 4400 Field Experience in FACE............................1
Civilization 2 ................................................3
BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
____ ____ Open elective course ..................................3
THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning
____ ____ Open electives, designated electives ........9
Junior Year
fall
FCE 3710 Ministry to Adults (odd years) ....................3
FCE 4441 Leading Effective Bible Studies ..................3
MSD 4400 Field Experience ..........................................1
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General Studies
Program Coordinator: Mark Wenger
Mr. Wenger loves English and he loves students. He followed a somewhat circuitous path to CIU in 2001.
Raised in Latin America, he then came to the University of South Carolina to study, then to China,
Zimbabwe, (where his wife Debbie grew up) and finally, South Korea. Mark understands how students
may find the path to ministry does not always follow a traditional track.
The General Studies major is AVAILABLE ONLY to students transferring in a significant amount of course
work from other accredited and/or approved academic institutions, as well as to students who choose to
participate in a cooperative program with a community college.
1. Transfer Students. Some students may transfer to CIU sensing the Lord’s direction with a variety of
courses completed at another institution. Some come with concentrations (18 hours or more in a speci-
fied area of study) from other approved academic institutions and complement them with coursework
taken at CIU. This array of options provides students with maximum flexibility in designing a program of
general preparedness for ministry, equipping and releasing people to serve God wherever He places
them.
2. Community College Graduates. Some students may choose from a variety of professional and techni-
cal concentrations, certificates, and associate degree programs available through a community college.
In these programs, students, with significant course work at a community college, will apply course-
work toward a bachelor’s degree at Columbia International University with a concentration in a specific
area (i.e., nursing or criminal justice, or electronics).
The following is a sampling of certificate or associate degree programs available through local community
colleges:
Accounting Electronics Office Systems Technology
Automotive Technology Gerontology Pharmacy Technology
Commercial Graphics Health Information Management Physical Therapist Assistant
Computer Technology Human Services (Associate in Radiologic Technology
Court Reporting Public Service) Respiratory Care
Criminal Justice Legal Assistant/Paralegal Surgical Technology
Dental Hygiene Medical Laboratory Technology Telecommunications Systems
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BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3 2. General Studies Major Courses ..................22
BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
Concentration ................................................18
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
Completion of 18-semester-hour concentration in
THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3 an approved area of study.
THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3 Practical Skill Development (4400) ......................4
Choose 12 semester hours total including one 3. Completion of 30 semester hours of upper
course from each of three areas below. See division (3000 level or higher) courses.
course lists for the three areas on pages 20-23. 4. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
a) humanities/fine Arts semester hours.
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years, but adjustments are necessary for transfer students.
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Humanities
Program director: Glenn Gentry
Other key resident faculty within this program and the related General Education courses for other under-
graduate programs include: Mr. Steve Baarendse, Mr. Mark Wenger, and Dr. Jack Layman.
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2. Humanities Major Courses ..........................37 EnG 4530 Literature and Intercultural
Studies ..........................................3
foundation ..........................28
HIS 3110 History of the Christian Church ....3
The following courses build upon the foundation
ICS 3110 Introduction to World Religions ....3
laid in the General Education foundation courses:
HIS 1210 and HIS 1211. ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology ..................3
EnG ____ Upper-level literature course* ** ....3 MUS 4200 History of Western Music ..............3
EnG ____ Upper-level literature course* ** ....3 MUS 4202 History of Music in the Christian
Church ..........................................3
HUM 4400 Practical Skill Development
(taken 4 times) ................................4 PHI 3120 Logic ..............................................3
HUM 3888 Western Man Study Tour ..............3 PHI 3310 Classical Philosophy ......................3
HUM 4810 Humanities Seminar ......................3 PHI 3320 Medieval Philosophy ....................3
Or PHI 3330 Modern Philosophy ......................3
PHI 4810 Philosophy Seminar ......................3 HUM 3221 Arts and Ideas ..............................3
____ ____ One year (two semesters) of a HIS 2310 United States History and
foreign language*** (minimum) ......6 Government ..................................3
Any two of the following four are required: SOC 3510 Contemporary Social Issues..........3
PHI 3310 Classical Philosophy ......................3 THE 4700 Apologetics ....................................3
PHI 3320 Medieval Philosophy ......................3
Practical skill development
PHI 3330 Modern Philosophy ........................3 Three semester credits of field experience serve
HUM 3221 Arts and Ideas ................................3 as the minimum requirement for the professional
For students completing a minor in Philosophy along with a majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
major in Humanities, the requirement for the two upper-level professional skill in either the marketplace, the
Philosophy courses is waived.
ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
program director for additional requirements.
designated electives ............9
*EnG 4650 Children’s Literature in World Cultures does not
A major in Humanities requires students to take count toward this requirement.
nine elective hours in approved humanities cours- **For students completing a minor in English along with a
es — that is, courses in philosophy, literature, cul- major in Humanities, the requirement for the two upper-level
ture, language, history or fine arts — in order to literature courses is waived.
bring the total number of hours of the major to 37. ***Any foreign language may be studied, including but not
The number of designated elective hours will vary limited to: Biblical Hebrew (HEB 3110 and 3111), nT Greek
depending on the number of hours taken in a (GRE 3110 and 3111), and Spanish (SPA 2110 and 2120).
foreign language. Courses at CIU that meet this
requirement include those listed below: 3. Open Electives ..............................................12
BIB 2250 new Testament Backgrounds ......3 Graduation requirements
EnG 2130 Creative Writing ............................3 1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements
EnG 3300 American Literature ......................3 previously summarized, including Bible major,
EnG 3410 Shakespeare ..................................3 General Education core, General Ministry core,
General Education Distribution requirements,
EnG 3510 Western Literature I ........................3
and Ministry requirements.
EnG 3511 Western Literature II ......................3
2. Completion of Humanities program require-
EnG 3520 Five Great novels ..........................3 ments as described above.
EnG 3540 Classics of Christian Literature ......3 3. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
semester hours.
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. Humanities majors are encouraged to spend the Spring Semester of their Junior year
in the Study Abroad program in Germany. The program is designed in such a way as not to extend the
length of the college experience. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling
all of the requirements for the program in four years.
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Intercultural Studies (missions)
Program director: Kevin McWilliams
Dr. Kevin McWilliams, director of the Intercultural Studies program, received his missions training at
Columbia International University. Prior to joining the faculty in 1996, he and his family served as mission-
aries in the West Indies, where he helped develop and conduct training programs for equipping church
leaders for ministry. He has also served as a youth pastor and a church-planting pastor. Others involved
in this strategic program on campus include: Mr. Joe LeTexier, Mr. Cliff Bedell, and Dr. Christopher Little.
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Leadership development & Christian program faculty. The following possibilities are
service Learning ............................................11 representative of the areas in which a Ministry
Leadership Development Skills Package may be developed:
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2 Bible Teaching
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian Biblical Languages
Movement ......................................3 Camp/Recreation Ministry
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 Communication
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 Counseling
Christian Service Learning Cross-Cultural Communication
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year EduVenture, Indonesia
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year Ethnomusicology
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year Evangelism
Family and Church Education
2. Intercultural Studies Major Courses ..........37
Middle Eastern Studies
foundation ..........................25
Music
BIB 3613 Acts ................................................3
Pastoral Ministry
BIB 3820 Bible for Teachers ..........................3
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
ICS 2100 Foundations for Missions ..............3
Youth Ministry
ICS 3810 Developing the Church ..................3
ICS 4720 Seminar in Missionary Realities ....3 Practical skill development
Three semester credits of field experience serve
ICS 4930 Missions Internship ........................3
as the minimum requirement for the professional
LnG 4475 Introduction to Language majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
Learning ..........................................3 professional skill in either the marketplace, the
MSD 4400 Field Experience Electives ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
(taken twice)....................................2 program director for additional requirements.
ICS 4400 Practical Skill Development in
ICS ..................................................2 3. Open Electives ..............................................12
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall required General education distribution Course:
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology..................................3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................2 SOC 3740 Marriage and Family ..................................3
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3 spring
ICS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian MSD 4400 Field Experience ..........................................1
Movement ....................................................3 ICS 3810 Developing the Church................................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and ICS 4930 Missions Internship** ..................................3
Civilization 1 ................................................3 BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
spring THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3 ____ ____ Open elective, designated elective
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3 or Gen. Ed. Distribution course ..................3
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and Senior Year
Civilization 2 ................................................3 fall
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3
BIB 3820 Bible for Teachers........................................3
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning
ICS 4400 Ministry Skills in Intercultural Studies ........1
Sophomore Year BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
fall
____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ................6
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................3 spring
MAT2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative ICS 4400 Ministry Skills in Intercultural Studies ........1
Reasoning ....................................................3 ICS 4720 Seminar in Missionary Realities ..................3
____ ____ Open elective, designated elective or Gen. LnG 4475 Introduction to Language Learning ............3
Ed. Distribution course ................................6 ____ ____ Open electives, designated elective
ICS 2100 Foundations for Missions............................3 or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ..............10
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning **May be taken in the summer or at another time during the
spring year.
BIB 3421 Principles of Biblical Exegesis and Exposition required Courses for a minor in intercultural studies —
(or approved substitute) ..............................3 total: ..............................................................................18
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3 ICS 2100 Foundations for Missions............................3
required General education distribution course: ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology..................................3
ICS 3110 Introduction to World Religions ..................3 ICS 3810 Developing the Church................................3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3 ICS 4720 Seminar in Missionary Realities ..................3
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning
designated electives
Junior Year ____ ____ Approved Intercultural Studies electives
including any upper level ICS or related
fall
course ..........................................................6
BIB 3613 Acts ..............................................................3
MSD 4400 Field Experience ..........................................1
BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
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International Community Development (minor)
objectives and requirements HEART Institute is affiliated with, and located
• For students interested in international commu- adjacent to, Warner Southern College in Lake
nity development work, to expose them to Wales, Fla. CIU students selected to participate in
introductory level training via the HEART the program will be under the faculty supervision
(Hunger Education And Resource Training) of Dr. Kevin McWilliams.
Institute in Lakes Wales, Fla. ICD 2310 Appropriate Technologies ..............3
• To gain basic competency for living and teach- ICD 2320 Small Animal Husbandry................3
ing others how to live in under-developed, ICD2330 Sustainable Agriculture ..................3
needy societies (whether in urban or rural
ICD 2340 Primary Health ................................2
settings).
ICD 2350 nutrition/Food Technologies ..........2
• Successful completion of ICS 2100 Foundations
of Missions is a prerequisite for participation in ICD 4110 Cross Cultural Communications in
course work at HEART Institute. Community Development ..............3
• Student will successfully complete the seven ICS 3630 Spiritual Development of
courses offered at the HEART Institute. Cross-Cultural Workers ..................2
• Eligibility for the minor requires a non-credit ICS ICS 3850 Summative Interview ......................0
faculty debriefing following the HEART Institute ICS 2100 Foundation of Missions..................3
experience. For more information about this program, contact
the Intercultural Studies Program office.
Program requirements: ........total: 21 credits Admission to the HEART Institute at CIU program
The HEART Institute offers the following courses requires an additional application process, and
to a cohort of students from a variety of schools admission into the program is limited.
participating through articulation agreements. The
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Middle Eastern Studies
Program director: John Crutchfield
Dr. John Crutchfield joined the CIU faculty in 2001 and serves as the undergraduate program director for
Middle Eastern Studies. His focus is Old Testament Studies. He works with Dr. Bryan Beyer who coordi-
nates Middle Eastern study groups at the seminary and has served since 1994 on the board of directors
for Jerusalem University College (JUC), CIU’s “sister school,” where Middle Eastern Studies majors com-
plete their junior year of study. Both professors have led many study tours to Israel and hope to lead
many more.
Purpose and objectives BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
The purpose of the Middle Eastern Studies pro- BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book
gram is to prepare students for international min- Study ..............................................3
istry opportunities, particularly in the Middle East. BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book
The program includes a year of study in Israel at Study ..............................................3
Jerusalem University College, an evangelical insti-
BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
tution with which CIU has a consortial relationship.
During their time in Israel, students will be placed in BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
Jewish or Arab ministry contexts to develop their THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
ministry skills according to their vocational goals. THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
In addition to the mission statement, general THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3
objectives, and requirements of the college, the
objectives of the Middle Eastern Studies program General education ........................................36
are to develop in students the skills and knowl-
foundation ..........................24
edge necessary to do the following:
COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3
• Gain experience in Middle Eastern life and
culture. EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
• Develop cross-cultural communication and EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3
ministry skills. MAT 2310 Mathematics Concepts and
• Understand more clearly the beliefs and prac- Quantitative Reasoning ..................3
tices of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture
• Acquire a firsthand knowledge of the geography and Civilization 1 ............................3
of Israel, Egypt and Jordan. HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture
Warning: There may be times when the political and Civilization 2 ............................3
unrest in the Middle East forces JUC to discontin- PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3
ue classes for a semester or longer. Please con-
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3
sult the program director for the current status of
Jerusalem University College. General education
distribution..........................12
requirements for a major in middle eastern
For the Middle Eastern Studies major, the follow-
studies minimum: 128
ing courses are required as part of the General
1. Bachelor’s Degree Core................................79 Education Distribution. Choose one course from
See pages 20-23 for more details on core require- the list on page 21 for Humanities/Fine Arts,
ments. natural Science/Information Science,
Bible and theology ......................................32 Social/Behavioral Science and a fourth course
from one of the three.
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
a) humanities/fine Arts
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
ICS 3110 Introduction to World Religions ....3
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b) natural science/information science Courses available at JUC*
c) social/Behavioral science MECR 345 Jewish Thought and Practice ........3
ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology ..................3 MECR 347 Islamic Thought and Practice ........3
MECR 349 Christian Communities in the
Leadership development & Christian
Middle East ....................................2
service Learning ............................................11
MECR 363 Historical and Social Settings
Leadership Development
of Modern Israel ............................3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2
BL 401 Modern Hebrew I............................5
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian
BL 402 Modern Hebrew II ..........................5
Movement ......................................3
BL 403 Modern Hebrew III..........................6
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3
BL 410 Intro to Biblical Hebrew I................4
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3
BL 411 Intro to Biblical Hebrew II ..............4
Christian Service Learning
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year Practical skill development
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year Three semester credits of field experience serve
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year as the minimum requirement for the professional
majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
2. Middle Eastern Studies Major Courses ..........32 professional skill in either the marketplace, the
ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
foundation (Available at JUC*)......14 program director for additional requirements.
GEO 311 Physical Settings of the Bible ........4 *All Jerusalem University College courses meet
MECR 360 Introduction to the Modern Middle this requirement. The following is a sampling of
East ................................................3 courses typically available. Students should con-
MECR 381 Practicum in Middle Eastern sult the JUC catalog or website (www.juc.edu) for
Studies ............................................3 more complete information.
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
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Music
Program director: Rod Lewis
Dr. Rod Lewis, director of the Music program, has 20 years of experience in church music ministry. Dr.
David Osterlund and other adjuncts are also key faculty members working with Dr. Lewis in the Music
program.
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General education MUS 4898 Recital ............................................0
distribution..........................12 MUS 4899 Piano Proficiency Exam ................0
Choose nine semester hours total including one MUS 4930 Internship in Music* ....................2-6
course from each of three areas below. See
MUS 4400 Practical Skill Development in
course lists for the three areas on pages 20-23.
Music ..............................................4
For the Music major, the following courses are
required as part of the General Education Practical skill development
Distribution: Three semester credits of field experience serve
a) humanities/fine Arts as the minimum requirement for the professional
MUS 3700 Music in Cross-Cultural majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
Settings ........................................3 professional skill in either the marketplace, the
b) natural science/information science ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
program director for additional requirements.
c) social/Behavioral science
*The student is to plan for an internship of 2-6 credits over
one or two semesters in the student’s skill and interest area.
Leadership development & Christian An internship during a fall or spring semester takes the place
service Learning ............................................11 of MSD 4400. An internship registered for in the spring but
Leadership Development carried out in summer does not count as MSD credit for that
semester.
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian 3. Open Electives ............................................7-3
Movement ......................................3
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 Music students are encouraged to select upper
division music electives (MUS) appropriate to their
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3
areas of interest. Every student receives thorough
Christian Service Learning music ministry training, and with elective choices,
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year the student can select areas of interest that will
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year further develop skills in contemporary music min-
istry (church or concert-based), music in missions,
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year
or local church music ministry.
2. Music Major Courses ......................................
Graduation requirements
foundation ......................42-46
1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements pre-
MUS ____ Private/Class Instruction viously summarized, including Bible major,
(taken 6 times) ................................6 General Education core, General Ministry core,
MUS ____ Ensemble (taken 6 times) ..............6 General Education Distribution requirements,
MUS 1000 Convocation (repeated each and Ministry requirements.
semester) ........................................0 2. Completion of Music major requirements as
MUS 2300 Music Theory 1 ..............................3 described above.
MUS 2310 Music Theory 2 ..............................3 3. Music majors must maintain a cumulative aver-
MUS 3300 Music Theory 3 ..............................3 age of C+ (2.3) in Music Theory, and no grade
below a B- in private lessons in order to main-
MUS 3302 Music Theory 4 ..............................3
tain their status as music majors. Any private
MUS 4200 History of Western Music ..............3 lesson grade lower than B- will not count
MUS 4202 History of Music in the toward graduation requirements for either
Christian Church ............................3 music majors or minors.
MUS 4406 Conducting ....................................3
MUS 4810 Contemporary Christian Worship ..3
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall MUS 4406 Conducting ..................................................3
MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0 MUS ____ Private/Class Instruction ............................1
MUS 2300 Music Theory 1 ............................................3 MUS ____ Ensemble ....................................................1
MUS ____ Private/Class Instruction ............................1 THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
MUS ____ Ensemble ....................................................1 ____ ____ Open elective or Gen. Ed. Distribution
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 course ..........................................................3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................2 BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3
spring
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and
MUS 4400 Field Experience in Music ..........................1
Civilization ....................................................3
spring MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0
MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0 MUS 3700 Music in Cross-Cultural Settings ................3
MUS 2310 Music Theory 2 ............................................3 MUS 4899 Piano Proficiency Exam ..............................0
MUS ____ Private/Class Instruction ............................1 MUS ____ Private/Class Instruction ............................1
MUS ____ Ensemble ....................................................1 MUS ____ Ensemble ....................................................1
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3 THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3 ____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2 courses ........................................................6
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and
Civilization 2 ................................................3 Senior Year
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning fall
Sophomore Year MUS 4400 Field Experience in Music*..........................1
MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0
fall MUS 4200 History of Western Music............................3
MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0 MUS 4810 Contemporary Christian Worship ..............3
MUS 3300 Music Theory 3 ............................................3 MUS 4898 Recital ..........................................................0
MUS ____ Private/Class Instruction ............................1 MUS 4930 Internship in Music ......................................2
MUS ____ Ensemble ....................................................1 BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................2 spring
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian Movement ......3 MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0
MAT 2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative MUS 4202 History of Music in the Christian Church ..3
Reasoning ....................................................3
MUS 4930 Internship in Music ......................................2
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3
BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning
____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution
spring courses ........................................................6
MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0 *MUS 4400 is required except in semesters in which the
MUS 3302 Music Theory 4 ............................................3 student is enrolled in MUS 4930 Music Internship.
MUS ____ Private/Class Instruction ............................1 required Courses for a minor in music — total: 19
MUS ____ Ensemble ....................................................1 MUS 2300 Music Theory 1 ..........................................3
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3
MUS 4406 Conducting ................................................3
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3
MUS 2310 Music Theory 2 ..........................................3
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning designated electives ......................................................10
MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0
Junior Year (required for each semester enrolled in a music course)
fall Two semesters of private lessons ........................................2
Two semesters of ensemble ..................................................2
MUS 4400 Field Experience in Music ..........................1
Any 3000 or 4000 music (MUS) course ................................6
MUS 1000 Convocation ................................................0
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Outdoor Leadership (minor only)
Program Coordinator: Julian (Hule) Goddard
The Outdoor Leadership minor is designed to train students to lead a variety of outdoor ministries
(camps, backpacking trips, remote mission endeavors, church field games, etc.) with Christ-like charac-
ter and competence. Hule is recognized nationally for his teaching and mentoring abilities using outdoor
leadership strategies and experiential learning. This minor is often selected by students majoring in Youth
Ministries or Intercultural Studies. This minor operates within the Youth Ministries Program.
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Pastoral Ministries
Program director: Andre Rogers
The Rev. Andre Rogers has pastoral ministry experience and church planting experience. He has started
three churches and has supervised church planting teams throughout South Carolina. His passion is
preaching and teaching basic systematic theology. In addition to Pastor Rogers, several members of the
faculty have years of experience in solo, senior pastor, and associate staff positions reflecting diverse
settings and theological perspectives. These faculty members, along with interaction with current pastors
in the greater Columbia area, provide practical skill development for pastoral ministries built on a solid
philosophy of ministry.
Purpose and objectives 1. Bachelor’s Degree Core
The purpose of the Pastoral Ministries program is (With A Year Language) ....................................86
to prepare students for the pastorate or related (With BIB 2400) ................................................79
Christian service. A sequence of courses is
See pages 20-23 for more details on core
specifically designed for those planning on min-
requirements.
istries in north America. In addition to the mission
LAn PAS
statement, general objectives, and requirements
of the college, the objectives of the Pastoral Bible and theology..................................32 ..32
Ministries program are to enable students to do BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
the following: BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
• Utilize basic principles, skills, and tools in the BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
study of the Bible, including the use of one or
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book
more biblical languages.
Study ..............................................3
• Communicate effectively in preaching and
teaching. BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book
Study ..............................................3
• Lead the local church in evangelistic outreach.
• Understand and promote missions in the local BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
church. BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
• Effectively counsel using basic biblical counsel- THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
ing skills.
THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
• Administer and manage the total church
THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3
program.
• Lead and equip the church toward maturity in General education ..................................43 ..36
Christ. foundation ..........................24
COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3
requirements for a major in Pastoral
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
ministries ..................................minimum: 128
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3
note: Pastoral Ministries students may opt for
either a year of Greek (10 credit hours) or a year MAT 2310 Mathematics Concepts and
of Hebrew (10 credit hours) under the General Quantitative Reasoning ..................3
Education distribution section of Degree Core HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture
Requirements. If the student does not take one of and Civilization 1 ............................3
these languages as part of his or her General PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3
Education Distribution, the student is required to HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture
take BIB 2400 A Practical Approach to the Greek and Civilization 2 ............................3
new Testament (3 credit hours) as part of the
major. PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3
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General education PAS 4120 Pastoral Leadership ......................3
distribution PAS 4121 Pastoral Care ..................................3
(with a year language) ..........19
PAS 4930 Internship in Pastoral Ministry ......3
with BIB 2400) ......................12
THE 4700 Apologetics ....................................3
The normal requirement for the General Education
Distribution is to choose a minimum of 12 semes- PAS 4400 Practical Skill Development in
ter hours total, including one course from each of Pastoral Ministries
the three areas below. See course lists for the (taken four times)............................4
three areas on pages 20-22. In the Pastoral *BIB 2400 is required for students who opt not to take a year
Ministries major a year of Greek (10 semester of language. Refer to note on previous page.
hours) or Hebrew (10) is recommended for the designated electives
Humanities/Fine Arts area. With one of these lan-
(With Greek or Hebrew) ................9
guages, the General Education Distribution would
include 16 semester hours (10 hours for the lan- (With BIB 2400) ..........................16
guage, and another 3 hours in both natural BIB 2400 Practical Approach to the
Science/Information Science and Social/ Greek new Testament....................3
Behavioral Science). (For non-language student)
a) humanities/fine Arts ................................10
Recommended GRE 3110 (5) and GRE 3111 A major in Pastoral Ministries with 10 semester
(5), or HEB 3110 (5) and HEB 3111 (5) hours of Greek or Hebrew counting toward the
Humanities/Fine Arts area of the General
b) natural science/information science ..........3
Education Distribution requires students to take
c) social/Behavioral science nine designated elective hours in approved
SOC 3740 Marriage and Family ......................3 Pastoral Ministries courses. Those who opt for
BIB 2400 (three semester hours) in lieu of a year
Leadership development & Christian of language must “make up” the seven hours dif-
service Learning ............................................11 ference with designated electives along with the
Leadership Development standard nine hours, for a total of 16 hours.
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2 Courses at CIU that meet this requirement include
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian those listed below:
Movement ......................................3 BIB ____ Upper Division Bible Electives ......3
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 HIS 3110 Church History ..............................3
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 EVA 5420 Church Evangelism ......................3
Christian Service Learning GRE 4110 Exegesis of the Greek new
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year Testament 1 ....................................3
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year GRE 4111 Exegesis of the Greek new
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year Testament 2 ....................................3
MUS 3100 Music in the Church Setting ........3
2. Pastoral Ministries Major Courses ........34-41 PAS 3420 Advanced Preaching ....................3
foundation ..........................25 PAS 4130 Church Planting ..............................3
FCE 2260 Biblical Foundations for Church PSY 3441 Models and Applications of
Ministry............................................3 Counseling Psychology 2 ............3
FCE 4820 Church Leadership and YOU 3710 Counseling Youth and Families ....3
Administration ................................3
PAS 3410 Sermon Preparation and
Delivery ..........................................3
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Practical skill development
Three semester credits of field experience serve
as the minimum requirement for the professional
majors. Students are encouraged to develop their
professional skill in either the marketplace, the
ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
program director for additional requirements.
3. Open Electives
With a language....................................................8
With BIB 2400 ......................................................5
Graduation requirements
1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements pre-
viously summarized, including Bible major,
General Education core, General Ministry core,
General Education Distribution requirements,
and Ministry Skills requirements.
2. Completion of at least 35 semester hours
Bible/Theology credit. GRE 4110, 4111 count
as Bible electives.
3. Completion of Pastoral Ministries major require-
ments as described above.
4. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
semester hours.
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall PAS 4120 Pastoral Leadership ....................................3
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 SOC 3740 Marriage and Family....................................3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................2 THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3 BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
ICS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian
spring
Movement ....................................................3
PAS 4400 Practical Skill Development in Pastoral
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and
Civilization 1 ................................................3 Ministries......................................................1
spring PAS 4121 Pastoral Care ..............................................3
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3 PAS 4930 Internship in Pastoral Ministry** ..................3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3 YOU 3710 Counseling Youth and Families ..................3
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2 THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
FCE 2260 Biblical Foundations for Church Ministry ..3 ____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ..............3
Civilization 2 ................................................3
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning Senior Year
Sophomore Year fall
PAS 4400 Practical Skill Development in Pastoral
fall
Ministries......................................................1
GRE 3110 new Testament Greek Grammar and
THE 4700 Apologetics ..................................................3
Reading 1++ ................................................5
Or BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
HEB 3110 Biblical Hebrew Grammar and THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
Reading 1++ ................................................5 SOC 3740 Marriage and Family....................................3
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 ____ ____ Open elective ..............................................3
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................2
spring
MAT 2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative
FCE 4820 Church Leadership and Administration......3
Reasoning ....................................................3
BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning ____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
spring or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ................9
GRE 3111 new Testament Greek Grammar and ++This program of study is set up with one year of a biblical
Reading 2++ ................................................5 language. A student may substitute the language require-
Or ment with BIB 2400 and make up the other seven hours with
HEB 3111 Biblical Hebrew Grammar and designated electives (see above).
Reading 2++ ................................................5 **May be completed during the spring semester or in the
BIB ___ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3 summer.
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3
+BIB 3421 may be waived for someone taking second-year
____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
Greek (GRE 4110 and 4111) and preaching (PAS 3410 and
or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ................3
3420).
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning required Courses for a minor in Pastoral ministries —
total: ..............................................................................18
Junior Year PAS 3410 Sermon Preparation and Delivery ..............3
fall PAS 4120 Pastoral Leadership ....................................3
PAS 4400 Practical Skill Development in Pastoral FCE 2260 Biblical Foundations for Church Ministry .. 3
Ministries......................................................1 PAS 4121 Pastoral Care ..............................................3
PAS 3410 Sermon Preparation and Delivery ..............3 Pastoral Ministry designated electives ......6
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Philosophy (minor only)
Program director: Glenn Gentry
Students completing the Philosophy minor will have substantial study in the history of philosophy as well
as an introduction to several key areas of philosophy, preparing them for further study, and lifelong abili-
ties with ideas and beliefs. Electives are flexible, allowing students to choose areas of greatest interest,
while core courses lay a foundation of ability with works widely recognized as fundamental to critical
thinking and understanding of the modern world. In addition to receiving the general objectives, purpos-
es, and requirements of the university, students completing the Philosophy minor gain:
Broad exposure to the history of ideas.
Intentional focus on developing a rich Christian worldview.
Practical preparation for further study and education through extended exposure to a primary part of the
arts and sciences.
A concentrated effort to develop writing and thinking skills for future study and lifelong ministry in the
church.
In-depth introduction to literary studies, opening opportunities for further study or use of such ability in
vocational or private pursuits.
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Psychology
Program director: Stephen Farra
Dr. Stephen Farra received his education from Wheaton College and the University of Minnesota. Before
joining the CIU faculty, he taught undergraduate courses at three different colleges, was a pastor of a
small church, and directed two mental health clinics, one of them in a medical center. He came to CIU in
1995 out of love for teaching and students, and in order to develop an academically excellent program
that teaches a biblically consistent form of human psychology. Mrs. Carrie Caudill also teaches full time
within the Psychology program.
Purpose and objectives Vocational/Professional. Graduates of this
The purpose of the Psychology program is to pre- program will be prepared:
pare students to research and address the men- • To begin graduate study in psychology or relat-
tal, emotional, relational, and spiritual growth ed professions, if this is their vocational calling.
needs of people in clinical, academic, and church/ • For career ministry roles with good personal,
mission settings. emotional, and relational maintenance.
In addition to the mission statement, general • To work within a variety of private and govern-
objectives, and requirements of the college, the mental social service agencies such as psychi-
objectives of the Psychology program are as fol- atric hospitals, mental health centers, geriatric
lows: centers, and rehabilitative institutions.
Educational. The Psychology program is designed • To address human emotional/relational needs
to furnish students with ability to do the following: and functioning in a variety of settings using
• Evaluate psychological paradigms by the biblical and psychological principles.
authority of Scripture.
• Develop a broad understanding of how individu- requirements for a major in
als, groups, and institutions think, feel and Psychology minimum:128
behave in both functional and dysfunctional
relationships. 1. Bachelor’s Degree Core................................79
• Understand the mechanics and value of psy- See pages 20-23 for more details on core
chological research, including measures of inter- requirements.
nal and external validity.
Bible and theology ......................................32
• Foster the mental, spiritual, emotional, and rela-
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
tional growth of themselves and others.
• Develop communication skills that demonstrate BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
an ability to use biblical and psychological foun- BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
dations while addressing contemporary issues.
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book
• Employ diagnostic criteria needed to evaluate Study ..............................................3
their own behavior and thought processes as
well as those of others. BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book
Study ..............................................3
• Understand limitations related to “dual role”
counseling. BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
• Exercise basic counseling skills. BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
• Develop healthy institutional systems and evalu- THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
ate and design healthy institutional programs.
THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
• Articulate psychological information and con-
cepts required for successful graduate level THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3
study in psychology, or related academic/pro-
fessional fields.
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General education ........................................36 PSY 3440 Models and Applications of
foundation ..........................24 Counseling Psychology 1 ..............3
COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3 PSY 3441 Models and Applications of
Counseling Psychology 2 ..............3
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
PSY 3920 Psychology Practicum 1 ................3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3
MAT 3410 Research Statistics ........................3 PSY 4330 Group and Institutional
Dynamics ........................................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture
and Civilization 1 ............................3 PSY 4340 Personality Theories ......................3
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture PSY 4350 Physiological Psychology ..............3
and Civilization 2 ............................3 PSY 4920 Psychology Practicum 2 ................3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3
designated electives................6
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ............3 Select two from the following:
General education ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology ....................3
distribution..........................12 ICS 4350 Sin, Shame and Guilt in Cultural
For the Psychology major, the following courses Context ..........................................3
are required for the General Education ICS 4510 Anthropology for Missionaries ......3
Distribution. Choose six semester hours including
PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning ................3
one course from Humanities/Fine Arts and a
fourth course from one of the three sections. See PSY 4320 Human Intimacy and Sexuality ......3
course lists for the three areas on pages 20-22. PSY 4640 Multicultural Counseling ................3
a) humanities/fine Arts YOU 3710 Counseling Youth and Families ....3
b) natural science/information science
RES 3411 Research Methods and Designs ....3 3. Open Electives ..............................................16
c) social/Behavioral science Graduation requirements
SOC 3740 Marriage and Family ......................3 1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements
Leadership development & Christian previously summarized, including Bible major,
service Learning ............................................11 General Education core, General Ministry core,
General Education Distribution requirements,
Leadership Development and Ministry requirements.
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2
2. Completion of Psychology major requirements,
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian including 27 semester hours of required foun-
Movement ......................................3 dation courses and six semester hours of
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 approved designated electives in psychology or
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 related area.
Christian Service Learning 3. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year semester hours.
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year
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Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
Freshman Year
fall spring
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 PSY 3441 Models and Applications of Counseling
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................1 Psychology ..................................................3
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3 BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
PSY 2110 General Psychology ..................................3 THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and ____ ____ Open elective, designated elective
Civilization ..................................................3 or Gen. Ed. Distribution course ..................7
spring Senior Year
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3
fall
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3
PSY 4350 Physiological Psychology............................3
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2
PSY 4920 Psychology Practicum 2 ............................3
PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3 BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
Civilization 2 ................................................3
____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ................5
spring
Sophomore Year PSY 4330 Group and Institutional Dynamics ..............3
fall PSY 4340 Personality Theories ....................................3
ICS 1210 Introduction to World Christian Movement 3 ____ ____ Open electives, designated electives
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 or Gen. Ed. Distribution courses ..............12
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................2 required Courses for a minor in Psychology —
MAT 3410 Research Statistics......................................3 total: ............................................................................18
____ ____ Open elective, designated elective NOTE: This minor is designed for those students who are
or Gen. Ed. Distribution course ..................3 entering mission agencies, church-based ministries or other
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning ministries where practical and basic training in psychology
would be helpful. The goal of the minor is not preparation for
spring
professional psychological or counseling service and therefore
RES 3411 Research Methods and Designs ................3 is not adequate for a student seeking an advanced degree.
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3 Rather, the goal is to give the student a basic understanding
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3 of the needs and response patterns of human beings, as an
PSY 3310 Abnormal Psychology ................................3 aid to the work of spiritual ministry. Those who desire to go on
____ ____ Open elective, designated elective to graduate school and professional service within psychology
or counseling, but cannot complete a full major in a timely
or Gen. Ed. Distribution course ..................3
and affordable manner, should consider a Pre-Professional
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning
track. Please see the director of the Psychology program or of
the General Studies program for more information.
Junior Year
requirements
fall PSY 3310 Abnormal Psychology ................................3
PSY 3370 Human Growth and Development..............3 PSY 3370 Human Growth and Development ............3
PSY 3440 Models and Applications of Counseling PSY 3440 Models and Applications of
Psychology ..................................................3 Counseling Psychology 1 ..........................3
PSY 3920 Psychology Practicum 1 ............................3 PSY 3441 Models and Applications of
SOC 3740 Marriage and Family....................................3 Counseling Psychology 2 ........................3
THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3 designated electives ........................................................6
BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3 Approved Psychology elective. See list of designated elec-
tives under the Psychology major.
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Teacher Education
Program director: Steve Auld
The director of the Teacher Education program, Mr. Steve Auld, brings 30 years of teaching and school
administration experience to his position; 11 of those years are in teacher education programs at CIU. He
is a doctoral candidate at the University of South Carolina in Social Foundations of Education. Mr. Auld
has taught in public and private schools along with international schools in West Africa. Gretchen
Wilhelm, Jenny Markey and Helen Boen assist part time in teaching courses.
mission statement
The mission of the undergraduate Teacher Education Program at Columbia International University is to
inspire and equip students for the global mission of education through practical professional training
which is trans-culturally oriented and biblically centered.
Purpose statement
The undergraduate program trains teachers for educational ministries in various schools including
Christian, Missionary Children and International schools. The undergraduate program also prepares stu-
dents to enter an accelerated master’s level degree (M.A.T.) leading to South Carolina certification.
Program objectives sophomore Year
Graduates of the undergraduate Teacher B. The student will submit an official Praxis 1:
Education Program at Columbia International Pre-Professional Skills Test (PSST) with pre-
University will: scribed minimum scores. (Minimum scores are
• Effectively teach from a biblical worldview and 175 on the Reading test, 173 on the Writing
be academically skilled in all content areas. test, and 172 on the Math test.)
• Apply effective biblical methods of classroom C. The student will petition for full admittance into
management, interpersonal relationships, and the Teacher Education Program.
professional conduct. Junior Year
• Exemplify professionalism in communication: D. The student will submit a portfolio of academic
written, spoken, and technological applications. work and practical experiences for faculty
• Utilize developmentally appropriate teaching review.
methods to meet the diverse cultural and aca-
E. The student will apply for student teaching
demic needs of students.
placement.
• Embrace their callings as Christian educators
and actively seek their roles in the global mis- General requirements
sion of education. • Applicants must maintain a grade point average
• Think and act consistently with biblical princi- of 2.70 or higher with all grades in education
ples regarding the nature of the learner, the role coursework (EDU) a “C” or higher.
of the teacher and the teaching-learning • Without prior agreement, transfer students must
process. take half of their education courses, their
practicum hours and their student teaching from
teacher education Program requirements this institution.
Teacher Education program requirements for • Students requesting an international placement
admittance to and continuance in the degree: for student teaching must submit the request
two semesters prior to student teaching.
freshman Year • Student teaching placement is provisional until
A. The student will interview for provisional the successful completion of all academic
admittance into the Teacher Education pro- course work and character confirmation from
gram. The interview will be in conjunction with the Student Life office during the semester prior
requirements of the EDU 2311 course. to student teaching.
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• Satisfactory performance evaluations from requirements for a major in teacher
practicum and ministry skills assignments are education ................................minimum: 128
required for Student Teaching placement.
1. Degree Core Requirements ..........................84
• Enrollment in student teaching must take place
within two years of the last education course See pages 20-23 for more details on core
(EDU) taken. requirements.
• A tuberculin test and a criminal record review Bible and theology ......................................32
are required before student teaching placement. BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ....................5
Program tracks BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..................3
PriVAte/ChristiAn sChooLs BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation....3
majors: Bible and Theology BIB 3616 Romans ..........................................3
Teacher Education BIB____ new Testament Exegetical Book
minor: Optional Study ..............................................3
student teaching: ACSI Accredited Schools BIB 3820 Bible for Teachers* ........................3
(Association of Christian Schools International) BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ................3
Certification: ACSI Standard Certificate THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ......3
Completion schedule: Eight semesters THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ......3
degree: Bachelors of Science or Arts THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification................3
*BIB 3820 Bible for Teachers substitutes for an Old
internAtionAL sChooLs Testament Exegetical Book Study.
majors: Bible and Theology
General education ........................................41
Teacher Education
foundation ..........................24
suggested minor: TEFL (Teaching English as
COM 2110 Public Speaking..............................3
a foreign language)
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ..........3
student teaching: Accredited International
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ................3
Schools
MAT2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative
Certification: ACSI Standard Certificate
Reasoning ......................................3
Certificate: TEFL HIS1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture
Completion schedule: Eight semesters and Civilization 1 ............................3
degree: Bachelors of Science or Arts HIS1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture
and Civilization 2 ............................3
PUBLiC sChooLs PSY 2110 General Psychology ......................3
major: Bible and Theology PHI 2110 Intro to Philosophy ........................3
minor: Teacher Education
General education
student teaching: Public schools during distribution..........................17
M.A.T. program normally the student chooses 12 semester hours
Certification: ACSI Standard Certificate total, including one course from each of three
South Carolina State Certification areas below. For the Teacher Education major,
(transferable to other states) certain General Education Distribution courses are
Completion schedule: 10 semesters and one required in order to fulfill the requirements for the
summer session program and ACSI certification.
degrees: Bachelors of Science or Arts a) humanities/fine Arts
Master of Art in Teaching HIS 2310 U.S. History and Government........3
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b) natural science/information science professional skill in either the marketplace, the
BIO 2101 Principles of Biology Module ........1 ministry or in a mission context. Consult with your
BIO 2113 Principles of Biology ......................3 program director for additional requirements.
SCI 2301 Principles of Physical Science 3. Open Electives ................................................5
Module ............................................1
SCI 2313 Principles of Physical Science ......3 Graduation requirements
c) social/Behavioral science degree requirements
ICS 3140 Cultural Anthropology ....................3 1. Meeting of bachelor’s degree requirements pre-
viously summarized, including Bible major,
PSY 3330 Psychology of Learning ................3
General Education core, General Ministry core,
Leadership development & Christian General Education Distribution requirements,
service Learning ............................................11 and Ministry Skills.
Leadership Development 2. Completion of the Teacher Education major
core courses and designated electives.
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ..........................................2
3. Completion of 128 semester hours for the
ICS 1210 Intro to the World Christian
Teacher Education major.
Movement ......................................3
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ........3 education Program Completion
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word..........3 1. Completing the Teacher Education program
Christian Service Learning requirements with no grade lower than “C” in
CSL 0101 2nd Semester, First year any education (EDU) course.
CSL 0201 1st Semester, Second Year 2. Achieving a grade of at least a “B” in student
teaching.
CSL 0202 2nd Semester, Second Year
3. Maintaining a grade point average of 2.5 or
2. Teacher Education Major Courses ..............39 above.
EDU 2110 Foundations of Education..............3 4. Completing professional portfolio.
EDU 2311 Teaching and Learning in the 5. Completing practicum hours.
Classroom ......................................3 6. Taking at least half of the education courses
and practicum hours, besides student teaching,
EDU 3331 nature of the Learner ....................2
from CIU.
EDU 3610 Teaching Language Arts and Social
7. Receiving a bachelor’s degree from CIU.
Studies (Practicum required)..........3
EDU 3630 Teaching Math ACsi standard Certificate requirements
(Practicum required) ......................3 1. A completed application and the fee as
EDU 4460 Teaching Reading ..........................3 requested on the application.
EDU 4465 Fine Arts in the Classroom............ 3 2. General studies: A transcript showing a bache-
EDU 4481 Applied Classroom Methods ........3 lor’s degree from CIU.
EDU 4620 Teaching Science and Health 3. Professional studies: 24 semester hours of edu-
(Practicum required) ......................3 cation courses that include four elementary
EDU 4451 Student Teaching Seminar ............1 method courses and one reading course at the
elementary level.
EDU 4930 Student Teaching............................9
4. Successful student teaching
EDU 4400 Practical Skill Development in
Teaching..........................................3 5. Biblical studies: 6 semester hours
Practical skill development 6. Philosophy requirement: Philosophy of
Three semester credits of field experience serve Christian Education course
as the minimum requirement for the professional For more information about ASCI Certification
majors. Students are encouraged to develop their Requirements, go to www.acsi.org.
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suggested Program of study
Total minimum number of semester hours to graduate is 128. As such, students typically average 16
credit hours per semester in order to graduate in four years, or they make the necessary adjustments to
their course loads. The following program of study outlines a typical schedule for fulfilling all of the
requirements for the program in four years.
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
(minor only)
See also “Applied English” for a major with TEFL components
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Youth Ministry
Program director: David Olshine
Dr. David Olshine came to CIU in 1993. Dr. Olshine brings extensive experience working with the youth of
this country. In addition to pouring himself into his own students here at CIU, he is a sought-after speak-
er and has authored or co-authored approximately 20 books. Also on the Youth Ministry team is Mr.
Julian “Hule” Goddard and Ms. Karen Grant. With over 20 years of experience in local church and youth
ministry, Hule has expertise in outdoor recreational leadership and mentoring students through mission
trips. Karen has a passion for teaching, discipling, and leading students toward spiritual maturity. She
has more than a decade of local church youth ministry experience.
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BIB 3820 Bible for Teachers ..........................3 2. Completion of the Youth Ministry program
requirements as described above.
YOU 2110 Foundations of Youth Ministry ......3
3. Successful completion of an internship (for
YOU 3110 Issues in Contemporary Youth
major) or a practicum (for minor).
Culture ............................................3
4. Completion of sufficient electives to total 128
YOU 3130 Communicating to Youth ..............3
semester hours.
YOU 3410 Evangelizing and Discipling Youth 3
YOU 3411 Evangelizing and Discipling
Youth Experience ..........................1
YOU 3800 Cross-Cultural Youth Ministry ........3
YOU 3888 Mobilizing Youth for Missions Study
Tour ................................................3
YOU 4310 Strategy for Youth Ministry ............3
YOU 4410 Programming for Youth Ministry ....3
YOU 4411 Strategy for Youth Ministry
Experience ......................................1
YOU 4600 Applied Youth Ministry Leadership3
YOU 4610 Outdoor/Recreational Leadership..3
YOU 4930 Youth Ministry Internship................3
YOU 4400 Practical Skill Development in
Youth Ministry (taken twice) ..........2
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Freshman Year
fall BIB ____ new Testament Exegetical Book Study ....3
BIB 1110 Old Testament Survey ................................5 THE 3301 Theology 1: God, Christ, Spirit ..................3
SOC 1112 CIU 101 ........................................................2 ____ ____ General Ed. Distribution courses or open
EnG 1110 Composition and Research ........................3 electives ......................................................3
ICS 1210 Introduction to the World Christian spring
Movement ....................................................3 YOU 3410 Evangelizing and Discipling Youth ..............3
HIS 1210 Historical Perspectives on Culture and YOU 3411 Evangelizing and Discipling Youth
Civilization 1 ................................................3 Experience ..................................................1
spring YOU 3710 Counseling Youth and Families ..................3
YOU 2110 Foundations of Youth Ministry ....................3 YOU 4610 Outdoor/Recreational Leadership ..............3
BIB 1120 new Testament Survey ..............................3 BIB 3616 Romans........................................................3
EnG 1111 Literature and Research ..............................3 THE 3302 Theology 2: Sin and Salvation ....................3
MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship ......................2 summer
HIS 1211 Historical Perspectives on Culture and YOU 4930 Youth Ministry Internship** ......................3-6
Civilization 2 ................................................3
CSL 0101 Christian Service Learning Senior Year
fall
Sophomore Year YOU 4400 Practical skill development Module:
fall Basic ............................................................1
YOU 3110 Issues in Contemporary Youth Culture ......3 BIB 3820 Bible for Teachers........................................3
YOU 3130 Communicating to Youth ............................3 BIB 4310 Progress of Redemption ............................3
BIB 3420 Principles of Bible Interpretation ................3 THE 4140 Ethics and Sanctification ............................3
MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word ......................2 ____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution
MAT 2310 Math Concepts and Quantitative courses ........................................................6
Reasoning ....................................................3 spring
PSY 2110 General Psychology ....................................3 YOU 4411* Strategy for Youth Ministry: Expert ............1
CSL 0201 Christian Service Learning YOU 4310 Strategy for Youth Ministry..........................3
____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution
spring courses ........................................................6
YOU 3800 Cross-Cultural Youth Ministry ....................3
BIB ____ Old Testament Exegetical Book Study ......3 YOU 3411 & YOU 4411 will meet the Ministry Skills require-
COM 2110 Public Speaking ..........................................3 ments for those semesters.
PHI 2210 Introduction to Philosophy ..........................3 **Courses may be taken during the summer term after junior
____ ____ Open electives or Gen. Ed. Distribution or senior year (must have completed 90 units).
courses ........................................................3
CSL 0202 Christian Service Learning required Courses for a minor in Youth
ministries — ..........................................................total: 18
summer
YOU 3110 Issues in Contemporary Youth Culture ......3
YOU 3888 Mobilizing Youth for Missions ....................3
YOU 3710 Counseling Youth and Families ................3
YOU 3910 Practicum in Youth Ministry ........................3
Junior Year
YOU ____ Designated (YOU) Electives ........................9
fall
YOU 4400 Practical skill development Module: Basic 1
YOU 4410 Programming for Youth Ministry ................3
YOU 4600 Applied Youth Ministry Leadership ............3
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CIU Travelearn
traveLearn director: Patrick Blewett
office Coordinator: Elisabeth Davis
The CIU-TraveLearn office is coordinated by Mrs. Elisabeth Davis, working in collaboration with the
Academic Dean’s Office. Elisabeth grew up in Italy and speaks Italian, German, and French. She has
traveled in many parts of Europe. She has a unique ability to develop the details for an international tour
by integrating international experiences with the needs of faculty.
The goal of the CIU-TraveLearn office is to prepare students to share God’s heart for the world. John
4:35 serves as the key verse for the department, “Lift up your eyes — look at the fields,” and the depart-
ment motto is “Showing the World to God’s People.” Several programs are in perpetual operation, each
of which is designed to promote that goal, and each of which is designed to enhance various student
programs of study.
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and Arab scholars from the faculties of Israel’s course work on family-related topics. Highly quali-
leading institutions, as well as JUC’s resident fac- fied experts give instruction on marriage enrich-
ulty. Classroom instruction is complemented with ment, parenting, and social trends affecting family
field work in archaeology and historical geogra- values. Through a cooperative agreement with
phy. Students may study the Hebrew language, Focus on the Family, CIU students may apply for
Biblical History, Middle Eastern Studies, Early the one semester (or summer) experience at the
Christianity Studies, and more. Undergraduate Focus on the Family Institute (FOFI) and receive
students may bring up to one year of study at credit at CIU. When a FACE major uses the FOFI
JUC into their program at CIU. Graduate pro- for his or her “Ministry Skills Package,” as many
grams are also available through JUC’s School of as 15 semester hours may count toward the
Graduate Studies. FACE program requirements (12 toward the
Ministry Skills Concentration, plus the equivalent
Course descriptions are published in a separate
of CIU’s SOS 3740, Marriage and Family, which is
catalog that is available from the director of CIU’s
a foundation course under the degree core
Middle Eastern Studies program or can be seen
requirements). Students not in the FACE program
at www.juc.edu.
may also apply for the Institute, yet all but three
Graduate institute for Applied Linguistics (GiAL) semester hours usually count as elective credit.
Costs are similar to a semester at CIU. Applicants
For More Information Contact:
for this innovative educational opportunity work
Joe LeTexier, TEFL Program Supervisor
with the FACE program director, but the Focus on
Students who are interested in linguistics and the Family Institute — not CIU — makes all
Bible translation opportunities should consider a admission decisions concerning the applicant’s
summer of study at Graduate Institute for Applied acceptance at FOFI. The website for this opportu-
Linguistics (GIAL), which is an educational institu- nity is: www.fofi.org.
tion under Summer Institute of Linguistics
International. GIAL provides training in culture and eduVenture
language learning, particularly with reference to For More Information Contact:
languages that have little or no written tradition. Kevin McWilliams, Intercultural Studies Program
The courses at GIAL are designed to train people Director
to work with speakers of minority languages to An agreement has been reached between
develop written materials in those languages and Columbia International University and EduVenture
to promote mother-tongue literacy. Students may whereby CIU students may participate in the
take courses in socio-linguistics, grammatical EduVenture program for credit. Those who suc-
analysis, phonology, and phonetics, as well as cessfully complete the program will earn up to 18
other areas. For further information concerning credits toward graduation at CIU.
any of the GIAL programs, contact the
Intercultural Studies Program office or write to EduVenture is a semester-long study program
Graduate Institute for Applied Linguistics, 7500 located in various settings, primarily in Asia. The
West Camp Wisdom Road, Dallas, TX 75236, purpose of this program is to provide a unique
telephone: (800) 892-3356, website: opportunity to CIU students to study field-based
www.gial.edu. cultural contexts of various groups in one of these
locations. The spiritual formation course focuses
focus on the family institute on individual spiritual development within an aca-
For More Information Contact: demic community while physical education
Terry Powell, FACE Program Director adventures prepare students physically to reach
Dr. James Dobson’s “Focus on the Family” organ- these culture groups. The community develop-
ization in Colorado Springs, Colo. operates a one ment course gives students the opportunity to
semester academic institute three times each use part of their tuition dollars to alleviate third-
year. College-level students receive intensive world poverty among the cultures in the region
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while practicing principles and strategies of com- cialized academic preparation for placement in
munity development. For more information, the mainstream Hollywood film industry.
please contact: www.eduventure.net Participants also develop their skills as advocates
to advance an informed and discerning approach
institute for strategic Language & Culture to understanding the media, as well as an appreci-
For More Information Contact: ation for, and support of, the work of their peers in
Undergraduate Academic Dean’s Office Hollywood. College-level students receive intense
The Institute for Strategic Language and Culture, instruction and experience in a 16 credit semester
as part of a continuing partnership with CIU, format whereby the student receives credit from
offers intensive courses in (1) Russian language at CIU. This program provides an excellent learning
basic, intermediate and advanced levels of component within the Communication major. For
instruction for students preparing for ministry in more information, go to www.bestsemester.com
Russian-speaking countries and (2) Arabic lan-
guage at basic and intermediate levels of instruc- Washington Journalism Center
tion for students preparing for ministry in For More Information Contact:
Arabic-speaking countries. Students may study Dan DeLozier, Communication Program Director
language full-time (a five-hour-per-day curriculum) The Washington Journalism Center is an
or may enroll in individual courses covering advanced, experiential semester on Capitol Hill
vocabulary, grammar, Bible in another language, that will cultivate professional news skills and
and conversation language skills. Students enjoy encourage students to think through the implica-
a close interactive atmosphere with qualified tions of being a Christian working in the news
instructors who provide an encouraging commu- media in a city that is home to the powerful and
nicative environment for optimum language the powerless. College-level students receive
acquisition. intense instruction and experience in a 16 credit
semester format whereby the student receives
Los Angeles film studies Center credit from CIU. This program provides an excel-
For more Information Contact: lent learning component within the
Dan DeLozier, Communication Program Director Communication major. For more information, go
The Los Angeles Film Studies Center is a one- to www.bestsemester.com
semester program of the Council for Christian
Colleges & Universities designed to provide spe-
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Educational Resources
Academic Advising Program Students with physical, emotional, and learning
CIU’s academic advising program is intended to disabilities work with Academic and Disability
foster developmental relationships between facul- Services regarding necessary accommodations.
ty members and individual students as a context CIU is committed to providing equal educational
for helping students to progress toward the aca- opportunities for all students and assisting them
demic, spiritual, and vocational goals of the CIU in making their university experience successful.
program. Basic objectives of the CIU academic In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
advising program are as follows: Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973, CIU provides reasonable accommodations
• To monitor and foster spiritual formation in each
for students with currently documented disabili-
student in cooperation with Student Life
ties. (For most disabilities “current” is defined as
• To promote student success and program within three years.) Requests for accommodations
completion should be made to the Academic and Disability
• To provide information and counsel for each Services office, ext. 5612, at least 30 working
advisee in assessing personal calling, gifts, and days prior to the first day of class to help ensure
interests with reference to career opportunities the quality and availability of services needed.
• To guide students in selecting a major or minor Questions regarding requirements for qualifying
from among CIU’s degree program options or documentation and disability accommodations
advise appropriate transfer to accomplish career should be directed to Academic and Disability
goals Services.
• To assist students each semester in course
Bookstore
selection and registration, encouraging them to
A campus bookstore, operated by Founders
keep on schedule and on course toward com-
Bookstores, provides new and used textbooks,
pletion of graduation requirements
school supplies, reference books, Bibles, publica-
• To monitor student course loads and academic
tions by popular Christian authors, faculty publi-
performance
cations, gift and novelty items, CDs by favorite
Each student is assigned a faculty advisor by the artists, CIU clothing, and other CIU imprinted
Academic Dean’s office according to the student’s items. It also offers a large selection of snack
program preference. The student meets with the items and Seattle’s Best Coffee. Students may
faculty advisor prior to registration each term, dur- benefit from Book Buy Backs offered at the end
ing two to three chapel periods each semester, of each semester.
and at other times when counsel is desired. The
Copy Center
advisor approves the courses the student selects
A school-maintained copy center processes
and keeps a record of the student’s progress.
copying requests for faculty, staff, and students
Academic and disability services on a time available basis. The Copy Center is
The Academic and Disability Services office open Tuesday through Friday.
assists students with their academic pursuits.
G. Allen fleece Library
Tutors are available to guide students through
The library provides a collection of over 150,000
academic planning, time management, test
print and non-print items, 300 print journals and
preparation, editing, and assigned class work.
print journal back issues representing over 1,000
Help in study skills is available through workshops
titles accessible through a new electronic catalog
provided by the department. The Academic and
linked with other independent college and univer-
Disability Services office also operates the College
sities within South Carolina. In addition, access to
Level Examination Program (CLEP), through
over 90 electronic databases, many of which are
which students can receive college credit for
full text, is available through the library website
knowledge gained outside the classroom.
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and at the computer work stations in the library. ministry skills development and
The library participates in an interlibrary loan pro- Practical skill development
gram through the Online Computer Library Center The Ministry Skills Development program equips
network of over 60,000 libraries worldwide. undergraduate students for practical off-campus
The library supports membership in numerous ministry experience through a wide variety of
national and specialized library associations as Christian Service Learning opportunities each
well as the Online Computer Library Center net- semester in the community — from prisons and
work (OCLC), the Partnership Among South nursing homes to church youth groups and pup-
Carolina Academic Libraries (PASCAL), and the pet ministries. Students gain valuable skills in
Christian Library Consortium (CLC) and has mem- Bible teaching, personal evangelism, and other
bership in the American Theological Library service experiences closely related to their pro-
Association (ATLA) and the Association of grams of study. For more information on Practical
Christian Librarians (ACL). Skill Development opportunities, see page 15.
Visit www.ciu.edu/library for more information. student Computing Center
ministry resource department The Student Computing Center (SCC) is located
The Ministry Resource Department (MRD) is an in the Joy Ridderhof Building. The SCC has an
arm of the library housing teaching materials and open lab and a computer classroom with 50 com-
equipment designed to assist the CIU family in puters available for lab users. The SCC runs on a
the various outreach ministries. The MRD houses Microsoft Exchange and uses Microsoft XP as the
a cataloged collection of over 9,000 resources operating system. Microsoft 2007 is available on
including DVDs, maps, models, pictures, posters, each computer with other software applications
such as MS Works, Biblio 8, Bible Works, and
puppets, transparencies, and even flannel graphs,
imaging software available on select computers.
all designed to assist in Bible teaching.
One digital editing computer is also available for
International costumes, flags, and artifacts may
student use. Black and white printing as well as
be borrowed for teaching about foreign cultures.
color printing is also available in the SCC. Other
Media production equipment, including a die cut
lab services include scanning, CD burning, and
machine and a laminator are available for creating
Internet access. Students are able to set up
personal resources. The Curriculum Material
accounts by completing a Student User Login
Center (CMC), also a part of the MRD, houses
Application which is available at the SCC front
sample teaching curriculum for grades K-6 for
desk. Lab assistants are available to help stu-
school settings, and it houses curriculum for all
dents with various computing needs. The SCC is
grades in the church education setting. generally open from 8 a.m. to midnight Monday
through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on
Saturdays. SCC is closed on Sundays. For addi-
tional information, contact the SCC Front Desk at
Extension 5147.
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Student Life
spiritual Life free to disclose with increasing transparency our
“...but speaking the truth in love, we are to grow needs, weaknesses, fears and failures to a trusted
up in all aspects into Him, who is the head, even friend or friends. It also means we must accept
Christ, from whom the whole body, being fitted the responsibility that comes with trust — humility,
and held together by that which every joint sup- caring concern and commitment to our friends’
plies, according to the proper working of each welfare and growth. This kind of mutual care is
individual part, causes the growth of the body for essential to personal growth. Beyond its personal
the building up of itself in love.” Ephesians 4:15- benefit, it affords vital preparation for future min-
16 (nIV) istry.
The goal of Student Life is for all members of the As members of a Christian community, we have a
Columbia International University community to responsibility to each other and for each other.
know God in an intimate way; and, by the power “Loving one another” is expressed in many ways.
of the Holy Spirit to mature, becoming more We love when we serve each other in humility,
Christ-like as we grow in our ability to support gentleness and genuine concern. We love when
and encourage one another in this academic we lift up those who are burdened, struggling or
community. falling short. How we fulfill our ministry to one
another in love will depend upon our personal
With the Bible as our ultimate authority for what maturity, spiritual gifts, available resources and
we teach and for how we should live, we promote the depth of relationships we establish.
a lifestyle that derives its core beliefs from the
Bible. This rationale is outlined in biblical and min- We believe it is important for our educational pro-
istry standards contained in regularly revised gram to involve the whole CIU community.
handbooks for students, staff and faculty. Faculty, staff and students grow through interac-
tion with each other and with supervisors, family
We do not assume that any of us have arrived at and church friends as we all progress toward our
any ultimate level of maturity; instead, we seek to common spiritual and personal goals. In addition
grow and live out life in such a manner that we to course-related experiences, CIU seeks to pro-
reflect what we believe the Bible teaches regard- mote spiritual growth and personal development
ing the virtues of holiness, honesty, integrity, and through chapels, prayer days, ministry skills expe-
peace. In terms of student learning objectives, the riences, and informal fellowship on the campus
faculty and student life professionals seek to and in our homes.
model, mentor, and motivate students as they
develop their own views on family, community, student rights and responsibilities
personal disciplines, spiritual formation, and godly
behavior. An outline of expectations:
Authority of the University
Growth in Community Although Columbia International University exists
The primary responsibility for spiritual growth and for students, the board of trustees, by charter and
personal development lies within the individual; by-laws, is responsible for the educational pro-
we believe this growth takes place best within a grams and campus life. The president of the uni-
community of believers committed to one another versity reports to the Board of Trustees and is
in love. Growth involves instructing, modeling, responsible for the organization and administra-
encouraging and submitting to one another using tion of the school.
common community standards.
scriptural Commands and Clear teaching
Growth in community is fostered through personal The God revealed in the Bible desires to trans-
involvement with other believers. This means we form, illumine, and empower both faculty and stu-
need to cultivate relationships in which we are dents. He is the source of all authority and has
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power to transform His children into the image of • To attend chapel services for worship, inspira-
Jesus Christ; He is the one who changes our lives tion, fellowship, spiritual growth and the dis-
in community. semination of community information
Scripture teaches that certain attributes are avail- • To attend Prayer Days each semester for cor-
able to individuals through the Holy Spirit. These porate prayer.
attributes include love, joy, peace, patience, kind- • The responsibility to practice complete honesty
ness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self- in connection with course work, interpersonal
control. “Against such things there is no law.” relationships and daily activity in every setting;
(Galatians 5:22-24 nIV). This “fruit of the Spirit” is • To acknowledge the source of words, sen-
to be sought, encouraged and demonstrated in tences, ideas, conclusions, examples, and/or
our relationships. organization of an assignment that are
In contrast to encouraging these positive attrib- borrowed from a book, an article, another
utes of the heart, Scripture condemns attitudes student’s paper, online, etc.
such as greed, jealousy, pride, lust and hatred. • To only use legally authorized duplication
Although these attitudes are sometimes difficult to and/or distribution sources for music and
discern, they can hinder relationships with God movies.
and others and lead to unacceptable behavior. • The responsibility to uphold a level of behavior
Certain behaviors are expressly prohibited in consistent with the university’s model of training
Scripture and therefore are to be avoided by for Christian servanthood and leadership:
members of the University community. They • To take care of body, mind, and soul through
include theft, gambling, lying, dishonesty, gossip, proper nutrition, adequate sleep, regular exer-
slander, backbiting, profanity, vulgarity (including cise, and abstention from harmful practices
crude language), sexual promiscuity (including such as the use of tobacco and illegal drugs
adultery, homosexual behavior, premarital sex and • To maintain biblical principles of truth, honor
pornography), drunkenness, immodest attire, and and purity with regard to visual and listening
occult practice. choices such as movies, music, the Internet,
computer games and blogging
scriptural Principles Contextually
• To limit behaviors that may cause offense or
Applied at CiU
moral failure, such as restricting expressions
Within the context of our educational mission and of physical affection to what is appropriate for
cultural circumstances certain responsibilities rep- the level of commitment of the relationship
resent our attempt to apply clear scriptural princi- and refraining from social dancing and drink-
ples at CIU. ing of alcoholic beverages.
These responsibilities, include, but are not limited For further explanation of the implications of these
to: responsibilities, please refer to the Columbia
• The responsibility to actively participate in the International University Standards and Lifestyle
university’s life of prayer and faith: Expectations.
• To observe Sunday as a special day of rest,
worship, and service to the Lord. This includes the University and the Law
involvement in a local church and refraining In keeping with scriptural admonitions to bring us
from academic study and work, unless given under the authority of government, members of
permission. the university community are expected to uphold
the laws of the local community, the state of
• To have a time of daily communion with the
South Carolina, and the nation. Any alleged viola-
Lord in prayer and meditation on the Word
tions of federal, state, or local laws may be
with a focus on personal godliness, spiritual
referred to the appropriate law enforcement
growth, right relationships with others and
officials and/or to the appropriate university or
God’s direction for life
judicial body.
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• The right to own intellectual property created in programs, or regarding misleading or inappro-
fulfillment of coursework unless specified other- priate advertising and promotion of the
wise in writing. All revenue generated or com- University’s educational programs, or other
pensation awarded through such intellectual complaints about the institution.
property belongs to the owner.
Policies and procedures governing the above
Privacy responsibilities and rights appear in various uni-
• The right to prevent disclosure of directory infor- versity publications. Revisions may be made to
mation or educational records to a third party. such policies and procedures and shall become
• The right to seek amendment of educational effective following dissemination or update.
records.
Campus residency requirements
Voice for single students
• The right to be heard with regard to the formula- We believe the best possible way to experience
tion and improvement of educational programs, the total life training CIU provides is through living
policies and services. on campus. By living in community with others,
• The right to organize, to assemble, and to students have the opportunity to experience close
express opinions, subject to established proce- Christian fellowship with the possibility of devel-
dures. oping lifelong friendships. The chance to develop
and improve a disciplined lifestyle is enhanced,
Judicial
and there are greater opportunities for participat-
• The right to know, in person when possible, the
ing in social activities. Because of this we have
charges made against him/her in any discipli-
nary procedure. established a campus residency requirement. Full-
time students who are single and under 21 years
• The right to expect that two or more witnesses
of age are required to live on campus unless they
and/or corroborating evidence support any
live with members of their immediate family or rel-
accusation.
atives in the greater Columbia area. (Living with
• The right to an appeal process if a student dis- siblings must first be approved by the Housing
agrees with disciplinary measures assigned by a Appeals Committee.) The student must be 21
representative of the university. years of age before August 1st of the current
• The right to request that a neutral party be pres- school year to be eligible to live off campus dur-
ent at appeal meetings as an advocate. This ing that school year.
person must be a member of the university’s
Student Senate and is present only to assist the student discipline
student in presenting his/her case or testimony, When Student Life personnel must address mat-
not to serve in a role defending the student’s ters of student conduct requiring discipline, it is
actions. done with redemptive intent. Assessment takes
into account the nature of the problem and the
Complaints
student’s attitude, previous conduct, and length of
• The right to bring formal complaints against the
enrollment at CIU. Students are offered opportuni-
university and, if not resolved through the nor-
ties to grow through counseling and/or logical or
mal channels, to register a complaint with the
natural consequences. The ultimate goal is
university’s accrediting agencies.
restoration of healthy relationships with God,
• The right to file a formal complaint of discrimina- other individuals, and the community. The Student
tion on the basis of disability with the Office of Handbook lists some of these avenues.
Civil Rights (OCR) in the U.S. Department of
Education. student Complaints and Grievance Policy
• The right to notify the State Postsecondary CIU provides a process for students to voice
Review Entity (SPRE) of complaints related to complaints and file formal grievances when they
the university’s management of Title IV are dissatisfied with a university service or policy
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or an action by a university employee. The student should discuss the matter with the faculty
process aims to be constructive and positive in member involved. Faculty will listen to concerns
resolving differences. or questions and, when deemed appropriate,
This Student Complaints and Grievance Policy amend decisions.
covers academic and non-academic matters After this discussion if the student feels that one
except in areas where formal policies and proce- of the following reasons applies, Step 2 of the
dures take precedence. (Such formal policies and appeal process may be taken:
procedures are listed in the student handbook • The decision rendered was not supported by
and academic catalogs.) sufficient evidence. (i.e. expectations in the
class syllabus)
General Principles:
• Whenever possible and in a timely fashion, a • The academic consequence is more severe
student should voice a complaint informally with than called for by the situation.
the faculty member, staff member, or other stu- • A stated university policy has been misapplied.
dent involved.
step 2:
• The appropriate division (Higher Education, Ben Within three days of receiving an answer from the
Lippen School, or Broadcasting) will handle stu- faculty member, a letter of appeal should be
dent complaints and grievances as quickly and delivered to the student program director*. If the
as fairly as possible. program director* is the faculty member involved,
• Anonymous complaints and grievances will not Step 3 should be taken.
be addressed formally.
The letter of appeal should outline the concern,
• There will be no adverse effect on or retaliation
describe the steps taken and the answer given,
against either a student who, in good faith voic-
and provide an explanation of why one of the
es a compliant/grievance or against any person
above stated reasons can be applied to the situa-
who, in good faith, provides information regard-
tion. The program director* will call a meeting
ing a complaint/grievance.
with both the student and the faculty member to
• Written grievances will receive written respons- discuss the problem and issue a written decision
es within 30 days and will be kept on file in the on the appeal. If the student feels that the pro-
appropriate office. gram director’s* decision does not correctly
address the reason for the appeal as stated
Procedures
above, then Step 3 should be taken.
• Academic Matters: If a student has a grievance
about a course or faculty member it should be step 3:
addressed in accordance with the grievance poli- Within three days of receiving a written decision
cy of his/her school (Undergraduate School, from the program director*, the student should
Seminary, or Grad School). If a student has a deliver a letter of appeal to the academic dean
grievance about an academic policy or its who will direct the appeal to the Academic
enforcement, this issue should be addressed with Grievance Committee. The letter will be given to
the academic dean of the appropriate school. the committee chair and the matter will be pre-
• non-academic matters: If a student has a griev- sented to the Academic Grievance Committee for
ance about a non-academic matter it should be resolution. The committee is comprised of a mini-
addressed with the dean of Student Life. mum of three program directors* or their
designees.
Academic Grievance Procedures
The student may request to be in attendance for
If a student has a concern about an academic
the discussion of the issue to present a verbal
matter, the following process should be followed:
statement and to answer questions. In addition,
step 1: the student may request a neutral observer who
In keeping with the Matthew 18 principle, the is a student at CIU to join this meeting. neither
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and some needing more skill and ability. Part-time health services
and full-time off-campus positions are available in Health services, including a clinic operated by a
churches, educational institutions, mission agen- registered nurse with physician access, are provid-
cies, parachurch organizations and in the market- ed for the care of CIU students. Students are
place, locally, nationally and worldwide. Through responsible for the cost of medicines, physician’s
personalized assistance, students receive guid- fees, and hospital charges. A group insurance plan
ance in conducting a job search, self-assessment, with hospital and medical benefits is required of all
resume and cover letter writing, and interviewing. students not covered by another medical plan.
In addition to the services listed above, career housing
counseling and help with the placement process Single men and women normally live on campus.
also occurs in a variety of settings and activities Students soon discover that this life with peers
on campus, particularly through academic advis- from various backgrounds has high potential for
ing, program specific courses, ministry personal and interpersonal development. Air-con-
skills/internships, and chapels. Representatives ditioned rooms are furnished with beds, desks,
and recruiters from Christian organizations such chairs, closets and sinks. Students provide blan-
as churches, denominational agencies, mission kets, pillows, linens, and curtains. Each on-cam-
organizations and educational institutions are on pus residential facility includes a community
campus recruiting personnel on a regular basis kitchen, lounge, and laundry room. For details on
throughout the school year. reserving a room on campus, see “After
Most CIU students find employment in their cho- Acceptance” p. 100 in the Admissions section of
sen field within a year after graduation. Students this catalog.
should maintain close contacts with their denomi- Off-campus housing includes rental mobile
nations and local churches and gain experience homes, apartments (including professionally-
that will help them achieve their vocational goals. managed complexes, privately-managed duplex-
Students should make use of their entire academ- es, and federally-subsidized apartments), and
ic career to investigate organizations, institutions homes. Also, mobile home trailers and houses
and agencies that interest them. can be purchased. Rental prices are dependent
Chaplain ministries upon size, facilities, and locale, typically averaging
Many CIU students grow through discussing life between $300 and $500 per month. A housing
issues with Student Life personnel and other facul- register of available units is maintained by the
ty. non-clinical counseling encourages students in Student Life Office.
their relationships with God and others, in biblical Some campus housing is provided for married
self-image, and in handling the challenges of life, students in the mobile home “Village.” In addition
community, and ministry. Referrals to on-campus to many homes owned by students, a number of
licensed professionals or other licensed therapists school-owned homes are rented to full-time stu-
in the Columbia area are available upon request. dents. Occupancy is based primarily upon finan-
cial need. Applications for the Village, as well as
food services information concerning additional area housing,
Food service at CIU is provided through a con- may be obtained through the dean of married
tract with Pioneer College Caterers, Inc. Pioneer students or the Student Life Office.
offers on-campus students six meal plan options
selected by resident students on a semester-by- international students
semester basis. Various plans are available during CIU strives to provide a hospitable environment
Summer Studies Program; please consult with for its many international students. Many faculty
Student Life to see if a summer plan is available. members have significant overseas ministry
Off-campus students and guests may purchase experience. A special international student hand-
meals throughout the week during any regular book is published each year to introduce interna-
academic semester. tional students to the life of the school and the
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community. The school’s emphasis on cross-cul- All entering students are required to attend an
tural ministry and biblical studies provides an Orientation session. Orientation brochures are
atmosphere in which international students are mailed to all accepted students. Students who are
encouraged to relate biblical truth to their cultures unable to attend must notify the Student Life
and in which north American students are Office prior to the August or January orientation.
encouraged to appreciate other cultures and how
the Scriptures may be lived out and communicat- Welcome Week
ed in those cultures. Over 1,000 international stu- All fall semester incoming students (freshmen and
dents from 91 countries reside in the Columbia transfer students) participate in a Welcome Week
area. This large international community and the program designed to introduce them to CIU’s
many churches in the area provide a variety of spiritual, academic, and social life. The program
learning and ministry experiences. The Student provides an introduction to CIU life in every
Life Office informs, encourages, and helps inter- dimension. During this program, entering students
national students and their families with non-aca- join a “family group” in which they have an oppor-
demic concerns, including transition issues and tunity to develop friendships with fellow incoming
immigration policy and paperwork. students as well as with returning students who
lead them in making the transition into CIU life.
Koinonia food Co-op Welcome Week features fellowship, fun, spiritual
Student families operate an on-campus food co- renewal and family spirit, in addition to orientation,
op, providing quality Harvest Hope Food Bank placement testing, academic advising and regis-
goods and products at no cost and other house- tration.
hold items at a reduced cost to off-campus resi-
dents, faculty, staff, and alumni. student services fee
Fees are included within the tuition rate in order to
married student services support the various student organizations and
The Married Student Association coordinates student operations (such as student government
events designed to include the whole family. and the yearbook). Please consult with Student
Wives Fellowship meets monthly to encourage Life for a list of the various organizations that are
and equip student, staff and faculty wives. funded by the student body.
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are notified of decisions on their applications with- average of 2.0 or higher for regular admission. Any
in a reasonable time frame after the application is student transferring under this provision with less
completed. than a 2.0 cumulative grade point average may be
admitted on probation subject to the approval of
Policy on evidence of high school Completion the Admissions Review Committee after careful
and Coursework review of the candidate’s complete file.
Graduation from an accredited secondary school
or a certificate of high school equivalency, or a Policy on Admission of high school students
G.E.D. certificate is a prerequisite for admission; for Concurrent enrollment:
graduation is evidenced by having the secondary High school juniors and seniors may apply to
school submit directly to the university an official enroll in lower division college level courses as
transcript document. Home school students are part of CIU’s concurrent enrollment opportunity.
encouraged to apply; documentation of academic Specifically, high school seniors who meet regular
completion (transcript or certificate) is mandatory admission requirements but have not received a
no matter how high one’s standardized test high school diploma are eligible to enroll in lower
scores are. division college level courses. High school juniors
who meet regular admission requirements but
Policy on non native speaking english have not received a high school diploma or com-
Language Admission requirement pleted a standardized test (SAT or ACT) may peti-
Those who do not speak English as their native tion the faculty for permission for eligibility for
language are required to take the Test of English college coursework. The Academic Dean’s Office
as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and/or to submit will review all concurrent enrollment requests and
other evidence demonstrating sufficient ability in establish total number of lower division academic
north American English as determined acceptable credit available for a concurrently enrolled student
by the institution. The minimum TOEFL total score on an individualized basis.
for CIU undergraduate admission is 550 on the
written scored version, or a 213 score on the After Acceptance
computer scored version or 80 score on the • After receiving a letter of acceptance, applicants
TEOFL IBT. should submit a tuition deposit of $300; and for
resident students, a room advance of $100.
Policy on standardized test exemption for older These are not extra charges. The tuition deposit
students is a confirmation of intention to enroll and
A student who is 24 years of age or older is not is applied toward the student’s tuition at the
required to submit SAT or ACT test scores time of enrollment. The room deposit is held on
because of maturity. If the individual’s academic account to reserve dormitory space as long as
history demonstrates low performance and/or the student continues living on campus.
there is no previous college experience, the Students moving out of the residence halls will
Admissions Review Committee will review the receive their deposit upon satisfactory check
candidate’s performance in previous educational, out. For more details on refunds, see the finan-
work or military training and determine if provi- cial information insert in this catalog.
sional admission may be appropriate. • Students are encouraged to complete the tuition
and housing deposit ($400 total) shortly after
Policy on Admission of transfer students:
acceptance to ensure a greater opportunity for
Students transferring to CIU with not less than 24
CIU institutional scholarship funds and a higher
semester credits over at least two semesters of
consideration for housing preference.
enrollment may be evaluated for admission based
on college cumulative grade point average rather • Upon acceptance, a medical form will be sent
than a standardized test score and high school from Health Services. You must complete and
cumulative grade point average. Students transfer- submit this form, along with documentation of
ring from another accredited institution of higher immunizations, before you may register for
education should have a cumulative grade point classes.
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• Students who are accepted before completing not be accepted. Students able to demonstrate
high school must ensure that the Admissions competency in basic courses in other ways may
Office receives a copy of their final transcripts petition to waive requirements. For further infor-
confirming their high school graduation and mation regarding AP contact the University
reflecting senior class grades and final class Registrar or refer to the chart at the end of this
rank. catalog (page 173). Information on CLEP credit is
available in the rear of this catalog (page 174) or
special student, non-degree status (ndss)
may be obtained in the Academic Services office.
Some applicants may receive non-degree, special
student (nDSS) admission into Columbia transfer Credit
International University. Students in this category Applicants who have completed work at another
include those who have not completed the appli- accredited institution of higher education may
cation process for admission into a degree pro- receive transfer credit in courses in which they
gram and those who are granted nDSS received a grade of “C” (2.0) or better. Transfer
admission because of deficiencies in one or more credit may apply to a student’s program at
areas of admissions requirements. nDSS students Columbia International University in one of the fol-
may enroll for up to 12 semester hours. After the lowing ways: (a) courses that are parallel to
completion of 12 hours, the student’s progress is required courses in the core curriculum or the stu-
evaluated to determine whether nDSS status dent’s major or minor program of studies at
should be removed, an alternate program recom- Columbia International University may be received
mended or enrollment terminated. Students who as meeting the requirement, and (b) courses that
have not completed application to a degree pro- do not parallel any required course may be
gram at this point must either apply as degree- received as elective credit up to the limit of elec-
pursuing students or elect to continue in tives for the particular program in which the stu-
non-degree pursuing status. note that nDSS sta- dent enrolls at Columbia International University.
tus is not a guarantee of admission into a degree The University is a member of the Higher
program at CIU. Education Transfer Alliance (HETA) sponsored by
the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
instances of fraud
(CHEA).
Anyone found to have been admitted to CIU on
the basis of false information may be immediately Applicants who have attended non-accredited
dismissed and will forfeit all financial payments Bible Institutes, Training Schools and discipleship
made and academic credits accumulated during programs designed as post secondary, should
all periods of enrollment following that admission. submit their transcripts and copies of the aca-
demic catalogues for credit evaluation. Programs
Advanced Placement
will be evaluated based on ABHE compatible cri-
Columbia International University recognizes that
teria and/or any formal relationship with CIU
individuals learn in a variety of ways. In some
and/or status with ABHE. Any unaccredited aca-
instances, this learning may be validated by taking
demic credit will be accepted on a case-by-case
a standardized examination from an organization
basis with a standard of two-thirds credit for any
such as the College Entrance Examination Board
comparable course provided the student receives
or the American College Testing Program.
an average “C” grade or higher. no more than 32
Applicants who have gained satisfactory scores on
credits from an unaccredited school can be trans-
examinations such as those of the College Level
ferred into an undergraduate CIU degree program.
Examination Program (CLEP) or the Advanced
The faculty reserves the right to grant limited
Placement (AP) Program will have test results eval-
credit for unaccredited study by means of direct
uated similar to transfer credit. This means that
CIU faculty assessment of a student portfolio
certain subjects that are applicable to the stu-
combined with a faculty examination of content
dent’s program may be accepted, but subjects not
and/or skill upon authorization of the academic
appropriate to the programs of this college may
dean.
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To obtain an estimate of transfer credit, applicants ed, the Office of Student Financial Services will
must submit official transcripts for all post sec- provide assistance in securing veteran’s benefits.
ondary study to the Admissions Office along with
In accordance with Federal Regulations and
their application for admission and a request for
guidelines from the South Carolina State
an estimate of transfer credit. In some cases,
Approving Agency (SAA), all Independent
applicants may be asked to send a catalog or
Distance Learning (DL) courses, internships and
prospectus from colleges or other post-secondary
Faculty Directed Studies (FDS) will include weekly
institutions attended. The Admissions Office will
contact with the course instructor or faculty assis-
give an evaluation of such work, but a final evalu-
tant either by phone, meeting, e-mail, fax, or by
ation will not necessarily be completed until the
regular mail. The initial contact must be made by
end of the student’s first semester of study at
the end of the drop/add period to avoid an auto-
CIU. A copy of the transfer credit policy is avail-
matic withdrawal from the course. Thereafter,
able upon request from the Admissions Office.
contact should continue on a weekly basis. If con-
Please contact the transcript facilitator in the
tact is not made for three consecutive weeks, the
Registrar’s Office for further assistance.
veteran will be dropped from the course as of the
employment last recorded date of contact.
We recommend that full-time students limit their
re-enrollment
weekly employment to no more than 20 hours per
Students who leave the college in good standing
week and that freshman students not accept
and decide to return should note the following
employment prior to completing one semester at
items:
CIU. When a student is on academic probation,
limitation of outside work or a reduced load while • Students who have been absent for one or more
working may be required. semesters should contact the undergraduate
Admissions Office.
Veterans • Students who have been absent for more than
Columbia International University is approved by four semesters will need to submit the entire
the State Approval Agency, South Carolina application packet.
Department of Education, State of South Carolina, • Students who are readmitted after an absence
for training veterans who are eligible for benefits of two or more semesters will be responsible to
under the Veterans Educational Assistance (G.I. meet the academic and character requirements
Bill), Disabled Veterans, or War Orphans acts. in effect at the time of their return.
Those who are eligible for such assistance should • A room deposit is required for students wishing
submit their applications to their regional Veterans to live on campus.
Administration office. After the student is accept-
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Tuition and Fees
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Spring registration. A brochure outlining the pre- account. Students who decide not to enroll
miums and coverage will be sent to you upon should notify CIU immediately. If circumstances
acceptance to CIU or by request. Failure to pay arise that force an entering student to delay
the premium in any particular semester will cause arrival, they must advise the Admissions Office
the policy to lapse. prior to the first day of orientation or forfeit the
deposit (see Refunds). When a husband and wife
Payment Policies apply at the same time and are accepted to enter
There are two basic plans for making financial CIU at the same time, the husband pays the
payments to the university for fall and spring enrollment deposit but the wife’s deposit is
semester: waived.
1. All balances remaining after financial aid has Late registration fee
been awarded are due on or before registration. A service fee for late registration is charged to
2. A semester payment plan is available to cover students who fail to complete registration by the
any balance due after financial aid has been published deadline, including paying fees, tuition,
awarded. Please contact the Accounting Office course fees and room and board or those who fail
for more information. to check in. Also, entering students who do not
For all plans, any approved but uncredited finan- report at the scheduled times for the Welcome
cial aid (e.g., Stafford loans, scholarships and Week advising and testing programs are assessed
grants, etc.) may be taken into account in calcu- a late registration fee.
lating the payment amount, provided the relevant tuition
information is clearly communicated to the CIU Tuition and fees cover approximately two-thirds of
Accounting Office along with appropriate payment the cost to operate CIU. Thus tuition pays only a
amount. part of instruction costs, including use of the
Learning Resources Center, Field Education, use
Payment at Registration of the academic computing lab, and facilities pro-
• At the beginning of each term, all payments are vided for students not included in the cost of
due no later than registration (registration fee, room and board.
tuition, and certain other fees, as well as room Audit fee
and board for on-campus students). In addition, An audit fee is charged for any audited classes.
all students not already covered by a medical- The fee applies for both full-time and part-time
hospital insurance plan must subscribe to the students.
one offered by CIU. The premium is due for
each Fall and Spring registration. room deposit
A room deposit is required of all students living in
• Veterans and others training under Chapters 30,
campus residences. For entering students this fee
31, 34, and 35 of Title 38, United States Code,
is to be paid at the same time the enrollment
must be prepared upon arrival to pay all fees
deposit is paid, within 21 days following the
and, if an on-campus student, room and board.
acceptance. The room deposit is held to reserve
the student's dormitory space as long as the stu-
Explanation of Expenses dent continues living in the dormitory. It is refund-
Application fee ed upon the student’s departure from the
The application of each entering student must be dormitory (see Refunds).
accompanied by a non-refundable payment.
room and Board
enrollment deposit The room and board fee must be paid in full at the
Each new applicant and those re-enrolling must beginning of each term. All students living on
make an enrollment deposit within 21 days follow- campus are required to participate in one of the
ing acceptance. This deposit is considered an meal plans offered. (Exceptions are given only on
advance payment and is credited to the student's request of a physician.) The 21 meal plan includes
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all meals Monday through Sunday. The 14 meal The following refund schedule applies to the
and 10 meal plans include any 14 or 10 meals of enrollment and room deposit:
the student’s choice during the one week period fALL sPrinG
from Monday breakfast through Sunday dinner. semester semester
Also, “ block” meal plans are available offering Full refund if notification
April 1 nov. 1
200, 165 and 120 meals over the course of a is made before:
semester.
One-half refund if
technology and student Activity fees notification April 1 & July 1 nov. 1 & Jan. 1
Each student currently enrolled in classes and, is made between:
taking six (6) credit hours or more, will be no refund is made after: July 1 Jan. 1
assessed the technology and student activity
fees. Postponement of enrollment
textbooks and supplies When the enrollment and room deposits have
The cost of textbooks and supplies for the first been paid and a request for postponement is
year will average about $400 for the first semes- received prior to the originally intended enrollment
ter, and $300 for each succeeding semester. This date, the deposits will be held for use by the
figure includes an edition of the new American applicant to enroll at a subsequent time. no
Standard Version of the Bible, a standard college refund, however, is granted on cancellation follow-
dictionary, Bible concordance, and the other refer- ing a postponed enrollment.
ence texts. no-shows
exam rescheduling fee An applicant who fails to appear on the first day
This fee applies to any student request for of the term for which they were accepted, with no
rescheduling of an examination that requires the previously approved arrangement with the univer-
academic services office to arrange the examina- sity for late admission, is considered a "no-show"
tion at an alternate time. and forfeits refund of enrollment and room
deposits.
transcripts
A charge of $10 is made for each transcript tuition refund schedule
requested. A charge of $15 (per transcript) is All tuition will be refunded to students who with-
made for “same day service” transcript requests. draw from the university before classes begin.
Students who withdraw from the university after
REFUNDS classes begin or who reduce their course load in
such a way as to affect total tuition charges for
enrollment deposit
the semester will receive refunds according to the
Should an applicant decide not to attend
following table:
Columbia International University after they have
paid the enrollment deposit, they should notify the Through the end of the registration period —
university immediately. 100%
Through the seventh business day after the first
room deposit
day of regular classes. In effect, for
Should an applicant decide not to attend after
they have paid the room deposit, they should two days after drop/add —90%
notify the university immediately. A student who From the previous date (the 90% deadline) for two
decides not to continue at the university or not weeks —50%
remain on campus must notify the Residence Life From the previous date (the 50% deadline) for
Office of their intent. four more weeks —20%
MODULAR COURSES —Schedule published with
course registration materials.
nO OTHER REFUnDS ARE MADE.
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Columbia International University reserves the right to increase fees and other charges
without prior notice.
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Financial Aid
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Education will pay the interest as long as you Government has determined that, barring unfore-
remain enrolled at least half-time. The U.S. seen circumstances, adequate funding should be
Department of Education will continue to pay the available from the same or equally dependable
interest for six months after you leave school (by sources for subsequent years of study. (U.S.
graduating or withdrawing) and during any defer- Federal code 22 CFR 41.61 (b)(ii).)
ment period. Students who do not demonstrate Highest consideration in awarding CIU financial
financial need according to the FAFSA may be eli- aid to international students will be given to those
gible for the Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan. students who meet the following criteria:
The U.S. Department of Education does not pay
• Are pursuing their first CIU post-graduate
interest on this type of loan. The borrower can
degree (MA or higher);
either pay the interest or allow the interest to be
capitalized (added to the principal). With the • Have a proven record of ministry effectiveness,
unsubsidized loan, the interest is the borrower’s especially in leadership positions;
responsibility from the time the loan is disbursed • Explicitly affirm their intentions to return home to
until it is paid in full. engage in specific ministry roles for which
“Western” theological education is a strategic
Unless unusually large amounts of gift aid or other advantage;
factors are present, dependent freshman can bor-
• Receive endorsement and financial backing
row up to $5,500 per award year, no more than
from their native churches and/or coordinating
$3,500 of which can be subsidized. Dependent
mission agencies;
sophomores can borrow up to $6,500 per award
year, no more than $4,500 of which can be subsi- • Have strong references from CIU alumni, partic-
ularly those with whom they minister
dized. Dependent juniors and seniors can borrow
up to $7,500 per award year, no more than $5,500 • Demonstrate mission quality to the institution
of which can be subsidized. • Demonstrate strong Christian character and
spiritual maturity
federal financial Aid – how to Apply
U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens must submit institutional financial Aid
the FAFSA (usually by Feb. 28). The FAFSA and Columbia International University has numerous
the CIU Scholarship Application become available scholarship and grant opportunities available to
online on Jan. 2. Late applications will be accept- qualified students. U.S. citizens and eligible non-
ed, but funds are awarded on a first come, first citizens must submit both the FAFSA and the CIU
served basis. Scholarship Application. International students
must submit the International Student Scholarship
These applications are available online at
Application form. These forms must be submitted
www.ciu.edu/undergrad/financialaid/process/
each school year for the student to be considered
summer students for CIU grants and scholarships for the next
While CIU does not offer regular scholarships dur- school year.
ing summer terms, students can be considered Undergraduate students must be enrolled for at
for federal loans. least 12 hours to be eligible for CIU Scholarships
international students and Endowment Grants/Scholarships. Moreover,
Do not complete the FAFSA. Instead you should students need to maintain satisfactory academic
contact the Office of Student Financial Services to progress and display excellent Christian character.
obtain the necessary instructions related to the These grants and scholarships are only awarded
application process. during the fall and spring semesters. CIU
International students seeking financial aid should Scholarship awards are made to entering and con-
be aware that they are required by the U.S. tinuing CIU students. Award amounts are approxi-
Federal government to demonstrate they have the mately $1,000 per semester. Approximately 40
funds necessary to attend the university, prior to Endowment Grants/ Scholarships have been
arriving in the United States. The U.S. established by individuals, families, and institutions
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that are deeply committed to God’s work around Students are eligible for any grant for which they
the world and to the role that CIU plays in training are qualified, but may receive only one scholar-
laborers for that work. ship. The Office of Student Financial Services
works with the student to determine the best
how to Apply for institutional Aid
overall financial package for the student. For more
U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens must submit
detailed information, please refer to the financial
the FAFSA and the CIU Scholarship Application
aid page on the CIU website: www.ciu.edu/
(usually by Feb. 28). These applications are avail-
undergrad/financialaid.
able online at www.ciu.edu/undergrad/finan-
cialaid/process/ spouse tuition Benefits
CIU is committed to the principle that training
Yearly submission of these two application forms
both the wife and husband makes a stronger fam-
will ensure the student full consideration for all of
ily and ministry team. CIU has created two pro-
the federal and state aid and most of the institu-
grams out of the institution’s commitment to that
tional aid, that CIU awards. If any aid program
principle: the Guest Pass and the Partners in
requires a separate application, a link to the
Ministry Scholarship.
required application will be provided on our web-
site: www.ciu.edu/undergrad/financialaid/ciuaid/. the Guest Pass
Click “grants” and “scholarships” and “donor The Guest Pass permits the spouse of a provi-
scholarships” to review all of the award programs. sional or fully-admitted CIU student to attend
courses at no charge on a space-available basis
institutional scholarships — funding
with the permission of the professor. The spouse
requirements
must be in the same course as his or her partner.
Specific conditions and qualifications may be
Guests do not take exams or participate in course
required for individual scholarships and are noted
assignments; participation in classroom discus-
accordingly. In addition to meeting the previously-
sion is at the discretion of the professor. Course
stated general requirements, all applicants must
syllabi and other materials are not normally avail-
also meet the following program requirements:
able. A Guest Pass must be obtained from the
• Be enrolled at least 12 hours during each Registrar’s Office.
semester (including extension and distance edu-
cation classes) the Partners in ministry scholarship
• Be willing to provide an appropriate “thank you” This scholarship is available to the enrolled
letter to scholarship donors spouse of a full-time, degree-seeking student in
either the undergraduate, graduate school, or
• Maintain a 2.0 grade point average
seminary. Award amounts vary based on available
• not be in default on a federal student loan or
funding. Contact the Student Financial Services
owe money back to a federal grant program
Office for details.
• Display excellent Christian character
Private foundations
CIU is able to award institutional financial aid
Literally thousands of scholarships are offered
based on available funding and awards aid on a
each year through private foundations and civic
first-come, first-served basis. All scholarships are
organizations. The best resources available for
subject to revision.
discovering these opportunities are the public
CiU Grants & scholarships library, the Internet, and college financial aid
Through the generosity of many friends and alum- offices. Students are encouraged to visit
ni, CIU is able to make available grants and schol- http://www.ciu.edu/financialaid/resources/ for
arships. It is best to understand that a grant is an links to scholarship search websites. Through
entitlement that a student receives because of your own diligence in seeking out the possibilities,
some accomplishment. Scholarships are awarded God may choose to provide for you through
based on a student meeting the criteria or based private foundations and organizations.
on the scholarship simply being awarded.
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Academic Life entering student must score above the 85th per-
centile on the SAT verbal test. All other students
defining Academic Credit
should have a 2.75 or better grade point average
An academic unit of credit within undergraduate
for the previous semester. Any student wishing to
studies at Columbia International University is
take 20 or more semester hours must file a peti-
based on the following criteria: (1) a defined aca-
tion with the undergraduate Academic Dean’s
demic plan for study exists; (2) a unit (called a
office.
semester hour) reflects the equivalent of one aca-
demic hour of study (50 minutes) per week for at Students are not permitted to register for credit
least 15 weeks (equivalent of 37.5 clock hours of courses after the drop/add deadline without spe-
instruction) plus learning activities outside the cific permission from the academic dean.
classroom; (3) a qualified and approved instructor Check-in
supervises student learning activities; (4) a defined During the start of each semester, a designated
set of objectives, activities, and assessment pro- “check-in” period is established in which students
cedures have been established; (5) any study is validate their arrival for the semester to ensure
formally registered in advance of the study with a proper processing by the Registrar’s office,
specific academic prefix and course number; and Student Financial Service’s office, and Business
(6) the faculty member of record submits grades and Accounting Services’ office. Until the final
to the Registrar’s Office upon the completion of clearance is received during “check-in,” a student
the study. Most courses will be designed in three- is not fully enrolled for the semester.
unit structures.
ministry skills development
enrollment information normally all students, during their first and second
registration years, are required to register for Christian Service
Entering students register for courses via CIU’s Learning. To this end, the focus of the first two
Online Registration module. Prior to registering, years of a student’s bachelor’s degree program
students receive instructions on the registration emphasizes biblical studies, general education
process and guidance concerning a course of courses, and Christian Service Learning (CSL)
study from their faculty advisor. opportunities. The goal in these two years of CSL
is to encourage students to build service-oriented
For returning students, registration materials are
relationships within the local church.
available online approximately six weeks prior to
the end of the current term for the semester regis- Associate and Bachelor degrees require two MSD
tered. Students can register via their courses, MSD 1120 Evangelism and Discipleship
ciuonline.com e-mail address. All financial obliga- and MSD 2230 Communicating God’s Word. All
tions from the preceding semester must be met required MSD courses and field experiences are
before the student may register for another term. graded following normal academic structures with
a balanced emphasis on knowledge, dispositions
Students using college housing should register for
and competencies. MSD credits are calculated
a minimum of 12 hours each semester. The dean
into a student’s grade point average. Furthermore,
of Student Life may make exceptions.
a student must be able to demonstrate proficien-
A minimum of 12 semester credit hours consti- cy in the knowledge, dispositions and competen-
tutes a full academic load. The normal load for a cies to gain a waiver for specific requirements.
full-time student is approximately 16 semester
Concerning the Christian Service Learning defined
hours. (A student needs to average 16 semester
above, at least fifty (50) clock hours of Christian
hours to graduate within eight semesters.) The
Service is required over the first two years.
full-time tuition fee for a semester pays for 12 to
18 hours. Students who take more than 18 hours Practical skill development
must pay additional tuition. normally, all students during their third and fourth
To register for more than 19 semester hours, an year are required to complete at least three (3)
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units of practical skill development; each program educational quality, and upon satisfactory pres-
will determine the requirements within the profes- entation of documentation, as reviewed by the
sional programs. At least fifty (50) clock hours of registrar and academic dean, the university
practical skill development are required for each may transfer credit at a two-thirds credit equiv-
unit of credit. Some programs may require stu- alent.
dents to complete multiple credit practicum and 6. Upon a formal faculty review and approval of
internship experiences built upon pre-requisite specific institutions, certain training organiza-
character, knowledge and skill requirements as tions or schools may receive a “favored” rela-
determined and approved by their advisors and/or tionship to CIU because of the quality of their
program directors. training and demonstrated consistency with the
Students should consult with their program direc- mission of CIU. For training fully documented
tors to plan appropriate practical skill develop- by such institutions, credit may be granted
ment requirements within a professional major or based on demonstrated competencies within
minor. Each professional program has different defined categories for lower-division courses
requirements. Professional programs may waive based on division or program faculty approval
field experience requirements provided the stu- (i.e., Old Testament Survey, new Testament
dent can demonstrate proficiency of the neces- Survey, Introduction to Evangelism, etc.).
sary knowledge, dispositions, and competencies faculty directed study (fds)
within a practical skill development program. Faculty Directed Study (FDS) furnishes a student
the opportunity to pursue, under the direction of a
requirements for Granting Credit
faculty member, subjects of interest and relevance
Academic credits granted by the faculty for edu- to the student’s academic and vocational goals,
cation independent of the prescribed courses that are not directly covered in a regular course.
within this catalog require the following conditions FDS courses provide opportunities for independ-
to be satisfied: ent learning to develop creativity of mind, to rein-
1. Documentation of the intended course number, force the habit of initiative by providing situations
course title, term, year, educational outcomes, that call for it and to cultivate the capacity to con-
learning activities, and authorization by the pro- tinue students’ education throughout their lives.
fessor of record, the student’s academic advi- Students who are eligible for FDS are normally
sor, the academic dean’s office, and the juniors and seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
registrar’s office is evidenced.
Students wishing to register for FDS must obtain
2. A minimum of 37.5 clock hours of defined an FDS request form from the Academic Dean’s
course work and learning activities are required Office and discuss the proposed study with their
for each semester hour of credit earned that is advisors and the appropriate faculty member who
relevant to accomplishing the course out- would direct the study. The faculty member
comes. should make sure the form is completed properly,
3. Submission of a final grade by the professor of including the course title, proposed requirements,
record verifying that the course has been com- and hours of credit. (Check the Course
pleted. Description section of the catalog for the appro-
4. Any course work provided via another organi- priate course designation and number.) Once the
zation on behalf of CIU must be authorized by instructor has signed the form, it should be signed
the faculty via an articulation agreement defin- by the student’s academic advisor and then deliv-
ing the relationship and demonstrating faculty ered to the academic dean for final approval.
supervision of the educational experience. Once the approval has been granted, the student
must register for the course through the online
5. Any course work provided by an unaccredited
registrar. A maximum of 12 semester hours of a
higher educational institution must have institu-
student’s program may be taken by Faculty
tional review by the academic dean to ensure
Directed Study. The regular grading system is
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used for these courses. Courses available through Distance education courses are specifically
Independent Distance Learning may not be taken designed to serve distance-learning students.
as FDS. Juniors and seniors studying on campus with at
least a 3.0 GPA may register for distance educa-
distance Learning Courses
tion courses to alleviate schedule conflicts and/or
CIU offers a limited number of distance education
to accelerate progress toward graduation. Any
courses for undergraduate students who cannot
resident student who is not classified as a junior
attend classes in Columbia and those who need
or senior may petition for distance education
greater flexibility in scheduling. All students taking
courses; however, significant evidence of one’s
distance education course have access to CIU’s
ability to function as a self-starter and significant
online community and distance library services.
evidence of personal discipline will be required in
The library will ship books and other research
addition to reasons why this delivery system is
materials anywhere in the world to students taking
needed.
distance education courses, and the online data-
bases make full-text scholarly articles and other summer Courses
resources just a click away. CIU’s distance educa- Core and elective courses are offered every year
tion courses have won more than a dozen awards in intensive formats during the months of May
from ACCESS, the Christian Distance Education and June (Summer Studies Program) at the
Association. For a list of courses currently avail- undergraduate level. The abbreviated format
able in the online format, visit www.ciu.edu/ of these sessions provides unique opportunities
distance. for students to accelerate their programs and for
people involved in ministry, missions, and other
Online courses are offered during regular semes-
vocations to fit education into their schedules. For
ters and may be taken as part of a semester
dates, see the calendar at the end of the catalog.
course load or separately. Students taking online
Information is available from the undergraduate
courses receive their course materials, review
Admissions Office (800) 777-2227, ext. 5024 or
instructor commentary and lectures, engage in
from the Registrar’s Office (803) 754-4100, ext.
topical discussions and exchange projects and
5033.
assignments through CIU’s online learning plat-
form at www.ciuonline.com. Some course materi- The Graduate School and the Seminary also offer
als are also available on CD for offline selected offerings during the summer. For more
convenience. information regarding their offerings, please con-
tact the Graduate School & Seminary Admissions
Online courses taken as part of a semester load
office (ext. 5335).
will count toward residency requirements, and
they may qualify for financial aid. In order to quali- Advanced Placement (AP) and College Level
fy for residency and financial aid, all assignments examinations Program (CLeP) Credit at CiU
must be completed by the last day of the semes- Advanced Placement (AP) and College Level
ter. There is no tuition discount for online courses Examination Program (CLEP) credits are both
taken on the semester system. offered at CIU. For incoming students, please
no more than 15 semester hours of non-resident refer to the AP section under admissions on page
distance education courses from CIU or any other 101. A list of accepted AP exams and scores is at
accredited institution may be applied toward an the end of this catalog. All AP examination scores
associate degree at the college. no more than 30 and documentation must be submitted directly to
semester hours of non-resident distance educa- the Registrar to determine credit. CLEP tests
tion courses from CIU or any other accredited must be complete before the starting date of
institution may be applied toward a bachelor’s classes when entering CIU.
degree at CIU. For more information about dis- CLEP credits may be earned via testing using this
tance education at CIU, visit www.ciu.edu/ national examination service. A list of accepted
distance or call (800) 777-2227, ext. 5033. CLEP exams and scores is at the end of this
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dent’s record and notify the student of the final of at least 2.00, and is making satisfactory
action on the petition. A student who wishes to progress toward meeting all graduation require-
take correspondence courses or summer school ments.
courses from another institution should consult
enrollment in Graduate Level Courses
with his/her academic advisor and seek permis-
Graduate level courses numbered 5000-5999 are
sion through an academic petition to transfer the
also open to upperclassmen for undergraduate
credit to CIU prior to taking the course. Courses
degree requirements. Junior or senior undergrad-
taken without prior approval through petition may,
uate students may enroll for up to 12 semester
in some cases, not be applicable for transfer
hours of graduate credit in courses numbered
credit into the student’s CIU degree plan. It is the
5000-5999. A student classified as a junior must
student’s responsibility to print and keep a copy
petition for admission; an academic petition is not
of the final action from the Registrar’s Office.
required for a student classified as a senior. A stu-
Classification of students dent registers for a “5000” course in the same
The undergraduate student body is divided for way as other courses for the semester. Graduate
class organization on the basis of academic clas- level requirements within a “5000” course will
sification. Part-time and unclassified students par- need to be maintained no matter what classifica-
ticipate in the activities of the class to which their tion the student has.
accumulated hours would admit them were they
Academic Provision, Probation, and suspension
regular students.
Entering students who evidence deficiency in aca-
• Full-time — A student registered for 12 or more demic qualifications may be admitted on a provi-
semester hours. sional basis. normally, such students are
• Part-time — A student registered for fewer than restricted to a maximum of 13 semester hours of
12 semester hours. course work and should achieve a grade point
• Part-time non-degree — A student who has average of at least 2.0 by the end of their second
made special application as a part-time student semester in residence at CIU to continue in
with no degree objective. Part-time non-degree school. Students accepted on academic provision
students may not register for more than eight are also normally required to take SOC 0100
hours of credit each semester and may not College Study Skills. Provisionally admitted stu-
accrue more than 50 credits. Part-time non- dents may also be required to take EnG 1000
degree students will be eligible to take only Basic Writing Skills, depending on their test
those courses for which they have had the pre- scores on the COMPASS writing test adminis-
requisite training and background. Financial Aid tered during new Student Orientation and/or their
may not be available to students who have no SAT or ACT scores in English.
intent on degree completion.
Continuing students are placed on academic pro-
• Freshman — A high school graduate or one bation at the end of any semester in which they
who presents satisfactory scores on equivalency earn a grade point average below 2.00 during that
examinations.
semester. If a student is on academic probation,
• Sophomore — A student who has completed 30 absences from classes are not permitted except
to 62 semester hours. (note that a student who for illness or an emergency. A student on aca-
wishes to earn the A.A. degree must have com- demic probation may be required to (1) carry a
pleted 63 hours with a grade point average of reduced course load, (2) reduce or eliminate
2.00). employment, (3) reduce extra-curricular activities
• Junior — A student who has designated and and/or (4) carry out other measures recommend-
been accepted into one of CIU’s four-year pro- ed by the academic advisor or administration to
grams and who has completed 63 to 94 semes- help him or her improve scholastic standing.
ter hours. Other measures may include referral to Academic
• Senior — A student who has completed at least Services for tutoring and/or testing. In many
95 semester hours, has a grade point average instances, students on academic probation will
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require additional semesters to complete their factory progress may be readmitted on academic
studies. Academic probation is removed when a probation. In certain cases approved by the dean,
student accumulates a satisfactory cumulative students may be allowed to take Summer Studies
grade point average of 2.0 or higher. course work in an attempt to improve the grade
point average.
Students who fail a semester of Ministry Skills will
also be placed on academic probation and will be Withdrawal from the College
required to make up the failed assignment by tak- In cases where it becomes necessary or advisable
ing an additional assignment in a subsequent for a student to withdraw from the college, it is the
semester or fulfilling the requirement during a responsibility of the student to (1) obtain a “School
vacation period. Satisfactory ministry skills per- Withdrawal” form from the Registrar’s Office, (2)
formance in a subsequent semester may remove complete the requested information, and (3) obtain
the student from probation. all required authorizations before submitting it to
Students on academic probation will be notified the Registrar’s Office for processing. Failure to fol-
and placed on “watch” immediately after the low withdrawal procedures will result in grades of
semester when the grade point average fails to “F” for all courses. Students withdrawing from
meet the institutional standard. After two consec- school after the withdrawal deadline (see under
utive semesters on probation, the student will “Course Withdrawal”) will receive a “Withdrawn
receive a written “warning” from the academic Failing (WF)” grade, equivalent to a failing (F)
dean indicating that failure to demonstrate sub- grade. A withdrawal (W) may still be given for seri-
stantive change in status will result in academic ous circumstances excused by the academic dean
dismissal. Substantive change means immediate or for medical reasons (see the Registrar’s or
improvement above a 2.0 GPA for the next Dean’s Office for medical criteria).
semester and continued efforts to retake failed suspension or dismissal
courses in order to remove probation status. In addition to dismissal for academic reasons,
Students, who at the end of any three consecu- students may be required to withdraw or be sus-
tive semesters have not removed themselves from pended from CIU when their behaviors and atti-
academic probation and/or demonstrate substan- tudes are inconsistent with the standards or the
tive change (current semester) will be dismissed basic purpose of CIU. Such withdrawals or sus-
from the college. pensions may be for a specific time during which
Academic dean’s List the student has opportunity to evaluate his/her
Any full-time student (12 credits or more) who personal goals and relationship to the university.
completes a semester of study with a minimum of The dean of Student Life serves as the adminis-
a 3.5 grade point average during a semester will trator of this college policy and serves as the
be identified and honored as a student on the adjudicator in disciplinary matters related to char-
Academic Dean’s List. Any student who com- acter or behavior. (See information regarding stu-
pletes a degree program maintaining a cumulative dent discipline in the Student Life section of this
grade point average of 3.5 or higher will qualify for catalog, or consult the student handbook.)
graduating with scholastic honors. Classes and examinations
readmission Attendance
Students suspended for academic reasons may The heart of the college experience, in many
apply for readmission through the Undergraduate respects, will be the work done in the classroom.
Admissions Office after an absence of one year. The undergraduate faculty, therefore, takes a seri-
At this time of readmission, the academic dean ous view of class attendance. The course offer-
evaluates the causes for the dismissal and any ings are designed to enrich a student’s
evidence that the student may now be able to preparation for life. A student will need to interact
make satisfactory academic progress. Students with the professor and students and to learn more
deemed capable of making and maintaining satis- from a course than simply “getting the notes” in
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order to perform on an examination. Significant the credit hours involved. Written permission can
insights and perspectives may surface in the be granted by the student’s physician, the aca-
classroom, and a student is expected to con- demic dean, or the course instructor.
tribute to class discussion. One should note that the above table is not a pro-
The faculty recognizes that extenuating circum- vision for “cuts” but for absences for valid rea-
stances sometimes necessitate missing classes. sons. So, for example, if allowance is made for
The number of absences allowed without written three absences in a course, and a student takes
permission varies according to the status of the them for reasons other than indicated above, the
student, the number of class meetings each instructor may not choose to excuse a later
week, and whether the course is freshman, soph- absence due to an illness or emergency that
omore, junior, or senior level. For more informa- could have been covered by the absences
tion, see “Absences” below and “Exceptions to allowed. normally, the penalty for unexcused
the Absence Policy” on the following page. absences will involve a grade reduction.
Absences In certain participatory classes, students must
There is no formal “cut” system, but it is recog- account for all absences. In such cases, teachers
nized that sickness, academic field trips, or some will clearly indicate this requirement in the class
emergencies may necessitate missing classes on syllabus. They will also indicate the penalty for
occasion. To allow for this, while still encouraging noncompliance. Listed below are terms and addi-
students to accept responsibility for class atten- tional requirements related to course attendance:
dance, the university does not require written per- • Academic Probation. Students on academic
mission for every course absence, as indicated in probation must receive prior permission from
the following table: the course instructor for all absences, unless
Absences medically excused.
Permitted • record. Students are responsible for maintaining
Course Class Without a record of their own absences and tardiness
Level sessions Written incidents and reasons for each. This information
meeting Permission is important in case of excessive absences or to
each Week Per make an appeal to the academic dean.
semester • Lateness. Three unexcused tardiness incidents
1000 Level Courses 1 or 2 1 equal one absence.
3 or 4 2 • excess Absences. Absences exceeding the
2000 Level Courses 1 1 number permitted will not ordinarily be excused
by the instructor. Instructors have the right to
2 or 3 2 specify for their classes the penalty for exces-
4 3 sive absences. In most cases, the penalty will
3000 Level Courses 1 1 be a grade reduction.
2 2 • maximum Absences. normally students are not
permitted to miss more than 25 percent of class
3 3 meetings regardless of the reasons. If absences
4 4 exceed this number, students will normally
4000 Level Courses 1 1 receive a grade of F, unless properly withdrawn
from the course, in which case a grade of W
2 2
may be assigned. Where extenuating circum-
3 3 stances are involved, an appeal to the academic
4 4 dean may be made for special consideration.
The dean will review the course syllabus as well
All additional absences require written permission.
as the faculty and student record prior to ren-
Please note that absence table above relates to
dering any decision.
the number of class meetings held weekly, not to
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• exams, tests, quizzes. Students are not usually syllabus. Late work is not normally accepted. In
permitted to miss a class on the day of a sched- some cases, the instructor may permit an exten-
uled quiz or exam. sion at his or her discretion simply as an expres-
• Veterans. If a student is a military veteran and is sion of grace.
receiving government benefits, the veteran is examinations
responsible to follow the attendance regulations There is no final examination week each semester
established by the Veterans Administration. at CIU. Final examinations may be scheduled for
exceptions to the Absence Policy one or more class periods near the end of the
scholastic privilege. Juniors and seniors who term. Students who cannot avoid missing a test
carried an academic load of at least 12 hours for period should consult the teacher ahead of time to
credit the preceding semester, and who earned a request rescheduling. normally, permission to
grade point average of 3.5 (slightly above B+) or make up tests will not be granted for personal rea-
higher during the preceding semester, normally sons or social activities. In the case of absence
are not required to account for their class from a test period for other than medical reasons
absences (subject, of course, to the maximum or approved field trips, the teacher has the right to
absences as stated above). In certain participato- determine whether the reasons given for the pro-
ry classes, however, an account should be given posed absence warrant an excuse. Students may
for all absences. In such cases, the teacher will not be excused from classes prior to the last day
clearly indicate this requirement in the class syl- of the term.
labus. The teacher will also indicate the penalty re-examinations
for noncompliance. In most cases the penalty will
If, under exceptional circumstances, an instructor
involve a grade reduction.
permits a re-examination, the student must take
holidays. Students may receive double absences the exam within four weeks after the end of the
for being absent from classes the day before or semester. If the student passes the examination,
after a holiday or vacation period as specified by the final grade will be adjusted accordingly, but the
the instructor within the syllabus. grade obtained on the re-taken examination
music lessons. Students are accountable for should not carry the same value as the original
every meeting of private music lessons. Students final examination. Re-examination is granted solely
should notify the Music Office at least 24 hours in at the discretion of the instructor of record.
advance (except in emergencies) when they need
Plagiarism
to cancel a scheduled private music lesson.
CIU expects students to be honorable in all their
field trips. A required school function (such as a academic work. All students are to do and be
field trip or a music tour) that causes a student to responsible for their own work. Dishonesty in
miss classes and chapels is considered an assignments, examinations, written papers or any
excused absence. In the case of individual other academic work is contrary to scriptural prin-
required field trips, students are responsible to ciples of Christian living and is an affront to fellow
submit their own chapel absences or weekend students and the faculty.
leave forms.
Plagiarism is defined as deliberately presenting
Assignments another person’s ideas or words as one’s own or
Due dates for research papers, book reports, and unintentionally failing to cite the source of one’s
other assignments are normally given in the course ideas. The following are specific examples of
syllabus. Students are responsible to plan and plagiarism:
pace their work so that assignments will be sub-
• The words, sentences, ideas, conclusions,
mitted when due. Any exceptions to the schedule
examples, and/or organization of an assignment
established in a course syllabus are at the discre-
are borrowed from a source (a book, an article,
tion of the instructor, provided the change does
another student’s paper, tapes, etc.) without
not negatively impact the student’s ability to pre-
acknowledging the source.
pare based on the schedule established within a
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• A student submits work done by another student The grade point average is computed by multiply-
— in part or whole — in place of his or her own ing the number of credits for each course by the
work. points for the grade earned. The points are added
• A student submits assignments received from together and the result is divided by the sum of
commercial firms or any other person or group. the hours taken, including the hours for any failed
• A student knowingly aids another student in pla- course, but excluding courses graded
giarizing an assignment as defined above. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory or transfer courses.
Plagiarism will result in academic penalty such as Students may repeat identical courses (the same
failure in the assignment, failure in the course, and course number) in which they earned a D or F.
further disciplinary action. When necessary, the Only the grade earned in the repeated course will
academic dean will be informed. be counted in the computation of grade point
(Adapted with permission from the St. Paul Bible averages, though a record of the previous grade
College Student Handbook and the Student’s will remain on the student transcript. The credit
Guide to Public Communication for The University hours will be counted only once. (See Grade
of South Carolina by William M. Strickland.) Reports for instructions on how to question a
grade that seems incorrect.) A course may be
Grading system repeated for credit only twice.
It is expected that work done at the college will
represent faithfulness and conscientious applica- incomplete Grade
tion on the part of every student. Although grades Under exceptional circumstances, a faculty mem-
are not regarded as an end in themselves, they ber may permit additional time for the completion
usually represent not only the students’ knowl- of course requirements after the end of the
edge of the subject, but also their diligence in semester. In such cases, a temporary grade of “I”
studying it. The grading system is as follows: (Incomplete) will be assigned to a student whose
performance is satisfactory but who, due to
Letter Points Per unforeseen circumstances, has been unable to
Grade explanation semester hour
complete all course requirements. An “I” is not
A Excellent Work 4.0 given to enable the student to do additional work
A- 3.7 to raise a deficient grade. The terms for the
B+ 3.3 removal of the “I,” including the time limit for its
B Good Work 3.0 removal (normally one month after the final exam),
B- 2.7 will be decided by the faculty member and docu-
C+ 2.3 mented for the academic dean. It is the student’s
C Acceptable Work 2.0 responsibility to arrange with the faculty member
C- 1.7 whatever action is needed to remove the “I” grade
D+ 1.3 at the earliest possible date, and in any event,
D Poor Work 1.0 within the time limit stipulated (not to exceed one
D- 0.7 year of the assignment of Incomplete). The “I”
F Failure 0.0 grade does not carry quality points and is not cal-
WF Withdrawal Failing 0.0 culated in the grade point average. A student may
W Withdrawal not graduate with an “I” on the record. A student
Is not calculated in GPA does not need to be enrolled to remove a grade
I Incomplete (temporary grade only) of incomplete.
Is not calculated in GPA
S Satisfactory Is not calculated
in GPA
U Unsatisfactory Is not calculated
in GPA
AU Audit no credit is granted
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student whom it regards as not meeting the doctrine, and zeal for Christian service. If a stu-
spiritual, academic, Ministry Skill Development or dent has not been enrolled in the institution for
community standards of the university. (See two or more semesters, the student will automati-
“Completing a Degree” section.) In compliance cally be required to meet the requirements of the
with the Student-Right-to-Know Act of 1991, the catalog under which he or she returns to CIU. CIU
Undergraduate School of Columbia International courses offered via Distance Learning and Media
University reports a graduation rate of 63 percent Development can be used to meet last semester
for its 2007 graduating class based on 150 requirements.
percent of the estimated duration time of the
program. student Assessment for institutional
improvement
minimum residence requirements In order for the college to assess student learning
CIU requires students to complete a substantial and improve its academic programs, periodic
portion of degree programs, including course measurements of student perceptions and intel-
work and participation in ministry skills and spiri- lectual growth must be obtained. As a require-
tual formation activities, during regular academic ment for graduation every student shall participate
terms at the Columbia campus or at an additional in one or more evaluative procedures, which may
education site approved by the faculty. Under- include examinations in general academic devel-
graduate course work offered via the Distance opment and/or the major field of study. The evalu-
Education Center does not meet the on-campus ative information obtained through testing is used
residency requirement for associate or bachelor solely to improve the quality of the educational
degree programs. experience for future generations of students.
Associate degree students, regardless of previous Commencement Ceremonies
undergraduate credits earned, are required to Graduation from the Undergraduate School
complete a minimum of 16 semester hours of CIU requires that the candidate submit an “Application
course work at CIU and complete at least two for Graduation.” This formal request to graduate
consecutive semesters in residence at the site, can be obtained from the Registrar’s Office. A stu-
earning at least six semester hours credit each dent should consult with his or her advisor and
semester. A minimum of two Ministry Skills credits seek a degree audit early enough in his academic
are required for graduation. career (junior or early senior year) to determine
Bachelor degree students, regardless of previous when he or she should consider graduating. The
undergraduate credits earned, are required to Registrar’s Office maintains strict deadlines per-
complete a minimum of 32 semester hours of CIU taining to the application to graduate. A gradua-
course work at CIU, and complete at least two tion fee will also be assessed to those who
consecutive semesters in residence at the site, submit their application to graduate.
earning at least six semester hours credit each While commencement ceremonies take place in
semester. A minimum of two Ministry Skills credits December and May each year, the actual award-
are required for graduation. ing of degrees takes place in December, May, and
final Course Work requirements for August of each year. All requirements for gradua-
a degree tion must normally be met before the student may
While there are no statutes of limitations for participate in a commencement exercise.
undergraduate degree completion, CIU requires If an undergraduate student has not more than12
that the final 15 semester hours of coursework credits outstanding at the time of a commence-
must be CIU credits unless defined otherwise in a ment ceremony and can demonstrate how those
cooperative program. The purpose of this require- credits can be completed before the next award-
ment is to ensure that faculty members have ing of the degree, he or she may petition to “walk”
plenty of opportunity to interact with students in a commencement ceremony with work out-
prior to graduation in order to evaluate character, standing. The actual posting date of the degree
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will be when all work is complete and normally Transfer students must have completed at least
will be the next awarding date. As an illustration, a 48 semester hours at CIU to be eligible for
student may participate in May with work out- scholastic honors. Grades from a student’s last
standing and receive the degree in August. semester in his/her degree program are not
included in the determination of scholastic
Attendance at the commencement ceremony is
honors.
expected of all resident students registered for
courses during the semester in which a ceremony delta epsilon Chi honor society
is scheduled. Requests for exceptions must be The undergraduate faculty has established a
submitted by means of an academic petition to chapter of Delta Epsilon Chi, the Honor Society of
the academic dean. the Association for Biblical Higher Education. no
more than seven percent of the graduating class
scholastic honors
for any given year may be nominated to this
Students graduating from undergraduate four-year
group by the faculty. ABHE minimum criteria for
programs will receive diplomas with scholastic
nomination by the faculty include a cumulative
honors according to the following schedule:
grade point average of 3.3 or higher, positive
• summa cum laude (highest honor) for a grade- demonstration of Christian character, and clear
point average of 3.85 or above exhibition of leadership ability following a biblical
• magna cum laude (high honor) for a grade- model.
point average from 3.71 to 3.84
• Cum laude (with honor) for a grade-point aver-
age from 3.50 to 3.70
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Course Descriptions
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with the background, content, message and per- BiB 2400 A Practical Approach to the
sonal application of each book in the new Greek new testament......................(3)
Testament. The course also examines the process fall semester
by which the new Testament canon was formed The teaching of a practical method of Greek exe-
and the new Testament was transmitted through gesis for non-Greek students. The method will be
the history of the church. taught and applied by the study of a new
Testament book. Prerequisite: BIB 1120.
BiB 21__ Biblical survey:..............................(2-3)
tBA BiB 2414 methods of Bible study: mark ........(3)
An examination of a section of the Old or new tBA
Testament, covering a group of books in the An analysis of the gospel according to Mark as a
Bible. The emphasis of the course is on helping means of learning the gospel’s emphases and
students to master the content of the books cov- basic message. A study of the inductive method
ered and to apply the teaching of Scripture to of Bible study will be a significant emphasis of
contemporary situations. this course.
BiB 2220 Biblical discipleship ........................(3) BiB 2441 methods of Bible study:
A topical study of Scripture with life application Philippians ........................................(3)
designed for basic discipleship of believers, in tBA
limited access settings. In addition to exploring An examination of the principles and procedures
the biblical foundations for practical sanctification, for observing, interpreting, and applying the Bible,
the students will also explore how to present as well as various methods or approaches to
these transferable concepts to others. (Offered studying the Bible. This investigation of Bible
only at the Kirkland site.) study methods will serve as a foundation for the
study of the message and distinctive ideas of the
BiB 2230 Between the testaments ................(3) book of Philippians.
tBA
A survey of political, cultural, linguistic and reli- BiB 25__ old testament Book study:..........(2-3)
gious developments after the writing of Malachi, tBA
viewed as divine preparation for the coming of A detailed study of a book of the Old Testament.
Messiah and the explosion of the Christian The course is designed to help students under-
movement. stand the background and unique message of an
Old Testament book and to apply that message to
BiB 2250 new testament Backgrounds..........(3) the present day.
tBA
A study of the social, historical, and geographical BiB 2563 Living Your faith: studies in
background of the first century, particularly as it Amos ................................................(1)
illuminates the everyday life of Roman and A thorough study of God’s Word in the book of
Palestinian peoples. Emphasis is given to the Amos. The course presents methods for discover-
background of the gospels. ing and teaching biblical principles so that stu-
dents are challenged to live the Christian faith
BiB 2210 A Practical Approach to the they profess.
hebrew Bible ....................................(3)
BiB 26__ new testament Book study......(2-3)
spring semester
tBA
An introduction to the Hebrew language to equip
A detailed study of a book of the new Testament.
students to use Old Testament research tools
The course is designed to help students under-
more effectively. The course covers the Hebrew
stand the background and unique message of a
alphabet and vowel system, a basic understanding
new Testament book and to apply that message
of Hebrew grammar and vocabulary, word studies,
to the present day.
and the use of important research tools related to
the Old Testament. Prerequisite: BIB 1110
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BiB 2606 Gospel of mark: the Cross in our in the Bible and developing messages, lessons
Lives ..................................................(1) and explanations, suitable for designated situa-
An analysis of the recurring themes and the cen- tions, which reflect the content, outline and rea-
tral message of the Gospel of Mark. Why did soning of the passage. Students may replace BIB
Mark write his gospel? The evidence suggests 3421 with any upper division elective that requires
that he was not simply trying to tell the story them to use the skills learned in BIB 3420. This
of Jesus. course serves as a biblical interpretation elective.
Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
BiB 2628 i & ii timothy & titus:
Life in the Local Church ..................(3) BiB 3613 Acts ..................................................(3)
Fall Semester fall semester
An analysis of the Pastoral Epistles with special A historical study of the continued ministry of the
focus on issues faced by the early church as well risen Christ by the Holy Spirit through the early
as the 21st century church. Christian Church as God’s instrument for witness-
ing to the Lord Jesus Christ. new Testament prin-
BiB 2633 Philippians: how to study
ciples and methods for evangelization and church
and teach a Bible Book ..................(1)
growth are considered. Attention is given to his-
A “how-to” course demonstrating biblical learning
torical backgrounds and interpretive problems.
and teaching techniques through a study of
This course may serve as a new Testament
Philippians. Lectures and independent study proj-
exegetical book study. Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
ects encourage teachers and their students to
actively explore the pressures, problems, and BiB 3616 romans ............................................(3)
principles that contemporary Christians share with spring semester
the Philippian church. An exegetical study of the new Testament’s most
organized, thorough exposition of the Christian
BiB 2636 Colossians and Philemon ..............(1)
faith, its relations to human history, and implica-
A study in the new Testament letters of
tions for Christian living. Special attention is given
Colossians and Philemon. The emphasis for the
to the personal application of the message, and
course is on the teaching of these letters on
applied sanctification. principles of biblical interpretation are applied to
the study of this book. Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
BiB 3420 Principles of Bible interpretation......(3)
Fall Semester and Spring Semester BiB 3820 Bible for teachers ............................(3)
An introduction to the hermeneutical principles fall semester
basic to interpreting Scripture. Many of these A course designed to enable the teacher of Bible
principles are common to language and literature, to develop a philosophy of Bible teaching and to
while others apply uniquely to the Bible. All of follow a preparation procedure that will ensure
them are based on the way in which the Bible that the purpose for which Scripture was given
interprets itself. The course lays a foundation of will be accomplished in one’s teaching. Special
cognitive understanding, but emphasizes practice emphasis is placed on how to plan a Bible cur-
in applying the principles. Prerequisites: BIB 1110 riculum with courses of study, units and daily les-
and BIB 1120 for undergraduates; graduate stu- sons, following the pattern of biblical revelation,
dents may take this as a graduate school pre-req- and teaching the biblical material with integrity.
uisite. Prerequisite: BIB 3420 or permission of instructor.
BiB 3421 Principles of Biblical exegesis BiB 3950 faculty directed study in
and exposition ................................(3) Bible ..........................................(1 to 6)
spring semester Upon request
An extension of the study done in BIB 3420 con- An independent study available to juniors and
cerning principles for interpreting Scripture. This seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
workshop course gives opportunity to apply Consult with academic advisor. Prerequisite: BIB
hermeneutical principles by exegeting passages 3420.
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BiB 41__ Biblical survey:..............................(2-3) BiB 4538 the Book of Psalms ........................(3)
tBA fall semester
An examination of a section of the Old or new In this course students will master the content
Testament, covering a group of books in the and theology of the book of Psalms by utilizing
Bible. The emphasis of the course is on helping the exegetical tools they learned in BIB 3420
students to make use of what they have learned Principles of Bible Interpretation. Emphases
concerning the principles and methods of proper include: the different literary forms of psalms, the
biblical interpretation. Prerequisite: BIB 3420. understanding of the Psalter as a whole, and con-
BiB 4117 old testament Wisdom temporary application. The instructor stresses the
Literature ..........................................(3) canonical approach to the book of Psalms. This
spring semester course serves as an Old Testament exegetical
In this course students will master the content book study. Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
and theology of the Old Testament Wisdom books BiB 46__ new testament Book study:........(2-3)
(Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes) by utilizing the tBA
exegetical tools they learned in BIB 3420 A detailed study of a book of the new Testament.
Principles of Bible Interpretation. Emphases The course is designed to help students make
include: the unique purpose of each Wisdom use of what they have learned concerning the
book, the discovery of meaning, and the contem- principles and methods of proper biblical interpre-
porary application of meaning. The instructor tation. Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
stresses the importance of literary analysis. This
course serves as an Old Testament exegetical BiB 4610 Gospel of John ................................(3)
book study. Prerequisite: BIB 3420. spring semester
A study in the life of Jesus as delineated by the
BiB 4310 Progress of redemption ................(3) apostle John. Consideration is given to the dis-
fall semester tinctive approach taken by John. Emphasis is
A study of God’s plan of redemption as it progres- placed on the theological content of the book.
sively unfolds in the Bible. The basic historical The course is designed to help students make
revelation is traced in the Old and new use of what they had learned concerning the prin-
Testaments to see what God is doing and by ciples and methods of proper biblical interpreta-
what method. Then the spoken revelations are tion. This course serves as a new Testament
related to this, and the progress of doctrine is exegetical book study. Prerequisite: 3420.
observed. Prerequisite: BIB 1110, BIB 1120.
BiB 4655 hebrews............................................(3)
BiB 45__ old testament Book study:..........(2-3) fall semester
tBA An investigation of the priority of the new
A detailed study of a book of the Old Testament.
Covenant over the Old as presented in the biblical
The course is designed to help students make
letter called “to the Hebrews.” An inductive and
use of what they have learned concerning the
hermeneutical approach is stressed. The relevan-
principles and methods of proper biblical interpre-
cy of the letter’s teachings to Christian attitudes
tation. Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
and lifestyles is pointed out and its missiological
BiB 4503 Genesis ............................................(3) implications are indicated. This course serves as a
tBA new Testament exegetical book study.
In this course students will master the content Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
and theology of the book of Genesis by utilizing
the exegetical tools they learned in BIB 3420 BiBLiCAL LAnGUAGes
Principles of Bible Interpretation. Emphases
Arm 3950 faculty directed study
include: creation, covenant and blessing, inter-
in Biblical Aramaic ........................(1-6)
preting narrative, and contemporary application.
Upon request
The instructor stresses the literary approach to
This course affords the student the opportunity to
narrative. This course serves as an Old Testament
develop further skills learned in ARM 4110. An
exegetical book study. Prerequisite: BIB 3420.
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independent study is available to juniors and sen- Gre 4110 exegesis of the Greek new
iors by special arrangement with instructor. It testament 1 ......................................(3)
counts as a Bible elective. Consult with academic fall semester
advisor. Prerequisite: ARM 4110. A review of the fundamentals of Greek grammar
and a study of advanced grammar. Reading and
Arm 4110 Biblical Aramaic ..............................(3)
exegesis of selected passages from new
spring semester, odd Years
Testament books is included. The course is rec-
A basic study of biblical Aramaic. The course will
ommended as an essential course for those going
initially focus on the grammatical aspects of
into the pastorate. It counts as a Bible elective.
Aramaic and culminate in the reading of selected
Prerequisites: GRE 3111.
Aramaic portions from Ezra and Daniel.
Prerequisite: HEB 3110. Gre 4111 exegesis of the Greek new
testament 2 ....................................(3)
BLG 4400 field experience in Biblical
spring semester
Languages ........................................(1)
A continuation of GRE 4110, including further
Ministry Skills experiences within the discipline
reading of the Greek new Testament and detailed
providing opportunity for the upperclass student
exegesis of selected portions of the new
to gain competency and confidence within related
Testament. The emphasis is upon the practical
vocations. Experiential learning requirements are
use of Greek for Christians and Christian workers.
defined by the student’s program and assessed
Part of the student’s time will be spent in inde-
by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock
pendent study. It counts as a Bible elective.
hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
Prerequisite: GRE 4110.
credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
heB 3110-3111 Biblical hebrew Grammar and
Gre 3110 new testament Greek Grammar
reading 1 and 2 ......................(5 each
and reading 1 ..................................(5)
semester)
fall semester
Fall and Spring Semesters, Every Other Year
The first half of a thorough study of the funda-
Courses covering basic Hebrew grammar and
mental elements of new Testament Greek gram-
vocabulary. They include extensive experience in
mar, culminating in the reading of selected
reading the Hebrew Old Testament. Emphasis is
portions from the Greek new Testament.
placed upon the practical use of Hebrew for life-
(Completion of both semesters meets humanities
long ministry. Three credits from HEB 3111 count
distribution requirement and Bachelor of Arts
as a Bible elective. (Completion of both semesters
degree requirements.)
meets humanities distribution requirement and
Gre 3111 new testament Greek Grammar Bachelor of Arts degree requirements.)
and reading 2 ................................(5)
spring semester heB 3950 faculty directed study
The second half of a thorough study of the funda- in Biblical hebrew ........................(1-6)
mental elements of new Testament Greek gram- Upon request
mar, culminating in the reading of selected An independent study available to juniors and
portions from the Greek new Testament. seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
(Completion of both semesters meets humanities This course affords the student opportunity to fur-
distribution requirement and Bachelor of Arts ther develop skills learned in HEB 3110, HEB
degree requirements.) Prerequisite: GRE 3110. 3111. It counts as a Bible elective. Consult with
academic advisor. Prerequisites: HEB 3110, HEB
Gre 3950 faculty directed study in exegesis 3111.
of the Greek new testament........(1-6)
Upon request mes 4400 field experience in Biblical
An independent study available to juniors and Languages ........................................(1)
seniors by special arrangement with instructor. It Ministry Skills experiences within the discipline
counts as a Bible elective. Consult with academic providing opportunity for the upperclass student
advisor. Prerequisites: GRE 3111. to gain competency and confidence within related
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vocations. Experiential learning requirements are ing, and disciplining personnel within business,
defined by the student’s program and assessed nonprofit and international operations will all be
by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock explored.
hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
BUs 3300 managerial Accounting ....................(3)
credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
tBA
BUsiness And orGAniZAtionAL The place of accounting information in the man-
LeAdershiP ager’s decision making process is the essence of
this course. Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting
BUs 1100 introduction to Business ..................(3) or permission of instructor.
fall semester
This course is an overview of the basic functions BUs 3800 international Business Practices ......(3)
and environment for business in for-profit, not-for- tBA
profit, intercultural and international settings. The Students will explore the international dimensions
course provides an overview of the six primary of business, including topics like globalization,
disciplines of human resource management, developing and implementing strategies for inter-
finance, accounting, operations, management, national settings, cross-cultural human resource
and communications and marketing. management, governmental relationships, and
unique ethical considerations in international
BUs 1200 Principles of finance ....................(3) settings.
spring semester
Introduces students to essential financial con- BUs 3910 Practicum in Business ..................(1-3)
cepts such as analysis of financial statements, the tBA
time value of money, stock and bond valuation, This practicum is a limited learning experience
risk and return, capital budgeting, the cost of cap- within a business or organization for the student
ital, and conversion of international monetary to actively participate in work-related tasks within
systems. Students will develop basic skills in ana- a business culture. This experience requires a
lyzing the finances of publicly traded companies. minimum of 50 clock hours on the job under
supervision for each credit received. Practicum
BUs 2200 Principles of Accounting ..............(3)
units may be taken incrementally or as a 3 credit
fall semester
block.
The fundamentals of financial accounting are
explored by setting up financial records with an BUs 3950 faculty directed study (fds) in
emphasis on creating and understanding financial Business ........................................(1-6)
statements that are used in business. tBA
FDS is an independent study available to juniors
BUs 2300 Principles of Leadership and and seniors by special arrangement with the
management ................................(3) instructor. An FDS requires approval by the pro-
fall semester gram director and the dean.
A study in leadership skills and styles with
emphasis on the motivational aspects and leader- BUs 4200 marketing and finance ....................(3)
ship techniques and their effectiveness. Character spring semester
development as it pertains to a balanced personal An introduction to marketing principles and pric-
life, family life, church life, workplace life and soci- ing, associated with corporate finance.
etal life are all explored in relationship to one’s Implications for nonprofit and nongovernmental
ability to lead. organizations will be addressed. Principles of
direct marketing, public relations and branding,
BUs 2600 human resource management ......(3) donor cultivation, solicitation of funds, database
spring semester management of donations and donors and grant
A study in the theories, practices, and laws writing will be addressed.
involved in the human resource function.
Recruiting, selecting, training, evaluating, promot-
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BUs 4400 Practical skill development in attend that church and volunteer at least 30 clock
Business............................................(1) hours of service within that ministry or a ministry
tBA designated by the church. This service must be
Practical Skill Development Education within the documented and be approved by the church/min-
discipline providing opportunity for the upper- istry, and a record submitted to the MSD office. no
classman to gain competency and confidence credit will be given, but completion of the service
within related vocations. Experiential learning hours is a graduation requirement. Lack of faithful-
requirements are defined by the student’s pro- ness in attending or participating in a local church
gram and assessed by the program faculty. A is an issue related to Christian character; failure to
minimum of 50 clock hours of direct experience is demonstrate faithfulness will be addressed by the
required for a unit of credit. Requires advisor Student Life Office.
approval. Repeatable.
CommUniCAtion
ChristiAn serViCe LeArninG
Com 2110 Public speaking ................................(3)
CsL 0101 Christian service Learning fall semester
spring semester Preparation and delivery of speeches to inform and
The student, having identified a local church dur- persuade. Special emphasis is placed on research,
ing his first semester experience, will now faithfully preparation, delivery and evaluation of informative,
attend that church and volunteer at least 20 clock persuasive and special occasion public speaking.
hours of service within that ministry or a ministry The student will analyze great American speeches,
designated by the church. This service must be both historical and contemporary.
documented and be approved by the church/min-
Com 2210 history of Communication and
istry, and a record submitted to the MSD office. no
media ................................................(3)
credit will be given, but completion of the service
fall semester
hours is a graduation requirement. Lack of faithful-
A presentation of the history of media in the
ness in attending or participating in a local church
United States from its early beginnings to the
is an issue related to Christian character; failure to present emergence of the Internet, HDTV and
demonstrate faithfulness will be addressed by the MP3. Through this course the student will
Student Life Office. become acquainted with all aspects of media,
CsL 0201 Christian service Learning including the information super highway, electron-
fall semester ic magazines, TV, film, radio and other media for-
The student, having identified a local church dur- mats. The student will learn the events
ing his first semester experience, will now faithfully surrounding the inception of these media, the cul-
attend that church and volunteer at least 30 clock tural significance they serve today and the role
hours of service within that ministry or a ministry they will have in history.
designated by the church. This service must be Com 2220 Communication research,
documented and be approved by the church/min- theory and design ..........................(3)
istry, and a record submitted to the MSD office. no spring semester
credit will be given, but completion of the service A course on the theories of communication, the
hours is a graduation requirement. Lack of faithful- research techniques required to effectively gain
ness in attending or participating in a local church knowledge about communication and media, and
is an issue related to Christian character; failure to the process involved in designing, planning, and
demonstrate faithfulness will be addressed by the producing media. The course will also teach stu-
Student Life Office. dents how to implement technology that effective-
ly employs the use of educational media and
CsL 0202 Christian service Learning
instructional technology to enhance learning,
spring semester
teaching and ministry.
The student, having identified a local church dur-
ing his first semester experience, will now faithfully
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Com 2760 introduction to Performing Arts will be included. Camera techniques, theory of
ministries............................................(3) light and color, and the proper use of cameras will
fall semester be discussed.
A hands-on study of the origins and skills of vari-
Com 3420 Writing for the media ........................(3)
ous forms of performing arts which are used in
spring semester
ministry both in the United States and overseas.
A course designed to teach the methods and ele-
Emphasis will be placed on integrating the art
ments of writing and to introduce new and unique
forms with a solid biblical message. Special atten-
concepts that are an ideal complement to the way
tion will be given to the acting and directing plat-
students think today. Students will examine vari-
form. However, students will be able to work in
ous forms of writing associated with the electronic
the performing art in which they are most gifted.
media and will learn the concepts of subject iden-
Com 2761 Acting i ..............................................(3) tification and development, interviewing tech-
spring semester niques and writing fiction and non-fiction. This
Introduction to performance techniques: voice, course also includes writing devotionals, poetry,
movement, warm-up exercises for the actor, news columns, PSA’s, radio and television spots,
improvisation exercises, and stage movement. sports stories, and editorials. Basic writing con-
Exploration in character development cepts, paragraph and article structure, and
and basic foundational performance techniques research and organization will be discussed.
and styles. Emphasis on excellence in the
Christian arts and focus on the performer bringing Com 3450 Yearbook ..........................................(3)
together mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual fall and spring semesters
aspects in a worship and performance context. A course designed to involve students in the pub-
Studies in dramatic action, concentration, substi- lication of Columbia International University’s
tution, and emotion in various ministry contexts. yearbook, The Finial. Students taking this course
will develop a working knowledge of journalistic
Com 2762 Acting ii ............................................(3) practices and principles related to the production
fall semester and publication of the yearbook. Staff positions
Advanced and solidified acting concepts along include editor, assistant editor, computer techni-
with additional hands-on practice in the per- cians, photographers and writers. Staff assign-
former’s craft. Emphasis is placed on further ments will include layout, design, copy
analysis, characterization, growth, and training for preparation, computer technician, reporting, writ-
performance in ministry competence. Ensemble ing, photography and business administration.
and team building will be a primary focus. (Permission of instructor is required.)
Application of basic techniques developed in
Acting I as well as advanced scene study will also Com 3470 integrated marketing
be included. Development and training in the Communication ................................(3)
Stanislavski System and a strong emphasis on spring semester
integrating spiritual foundations into method act- A course on the strategic process whereby an
ing. Further study in movement, voice, and organization coordinates all of its communications
improvisation which includes period style, adapta- activities — advertising, public relations, and mar-
tion of literature for performance, stage violence keting — into one efficient department. This
techniques, and adaptation of art forms for cross- strategic assimilation provides efficiency, clarity,
cultural ministry. and consistency for the organization’s total inte-
grated marketing program.
Com 3410 digital Photography ..........................(3)
fall semester Com 2731 Graphic design ................................(3)
An introduction to the basics of digital photogra- fall semester
phy. Through lecture, modules, and photo assign- In this course the student will learn the elements
ments, students will be taught the basics of still and principles of graphic design. The student will
photography in the print and slide formats. learn how to implement those principles through
Lighting, composition, and darkroom processes various projects with the Adobe Creative Suite
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programs of Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. ence of creating a web site using standards-com-
We will explore typography, page layout and logo pliant XHTML and CSS by incorporating standard
design while working with photos and illustrations. web-based design software. By the end of this
The course will give the student both the theory of course the student will understand the functions
good design along with hands-on, practical expe- and uses of the World Wide Web, and be able to
rience in each of the above software applications. create business-suitable web sites that are usable
and accessible.
Com 2150 human Communication &
interaction ........................................(3) Com 3730 Advanced Webpage
spring semester, even Years development ....................................(3)
This course is designed to understand the The purpose of this course is to educate the
dynamics of engaging the inseparable connection student in advanced techniques for web site
between human relationships and human com- development. This course will begin to prepare
munication. This course will highlight the roles the student for a professional web development
that interpersonal connections play in casual dis- environment, covering the basic aspects of large-
cussions as well as the fundamental communica- scale site administration, server maintenance,
tion concepts of today. Small group team-oriented project management, and pro-
communication, interpersonal dynamics, conflict gramming database-driven web sites.
resolution, verbal and nonverbal communication Prerequisite: COM 3720.
and the use of technology in communication in
Com 3950 faculty directed study in
everyday life will be topics of the course.
Communication ............................(1-6)
Com 3510 Christians, media, and Culture ......(3) Upon request
spring semester An independent study available to juniors and
This course will introduce the student to the vari- seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
ous aspects of the media, including print, TV, film Consult with academic advisor.
and music, and explore how our faith and our cul-
Com 4400 Practical skill development in
ture is being presented both in positive and nega-
Communications ............................(1)
tive ways. This course will explore the relevance
Ministry Skills experiences within the discipline
of our faith and the impact on culture by focusing
providing opportunity for the upperclass student
on and discussing films, relevant television shows,
to gain competency and confidence within related
books and music. This course examines how
vocations. Experiential learning requirements are
faith, film, TV and culture mutually influence one
defined by the student’s program and assessed
another. The student will be expected to engage
by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock
in, view with discernment and explore relevant
hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
alternatives to the process of media and culture.
credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
The focus of the course is to develop the ability of
the student to determine their impact on media Com 4430 Professional Leadership ..................(3)
and ultimately on culture and to gain perspective fall semester
on culture, its impact on media and ultimately on An examination of the principles, skills, tech-
the Christian. The student will be challenged with niques and ideas essential to developing the lead-
developing an active perspective toward media ership capacity necessary for achieving success
and its ability to create, influence and support cul- in today’s world. The student will focus on both
ture. The main skill we practice in this course is external relationships and understanding the tools
theological criticism. necessary to develop a confident, professional
image.
Com 3720 Webpage design and
development ....................................(3) Com 4930 internship in Communication............(4)
The purpose of this course is to provide the stu- summer, Junior Year
dent with a thorough and practical understanding The Communication Internship Program is
of the standards and conventions used in creating designed to provide in-depth experience in vari-
useable and accessible web sites, and the experi- ous facets of the communication field in market-
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place, mission and ministry experience environ- Com 3721 Audio Production ..............................(3)
ments. The program is fundamentally an educa- fall semester
tional experience. The intern learns through This course introduces the student to the process
observation and actual experience under the joint of audio production, including live sound rein-
supervision of college faculty and experienced forcement, field and studio recording, multi-track
professionals serving as supervisors. The ultimate studio recording and mixing, audio for video, and
purpose of the internship is to prepare students to the basics of acoustics and studio design. Audio
become world Christians who serve God with theory will be covered as a foundation for under-
excellence in cross-culture, church, marketplace, standing key principles, but emphasis will be
and other ministry roles. placed on practical, hands-on learning.
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hands-on experience with the current operating Emphasis is given to enabling students to articu-
system, file management, word-processing, late a personal philosophy of education, to the
spreadsheet, database and presentation pro- social context of urban schools and to an under-
grams. In addition the student will learn about the standing of biblical principles relating to education.
various hardware components that affect the user
edU 2311 teaching and Learning
interface, hard drives, graphics cards, processor
in the Classroom ..............................(3)
speeds, and wireless connectivity. Computer
fall semester
selection and system-evaluation criteria will be
A course that will prepare students to understand
presented.
the principles of effective classroom teaching and
CPt 2111 Computer and networking learning. The student will examine various Bible
systems ..........................................(3) curricula and learn the basic elements required for
spring semester the production of Bible lessons, units and cours-
This course introduces the student to the funda- es. Presentation skills, including teaching models,
mental concepts of personal computing and com- communication, organization, environment,
puter networking. Basic computer and network expectations, higher-order questioning, aware-
design, implementation, and troubleshooting ness of student diversity, and adjustment to learn-
techniques will be explored with hands-on experi- ing style, are also covered.
ence as appropriate. The design of the computer
edU 2540 Learning environments and
and networking hardware and various operating
Classroom management ................(2)
systems, as well as network design and imple-
fall semester
mentation will be examined. Prerequisite: CPT
A course designed to introduce a variety of learn-
2110 or permission of instructor.
ing environments and class management models,
with analysis and application emphases.
eConomiCs
Implications for both early childhood and elemen-
eCn 2210 Principles of economics 1 tary settings are studied. Classroom environmen-
(micro) ..............................................(3) tal arrangements, community issues, time
fall semester management factors, children of differing back-
This is a study in the principles of economics with grounds/needs, building self-esteem and confi-
a micro-economics perspective. Topics include dence, conflict resolution, collaboration and
marginal analysis, competition, monopolies, and preventive/supportive/corrective discipline are
the role of organization, the role of government, addressed. A practicum is required.
and market structures.
edU 3331 nature of the Learner ......................(2)
eCn 2220 Principles of economics 2 fall semester
(macro) ............................................(3) A survey in developmental psychology covering
spring semester human growth from birth through young adult.
This is a study in the principles of economics with Emphasis is placed on the major developmental
a macro-economics perspective. Topics include theorists and changes within the stands of devel-
fiscal and monetary policy, supply and demand, opment that impact the teaching profession and
economic history, and the role public policy has serve as the basis for developmentally appropri-
on economics. ate practices. Upon completion of the course,
students should have a grasp not only of the
edUCAtion characteristics of the learner, but also the teach-
ing strategies that complement the learner’s
edU 2110 foundations of education ..............(3)
developmental needs. The course models how to
spring semester
analyze and critique the field of behavioral sci-
An introductory study of the historical, social,
ence in light of special revelation — the Bible.
philosophical, psychological and pedagogical
Prerequisite: EDU 2310 or EDU 2311
“foundations” of education, designed for those
preparing to become professional educators.
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EDU 4465 Fine Arts in the Classroom ..............(3) EDU 4930 Student Teaching ............................(9)
Fall Semester Fall and Spring Semesters
Acourseinmusicandartappreciationandbasic Observation,participation,andextendedclass-
skilldevelopment.Thestudentwillbeintroduced roomteachingintheelementaryschoolunderthe
tofundamentalartvocabulary,themes,andhisto- supervisionofanexperiencedteacherareexpect-
ryinartandmusic.Thestudentwilldevelop ed,aswellasregularinteractionforassistance
teachingtechniquesinmusicappreciationand andevaluationbycollegesupervisorsandcoop-
songteaching.Thestudentwillalsodevelopart eratingteachers.Prerequisites:AllrequiredEDU
techniquesandstrategiesforthecreativeclass- coursesandknowledgecontentcourses.Special
room.Specialfeerequired. feerequired.
EDU 4481 Applied Methods in Teaching ........(3) EDU 5400 Principles of Bible Curriculum
Prerequisites:AllrequiredEducationProgram Design ..............................................(3)
coursesexceptEDU4930 Spring Semester
Astudyofcurriculumdesignwithapplicationto
EDU 4620 Teaching Science and Health ........(3) thepreparationofcurriculumforBibleteaching.
Fall Semester ThecourseexaminesandevaluatesexistingBible
Anintroductiontomaterialsandmethodsforthe curriculatodeterminethephilosophicalbasisfor
effectiveteachingofscienceconcepts.Particular theirconstruction.Studentsareassignedprojects
attentionisgiventoteachingstrategieswhich indesigningoriginalBiblecoursesandunitson
promoteproblemsolvingandhigherlevelthinking variousgradelevelsforuseinvariedteaching
skills,includingapplication,analysis,synthesis, environments.Prerequisite:EDU4910orpermis-
inference,prediction,andevaluation.Scientific sionfromtheinstructor.ApprovalofProgram
principlesandprocessesastheyrelatetothe Director.
individual,society,technologicaldevelopmentand
acquisitionofknowledgeareemphasized. EDU 5441 Student Teaching Seminar:
Developmentofsciencelessonplansincludes Bible Teaching ................................(3)
students’directinvolvementintheuseofmanipu- Fall Semester
lativesandprocessskillsaswellasexperiencein Aseminardesignedtopreparethestudent
integratingbiblicaltruth.Thestudentwillalso teacherinBibleforthedirectedteachingexperi-
acquire,useandevaluateknowledgeand ence.Issuesofbeingundersupervision,manag-
ingtheclassroomandevaluatingstudent
methodologiesintheareaofhealth.Thecourse
performancewillbeaddressed.Prerequisite:
willfocusonessentialhealthcurriculumelements
ApprovalofapplicationforEDU4910.Approvalof
implementation.Varioustypesofactivities,
ProgramDirector.
demonstrations,videotapes,professionaljournals,
andlessonplanswillbeusedtoenablethe EDU 5442 Applied Methods of Teaching
teachertoeffectivelyteachandassessthecon- Bible ................................................(3)
tent.Apracticumisrequired. Spring Semester
Prerequisite:EDU2311.Specialfeerequired. Practicalexperienceinanddemonstrationofprin-
ciplesandmethodsstudiedinBIB3820andEDU
EDU 4910 Directed Teaching in Bible ..............(9)
5451.Studentsprepareanassignedunitfor
Spring Semester
DirectedTeachinginBible.Prerequisite:Approval
Applicationofprinciplesandmethodsofteaching
ofapplicationforEDU4910.ApprovalofProgram
inanextendedclassroomexperienceofobserva-
Director.
tionandteachingunderthesupervisionofan
experiencedteacher.Regularpersonalconfer- EDU 5451 Methods of Teaching Bible ............(3)
enceswithcooperatingteacherandcollege Fall Semester
supervisorrequired.(DirectedTeachingfeeis Astudyofthemethodsofclassroominstruction
charged.)Prerequisites:EDU4480andapproval withspecificapplicationtousingtheBibleas
ofapplicantforDirectedBibleTeaching. thetext.Thecourseinvolvesthepreparationof
materialforteaching,includingformulationof
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objectives,andpreparingunitsanddailylesson readavarietyofworksandstudycreativeand
plans.Prerequisite:BIB3820.Approvalof effectiveuseofthewrittenwordwhiledrafting
ProgramDirector. andrevisingtheirowncreativeworksthroughthe
processofpeerreview.Publicationofaworkcre-
ENGLISH atedforthecourseintheschool’sstudentmaga-
zineisexpectedinorderforcredittobeawarded.
ENG 1000 Basic Writing Skills ..........................(1)
Prerequisite:ENG1110orapprovalofinstructor.
Fall Semester
Acourseinbasicwritingskillsandconceptsof ENG 2240 Grammar for Language
grammarcloselylinkedtoENG1110,meeting Students ..........................................(3)
twiceaweek.Particularemphasisisplacedon TBA
paragraphorganization,sentencestructure,and Anintroductiontotheelementsandfunctionsof
grammarusage.Studentsfoundtobedeficientin grammar.Thiscourseisespeciallyusefultothose
Englishwritingskillsarerequiredtotakethis planningtostudyGreek,Hebrew,orlinguistics,
courseasaconcurrentrequirementtoENG1110. butalsousefultothoseconcernedwithgrammat-
(Forelectivecreditonly.Thiscoursecannotbe icalanalysisinhermeneutics.
usedforfulfillmentofamajororforGeneral
ENG 3300 American Literature ........................(3)
Educationrequirements.)
Fall Semester, Even Years
ENG 1110 Composition and Research ............(3) Acourseintheliterarycontributionsofsignificant
Fall & Spring Semesters Americanauthorsthroughoutthehistoryofthe
StudentsinENG1110practiceacademicwriting UnitedStatesofAmerica.Studentsreadavariety
anddeveloptheircapacitytounderstandand ofliterature–shortfiction,poetry,drama,biogra-
communicatethewrittenword,particularly phyandjournalism–withparticularattention
throughtheuseofmoderninformationresources. giventotheexpressionanddevelopmentofsig-
Beginningwithaperiodofevaluationanddevel- nificantAmericanvaluesfoundwithintheworks
opmentoftheirskillsinwritingandessential studied.Prerequisite:ENG1111orapprovalof
college-levelinformationliteracy,studentsthen instructor.
spendthemajorityofthecoursedraftingand
ENG 3410 Shakespeare ....................................(3)
revisingfourclear,precise,essaysinvolvingthe
Fall Semester, Even Years
effectiveuseofacademicinformationresources,
Acourseintheworksofthemostinfluential
whileworkingthroughtheprocessofcompleting
authoroftheEnglishlanguage.Studentsreada
afullresearchproject(7-12pagesinlength)ona
broadselectionofShakespeare’swritings,includ-
currentsocialissue.
ingexamplesofhishistoric,tragicandcomic
ENG 1111 Literature and Research ..................(3) plays,aswellashispoetry.Particularattentionis
Fall & Spring Semesters giventothemeswithinShakespeare’sworks
English1111isthesecondoftwocourses whichcomplementabiblicalworldview.
designedtodevelopstudents’writingandprepare Prerequisites:ENG1111,orapprovalofinstructor.
themforassignmentstobeencounteredduring
ENG 3510 Western Literature Survey 1 ............(3)
theireducationalcareer–bothinthewritingof
Fall Semester, Odd Years
researchandinthereadingofliterature–but
Astudyofgreatworksrepresentingthehistoryof
moreimportantly,givingthem,ascollegestu-
worldliteraturefromtheClassicalperiodtothe
dents,afirmfoundationforfullparticipationinthe
Renaissance.Prerequisite:ENG1111orapproval
worldofideas. Duringthesemesterstudentswill
ofinstructor.
readandanalyzeshorterfiction,poetryand
drama,writinganalysisexercisesandconducting ENG 3511 Western Literature Survey 2 ............(3)
researchonworksofliterature. Spring Semester, Even Years
Astudyofgreatworksrepresentingthehistoryof
ENG 2130 Creative Writing ..............................(3)
worldliteraturefromtheEnlightenmenttothe20th
Fall Semester, Odd Years
century.Prerequisite:ENG1111orapprovalof
Astudyandpracticeofcreativewritinginshorter
instructor.
fiction,poetry,andthepersonalessay.Students
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enG 3520 five Great novels ............................(3) be awarded. Prerequisite: EnG 1111 or approval of
spring semester, odd Years instructor.
A course devoted to the study of significant works
of longer fiction. Students will read five selected fAmiLY And ChUrCh edUCAtion
novels for the purpose of identifying the significant fCe 2260 Biblical foundations for Personal
literary elements each contains and the contribu- and ministry development ..............(3)
tion each provided to the historical discourse of spring semester
ideas found in great works of literature. Completion An introductory course to the realm of vocational
of a research project required for credit to be ministry that wrestles with the following questions:
awarded. Prerequisite: EnG 1111 or approval of What perspectives does the Bible give to the issue
instructor. of formulating a “life purpose statement?” Why is
enG 3540 Classics of Christian Literature ......(3) grounding our personal identity in biblical truth a
fall semester, odd Years prerequisite for ministry effectiveness? What biblical
A survey of significant works from the wide range truths comprise our so-called “position in Christ?”
and variety of literature of the Christian Faith (not What basic priorities should serve as a guiding
including Scripture), primarily from the English tra- mechanism for management of our time and
dition, but including translated works of signifi- schedule? Why did God establish the local church -
cance throughout the ages. Particular attention is and how should His purposes affect programming
given to the heritage of faith modern believers may and personnel? What are the characteristics of a
draw upon for challenges facing the Church in this healthy church? What are some principles that
present age. Completion of a research project should guide leaders’ approach to ministry?
required for credit to be awarded. Prerequisite: fCe 3510 ministry to Children ........................(3)
EnG 1111 or approval of instructor. fall semester, even Years
enG 3950 faculty directed study in A study of age-level traits and developmental tasks
english ..........................................(1-6) of children, along with their practical implications
Upon request for teaching and administering a children’s ministry
An independent study available to juniors and sen- department in a church or a children’s focus in a
iors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult parachurch organization. Students will observe
with academic advisor. and practice teaching methods suitable for
preschoolers and elementary-age children.
enG 4400 Practical skill development in
Students also evaluate children’s curricula and dis-
Applied english ................................(1)
cover strategies to minister to parents and teach-
Ministry skills experience within the discipline pro-
ers of children.
viding opportunity for the upperclass student to
gain competency and confidence within related fCe 3710 ministry to Adults ............................(3)
vocations. Experiential learning requirements are fall semester, odd Years
defined by the student’s program and assessed by A course that helps students gain an understand-
the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock hours ing of adult life cycles, learn how to enhance adult
of direct experience is required for a unit of credit. Sunday schools and probe ways to minister to the
Requires advisor approval. Repeatable. unique needs of segments of adults within the
church (senior citizens, singles, divorcees, family
enG 4530 Literature and intercultural
units, etc.). How to implement small groups as a
studies ..............................................(3)
discipleship strategy will also be covered.
spring semester, odd Years
A study and practice of employing literature as a fCe 3950 faculty directed study in family,
tool for effective cross-cultural communication. Local Church, or Parachurch
Students read translated works from other cultures ministry ..........................................(1-6)
and gain ability in discerning the worldview and Upon request
values of the culture to which the works belong. An independent study available to juniors and sen-
Completion of an analysis paper of a significant iors by special arrangement with instructor.
work from another culture is required for credit to Consult with academic advisor.
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gins in the 19th century, relationships with the spring semester, even Years
White church, the church’s struggle for identity, This course will examine the struggle in which
and a characterization of the church in the con- western civilization has been engaged through the
temporary period. centuries, beginning in ancient Greece and its
new excursion from the realm of animistic mythol-
his 3950 faculty directed study in
ogy into the realm of science and philosophy, pro-
history ..........................................(1-6)
ceeding through the attempts of Christian, Arabic,
Upon request
and Jewish philosophers in the Middle Ages to
An independent study available to juniors and
understand the connection between divine inspi-
seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
ration and human learning, exploring the failure of
Consult with academic advisor.
the Enlightenment thinkers to eliminate metaphys-
ical considerations, and finally surveying some of
hUmAnities
the current effects of that failure on both contem-
hUm 3221 Arts and ideas ................................(3) porary culture and contemporary evangelicalism.
fall semester, even Years
hUm 4400 Practical skill development in
A course in which students a) develop a basic
humanities ......................................(1)
appreciation for the various visual and temporal
Ministry skills experience within the discipline pro-
arts — painting, sculpture, music, literature,
viding opportunity for the upperclass student to
drama — and b) grow to understand the broad
gain competency and confidence within related
historical progression of the arts from the late
vocations. Experiential learning requirements are
Middle Ages to the 20th century. Major emphasis
defined by the student’s program and assessed
will be placed on how philosophical ideas and
by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock
worldviews are communicated through the arts.
hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
hUm 3888 Western man study tour ................(3) credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
As scheduled; repeatable
hUm 4810 humanities seminar ........................(3)
A tour that focuses on the cultural and religious
spring semester
history of the areas being visited. Lectures cover
An advanced seminar designed to integrate the
each area’s philosophy, theology, missions, litera-
various types of information previously gathered
ture, and art. Each student will receive reading
in the study of subjects in the humanities field,
assignments to be completed prior to the tour. such as history, literature, philosophy, anthropolo-
Attendance at lectures pertaining to the area gy, etc. The format of the course is informal, with
being visited is required, and assigned individual student participation considered primary.
journal/papers must be completed. Further
requirements will be included in the syllabus. internAtionAL CommUnitY
Instructors are CIU faculty members, and the pro- deVeLoPment
gram and tour itinerary are entirely planned and
supervised by CIU faculty members. The student iCd 2310 Appropriate technologies ................(3)
will spend at least as much time in preparation, This is a practical course that introduces basic
required lecture periods, and prescribed activities engineering techniques focusing on the conserva-
as is normally required for resident courses. tion and development of resources to address
human needs such as clean water, sanitation,
hUm 3950 faculty directed study in energy, shelter, and appropriate technology to
humanities ..................................(1-6) improve the quality of life in under-developed
Upon request communities. Module and field work are required.
An independent study available to juniors and Offered through the HEART Institute.
seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
Consult with academic advisor. iCd 2320 small Animal husbandry..................(3)
This is an applied study in the theory and practice
hUm 4310 faith and reason in Western of raising small animals for consumption and mar-
Culture ..............................................(3) keting in the under-developed world. Coursework
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world’s non-Christian population, with a view iCs 4320 Contextualization of theology ........(3)
toward discipling them to Christ. tBA
A study of how to understand and apply the Bible
iCs 3630 spiritual development
faithfully and effectively in a cross-cultural setting.
of Cross-Cultural Workers................(2)
Attention is given to the Bible’s teaching about
A practical experience in spiritual formation
culture and hermeneutics, especially language,
designed for students preparing for cross-cultural
revelation, truth, scriptural authority, application
service. A variety of Christian spiritual disciplines
and contextualizing. Each student develops a bib-
are introduced and integrated into personal and
lically-controlled strategy of contextualization.
community life. Students also develop a hands-on
Prerequisite: BIB 3420 and ICS 3140 Cultural
semester project that complements future voca-
Anthropology.
tional goals under the direction of a mentor. Other
aspects of this course include the practical appli- iCs 4350 sin, shame and Guilt in Cultural
cation of leadership and organizational skills. Context ............................................(3)
Offered through the HEART Institute. tBA
A course designed to teach, through select ethno-
iCs 3710 Women and missions ......................(3)
graphic readings, how to discover native moral
tBA
This course will study the involvement of women categories, moral values, and symbols of human
in the task of the Great Commission by looking at evil. The goal is a cultural understanding that
the legacy women have left in missions history makes communication of the gospel intelligible,
and by examining the contributions made by subjectively relevant and meaningful to people of
present day missionaries. In addition, this course other cultures. Discussion of ethnographic meth-
will briefly examine the role of women in ministry, ods by which, in another culture, the place of
and in particular, women in missions, and will such sins as envy, lust, covetousness, and pride
explore the current issues, needs and opportuni- may be analyzed. The related experiences of
ties that affect women in missions today. shame and guilt are explored and analyzed.
Prerequisite: ICS 1210.
iCs 3810 developing the Church ....................(3)
spring semester iCs 4400 field experience in intercultural
A consideration of basic principles of church studies ............................................(1)
planting and church development, including the Ministry skills experience within the discipline pro-
initial evangelistic penetration of a group, nurture viding opportunity for the upperclass student to
and discipleship and leadership training. gain competency and confidence within related
vocations. Experiential learning requirements are
iCs 3850 summative interview........................(0) defined by the student’s program and assessed
Students who complete the International by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock
Community Development minor must complete a hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
debriefing interview with Intercultural Studies fac- credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
ulty at which time they reflect upon their experi-
ences at the HEART Institute and interact with iCs 4510 Anthropology for missionaries ........(3)
faculty about how the community development tBA
training can be positively used after graduation. A course to develop anthropological thinking
This interview is graded pass/fail. through a review of basic anthropological con-
cepts, problem-solving of case studies, and read-
iCs 3950 faculty directed study
ing and discussion of recent studies in applied
in intercultural studies ..................(1-6)
anthropology. Prerequisite: ICS 3140.
Upon request
An independent study available to juniors and iCs 4520 traditional religion ..........................(3)
seniors by special arrangement with instructor. tBA
Consult with academic advisor. A study of anthropological approaches to “low”
religion; that is, religion as it is practiced day by
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day among preliterate non-Western societies and istry under an approved program and a CIU facul-
also by masses of those who count themselves to ty mentor. (Approval and registration are required
be adherents of one of the great world religions. in advance of the internship experience.)
Application of anthropological concepts to Prerequisite: ICS 3140.
Christian cross-cultural communication and to
church planting and church growth in such soci- LinGUistiCs
eties is examined.
LnG 3950 faculty directed study in
iCs 4620 introduction to islam ........................(3) Linguistics ....................................(1-6)
tBA Upon request
An overview of the life of the prophet Muhammad, An independent study available to juniors and
and the teachings and practices of the Muslim seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
faith with an emphasis on comparison with Consult with academic advisor.
Christianity.
LnG 4440 introduction to Linguistics
iCs 4623 Approaches to islam ......................(3) and Bible translation ......................(3)
tBA tBA
A course on the different approaches of Christian A first course in linguistics, introducing principles
witness to Muslims and on various methods of involved in the study and analysis of the phonet-
presenting the gospel relevantly in Muslim con- ics, phonology, morphology, syntax and seman-
texts. tics of any language, with practical application
iCs 4720 seminar in missionary realities........(3) relating to data from different languages. There is
spring semester special emphasis on criteria and procedures
An extended discussion that realistically investi- involved in the cross-language and cross-cultural
gates various aspects of the life and service of a translation of the Bible.
Christian cross-cultural communicator. Emphasis LnG 4471 Basic tefL techniques ..................(3)
is placed on the dynamics of relation building as fall semester
one interacts with missionary organizations, fellow The first in a series of self-contained, teacher-
expatriates, national and international co-workers,
training courses that develop practical skills in
the national church, and national people.
teaching English as a foreign language. The
Prerequisites: A minimum of 12 semester hours of
course concentrates on the following: teaching
ICS course work completed. Juniors and Seniors
vocabulary and expressions with the help of
only.
teaching aids and reading texts; learning, present-
iCs 4830 Church Leadership training ing and practicing English structure; asking ques-
in other Cultures ..............................(3) tions; and tent-making ministries.
tBA
LnG 4472 Practical tefL skills ........................(3)
A study of biblical and contemporary perspectives
spring semester
on the church, church leadership, and methods of
training. The course evaluates contemporary the- The second in a series of self-contained, teacher-
ological education worldwide with special refer- training courses that develop skills in teaching
ence to methods in curriculum employed in English as a foreign language. The course con-
residence and extension schools. centrates on the following: designing teaching
aids; planning lessons; facilitating pair-work and
iCs 4930 internship in inter-Cultural group-work; and learning and teaching basic
ministry ........................................(1-6) English pronunciation.
Upon request
An internship required of Intercultural Studies LnG 4473 Communicative tefL skills ............(3)
majors, usually following the junior year (90 hours fall semester
of course work). The internship integrates guided The third in a series of self-contained, teacher-
study and field experience in cross-cultural min- training courses that develop practical skills in
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teaching English as a foreign language. The taught effectively to children. Attention will be
course focuses on the following: developing basic focused on numeration systems, sets and opera-
to more advanced skills in speaking, listening, and tions, number theory, problem solving, geometry,
reading; motivating students; using questions to measurement, statistics, managing data and
elicit language; facilitating role plays; and tutoring. algebra.
LnG 4474 Advanced tefL techniques ..........(3) mAt 3410 research statistics ..........................(3)
spring semester fall semester
The fourth in a series of teacher-training courses A course designed to introduce students to
that develop practical skills in teaching English as descriptive and inferential statistics. This knowl-
a foreign language. The course concentrates on edge should then assist them in completing
the following: developing basic to advanced writ- research projects in their chosen fields of study. A
ing skills; correcting errors; testing student number of well-known statistical tests and
progress; planning instructional units; and evaluat- research strategies will be taught, demonstrated,
ing teaching. Prerequisites: senior standing and a and then required from the students. After being
taught about population parameters and the
minimum of 3 hours in ICS (TEFL) completed.
proper uses of designated statistical tests, the
LnG 4475 introduction to Language students will be taught how to use computer
Learning ..........................................(3) applications to free themselves of the notation
spring semester requirements and mechanics of the statistical
A course designed to equip students for success tests, so the research process can become less
in the independent learning of a language and tedious and more conceptual in nature.
culture. Students will go through a language
mAt 3950 faculty directed study in
learning cycle, including: planning; meeting with a
mathematics ....................................................(1-6)
language resource person; making and listening Upon request
to tapes of the language; and keeping a journal to An independent study available to juniors and
document the language learning experience and seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
to record observations on language, culture and Consult with academic advisor.
social interaction.
res 3411 research methods and designs ....(3)
mAthemAtiCs And reseArCh spring semester
An introduction to the principles, methods and
mAt 2310 mathematics Concepts and ............(3)
procedures used in evaluating research designs in
Quantitative reasoning psychology. There will be an emphasis upon
fall semester experimental methodology, as well as other major
A course to educate consumers of information. techniques of research. Each student prepares an
The course includes three main units: measure- empirical study, written in APA format.
ment and trigonometry, introductory probability Prerequisite: PSY 2110, MAT 3410.
and statistics and personal finance. The class is
application-driven, and tools appropriate for the ministrY sKiLLs deVeLoPment
solution of the application problems (calculators,
computers, measuring tools, etc.) are introduced. msd 1120 evangelism and discipleship ..........(3)
The course emphasizes understanding basic con- spring semester
An introductory course in the biblical theology of
cepts; using mathematical properties, processes,
sharing the good news of Jesus, principles and
and symbols; interpreting results; and communi-
practices of relationship building in various cultur-
cating solutions in writing.
al settings, personal and corporate evangelism
mAt 3100 math for teachers ............................(3) techniques, and basic topics for initial follow-up
fall semester with new believers. Students will develop good
This course is designed to familiarize prospective news strategies appropriate for interacting with
teachers with those concepts of mathematics children, youth, and adults from various cultural
which must be understood if the subject is to be backgrounds.
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msd 2230 Communicating God’s Word............(3) mUs 3300- music theory 3 and 4
fall semester mUs 3302 ................................(3 each semester)
This class offers foundational principles and skills fall, spring semesters
training that will enable Bible majors to communi- A continuation of the study of music theory,
cate God’s Word in a variety of settings. Students including advanced sight singing and ear training,
discuss strategies for creating a hospitable learn- dictation and transcription, keyboard harmony,
ing environment, practice inductive Bible study writing in 3 and 4 parts, and introduction to con-
methods that enhance preparation, discover how temporary chord symbol notation. Prerequisites:
to formulate Bible study objectives and how to MUS 2300, MUS 2310.
organize their material in a clear, easy-to-follow mUs 3422 Arranging skills for the Church
format for presentation. They practice writing musician............................................(3)
sound Bible discussion questions, identify various fall semester, odd Years
learning styles, explore ways to enhance learner An introduction to arranging for vocal and instru-
application, and receive encouraging perspectives mental groups in the local church, with an empha-
from Scripture on the ministry of teaching. sis on contemporary “praise and worship” styles.
Students are required to take a separate module Students learn about writing for the rhythm sec-
geared to a specific age level or target group, tion, 2- to 4-part vocal writing and basic orches-
where they will apply this course through an off- tration techniques. Prerequisites: MUS 3300,
campus teaching opportunity. Students will receive MUS 3302 or permission of instructor.
training in age-level characteristics and appropri-
ate methods of communication, as well as sup- mUs 3700 music in Cross-Cultural settings......(3)
portive coaching for their hands-on experience. spring semester
A study of the music of various cultures from
mUsiC around the world. Students will investigate current
efforts and apply biblical guidelines to the devel-
mUs 1000 Convocation ........................(0 Credit) opment of ethnic hymnody.
fall and spring semesters
A requirement for all students with a major in mUs 3950 faculty directed study in
music and music minors enrolled in other music music ............................................(1-6)
courses. Convocation involves weekly recitals, Upon request
lectures, and presentations by the Music depart- An independent study available to juniors and
ment faculty, students, and guest musicians. seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
The student, in consultation with the instructor,
mUs 2300- music theory 1 and 2 explores topics in depth through individual inves-
mUs 2310 ................................(3 each semester) tigative techniques and periodic discussion with
fall and spring semesters the instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
A review of the fundamentals of music (rhythm,
scales, key signatures, reading and writing), fol- mUs 4200 history of Western music ................(3)
lowed by a detailed study of harmony, intervals, fall semester, even Years
keyboard harmony and melodic and choral analy- An overview of Western “classical” music from the
sis. Students apply their knowledge in composi- Middle Ages to the present, with an emphasis on
the developments of each historical period.
tion of traditional and contemporary music.
mUs 4202 history of music
mUs 3100 music in the Church setting ............(3)
in the Christian Church ....................(3)
tBA
spring semester, odd Years
A study of the function of music in the church,
A course that focuses exclusively on music for the
including services of worship, edification and
Christian church, from the Middle Ages through
evangelism. The course encourages the apprecia-
the end of the 20th century, examining trends and
tion of various styles of music, including contem-
issues in each period. Students will be challenged
porary and traditional literature. An introduction to
to develop their own philosophy of church music
song-leading skills and worship team leadership
in light of the Scriptures.
is included.
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mUs 4400 field experience in music..................(1) ing, and contemporary worship styles. Segments
Ministry skills experience within the discipline pro- may be taught by a variety of specialists.
viding opportunity for the upperclass student to
mUs 4898 recital ..............................................(0)
gain competency and confidence within related
fall and spring semesters
vocations. Experiential learning requirements are
A requirement for music majors that involves a
defined by the student’s program and assessed
45-60 minute, public recital in their primary per-
by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock
formance area (vocal, piano, guitar), consisting of
hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
music selected from their private studies.
credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
mUs 4899 Piano Proficiency exam ..................(0)
mUs 4406 Conducting ......................................(3)
fall and spring semesters
fall semester, odd Years
A requirement for music majors that involves a
A study of the manual techniques of conducting
demonstration of competency in all the keyboard
and song leading, including beat patterns, cues,
skills described in the Piano Proficiency hand-
attacks, releases, dynamics and expressive styles
book.
with emphasis on choral conducting, tone pro-
duction and choral rehearsal techniques. mUs 4930 internship in music ......................(1-6)
Particular attention is given to the leadership Upon request
needs of the local church, including leading large An independent study available to juniors and
and small vocal and instrumental ensembles and seniors by special arrangement with instructor
praise team interaction. and the director of Ministry skills. Skills are
applied in an on-site experience in a church,
mUs 4412 midi technology for the Church recording studio, camp or other location appropri-
musician ..........................................(3) ate to the student’s area of interest and special-
spring semester ization. Consult with academic advisor.
An introduction to MIDI technology, specifically as
it relates to the needs of the local church musi- APPLied mUsiC
cian. Starting with the basics of synthesizer pro-
gramming, the class will proceed to the use of Note: Any ensemble or private study in which the
software sequencing and notation programs, and student participates for a full year fulfills the gen-
MIDI applications for worship settings. eral education fine arts distribution requirement.
Some ensemble participation may also count for
mUs 4660 Keyboard improvisation ..................(3) Ministry skills credit.
spring semester, even Years Class Lessons:
A course designed to develop improvisational mUs 1652 Class Guitar: Beginning ..................(1)
skills at the keyboard for the church musician.
Playing from chord symbols, developing modula- fall semester
tions and transitions, and creating cohesive wor- mUs 1653 Class Guitar: intermediate ..............(1)
ship packages will be taught. Skills for playing spring semester
with a rhythm section will be developed with the mUs 1672 Class Piano: Beginning ..................(1)
use of MIDI technology. Prerequisites: MUS 2300,
fall and spring semesters
MUS 2310 and two years of college-level piano
Private Lessons:
study or permission of instructor.
mUs 2501 Private studies in Voice –
mUs 4810 Contemporary Christian Beginner (30 minutes) ......................(1)
Worship ............................................(3) fall and spring semesters
fall semester, even Years mUs 2511 Private studies in Voice –
An introduction to the many facets of music min- Beginner (60 minutes) ......................(2)
istry in today’s church, including service planning, fall and spring semesters
worship philosophy, sound reinforcement and mUs 2651 Private studies in Guitar –
recording, musical/drama production, team build- Beginner (30 minutes) ......................(1)
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The preparation and performance of contempo- ing professional care and counsel to members of
rary gospel choral music. Open by audition to all the congregation, recognizing the pastor’s own
students, staff, and faculty. Several performances gifts and limitations while “doing no harm.”
on and off campus will be the focus of rehearsals. Identification of basic biblical, theological and
psychological principles, along with appropriate
PAstorAL ministrY technique will be discussed. Basic topics in pas-
toral counseling and crisis intervention are the foci
PAs 3410 sermon Preparation and
delivery ............................................(3) along with referral skills to counseling profession-
fall semester als. Prerequisites: PSY 2110 General Psychology.
A study of the theology of preaching as well as PAs 4130 Church Planting ................................(3)
the mechanics of sermon preparation to enable A course designed to assist the pastoral ministry
the student to communicate God’s Word effec- student in the theology, philosophy, and practical
tively and correctly in this present time. Each stu- skills necessary to start a local church. Students
dent will preach at least once in the course. will explore biblical, theological, sociological, cul-
Prerequisite: COM 2110. tural, and human factors related to the process of
PAs 3420 Advanced Preaching ......................(3) initiating, resourcing, cultivating and organizing a
spring semester new church. Students will evaluate multiple
Advanced instruction concerning the preparation church planting conceptual models. (Offered
of expository sermons, along with the experience Every Other Year)
of analyzing the sermons of some of the great PAs 4250 Leadership training for spiritual
preachers of church history. The course involves Growth ............................................(3)
student preaching and in-class analysis of ser- tBA
mons. Prerequisites: PAS 3410. A course designed to develop leadership skills in
PAs 3950 faculty directed study the student with a vision for disciple making. The
in Pastoral ministry ......................(1-6) course will emphasize practical skills to assist the
Upon request student in discipling others.
An independent study available to juniors and PAs 4400 field experience in Pastoral
seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
studies ..............................................(1)
Consult with academic advisor.
Ministry skills experience within the discipline pro-
PAs 4120 Pastoral Leadership ........................(3) viding opportunity for the upperclass student to
This course addresses various aspects of leader- gain competency and confidence within related
ship for the church as described and prescribed vocations. Experiential learning requirements are
in Scripture, including the four-fold functions of defined by the student’s program and assessed
the church: worship, instruction, service, and by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock
evangelism. In addition, subjects such as person- hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
al character, spiritual health and lifelong transfor- credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
mation; divine calling; personal, family, and
PAs 4621 strategies for southern Baptist
ministry prioritization; and leadership issues
ministries ..........................................(2)
(vision casting and implementing, church adminis-
tBA
tration, congregational outreach and assimilation,
A practical hands-on course that will feature field
church finance and understanding various church
and denominational structures) are included. trips to local churches as well as Southern Baptist
Administering church ordinances, weddings, Association and state convention offices. The aim
funerals, and other tasks will also be addressed. will be to acquaint students with Southern Baptist
life and practice to enable them to better function
PAs 4121 Pastoral Care ..................................(3) within a Southern Baptist ministry context. Class
This course provides instruction and competen- size limited to 40 students.
cies regarding a pastor’s responsibility in provid-
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PAs 4930 internship in Pastoral ministry ......(3-6) Phi 3320 medieval Philosophy ......................(3)
Upon request fall semester
A full-time or part-time assignment as a pastoral A history of philosophy course designed to
or church staff intern in a local church. A field explore the central ideas of medieval philosophy
supervisor will mentor and evaluate the student’s by reading the central works of the medieval
progress under the direction of the CIU director of philosophers, which are characterized by the syn-
internships. Students will receive hands-on expe- thesis of classical Greek thought with Christian
rience as a way of discovering or honing their theology.
ministry skills and encountering the reality of min-
Phi 3330 modern Philosophy ........................(3)
istry. Students may opt for one summer of full-
spring semester
time service or part-time service spread over one
A history of philosophy course designed to
school year (two semesters). Prerequisites:
explore the central ideas of modern philosophy by
Completion of at least 90 hours and completion of
reading the central works of the modern philoso-
a minimum of nine semester hours of course work
in Pastoral Ministry. phers that provide the basis for our present post-
modern context. Prerequisite: PHI 3310 OR PHI
PhYsiCAL edUCAtion/sPorts 3320.
Phe 1100 fitness for Living ..............................(1) Phi 3950 faculty directed study in
In this course, the student develops an individual- Philosophy ....................................(1-6)
ized training contract designed to improve cardio- Upon request
vascular fitness of the student with accountability An independent study available to juniors and
throughout the semester using fitness activities seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
and equipment to establish a lifestyle of health Consult with academic advisor.
and fitness. This course is repeatable for elective Phi 4810 Philosophy seminar ........................(3)
credit; but a maximum of three credits can be An advanced seminar to explore a specific area of
used toward elective graduation requirements. philosophy in greater depth. The areas generally
chosen as topics for seminars will be Philosophy
PhiLosoPhY
of Religion, Augustine, Political Philosophy,
Phi 2110 introduction to Philosophy ..............(3) Aesthetics, or Ethical Theory. The format of the
In this course, students will explore some of the course is nonlecture, with individual student read-
fundamental issues that must be addressed by ing, writing and class participation considered pri-
anyone attempting to formulate a comprehensive mary.
understanding of things (worldview), as well as
exploring primary texts in order to observe some PsYChoLoGY
of the very best thinking regarding these funda-
PsY 2110 General Psychology ....................(3)
mental issues.
spring semester
Phi 3120 Logic ................................................(3) A survey of scientific psychology including histori-
fall semester, odd Years cal roots, human development, physiological
A study of the science of thinking and reasoning, basis of behavior, learning, motivation, perception,
inductive and deductive logic. The principles are emotions, personality, socialization and pathology.
applied to life situations. Biblical principles will be integrated with psycho-
logical data, and practical application will be
Phi 3310 Classical Philosophy ......................(3)
made within both Christian and non-Christian
fall semester
environments.
A history of philosophy course designed to
explore the central ideas of classical philosophy PsY 3310 Abnormal Psychology ................(3)
by reading central works of the Greek philoso- fall semester
phers that are foundational to the development of A study of the causes, symptoms, and progno-
Western thought, politics, ethics, and religion. sis of the major clinical categories of emotional
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disorders. Emphasis will be placed upon assess- The second of two sequential courses that is
ment, treatment and prevention. In addition, the designed to introduce students to the common
influence of religion and the local church upon models and applications used in counseling psy-
mental health and functioning will be studied. chology. The models and the theoretical assump-
Prerequisites: PSY 2110. tions underlying the models, will be examined in
some depth. The results of controlled outcome
PsY 3330 Psychology of Learning ..................(3) research will be presented. Some psychometric
spring semester tests and in-class practice of the applications
An in-depth study of learning, motivation and (techniques) will be included, along with a discus-
change, and the implications this will have for sion of the ethical and legal issues that are part of
teaching and counseling methods. Particular every professional counseling relationship. This
emphasis will be placed upon historical and mod- rigorous two-course sequence combines both
ern cognitive research and testing. Application will cognitive and experiential learning methods.
be made within the academic, relational, emotion- Prerequisite: PSY 2110 and PSY 3440 or consent
al and spiritual arenas. Particular attention will be of instructor.
given to the development of biblical perspectives
of learning theory. PsY 3920 Psychology Practicum 1 ................(3)
Upon request
PsY 3370 human Growth and An intensive, on-site experiential learning opportu-
development ....................................(3) nity, involving approximately 100 hours of direct,
fall semester on-site service. Additional paperwork, feedback,
A survey course of lifespan, developmental psy- and measurements of outcomes are required.
chology covering the stages of physiological, psy- Usually this practicum is taken during a student’s
chological, sociological and spiritual growth of the junior year. For this practicum, students are typi-
individual from conception to adulthood. The pur- cally placed in a church-based setting, where their
pose is to analyze significant terms, theories, work is supervised and evaluated by both a
methods of study and the biblical nature of the licensed/ordained site supervisor and college fac-
developing person. Special attention will be given ulty. Prerequisites: Completion of at least 60 hours
to the cultural diversity of developing persons as it of college credit, with at least nine hours of psy-
relates especially to the learning environment. chology credit, or consent of the instructor.
Prerequisite: PSY 2110.
PsY 3950 faculty directed study in
PsY 3440 models and Applications Psychology....................................(1-6)
of Counseling Psychology 1 ............(3) Upon request
fall semester An independent study available to juniors and
The first of two sequential courses that are seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
designed to introduce students to the common Consult with academic advisor.
models and applications used in counseling psy-
chology. The models and the theoretical assump- PsY 4320 human intimacy and sexuality ......(3)
tions underlying the models, will be examined in spring semester
some depth. The results of controlled outcome A course designed to enhance the student’s
research will be presented. Some psychometric understanding of human intimacy and sexuality in
tests and in-class practice of the applications its physical, social, psychological and spiritual
(techniques) will be included, along with a discus- dimensions. The course seeks to answer the fol-
sion of the ethical and legal issues that are part of lowing question: How are people drawn into
every professional counseling relationship. This healthy, intimate, romantic and non-romantic rela-
rigorous two-course sequence combines both tionships? Prerequisites: PSY 2110, SOS 3740.
cognitive and experiential learning methods. PsY 4330 Group and institutional
Prerequisite: PSY 2110. dynamics ........................................(3)
PsY 3441 models and Applications spring semester
of Counseling Psychology 2 ..........(3) An in-depth study of how healthy and functional
spring semester groups and institutional environments can be
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formed, how people learn in a group, how to and racial biases that are inherent in the field of
anticipate and recognize the developmental mental health. The course is designed to increase
stages of a group, how to analyze behavior and the students’ knowledge base of the diverse and
relationships within the groups and institutions, rich culture in which they live and to enable stu-
how to measure growth within a group or institu- dents to develop greater flexibility in styles of
tional environment and how to facilitate a group. helping, relating and communicating in a multicul-
Students will develop skills and knowledge that tural society. Prerequisite: PSY 2110.
will enable them to evaluate and build groups or
PsY 4920 Psychology Practicum 2 ................(3)
institutional environments that will encourage spir-
Upon request
itual and emotional growth and maturation.
An intensive, on-site experiential learning opportu-
Prerequisite: PSY 2110.
nity, involving approximately 100 hours of direct
PsY 4340 Personality theories ........................(3) on-site service. Additional paperwork, feedback
spring semester and measurements of outcomes are required.
A survey of the leading personality theories Usually this practicum is taken during a student’s
including analytic, humanistic, behavioral, and senior year. For this practicum, students are typi-
cognitive schools. Emphasis will be placed on cally placed in a hospital or clinic-based setting,
how the personalities develop, how they are where their work is supervised and evaluated by
organized, and how they change. Personality the- both a licensed site supervisor and a college fac-
ories will be examined, focusing on how presup- ulty member. Prerequisites: Completion of at least
positions influence theory and approach to growth 60 hours of college credit, with at least 15 hours
and healing. Prerequisite: PSY 2110. of Psychology credit, or consent of the instructor.
PsY 4350 Physiological Psychology ................(3) *Note: A student may petition to have BOTH
fall semester practicums in either a church-based or hospital/
A course designed to introduce students to the clinic setting, depending on the student’s sense of
biological foundations of perception, thought, vocational calling.
feeling, and behavior. Sensation thresholds, opti-
cal perceptions and illusions, different brain struc- russian
tures and their functions, and the biological basis
RUS 2110 Intensive Russian 1 ........................(4)
of some forms of mental illness, are all studied in
Fall and Spring Semesters, Summer Studies
some depth. The student should gain a deeper
The first part of the complete basic level of
understanding and appreciation of the scientific
Russian, this course includes a two-hour block of
underpinnings of psychology through taking this
instruction and meets Mondays, Tuesdays,
course. Prerequisite: PSY 2110, RES 3411.
Thursdays and Fridays. Both hours are taught
PsY 4400 field experience in Psychology ........(1) consecutively and offer the student an introduc-
Ministry skills experience within the discipline pro- tion to vocabulary as well as the key grammatical
viding opportunity for the upperclass student to aspects of Russian with explanation in English.
gain competency and confidence within related Following each grammar/vocabulary explanation
vocations. Experiential learning requirements are the student is given the opportunity to practice
defined by the student’s program and assessed the concepts conversationally through teacher/
by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock student drills, translation exercises and other
hours of direct experience is required for a unit of exercises. Students are encouraged to ask ques-
credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable. tions and interact with the instructor. Students
who enroll in the entire Basic Course (full-time
PsY 4640 multicultural Counseling ..................(3)
Russian study) must enroll in this course.
fall semester
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in RUS 3116.
A course designed to introduce students to the
psychological and social characteristics of the rUs 2111 intensive russian 2 ........................(4)
various ethnic and cultural groups that reside in fall and spring semesters, summer studies
the United States that are defined as minorities. The second part of the complete basic level of
Students will be exposed to some of the cultural Russian, this course includes a two-hour block of
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instruction and meets Mondays, Tuesdays, pleted the prerequisites. Prerequisites: Satisfactory
Thursdays and Fridays. Both hours are taught completion of RUS 3115 and RUS 3116.
consecutively and offer the student an introduc-
tion to vocabulary as well as the key grammatical rUs 2211 Proficiency in russian 2 ..................(4)
aspects of Russian with explanation in English. fall and spring semesters, summer studies
Following each grammar/vocabulary explanation This course consists of a one-hour block of
the student is given the opportunity to practice instruction offered Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
the concepts conversationally through teacher/ and Fridays. Students are provided with a conver-
student drills, translation exercises and other sational environment in which they have an
exercises. Students are encouraged to ask ques- opportunity to practice vocabulary introduced in
tions and interact with the instructor. Students the course. They are also introduced to various
who enroll in the entire Basic Course (full-time intermediate-level conversational topics and sub-
Russian study) must enroll in this course. ject areas with which they will need to be familiar
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or comple- in order to operate in an all-Russian environment
tion of RUS 3115 or its equivalent. and to prepare them for future ministry. Course
placement may be determined by an entrance
rUs 2112 intensive russian 3 ........................(4)
exam for those students who may have the profi-
fall and spring semesters, summer studies
ciency for this course but have not completed the
The third part of the complete basic level of
prerequisite. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion
Russian, this course includes a two-hour block of
of RUS 3215 or the equivalent.
instruction and meets Mondays, Tuesdays,
Thursdays and Fridays. During the first hour the rUs 3950 faculty directed study ................(1-6)
student is provided with Conversational practice Upon request
of basic grammatical forms and vocabulary. The An independent study available to juniors and
second hour (Russian Level One Conversation) seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
provides the student with an opportunity to con- Consult with academic advisor.
verse on a variety of subjects, including sharing
rUs 3110 intermediate intensive
the Gospel in Russian. Course work includes writ-
russian 1 ..........................................(4)
ten assignments, in-class oral participation and
fall and spring semesters, summer studies
listening comprehension exercises. Students who
The first part of the complete intermediate level of
enroll in the entire Basic Course (full-time Russian
Russian, this course includes a two-hour block of
study) must enroll in this course. Prerequisites:
instruction and meets Mondays, Tuesdays,
Concurrent enrollment in or completion of RUS
Thursdays and Fridays. Both hours are taught
3115 and RUS 3116 or the equivalent.
consecutively and offer the student an introduc-
rUs 2210 Proficiency in russian i ..................(4) tion to intermediate vocabulary as well as key
fall and spring semesters, summer studies grammatical aspects of Russian with explanation
This course consists of a one-hour block of in both Russian and English. Following each
instruction offered Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays grammar/vocabulary explanation, the student is
and Fridays. Students are provided with a conver- given the opportunity to practice the concepts
sational environment in which they have an oppor- conversationally through teacher/student drills,
tunity to practice the vocabulary introduced in the translation exercises and other exercises. Proper
prerequisite for this course. They are also intro- pronunciation, word formation, and word roots are
duced to various conversational topics and sub- also emphasized. Students are encouraged to ask
ject areas with which they will need to be familiar questions and interact with the instructor.
in order to operate in an all-Russian environment Students who enroll in the entire Intermediate
and to prepare them for future ministry. Course Course (full-time Russian study) must enroll in this
placement may be determined by an entrance course. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of
exam for those students who have the grammati- RUS 3116 or the equivalent and concurrent enroll-
cal proficiency for this course but have not com- ment in RUS 3111.
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rUs 3111 intermediate intensive semesters, this course represents the grammati-
russian 2 ..........................................(4) cal portion of the first semester of the second
fall and spring semesters, summer studies year of instruction. The course includes a two-
The second part of the complete intermediate hour block of instruction and meets Mondays,
level of Russian, this course includes a two-hour Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Class time dur-
block of instruction offered on Mondays, ing both hours includes an explanation of upper
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Both hours are intermediate to advanced vocabulary, focusing on
taught consecutively and offer the student an word roots and morphology, as well as advanced
introduction to intermediate vocabulary as well as grammatical structures covering the more difficult
key grammatical aspects of Russian with explana- grammatical aspects of Russian. Students are
tion in both Russian and English. Following each given the opportunity to practice new vocabulary
grammar/vocabulary explanation the student is and grammatical principles in various instructor-
given the opportunity to practice the concepts directed exercises, drills and conversational activi-
conversationally through teacher-student drills, ties. Course work includes written assignments
translation exercises and other exercises. Proper and oral participation and requires an ability to be
pronunciation, word formation, and word roots are completely immersed in Russian. Students who
also emphasized. Students are encouraged to ask enroll in the entire Intermediate Course (full-time
questions and interact with the instructor. Russian study) must enroll in this course.
Students who enroll in the entire Intermediate Prerequisites: RUS 3112 and RUS 3210 or com-
Course (full-time Russian study) must enroll in this pletion of the equivalent.
course. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or
rUs 3210 Proficiency in russian 3 ..................(4)
completion of RUS 3110 or the equivalent.
fall and spring semesters, summer studies
rUs 3112 intermediate intensive This course consists of a one-hour block of
russian 3 ..........................................(4) instruction offered on Mondays, Tuesdays,
fall and spring semesters, summer studies Thursdays and Fridays. Students are provided
The third part of the complete intermediate level with a conversational environment in which they
of Russian, this course includes a two-hour block have an opportunity to practice vocabulary intro-
of instruction and meets Mondays, Tuesdays, duced in the course, which covers everyday life
Thursdays and Fridays. During the first hour stu- situations. They are given the opportunity to prac-
dents are provided with an opportunity to learn to tice discussing in detail various intermediate
discuss the Russian scriptures and to share the advanced level topics necessary to function well
Gospel in greater detail. The second hour in future life ministry situations in Russian-speak-
(Russian Level Two Conversation) provides the ing countries. Course placement may be deter-
student with an opportunity to converse in detail mined by an entrance exam for those students
on a variety of intermediate-level subjects. Course who may have the proficiency for this course but
work includes written assignments, in-class oral have not completed the prerequisite. Prerequisite:
participation and listening comprehension exercis- Satisfactory completion of RUS 2211 or the
es. Students who enroll in the entire Intermediate equivalent.
Course (full-time Russian study) must enroll in this
rUs 4300 russian Civilization i ........................(3)
course. Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in
fall semester
RUS 3110 and RUS 3111 or completion of the
This course consists of a three-hour block of
equivalent. instruction offered on Wednesdays from 8 to
rUs 3113 intermediate intensive 10:40 a.m. Students are provided with lectures on
russian 4 ..........................................(4) Russian history and important aspects of Russian
fall and spring semesters, summer studies culture and are given time for both small group
The second part of the complete upper intermedi- discussion and interaction with the instructor.
ate level of Russian offered during the Summer Some class time is also spent working on projects
Russian Institute, during the spring and fall related to the curriculum. This course emphasizes
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the major historical and cultural developments Russian Scriptures, their personal faith and cer-
which have the greatest bearing upon work or tain apologetics issues necessary for successful
ministry among Russian-speakers. Course work ministry in Russian-speaking countries. Course
includes a reading schedule, written assignments work includes various written assignments, in-
and projects, including a 10-page term paper, in- class oral participation and listening comprehen-
class participation in discussions and mid-term sion exercises. Course placement may be
and final examinations. determined by an entrance exam for those stu-
dents who may have the proficiency for this
rUs 4301 russian Civilization ii........................(3)
course but have not completed the prerequisite.
spring semester
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of RUS 4415
This course consists of a three-hour block of
or the equivalent.
instruction offered on Wednesdays from 8 to
10:40 a.m. Students are provided with lectures on
sCienCe
Russian history and important aspects of Russian
culture and are given time for both small group Bio 2113 Principles of Biology ........................(3)
discussion and interaction with the instructor. fall semester
Some class time is also spent working on projects A course covering the concepts of biology, with
related to the curriculum. This course emphasizes emphasis given to the structure, function and cel-
the major historical and cultural developments lular organization of living organisms. Following an
which have the greatest bearing upon work or introduction to the general nature of science, the
ministry among Russian-speakers. Course work scientific method, and the nature of biology, the
includes a reading schedule, written assignments remainder of the course covers cellular biology,
and projects including a 10-page term paper, in- botany, zoology and human biology.
class participation in discussions and mid-term
Bio 2101 Biology Lab ......................................(1)
and final examinations.
fall semester
rUs 4415 russian Bible 1 ................................(4) A separate, three-hour module session, which is
tBA scheduled each week for students taking BIO
This course consists of a one-hour block of 2113.
instruction offered on Mondays, Tuesdays,
sCi 2313 Principles of Physical science ........(3)
Thursdays and Fridays. Students are provided
spring semester
with a conversational environment in which they
A course that offers a general introduction to
have an opportunity to learn to discuss the
physics, chemistry, astronomy and geology.
Russian Scriptures, their personal faith and cer-
Topics are covered which will enable the student
tain apologetics issues necessary for successful
to achieve a general understanding of major fun-
ministry in Russian-speaking countries. Course
damentals of each component discipline.
work includes various written assignments, in-
class oral participation and listening comprehen- sCi 2301 Principles of Physical science
sion exercises. Course placement may be Lab ..................................................(1)
determined by an entrance exam for those stu- spring semester
dents who may have the proficiency for this A separate, three-hour lab session, which is
course but have not completed the prerequisites. scheduled each week for students taking SCI
Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of RUS 2313.
3115, RUS 3116 or the equivalent.
sCi 2320 introduction to environmental
rUs 4416 – russian Bible 2 ................................(4) science ............................................(3)
tBA Using “mountains to the sea” environments (or
This course consists of a one-hour block of habitats) in Belize as the context for learning, stu-
instruction offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, dents will investigate a designated ecological sys-
Thursdays and Fridays. Students are provided tem, discover introductory components of
with a conversational environment in which they environmental science and learn key principals of
have an opportunity to discuss in some detail the earth stewardship.
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sCi 3950 faculty directed study in soC 2110 introduction to sociology ................(3)
science ........................................(1-6) fall semester
Upon request General introduction to sociology as a body of
An independent study available to juniors and sen- knowledge dealing with group relationships as
iors by special arrangement with instructor. these affect both the individual and society.
Consult with academic advisor. Concepts dealt with include interaction, culture,
socialization, social institutions, deviancy and sec-
soCiAL stUdies ularization. The course offers opportunities to
develop an understanding of American society.
sos 3520 social studies in the Bible
Curriculum ......................................(3) soC 3510 Contemporary social issues........(3)
fall semester tBA
A study of the philosophical, historical and socio- A seminar course on social issues currently dis-
logical courses traditionally taught within the Bible cussed in news media and illuminated by a biblical
department of a secondary school. Students will perspective developed through mutual insights.
examine the content of three high school courses: soC 3740 marriage and family....................(3)
Worldviews, Church History and Family Life, and fall semester
create a paradigm for the development and pres- A study of the patterns of marriage and family life.
entation of social studies courses within the Bible Issues of courtship, choice of a mate, engagement,
curriculum. The course design will also emphasize the marital adjustment, parenting, divorce and the
teaching strategies and accurate instructional development of problem solving skills will be
assessment. Students will partner with public and addressed biblically and sociologically. This course
private school Bible teachers, for reference and will include personal application as well as training
resource, to develop a high school social studies that will enable the student to communicate effec-
course. tively to others about marriage/family issues.
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soC 4610 race in American society ..............(3) ally relevant, authentic materials. Prerequisite:
tBA SPA 2110, SPA 2120 or approval of instructor.
A historical and sociological study of race in the
sPA 3202 spanish 4 ........................................(3)
American context. The course will examine bibli-
spring semester
cal teaching on race, explore the realities and
This course is offered as an advanced intermedi-
effects of racial prejudice and discrimination, and
ate level course. It reviews and furthers grammati-
examine the current situation of African-
cal features in Spanish through oral and written
Americans in American society. The course will
communication within cultural backgrounds.
also explore biblical responses that Christians and
Readings of literary and/or culturally relevant,
Christian churches can make to the evils that
authentic materials are examined in depth.
accompany racism.
Prerequisite: SPA 2110, SPA 2120, SPA 3201 or
approval of instructor.
sPAnish
sPA 3950 faculty directed study in
sPA 2110 spanish 1 ........................................(3)
spanish ............................................(3)
fall semester
This will accommodate students who take profi-
Elementary Spanish 1 is a basic communicative
ciency exams for courses in Spanish.
Spanish course which integrates all four language
Prerequisite: SPA 2110, SPA 2120, SPA 3201,
skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) with
SPA 3202 or approval of instructor.
an emphasis on building key vocabulary, grammar
knowledge, Spanish language functions, pronun-
theoLoGY
ciation, and the development of overall commu-
nicative competence. the 2110 survey of Bible doctrine ................(3)
spring semester
sPA 2120 spanish 2 ........................................(3)
A survey of the great theological truths of the
spring semester
Scriptures, focusing on the basic doctrine neces-
Elementary Spanish 2 is a basic communicative
sary for a Christian worldview: revelation, authori-
Spanish course which integrates all four language
ty, Scripture, God, humanity, sin, Christ, salvation,
skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) with
Holy Spirit, church, future events.
an emphasis on building key vocabulary, grammar
knowledge, Spanish language functions and the the 3301 theology 1: God, Christ, spirit ......(3)
development of basic communicative compe- fall semester
tence. Prerequisite: SPA 2110 or approval of The first half of an examination of the theological
instructor. truths of the Bible, with an emphasis on the basic
doctrines necessary for a Christian worldview. The
sPA 2130 spanish Language intensive............(6)
doctrinal teaching of the Bible is supplemented
summer with insights from the theological reflections of the
An intensive language acquisition of first-year church throughout its history and from contempo-
Spanish reflecting the elements normally covered rary theological discussions. The topics covered
in Spanish 1 and Spanish 2. In addition to class- in this course include: the authority and inspiration
room instruction, students interact with native of Scripture, the attributes and work of God, the
speakers in an immersion process within an person and work of Christ and the person and
appropriate cultural setting. Prerequisite: SPA work of the Holy Spirit. The course seeks to help
2110, SPA 2120 or approval of instructor. students grow in their knowledge of God and
sPA 3201 spanish 3 ........................................(3) understand how that knowledge is based on
God’s revelation in His Word.
fall semester
This course is an intermediate level study of the 3302 theology 2: sin and salvation ........(3)
Spanish. It stresses further grammatical develop- spring semester
ment in Spanish beyond introductory courses The second half of an examination of the theologi-
through oral and written communication. It also cal truths of the Bible, with an emphasis on the
provides increased practice in readings of cultur- basic doctrines necessary for a Christian world-
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view. The doctrinal teaching of the Bible is sup- biblical orthodoxy and personal doctrinal convic-
plemented with insights from the theological tions through answering a comprehensive doctri-
reflections of the church throughout its history nal questionnaire.
and from contemporary theological discussions.
the 4140 ethics and sanctification ................(3)
The topics covered in this course include: the
fall semester
benefits of salvation, the role of the church and
A systematic study of God’s revelation of ideal
the doctrine of last things. The course seeks to
conduct in personal and social relationships, of
help students understand the greatness of their
God’s plan and provision for reaching that ideal,
salvation, as well as how that salvation places
and man’s responsibility in appropriating God’s
them into a community of believers and how it
provision. A practical study of contemporary ethi-
relates to God’s plan for the end of history.
cal problems and specifics of Christian living is
the 3710 new religious movements ............(3) included. Prerequisites: BIB 1110, BIB 1120.
and Christian Cults
tBA YoUth ministrY
A survey of the more important pseudo-Christian YoU 2110 foundations of Youth ministry ........(3)
cults — those groups claiming to be Christian but spring semester
deviating in one or more major doctrines from his- This course is an introduction to ministering to
toric orthodox biblical Christianity. The history, youth in today’s culture. Students will study the
beliefs, practices, refutation of cultic errors, and fundamentals of youth ministry in a variety of set-
methods of witnessing to the cultists will be pre- tings. An overview of adolescent development
sented. and a survey of careers in youth ministry will be
the 3720 Apologetics ......................................(3) included.
spring semester YoU 3110 issues in Contemporary Youth
Built on an understanding of basic philosophy and Culture ..............................................(3)
worldview models, this course explores various fall semester
Christian apologetic responses in relation to the An in-depth look inside the world of today’s youth
areas of history, science and philosophy. In addi- to examine the questions they are asking, dealing
tion, some study of the historicity of the with such subjects as parents, self-image, friend-
Scriptures with special emphasis on miracles, the ships, peer pressure, music, love, sex, dating,
new Testament, and the resurrection of Jesus is abuse, drugs and teen violence. Emphasis is
addressed. Prerequisite: PHI 2110 or permission placed on addressing these issues from a biblical
of the instructor. perspective, thus equipping students to speak,
the 3800 theology of Leadership ..................(3) teach, and counsel youth and families concerning
tBA the felt needs they are experiencing.
This is an analysis of the qualities and practices of YoU 3130 Communicating to Youth ................(3)
the effective leaders in Scripture. Models of appli- fall semester
cation will be devised based on principles of lead- A course designed to equip students with neces-
ership in Scripture and other related literature. sary skills for effective speaking to the youth cul-
the 3950 faculty directed study in ture. Using the “SCORRE” method, class
theology ......................................(1-6) participants will practice giving expositional talks
Upon request that relate to the developmental needs of junior
An independent study available to juniors and and senior high students and collegians.
seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
YoU 3410 evangelizing and discipling
Consult with academic advisor.
Youth ................................................(3)
the 4110 senior doctrine seminar ................(1) spring semester
tBA A course that equips students in the principles
A course in which students demonstrate and and practice of discipling a young person to know
refine their ability to articulate major principles of God and make Him known. It provides a specific
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look at adolescent Christian life as it pertains to a particular youth ministry to learn as much as
the facilitation of maturing leaders in youth organi- possible about that ministry, its purpose, setting,
zations. Students will review various models, scope, type, and training requirements of person-
strategies, and programs that target teens and nel, and the student’s interest, passion, and readi-
collegians in a ministry of disciple-making. ness for such ministry. The student may be
Concurrent registration with YOU 3411 is involved in observation, entry-level tasks or in
required. some skilled tasks, or a combination of these.
Registration for this course must be approved by
YoU 3411 evangelizing and discipling
Youth experience ............................(1) the Youth Ministry Coordinator for internships and
spring semester practicums. One semester hour of academic
This course is the experiential component to YOU credit will be given for 50 on-site hours of ministry
3410 Evangelizing and Discipling Youth. Students exposure, up to a maximum of six hours credit.
will disciple teenagers. Prerequisite: Completion of 30 semester hours in
the bachelor’s degree program.
YoU 3710 Counseling Youth And families........(3)
fall and spring semesters YoU 3950 faculty directed study
A course designed to prepare youth workers to in Youth ministry ..........................(1-6)
meet the counseling needs of adolescents, Upon request
specifically in the areas of parent-teen relation- An independent study available to juniors and
ships, anxiety, anger, suicide, substance abuse, seniors by special arrangement with instructor.
and other pertinent adolescent problems. The Consult with academic advisor.
course will give a framework for utilizing a family YoU 4310 strategy for Youth ministry ..............(3)
systems model, plus offer practical techniques spring semester
and principles of counseling. A study of various targets, tactics, and principles
YoU 3800 Cross-Cultural Youth ministry ..........(3) for effective youth ministry, including understand-
spring semester ing the dynamics of leadership development, rec-
A survey of youth ministry approaches in different ognizing stages of leadership, discovering one’s
cultures worldwide. Students will explore the style of leadership, and crafting a ministry mission
cross-cultural ministry principles most essential to statement. Each student will minister to youth and
youth ministry. They will also develop a culture- evaluate ministries throughout the semester.
specific youth ministry vision, strategy, and Concurrent registration with YOU 4411 required.
program. YoU 4411 strategy for Youth ministry
YoU 3888 mobilizing Youth for missions experience ........................................(1)
study tour ........................................(3) spring semester
summer studies This course is the experiential component to YOU
A course designed to capitalize on the growing 4310 Strategy for Youth Ministry. Students will
interest of youth in world evangelization. The minister to youth throughout the semester in the
course equips the class to mobilize youth groups context of a local youth ministry. Concurrent reg-
for missions. Primary focus is placed on the effec- istration with YOU 4310 is required.
tiveness of utilizing, designing, and implementing YoU 4400 field experience in Youth
a short-term mission trip. Home and overseas ministries ..........................................(1)
missions strategies will be examined for calling Ministry skills experience within the discipline pro-
young people to be change agents. This course is viding opportunity for the upperclass student to
offered in a mission trip format, and students raise gain competency and confidence within related
their financial support. Prerequisite: YOU 4800 or vocations. Experiential learning requirements are
with consent of instructor. defined by the student’s program and assessed
YoU 3910 Youth ministry Practicum..............(3-6) by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock
The practicum is designed to expose a student to hours of direct experience is required for a unit of
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credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable. tionship with Jesus Christ, leadership ability and
leadership outdoor skills to accompany the expe-
YoU 4410 Programming for Youth ministry ......(3)
riential curriculum. The classroom is the back-
fall semester
country of Wyoming, including Vedauwoo rock
A course that prepares students for the daily
formations, the Snowy Range, and the Wind River
“nuts and bolts” ministry to junior high, senior
Wilderness. This course is offered in cooperation
high and college students. Topics examined will
with the Solid Rock Outdoor Ministries (SROM)
focus on organization of one’s ministry, the
which is accredited by the Association for
leader’s personal life and schedule, building a
Experiential Education.
team ministry, and how to organize and lead
retreats and camp experiences. YoU 4640 outdoor Leadership training ..........(3)
The Outdoor Leadership Training is an expedition
YoU 4600 Applied Youth ministry
in learning and application involving a 20 day and
Leadership (3)
20 night wilderness experience learning trip.
fall semester
Students will participate in rock climbing, snow
An exploration in principles and experience of the
travel and techniques, and backpacking and
biblical foundations, contemporary expressions, mountaineering, as well as develop a greater rela-
and soft skills of effective leadership. The course tionship with Jesus Christ, personal leadership,
features training in character development, prob- and outdoor camping skills to accompany the
lem solving, group relational navigation, experiential curriculum. The classroom is the back
conflict/emergency management, non-verbal country of Wyoming, including Vedauwoo rock
assessments, and coping with weaknesses, fail- formations, the Snowy Range, and the Wind River
ure and limitations. Wilderness. This course is offered in cooperation
YoU 4610 outdoor/recreational with the Solid Rock Outdoor Ministries (SROM)
Leadership ......................................(3) which is accredited by the Association for
spring semester Experiential Education.
A course that introduces students to the values of YoU 4930 Youth ministry internship ............(3-6)
structured, recreational activity for churches and The internship is a highly supervised, preliminary
parachurch organizations. The course includes training experience in a local church or para-
practical experience in participating in and leading church setting. Students will receive hands-on
outdoor and recreational activities. experience as a way of discovering or honing their
YoU 4620 Advanced outdoor Leadership ........(3) ministry skills and encountering the reality of
As needed vocational work away from a Bible college setting.
In this course the students will synthesize and This requirement is normally met during the sum-
state, from all pervious study and experience in mer, but can be completed during the fall or
the Outdoor Leadership Minor, a biblical theology spring semester if the student is not registered as
of Christian maturation through the experiential a full-time student. Registration for this course
media of the outdoors and frontier missions. must be approved by the Youth Ministries
Based upon this theology, the student will then Coordinator for internships and practicum. One
develop and lead in the field and educational/ semester hour of academic credit will be given for
training system (methodology/approach). 50 on-site hours of ministry exposure up to a
maximum of six hours credit. Prerequisites:
YoU 4630 Wilderness Leadership training ......(6) Completion of 90 semester hours in the bache-
The Wilderness Leadership Course is an expedi- lor’s degree program (usually completed following
tion in learning and application involving a 40 day junior year).
and 40 night wilderness experiential learning trip.
Students will travel on foot a total of 160 miles,
participating in rock climbing, back packing and
mountaineering, as well as develop a greater rela-
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Trustees and Administration
Board of trustees the rev. robert A. norris senior V.P. for development and
(1974) operations
Officers: D. Keith Marion
Florence, SC
mr. marvin r. schuster, Chair
Pastor, The Church at Sandhurst Vice President for educational Affairs
(1987)
Columbus, GA dr. Jerry A. rankin Junias Venugopal
Board Chairman, (2001) Vice President for Corporate Planning
Schuster Enterprises, Inc. Richmond, VA Robert C. Kallgren
President, International Mission
mr. J. ronald mullins, Vice Chair Board Vice President for Corporate
(2004) Communications and
the rev. douglas J. rutt enrollment management
Columbus, GA
(2004) Mike Blackwell
Attorney, Page, Scrantom, Sprouse,
Jacksonville, FL
Tucker & Ford director of development
Pastor, Christian Family Chapel
Frank Bedell
mr. david C. moreland, treasurer mr. marquis J. ryan
(1994) (1992) director of Alumni Affairs
Ft. Myers, FL Charlotte, nC Roy King
Vice President, Shell Point President, Ryan, Geer & Company, dean of the Undergraduate studies
dr. russell L. french, secretary PA Patrick A. Blewett
(1996) mr. harold f. Weaver Assistant Academic dean
Knoxville, Tn (1980) Steve Auld
Professor, University of Tennessee Columbia, SC
Financial Consultant University registrar
Members of The Board: Tammy Turkett
mrs. delaine P. Blackwell Ex-Officio Member: dean of students
(1995) dr. William h. Jones Rick Swift
Irmo, SC President, CIU
Bible Teacher and Homemaker director of information technology
President Emeritus: Michelle Branch-Frappier
mr. W. tobin Cassels iii dr. J. robertson mcQuilkin director of the Library
(2008) Columbia, SC Jo Ann Rhodes
Columbia, SC
President, Southeastern Freightlines Emeritus Board Members: dean of distance education Center
dr. hudson t. Armerding Ronald C. Kroll
mrs. Lyn striplin Cook Quarryville, PA director of human resources
(2009)
mr. donald L. Bailey and Placement
Decatur, AL
Woodstock, GA Donald E. Jones
Secretary-Treasurer
Cook’s Pest Control, Inc. mrs. Betty dent director of University Admissions and
Columbia, SC student financial services
mr. Adrian t. despres Jr. Dan Griffin
(2001) dr. ian m. hay
Sebring, FL Coordinator of Academic and disability
Columbia, SC
services
Evangelist, Kingdom Building dr. Crawford Loritts
Cyndi Morgan
Ministries Roswell, GA
director of Career services
dr. hans W. finzel dr. John W. P. oliver
Stephanie Bryant
(1994) Charlotte, nC
Littleton, CO Athletic director
mrs. elizabeth sessions
President, WorldVenture Dan Vance
Lexington, SC
traveLearn director
mrs. Jennifer Gutwein dr. Paul r. Van Gorder
Patrick A. Blewett
(2007) East Point, GA
West Lafayette, In
Attorney, Homemaker Administration
President
dr. d. Gary harlow William H. Jones
(2000)
Bethlehem, PA Chancellor
Professor, Lehigh University George W. Murray
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Resident Faculty
Steve Auld being a husband and father to their Diploma, Providence Bible Institute;
Assistant Academic Dean, three lively kids, Abigail, Jacob and B.A., M.A., Wheaton College; M.A.,
Teacher Education Program David. These three do their best to University of Georgia; additional
Director distract daddy from writing his PhD study, University of South Carolina;
Education, Bible Teaching dissertation at USC! In his spare fellow of national Endowment for
Steve was born and reared in time, he likes to read old books the Humanities at northwestern
Columbia, S.C. He graduated from (classics of literature and church University, summer of 1976; mis-
CIU and moved to north Carolina to history), play soccer on his over-30 sionary, language and orientation
teach Bible in a public school. He team and lead CIU study tours back supervisor, Far Eastern Gospel
also taught Bible in public schools “home” to Europe. Steve’s passion Crusade (now SEnD International),
in Liberia, West Africa, where he for his students is that as they 1956-72; instructor, Febias College
served as a missionary with SIM. mature in their faith, God would gra- of Bible, 1968-72; adjunct faculty,
He met his wife in Liberia, and his ciously give them a children’s heart Asian Theological Seminary, 1970-
first child was born there. After leav- and a grown-ups’ minds. 72. 1973
ing Liberia, Steve worked as a
B.A., Taylor University; M.A., Indiana Patrick A. Blewett
headmaster of a school on the
University; Ph.D. Candidate, Academic Dean of Undergraduate
Eastern Shore of Maryland. Steve
University of South Carolina; Studies
considers teaching students to be
adjunct faculty, Taylor University, Ministry and Education
Bible teachers a great blessing and
1996; missionary and teacher, Black Dr. Blewett brings a diverse set of
privilege. He also enjoys living in
Forest Academy, Germany, 1996- ministry experiences and training to
South Carolina again. Steve is an
99; teacher, Lighthouse Christian CIU, along with gifting as an aca-
avid runner and also enjoys watch-
Academy, Bloomington, Ind., 2000- demic administrator. In addition to
ing his children play sports.
2001; instructor, CRAM summer his 10 years of academic adminis-
B.S., Columbia Bible College; honors program, Taylor University, tration in Bible college settings and
M.Ed., Reformed Theological 2003-2008. 2001 leadership roles within the
Seminary; additional study,
Clifford H. Bedell Association for Biblical Higher
Wilmington College; Ph.D.
Bible, Intercultural Studies Education, he also brings 15 years
Candidate, University of South
Cliff is an urban person — the two of pastoral experience serving in
Carolina; teacher, Kannapolis Public
great cities in his life have been churches from 300 to 3,000 in size,
School System, Kannapolis, n.C.,
new York and Manila. His bent not to mention serving in church
1976-79; teacher, Monrovia Public
toward teaching was not immedi- leadership for 10 years without
Schools, Monrovia, Liberia, West
ately apparent to him, but some- being “paid staff.” His passion for
Africa, 1980-85; teacher, administra-
thing that developed in the midst of ministry, his love of the college age
tor, Grace Brethren Christian
a busy missionary career in the student, his practical wisdom root-
Schools, Clinton, Md., 1985-89;
Philippines, something that was ed in the Word and his breadth of
headmaster, Salisbury Christian
honed at Febias College of Bible life experience walking with God for
School, Salisbury, Md., 1989-96;
and Asian Theological Seminary. 40 years makes him an approach-
teacher, Chapelgate Christian
The pursuit of truth is his enthusi- able mentor and model to many
Academy, Marriottsville, Md., 1996-
asm, and the love of sharing that students on campus.
97. 1997
truth is the focusing power of his B.A., Montana Institute of the Bible;
Steve Baarendse life. His interests lie in the back- M.A., M.Div., D.Min., Western
English, Humanities ground, language and content of Conservative Baptist Seminary;
Steve grew up as a “third-culture the new Testament and in commu- Ph.D., University of Idaho;
kid” in Vienna, Austria. After gradu- nication across cultural boundaries. Jerusalem University College;
ating from Taylor University, he Family is another passion. He and Pastoral experience in Iowa,
studied comparative literature and his wife Prue have five married chil- Wyoming, and Idaho (1982-1996);
art history at Indiana University and dren and 17 grandchildren. His hob- Volunteer chaplaincy experience
taught third-culture kids at Black bies include canoeing and (1984-1990); Assistant to the
Forest Academy in Germany, where swimming. President, Big Sky Bible College,
he met his wife Sara. He enjoys Montana, 1981-82; Instructor, Cole
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Center for Biblical Studies, Idaho, her love of teaching or hanging out Church, Camden, Ohio, 1998-2001;
1990-1996; Dean and Academic with students. instructor in Old Testament, new
Vice President, Grace University, B.S., Columbia Bible College; Life Bible College, Moscow, Russia,
nebraska, 1996-2005; Licensed M.Ed., Reformed Theological 2000. 2001
Pastoral Counselor (nCCA), 1995; Seminary; Ph.D., University of South Daniel F. DeLozier
Board Certified Pastoral Counselor, Carolina; advanced biblical studies, Professional Studies Division
International Board of Church Reformed Theological Seminary Chair
Counselors, 2007. 2005 and CIU; teacher, Hamilton County Communication Program Director
Carrie Caudill Public Schools, Chattanooga, Tenn., Communication
Psychology 1975-77; teacher, Mercer County Dan’s passion for “Communicating
Mrs. Carrie Caudill is a licensed Public Schools, Bluefield, W.Va., Christ Creatively” is seen in his life,
professional counselor who is a 1977-85. 1985 ministry and family. As the chairman
graduate of CIU’s Undergraduate of the communication program, his
John Crutchfield
Psychology program and has com- desire is to incorporate technology
Middle Eastern Studies
pleted an advanced degree from into the communication process in
Program Director
the University of South Carolina, such a way that it is not obtrusive
Bible, Hebrew, Hermeneutics
focused on Marriage and Family. or distracting from the message.
John grew up in the suburbs of
The USC graduate faculty named Building on his past experience as
Cleveland, Ohio, and enjoys being
Mrs. Caudill its “outstanding stu- the director of communication at
outside in cold weather. As a kid in
dent” within the counselor educa- Lancaster Bible College and his
the ‘70s, he played ice hockey and
tion program. She and her husband current ministry role as minister of
watched the Browns and Indians
also lead a ministry with single pro- communication at Gateway Baptist
lose a lot of games. As a college
fessionals in greater Columbia. She Church, Dan continues to pursue
student, he traveled extensively in
is our newest faculty member. the challenges associated with the
Europe and Israel. He counseled
evolution of technology and its
B.S. Columbia International troubled youth for the Hamilton
impact on the world and the Word
University; Ed.S. University of South County Juvenile Court in Cincinnati,
of God.
Carolina; South Carolina Licensed Ohio for five years before pastoring
Professional Counselor, 2007- churches in suburban Cincinnati B.S., Lancaster Bible College; M.S.,
present. 2007 and in Ohio farm country. As profes- Temple University; Ed.D., Temple
sor of Bible, John is passionate University; director of communica-
Anita J. Cooper
about attaching young people to tions, Lancaster Bible College,
Bible Teaching Program Director
God as their primary source of self- 1982-89; pastor of ministries, Faith
Bible Teaching, Psychology Bible Fellowship Church, Lancaster,
image, security, fulfillment and pur-
Dr. Cooper directs the Bible Pa., 1990-95; minister of communi-
pose in life. He believes all of life
Teaching program, a program cation, Gateway Baptist Church,
should be lived with joyful passion
specifically designed to prepare stu- 1996-2003. 1995
to the glory of God. He enjoys
dents to teach the Bible in a school
studying, taking long walks and Stephen H. Farra
setting. Before coming to CIU, she
spending time with his wife and four Psychology Program Director
taught Bible in the public schools in
children. Dr. Farra grew up in a missionary
Tennessee and West Virginia in
grades K-12. Since joining the CIU Certificate, Torchbearer Schools, family before attending Wheaton
team in 1985, she has challenged Capernwray Hall, England and College and Graduate School. At
her students to cultivate a passion Tauernhof, Austria; B.A., Columbia Wheaton, Dr. Farra met his wife,
for teaching the Bible for “heart and Bible College; M.A., Columbia Sharon. After graduating with his
mind.” She teaches courses in Biblical Seminary and Graduate master’s degree, he taught psychol-
Bible, Bible teaching, education and School of Missions; M.Div., Trinity ogy courses, coached cross-coun-
psychology in Romania, Ukraine Evangelical Divinity School; Israel try and served as the pastor of a
and new Zealand, as well as at Study Tour, 1990; M.Phil., D.Phil., small church in Minnesota while
CIU. You may find her gardening, Hebrew Union College–Jewish concurrently completing his Ph.D. at
reading, playing racquetball, wood- Institute of Religion, Cincinnati, the University of Minnesota. He and
working or meditating at a coffee Ohio; pastor, Christ Evangelical Free his growing family moved even fur-
shop when she is not engaged in Church, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1996- ther north to the Brainerd Lakes
1998; pastor, Fairhaven Community area, where he directed two mental
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health clinics, one of them a med- Julian “Hule” Goddard Republic and Honduras. Karen’s
ical center, before moving to South Outdoor Leadership Minor hobbies include participating in and
Carolina to join the faculty of CIU. Program Coordinator watching sporting events, gardening
Dr. Farra and Sharon have been Youth Ministry and dog obedience training.
blessed with six children; two are Hule’s passion is the marvels of
B.A., California State University,
graduates of CIU. Besides the study Christlike transformation brought
Chico; M.A., California State
of human psychology, Dr. Farra into our lives, families, and commu-
University, Stanislaus; Graduate
loves pulpit ministry, community nities by the Holy Spirit. With this
Bible Certificate, Columbia
service, distance running and deep- transformation as his goal, Hule
International University; M.A., The
sea fishing. focuses his teaching and mentoring
Graduate School of Moody Bible
on more experiential modes for
B.A., Wheaton College; M.A., Institute; doctoral studies, CIU
learning. Thus, the wilderness, mis-
Wheaton College; Ph.D., University Seminary & School of Missions;
sion trips, ministry skills, and hands-
of Minnesota; associate professor director of student activities and the
on experiences are the media/
of psychology and cross-country student union, California State
classrooms for his courses at CIU.
coach, northwestern College, 1975- University, 1982-1994; senior high
Hule and his wife Loretta have two
85; founder/therapist/operational women’s director, First Evangelical
daughters, Sarah and Julianne (both
director, Christian Counseling and Free Church, Rockford, Ill., 1994-
CIU students). The Goddard’s enjoy
Reconciliation Service, 1985-95; 2001; interim junior high director,
travel, the beach, and backpacking
supervising psychologist, Center First Evangelical Free Church,
as a family.
Lakes Medical Center, Crosby, Rockford, Ill., 1998-99. 2001
Minn., 1991-95; court-appointed B.A., Oral Roberts University; M.A.,
Asbury Theological Seminary; doc- William Lindsay Hislop
examiner, Cass County, Minn.,
toral studies, Columbia International Literature, English
1991-95. 1995
University; associate pastor/youth Lindsay Hislop was raised in south-
Glenn Gentry pastor, new Albany United ern Scotland and southern Ontario
General Education Division Chair Methodist Church, new Albany, and now lives in the southern
Humanities Program Director Miss., 1975-80; spiritual life direc- United States. He worked in the
Philosophy and Apologetics tor/counselor, Tyler Street Christian engineering field for 15 years (most-
Glenn is a thinker! He models what Academy, Dallas, Tex., 1980-84; ly in Canada) before pursuing an
he challenges students to do: think youth minister, Tyler Street United academic career. He serves as an
logically and act consistently. In Methodist Church, Dallas, Tex., elder in his church, where he teach-
addition to teaching philosophy, 1980-84; youth minister, Wilmore es regularly and preaches some-
logic and ethics at the community United Methodist Church, Wilmore, times. He is married to a wonderful
college level and at the university Ky., 1984-95; part-time faculty in wife Pam and has two terrific chil-
level before joining the CIU faculty, youth ministry, Asbury College, dren, Holly, who lives in Canada,
Glenn served for five years in 1986-98; adjunct faculty, Asbury and Doug, who lives in Columbia.
Botswana, Africa developing leaders Theological Seminary, 1986-98; His four grandchildren, Isaac,
for the church. Lest one thinks he is youth evangelist/ speaker, Francis Madeline, Lindsay, and Dolan, are
an egghead, his construction and Asbury Society, 1993-97; youth also pretty special. He likes doing
carpentry skills are excellent. Glenn speaker and missions trip leader, carpentry and odd jobs around the
and his wife have four children. GO International, 1998. 1998 house.
B.S., Multnomah Bible College; B.A., Columbia Bible College; M.A.,
Karen Grant
M.A., Ph.D., Baylor University, Ph.D., University of South Carolina;
Youth Ministry
Texas; missionary with African teaching assistant, University of
As long as Karen can remember
Evangelical Fellowship in Botswana, South Carolina, 1982-83; faculty
she has wanted to minister to youth
1988-1992; instructor in philosophy, member, Columbia Bible College,
and young adults. God has been
McLennan Comm. College, 2002- 1983-1992; faculty member,
able to use this passion in a variety
2004; fellowship at Baylor Columbia International University
of settings, including colleges, sum-
University, 2003-2005; local church Seminary & School of Missions,
mer camps, church youth groups,
ministry, Halfway, Ore., 1993-1998. 1992-present. 1983
and short-term mission experiences
2005
in South Africa, the Dominican
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Michael James Liz were married in 1955 and have U.S. Federal Court, 2002-present;
Business and Organizational eight children. Teaching Fellow, Columbia Biblical
Leadership Program Director
B.B.A., Westminster College; M.Div., Seminary, 1996-2002; resident
Mr. James is an Englishman who adjunct faculty, CIU Undergraduate
Columbia Bible College & Seminary;
has spent nearly 30 years serving School, 2000-2002; resident faculty,
M.Ed., Western Carolina University;
bi-vocationally in France. He has CIU Undergraduate School, 2002-
Ph.D., University of South Carolina;
been active in church planting, but present. 1996
additional study, Temple University;
equally important, he has been a
teacher, Ben Lippen School, Rod Lewis
business executive with an interna-
Asheville, n.C., 1956-58; teacher, Program Director
tional technology firm serving as
Columbia Christian School 1958-59; Music
chief financial officer, coordinator for
teacher, Sun Valley High School, Dr. Rod believes that as a Christian
acquisition and mergers, and a host
Chester, Pa, 1960-61; missionary to he is called to use his music in three
of other responsibilities. As a
Kenya, Africa, 1961-71; headmaster, ways: to worship, to reach non-
Cambridge graduate, he has taught
Ben Lippen School, Asheville, n.C., believers with the gospel and to
business and math-related course-
1971-83; summer faculty, encourage other believers. The
work at the professional develop-
International Institute of Christian desire to participate in all these
ment and academic level.
School Administrators, 1978-pres- areas has led him to simultaneously
B.A., M.A., Gonville & Caius ent. 1983 explore diverse musical paths. Dr.
College, Cambridge University, Rod recognizes that the art of learn-
England; additional studies London Joe LeTexier
ing, creating, and making music is a
Bible College, England; additional TEFL Minor Program Coordinator
parable for life, and specifically the
business development programs in Intercultural Studies/TEFL
Christian life. He finds it difficult to
France; Doctoral studies, Joe is a native of northwest
separate music and art from any
International School of Management Minnesota who enjoys the game of
aspect of life; therefore, it is an
(Paris); Instructor in mathematics ice hockey and playing the guitar.
expression of his relationship with
and computing at Leeds Metro He met his wife Susana, a native of
Christ, a tool for evangelism, and an
University, England, 1966-1975; Spain, while serving there as a mis-
offering back to the Giver. As a
accountant, manager, senior corpo- sionary in 1991. Joe and his wife
teacher, his desire is to show stu-
rate management, BULL in France are fluent in both English and dents that music can be effective in
1974-2002; non-profit corporate Spanish, and are raising their chil- all these areas and that there need
management with AEEI in France, dren in a bilingual home. Ministering not be a dichotomy between the
2003-2007. 2007 the gospel of Jesus Christ to the Christian and secular aspects of life,
ends of the earth is the driving pas- or between calling and vocation.
John “Jack” Layman sion in Joe’s life. One of the favorite
Bible, Social Studies, Education B.A. in Music Education, Alderson
parts of his job is preparing ICS and
Jack Layman was raised in a non- Broaddus College; M.M. in Guitar
TEFL interns to teach and minister
Christian, non-religious family in Performance, University of South
in a wide variety of cross-cultural
Philadelphia and came to Christ Carolina; D.M.A. in Guitar
settings, both in the United States
during an Inter-Varsity conference at Performance, University of South
and abroad. As an instructor in
the end of his freshman year. After Carolina; studio guitarist, Harvest
TEFL and linguistics courses, he
receiving his M.Div. from Columbia Gospel Studio, 1985; teacher,
desires to facilitate the growth of his
Bible College and Seminary, he Greencastle Antrim High School,
students, not only as educators, but
worked 10 years in Kenya among 1986-88; private guitar lessons,
also as future bi-vocational mission-
Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs from 1981-present. 1990
aries and Bible translators.
India and Pakistan. He returned to
B.A., Crown College; M.A., Christopher Little
the United States as headmaster of Intercultural Studies
Columbia International University;
Ben Lippen School, at that time a Dr. Little joined the faculty at
M.Div., Columbia Biblical Seminary;
boarding school in Asheville, n.C., Columbia International University
Church-planting missionary, Spain,
specializing in educating children of from Amman, Jordon where he was
1993; summer ESL teacher and
missionaries. He later joined the teaching Arab Christians about the
program supervisor, Richland 1
CIU faculty in 1983. His hobbies Great Commission in a place where
Public School Adult Basic
include reading, walking, hiking, proselytization is considered crimi-
Education, Columbia, S.C., 1996-
sports and travel. He and his wife nal behavior. He also has interna-
present; Spanish Court Interpreter,
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more than 20 years of film-making 1995-99; pastor, Church of the Bible, Greek
experience specifically within min- Open Door, Columbia, S.C., 1999- Joel enjoys studying the Bible. It is
istry settings. He served with the present. 1999 his vocation, his hobby and his
media operation of Campus ambition. He also desires to help
Mark Wenger
Crusade for Christ and most recent- students develop the necessary
Applied English Program
ly directed a media production min- skills for digging into the Bible for
Coordinator
istry called Starshell Media themselves, so that they can have a
English
Ministries. He is excited about fresh encounter with God’s Word.
Raised by missionary parents in
mentoring the next generation of He loves to spend time with his wife
Costa Rica and Mexico, Mark grew
videographers to “communicate Becky and three children, Anna,
up speaking English and Spanish
Christ creatively.” Matthew, and Luke. Like everyone
and developed an abiding fascina-
A.A., Southwest Virginia Community else who grows up in Wisconsin, he
tion with languages. Over the years
College; B.A. Radford University; is a serious fan of the Green Bay
he has studied Chinese, Korean
M.A., Regent University, Virginia; Packers.
and, most recently, Hebrew. He and
Media staff with CCCI, 1980-1999; his wife — raised as an MK in B.A. Moody Bible Institute; Th.M.,
Starshell Media, 2000-present. 2007 Zimbabwe — served for two years Dallas Theological Seminary; Ph.D.,
in Seoul, Korea, as teachers in a Marquette University; additional
Andre Rogers
Korean missionary training institu- study, University of Wisconsin -
Pastoral Ministries Program
tion and were preparing to go to a Parkside; pastor, Calvary Bible
Director
similar work in Argentina when God Church, West Allis, Wis., 1988-89;
Bible, Theology, Pastoral Ministry
called them to serve at CIU as train- assistant professor of new
Passionate preaching and teaching
ers of cross-cultural witnesses of Testament Studies, Dallas
are the skills that have defined the
Christ Jesus. The Wenger’s devote Theological Seminary, 1989-92;
aspirations of Professor Andre
their time to raising their four young assistant professor of new
Maurice Rogers through his life. He
children and they love to host peo- Testament, Grace Theological
has sharpened these skills through
ple in their home (Mark cooks a Seminary, 1992-93. 1993
his dedication to academic success
at both CIU and Dallas Theological mean Korean barbecue). Gretchen Wilhelm
Seminary. With a Certificate of B.A., University of South Carolina; Teacher Education
Ordination from the Gethsemane M.A., Columbia International Ms. Gretchen Wilhelm serves in the
Baptist Association and recognition University; additional graduate stud- Teacher Education Program assist-
from the Who’s Who Among ies, University of South Carolina; ing Mr. Auld in advising and mentor-
Students in American Universities director, International Friendship ing students. Gretchen comes to
and Colleges, Andre has put his English Program, Columbia, S.C., CIU with successful teaching expe-
academic training into practical use 1991-93; adjunct faculty, Columbia rience in Ohio. While preparing for
as pastor of the Church of the Open Bible College and Seminary, 1992- doctoral studies, Gretchen is also
Door in Columbia, S.C. He is cur- 93; adjunct faculty, English Program teaching music part time at Ben
rently working toward his doctorate for Internationals, University of Lippen School in order to maintain a
of ministries at CIU. Andre enjoys South Carolina, 1993-94; faculty, practioner’s perspective on the
life with his family, and his hobbies Columbia Bible College, 1993-94; classroom.
include itinerate speaking, evangel- missionary, Mission to the World, B.M., Baldwin-Wallace
ism, and playing musical instru- 1995-99; director, Summer English Conservatory of Music, Ohio;
ments. Program, Ben Lippen High School, Leadership Certificate, Colorado
B.A., Columbia Bible College; 1995; teacher and director of Christian University; M. Ed.,
Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary; Chinese Student Program, Ben Cedarville University, Ohio; doctoral
additional study, Carolina Bible Lippen High School, 1996; adjunct studies, Columbia International
College; D.Min. Candidate, faculty, Columbia International University; private and middle
Columbia Theological Seminary; University, 1999-2001. 2001 school teaching experience, 2002-
associate pastor, Brookland Baptist Joel Williams 2006. 2007
Church, West Columbia, S.C., Biblical Studies Division Chair,
1993-95; assistant minister and Biblical Languages
director of youth ministries, new Program Director
Hope Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas,
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Adjunct Faculty
Corrine Barbian tor of voice, as well as a concert Carolina; 30 years of teaching expe-
Psychology performer and soloist at several rience at Western Christian College,
Mrs. Barbian serves as an adjunct churches. She is also a mother of Manitoba, Canada, University of
professor in the Psychology pro- two, an avid reader and a collector Texas and high schools in Canada
gram. In addition to supervising stu- of old black and white movies. and South Carolina. 2008
dent practicum, she also teaches Currently, Alison is a doctoral candi-
Marshall F. Davis
group and individual dynamics. She date in Vocal Performance at the
As the Chaplain to Men, Marshall is
is an excellent speaker and coun- University of South Carolina.
privileged to be a part of the CIU
selor. B.Mus., Columbia College; M.Mus., family. Prior to coming to CIU in
B.S., Chapman University; M.A., University of South Carolina; private 2006, Marshall served at Spring
California Family Study Center; voice instructor and vocal coach, Arbor University, where he held a
counselor in clinical and private 2003-present; church music admin- blended position teaching Bible,
practice in California 1994-1998; istrator, 1998-2005. 2008 Ethics, and Counseling, along with
private practice in South Carolina, coordinating student admissions
Stephanie Bryant
200-present; CISM Debriefing Team and advising. Marshall loves teach-
Career Services
member, South Carolina Law ing, discipling, mentoring and coun-
Stephanie started working at CIU in
Enforcement Division, 2001-present. seling college students, and has
1994. She has a passion for helping
2002 been active for years teaching col-
students succeed and she has the
Helen Boen skills to equip students for the tran- lege/career and adults in his local
Teacher Education sition into college as well as out of church. He enjoys reading theology,
Mrs. Helen Boen is a Christian edu- college and into the “real world.” writing and distance running. He
cator and administrator who has Her understanding of learning dis- and his wife Susan enjoy doing
served for many years within the abilities enhances her ability to help projects together and traveling to
Christian school movement and is students find appropriate placement America’s national Parks.
well known throughout the opportunities. B.A., Hope College; Th.M. ,Dallas
Southeastern United States. Her Theological Seminary; M.Ed. in
University of South Carolina passed
primary responsibility is coordinat- Counseling, University of Toledo;
EEE; B.S., Southern Wesleyan
ing the curriculum at Ben Lippen Ph.D. in Higher Education, Bowling
University; M.Ed., Columbia
School. She also assists in the Green State University.
International University; Level 1
development of young Christian
training, national Institute of Michael Fiorello
educators in the CIU classroom and
Learning Disabilities (nILD).; min- Bible/Theology
on the Ben Lippen School campus.
istry skills staff position, 1994- Michael teaches Bible and theology
She helps students integrate theory
2000;, supervisor, 2000-2004; related courses at our Kirkland
and practice.
Career Planning and Placement, Correctional Facility campus. He is
Undergraduate studies, Philadelphia 2004-present. 1994 a passionate instructor who focuses
College of Bible, Pennsylvania;
his energy on our incarcerated stu-
BIOLA University, California; Inter- John S. Close
Physical Science dents and their unique needs.
America University of Puerto Rico;
B.A. California Lutheran College, John teaches Physical Science and B.S., Philadelphia College of Bible;
California; M.A., San Diego State loves to interact with college stu- M.A., Biblical Theological Seminary;
University, California; missionary dents. He enjoys helping non-sci- M.Div., Columbia Biblical Seminary;
and classroom teacher, 1972-1979; ence majors fall in love with Th.M., Trinity Evangelical Divinity
educational consulting business scientific reasoning and exploration School; Ph.D., TEDS, Trinity
including interim school administra- of God’s creation. International University; Teaching
tive roles, curriculum advising and B.S., Abilene Christian College; experience at TEDS, CIU and
convention speaking. 2007 Ph.D., University of Texas; addition- Bonner College. 2007
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who desires to help the next gener- B.S., College of Charleston, South issues of everyday life in the context
ation of Intercultural Studies profes- Carolina; M.S., University of South of a biblical worldview.
sionals develop wisdom before they Carolina; tutor and Graduate
B.S. Mathematics Furman
move overseas. While he remains in Assistant, 2001-2004; college level
University; Ph.D., Mathematics
leadership at SIM International near math instructor at USC, 2004-2006.
University of Tennessee. Kirkland
Charlotte, n.C., he drives to
Daniel Janosik Initiative. 2008
Columbia one semester each year
Distance Learning & Media
to make a difference so that our William H. Jones, President
Development, Apologetics
students can truly know Christ and Evangelism, Missions
Daniel has been referred to as a
make Him known. Dr. Bill Jones serves as the sixth
“Renaissance Man,” because he
B.A., Eastern Washington State president of Columbia International
tends to have his hands in so many
University; M.Div., D.Min., Western University which educates people
areas. His teachings specialize in
Conservative Baptist Seminary; . from a biblical worldview to impact
apologetics for the creation/evolu-
Missionary in South Africa, 1977- the nations with the message of
tion controversy and areas dealing
1985; executive director, American Christ. Additionally, Jones serves as
with religions and cults. He delights
Council, Africa Evangelical chair of the International Leadership
in going to secular campuses and
Fellowship, 1986-1997; Ethnic Team of Crossover Communications
engaging people in discussions
Focus ministry and missionary in International, a missions agency he
related to these topics through
India with SIM International, 1997- cofounded in 1987. Crossover min-
seminars and debates. Outside of
present. 2004 isters in 15 countries by multiplying
school, Daniel enjoys playing golf,
church planters to plant multiplying
Joan Havens writing, and building and fixing
churches among least-reached
Spanish computers.
people groups. In the last 10 years,
Joan’s first love is ministry, especial- B.A., College of William and Mary; Crossover has launched over 100
ly in the local church, but she loves M.Div., Columbia Biblical Seminary new churches.
to teach Spanish to those who want and Graduate School of Missions;
A passionate communicator, Jones
to learn. With the incredible growth additional study, Old Dominion
has trained thousands of people
in the Hispanic community, it seems University, University of South
around the world to effectively share
only logical that a place like Carolina, doctoral studies, London
the message of Christ’s love and
Columbia International University School of Theology; , short-term
forgiveness using his booklet, The
would be teaching this foreign lan- missionary to Japan, 1978-80; biol-
John 3:16 One Verse Method. He
guage. ogy and Bible teacher, norfolk
has also authored several books,
B.A. (Spanish), Fairleigh Dickinson Christian High School, 1981-85;
most recently, Putting Together the
University; M.A. (Spanish), biology and Bible teacher, Ben
Puzzle of the Old Testament. In
University of California at Los Lippen School, 1990-2001.1988
1979, he married Debby Jones who
Angeles; M.A, Columbia Biblical George Johnson holds a master’s degree in Christian
Seminary; Ph.D., Southwestern George received his Ph. D. degree Education degree from CIU. She
Baptist Theological Seminary; in mathematics from the University speaks at women’s conferences
Instructor in Spanish Language, of Tennessee, He is now retired, and coauthored a book on 10 char-
Texas Christian University and having taught mathematics at the acter qualities of a godly woman
Southwestern Baptist Theological University of South Carolina for 34 titled Lady in Waiting. Bill and
Seminary; high school Spanish years. His commitment to quality Debby have four grown children.
teacher and English as Second education for school children has B.S., 1976, Georgia Institute of
Language in Paramus, new Jersey. led him to be involved in developing Technology; M.Div., 1984, Luther
1992 programs to improve mathematics Rice Seminary; Certificate in
Devin Henson education for elementary teachers Theology, 1987, Western
Math with support from the national Conservative Baptist Seminary;
Mr. Henson does not do puppets; Science Foundation. D.Min. 1991, Columbia Biblical
he is a math instructor. He enjoys One of his primary goals as a Seminary & Graduate School of
making math practical and helps teacher is to help students develop Missions; D.Min., 1997, Gordon
students with math phobias to the ability to apply mathematical Conwell Seminary; president, 1987-
relax. ideas and analytical thinking to the present, Crossover
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Communications International, missionary wife and professional students. He has been a part of tel-
Columbia, S.C; Columbia Biblical counselor. She is the wife of our evision and radio productions and
Seminary & School of Missions, university’s chancellor. Her years involved in Youth for Christ and
1990. alongside her husband as a mis- band camping programs. But per-
sionary give her a unique perspec- haps the most life changing time of
Peggy Lee Manoogian
tive for students considering his life was the four years Dave and
Piano
ministry in cross-cultural settings. his wife spent in Ethiopia, working
Peggy Lee not only teaches piano,
with Ethiopians, Europeans and
she serves in our Alumni Office. B.A., Columbia International
Americans. He brings all of these
She loves music and people. She University; Diploma in Italian
experiences to his classroom and to
brings an international perspective Studies, Universita per Stranieri,
every cross-cultural class and wor-
to the music department and is flu- Perugia, Italia; M.A., Biblical
ship discussion.
ent in Spanish and Arabic. Theological Seminary; missionary in
Italy, 1970-1983; counselor, 1992- B.S., M.S., University of Wisconsin;
B.Mus.Ed., Roosevelt University;
present. 2000 Ed.D., University of Illinois; instru-
M.Mus.Ed., Roosevelt University;
mental and vocal music in the pub-
Additional studies at American Mark Olander lic schools, Barnum, Minn. and
University in Beirut, Lebanon and Ministry Skill Development Superior, Wis., 1958-66; music fac-
American Conservatory of Music in Christian Education, Intercultural ulty, University of Wisconsin,
Chicago. 2007 Studies Superior, 1966-69; director of
Jennifer Merkey Mark served as the missionary in music, American Community
Teacher Education residence during 2005-2006. School, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia,
Mrs. Merkey loves to teach elemen- In addition to his experience as a 1969-71; director of music, Good
tary school children and her passion teacher and academic Shepherd School, Addis Ababa,
for the classroom is contagious. administrator at Moffat College of Ethiopia, 1971-73; music teaching
She drives approximately two hours Bible in Kenya, Mark brings to min- assistant, University of Illinois,
each way to help prepare the next istry skills a practical side of min- 1973-74; visiting lecturer in music
generation of professional educa- istry and a wealth of experience. He education, University of Wisconsin,
tors. Her primary role has been in and his wife Jan have focused their 1974-75; chairman, division of fine
methods-related courses. ministry on campus with missionary arts and department of music,
B.S., The King’s College; M.Ed., kids now studying at CIU as well as northwestern College, St. Paul,
Columbia International University; providing a fresh perspective of Minn., 1975-89. 1989
Elementary education teacher, missions education in Kenya. CIU
thanks AIM for allowing Mark and Alena Pagal
1995-2005; missionary serving with Piano
JAARS in Waxhaw, n.C. 2005 Jan to serve an extra year in the
United States helping CIU. Alena provides students with won-
Andy Mull derful keyboard instruction. In addi-
B.A., Kearney State College; gradu-
Bible tion to her teaching ability, she
ate studies, University of northern
Professor Mull loves teaching God’s serves as an accompanist for a vari-
Colorado; M.S.T., University of
Word and has more than a decade ety of award-winning groups in
Wisconsin; M.A.R., Trinity
of church ministry experience to South Carolina.
International University; Ph.D.,
round out his perspective. Andy B.Mus., Bowling Green State
Trinity International University; pas-
teaches at the Kirkland Correctional University; M.Mus., University of
toral ministry, 1978-1984; mission-
Facility. South Carolina.; teaching experi-
ary and theological education
B.A., Messiah College; M.Div., lecturer, Scott Theological College, ence at University of South Carolina
Columbia Biblical Seminary; S.T.M., 1984-1994; missionary, theology and in a private studio. 2008.
Dallas Theological Seminary; Ph.D. instructor, and dean, Moffat College William Pauling
(candidate), Dallas Theological of Bible, 1994-2005. 2005 Bible
Seminary. 2008
David Osterlund Bill is a pastor in South Carolina,
Annette Murray Music and has the passion and skills for
Intercultural Studies & Member For 50 years, Dr. Osterlund has teaching within correction facilities.
Care taught all ages of students, from He has ministered within the federal
Mrs. Murray is more than simply a kindergarten to seminary doctoral facility in Leavenworth, Kan. and at
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Compliance Information
Graduation rate title ii: higher education Act report
The 2008 spring graduation rate for the 2002 Fall The university submits a Title II Higher Education
entering class was 59 percent at the undergradu- Act Annual Report for Teacher Education. For a
ate level. This rate is based on the full-time, first- copy of this report, please contact the dean of the
time students completing a program within 150 Graduate School.
percent of the normal time required for their pro- equity in Athletics disclosure Act report
gram. Many students opt to extend the length of Since Columbia International University does not
study due to employment needs, family issues, or receive funds for athletic scholarships, the
academic achievement goals. The University has University is not required to submit an EADA
no statute of limitations regarding completion of report. At the present time, the following inter-col-
associate or baccalaureate degrees. For a more legiate sports are offered by gender at CIU:
complete analysis by demographic factors, please Gender sport
contact the vice president for corporate planning. Men none
Women none
Placement rate
The 2008 Undergraduate School graduating class The University is exploring association with the
reported the following career objectives and place- national Christian College Athletic Association
ment expectations during their final semester: (nCCAA) for intercollegiate sports at Division II.
Certified Public Accountant’s Audit report
Percentage
Placement Each year the university’s financial records are
of Graduating
response audited by an independent certified public
seniors
Category
responding accounting firm. The results of this report are
available for review. Please contact the vice presi-
5%
dent for Business and Finance for a copy of this
Pursue Travel
report. Fund-raising policies and financial manage-
ment follow the Evangelical Council for Financial
Accountability (ECFA) standards.
Pursue Additional
25%
Education Campus security report
Each year, in accordance with the Higher
Pursue non-employment Education Act, the Student Life Office in consulta-
activities (i.e., marriage, 2% tion with the Campus Security Office publishes a
volunteer opportunities, etc.) Campus Security Report regarding security poli-
cies, procedures, and crime statistics. Contact the
Pursue employment in my director of security for a copy of this report.
36%
vocational or professional field
institutional effectiveness & Assessment report
Each year the faculty, in consultation with the vice
Pursue employment based
on location, compensation, or president for Corporate Planning, prepares a report
25% evaluating the effectiveness of the university in stu-
other reasons than by
vocational or professional field dent learning and in other areas of institutional
research and assessment. The evaluation is based
Already employed in my on assessment of the stated goals and objectives
8%
vocational or professional field of the university, and more specifically the under-
graduate college. The results of this report are
For a more complete analysis by academic program, available for review. Contact the vice president for
please contact the vice president for corporate plan- corporate planning for a copy of the report.
ning.
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AP eXAms ChArt
examination AP Credit Course AP Credit Course
score earned subst score earned subst
Art History 3, 4 3 5 6
Biology 3 3 BIO2113 4, 5 6 BIO2113 +3 hrs
Calculus AB 3, 4, 5 3 MAT2310
Calculus BC 3, 4, 5 6 MAT2310 +3 add hrs.
Chemistry 3 3 4, 5 6
Computer Science A 3 3 CPT2110 4, 5 6 CPT2110 + 3 hrs
Computer Science AB 3 3 CPT2110 4, 5 6 CPT2110 + 3 hrs
Economics: Macro 3,4, 5 3 ECn2220
Economics: Micro 3, 4, 5 3 ECn2210
English Language &
Composition 3, 4, 5 3 EnG1110
English Lit/Comp 3, 4, 5 3 EnG1111
Environmental Science 3, 4, 5 3
European History 3 3 4, 5 6
French Language 3, 4 3 5 6
French Literature 3, 4 3 5 6
German Language 3, 4 3 5 6
Government & Politics:
Comparative 3, 4, 5 3
Government & Politics:
United States 3, 4, 5 3
Human Geography 3 ,4, 5 3
Italian 3, 4 3 5 6
Japanese 3, 4 3 5 6
Latin: Virgil 3, 4 3 5 6
Latin Literature 3, 4 3 5 6
Music Theory 3, 4 3 5 6
Physics B 3 3 4, 5 6
Physics C: Mechanical 3 3 4, 5 6
Physics C: Electrical &
Magnetism 3 3 4, 5 6
Psychology 3, 4, 5 3
Spanish Language 3, 4 3 SPA2110 5 6 SPA2110
SPA2120
Spanish Literature 3, 4 3 SPA2110 5 6 SPA2110
SPA2120
Statistics 3, 4, 5 3 MAT3410
Studio Art: Drawing 3, 4, 5 3
U.S. History 3, 4 3 HIS2310 5 6 HIS2310 + 3 hrs.
World History 3,4,5 3 Elective
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College Level examination Program (CLeP) plete Freshman/Sophomore level English and
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is math CLEPs. However, they may take upper
used to establish credit in certain college courses. level CLEPs through their college careers as
CIU administers CLEP Subject Exams and well. Students who fail the written portion of the
awards credit provided appropriate documenta- English CLEP may retake the written portion
tion is in place. CLEP General Exams will not according to the same time constraints noted
receive credit at CIU. Credit can only be offered in above; it must be completed before the start of
the fields of study that are equivalent to those the sophomore year. Students with more than
offered or approved by the university. For CLEP 96 earned credit hours (an academic senior)
exams that are approved by the university, mini- should not be allowed to take any CLEP exam.
mum raw score requirements for credit, and credit Exceptions to this policy would be by petition to
hours approved per course are listed below. the Undergraduate School Dean's Office.
Credit earned by CLEP examination is not count- 5. What is the procedure for receiving credit for
ed toward residency requirements for graduation. enG 1110?
If the course has been taken by audit, or if the To receive credit for EnG 1110 the student
student has already completed one semester of a must complete both the Freshman English
two semester sequence, such as English or Composition CLEP and a writing component
History, credit is not given for a CLEP Exam. The designed and graded by the CIU English facul-
university will not transfer CLEP courses posted ty. Students can be awarded the equivalency
on transcripts from other institutions of higher credit for English 1110 and three hours of elec-
education. An official transcript from CLEP is tive credit by passing the CLEP Composition,
required (see #9 below). Freshman College, with a score of 50 and an
CLeP testinG ProCedUres adequate score on the CIU written examina-
tion. CIU has limited slots for students to take
1. Which exams does your institution recognize the CLEP during summer orientation, but stu-
for credit? dents can take the CLEP component at any
Many exams are accepted with credit applied CLEP test center in the nation.
per the CIU policy. See chart on next page.
6. What is the policy of accepting AP and CLeP
2. for each exam, what is the credit-granting credit for the same course or in the same
score? subject area?
CIU abides by the American Council on If a student has AP credit, the student must
Education (ACE) recommended scores. waive (disavow) the AP credit before taking the
3. how much credit is granted for each exam? CLEP test. The school will not grant AP and
Credit is awarded per the CIU policy. The CLEP credit for the same course. When the
policy is located within the academic catalog. student takes the CLEP exam, the CLEP score
will be credited to the student but not the AP
4. Are there any time restrictions for accepting
credit.
CLeP credit?
Students have a maximum of one year (12 7. how can a student waive the requirement of
months or 2 academic semesters) to take the enG 1110 without receiving credit?
Freshman College composition (English) CLEP Students can waive the requirement of EnG
exam; if they have not taken and passed the 1110 (without credit being granted) by suc-
CLEP by that time, they must take EnG 1110 cessfully fulfilling the following requirements:
and EnG 1111. new entering students without A. Pass the CIU written examination.
transfer credit have a maximum of one year to B. Present a portfolio of five written items
do Freshman/Sophomore level English and including a research paper. The content
math CLEPs. However, they may take upper requirement of the portfolio is at the discre-
level CLEPs throughout their college careers. tion of the English 1110 professor.
Transfer students have one semester to com-
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C. Admittance to CIU with academic distinction. to a transcript from another institution is not
The catalog defines the admission policy for accepted.
academic distinction.
10.Can students sit for a CLeP exam outside of
8. how many credit hours can be earned CiU?
through CLeP per transcript? Yes students can take CLEP exams at any
30 hours maximum. testing center as long as the official transcript
9. What documentation is required in order to is sent to CIU. The CIU test site number is
accept CLeP credit transferred from another 5116.
institution? 11.What office or department is the key
The original CLEP transcript must be sent contact for questions about this policy?
directly from CLEP to CIU. CLEP credit posted Undergraduate School Dean's Office.
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Calendar, Maps and Index
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DIRECTIONS TO CIU MAIN CAMPUS
Columbia International
University
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CIU Main Campus
1 Alumni Ministry Center 14 Walker Hall - Student Residence
2 Administration Building - Security
- Accounting/Cashier 15 Founders Hall - Student Residence
- Admissions 16 Petty Hall - Student Residence
- Financial Aid - Health Services
- Placement 17 Fitness Center
- President’s Office 18 McQuilkin Classroom Building P
- Registrar - Marketing Sports Area
3 Fisher Classroom Building - Pamplin Auditorium
4 Shortess Chapel 19 Schuster Classroom Building P
5 Distance Education Center 14 10
- Copy Center
11
6 Prayer Towers 13
7 Physical Plant
8 East Hall - Student Residence
15 9
9 Memorial Hall - Student Residence
- Residence Life Office
10 West Hall - Student Residence 12
11 Student Center
5 8
- ATM Machine 16 4 7
- Bookstore
P 3
- Dining Room (upper level)
- Post Office
- Student Life Office 17
12 Library
2
13 Ridderhof Building 6
- 89.7 WMHK Radio
- Computer Lab
- Hoke Auditorium 18
P
19
P = Parking P
1
P
P Sports Area
20
21
To Ben Lippen School
resident housing
22
23
P
P 24
To Monticello Road
(Hwy. 215)
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Index
A F
Academic & Disability Services ..........................85 Faculty Directed Study ......................................116
Academic Advising ..............................................85 Family & Church Education ................................42
Academic Dean’s List ........................................120 Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act
Academic Petitions ............................................118 (FERPA)............................................................124
Academic Probation ..........................................119 Federal Stafford Loans ......................................109
Accreditation ........................................................12 Federal Work-Study ..........................................109
Admission Requirements ....................................97 Financial Aid ......................................................108
Advanced Placement ........................................101 Fleece, G. Allen ......................................................6
Applied English ....................................................26 Focus on the Family Institute ..............................82
Associate of Arts Degree ....................................18 Food Services ......................................................94
Association for Biblical Higher Education ..........12
G
Attendance ........................................................120
General Studies....................................................45
B Grading System ................................................123
Bachelor’s Degree ................................................20 Graduate Institute for Applied Linguistics
Bible Certificate ....................................................17 (GIAL) ................................................................82
Bible Teaching ......................................................29 H
Biblical Languages ..............................................33 Health Services ....................................................94
Bookstore ............................................................85 History ....................................................................6
Business & Organizational Leadership................36 Housing ................................................................91
Humanities............................................................48
C
Career Services ....................................................93 I
College Level Examinations Program (CLEP)....101 Incomplete Grade ..............................................123
Communication ....................................................37 Independent Distance Learning ........................117
Community Standards ........................................88 Institute for Strategic Languages & Cultures ......83
Concurrent Enrollment ......................................100 Intercultural Studies ............................................51
Copy Center ........................................................85 International Community Development ..............54
International Students........................................110
D
J
Declaring a Major ................................................20
Jerusalem University College ..............................81
Delta Epsilon Chi Honor Society ......................126
Jones, William H. .............................................. 4, 6
Denominational Relationships ............................11
Digital Media Production ....................................40 K
Dismissal from CIU ............................................120
L
Doctrinal Standard ..............................................10
Library ..................................................................85
E Los Angeles Film Studies Center ........................83
Educational Philosophy..........................................7 M
Educational Triad..................................................10 McQuilkin, Robertson ............................................6
EduVenture ..........................................................82 Middle Eastern Studies........................................55
English Language Proficiency Requirement ....100 Miller, Johnny V.......................................................6
English ..................................................................41 Ministry Resource Department............................86
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S V
Scholastic Honors..............................................126 Victorious Christian Living......................................6
Scholastic Privilege ............................................122
Selective Service System ....................................12 W
South Carolina Independent Colleges & Washington Journalism Center ..........................83
Universities........................................................12 Winter Studies ......................................................81
Southern Association of Colleges & Schools ......12
Withdrawal from CIU..........................................120
Spouse Tuition Benefits ....................................111
Student Computing Center ................................86 X
Student Life ..........................................................87
Student Rights....................................................113 Y
Student Teaching ................................................29 Youth Ministry ......................................................75
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