2013-2014 Course Catalog by Trinity Lutheran College

2013-2014

COURSE CATALOG

2013-2014 COURSE CATALOG

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CONTENTS Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Welcome..................................................................................................................................................................................7 About Trinity Lutheran College............................................................................................................................................................... 9 Student Life.................................................................................................................................................................................................13 Admission & Registration........................................................................................................................................................................ 19 Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid.................................................................................................................................................................. 25 Academic Information............................................................................................................................................................................ 35 Programs of Study.................................................................................................................................................................................... 47 Course Descriptions................................................................................................................................................................................ 95 Personnel.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 125 Contact Information.............................................................................................................................................................................. 128 Index.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 129

This catalog is not a contract, but rather an informational guide for the

academic and graduation requirements rests with each individual student.

convenience of students. While every effort is made to provide accurate

Trinity Lutheran College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

and up-to-date information at the time of publication, the college reserves

sex, creed, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of

the right to change, without notice, statements in this catalog concerning

any sensory, mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or

policies, academic offerings and calendars, rules of conduct, and tuition

political ideology, if applicable, or any other status or characteristic protected

and fees. Changes go into effect whenever the proper authorities so

by local, state, or federal law, in its admission policies, educational, employ-

determine and apply not only to prospective students, but also to those

ment, or student financial aid programs. Veterans: Information contained in

who at that time are matriculated in the college. The college reserves the

this publication is hereby certified as true and correct in content and policy

right to discontinue courses at any time. Students are expected to confer

as of the date of publication, in compliance with the Veterans Administration

with their academic advisors for precise information concerning academic

DVB Circular 20-76-84 and Public Law 94-502. Trinity Lutheran College is in

programs. Advising by anyone, whether authorized or otherwise, inconsis-

compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. See

tent with published statements is not binding. Final responsibility for meeting

Student Records Policy on page 39.

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PRESIDENT’S WELCOME Dear Student, At Trinity, we say that “small is the new big.” When we say “small,” we refer only to the size of our student body. We are a small college, and proud of it. This allows our faculty and staff to spend quality time with students, guiding them, and helping them discover their callings. But our students do big things. They go on to Ph.D. programs, top-tier graduate programs, dynamic jobs, and—regardless of their career—lives of leadership and service. We are glad you have chosen to be a part of this important, unique legacy. In this catalog, we share with you our policies and standards, related to your academic experience. Commitment to quality, especially quality outcomes, is something we take seriously. Likewise, because of our ability to be nimble, we foster a spirit of innovation. In our changing world, it is important for us to train leaders who will go on to solve the challenges of the future with faithfulness and creativity. Of course, you get what you put into any college experience. Faculty stand by, ready to invest in your life. Personal attention is something we take to a whole new level. Faculty take their role of advising before, during, and after graduation seriously. So, to make the most of your time with us, be sure to stay in regular contact with those who are here to invest in your education. Sincerely,

John Reed President

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About Trinity Lutheran College Our Mission Trinity Lutheran College, through biblically-centered education, develops Christian leaders with a global perspective whose lives and ministry serve Jesus Christ in church and society.

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Mission “Trinity Lutheran College, through biblically-centered education, develops Christian leaders with a global perspective whose lives and ministry serve Jesus Christ in church and society.”

Heritage Trinity Lutheran College was founded in 1944 as the Lutheran Bible Institute of Seattle (LBIS), rooted in a wider early 20th century movement among American Lutheran denominations. The Lutheran Bible Institute was historically linked to a variety of European and Protestant Bible teaching institutions that grew out of the church renewal movements, on the European continent and in Great Britain, during the preceding two centuries. These movements sought to offer systematic, in-depth study of Scripture to lay persons in the historic Reformation tradition. The college’s first campus was located in downtown Seattle, though it soon moved to the Greenwood area of north Seattle. In 1979, the college relocated to the Providence Heights Campus in Issaquah, Wash., a 39acre wooded campus formerly owned by the Sisters of Providence. In 2008, the college moved from Issaquah to downtown Everett, Wash., remodeling the former Port Gardner building. The current campus includes the Campus Center, an adjacent parking garage and two student apartment buildings. The college’s name was changed to Trinity Lutheran College in 1998 to reflect its status as a four-year, accredited college. Trinity is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, one of the six 10

regional accrediting bodies recognized by the United States Department of Education. Today, Trinity offers over 40 areas of study within 11 majors and 17 minors, as well as a two-year Associate of Biblical Studies degree, one-year Certificates in Professional Studies, and a one-year Certificate in Biblical Studies. The college maintains its distinctiveness as a biblically centered institution by requiring all students seeking bachelor’s degrees to complete the Trinity CRUX Curriculum, which includes foundational exploration of biblical texts, personal formation and service learning.

Commitments Trinity is not affiliated with any single Lutheran denomination. As an independent college with a Lutheran heritage, Trinity is committed to upholding that tradition while seeking a close partnership in ministry with all Christian churches and service to the community as a whole. The Lutheran expression of the Christian faith emphasizes God’s grace in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Word and the Sacraments are the means of grace by which God’s love reaches people today. The gift of faith through the means of grace makes people right with God and empowers them as inheritors of eternal life. Trinity accepts and acknowledges the Canonical Books of the Old and New Testaments as the revealed Word of God. The college acknowledges the three ecumenical creeds of the Trinitarian Christian tradition: The Apostles’ Creed, the Nicene Creed and the Athanasian Creed. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Trinity welcomes students from all backgrounds to join the conversations within this faith-motivated community. Students enjoy both academic freedom and classes with faculty who are willing to address the great questions of life in which faith and scholarship intersect.

on- or off-campus service experiences that are supervised by faculty and community professionals. Thousands of hours are donated each year to the surrounding community; through this process, students learn about their strengths and their callings in life.

Service and service-learning is a way of life and education at Trinity. Faculty, staff and students offer their talents and resources by serving in congregations and community organizations, especially in the Pacific Northwest. Students participate through Trinity’s Service Learning Practicum program. Learning and serving go hand-in-hand in the task of preparing effective disciples for a life of Christ-centered service.

Majors allow students in-depth study of a specific area of interest. Competent and caring faculty members work closely with students to create an enriching learning environment.

Character and Values Distinctiveness General education courses instruct students about important disciplines of life. In addition to the integration of biblical themes throughout the curriculum, Trinity emphasizes intercultural and global perspectives and provides students with opportunities to engage new cultural contexts domestically and abroad. The breadth of all general studies courses helps students become well-rounded individuals who will develop the intellectual tools to address an array of life challenges and opportunities. Students are taught to research thoroughly, argue persuasively, read critically and solve problems creatively. A liberal arts education, therefore, is one that does not merely communicate facts but helps students develop advanced skills that will allow them to fill positions of leadership in their chosen vocations.

A very low student-to-faculty ratio is distinctive for Trinity students. This personalized attention helps guide students toward professional placement and graduate school.

The Living-Learning Community Trinity students are not sheltered or shielded from engagement with society; rather they are encouraged and coached through the process of entering the fray of their immediate community in creative and active ways. Trinity’s LivingLearning Community model makes every square foot of the college a learning laboratory. It fosters an environment in which each community experience is an intentional part of a holistic education. Similarly, the greater Everett area serves as a classroom through service learning and community engagement opportunities. These are some examples of how the Living-Learning Community affects the student experience: •

The student store becomes a “laboratory” for business students to practice marketing, accounting, and management skills.

Our Lutheran heritage emphasizes the centrality of the Bible, vocational discernment and critical thought about living faithfully through service. These three foci are important elements of the core requirements for all students. Recognizing that there is no neutral vantage point from which to engage the core biblical texts and spirituality of ancient Israel and the early Christian church, we invite students from all backgrounds to engage the Bible from their own perspectives. Faculty members bring the perspective of their own rich and varied Christian traditions but respect and support the deep Lutheran roots of the college and its curriculum. CRUX courses involve what we call the “Common Conversation;” this is because, despite our various perspectives, the biblical texts challenge each of us to examine ways in which our education helps us live, learn and serve our world faithfully.

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Professors participate in student life by leading conversations, seminars, and other activities that connect classroom and extracurricular activities.

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Staff members participate in the educational experience of students through advising and spiritual development roles.

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Chapel leadership becomes a course that prepares students to become future leaders in community worship settings.

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Professors use their best gifts and passions for the benefit of the whole community. For instance, professors might teach conflict resolution skills within the context of creating roommate agreements.

The Service Learning Practicum, a key element of the CRUX, has been a distinctive part of Trinity’s educational program for decades. Full-time students participate in

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Music students participate in community church choirs as part of their college education.

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Accreditation Trinity Lutheran College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), one of six regional associations in the United States that accredit schools and colleges. NWCCU is recognized by the United States Secretary of Education.

Academic Partnerships Trinity is a member of the Affiliated Learning Partners that exists as a consortium of higher education institutions including Luther Seminary, St. Paul, Minnesota; Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary, Berkeley, California; Concordia University, Portland, Oregon; and Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, Washington. This consortium acts as the institutional arm of Lutheran Educational Network and Support, which provides enrichment, collegiate, and graduate Lutheran education in the Pacific Northwest. Trinity is also a member of the Lutheran Educational Conference of North America (LECNA). LECNA, which was formed in 1910, is the oldest existing inter-Lutheran organization in the United States and Canada. Its purpose is to encourage, assist, and promote cooperation among Lutheran colleges and universities in the United States and Canada.

Location and Facilities The Trinity Lutheran College Campus Center is located at 2802 Wetmore Ave., at the corner of California St. and Wetmore Ave in Everett, Washington. The Campus Center has five floors devoted to classrooms, administrative offices, faculty offices, the library, a student store and a commons area. The center is served by a parking garage connected by a skywalk. Student housing is nearby, as is the YMCA, which is available for student use at no cost.

Downtown you will find the Comcast Arena, a northwest destination for exciting events from racing to concerts. On the waterfront, enjoy the second-largest marina on the West Coast and nearly 50 miles of shoreline. Professional sports teams call Everett home: the Everett Silvertips ice hockey team and the AquaSox minor league baseball team offer affordable tickets and thrilling competition. Along with more than 1,600 acres of beautiful parks, trails and playgrounds, Everett has a revitalized downtown with shops, churches, businesses, restaurants, and housing. Everett is a great place to experience college life. Just 35 minutes to the south of Everett is Seattle, the “Emerald City,” boasting some of the tallest skyscrapers west of the Mississippi. Seattle is a cosmopolitan city with many facets. It is the crossroads of commerce with Asia and the gateway to Alaska. Second only to New York in live theater, it is rich in opportunities for cultural development and entertainment. Continually rated as one of America’s most livable cities, Seattle and its surrounding area were appraised by Rand McNally as America’s number one best vacation spot, making it a great weekend get-away. For those who prefer glistening icy pinnacles to glittering crystal towers, the Pacific Northwest has no shortage of mountains to inspire spiritual retreats and winter fun. Rising well over two miles into the sky, the Cascade Mountains point like marble cathedrals toward the heavens. Mt. St. Helens and her sleeping grandfather, Mt. Rainier, are two famous names among five equally majestic volcanic peaks. Fishing, skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking abound. In the winter, it is a wilderness of pristine Arctic splendor; and in the summer, the music of innumerable cascading streams, for which the mountains are named, flows over hillsides painted orange and red by the leaves of Indian paintbrush.

About Everett, Washington Everett, named an “All-America City,” is a great place to call home. In a region brimming with world renowned landmarks, corporations and scenery, Everett boasts some of best of the Puget Sound.

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Student Life

Purpose Student Life at Trinity exists to develop leaders serving Christ and society by nurturing holistic learning and development and creating a vibrant educational community.

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Purpose Student Life at Trinity exists to develop leaders serving Christ and society by nurturing holistic learning and development and creating a vibrant educational community.

Opportunities Associated Student Body Every student who is registered at Trinity is a member of the Associated Student Body (ASB). Members of the ASB elect student officers who represent student opinions in decisionmaking and action.

Trinity Student Government Trinity Student Government (TSG) is made up of six officers who are elected in the spring. TSG represents the interests of students to the administration and Board of Directors, as well as administers the ASB fee, plans events for all students, manages student clubs and facilitates opportunities for involvement and spiritual growth.

Spiritual Life and Worship The Trinity community centers around learning, service, worship and prayer. Engaging our Christian faith in traditional and creative ways, we share the common purpose of equipping one another for lives that serve Jesus Christ. The worship life at Trinity is an experiential learning laboratory, where emerging leaders are living out their faith in authentic and innovative ways that will shape tomorrow’s church. The Trinity community is engaged in this shared 14

mission, and together—students, faculty, staff, guests and friends—we join in the work of making disciples, discerning vocations and seeking to proclaim the Gospel in a manner that is meaningful and powerful in our complex and everchanging world. Trinity is committed to the spiritual growth of each student. In order to facilitate spiritual growth, both individually and corporately, each member of the community is encouraged to participate regularly in our Tuesday Chapel. Chapel worship is an interactive experience that draws from the deep resources of the Christian tradition while seeking new and innovative ways to engage and express our shared spiritual journey—particularly though the arts. Rooted in our Lutheran identity, Chapel draws on the gifts of all the members of our community—both within Trinity and in the wider community. If you have a way in which you’d like to contribute to the life of worship at Trinity, contact the Campus Pastor. Each person is encouraged to worship regularly with and participate in a local congregation.

Clubs Student clubs at Trinity offer many opportunities for students to collaborate with their peers who have like interests, hobbies, and passions. Clubs can be organized around performance, publication, social justice, sports or a special interest. Because they are student-initiated and managed, clubs are a way for students to enrich the atmosphere of Trinity, provide avenues for students to express their passions and interests, develop leadership and management skills and have fun.

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TSG manages and oversees student clubs. For information on how to start a club and how to get funding, see the TSG Executive Vice President.

Intercollegiate Athletics Trinity sponsors both men’s and women’s teams in four intercollegiate sports: cross-country, golf, track and field, and soccer. Our teams compete as members of the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA), Division I, and play against other programs in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and Division III.

including vehicles and bikes parked on or near campus. Items found on the campus will be kept in the lost and found at the Information Desk. Unclaimed items will be disposed of after 30 days.

Responsibilities and Policies

SOAR (Summer Orientation, Advising and Registration): Orientation days held during the summer to welcome and register new students.

Trinity believes the Bible gives guidance for Christian living. Therefore, we believe that as Christians we are called to live a distinctive lifestyle in this world, characterized by love and respect for others. Recognizing that the Scriptures do not provide specifics regarding all social practices, they do, nonetheless, advocate self-control in that which is harmful or offensive to others. Therefore, policies for conduct that contribute to the goals of the college and encourage harmonious and effective community living have been adopted.

Welcome Weekend: The days before the fall semester begins dedicated to welcoming new students.

All policies can be found in the Student Handbook. Specific policies include, but are not limited to:

Opening Convocation: The celebrative worship service opening the academic year each fall.

Firearms and Explosives: The possession of firearms, ammunition, fireworks, gun look-a-likes or any other lethal or dangerous devices is prohibited on campus.

Traditions and Special Events

Advent Festival Concerts: Usually held the first weekend in December, these choir concerts are a highlight of the Advent and Christmas seasons. Awards and Honors Chapel: Students, faculty and staff are honored for their contributions to the Trinity community and for their achievements. Baccalaureate: A worship service held the evening before commencement. Commencement: A time-honored ceremony that recognizes and honors the completion of the graduates’ academic work and service.

Security Although security coverage is provided, there is no foolproof way of preventing loss of property through theft or vandalism. Therefore it is imperative that all members of the Trinity community contribute by being alert to the safety and security of the campus, and promptly reporting any suspicious circumstances to the Dean of Students, Director of Facilities, Director of Residence Life or Residence Life staff as appropriate.

Tobacco: In accordance with state law, the use of tobacco is not allowed in or within 25 feet of any campus facilities. Alcohol and Drugs: The consumption of alcoholic beverages by students is prohibited on the Trinity campus, including the Trinity apartments. Washington State Law prohibits the use of alcohol by persons under 21 years of age, or making alcohol available to persons under 21 years of age. Students breaking the law or abusing alcohol will be subject to disciplinary action. The use of unlawful drugs is not permitted on or off campus and will be subject to disciplinary action. Sexual Misconduct/Harassment: Human sexuality is presented in the Bible as a good and gracious part of God’s creation. Members of our community have the right to work, study and communicate with each other in an atmosphere free from unsolicited and unwelcome communication of a sexual nature. Trinity will take action to prevent and eliminate inappropriate behavior of this nature. Individuals who engage in this behavior may be subject to disciplinary action, as well as criminal and/or civil prosecution. Students who believe they have been the subject of any sexual harassment or who have concerns about the appropriateness of the behavior of a student or employee should report the alleged act immediately to the Dean of Students.

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Student Records and Confidentiality Certain items of information about individual students are fundamental to the educational process and must be recorded. In compliance with FERPA, this recorded data concerning students is used only for clearly defined purposes and is safeguarded and controlled to avoid violations of personal privacy. Trinity has the responsibility to effectively supervise any access to and/or release of official information about its students. In this regard, Trinity is committed to protecting the right to privacy of all individuals about whom it holds information, records and files. Access to such records is restricted to the student concerned, to parents of a dependent student, to others with the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s written consent, to officials within the college and to a court of competent legal jurisdiction.

Trinity Student Counseling Center During the years of college, students are in the process of developing healthy social, spiritual and sexual identities, cultivating meaningful relationship and building accurate self-images. When difficulties arise in these areas, the Student Counseling Center provides a comfortable, affirming and honest atmosphere in which self-exploration can take place. The Trinity Student Counseling Center functions within a broad model that includes preventive, developmental, and supportive interventions. It provides individual counseling, medical and psychiatric referrals, referrals to therapists off-campus and referrals for assessment and testing for various needs. These services are confidential. The Student Counseling Center also conducts seminars and workshops for the campus. Problem areas the Student Counseling Center can assist with include depression, eating disorders, effects of sexual abuse, effects of trauma or crisis, family conflicts, fear and anxiety, feelings of inadequacy or failure, grief, guilt, loneliness, low self-esteem, management of chronic illness, management of stress, marriage and parenting issues, perfectionism, planning for future decisions, premarital issues, sexual concerns, step-family adjustments, substance abuse, and suicidal feelings. There is a nominal fee of $15 per session. The Student Counseling Center is located on the third floor. For more information about the Counseling Center and to schedule appointments, see the Assistant to the Deans on the third floor. 16

Residence Life Trinity Apartments Trinity offers private, furnished rooms for full-time students. Living within the Trinity community in student housing is a valuable enhancement to the educational experience. All single students under 21 years of age are required to live in the residence halls unless they live at home with a parent or guardian. Director of Residence Life and Resident Assistants: The Director of Residence Life lives on campus in the Trinity Apartments, has responsibility for the security and well-being of the residents and is on call for emergencies. Student Resident Assistants are selected to serve as liaisons and community facilitators within the residence units. Apartment Hours: For security purposes and because a rested body and mind are most conducive for learning, students are expected to comply with residence hall rules and regulations. Quiet hours are established out of respect and consideration for neighbors and coincide with city of Everett noise policies. Quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 8 a.m daily. Laundry Facilities: The Trinity Apartments have a laundry room equipped with washers and dryers, located on the basement level. Mail Services: Mailboxes serviced directly by the US Postal Service are provided for each student living in the Trinity Apartments. Students are responsible to notify the USPS of their intention to receive mail at the Trinity Apartments.

Housing During Breaks The Trinity Apartments will remain open during Thanksgiving and Spring breaks. Students are encouraged to take time away from campus between semesters in December. Students will be charged $200 for staying the apartments between semesters and must meet the following conditions: 1.

Studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account is current

2. The student is not on disciplinary probation 3. The student has lived in the Trinity Apartments for the fall semester and is remaining in the Trinity Apartments during the spring semester. Students who are Trinity Apartment residents in the fall semester are welcome to stay in the apartments during January Term without additional charge, provided they TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

remain a paying resident in the apartments during the following spring semester. If the student moves out of the Trinity Apartments after January 6, 2014, the student must pay $500. There will be no food service when campus is closed. Summer housing is available for those students who are enrolled in the preceding and proceeding academic year and graduating seniors.

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Admission & Registration

A Trinity Education Trinity offers a biblically centered liberal arts education that will challenge you to own your faith, your intellect and your path.

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Eligibility Applicants must have a high school grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher to be granted full acceptance. Students with a GPA between 2.0 and 2.5 may be accepted for admission to the college on a covenant basis, agreeing to work closely with an academic advisor, take no more than 12.5 credits and limit extra-curricular activities. Applicants for admission to Trinity must have either a high school diploma or a high school diploma equivalent (GED) or certification of high school completion. Applicants who have completed the following courses in high school will be given priority in the admission process: •

Four credits of English

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Three credits of mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II, or Integrated Math I, II, & III or higher level math)

Trinity does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, creed, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or political ideology. Discrimination and harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our educational philosophy and will not be tolerated.

Application Procedures To enroll as a full-time or part-time student working toward a degree or certificate, applicants should submit a complete application online at TLC.edu/admissions. Requests for a paper application can be made by calling 1.800.843.5659.

Application Timeline

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Senior year math-based quantitative course (additional math or an algebra-based science course)

High school students may begin the application process after they have finished their junior year. Students applying for fall admission are encouraged to complete an application by February 1 for priority financial aid consideration.

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Two credits of science (with two lab sciences: one algebra based and one biology, chemistry, or physics-based)

Priority application deadlines: Fall Semester Spring Semester

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Three credits of social science

Notice of Admission to Students

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One year of a foreign language

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One year of fine, visual or performing arts

May 1 November 1

Applicants will be notified of the admission decision by mail. Early applicants for fall semester of the next academic year will be notified after October of the year before their matriculating.

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First Year Admission •

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High school students must submit official high school transcripts. Students who have received a high school diploma equivalent must submit an official copy of their GED. Trinity accepts the ACT or SAT as a college entrance examination. Trinity code numbers for the tests are: SAT-4408, ACT-4453. Scores listed on an official high school transcript will be accepted. Applicants do not need to submit scores if they are not required to submit a high school transcript. All students are required to submit a personal statement. A campus interview may be requested. Visits to the campus are strongly encouraged to provide valuable information with which to make an appropriate college decision.

The Admissions staff carefully consider a student’s academic performance, test scores, recommendation, as well as school, church and community involvement.

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International Student Application for Admission. All application components must be written in, or translated into, English.

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Reasons for applying: On separate paper, describe (in 200 words or less) the reasons for desiring to attend Trinity. Attach to the Application Form.

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Official transcripts with certified English translations must be sent from high schools and all previously attended colleges.

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One recommendation from a person who is not related to the applicant. The application packet contains the forms to be used.

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Official documentation of financial resources: a letter and proof of finances (bank statement) or financial sponsor (if applicable).

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Official TOEFL score, if English is not the native language.

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Upon acceptance for admission to the college, a 40% percent payment of tuition for the first semester may be required.

International Student Admission

Transfer Student Admission

Trinity welcomes students from other countries into its college programs and is authorized by federal law to enroll non-immigrants.

You may apply as a transfer student if you have graduated from high school or earned an equivalent diploma, and seek to transfer college-level credit to Trinity from another regionally accredited college or university. To be considered for transfer admission to Trinity, you need one year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours) of college level academic coursework.

To meet minimum requirements, an applicant must: •

Be 17 years of age

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Have graduated from high school (or equivalent)

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Earn a score 197 or higher on the computerbased TOEFL (525 paper-based) if entering from a non-English speaking country. To submit an official TOEFL score, use institution code 4408. Registration materials for the examination are available from TOEFL Services: TOEFL Services P.O. Box 6151 Princeton, NJ 08541-6151 Phone: (609) 771-7500 FAX: (609) 771-7500 www.toefl.org

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Transfer students must list all colleges previously attended on the application and provide transcripts from those colleges.

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All students are required to submit a personal statement.

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A campus interview may be requested. Visits to the campus are strongly encouraged to provide valuable information with which to make an appropriate college decision.

Part-time, Non-Matriculated Students Part-time students who are not working toward a degree or certificate may simply register for courses by mail, online, or in person. Call the Registrar’s Office to make an appointment to register and make payment. 21

When part-time students have completed six credits, they must either declare a “non-degree” status with the Office of the Registrar if they are attending Trinity for personal enrichment and are not pursuing a certificate or degree, or matriculate by completing the application procedures if they plan on working toward a degree or certificate.

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A completed On-Campus Housing Application, including a $300 damage deposit, if moving into the campus housing.

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A completed Medical History Form and Measles Immunization.

Readmission of Former Students

Deferred Admission

Students who officially withdrew and are returning after an absence of less than two years may simply complete an “Application for Readmission.” They must also submit official transcripts from colleges attended during the absence from Trinity.

Accepted applicants may request to defer admission to a later semester. Application files are valid for two years following original acceptance. After two years, the student must reapply.

After an absence of two academic years or unofficial withdrawal, students must reapply, following the regular Application Procedures.

Admissions Enrollment Deposit Fall semester not refundable after May 1. Spring semester not refundable after December 10.

A student who was dismissed for academic reasons must present sufficient college-level coursework from an accredited institution or other evidence that demonstrates ability to achieve the minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA required to remain in good academic standing. A student who was dismissed for any other reason must show evidence indicating that the circumstance that led to disqualification has been resolved in order to be eligible for re-admission. Readmitted students must satisfy the requirements of the current catalog.

Accepted Student Process Accepted students are required to submit the following to the Office of Admission: •

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A $200 Enrollment Deposit to indicate intent to enroll. The deposit payment is to be made before May 1, the National Date of Declaration for all students admitted to Trinity for fall semester. For students admitted after April 15, payment is due within two weeks from the date of acceptance to Trinity. The date for advance payment for the spring semester is November 1. This amount will be credited to the student’s account for the first semester of enrollment. It is non-refundable after the application deadlines listed above. A completed Intent to Enroll form.

All refunded deposits will be charged a $35 processing fee.

Orientation Students are expected to attend orientation before they matriculate. For fall admits there are two components to Orientation, beginning with Summer Orientation, Advising and Registration (SOAR). In order to register for classes, new students must meet with their Academic Advisor, assigned at the event. SOAR is held multiple times throughout the summer. Students who live outside of Western Washington and International Students may request an over-the-phone advising appointment. Students will not be permitted to register for classes until all steps within the enrollment process have been completed. Welcome Weekend is the second part of the orientation process. Welcome Weekend will introduce you to more aspects of the Trinity community. Students living on campus, you will move into campus housing during this time. Students accept responsibility for making up missed work and for any academic penalties associated with late arrival.

Registration Registration is complete when all forms have been filed with the Registrar and financial arrangements have been made. Circumstances may alter Trinity’s ability to provide certain educational experiences, and Trinity reserves the right to discontinue any course or program without prior notice. As a general rule, an enrollment of seven students is required to offer an elective course.

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Late Fees Full-time continuing students registering after the day(s) specified for registration are subject to a late registration fee of $100.

Changes in Registration Students may make changes in their registration during a specified add/drop period at the beginning of each term. After the last day to add/drop, courses may not be added. Students may change sections of a course by arrangement with the instructor and notification to the Registrar. Students dropping courses after the last day to withdraw will receive grades of “W” (withdrawal). Students are cautioned to maintain 12 credits for maintaining financial aid.

Withdrawal from College Students wishing to leave Trinity in good standing before completing a program of studies must withdraw at the Registrar’s Office.

is not met, a grade of UA (Unsatisfactory Audit) may, at the discretion of the instructor, be placed on student’s transcript. Audit hours may not be counted as part of the 12 credits needed for qualification as a full-time student. Academic Probation: The status of students whose cumulative GPA falls below 2.00. Disciplinary Probation: Status of students for whom a contract of disciplinary action has been written. See the Student Handbook for the policy.

Student Class Standing First-year

0-29 earned credits including transfer

Sophomore

30-59 earned credits including transfer

Junior

60-89 earned credits including transfer

Senior

90 or more earned credits including transfer

Note: Senior status does not necessarily ensure graduation with that class.

Students withdrawing during the add/drop period will have no record of the quarter on their transcripts. Students withdrawing after the Drop-Add Period will show grades of “W” (withdrawal) for the term.

Definition of Student Status Matriculated: Students who have enrolled as degree seeking. Non-Matriculated: Non-degree seeking students. Nonmatriculated students may register for any course where Prerequisites are met. Students may take courses concurrently at Trinity and at another accredited institution, e.g., 10 credits at Trinity, 5.0 credits elsewhere. Full-Time: Students registered for 12 or more semester credits. Part-Time: Degree or non-degree seeking students registered for fewer than 12 credits. Good Standing: Students currently meeting financial, academic standards, student life, and library obligations. Credit: Coursework is graded; transcript record; all coursework mandatory. Audit: No grades; transcript record; coursework optional, but 90% attendance mandatory. If attendance requirement TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Program Declaration Students seeking a bachelor’s degree apply for acceptance into the major program through the respective Department Chair. Each department establishes its own acceptance criteria and deadlines. Students may change majors at any time, though additional time to complete the program may be required. Certificate of Professional Studies (CPS) candidates declare their program choice as a part of the admission process and before the beginning of classes. Their one-year program is planned with their Academic Advisor.

Transfer of Credits Trinity may accept up to 90 semester credits toward a B.A. degree and 30 semester credits toward an ABS degree. To convert quarter credits to semester credits, multiply quarter credits by 2 and divide by 3. Credits may be accepted from the sources outlined below. Accredited Institutions: Credits from accredited institutions may be accepted for transfer to: 1) meet the general studies requirements for a B.A., or 2) substitute for Trinity courses. A grade of “C-” or higher is necessary for required courses, except for English Composition which requires a minimum grade of “C.” A grade of “D” may be accepted toward 23

elective credit only if the cumulative grade point is 2.0 or higher. Upper division credits (300-400 level) are accepted only from regionally accredited institutions. Non-accredited Institutions: Trinity reserves the right to accept credits from non-accredited institutions. Any credits accepted will be considered tentative until the student’s scholarship is validated by one semester of full-time study with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher. The conditions for accredited institutions apply. Transfer of further credits from a non-accredited institution is not allowed after establishment of a Trinity record. Distance Learning (Online), Extension and/or Correspondence: Credits from distance learning, extension and/or correspondence courses may transfer, provided they meet the institutional criteria noted above. Advanced Placement Credit Policy: Students who have participated in College Board Advanced Placement Program may be eligible for Trinity credits. Students should have College Board send scores directly to Trinity. Scores of three (3) or above may result in credit. The Registrar and Academic Dean, in consultation with the appropriate academic department, will determine credit. Students who have earned the International Baccalaureate Diploma may be awarded credit for Higher Level passes with scores of five or higher. The Registrar and office of the Academic Dean, in consultation with the appropriate academic department, will determine credit. CLEP: Credits may be granted for the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) in accordance with the American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations.

Transcript of Academic Record Students and former students are encouraged to request transcripts online. Transcript requests may also be made in writing to the Registrar’s Office by e-mailing Registrar@TLC.edu, or by postal mail to:

Trinity Lutheran College 2802 Wetmore Ave. Everett, WA 98201

Please include your name, any prior names, birth date, dates of attendance, and address (for mailing). Requests are honored if financial accounts are in good standing. Every effort is made to process transcript requests the next day. Official transcripts that are dated, stamped with the Registrar’s seal are acceptable evidence of each student’s academic achievements and good standing with Trinity. Academic records are subject to the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

Graduation Students planning to graduate must fill out the “Application for Graduation Form” from the Registrar’s Office prior to their final semester. There is a $100 graduation fee, due at the time of application.

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Tuition, Fees & Financial Aid

Tremendous Value Trinity has one of the lowest tuitions of all private four-year colleges in the state of Washington.

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Tuition Costs Full-Time Students

Trinity Alumni Audit Discount

Full-time is defined as students enrolled in 12-17 credits per semester. An additional $1,110 per credit hour is charged for all credits over 17.0 per semester.

Trinity offers alumni and former students who have taken 30 or more semester credits the opportunity to audit two courses per year at no charge. Travel courses are not included. Seats must be available in the class and upper-level courses may require instructor approval. For information, contact the registrar.

January Term tuition rate is $1,110 per credit hour. If a student is registered full-time for fall or spring semester, there is no additional charge for up to 4 credits in January Term.

Additional Fees

Part-Time Students Part-time Students

Per credit hour Per audit hour

Tuition (1-6 credits)

$555

Tuition (7-11 credits)

$1,110

An ASB and Student Activity Fee of $150 is charged for parttime students enrolled in 7-11 credits; students with 7-11 audit hours are charged $50. Part-time students enrolled in seven or more credits also pay a $30 technology free.

Senior Citizen Audit Discount Trinity offers senior citizens (55 years or older) the chance to audit one course per semester for $100. Travel courses are not included. Seats must be available in the class and upper-level courses may require instructor approval. For information, contact the registrar.

FULL-TIME TUITION

Fall Semester

The charges listed above do not include lab fees, personal expenses, textbooks, or the following miscellaneous fees:

Choir Fee (per semester) $25

Music Lessons

$375-400 per course

Graduation Fee

$100

Campus Center Parking $120 per semester

Other fees may be charged for courses, such as lab fees, art supplies, or expenses related to off-campus travel or activities. Please note The Board of Directors and Administration of Trinity Lutheran College reserve the right to change the tuition and fees at any time..

Spring Semester

ANNUAL TOTALS

Tuition

$13,221

$26,442

Housing (average cost)

$2,850

$5,700

Meal Plan* (Platinum Plan)

$1,250

$2,500

$125

$250

$50

$100

$125

$250

$17,496

$34,992

ASB Fee** Technology Fee Student Activity Fee

TOTAL

*Additional meal plans are available. Please visit TLC.edu for details and pricing. **The ASB and Student Activity Fees are charged for full-time students.

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Housing Costs (2013-14) Room

Students per unit

Single

$4,125

Double

$2,850

Triple

$2,850

Quad

$2,000

Trinity Payment Plan: •

11 monthly installments during the year due the first day of each month.

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Fall semester is billed July through December and Spring semester is billed January through May.

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An administrative fee of $75 per semester will be added to the account balance for using the payment plan.

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If payment is not made by the 10th of each month, an additional late fee of 3% of the balance will be added.

Semester cost per student

Please note that housing fees are subject to change

Housing costs include: Utilities (electricity, water, Wi-Fi access, sewer, garbage), security system, on-site Resident Assistants, housing/maintenance staff, Residence Life activities, use of the Bungalow (community space), on-site laundry facilities, and green space. Apartments are furnished with refrigerator, oven/range, beds, mattresses, dressers, and some kitchen supplies. Deposits: Students living in campus housing must pay a one-time $300 damage deposit. For details, contact Student Services.

Student Accounts All students are asked to submit a completed Payment Plan Agreement and a Meal Plan Form (if applicable) to the Student Accounts Office. If a completed Payment Plan Agreement is not received by July 15 for fall semester or January 15 for spring semester the student will automatically be assigned the Payment in Full plan. Student Accounts accepts cash and checks for payment on account. Credit card payments through Visa, MasterCard or American Express may be made in person or by phone. Payments more than ten days late are subject to a 3% late fee. Students with payments overdue by 30 days are subject to dismissal. Payment options are outlined below. All payment arrangements are coordinated with the amount and type of verified financial assistance that is awarded, excluding work study. Payment in Full: (one semester)* •

Deadline for fall semester - August 15

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Deadline for spring semester and January 15

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Unpaid Accounts Students with unpaid accounts from any previous semester will not be permitted to register for a new semester until all amounts due are paid in full. Unpaid accounts will be charged interest at 3% per month on the balance due until paid. Student transcripts will not be released until all accounts are paid.

Withdrawals & Refunds Any student who is contemplating withdrawal from the college for any reason should first consult the Academic Dean. Refunds due will be provided to students if they have met all financial obligations to the college and obtain a Withdrawal Form from the Registrar’s Office, get the requisite signatures, and return the form with their Trinity Student ID card to the Dean of Students Office. Failure to follow this procedure will result in grades of “F” for all courses and will prevent any refunds from being made.

Tuition Refunds for tuition will be made in the following manner: Days of classes:

1-2

3-5

6-10

11-20

21-25

26-50

Percent Refund:

100%

90%

60%

40%

20%

Other fees The ASB and student activity fees are not refundable after add/drop date. Other lab fees and the choir fee are treated as part of tuition costs.

January Term Travel Initiative Trinity’s mission includes a call to cultivate a global perspective within each student. January Term experiences, which include both international and domestic travel options, are an important part of a student’s development while at the college.

The following restrictions apply to students receiving travel scholarships from the college: •

Students must have completed 30 Trinity credits within the year prior to the travel departure date.

Trinity students may take advantage of a travel-study experience by receiving a travel scholarship from the college. Travel scholarships vary in amount, and certain fees and restrictions apply.

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Students must have had no major disciplinary sanctions during the six months prior to the date of application.

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Students who enjoy employee or employee dependent tuition remission are not eligible for funded travel but may apply for the experience as a paying traveler.

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Students are only eligible for one travel scholarship while a student at Trinity.

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Priority for travel scholarships will be given based on seniority, defined as the number of credit hours completed at Trinity.

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Priority for travel scholarships will be given, secondarily, to students whose majors coincide with the course content of the travel experience.

The following restrictions apply to all students traveling during January Term, whether or not they qualify for a travel scholarship: •

An application must be completed. The application will include a reference from the student’s adviser and an interview with the course professor.

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Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

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Students may not have any outstanding amounts on their student account.

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Students are responsible for passport, visas, immunizations, insurance and tips.

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The college reserves the right to deny a student a travel opportunity based on assessment of a student’s inability to participate in the travel experiences safely or to represent Trinity with integrity.

Only a select number of travel scholarships are available for each trip. This number is based on the overall cost of the trips as well as the number of students traveling each January Term. Please see the Academic Dean if you have further questions.

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Financial Aid at Trinity Because friends of Trinity give generously our tuition is below the national average for private colleges. In addition to this basic assistance, several special sources of financial aid are available, including need-based grants, merit scholarships, loans and employment. Recognizing that many students who desire to attend would be unable to meet all expenses of enrollment from personal or family resources, Trinity is glad to provide assistance to eligible students. The financing of a college education is a partnership between students, their families and the college. Need-based financial aid is available to help fill the gap between students’ potential resources and their allowable educational expenses. Potential resources are parent contribution, summer and academic year employment, savings and assets. The amount of contribution expected from the parents is related to the family’s financial strength, net income, number of dependents, assets, allowable expenses and indebtedness. Merit-based aid for academic achievement, leadership and talent is available in the form of renewable scholarships. The quantity and composition of federally funded awards is based on demonstrated financial need. In addition to the actual tuition, room and board charges, the government allows the following amounts to be included in figuring a student’s need: books, $1000; personal, $1,700; and transportation, $1,200.

Scholarships Trinity offers merit-based scholarships for new students, to include first-year and first-year transfer students with 15 or more semester credits of approved coursework. As a candidate for admission, an applicant will automatically be considered for these awards upon acceptance to the college. All scholarships are based on full-time enrollment. Trinity reserves the right to exclude certain courses when determining GPA.

Academic Scholarships President’s Scholarship: $9,000 to $11,000 per year, awarded to first year students only with a minimum 3.75 GPA and submitted ACT/SAT score. Automatically renews annually for up to three years if a 3.5 GPA is maintained. Trinity Scholarship: $7,000 to $9,000 per year awarded to full-time students with a minimum 3.4 GPA and submitted ACT/SAT score. Automatically renews annually for up to three years if a 3.2 GPA is maintained.

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Honors Scholarship: $4,000 to $7000 per year awarded to students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and submitted ACT/SAT score.

Specialty Scholarships Dean’s Circle Scholarship: Up to 60% tuition per year awarded to students with a minimum 3.25 GPA, submitted ACT/SAT score, and a sample academic writing assignment. To apply contact the Academic Dean. ELCA Bishop’s Scholarship: Up to 50% of tuition per year awarded to students from participating ELCA synods who demonstrate leadership in school, church and community, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and submitted ACT/SAT score. Students apply online at TLC.edu/scholarships. Recipients must enroll full time. Automatically renews annually for up to 3 years if a 3.0 grade point average is maintained. Lenore Myers Scholarship for Youth & Family Ministry: Up to $10,000 per year awarded to full time students intending to major in Children, Youth & Family Studies. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average and SAT score of 1080 or ACT of 23. Apply for this scholarship with a cover letter submitted to the Children, Youth & Family Studies Department. Students with a Purpose: Up to $2000 awarded to students enrolled full time with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate leadership, initiative, or outstanding service in school, church or community.

Talent Scholarships Athletic Talent: Talent awards can be offered regardless of need for recruited athletes. Trinity offers talent awards in men’s and women’s soccer, cross country and golf. Students interested in learning more about athletic talent awards may contact the Athletics Department. Music Talent: Can be awarded, regardless of need, for vocal and musical performance. Students interested in Music Talent Scholarships should contact the Chair of Music department.

Scholarships for Continuing Students The college awards scholarships for continuing students each May based on academic and other criteria. Application is made in the form of an essay submitted to the Financial Aid Office in March of each academic year. Honors Scholarships: Awarded for superior academic achievement. Students must hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.9 or higher to be eligible for consideration. 29

Academic Scholarships: Awarded for commendable academic achievement. Students must hold a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher to be eligible for consideration.

be considered on the basis of availability of remaining funds. It is necessary to make a new application for financial aid for each academic year.

President’s Leadership Scholarship: Awarded to a senior with 30 or more credits at Trinity and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, whose involvement in the college community has made a difference.

State Need Grant

General Achievement Scholarships: Awarded to students based upon academic achievement (3.3 GPA or higher) and significant community involvement.

Need-Based Aid Financial need is largely determined by the analysis of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid Form (FAFSA), which must be filled out by students requesting assistance. A statement of financial condition, called the Student Aid Report (SAR), is generated. The FAFSA analysis determines an expected contribution for college expenses from the students and their parents. Under certain circumstances of student independence, parents are not expected to have the responsibility of assisting their offspring. “Financial Need” is defined as the difference between total student expenses for an academic year and the expected student/parent contribution, and is a primary factor in determining eligibility for most available financial aid. Students must be matriculated and in a declared degree or certificate program to be eligible for federal aid. Application Procedures: •

Fill out the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Trinity school code is 013525.

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As a result of the information received from the FAFSA, the U.S. Department of Education will evaluate an applicant’s eligibility for a Pell Grant, and a Student Aid Report (SAR) will be formulated and sent to the applicant.

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If the school code is used, Trinity receives the SAR electronically. The Financial Aid Office makes a need analysis and notifies the applicant. If offered a Financial Aid Package, the applicant must confirm the award by signing it and returning it to Trinity within the requested time.

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Aid, with the exception of Federal Work Study (FWS), is credited to the student’s account. Onehalf of the amount is disbursed each semester.

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The State Need Grant (SNG) program helps the state’s lowest-income undergraduate students pursue degrees, refine skills, and retrain for new careers. To be eligible, a student’s family income cannot exceed 70 percent of the state’s median.

College Bound Scholarship The College Bound Scholarship program encourages lowincome, middle school students to choose a path that will lead to educational success after high school. The College Bound Scholarship covers the cost of public institution tuition and fees, plus a small book allowance, for low-income students who sign a pledge in 7th or 8th grade promising to graduate from high school and demonstrate good citizenship. The scholarship may also be applied to Trinity’s tuition and fees.

Federally Sponsored Aid The Pell Grant A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid. Pell Grants are awarded to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or a professional degree. Pell Grants are considered a foundation of federal financial aid, to which aid from other federal and nonfederal sources might be added. There are limits on the maximum amount each student is eligible to receive each academic year and in total (aggregate Pell Grant limit). Students may receive less than the maximum award depending not only on financial need, but also on costs to attend school, status as a full-time or parttime student and plans to attend school for a full academic year or less. Any Pell Grant eligible student whose parent or guardian died as a result of military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after Sept. 11, 2001 will receive the maximum annual award. Students must be under 24 years old or enrolled at least part-time in college at the time of the parent’s or guardian’s death. Beginning with the 2012-2013 award year, students can only receive a Pell Grant for up to a maximum of 12 semesters or the equivalent. A student must achieve satisfactory progress (a 2.0 grade point average or higher) to continue receiving a Pell Grant. Students who do not make satisfactory progress TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

during a semester, though given their Pell Grant award for that semester, will not be given their award the next semester until satisfactory progress is re-established. If satisfactory progress is not established before the end of the semester, they will lose their award for that semester. Application for the Pell Grant program is made by completing a FAFSA.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) program is for undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Pell Grant recipients with the lowest expected family contributions will be considered first for a FSEOG. Just like Pell Grants, the FSEOG does not have to be repaid. Students can receive between $100 and $4,000 per year. The SEOG is awarded on an as-needed basis, determined by the Financial Aid Committee.

Work Study Work Study programs help students earn money for college while gaining valuable work experience. Work Study programs also provides students with an alternative to high levels of borrowing. The Federal Work Study Program allows students to work on campus (or off campus as part of our community service outreach efforts) and earn funds to meet the cost of attending Trinity. In order to qualify for a work-study award, students are required to file the FAFSA. Trinity administers this program in accordance with the laws, federal regulations and instructions issued by or on behalf of the Department of Education, as well as its own institutional policies. A student’s eligibility to participate in the workstudy program is reviewed annually. Work-study awards are given for the academic year (approximately August – May). Washington’s State Work Study program serves low-income and middle-income students who are Washington State residents. Work Study jobs are off campus. Students qualify by filing the FAFSA.

Direct Loans The following are made through the Federal Direct Loan Program, which is administered by the U.S. Department of Education: Direct Subsidized Loans: For students with demonstrated financial need, as determined by federal regulations. No interest is charged while a student is in school at least half-time. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Direct Unsubsidized Loans: Not based on financial need; interest is charged during all periods, even during the time a student is in school and during grace and deferment periods. Direct PLUS Loans: Unsubsidized loans for the parents of dependent students and for graduate/professional students. PLUS loans help pay for education expenses up to the cost of attendance minus all other financial assistance. Interest is charged during all periods. Parents can apply for the PLUS loan online at www.studentloans.gov. A Master Promissory Note and Loan Entrance Counseling must be completed before loan money can be disbursed.

Veteran and Other Benefits Selected programs of study are approved by the Washington State Higher Education Coordinating Board’s State Approving Agency for enrollment of persons eligible to receive educational benefits under Chapters 30, 32, and 35, Title 38, U.S. Code and Chapters 1606 and 1607, Title 10, U.S. Code. Applications for benefits are available on the GI Bill website at www.gibill.va.gov. Trinity is also approved for the benefits from Social Security, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Alaska.

Title IV and Trinity Financial Aid A student must be a citizen of the United States or on permanent visa to receive federal financial aid (Pell, SEOG, FWS, FFEL). Scholarships issued by Trinity Lutheran College, excluding federal assistance money, may be available to all students, foreign or citizen of the U.S. The financial aid recipient is obligated to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress at the college. At Trinity, satisfactory academic progress is a 2.0 GPA, as well as completion of 12 credit hours per semester (for full-time students). Students who receive below a 2.0 GPA or complete less than 12 credit hours per semester will be placed on academic probation. If the student is able to re-establish satisfactory progress before the end of the semester or payment period, financial aid will be released to the student. Before graduation or official withdrawal, students are required to have an exit interview with the Financial Aid Office. Students enrolled full-time must take 12 credit hours or more of instruction per semester to qualify for a full Pell Grant. Three-quarter-time attendance (nine to eleven hours) will entitle students to three-quarters of the Pell. Half-time attendance (six to eight hours) will entitle students to half of the Pell.

Students must inform the Financial Aid Office of any changes in their financial circumstances that exceed $200. Students must also report receipt of other resources, such as scholarships, awards and earnings from employment. Work-Study employment offers begin with the first semester of enrollment. Continuance is subject to satisfactory job performance as determined by the employment supervisor. Aid may be awarded in the form of scholarships, grants, loans and/or employment. Most financial aid awards are a combination package of different forms of assistance: Pell Grants, SEOG, Federal Family Education Loans, Federal Work Study, grants and scholarships. In packaging a student award, the Financial Aid Office attempts to be sensitive to any unusual circumstances. At no time is the Financial Aid Office able to extend financial aid over and above the established need factor. This would be considered an “over award” and is not allowed according to the Department of Education’s regulations. Trinity Scholarships will not be applied if a student withdraws during the first three weeks of the semester. Students withdrawing after three weeks will receive a pro-rated scholarship and will have to pay any balance on their account. Outside scholarships will not be refunded if necessary to cover the student’s owing balance. Refunds and Repayment Policy: Refunds and repayments to be returned to the Title program(s) are determined by the Federal Title IV policy 34CFR 668.22. Specific information regarding this policy is available in the Financial Aid Office and Student Accounts Office.

Employment

recruitment of students. All student financial aid programs are free from discrimination as specified by federal law. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or gender in its educational, employment, and recruitment programs. The designated coordinator of services for disabled persons is the Dean of Students. The Trinity physical plant is geared toward the physically disabled with its wide elevators, automatic front doors, ramps, and several residence hall rooms that are able to accommodate a wheelchair.

Satisfactory Academic Progress What is SAP? Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy is a requirement set by Federal and Washington State financial aid regulations that requires students to make Satisfactory Academic Progress toward the completion of a degree. Students at Trinity receiving federal, state or college aid, in addition to meeting other financial aid eligibility requirements, must be in good academic standing and be making satisfactory progress in their degree program. This policy is reviewed on a yearly basis. Should the policy change students will be notified. When students accept financial aid, they also accept the responsibility for maintaining SAP. The policy at Trinity is to allow students to continue to receive financial assistance as long as they are in “good standing.” To do otherwise could cause a severe hardship on students who devote their efforts to achieving satisfactory progress.

There are three types of employment a student may seek: This progress is based on the following criteria: •

On-Campus Work Study positions for students who qualify as part of their financial aid package.

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Other non-Work Study positions on campus.

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Off-campus employment. The college receives listings of job opportunities for off-campus jobs.

Students are responsible for applying for employment. Employment on campus or off is not guarenteed.

Equal Opportunity It is the policy of Trinity Lutheran College to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons in full compliance with Washington State and federal laws. Trinity does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap in the admission or

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The numbers of credit hours students enroll in per semester

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Term and cumulative grade point average

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Length of enrollment at Trinity

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Any transfer courses accepted by Trinity

To maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress at Trinity: •

Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least a 2.0

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Successfully complete 67% of the classes they enroll for each semester.

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Students applying for financial aid must be in compliance with the SAP policies as a condition of eligibility. •

Financial aid will be denied to students who fail to maintain progress under the Trinity SAP policy

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A review will be made to check compliance with cumulative GPA, maximum time frame limit and minimum credit hour completion requirements at the end of each term

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Students applying for aid who have previously attended Trinity must be in compliance with the SAP policy even if they have not received aid during periods of prior enrollment

Notification Letters will be sent after grades are posted at the end of each semester to notify students who failed to meet the SAP standards. A “Warning” status will be assigned to students failing to meet the standards for the first time. A “Probation” status will be assigned to students failing to meet the standards for the second semester following a “Warning” status term. Probation status means denial of financial aid. A student in a Probation Status may appeal for reinstatement of eligibility (placed in Probation Status with an approved appeal). Appeal instructions will be sent within the context of the notification letter.

Undergraduate Need-Based Credit Completion Requirements: Enrollment Status

Minimum per semester

Minimum per year

Full Time

3/4 Time

1/2 Time

All credits attempted

Less than 1/2 time

Repeated Courses: Courses may be repeated one time. The grade earned when the course is repeated is the grade which will be placed in the permanent record and which will be used in computing the cumulative grade point average. All credits attempted will count toward the total allowable credits of 186. Courses transferred from other schools: Courses transferred from other schools do not affect the cumulative GPA at Trinity. Only Trinity grades are considered. All credits attempted, transferred and taken at Trinity will count toward the total allowable credits of 186. Satisfactory Course Completion: Grades that are considered satisfactory are A, B, C, D, and P.

General Policies

Audited Courses: Audited courses are not funded by Financial Aid but are counted toward the total allowable credits of 186.

GPA: All students enrolled at Trinity are expected to stay in good academic standing. Good standing requires a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Credit Hour Completion Requirements

Time Frame: For full-time undergraduate students the maximum number of credit hours that may be attempted is 186 and the maximum time-frame for completing a baccalaureate degree is six years. Even if a student changes his or her major or academic program, only 186 credit hours may be taken qualifying for financial aid, and the maximum time-frame of six years for receiving a degree is enforced. Some financial aid programs (e.g. most college gift aid programs) allow aid to be awarded for a maximum of four academic years. For part-time undergraduate students, a minimum of 12 credit hours must be completed each academic year and achieve a degree with a maximum time-frame of ten years. The maximum number of credits allowable is 186.

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Full Time Enrollment: 12 credit hours or more passed and completed per semester. Less than Full Time Enrollment: 3/4 time enrollment – 9 to 11 hours passed and completed per semester. ½ time enrollment – 6 to 8 hours passed and completed per semester. Evaluation Period: Evaluation of credit hour requirements is performed at the end of each semester after grades are posted. Warning Period: The first semester in which a student does not make “Satisfactory Academic Progress” will be a “Warning Period.” The student will remain eligible for aid. A notice will be sent to the student explaining the warning period and the requirements for maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress at Trinity. 33

Probation Period – Denial of Financial Aid: The semester after a “Warning Semester” is the beginning of a “Probation Period.” The Probation Period will be treated in two ways. Probation with no appeal or a denied appeal (not eligible for aid) if the student chooses not to appeal or the appeal is denied the student will not be eligible for aid. Probation with appeal (aid reinstated due to approved appeal) The student will have the opportunity to appeal the denial of aid that comes with the Probation Period. The appeal will be reviewed at the end of each semester to monitor progress. Not all appeals will be approved.

Appeal Procedures An Appeal may be made one time for SAP purposes. Appeals must be in writing to the Financial Aid Office. The appeal must include an explanation of why the student failed to meet SAP and an academic plan to regain satisfactory academic standing at Trinity. An academic plan is an agreement between the student, Trinity Advising and the Financial Aid Office of the students plan to progress with passing grades and completed classes.

Approved Appeals: Student will be notified via e-mail of approval. Approved appeals are for one term unless otherwise stated. Student will be required to sign an SAP Agreement of the SAP requirements expected for the following term. The following term of enrollment must be passed and completed. If the terms of enrollment/ SAP Agreement while on probation are not completed/ fulfilled, aid will automatically be denied for the following terms of enrollment. Denied Appeal: The appeal submitted by the student that is not approved by the Financial Aid Office. The student will not qualify for aid and will be responsible for paying all college costs without the benefit of financial aid. The student will receive notification of this decision by e-mail. To regain compliance in SAP when a student is placed on Probation/Denied Appeal a student must complete a full time term (12 credit hours minimum) while earning at least a 2.0 GPA and completing all classes attempted without the benefit of financial aid.

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Academic Information

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Academic Calendar The academic calendar, following the 4-1-4 system, provides for two semesters with an interim January Term of four weeks. This calendar is favored by many liberal arts colleges and universities due to its flexibility and potential for innovative short-run and off-campus courses.

During January Term, students take one intensive course. Many students participate travel courses during this month. The spring semester begins in early February and ends in mid-May. A period of summer instruction is offered occasionally.

Trinityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fall semester begins in early September and ends with Christmas Break.

2013-2014 Calendar Fall Semester Housing Open for New and Returning Students...............................................................................................................Sept. 7 New Student Orientation................................................................................................................................................... Sept. 7-8 Semester Begins........................................................................................................................................................................Sept. 9 Opening Convocation...........................................................................................................................................................Sept. 10 Last Day to Drop/Add.............................................................................................................................................................Sept. 13 Fall Break*........................................................................................................................................................................... Oct. 24-25 Academic Advising, Registration for January Term and Spring Semester..............................................................Nov. 4-22 Thanksgiving Break*........................................................................................................................................................ Nov. 28-29 Last Day to Withdraw............................................................................................................................................................... Dec. 2 Final Examinations............................................................................................................................................................Dec. 17-20 Last Day of Semester..............................................................................................................................................................Dec. 20 Christmas Break*........................................................................................................................................................Dec. 20-Jan. 3 January Term Housing Opens........................................................................................................................................................................... Jan. 5 January Term Begins................................................................................................................................................................. Jan. 6 Last Day to Drop/Add.............................................................................................................................................................. Jan. 10 Martin Luther King Jr. Day*....................................................................................................................................................Jan. 20 January Term Ends.................................................................................................................................................................. Jan. 31 Spring Semester Semester Begins......................................................................................................................................................................... Feb. 5 Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day*....................................................................................................................................................................... Feb. 17 Last Day to Drop/Add.............................................................................................................................................................. Feb. 18 Spring Break*................................................................................................................................................................. March 24-28 Good Friday*.............................................................................................................................................................................April 18 Academic Advising, Registration for Fall 2014 classes........................................................................................April 21-May 9 Last Day to Withdraw................................................................................................................................................................ May 2 Final Examinations............................................................................................................................................................ May 20-23 Last Day of Semester...............................................................................................................................................................May 23 Baccalaureate...........................................................................................................................................................................May 23 Commencement......................................................................................................................................................................May 24 * No Classes

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Academic Policies Academic Standards Trinity’s academic programs are designed to deliver a high quality education. Each course is taught in a manner appropriate to the student’s level, and standards for student achievement are high. Students are therefore expected to study diligently and apply themselves to their coursework responsibly. Assignments are designed to require approximately two hours of preparation for each hour of class time. The Academic Dean is charged with the administration of the academic program and, in conjunction with the Academic Committee, has oversight over questions pertaining to the academic division of the college. The Academic Committee has immediate jurisdiction over all questions pertaining to scholarship and is responsible to the Faculty Council for maintenance of the academic standards of the college.

Academic Freedom Academic freedom and freedom of inquiry are rooted within our commitment to the idea that all truth is God’s truth. Therefore, we belong to a tradition that does not seek to suppress freedom of inquiry, but to pursue it as an essential component of our faith and our academic program. The college encourages students and faculty to examine data, to question assumptions, to be freely guided by evidence, and to be learners and scholars together in the pursuit of truth.

Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected of all students at all times at Trinity Lutheran College. Academic dishonesty constitutes a serious violation of scholarship standards that can result in substantial penalties, including denial of credit in a course, as well as dismissal from the college. Plagiarism, therefore, is a serious breach of the academic integrity of the institution.

Plagiarism The following definition of (and explanation of how to avoid) plagiarism is used by permission from Bill Scott, Department of Psychology, Wooster College. Plagiarism is the representation of another person’s words, ideas, or information as if they were one’s own. You may use another person’s words, ideas, or information, but to do so without acknowledgment constitutes plagiarism. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

For instance, you may describe Einstein’s theory of relativity, but if you present it as your theory you are guilty of plagiarism. You may summarize a Supreme Court opinion in your own words, but if you incorporate the language of the original, without indicating that you are doing so, you are guilty of plagiarism. You may get an idea while reading someone else’s book or term paper, but unless you acknowledge the source, you are guilty of plagiarism. Copying from someone else’s paper during an examination is a form of plagiarism. The submission of a term paper purchased from or prepared by someone else also constitutes plagiarism. Acknowledgment should be made for theories, interpretation, data, experiments, explorations, literary or artistic works, musical works, inventions, illustrations, or assistance in carrying out a project. Beliefs so widely held as to defy citation or information (such as birth and death dates) obtainable from any of a number of authoritative sources are considered ‘common knowledge’ and need not be cited. Also, phraseology in common use may be duplicated without acknowledgment. The following are examples of such phrases: Knowledge is power (Bacon); Iron Curtain (Churchill); Military industrial complex (Eisenhower); Survival of the fittest (Spencer); The shortest distance between two points (Euclid); The best of all possible worlds (Voltaire, following Leibnitz); Eat, drink, and be merry (Ecclesiastes) The absence of any discernible attempt to give credit to your source will be taken as ‘prima facie’ evidence of an intent to plagiarize. In other words, if you have made no attempt, however meager, to give credit to someone else, you have created a presumption of willful plagiarism, and it is up to you to demonstrate that you were not attempting to conceal or misrepresent the true authorship. It is Trinity Lutheran College’s policy to help educate students in all manners that are pertinent to future career paths. As such, students will receive instruction regarding plagiarism in English Composition, College Success Seminar, and courses within each major.

Conduct Policies for Those Suspected of Plagiarism If a faculty member has evidence of plagiarism, they have the ability to select one of the following sanctions: •

A zero on the assignment

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An “F” in the class

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Recommendation of expulsion

Appeals Process If a student would like to appeal the sanction they have the option to appeal through a) the Academic Dean or b) Faculty Council. Recommendation of expulsion will be heard and voted on by the Faculty Council. All sanction decisions from the Faculty Council are final. If a student is expelled, a letter or notice may be sent to surrounding colleges and will be documented in your transcript file.

Academic Dismissal and Appeal Process Good Standing: All students enrolled are expected to stay in good academic standing. Good standing requires a semester grade point average of 2.00 or higher for the immediate past semester. Academic Warning: Students whose most recent semester grade point average was less than 2.00, whose cumulative GPA is 2.00 or higher, and whose academic progress is otherwise satisfactory are placed on academic warning and sent warning letters. Academic Probation: Students are placed on probation if their cumulative GPA falls below 2.00. Probationary students must meet with the Academic Dean before the tenth day of a probationary semester to draw up a plan for improving their academic work. They are limited to attempting 12 credits. Failure to satisfactorily complete each course attempted in a probationary semester may result in dismissal. Continued Academic Probation: Students whose cumulative GPA is still below 2.00 after a probationary semester, but whose most recent semester grade point average is above 2.00 and who are otherwise in good standing, may be granted one additional semester of probation at the discretion of the Academic Committee. Failure to satisfactorily complete each course attempted in a probationary semester may result in dismissal from the college. Academic Dismissal: Students not in good standing at the end of a probationary semester are dismissed from the college. They may apply for reinstatement by petitioning, in writing, the Academic Committee. If the petition is approved, the reinstated student continues on academic probation. If the petition is denied, the student may petition again after one semester unless otherwise informed. To apply for reinstatement, a student should write a letter that explains the cause of poor academic performance, as well as what plans and systems the student has put in place to ensure success. This letter will be submitted to the Administrative Assistant to the Deans and presented 38

to the academic committee within 15 days of receiving a dismissal letter. The committee may choose to consult with the Dean of Students and/or request an in-person meeting with the student to present his or her case. Decisions by the Academic Committee are final. Academic Appeals: It is assumed that most academic grievances regarding individual course grades will be resolved in conversation between the student and instructor, or within the department involved. However, in cases where resolution is not achieved, the student may register a written appeal with the Academic Dean for adjudication in the matter. A formal letter to the appeal of grades must be submitted to the Academic Committee via the Administrative Assistant to the Deans within 15 days of distribution of the official statement of grades from the Registrar’s Office.

Student Records Policy Student records at Trinity are subject to the Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). The student’s file is open to the student except for confidential recommendations placed there before January 1, 1975. Students’ requests to see this file will be granted as soon as possible, and in all cases within 45 days of the request. Students may also review their own academic records. Faculty and other college personnel may review a student’s file and academic record when legitimate academic interests dictate. Information may also be provided to scholarship or government agencies regarding financial aid eligibility. No other requests for information, other than “directory information,” will be honored unless authorized by the student in a signed release, which states to whom and for what purpose the information shall be supplied. Directory information includes the following items: student’s name, address, telephone, e-mail address, date of birth, place of birth, major, participation in officially recognized activities, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and most recent previous educational agency or institution. The college does not supply directory information indiscriminately to commercial concerns for such purposes as mailing lists. A student may direct the withholding of any or all of this information by supplying a written request to the Registrar. Should students, after viewing material in their file, think that information is incorrect, they may place a written refutation of the information in the file or they may proceed with the college’s judicial process to request that incorrect material be removed. The claim of incorrect material must, of course, be substantiated before any material will be removed.

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Academic Advising

Normal Academic Load

All students are assigned to a faculty academic advisor, ordinarily within their chosen major. While Trinity makes every effort to assist students by assigning academic advisors, the final responsibility for meeting academic and graduation requirements rests with each individual student. The provisions of this catalog and information from advisors are not an irrevocable contract between the student and the college. The college reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time during the student’s term of residence.

Definition of Credit: One “semester credit” signifies the value toward graduation of a course meeting one period of fifty minutes each week for a semester of fourteen weeks, together with satisfactory completion of the assigned outof-class work.

Trinity advisors act as mentors for students. The low student-faculty ratio allows for specialized mentoring by faculty. Students may feel free to approach their professors on a variety of life and career issues. Students are required to meet with their academic advisor prior to registration each semester. In consultation with their academic advisor, students monitor their own progress toward degree completion.

Change in Catalogs This official college catalog represents an understanding between the student and the college, spelling out graduation requirements. In the event that the catalog changes before a student graduates, the student may elect to remain under the catalog requirements in place at the time of enrollment at Trinity, provided that the student has been in college continuously; or, may elect to graduate under the new catalog, but not a combination of both. If students have been away from Trinity for two semesters and are taking at least one course at another college that transfers to meet their Trinity requirements, they may be considered active students and continue under the catalog used during their previous attendance. Students not studying at any institution for a period of one year of two consecutive semesters or more will be required to graduate under the catalog in place when they re-enroll. The provisions of this catalog are not an irrevocable contract between the student and the college. The college reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time during the student’s term of residence. See also “Re-Admission of Former Students” on page 22.

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Permissible Academic Load: The phrase “academic load” refers to the schedule of courses for which the student is registered. A full-time academic load for Trinity students is 12-17 credits. Courses may be taken concurrently at another institution to fulfill requirements for a Trinity academic program. Students taking more than 17 credits per semester must pay additional tuition on a per credit basis. Reduction or Limitation of Load: A student’s academic load is subject to reduction or limitation by the Academic Dean, in consultation with the Academic Committee, for inadequate scholarship or excessive employment beyond class time. Leadership Activities: To participate in leadership activities (e.g., student government, resident assistant) students must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 during the semester immediately preceding their participation in such an activity. This minimum must be maintained throughout the period of leadership. Minimum cumulative grade point average for student government officers is spelled out in the Associated Student Body Constitution.

Attendance A primary responsibility of students is class attendance. Learning is an experience which requires active participation, and all students are expected to participate in all scheduled classes be they lectures, online collaborations, laboratories, seminars, studios, field trips or other types of activities. It is understood that occasional absences are unavoidable, but the student is responsible for his or her decision to miss a particular class meeting. In deciding to miss a class, a student must be aware that he or she is accountable, nonetheless, for any test or quiz and all assignments, material covered, and announcements made in that class. Faculty are entirely at their discretion about whether or not to allow a student to make up missed assignments. Furthermore, class participation itself is an appropriate criterion for grading and a student’s failure to participate can be expected to affect his or her grade in the course. Failure to drop or withdraw from a course that the student is not attending may result in a final grade of F.

Absence Due to Illness Extended absence from courses due to illness or accident should be discussed with each instructor involved. Students are responsible for contacting their instructors, either directly or through the Dean of Students, as soon as an extended absence becomes apparent. Students should note that in some instances course requirements will be impossible to complete due to the extended absence.

Academic Credit Hour In compliance with federal and regional accreditation standards, Trinity has adopted an official policy on the definition of the academic ‘credit hour’ and has implemented procedures to ensure institutional adherence to the policy. Each credit hour is equivalent to 50 minutes of seat time.

Course Numbering Course numbers indicate the relative degree of difficulty of the coursework and the academic maturity expected of the student. Courses at the 100 and 200 level are introductory and intermediate designed primarily for college freshman and sophomore levels. Courses at the 300 and 400 level are advanced, designed primarily for junior and senior levels. The course numbers also indicate the focus of the thinking skills involved. As a general rule, the skills involved are as follows:

Grading System The quality of a student’s performance in a course is recognized by a letter grade that translates to points for calculation of the GPA: Grade Points Explanation A 4.0 Superior A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3.0 Above average B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2.0 Average C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1.0 Below average F 0.0 Failed P * Passing U * Unsatisfactory AU * Satisfactory audit UA * Unsatisfactory audit (attendance requirement not met) I * Incomplete IP * In progress (course spans more than one semester, e.g., research project) R * Repeated course NR * Not reported WA * Administrative withdrawal (dismissal from course/college) W * Student withdrawal from course *Course grade not calculated into the GPA

100 level: students should be able to remember/understand, and apply the course material 200 level: students should be able to apply and analyze texts, concepts, and theories 300 level: students should be able to critically analyze and create new ideas and projects related to the course material 400 level: create and evaluate important texts, concepts, and theories studied by the course

Pass/Fail Option Students with a 2.00 or higher GPA may take one “Pass/ Fail” course per year up to a maximum of 4 courses. Such courses may not be used to fulfill major requirements. Students must obtain instructor approval and declare to the Registrar before midterm.

Incomplete An “Incomplete” (I) grade may be given only when the major portion of the course has been completed satisfactorily and some minor but essential requirement has not been completed for health or other reasons that the instructor considers justifiable. Instructors must inform the Registrar’s Office specifying the deadline by which the work will be completed, and what will happen to the grade in the event the deadline is not met.

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Independent Instructors may grant students’ requests for the grade of “Incomplete” only with the approval of the Academic Dean. Unresolved Incompletes will be converted to fails by the start of the following academic year unless an extension has been approved by the Academic Dean.

Dropping a Course Before the last two weeks of a term, students may drop courses and receive a grade of “W.” During the last two weeks of a term, students must remain in courses and receive a final grade in the course.

Repeating a Course Students who receive a grade of “C-” or below in a course at Trinity are allowed to repeat that course. The grade earned when the course is repeated is the grade which will be placed in the permanent record and which will be used in computing the cumulative grade point average. The grade earned the first time will be changed to an “R/(original grade)” and taken out of the GPA calculation. Course credits will be counted only once toward a degree. The student must notify the Registrar of the repeat.

Grade Reports Grades are reported to students at the end of each term. As soon as final grades are submitted electronically by faculty members, the grades appear online, accessible to the student through a user ID and PIN. Parents of students will be mailed grade reports only if the student has provided the Registrar with a signed release or if the parent has presented the Registrar with evidence of the student’s current dependent status as defined in section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. The requirement of a signed release from the student or proof of dependency status became mandatory with the passage of the federal law “Protection of the Rights and Privacy of Parents and Students” enacted August 21, 1975.

Honors Student Honors Dean’s List: Awarded each semester to students in good standing who have attained a 3.75 or higher GPA. Eligibility for honors: Students must be registered for a full academic load at Trinity (12 credits or more) and have attained a 3.75 or higher GPA and have no Incompletes for the semester. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Promising Leader Award: Awarded by the college president to a graduating senior with excellent academic achievement, involvement in college life, and future promise of exceptional leadership. Inspirational Student Award: An award determined by the student body to recognize a fellow student who contributes to the college’s community and spirit. Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges: A faculty-nominated recognition for juniors and seniors with outstanding academic achievements and notable community involvement. Excellence in Writing Award: Awarded by the General Studies Department to a student who has demonstrated exceptional critical writing skills. Biblical Languages Award: Awarded by the Biblical Studies Department to a student who has demonstrated proficiency in a biblical language. Faculty Award for Distinctive Scholarship: A recognition given by faculty members to honor students with extraordinary scholastic accomplishments.

Graduate Honors Associate of Biblical Studies: With Honors (3.5-4.0 cumulative GPA) Bachelor of Arts: Summa cum Laude (3.9-4.0 cumulative GPA); Magna cum Laude (3.7-3.89 cumulative GPA); Cum Laude (3.5-3.69 cumulative GPA) Certificate of Professional Studies: With Distinction (3.754.0 cumulative GPA) Note that before any honors can be awarded to graduating students, all coursework must be completed. Once completed, the award may be posted on the transcript.

Independent Study and Directed Study An Independent Study is a project or a set of readings of special interest for advanced students, designed by the student and supervised by the instructor. Independent study options are available to students as opportunities to research, analyze, integrate and present a subject of personal interest. Requirements for sources, length, organization, application and style are based on the academic level.

A Directed Study consists of a project or a set of readings of special interest for advanced students, selected and facilitated by the instructor. The academic level of an Independent Study is 400 and a Directed Study is 300. An example of a requirements for a project-based 300-level course would be a term paper (10 pages), 300 pages of readings per credit and at least five works cited per credit. An example of a 300-level readings based seminar would be 600 pages of reading per credit, 3-5 page evaluative essays for each reading unit. Expectations for content, paper length and pages of reading in a 400 level course are adjusted upward. An Independent or Directed Study may not be substituted for a course listed in the college catalog unless specific approval is given by the Academic Dean. A student may earn no more than four credits of Independent Study and/or Directed Study in any given semester and may count no more than twelve credits of Independent Study or Directed Study credit as part of the number of credits required for the bachelor’s degree. A student wishing to undertake an Independent Study or a Directed Study must have attained junior status and be in good academic standing, with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher. An Independent Study or Directed Study contract must be approved and signed by the instructor, the student’s academic advisor, the chair of the department in which the study is taken and the Academic Dean. The contract is to specify: •

the academic level at which the study is to be undertaken

•

the title and subject of the program

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the number of credits and study hours per credit

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the requirements for assigned written work, reading, or project

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a schedule of conferences between the student and instructor

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the grade (letter or pass/fail)

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the terminal date when the study must be completed, with a statement of consequences if that date is not met

All Independent or Directed Studies must be approved by the Academic Dean.

General Education Requirements A Christian liberal arts education enables students to live lives of wisdom and courage. Students are taught to research thoroughly, argue persuasively, read critically and solve problems creatively. General education courses instruct students about important disciplines of life. In addition to the integration of biblical themes throughout the curriculum and in the CRUX, Trinity emphasizes intercultural and global perspectives and provides students with opportunities to engage new cultural contexts domestically and abroad. The breadth of all general studies courses helps students become well-rounded individuals who will develop the intellectual tools to address an array of life challenges and opportunities. Foundational courses include an Information Fluency course and Intensive Writing credits. Information Fluency includes, but goes beyond, information technology skills, to introduce students to critical information resources and introduce students to skills in utilizing information resources within the digital world. Students should be able to determine the extent of information needed, access the needed information effectively and efficiently, evaluate information and its sources critically, incorporate selected information into one’s knowledge base, use information effectively to accomplish a specific purpose, and understand the economic, legal, and social issues surrounding the use of information, and access and use information ethically and legally. Each degree program should articulate how undergraduate students fulfill the Intensive Writing requirement within their degree program. Normally, an intensive writing experience is taught by faculty in small sections or by individual arrangement. The course includes a series of written assignments evaluated with close attention to organization and expression as well as to substance and argument and graded revision of assignments.

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General Education Requirements All courses must be successfully completed with a grade of C- or higher. FOUNDATIONS

Communication Students must complete the following courses: ENGL 101 English Composition COMM 101 Introduction to Communications & Public Speaking Information Fluency Course (denoted in course description) Intensive Writing (to be taken within major, denoted in course description)

Mathematical Modeling Students must complete any 4 credits of courses denoted as MATH or cross-listed as fullfililng a MATH requirement.

[14 credits] [4] [4] [2] [4]

[4 credits]

BREADTH OF INQUIRY

[6 credits]

Arts & Humanities Students must complete at least 2 credits in Fine Arts and 4 credits in Humanities

Social & Behavioral Science Students must complete at least 8 credits in Social & Behavioral Science

[8 credits]

Natural Sciences Students must complete 8 credits from NSCI or course cross-listed with NSCI.

[8 credits]

World Cultures & Languages [4 credits] Students must complete one of the following three options: 1. Language Study: Study of a single world language, 4 credits of college-level course work. 2. Cultural Competencies: May be offered within the major, or by another program 3. International Experience: Complete an approved study abroad program or internship. Courses that satisfy this requirement include ALL international J-term courses offered through, or in conjunction with Trinity.

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The CRUX Central to our college is the “Common Conversation,” an invitation to robust discussions where faith and reason intersect. At Trinity, we engage faithful methods of inquiry and critical thinking in order to authentically engage the world. At the center of the curriculum are CRUX courses— based on biblical and historical texts—and general education courses such as math, natural and behavioral science, English composition, communication and the arts. With general education and biblical texts integrated in a Trinity education, we provide opportunities for students to know the world, explore the Christian worldview and serve others. Beyond developing the mind—which is central for all academic institutions—Trinity’s distinctive is holistic, transformational learning. Thus, our learning outcomes are not just cognitive but also affective and behavioral. 1.

Students have a broad understanding of the biblical narrative that emerges from Scripture.

2. Students are able to articulate a personal, informed response, regarding the biblical texts and the mission of God. 3. Students can apply biblical themes to practical, contemporary and global issues. 4. Students are prepared for a lifelong journey of vocational discernment through spiritual practices and faith formation. 5. Students are equipped for a life of servant-leadership, which is discerning, holistic, and modeled by Jesus Christ.

CRUX Requirements A student at Trinity for three or more years will complete the CRUX courses listed in Example 1 on page 45. The typical CRUX framework includes 24 credits. Students completing the 24-credit CRUX requirements (or approved “Ramp Up” equivalent courses) will also complete a Minor in Biblical Studies.

Transfer Student Requirements Transfer students are defined as those who originally transferred to Trinity with 30 or more credits. 1.

2. Part-time students (taking less than 12 credits), are required to take one 4-credit CRUX course for every 12 credits of other Trinity credits taken. Part-time students are encouraged to take a CRUX course in the beginning to better integrate the biblical content with their other courses. 3. All transfer students are required to take two credits (two semesters) of Service Learning Practicum (SLP) (RELI 106 and RELI 107) unless they are not otherwise taking a practicum/internship/field experience for their major or minor in that semester. All students must complete two semesters of SLP/practicum/internship/ field experience, regardless of the number of credits. 4. Vocation and Formation is optional. Transfer students may elect not to take RELI 112 Vocation and Formation I and RELI 113 Vocation and Formation II, unless they are Running Start students. 5. CRUX credit requirements: Transfer students are required to take one 4-credit CRUX course for every 12 credits of other Trinity credits taken. Following are three examples of typical CRUX courses, depending upon how many Trinity credits are required to complete a bachelor’s degree. Academic advisors will provide more specific details. a. Example 1: Transfer students who will be at Trinity for 88 or more credits (non-CRUX), will also complete 24 credits of the CRUX. b. Example 2: Transfer students who will be at Trinity for 60 or more credits (non-CRUX), (transferring in 2857 graduation requirement credits), will also complete 22 credits of the CRUX. c. Example 3: Transfer students who will be at Trinity for 48 or more credits (non-CRUX), (transferring in 58-73 graduation requirement credits), will also complete 18 credits of the CRUX.

“Ramp Up” Option Students who have cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above may elect to meet CRUX credit requirements with similar RELI course content taken at a 300-level. These are courses that are offered for students completing a Biblical Studies major, but they are open to all who meet the Prerequisites. See the Chair of the Biblical Studies Department for “Ramp Up” course options. Biblical Studies majors are encouraged to discuss this with their advisor.

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Typical CRUX Framework

Fall

Spring

First Year

RELI 111 The Bible and Worldview [4] (offered fall and spring) and RELI 112 Vocation and Formation I [1] (offered fall and spring)

RELI 114 Synoptic Gospels [4] (offered fall and spring) and RELI 113 Vocation and Formation II [1] (offered fall and spring)

Second

RELI 106 Service Learning Practicum [1] and RELI 211 Introduction to the Pentateuch [4] or RELI 221 Introduction to Johannine Literature [4]

RELI 107 Service Learning Practicum [1] and RELI 212 Introduction to the Prophets [4] or RELI 213 Introduction to the Writings [4] or RELI 222 Introduction to Pauline Literature [4]

Third

EXAMPLE 1: A student at Trinity for three or more years, including transfer students who will be at Trinity for 88 or more credits (non-CRUX), will complete 24 credits of the following CRUX courses:

RELI 343/HIST 343 History of Christian Thought [4] or RELI 312 Topics in Christian Thought [4]

Fall

Spring

First Year

RELI 111 The Bible and Worldview [4] (offered fall and spring) and RELI 106 Service Learning Practicum [1]

RELI 114 Synoptic Gospels [4] (offered fall and spring) and RELI 107 Service Learning Practicum [1]

Second

RELI 211 Introduction to the Pentateuch [4] or RELI 221 Introduction to Johannine Literature [4]

RELI 212 Introduction to the Prophets [4] or RELI 213 Introduction to the Writings [4] or RELI 222 Introduction to Pauline Literature [4]

Third

EXAMPLE 2: Transfer students who will be at Trinity for 60 or more credits complete 22 credits of the following courses:

RELI 343/HIST 343 History of Christian Thought [4]

or RELI 312 Topics in Christian Thought [4]

Two courses of SLP or practicum equivalent are expected to be completed by the end of the second year.

Fall

Spring

First Year

RELI 111 The Bible and Worldview [4] (offered fall and spring) and RELI 106 Service Learning Practicum [1]

RELI 114 Synoptic Gospels [4] and RELI 107 Service Learning Practicum [1]

Second

EXAMPLE 3: Transfer students who will be at Trinity for 48 or more credits complete 18 credits of the following courses:

RELI 211 Introduction to the Pentateuch [4] or RELI 221 Introduction to Johannine Literature [4]

RELI 212 Introduction to the Prophets [4] or RELI 213 Introduction to the Writings [4] or RELI 222 Introduction to Pauline Literature [4] or RELI 312 Topics in Christian Thought [4]

Students who have completed 12 credits of CRUX courses may elect to take complete their CRUX coursework with one of the 300-level courses (thus taking only one 200-level CRUX course).

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Library

for convenient retrieval. Databases are remotely accessible off-campus to empower research capacity.

The Trinity Library is dedicated to the highest professional standards in serving the academic needs of Trinity’s learning community. The library provides a pleasant research environment in which students and faculty can conveniently access to the resources and services they need. The library creates an open and inviting atmosphere with the user-friendly services of circulation, reference and research consultation.

The Multimedia Resource Center houses educational audio and video media resources. They may be used either on the library computer stations or on media workstations. The Visual Communication Lab is also available for multimedia production.

For promoting independent and up-to-date learning skills, the library reaches out the community with information literacy programs. The library also boasts the Writing Center, coordinated by an English faculty member, and staffed by exceptional student tutors who are able to assist fellow students. Standardized descriptions of the various types of papers, grammar helps and resources for academic success are also available. The library staff is committed to providing students with first-rate current information resources. With consistent assessment of the curricular needs of the college, the library develops excellent collections in various formats, including print materials, audio, video and electronic resources. The library subscribes to the various peer-reviewed journal materials, both in hard copy and full-text electronic format. Participating in library networks and consortia that support group subscriptions and interlibrary loan, the library extends user access to the wider array of resources and services. Currently, the library subscribes to hundreds of academic journals related to the programs offered at the college. The library offers a full-text PsycINFO subscription, a collection of up-to-date, full-text PscyArtcile selected by the American Psychological Association, full text journals in various fields through JSTOR, ProQuest Research Library and ABI/ INFORM Trade & Industry, the ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials, the premier index and full-text to journal articles, book reviews, and collections of essays in all fields of religion, EBSCO Academic Search Premier, Communication & Mass Media Complete, and Religion and Philosophy Collection, Lexis Nexis Academic, FirstSearch’s ERIC, ECO, MEDLINE, and WorldCat, etc.

Campus Technology Information technology is readily available to students on a number of levels. By embracing emerging technologies, the library continues to transform as an innovative gateway to learning resources.

The campus provides high speed internet and wireless access that covers the entire building, including classrooms, library, commons, student lounges, dining hall and every corner. Networked copiers are available in computer labs and the library for registered students to print and make copies. A Google education account is provided to each student and faculty member, to support e-mail, file storage, group discussions and other collaborative projects. Moodle, an online learning management platform, is provided for classes, so that student and faculty can dynamically engage their learning and teaching. The Scholar’s Edition of LOGOS Bible software is provided for research. Its tutorials are readily available. for faculty, students, and tutors in the biblical studies department. The IBM’s SPSS statistics software is also available on library workstations and psychology faculty provides training regularly though a research course. All classrooms are equipped with digital presentation systems. The LearnLab’s multiscreen and audio system can host high demands of multimedia-embedded instruction and conferences. Computer labs and audio/visual communication labs are easily assessable and provide essential suites of software for school projects and individual practices. The library and Information Service staff is readily available on-site to provide research and technological support to students. Feedback and suggestions from students and faculty increase satisfactory user experiences are welcome.

Sonisweb Trinity uses Sonisweb, an information management system to process and manage student records. All students may access their records and register for classes using Sonisweb. Simply go to TLC.edu and click on “SonisWeb Access” under the Current Student menu. When the Sonis page opens, click on students, enter your Trinity e-mail address and your pin. You may obtain your pin from the Registrar.

The library maintains its holdings through SOPHIA, an online catalog system. The library circulation system is automated and materials can be requested for hold online 46

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Programs of Study

Academic Programs Trinity offers over 40 areas of study within 11 majors and 17 minors, as well as a two-year Associate of Biblical Studies degree, one-year Certificates in Professional Studies, and a one-year Certificate in Biblical Studies. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Trinity Lutheran College offers the following programs of study: •

Bachelor of Arts

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Bachelor of Science

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Associate of Biblical Studies

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Certificate of Biblical Studies

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Certificate of Professional Studies

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ELCA Associate in Ministry Theological Education

Bachelor’s Degree A Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) is a four-year accredited degree, comprised of the Trinity CRUX Curriculum, general studies, a major in a student’s field of interest, and electives. A total of 124 credits are required to earn a B.A. or B.S. degree. Students choose one of 11 majors:

Biblical Studies

Business, Leadership & Management

Children, Youth & Family Studies

Communications

Early Childhood Education

Graphic Design & Visual Communications

Informatics

Intercultural Studies

Music Psychology

Pre-Law Advising Program The Pre-Law Advising Program is combined with any major field of concentration at the college for students who plan to pursue law school after graduation. The Pre-Law Advising program directs students to courses to refine a student’s writing, research and argument formation skills. These skills will help students prepare for future law school courses. Trinity’s Pre-law program prepares students by providing a solid undergraduate foundation for law school. Program details are listed on page 93.

Associate of Biblical Studies The Associate of Biblical Studies (ABS) is a two-year degree designed to inform personal faith and provide a distinctive biblical foundation for life. The degree is comprised of courses in biblical studies, religious studies, and general studies, preparing students for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program at Trinity or another institution. A total of 60 credits are required to earn an ABS degree. Detailed requirements for the ABS degree are listed under the Biblical Studies Department.

Certificate in Biblical Studies The Certificate in Biblical Studies provides a one-year program for undergraduate students, who are seeking to grow in Christ by biblically-grounding their faith. This program focuses on holistic discipleship, by strengthening head (informed faith), heart (passionate faith), and hands (active faith). This program is accredited and credits are transferable into programs with similar requirements. Students who choose to remain at Trinity after completing the Certificate will be able to apply all the Trinity CRUX (biblical studies) credits and general education credits to any of the academic majors.

Theology & Philosophy

Specific requirements for each degree program are listed under the appropriate department in the pages that follow.

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Certificate of Professional Studies The Certificate of Professional Studies (CPS) is designed as a continuing education opportunity for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree. By combining courses in biblical studies and professional studies in a specialized field, students strengthen their personal faith and increase skills for professional leadership. Students create their program of study with the assistance of a faculty advisor, giving consideration to a student’s personal interests and individual academic goals. Detailed program requirements are listed under the appropriate department. Trinity offers the following certificates:

Biblical Studies [30 credits]

Children, Youth & Family Studies [30 credits]

Early Childhood Education [34 credits]

Intercultural Studies [30 credits]

ELCA Associate in Ministry Theological Education Trinity offers courses that may fulfill theological education requirements and specialized studies for becoming an Associate in Ministry, a professional roster of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Interested persons are advised to contact their synod’s candidacy committee before enrolling in courses. Courses proposed to address requirements are listed under the Biblical Studies Department.

Enrichment Studies Trinity believes in the value of lifelong learning and encourages individuals to pursue continued education for personal or professional development. Students who wish to take courses, but not receive a degree, are welcome to enroll in courses for personal enrichment.

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BIBLICAL STUDIES Overview The Biblical Studies major provides an outstanding background in the Old and New Testaments, while integrating faithful methods of biblical interpretation and the languages of the ancient texts. In addition, the major exposes students to philosophy and the history of Judaism and Christianity, which develops strong critical thinking, writing and research skills. The Biblical Studies Department aims to equip and prepare students personally and professionally to lead lives of Christian witness and ministry in church and society. The Department’s goals are that graduates be conversant with the Bible’s content and message and that they use the Scriptures devotionally, as well as theologically, in their daily lives. Students are expected to articulate the Christian faith effectively and compassionately. The department seeks to foster and assist students’ growth in faith and worship, in the use and understanding of Scripture, in Christian discipleship, and in a posture of listening, respect, and service toward others. Graduates are excellently prepared for seminary and other graduate study. As a classic liberal-arts program, graduates have applied their degree in a variety of vocations including church and discipleship ministries, cross-cultural service, non-profit and para-church organizations, and as writers. After completing a major in Biblical Studies, a student will be able to: •

Demonstrate competency and understanding of the Bible’s content and message

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Understand basic Christian theology in its engagement with the world

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Inductively study the Christian Scriptures with critical thinking skills and apply them to life

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Effectively use various interpretive methods of Bible study

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Clearly articulate Christian faith and theology in their historical contexts

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Respect cultural dynamics, global realities, and human diversity

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Practice a life of Christian vocation and discipleship

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Engage successfully in graduate theological study

Biblical Studies Mission The Biblical Studies degree programs prepare students personally and professionally to lead lives of Christian witness and ministry in church and society.

Tracks Available Students majoring in Biblical Studies may choose to focus their studies on one of three areas of emphasis: Biblical Languages Old and New Testaments Pre-Seminary Studies

Application Process All students are welcome to declare a Biblical Studies major. No application to the program is required.

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Additional Programs of Study The Biblical Studies Department offers the following programs of study in addition to the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies. •

Associate of Biblical Studies

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Certificate in Biblical Studies (1-year undergraduate)

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Certificate of Professional Studies in Biblical Studies (post-bachelor’s)

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Associate in Ministry theological education courses

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Enrichment studies

These programs offer opportunities for studying the Scriptures, the heart of the Trinity education encounter.

Major in Biblical Studies A major in Biblical studies requires 40 credits. General studies Prerequisites to the program COMM 101 Intro to Communication & Public Speaking HIST 210 Church & Western Civilization PHIL 201 Introduction to Philosophy And 4 additional credits from the following: PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology

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History/ Historical Theology [4 credits] Select 4 credits from the following: HIST 310 Reformation History HIST 343 History of Christian Thought

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Hebrew Bible [12 credits] RELI 310 Pentateuch (or RELI 410) RELI 323 Prophetic Literature (or RELI 423) RELI 326 Writings (or RELI 426)

[4] [4] [4]

New Testament [10 credits] RELI 337 Johannine Literature (or RELI 437) RELI 332 Pauline Literature (or RELI 432) RELI 371 Revelation (or RELI 471)

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Theology [6 credits] RELI 490 Seminar in Biblical Hermeneutics And 2 additional credits from the following: RELI 451 Missional Theology RELI 434 Contextual Theology & World Christianity RELI 433 Contemporary Theology Practicum [2 credits] RELI 306 Biblical Studies Practicum*

[4] [2] [2] [2]

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RELI 406

Biblical Studies Practicum*

Capstone [2 credits] RELI 491 Integrative Biblical Seminar

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[2]

Electives [4 credits] Upper-division electives in Biblical Studies or Theology (RELI), or Biblical Languages (Greek or Hebrew), to make up a total of 40 credits. Total required credits

[40]

*Note: After completing RELI 106, Biblical Studies Practicum may fulfill SLP requirement, also may be repeated as an elective in the major.

Minor in Biblical Studies The minor in Biblical Studies consists of the standard CRUX requirements or equivalent “Ramp Up” courses totalling 24 credits. See the CRUX requirements on page 44. Students with a minimum GPA of 3.25 are encouraged to “ramp up” the 200-level courses to take the same number of credits with similar content at the 300-level. See the listing of “Ramp Up” courses on page 44.

Minor in Biblical Languages The minor in Biblical Languages consists of two years of Classical Greek and one year of biblical Hebrew totalling 22 credits. Students who are considering seminary, graduate study, or vocation of Bible translation are encouraged to complete this minor, which consists of the following courses:

GREK 301 GREK 302 GREK 401 GREK 402 HEBR 301 HEBR 302

Greek I Greek II Greek III Greek IV Hebrew I Hebrew II

Total required credits

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Minor in Classical Languages The minor in Classical Languages consists of two years of Classical Greek and one year of Latin, totalling 22 credits. Students who are considering graduate study in the Classics are encouraged to complete this minor, which consists of the following courses:

GREK 301 GREK 302 GREK 401 GREK 402 LATN 301 LATN 302

Greek I Greek II Greek III Greek IV Latin I Latin II

Total required credits

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Associate of Biblical Studies Overview An Associate of Biblical Studies (ABS) is a two-year degree, comprised of courses in biblical studies, religious studies, and general studies to inform personal faith and provide a distinctive biblical foundation for life. The ABS degree prepares students for transfer to a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree program either at Trinity or another institution. A total of 64 credits are required to earn an ABS degree. Four components make up the degree: 1. Trinity CRUX [24 credits] Please refer to the description on page 44. 2. College Preparation [1 credits] PSYC 100 College Success Program

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3. General Studies Component [24-28 credits] Humanities ENGL 101 English Composition PHIL 201 Introduction to Philosophy HIST 210 Church and Western Civilization

[12] [4] [4] [4]

Fine Arts Select at least 2 credits from art or music.

[2]

Social and Behavioral Sciences Select 4 credits from the following: COMM 101 Introduction to Communications and Public Speaking PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology

[4]

Mathematics or Natural Sciences At least 6 credits from math or natural sciences.

4. Biblical Studies Additional 6 credits from 300-level RELI courses. Total required credits

[4] [4] [4]

[6-8]

[6]

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Certificate of Biblical Studies (1-year undergraduate) The Certificate of Biblical Studies provides a one-year program (30 credits) for undergraduate students, who are seeking to grow in Christ by biblically-grounding their faith. This program focuses on holistic discipleship, by strengthening head (informed faith), heart (passionate faith), and hands (active faith). This program is accredited and transferrable into programs with similar requirements. Students who choose to remain at Trinity after completing the Certificate will be able to apply all the Trinity CRUX credits and general education credits to any of the academic majors. Students who are interested in a â&#x20AC;&#x153;gapâ&#x20AC;? year may also take this certificate program. Due to the probability that some general education courses have previously been completed, other courses will be selected in consultation with the advisor.

Course Requirements: Fall Semester [12 credit minimum] ENGL 101 English Composition RELI 114 Synoptic Gospels RELI 112 Vocation and Formation I RELI 106 Service Learning Practicum PSYC 100 College Success Seminar (if less than 30 transfer credits) Choose one or more electives to take 12-17 credits. Recommended electives are: PHED 110 Total Fitness MUSI 290 Choir (if desired and selected through audition) January Term [4 credits] RELI 111 The Bible and Worldview Spring Semester [12 credit minimum] COMM 101 Introduction to Communications and Public Speaking RELI 113 Vocation and Formation II RELI 107 Service Learning Practicum Select one or more courses from the 200 level RELI courses RELI 2xx (Choose a 200-level RELI course) Choose one or more electives to take 12-17 credits. Recommended electives are: MUSI 290 Choir (if desired and selected through audition) Total required credits

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Certificate of Professional Studies Requirements A Certificate of Professional Studies (CPS) is a post-baccalaureate concentration in biblical and professional studies and is restricted to students who have already earned a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree. The certificate is not a degree, but rather certifies that the student has completed academic study beyond a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree. (Credits are not graduate level.) 1. Biblical Studies Component [20 credits] A minimum of 20 credits in biblical studies and biblical theology (RELI), or biblical languages (Greek or Hebrew), including at least one course in each of the following areas. Old Testament RELI 310 Pentateuch [4] RELI 323 Prophetic Literature [4] RELI 326 Writings [4]

Gospels or Acts RELI 114 Synoptic Gospels RELI 331 Acts and Paul RELI 337 Johannine Literature

Epistles RELI 332 RELI 336

[4] [2] [4]

Pauline Literature Hebrews and General Epistles

[4] [2]

Biblical Theology RELI 312 Topics in Christian Thought RELI 343 History of Christian Thought RELI 433 Contemporary Theology RELI 434 Contextual Theology and World Christianity RELI 451 Missional Theology RELI 490 Seminar in Biblical Hermeneutics RELI 491 Integrative Biblical Seminar

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2. Service Learning Practicum Component [2 credits] RELI 306 Biblical Studies Practicum RELI 406 Biblical Studies Practicum

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3. Electives Students take additional courses as electives to reach the minimum 30 credits required. Total required credits

[30]

Enrichment Studies Trinity Lutheran College believes in the value of lifelong learning and encourages individuals to pursue continued education for personal or professional development. Students who wish to take courses, but not receive a degree, are welcome to enroll in courses for personal enrichment.

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ELCA Associate in Ministry Theological Education Overview Trinity Lutheran College offers courses that may fulfill the theological education requirements for becoming an Associate in Ministry (AIM). An AIM is a person recognized, commissioned, and called by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) as a lay minister in the area of social service, the arts, Christian education, youth ministry, administration, or other area of specialized ministry. Requirements for commissioning include a bachelor’s degree, basic theological education, 600 hours of approved supervised field experience, and approval for call by the ELCA.

Options for completing theological education The following are suggested courses the college offers that may meet AIM theological education requirements. Interested persons must first contact their synod’s candidacy committee to determine appropriate courses. Biblical Studies – Old Testament RELI 211 Introduction to the Pentateuch RELI 212 Introduction to the Prophets RELI 213 Introduction to the Writings RELI 310 Pentateuch RELI 323 Prophetic Literature RELI 326 Writings

[4] [4] [4] [4] [4] [4]

Biblical Studies – New Testament RELI 114 Synoptic Gospels RELI 221 Introduction to Johannine Literature RELI 222 Introduction to Pauline Literature RELI 331 Acts and Paul RELI 337 Johannine Literature RELI 332 Pauline Literature RELI 336 Hebrews and General Epistles

[4] [4] [4] [2] [4] [4] [2]

Lutheran Theology & Confessional Writings RELI 312 Topics in Christian Thought RELI 435 Theology of the Cross

[4] [2]

Introductory Systematic Theology RELI 343 History of Christian Thought RELI 491 Integrative Biblical Seminar

[4] [2]

Lutheran Church History (including North American context) HIST 210 The Church & Western Civilization HIST 310 Reformation History RELI 433 Contemporary Theology

[4] [4] [2]

Options for completing specialized studies and field experience AIM candidates may also complete specialized studies in Christian education, youth ministry, intercultural studies, administration, or music and worship through courses offered at Trinity. Interested persons must first contact their synod’s candidacy committee to determine appropriate courses. If approved by a synod candidacy committee, students may accrue supervised field experience hours through Trinity’s Service Learning Practicum or Field Experience program while earning college credit.

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BUSINESS, LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT Overview The B.A. in Business, Leadership & Management prepares students with core competencies for a variety of vocations in the for-profit business world and the nonprofit communities. Business, Leadership & Management (BLM) courses prepare students for vocations in all aspects of the business world. Students who complete the BLM program will be able to: •

Be prepared to work in the for profit and nonprofit sectors

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Be accepted into post-baccalaureate level programs

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Demonstrate knowledge, values, and skills of business and nonprofit management and leadership

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Be actively engaged in the life of church and society

The BLM program also gives students the opportunity to pursue their interests, through coursework and a practicum, focusing on either the business or the nonprofit sector.

Tracks Available Business Management: This track focuses on the skills and knowledge required for professional management with a strong foundation for leadership in business organizations. It prepares graduates for a vocation in small, medium, and large size businesses and emphasizes special expertise and adherence to strong ethical and moral principles. Nonprofit Leadership and Management: This track offers special value to students interested in a career in the nonprofit sector. Students can enhance their undergraduate education to include preparation for occupations in nonprofit organizations, including government service, and graduate study in nonprofit administration. Nonprofits are one of the fastest growing employment sectors in the country, creating a high demand for graduates with skills to work for these diverse and exciting organizations.

Application Process Students in good standing will be admitted to the program with the approval of the Business, Leadership & Management department chair. Please contact the department chair if you are interested.

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Major in Business, Leadership & Management Required Prerequisite BUSA 201 Exploration in the Business/Nonprofit Community

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Required Courses BUSA 210 BUSA 211 BUSA 301 BUSA 305 BUSA 310 BUSA 401 BUSA 410 BUSA 435 BUSA 440

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Financial Accounting Managerial Accounting Financial Management Marketing and Communication Economics Human Resources Management Business Law and Ethics Business Information Systems Strategic Planning

Sub-total

[34]

Choose one of two tracks:

Nonprofit Leadership and Management BUSA 320 Resource Development for Nonprofit Organizations/Grantwriting BUSA 420 Managing the Non-profit Organization

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Business Management BUSA 330 Global Business Environment BUSA 430 Operations and Management

[6] [4] [2]

Total required credits

[40]

Some students may wish to take courses in both tracks to achieve their educational objectives. With the approval of the Department Chair, students are permitted to substitute courses from either track or elective courses to achieve their educational goals. With the approval of the department chair, students are also encouraged to take a practicum course, and work at a non-profit or business organization. Courses can be waived only with the approval of the department chair.

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Minor in Business, Leadership & Management At least 20 credits are required for a minor in Business, Leadership & Management. Required courses: BUSA 201 Intro to Business/Non-Profit Management BUSA 210 Financial Accounting BUSA 211 Managerial Accounting

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At least 8 credits from the following: BUSA 301 Financial Management BUSA 305 Marketing and Communication BUSA 310 Economics BUSA 330 Global Business Environment BUSA 401 Human Resource Management BUSA 410 Business Law and Ethics BUSA 430 Operations and Management BUSA 435 Business Information Systems

Total required credits

[20]

Minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Management At least 20 credits are required for a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Required Courses BUSA 201 Introduction to Business/NonProfit Community BUSA 210 Financial Accounting BUSA 320 Resource Development for Non-profit Organizations

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At least 8 additional credits from the following: BUSA 301 Financial Management BUSA 305 Marketing and Communication BUSA 401 Human Resources Management BUSA 410 Business Law and Ethics BUSA 420 Managing the Non-profit Organization CYFS 345 Community Agency Programming CYFS 346 Community Agency Administration CYFS 355 Outdoor Ministry Administration ECED 308 Administration and Management of Early Learning BUSA 435 Business Information Systems

Total required credits

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CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILY STUDIES Overview The B.A. in Children, Youth & Family Studies equips students to lead effective programs for children, youth, and families in churches, camps, parachurch organizations, social service agencies, or other non-profit organizations. Courses in the major provide students with comprehensive skills to work with children, youth, and families. After completing the program, students will be able to: •

articulate biblical and historical foundations

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design, implement, and evaluate effective programs

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address holistic developmental needs

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examine contextual considerations and work among diverse populations

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secure employment in the field or attend graduate school

Concentrations Available Students, in conversation with department faculty, also have the opportunity to specialize their degree program by focusing their studies in an area of particular interest. Examples of concentration areas include: Children, youth, and family ministry: Church-based children’s and youth ministry programs, teaching, program administration Human services: Community social services, program leadership, family resource centers Community outreach: Church-community partnerships, parachurch ministries, urban missions Christian education: Lifelong faith formation, adult education, intergenerational ministry Outdoor leadership: Camping ministry, outdoor recreation, adventure education Pre-counseling studies: Preparation for graduate-level counseling programs The program includes an emphasis on practical learning experiences through practicum and internship courses closely related to the student’s unique interests, totaling more than 600 hours. A semester-long junior practicum involves working 4-6 hours per week in a local organization and the senior-year Field Experience provides a semester-long experience working full time in a church, agency, camp, school, or nonprofit organization.

Application Process Students apply to a major or minor during the fall semester of their sophomore year. (Application dates vary for transfer students. See department chair for details.) Failure to complete the application process by the stated deadline will delay registration in further courses within the program. Students must be accepted to enroll in upper-level courses used toward a major or minor. The student is responsible for any costs incurred in the application process.

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Major in Children, Youth & Family Studies

CYFS 210 CYFS 211 CYFS 300 CYFS 320 CYFS 330 CYFS 335 CYFS 336 CYFS 380 CYFS 480 CYFS 485

Foundations for CYFS Models for Programming Family Systems Lifespan Development Counseling Skills Congregational Children’s Ministry* Congregational Youth Ministry* Practicum Field Experience Philosophy and Practice of Ministry

Total required credits

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* With department approval, CYFS 335/336 may be replaced with courses tailored to a student’s area of professional interest, such as upper-level courses in CYFS, ECE, BUSA, or PSYC.

Minor in Youth Ministry Required courses: CYFS 210 Foundations for CYFS CYFS 211 Models for Programming CYFS 305 Youth Retreat Planning CYFS 336 Congregational Youth Ministry RELI 355 Christian Spirituality: Practicing Our Faith

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At least 4 additional credits from the following: CYFS 230 Service Projects and Mission Trips CYFS 300 Family Systems CYFS 330 Counseling Skills CYFS 339 Family Ministry CYFS 356 Outdoor Ministry Programming CYFS 380 Practicum CYFS 398 Special Topic Seminar RELI 433 Contemporary Theology

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Total required credits

[20]

Minor in Children’s Ministry Required courses: CYFS 210 Foundations for CYFS CYFS 211 Models for Programming CYFS 335 Congregational Children’s Ministry ECED 303 Children and Nature ECED 305 Children’s Language, Literacy and Literature At least 2 additional credits from the following: CYFS 300 Family Systems CYFS 356 Outdoor Ministry Programming CYFS 398 Special Topic Seminar ECED 210 Child Growth and Development 64

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ECED 310 ECED 398

Diversity in Learning and Behavior Special Topic Seminar

Total required credits

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Minor in Outdoor Leadership Required courses: CYFS 210 CYFS 211 CYFS 305 CYFS 356 ECED 303

Foundations for CYFS Models for Programming Youth Retreat Planning Outdoor Ministry Programming Children and Nature

At least 4 additional credits from the following: CYFS 355 Outdoor Ministry Administration BUSA 210 Financial Accounting BUSA 305 Marketing and Communications BUSA 320 Resource Development for Nonprofit Organizations BUSA 420 Managing the Nonprofit Organization RELI 355 Christian Spirituality: Practicing Our Faith Total required credits

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Minor in Pre-Counseling Studies Required courses: PSYC 101 CYFS 320 CYFS 330 PSYC 302 PSYC 330 PSYC 401

Introduction to Psychology* Lifespan Development Counseling Skills Introduction to Clinical Psychology Research Methods Abnormal Psychology

Total required credits

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* Prerequisite course (must be taken before any other courses in the minor)

Certificate of Professional Studies in Children, Youth & Family Studies Overview The Certificate of Professional Studies (CPS) program is designed as a continuing education opportunity for individuals who already hold a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree. By combining courses in biblical studies and professional studies in a specialized field, students strengthen their personal faith and increase skills for professional leadership. The program can be completed as a full-time student in one year (two semesters), or may be completed on a part-time basis over a number of semesters. The certificate program in Children, Youth & Family Studies specifically prepares students to lead programs for children, youth and families in churches, camps, parachurch organizations, social service agencies, or other non-profit organizations that serve young people and families. Students devise their own program of study (based in the requirements below) with the assistance of a faculty advisor. Most prerequisites for courses are waived for students in this program. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

The certificate is not a degree, but certifies that a student has completed college-level academic study beyond a bachelor’s degree. Courses taken in the certificate program are accredited and appear on a student’s transcript as undergraduate credits.

Requirements A total of 30 credits is required to earn a Certificate of Professional Studies in Children, Youth & Family Studies. Two components make up the certificate program: 1. Biblical Studies Component At least 10 credits must be completed in biblical studies or theology (courses generally designated RELI), providing a solid biblical foundation for the program of study. 2. Children, Youth & Family Studies Component At least 20 credits must be completed in children, youth and family studies (courses designated as CYFS or ECED) to provide for focused study within the discipline. Courses are chosen in consultation with a faculty advisor, giving consideration to personal interests and individual academic goals. Students without prior experience in the field are required to complete CYFS 300 Practicum.

Application Process Individuals interested in applying to the Certificate of Professional Studies program must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline prior to enrollment. Application to the program is made by submitting an application to Trinity Lutheran College, as well as completing a departmental application for the intended area of study (each department creates its own criteria for admission into its program). Contact the Office of Admissions for more information.

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COMMUNICATIONS Overview The B.A. in Communications equips students for careers in various settings where communication is critical to understanding, expressing, and critiquing ideas and concepts. Courses in the major provide students with comprehensive skills in collaborative learning, critical thinking, and application of theories in ways that empower students. Each student will be able to: •

design, present and assess a variety of communication messages

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understand theoretical and other aspects of communication

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understand and uphold high ethical standards in the communications field

•

integrate communication principles with other disciplines

Tracks Available Students, in conversation with department faculty, have the opportunity to specialize their degree program by choosing a track that captures their interest. Within the area of specialization, students generally take three courses and focus their senior-year project in the area of the track. Communications: The Communications Generalist concentration is intended for self-directed students who will devise their own program of interest picking courses from the other two concentrations or electives to design a unique program of study. Students use concentration courses to explore and build emphases that prepare them for various careers including social and human services, or prepare them for graduate school, pre-law, education, or pre-seminary. Rhetoric: The Rhetoric concentration equips students with a working knowledge of rhetoric’s role in the creation and maintenance of human understanding. Students explore the role of symbolic action in human interaction spheres including: the marketplace, politics, media, religion, science, and technology. This concentration provides students with a historical, theoretical, and applied understanding of the 2,000 year old rhetorical tradition in order to enhance student’s ability to both create and critique the many different forms of human communication Public Relations and Marketing: The Public Relations and Marketing concentration equips students for professions in marketing and promotional communications. Students explore how corporations and governmental agencies communicate with the public and how publics (e.g., social movements or nonprofits) communicate back to establishment entities. This concentration provides students with the tools to become effective communications professionals, delivering a solid foundation in communication theory and practice. Digital Design: The Digital Design concentration introduces students to the relationships between communications and various multimedia technologies. Students explore methods of analyzing, designing, and rendering communicative messages using digital technologies. This concentration provides students with the conceptual and practical tools needed to become competent digital designers, producers, and critics. It also considers how we use (and misuse) technology in communicative exchanges.

Application Process Students in good standing will be admitted to the program. Contact the registrar to declare a communications major.

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Major in Communications A total of 36 credits are required for a major in Communications. There are 16 credits in the major emphasis, 12 credits in the three tracks, and 8 credits of electives totaling 36 credits. I. Prerequisites to Major COMM 101 Intro to Communications and Public Speaking

[4] [4]

II. Required Major Emphasis Courses COMM 320 Rhetorical and Communication Theories COMM 330 Methods of Inquiry and Research COMM 350 Persuasive Messages and Campaigns COMM 480 Capstone (Senior Thesis/Project)

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III. Choose one of four tracks Track A: Communications Generalist Students may opt for a generalist approach in which they design their own program of study through the self selection of 12 credits at the at the 300 or 400 level.

[12]

Track B: Rhetoric Take all three courses COMM 310 Multimedia Message Analysis COMM 420 Rhetorical Criticism/Hermeneutics COMM 425 Rhetoric of Public Discourse

[12]

Track C: Public Relations & Marketing Take all three courses COMM 300 Media Writing and Analysis COMM 360 Advertising and Marketing Principles COMM 400 Public Relations

[12]

Track D: Digital Design Option Take all three courses COMM 310 Multimedia Message Analysis COMM 370 Multimedia Message Design COMM 410 Multimedia Message Production

[12]

IV. All tracks require any combination of 8 credits of electives COMM 380 Advanced Presentations COMM 390 Freedom of Speech and Press COMM 399 Directed Study COMM 420 Rhetorical Criticism/Hermeneutics COMM 430 Communication Consulting/Training COMM 440 Health Communication COMM 450 Communication in the Classroom COMM 460 Intercultural Communication COMM 470 Special Topics Seminar COMM 490 Internships/Field Experience COMM 499 Supervised Research/Ind. Study Total required credits

[4] [4] [4]

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Minor in Communications There are 20 credits required for a minor in Communications. I. Complete the prerequisite to the Minor COMM 101 Introduction to Communications and Public Speaking

[4] [4]

II. Complete Communications Emphasis Select 4 credits from the following: COMM 320 Rhetorical and Communiation Theories COMM 330 Methods of Inquiry and Research COMM 350 Persuasive Messages and Campaigns

[8]

III. Complete any combination of 8 credits of communications electives Upper-division (300 & above) COMM courses

[8]

Total required credits

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Overview Combining theory and research, an understanding of faith development, extensive practical experience, and with a concentration on nature as a means of learning, students are prepared to teach or administer a public or church-based preschool or childcare center. Graduates with a B.A. degree in Early Childhood Education will: •

Demonstrate proficiency in developmentally effective approaches to teaching and learning, concentrating on nature as an environment of learning

•

Positively influence children’s development and learning through appropriate and responsible observation, documentation and assessment in both indoor and outdoor settings

•

Uphold professional standards and ethical guidelines to advocate for quality educational practices and policies

•

Model a biblical lifestyle that will create respectful relationships in support of families

•

Secure employment as a staff member in early childhood facilities, or be prepared for graduate studies

Application Process Students must complete an online Washington State Initial STARS course and register with the Washington Department of Early Learning as part of the process for admittance into the major. The student is responsible for any costs incurred in that course. Failure to complete the STARS course before the end of the first semester in the major will delay registration in further courses within the major. An official state background check must be completed during the first semester in the major. Costs incurred by that process are the responsibility of the student.

Major in Early Childhood Education

ECED 110 ECED 210 ECED 270 ECED 303 ECED 305 ECED 308 ECED 310 EDEC 360 ECED 470 ECED 475

Environments for Teaching and Learning Child Growth and Development Developing Attentiveness: Using Observation Children and Nature Children’s Literature, Language and Literacy Administration and Management of Early Learning Programs Diversity in Learning and Behavior Curriculum and Content Areas Field Experience Applied Early Learning

Total Required Credits

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Minor in Early Childhood Education Required courses: ECED 110 Theory and Practice of Early Learning ECED 210 Child Growth and Development

[4] [4]

At least 8 additional credits from the following: ECED 270 Developing Attentiveness: Using Observation ECED 303 Children and Nature ECED 305 Children’s Literature, Language and Literacy ECED 308 Administration and Management ECED 310 Diversity in Learning and Behavior ECED 398 Special Topics Seminar

[4] [2] [4] [4] [4] [1-4]

Total required credits

[16]

Certificate of Professional Studies in Early Childhood Education Overview The Certificate in Professional Studies (CPS) program is designed as a continuing education for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree. By combining courses in biblical studies and professional studies in a specialized field, students strengthen their personal faith and increase skills for professional leadership. The program can be completed as a full-time student in one year (two semesters), or may be completed on a part-time basis over a number of semesters. The certificate program in Early Childhood Education specifically prepares students to apply skills in teaching or administration to a preschool or childcare center. Students devise their own program of study with the assistance of a faculty advisor. Most prerequisites for courses are waived for students in this program, with the permission of the course instructor. The certificate is not a degree, but certifies that a student has completed academic study beyond a bachelor’s degree. Courses taken in the certificate program are accredited and appear on a student’s transcript as undergraduate credits.

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Requirements A total of 34 credits is required to earn a Certificate of Professional Studies in Early Childhood Education. Three components make up the certificate program: 1. Biblical Studies Component [10 credits] At least 10 credits must be completed in biblical studies or biblical theology (courses generally designated RELI), providing a solid biblical foundation for the program of study. 2. Early Childhood Education Component [18 credits] At least 18 credits must be completed in early childhood education courses. Required: ECED 110 Theory and Practice of Early Learning ECED 475 Applied Early Learning And 12 additional credits from the following: ECED 210 Child Growth and Development ECED 270 Developing Attentiveness: Using Observation ECED 303 Children and Nature ECED 305 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Literature, Language and Literacy ECED 308 Administration and Management ECED 310 Diversity in Learning and Behavior EDEC 360 Curriculum and Content Areas

[4] [2] [4] [4] [2] [4] [4] [4] [4]

3. Electives [6 credits] Students take additional courses as electives to reach the 34 credits required. Total required credits

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GRAPHIC DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS Overview Graphic Design & Visual Communications prepares students to create, understand, and interpret elements of our visual culture. Students explore design theory, learn use of cutting-edge technologies, and engage in critical analysis of visual representation. Students learn elements of illustration, filmmaking, art, and graphic design as well as the application of aesthetic theories to practical issues. Students attend to foundational concepts as well as aesthetics, learning how principles of color, light, and dimension contribute to overall design. Through study in this program students should be able to: •

Understand foundational concepts of art, design, typography, aesthetics and color

•

Utilize industry related software

•

Apply knowledge of color and design principles and elements to convey a visual message

•

Balance understanding of design theory with practical application of design skills

•

Design and digitize messages that are responsive to changing times, contexts, and technologies

•

Work effectively with a collaborative team

Tracks Available Graphic Design & Visual Communications majors have the option to specialize in one of three areas: Digital Design Video and Film Production Web Design

Application Process Students in good standing will be admitted to the program with the approval of the Visual Communications department chair. Please contact the department chair if you are interested.

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Major in Graphic Design & Visual Communications Required from general studies: COMM 101 Introduction to Communication and Public Speaking ARTD 101 Exploration of Art

[4] [2]

Required major courses: ARTD 102 2D and 3D Foundations ARTD 103 Photography and Image Framing ARTD 202 Drawing and Illustration VCOM 203 Typography VCOM 207 Digital Design Tools COMM 350 Persuasive Messages and Campaigns COMM 353 Graphic Design COMM 360 Advertising and Marketing VCOM 370 Video Design VCOM 410 Video Production COMM 480 Thesis/Capstone project

[2] [2] [2] [2] [4] [4] [4] [4] [4] [4] [4]

Sub-total: Choose at least four elective credits: Total required credits

[36] [4] [40]

Minor in Graphic Design & Visual Communication Required courses: ARTD 102 2D and 3D Foundations VCOM 203 Typography VCOM 207 Digital Design Tools VCOM 353 Graphic Design

[2] [2] [4] [4]

At least 8 additional credits from the following: COMM 350 Persuasive Messages & Campaigns COMM 360 Advertising and Marketing VCOM 370 Video Message Design VCOM 410 Video Production

[4] [4] [4] [4]

Total required credits

[20]

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INFORMATICS Overview Informatics majors at Trinity will study information and the way it with both people and social systems. In other words, it is the application of computing to solve problems within the human context. An important component to our program is that it integrates both technological and social perspectives in the study of information. At Trinity, we have an interdisciplinary approach to teaching Informatics: you will receive in-depth training in computer programming, mathematics and statistics along with ethics and the social sciences. Students will participate in projects in the community in addition to a capstone internship. In this program, students will: •

Understand the foundations and applications of information systems.

•

Understand database architecture, tools, analytics, and structure

•

Perform data analysis to increase access

•

Understand the complex relationship between technology and culture

Application Process Students in good standing will be admitted to the program with the approval of the department chair. Please contact the department chair if you are interested.

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Major in Informatics I. Prerequisites [8] MATH 205 Introduction to Statistics [4] MATH 151 Calculus [4] II.

Foundation [20] INFO 210 Introduction to Human-Computer Interfacing INFO 220 Basic Programming INFO 230 Basic Tools of Database Programming INFO 250 Analytics, Research Design and Methods INFO 270 Information Security, Privacy, and Compliance

[4] [4] [4] [4] [4]

III.

Application [8] Select two courses from the following: INFO 280 Documentation, Research and File Management INFO 310 HCI Design and Usability INFO 330 Advance of Database Design and Administration INFO 345 Business and Governance Informatics INFO 481 Project Management

[4] [4] [4] [4] [4]

IV.

Implication [8] Select one course from the following and one elective INFO 360 Digital Literacy and Social Informatics INFO 401 Ethics in the Information Age INFO 480 Topics in Informatics or Cognate programs

[4] [4] [4]

V. Capstone [4] ALL Majors must conclude with the following: INFO 498 Capstone Total required credits

[4] [40]

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INTERCULTURAL STUDIES Overview The B.A. in Intercultural Studies prepares students for cross-cultural service through a variety of organizations in both international and U.S. contexts. At the heart of the Intercultural Studies Major is the Mission of God. This program includes (1) biblical and theological foundations, (2) equipping students to thrive interculturally, (3) understanding mission history and the rise of world Christianity which shape current theories, strategies, and practices, and (4) equipping students with skills in evangelism and outreach. These content areas are honed through experiential learning, culminating in a 14-week-long internship in a cross-cultural setting. Courses in the major provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in critical thinking, cultural competence, collaboration, and community organizing. Through study in this program, students should be able to: •

Articulate the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of the Christian movement within a pluralistic global context

•

Develop intercultural sensitivity to orders of increased cognitive complexity, deeper empathy, and behavioral shifting in interpersonal and organizational intercultural engagement

•

Think critically about globalization, mission outreach, evangelism, Christian service, interfaith relationships, solidarity and social justice

•

Develop and practice appropriate and responsible intercultural leadership skills

•

Secure employment or graduate study placement in an intercultural field

Students, in conversation with department faculty, have the opportunity to specialize their degree program by choosing a track that captures their interest.

Tracks Available Interculturalist Track: This customized track is for self-directed students who will devise their own program of interest selecting courses from the Global and Urban concentrations, other majors and electives to design a unique program of study. Includes a four-week cultural immersion course, a junior-year intercultural practicum, and a fourteen-week internship. Global Track: Students choosing this track are interesting in gaining a global perspective and potentially serving internationally. Coursework equips students for cross-cultural partnership and addressing the complexities of a globalized world. Students choose from a wide variety of options to complete a four-week international cultural immersion course, a junioryear intercultural practicum, and a fourteen-week international internship. Urban Track: Students choosing this track are interested in the opportunities and challenges of the growing urban communities in the United States. Coursework teaches students to analyze and address the spiritual, social, racial, and economic realities of cities, preparing them holistically for a variety of careers in urban outreach. Genuine exposure and practical experience are provided through a four-week immersion course, an urban ministry practicum, and a fourteen-week urban internship.

Application Process Students apply to the degree program during the spring semester of their sophomore year or at the midterm of their first semester if transferring in 60 or more credits. (Application dates may vary for transfer students. See department chair for details). Failure to complete the application process by the stated deadline will delay registration in further courses within the major. Students must be accepted into the degree program to enroll in upper-level courses in major. The student is responsible for any costs incurred in the application process. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Major in Intercultural Studies I. Required Major Courses ANTH 201 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology ICUL 211 Encountering World Religions and Belief Systems ICUL 201 Dynamics of the Global Christian Movement ICUL 310 Intercultural Competencies ICUL 311 Intercultural Outreach RELI 331 Acts and Paul ICUL 350 Lavik Lecture on Cross Cultural Evangelism ICUL 380 Intercultural Ministries Practicum ICUL 382 Intercultural Internship Preparation ICUL 450 Missional Theology

[4] [4] [4] [2] [2] [2] [1] [4] [1] [2]

Sub-total

[26]

II. Choose one of the following tracks:

Interculturalist Track [20 credits] Students considering this track create, together with the department chair, a proposal for their intended course of study before any coursework can be counted toward the major.

Global Track ICUL 330 ICUL 411 ICUL 480

[20] Language and Cultural Immersion Experience Mission Theory, Strategies & Practices Intercultural Internship

[4] [4] [14]

Urban Track ICUL 320 ICUL 411 ICUL 480

[20] Perspectives on Urban Ministry Mission Theory, Strategies & Practices Intercultural Internship

[4] [4] [14]

Total required credits

[46]

Minor in Intercultural Studies Required courses: ANTH 201 Intro to Cultural Anthropology ICUL 201 Dynamics of the Global Christian Movement

[4] [4]

Electives: An additional 12 credits from ICUL courses in accordance with the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interests and goals. Total required credits

[20]

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Certificate of Professional Studies in Intercultural Studies Overview The Certificate in Professional Studies in Intercultural Studies is designed as a continuing education opportunity to develop new skills or update previous learning. To enter the program, students must hold a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in any discipline. By combining biblical studies with courses in intercultural studies and missions, students strengthen their personal faith and increase their skills for ministry in a specific area. As a full-time student, the certificate can be completed in two full-time semesters.

Requirements A total of 30 credits are required to earn a Certificate of Professional Studies. Four components make up the certificate program.

1. Biblical and Theological Studies Component [8] At least 8 credits must be completed in Biblical or Theological Studies courses (designated as RELI).

2. Intercultural Studies Component [12] At least 12 credits must be completed in Intercultural Studies courses or Anthropology.

3. Intercultural Ministries Practicum Component [4] ICUL 380 Intercultural Ministries Practicum*

4. Electives [6] Students take additional courses as electives to reach the minimum of 30 credits required.

Total required credits

[4]

[30]

*Under exceptional circumstances this requirement may be replaced with two semesters of a regular Service Learning Practicum, totaling 2 credits.

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MUSIC Overview The B.A. in Music prepares students for work as music and worship leaders in congregations, graduate school or seminary. Our goal is to develop leaders grounded in knowledge of the Bible; skilled in changing worship styles, music, and technology; trained in program administration, and staff and congregation relations; appreciative of lasting traditions; and possessing vision for music ministry. The Music program features well-rounded study in a variety of disciplines, including biblical and religious studies, natural and social sciences, and the humanities. Theory meets practice, as Music students are challenged and prepared to lead the people of God in the song of the church for a new century.

Tracks Available Trinityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music program allows you to specialize in various proficiency tracks within the degree. Contemporary and Tradtional Worship Theater Arts Vocal and Instrumental Ensembles

Application Process Students must submit a completed Music Application form to the Chair of the Music Department after which an audition time will be scheduled. During the audition, students will be evaluated for admission into the program. Students may also be eligible for choral and instrumental scholarships based on a successful audition.

Major in Music Required Courses MUSI 111 Music Theory I MUSI 112 Music Theory II MUSI 211 Music Theory III MUSI 212 Music Theory IV MUSI 242 Music History I MUSI 341 Music History II MUSI 361 Conducting I MUSI 351 Aspects of Church Music MUSI 342 Worship, Music and Culture MUSI 353 Music Technology MUSI 453 Global Music MUSI 470 Internship MUSI 121, 122, 221, 222 Aural Skills MUSI 131, 132, 231, 232 Class Piano MUSI 190, 290, 390, 490 Choir At lease 6 additional credits from the following: Private Instrumental or Vocal Lessons Total required credits

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Minor in Music Required Courses

MUSI 111 Music Theory I MUSI 112 Music Theory II MUSI 211 Music Theory III MUSI 212 Music Theory IV MUSI 242 Music History I MUSI 341 Music History II MUSI 121, 122, 221, 222 Aural Skills MUSI 131, 132, 231, 232 Class Piano MUSI 190, 290, 390, 490 Choir

[3] [3] [3] [3] [4] [4] [4] [4] [4]

At least 4 additional credits from the following: Private Instrumental or Vocal Lessons

[4]

Total required credits

[36]

*Theory and Aural Skills courses will incorporate training and use of current music composition technology.

Electives MUSI 391 Touring Ensemble [1 credit]: is year-long commitment affording 2 credits over two semesters. Members must also participate in the choir. MUSI 392 Worship Band [1 credit]: Members must also participate in the choir. MUSI 312 Music Song Writing, Styles & Traditions [4 credits]: offered every other spring semester MUSI 362 Advanced Conducting [1 credit]: It is advised that students take this elective. This course also offers students the opportunity to practice conducting the choir in rehearsal and perhaps a concert. Music 451 Church Music Rehearsal Techniques: It is advised that students take this elective, offered every other fall.

Pass/Fail Requirements Service Learning Practicum as part of the Trinity CRUX Music Core Curriculum and Piano Proficiency Assessments will be taken at the end of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sophomore year. Students must pass in order to begin junior level Music courses. The Piano Proficiency Assessment can be taken at any time allowing students to exempt Piano/Keyboard courses. Senior Recital/Capstone and Internships may be completed over Fall, Spring, Summer and J-Term pending approval.

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PSYCHOLOGY Overview The B.A. in Psychology provides students with an in-depth understanding of human interaction and teaches students to respond to complex individual and social issues. Trinity’s psychology program is an integral part of the entire college’s curriculum—not only does it support other disciplines through its critical thinking development and social and behavioral courses, but it also facilitates a holistic educational experience. Psychological concepts and principles are integral components of a variety of professions. Trinity’s goal is to provide students with a knowledge base in psychology, and an awareness of various methodologies for psychological research, and to allow students the ability to weigh evidence, act ethically, and reflect Christian values in their lives. In addition, the psychology program is an excellent preparation for graduate studies in a number of different fields. Courses in the major provide students with comprehensive skills to work in a number of fields. After completing the program, students will be able to: •

understand the knowledge base of psychology

•

be aware of various methodologies for research

•

weigh evidence

•

act ethically and reflect on Christian values

Tracks Available Psychology majors may choose to focus their studies in one of six areas: General Psychology Clinical Psychology Forensic Psychology Industrial/Organizational Psychology Neuropsychology Sports and Exercise Psychology

Application Process To become a Psychology major, apply to the program during the spring semester of your sophomore year.

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Major in Psychology Prerequisites:

PSYC 101 PSYC 205

Introduction to Psychology** Introduction to Statistics*

[4] [4]

Subtotal

[8]

Requirements:

PSYC 260 PSYC 330 PSYC 498

History and Systems** Research Methods** Capstone

[4] [4] [2]

Subtotal

[18]

Must complete a minimum of 30 additional credits in one of the following tracks: General Psychology Clinical Psychology Forensic Psychology Industrial/Organizational Psychology Sports and Exercise Psychology Total required credits

[40]

General Psychology Track Choose 8 credits from Area A courses PSYC 301 Learning and Motivation** PSYC 310 Physiology of Behavior* PSYC 380 Health Psychology PSYC 415 Physiology of Drug Use PSYC 430 Cognition** PSYC 475 Neuropsychology Choose 8 credits from Area B courses PSYC 300 Family Systems PSYC 320 Lifespan Development** PSYC 331 Models of Personality ** PSYC 340 Social Psychology** PSYC 345 Agents of Social Justice PSYC 350 Group Processes PSYC 401 Abnormal Psychology** PSYC 450 Conflict Management

[8] [4] [4] [4] [2] [4] [4] [8] [2] [4] [4] [4] [2] [4] [4] [2]

Electives in Psychology PSYC 495

[12]

Senior Thesis

[2]

Total required credits

[30]

* denotes class that fulfills general education requirements (MATH 4 cr. & NSCI 4 cr.) **denotes class that fulfills Social and Behavioral Science requirement (Introduction to Psychology, plus 8 additional credits.)

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Clinical Psychology Track PSYC 290 Helping Skills PSYC 291 Ethics of Counseling PSYC 300 Family and Systems PSYC 301 Learning and Motivation PSYC 310 Physiology of Behavior* PSYC 320 Lifespan Development PSYC 350 Group Processes PSYC 401 Abnormal Psychology PSYC 450 Conflict Management And 4 additional credits from the following: PSYC 302 Introduction to Clinical Psychology PSYC 411 School Counseling Total Required Credits

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Forensic Psychology Tack

PSYC 310 PSYC 340 PSYC 360 PSYC 401 PSYC 430 PSYC 470 PSYC 365 PSYC 410

Physiology of Behavior* Social Psychology Psychology and Law Abnormal Psychology Cognition Psychology of Crime and Deviance Serial Murder and Profiling Testing and Assessment

Total required credits Recommended: PSYC 331 Models of Personality

[4] [4] [4] [4] [4] [4] [2] [2] [30]

[4]

Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Track

PSYC 301 PSYC 331 PSYC 350 PSYC 430 PSYC 440 PSYC 450 BUSA 401 COMM 431

Learning & Motivation Models of Personality Group Processes Cognition I/O Psychology Conflict Management Human Resource Management Communication and Leadership

Total required credits Recommended: PSYC 290 BUSA 305 COMM 400 COMM 460

Helping Skills Marketing and Communications Public Relations Intercultural Communication

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[4] [4] [4] [4] [4] [2] [4] [4] [30]

[2] [4] [4] [4]

Sports and Exercise Psychology Track PSYC 301 Learning & Motivation PSYC 310 Physiology of Behavior* PSYC 350 Group Processes PSYC 380 Health Psychology PSYC 460 Stress and Coping PHED 310 Functional Anatomy and Kinesology And select 8 credits of upperlevel PHED courses

[4] [4] [4] [4] [2] [4] [8]

Total required credits Recommended: PSYC 290 PSYC 390

[30]

Helping Skills Nutrition as Behavior

[2] [4]

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Minor in Psychology Prerequisites PSYC 101 PSYC 205

Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Statistics

Required Minor Courses PSYC 260 History and Systems PSYC 330 Research Methods

[4] [4]

One from area A PSYC 301 Learning and Motivation PSYC 310 Physiology of Behavior PSYC 430 Cognition

[4] [4]

One from area B PSYC 331 Models of Personality PSYC 340 Social Psychology PSYC 401 Abnormal Behavior

[4] [4] [4] [4]

One elective course Electives can include those from area A and B not taken PSYC 320 Lifespan Development PSYC 399 Directed Study PSYC 410 Psychological Testing PSYC 420 Psychology and Religion PSYC 398 Special Topics PSYC 490 Supervised Research

[4]

Total required credits

[4]

[4] [2-4] [2] [4] [4] [2] [20]

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THEOLOGY & PHILOSOPHY Overview The purpose of the Theology and Philosophy Major is to prepare students who will be able to engage tough intellectual issues with a rich knowledge of Christian thought, and with an approach that is able to apply what they learn to practical issues. Students are encouraged to take seriously contemporary philosophical conversations in both the analytic and continental traditions, seeing them as relevant to the contemporary issues of the day, including issues in international business, contemporary social issues, and bioethics. Given the importance of faith and philosophy in our contemporary culture, graduates from the program will be able to apply their study to callings that include church, educational, political, nonprofit, media, and creative careers. The program culminates with a final course that involves either a thesis that serves as a possible preparation for graduate research or else involves practical experience in a project tied to print or web publication, work with chaplains or ethics boards in health care settings, creative church projects, or nonprofit institutional research. It aims to produce creative leaders who are faithful, intellectual, and engaged.

Tracks Available Theology & Philosophy majors may choose to focus their studies in one of three areas. Faith and Culture Historical Theology Philosophical Theology

Application Process Students in good standing will be admitted to the program with the approval of the Theology and Philosophy department chair. Please contact the department chair if you are interested.

Major in Theology Required from general studies and the Trinity CRUX HIST 310 Reformation History PHIL 201 Introduction to Philosophy RELI 312 Topics in Christian Thought Required major courses COMM 420 Rhetorical Criticism/Hermeneutics ICUL 211 Encountering Religions PHIL 305 Ethical Issues PHIL 320 Philosophy of Religion PHIL325 Modern Philosophy PHIL 335 The Post-Modern Turn RELI 343 History of Christian Thought RELI 433 Contemporary Theology RELI 492 Theology and Philosophy Thesis or Capstone Sub-total Choose at least eight elective credits from: Classical Greek, Hebrew or Latin language courses, or any upper-division PHIL or RELI courses.* Total required credits TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

[4] [4] [4]

[4] [4] [4] [4] [2] [2] [4] [4] [4] [32] [8]

[40] 91

Minor in Theology A minor in Theology consists of the following: The Trinity CRUX and general studies requirements, which must include: HIST 310 Reformation History RELI 312 Topics of Christian Thought

[4] [4]

Each of the following: ICUL 211 Encountering Religions PHIL 320 Philosophy of Religion RELI 343 History of Christian Thought RELI 433 Contemporary Theology

[4] [4] [4] [4]

At least four credits of upper division RELI coursework, or COMM 420.

[4]

Total required credits

[20]

Minor in Philosophy A minor in Philosophy consists of the following: The Trinity CRUX and general studies requirements, which must include: PHIL 201 Introduction to Philosophy RELI 312 Topics in Christian Thought

[4] [4]

All of the following: PHIL 305 Ethical Issues PHIL 320 Philosophy of Religion PHIL 325 Modern Philosophy PHIL 335 The Post-Modern Turn

[4] [4] [2] [2]

And at least eight credits from the following: RELI 343 History of Christian Thought COMM 420 Rhetorical Criticism/Hermeneutics

[4] [4]

Any upper division PHIL elective [4]â&#x20AC;&#x192; Total required credits

[20]

*Note: students intending to apply for graduate programs are strongly encouraged to complete at least two language semesters.

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PRE-LAW ADVISING PROGRAM Overview Trinity is committed to preparing students for wherever they are called to serve. For those considering a career in a legal profession, Trinity provides a pre-law advising program that can be taken as a pathway through any of our majors. The pre-law advising program places incoming freshmen within a Vocation and Formation cohort of other pre-law students and provides sophomores with opportunities for service learning within a setting that engages with the legal system. Juniors and seniors are directed toward specific courses that help prepare them for law school. Students from any major can be part of the pre-law advising program. Students interested in taking part in this program are encouraged to declare their interest in their initial advising meeting, prior to the start of the freshman year. Transfer students with less than 30 credits and running start students transferring to Trinity with an AAS degree are required to take part in both the Vocation and Formation and Service Learning Practicum courses that are designed for the pre-law students.

Vocation and Formation Advising - Freshman Students discerning a vocation in a legal profession will be placed in a common Vocation and Formation cohort during their first year of study, led by the head of the pre-law advising program. With advice from the program head, students can further discern their vocational calling in a legal career.

Service Learning - Sophomore Pre-law students have a chance to further explore their vocation through a specialized Service Learning Practicum. These students will be offered the opportunity for SLP placement in settings such as the Tulalip Tribal Court, the Snohomish County Court or other opportunities in the wide range of contexts intersecting our legal system.

Pre-Law Coursework - Junior and Seniors Through no courses are required for pre-law, students on the pre-law pathway through their major are advised to take the following courses:

BUSA 410 COMM 390 COMM 425 PHIL 310 PHIL 305 POLS 3xx POLS 3xx PSYC 360 PSYC 470

Business Law and Ethics Freedom of Speech and Press Rhetoric of Public Discourse Mathematical Logic Ethical Issues American Jurisprudence American Legal System Psychology and Law Psychology of Crime and Deviance

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LSAT Prep Pre-law students in their senior year will be offered support duing their preperation for the LSAT exams.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Course Abbreviation Key Anthropology.............................................................................................................................................................ANTH Art.................................................................................................................................................................................. ARTD Biblical Studies, Religious Studies, Theology........................................................................................................RELI Business, Leadership & Management...................................................................................................................BUSA Children, Youth & Family Studies........................................................................................................................... CYFS Communications................................................................................................................................................... COMM Early Childhood Education..................................................................................................................................... ECED English.......................................................................................................................................................................... ENGL Geography.................................................................................................................................................................GEOG Greek............................................................................................................................................................................ GREK Hebrew........................................................................................................................................................................ HEBR History............................................................................................................................................................................ HIST Informatics................................................................................................................................................................... INFO Intercultural Studies....................................................................................................................................................ICUL Latin...............................................................................................................................................................................LATN Mathematics...............................................................................................................................................................MATH Music............................................................................................................................................................................. MUSI Natural Sciences........................................................................................................................................................ NSCI Philosophy.................................................................................................................................................................... PHIL Physical Education....................................................................................................................................................PHED Political Science.........................................................................................................................................................POLS Psychology.................................................................................................................................................................. PSYC Sociology..................................................................................................................................................................... SOCI Theatre Arts.................................................................................................................................................................THEA Graphic Design, Visual Communications......................................................................................................... VCOM TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Reading a Catalog Course Description Each department uses one or more prefixes to identify its courses. “COMM” indicates that this is a Communications course. The “360” means that it is a 300-level, or upper-level, course designed for advance study and expecting at least junior level work. For more information on course numbering see page 40.

Course Title The course title indicates the major area(s) of focus for the course. Some titles are more descriptive and self explanatory than others. Students should rely on the course description for information about the content and format of the course.

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COMM 360 S1 Advertising and Marketing Principles [4] Focuses on the persuasive and communicative components used in the fields of advertising and marketing. Topics include advertising, copywriting, message design, production, and critique. Introduction to the persuasive and practical applications of advertising and marketing. Emphasizes problem-solving, communication, critical thinking, and design team communication skills. May also be taken as BUSA 305. Prerequisite: COMM 101 or permission of the instructor.

Course Description The description provides a brief overview of the content and approach of the course. It might also offer an idea of the kinds of work that will be required, such as writing, research, creative work or laboratory work. It will also note if the course is offered under a different name or prefix. In our example COMM360 is also offered as a Business course.

Semester Offered This code indicates which semester(s) the course will be offered. Courses with no designation are regularly offered each semester. F = Fall S = Spring J = January Term N = Occasionally Arr = By arrangement 1 = Offered on odd years (e.g. 2013-14, 2015-16) 2 = Offered on even years (e.g. 2014-15, 2016-17) Thus, COMM 360, designated S1, will be offered in the spring of the 2013-2014 academic year.

Prerequisites and Course Limitations Semester Credits For the purpose of our example this course has a prerequisite of COMM 101, meaning that students must have completed that course before enrolling in COMM360. Note that the prerequisite also says “or permission of the instructor,” indicating that the instructor may grant permission to enroll without having taken the prerequisite course. In such cases students should contact the instructor or department for more information.

Like COMM 360, most courses count as four semester credit hours toward the overall graduation requirement of 124 credits. Some courses may offer one, two or three credit hours. In a limited number of cases students may be able to select the number of credit hours within a range offered.

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Anthropology ANTH 201 F Introduction to Cultural Anthropology [4] Explores the complexity and diversity of human cultures through the application of anthropological concepts and methods. Examine cultures with anthropological insights and biblical perspective. ANTH 381 N Biblical Culture and Archaeology [2] Excavations from Near Eastern and Eastern Mediterranean sites to dialogue with Biblical texts and other epigraphic material. ANTH 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. ANTH 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects selected and facilitated by the instructor. Students who meet eligibility requirements must submit a directed study proposal for approval by the instructor and the academic dean before registering. ANTH 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are determined in collaboration with the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

Art ARTD 101 S Exploration of Art [2] What is it about art—music, movies, dance, poetry—that is so compelling? What is the relationship between artist, art, and audience? Explore the way we embed meaning and experience in art, just beyond the reach of logical language.

fundamentals of harmony, hierarchy, balance, depth, and other elements of design can give us the tools to create layouts and objects that are both useful and meaningful. ARTD 103 N Photography and Image Framing [2] With the advent of digital photography we now live in a world that is generating more photos per day than any one person could even hope to see in a lifetime. But what are the basic elements of a strong image? How can we choose images that most appropriately meet the needs of a given project or task? And how does the role of cropping and context radically change the experience of a photo? ARTD 201 N Christianity and the Arts [2] Explores the historical and biblical use of the arts, the unique characteristics of each art medium (visual, literature, drama, music, and dance), the concept of creativity, aesthetics and criteria, and the use of arts in contemporary culture. Suggests and questions definitions of “Christian” art and challenges students to apply their artistic talents to their ministry, worship, and daily life-styles. ARTD 202 F1 Drawing and Illustration [2] Making representations of the world around us has fascinated humanity throughout all of history. Even the detached objectivity that photography has offered us hasn’t suppressed our need for drawings and illustrations. Explore the unique value of illustration in a hands-on process using traditional media. ARTD 203 N Typography [2] The quiet and powerful artform of shaping the very letters that form our written language has experienced an explosion of activity with the introduction of computers. Explore both readability and tone as we look at the elements that add up to exquisite—or disastrous—typefaces. May also be taken as VCOM 203. ARTD 206 N Visual Arts Workshop [1-3] Explores various visual art forms, such as drawing and painting, in addition to using different styles and media. Opportunities to explore oil, acrylic, or watercolor painting, banner construction, photography, or other liturgical art forms.

ARTD 102 F 2D and 3D Foundations [2] The way humanity structures every object we create—from newspapers to buildings—reveals a great deal about our hopes, needs, and presumptions. We’ll explore how the

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Business BUSA 201 F Exploration in the Business/Nonprofit Community [4] Introduces both the business world and nonprofit management including enterprise management, human resources management, marketing products and services, financial management and business ethics. Explores differences and similarities between business and nonprofit management. BUSA 210 F Financial Accounting [4] Financial accounting principles for external decision makers considering investment in a business or contribution to a nonprofit. Origins and uses of financial information; accounting concepts and principles; logic; content and format of financial statements; accounting issues in the global community. Preparation of the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement. BUSA 211 S Managerial Accounting [4] Use of accounting data for internal decision making, planning, and operational control. Understanding accounting principles, financial statements, cash management, cost accounting, fund management, budgeting, capital budgeting, and risk management. Prerequisite: BUSA 210. BUSA 301 S Financial Management [4] An introduction to the art and science of managing money at the corporate level or in the nonprofit community. Topics include short-term cash management, capital budgeting, time value of money concepts, balance between risk and reward, and financial analysis techniques. Prerequisite: BUSA 210 and BUSA 211. BUSA 305 S Marketing and Communication [4] Marketing concepts and the potential for an organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s use of public relations, communications, and media relations to advance its mission. Various marketing tools as they apply to all business entities, including nonprofits. May also be taken as COMM 360. BUSA 310 F Economics [4] An introduction to the business and financial world of microeconomics and macroeconomics. Microeconomic issues will include supply and demand analysis, and business decision making in economic environments of perfect competition, oligopolies and monopolies. Macroeconomic issues will include policies to address recessions, inflation, and unemployment.

BUSA 320 F2 Resource Development for Nonprofit Organizations/Grantwriting [4] Address the resources important for a nonprofit organization to function. Issues of philanthropy and availability of other resources, donor relations, fund development, fund raising, grant writing, and social enterprise development. The composition and function of nonprofit organizations, including the development and functions of boards, volunteers, and governance. A key project will be writing a grant proposal. BUSA 330 F Global Business Environment [4] An introduction to the global business environment, looking at the interactions and external pressures corporations and non-profits face while doing business or providing services in the world economy. With increasing complexity and interdependence institutions must operate within the framework of the global marketplace. Thus they must understand the economic, political, technological, and social-cultural environmental factors facing them to be successful, while still behaving in an ethical and responsible manner. Prerequisite: BUSA 201, may be taken concurrently with this course. BUSA 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. BUSA 399 N Making the Most of Spreadsheets [2] Prepare financial plans, budgets, track expenses, report financial performance and manage personal finances using spreadsheets. BUSA 401 F Human Resources Management [4] Human resources issues that impact organizations, such as oversight, personnel management, volunteer management, team building, compensation planning, and time management. In addition, issues involved in hiring and working with employees, such as EEOC, fair labor standards, motivation, discipline, selection, and position descriptions. Includes a seminar with either general or nonprofit emphasis. BUSA 410 S Business Law and Ethics [2] Explore legal issues in both the business and non-profit world. Examine legal issues that managers of both for-profit and non-profit organizations need to understand to make informed decisions. Also examine ethical issues to consider both in the United States and internationally. Special attention is paid to ethical and moral issues.

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BUSA 420 F1 Managing the Non-Profit Organization [2] Focus on the unique challenges of managing a non-profit organization. Topics include achieving and maintaining non-profit status, defining the mission and goals of the nonprofit organization, measuring success for the non-profit institution, managing a volunteer workforce, building and maintaining successful donor relations, fund accounting, selecting and attracting board members, and the role of the global Non-Government Organization (NGO).

BUSA 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are determined in collaboration with the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

BUSA 430 F Operations and Management [2] An examination of key concepts, such as quantitative techniques, and practices applied by world managers in the production of goods and services, including the study of methods of behavior, input and output relationships, system and facility design, scheduling and inventory control systems, management information systems, and facility locations.

COMM 101 F,S Intro to Communications and Public Speaking [4] Introduction to the field of human communication as developed in contemporary theory and research. An emphasis on public speaking with students delivering three presentations throughout the semester. Examines the various subfields of communications.

BUSA 435 S Business Information Systems [4] Focuses upon how business and non-profit organizations use information systems to achieve business objectives. Analyzes the ways marketing, manufacturing, finance and human resources managers use information to manage business activities and achieve organizational goals. BUSA 440 S Strategic Planning [4] Examines how firms develop business strategies to adapt to changing business environments and new business opportunities. Brings together information learned in finance, economics, marketing and human resources classes to analyze how firms can create and implement plans to achieve a successful future. Case studies are used to illustrate real-life challenges organizations have faced. Prerequisite: upper division status. BUSA 480 Arr Non-Profit Practicum [4] Participation in a nonprofit organization for at least 20 hours per week under direct supervision of a nonprofit professional in conjunction with a seminar. BUSA 485 Arr Business Practicum [4] Participation in an organization for at least 20 hours per week under direct supervision of a professional, taken in conjunction with a seminar. BUSA 497 Teaching Assistant

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COMM 201 F,S Student Newspaper [1] Students gain real-world experience by producing news and feature stories for a campus newspaper. Requires writing and reporting skills. Repeatable up to 4 credits. COMM 202 F,S Yearbook [1] Learn various aspects of the yearbook publication process such as layout and design, copy writing, photography, budget and finance, and promotion and publicity. Students are responsible for producing complete layouts in order to meet publication deadlines. Repeatable up to 4 credits. COMM 203 N Basic Broadcasting [2] Fundamentals of radio broadcasting and production including audio console operation, use of broadcast equipment, program formats, FCC rules and regulations, and announcing. Apply skill at Everett radio station (KSER). Juniors may take COMM 303 for upper division credit. COMM 204/304 N Trinity Television Lab [1] Repeatable up to 4 credits. Work in teams to identify, design, produce, write, shoot, edit and serve as talent on video stories about college life and activities for Trinity Lutheran College TV. Prerequisite: COMM 370 or COMM 410 and/or Permission of Instructor/Communications Chair. COMM 207 Digital Design Tools [4] Fundamentals of digital design software programs are explored. Fundamental design principles for print layout, website creation and typography will be addressed while mastering techniques used extensively in the digital design industry. May also be taken as VCOM 207. 99

COMM 300 S Media Writing and Analysis [4] Develop an applied understanding of print and electronic journalismâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s methods of news writing, gathering information, producing and critiquing media messages along with current legal/ethical issues informing media production, dissemination, and reception. COMM 301 Student Newspaper Repeatable up to 4 credits.

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COMM 303 N Basic Broadcasting [2] Fundamentals of radio broadcasting and production including audio console operation, use of broadcast equipment, program formats, FCC rules and regulations, and announcing. Apply skills at Everett radio station (KSER). COMM 310 N Multimedia Message Analysis [4] Introduction to the use of multimedia and digital elements in communicative exchanges, including how visual information is interpreted. Special emphasis on methods of critical analysis. COMM 320 S Rhetorical and Communication Theories [4] Historical overview of theories constituting the communicative arts. Rhetorical theories from classical to modern times tracing the influence of Aristotelian to post-modern principles on the development of communication theories. Social scientific theories of communication are also explored. COMM 330 F Methods of Inquiry and Research [4] Study approaches to communication of discovery and research. Explore various methods of researching, analyzing, and assessing communicative behavior. Explore methods ranging from rhetorical criticism to positivistic forms of analysis. COMM 350 F Persuasive Messages and Campaigns [4] Examine the logical and psychological principles used in oral, written, and digital persuasive messages. Analyze the persuasive process and learn to craft effective rhetorical messages. Ethical responsibility of communicators is considered as well as forms of persuasive campaigns such as social movements.

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COMM 353 F Graphic Design [4] Graphic Design is the unique blending of words and pictures, color and lines, which come together to form almost all of the content we encounter in print or on a screen. Introduction to contrast, repetition, alignment, proximity, color theory, and grid systems. Using both traditional media and the Adobe Creative Suite, explore common design tasks from designing billboards to websites. May also be taken as VCOM 353. COMM 360 S1 Advertising and Marketing Principles [4] Focuses on the persuasive and communicative components used in the fields of advertising and marketing. Topics include advertising, copywriting, message design, production, and critique. Introduction to the persuasive and practical applications of advertising and marketing. Emphasizes problem-solving, communication, critical thinking, and design team communication skills. May also be taken as BUSA 305. COMM 369 N Introduction to Multimedia Storytelling [4] Introduction to best practices in the creation of stories for video, web and live event applications. Overview of effective storytelling techniques and tools used to connect effectively with audiences in a variety of multimedia and live event applications. Gain hands-on experience in the construction and crafting of stories including the foundation blocks of effective storytelling, storytelling design and delivery, storytelling devices, and exposure to visual storytelling keys. COMM 370 N Video Design [4] An overview of theories and conceptual tools used to design digital messages for various media. Explore ethical and legal issues underlying the design process as well as engage with a variety of technologies and computer applications necessary to create digital content for various multimedia venues. May also be taken as VCOM 370. COMM 371 N Multimedia Storytelling Production [4] Hands-on experience in the production of stories for video, web and live events. Examine the work of multimedia storytelling professionals and apply production processes related to a story they design, deliver, and produce in teams. Production processes include research, proposal writing, storyboarding and planning, interviewing, photography/ videography, on-camera talent, editing, audio and music design, budgeting and financing strategies, production schedules, venue scouting, talent booking, crew selection, scriptwriting, technical and legal considerations, and rehearsals.

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COMM 372 N Advanced Multimedia Design and Storytelling [4] Working in teams to expand competencies acquired in COMM 370 to identify, design and deliver multimedia storytelling presentations for both the Trinity Lutheran College website and for a non-profit organization in the Everett area. Prerequisite: COMM 370 or permission of the instructor and/or Communications Chair. COMM 380 N Advanced Presentations [4] Study and practice of advanced presentational speaking in professional/business settings. Emphasizes delivery, organizational strategies, adapting to diverse audiences, and using technology in presentations. COMM 381 N Homiletics and Advanced Presentations [4] A synthesis of oral and written communication skills will be developed toward more effective exposition of Biblical texts. Learn different methods of preparation and delivery of sermons, and learn resources available for long range planning. COMM 390 N Freedom of Speech and Press [4] Examines selected issues in freedom of speech and press as embodied in communications law, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution of the United States. Emphasis on the First and Fourteenth Amendments, to include understanding of clear and present danger, libel and slander, pornography, privacy, and public access to information. Considers functions of American legal system in resolving civil and criminal cases regarding the production, dissemination, and reception of communicative messages. COMM 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. COMM 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects selected and facilitated by the instructor. Must submit a directed study proposal for approval by the instructor and the academic dean before registering. COMM 400 N Public Relations [4] A perspective on public relations as integrated into overall workings of public and private organizational strategy and tactics. Key processes required in practice of public relations and standards required for professionalism. Explore TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

the tools and techniques of public relations. Apply public relations principles in a public relations campaign. COMM 410 F Video Production [4] Learn and experience the process of digital message production while also examining the work of professional digital designers. Topics include shooting, camera work, lighting, editing, audio, storyboarding, timing, post-production, and editing using professional software. Work in teams to produce a complete multimedia message. May also be taken as VCOM 410. COMM 411 N Advanced Multimedia Production [4] Work in production teams with guidance from professionals to identify, produce, write, shoot, edit and serve as talent in the production of stories for video, web and live events. Teams also work with TLC-TV production students to help with the production of content for the weekly TLC-TV show. Prerequisite: COMM 370 or permission of the instructor and/or Communications Chair. COMM 420 N Rhetorical Criticism/Hermeneutics [4] Focus on criteria and methods for interpreting discourse with general assessment of the form and function of symbolic action. Analyze situation, argument, structure and style. Specialized approaches such as cultural analysis and close textual analysis are explored. COMM 425 N Rhetorics of Public Discourse [4] Explore the many public contexts where rhetoric flourishes and rhetoricâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s symbolic dimensions in these contexts. Consider the rhetoric of public memory, science, religion, law, politics, and society in both theory and practice. COMM 430 N Communication Consulting and Training [4] Considers the field of consulting and corporate trainings from a communication perspective. Provides understanding and experience in developing skills and techniques applicable in various consulting contexts. Covers planning, designing, and executing consultancies with a variety of agencies. COMM 431 N Communications and Leadership [4] Explore contemporary concepts about the meanings and functions of leadership communication in organizations. Learn how organizational communication encompasses not only communication within businesses, but also within large private or nonprofit associations, larger community groups, and governments both large and small. Topics include organizational communication research, such as culture, socialization, systems theory, communication and 101

technology, and globalization. Experience scenarios in class include how to lead, influence, and coach more effectively. COMM 440 N Health Communication [4] Provides a framework for better understanding the processes and applications of communication theories in various healthcare contexts. Emphasis on the improvement of communication competencies for interaction between healthcare professionals and the publics they serve. Covers interpersonal, organizational, intercultural, and ethical elements of health communication. COMM 450 N Communication in the Classroom [4] Focuses on classroom communication such as listening, perception, verbal and nonverbal messages, and instructional strategies. Includes a communication analysis of a classroom observation and the introduction of creative pedagogical techniques. COMM 460 N Intercultural Communication [4] Examines intercultural communication in a variety of contexts including interpersonal, small group, and corporate intercultural exchanges. Explore ways in which cultural differences can lead to misunderstandings. Through such inquiry, insights will be obtained about communicating competently with persons of other cultures. COMM 470 N Special Topics Seminar [4] Topics may vary each term, thus different topics may be taken for credit. Prerequisites: Upper-division standing and permission of the instructor. COMM 480 F Capstone (Senior Thesis/Project) [4] All Communications majors must complete capstone. A senior thesis, project, or portfolio that showcases the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s track option. Must have 1. passed English Composition 2. completed the three Communication Concentration courses 3. be of senior standing. Seniors participate in an in-depth treatment of one specific area of interest through independent (faculty-directed) reading, research, and final thesis, project, or portfolio. Help seniors integrate their applied communication major with their future careers. One avenue of focus may be on traditional research, that prepares for graduate school. COMM 490 F,S Internships/Field Experience [1-4] Apply, integrate, and explore their educational experience as an intern in a public or private organization. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 total credits. Prerequisite: Completion of 20 credits in Communications. 102

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Children, Youth & Family Studies CYFS 210 F Foundations for Children, Youth & Family Studies [4] Explores biblical and theological foundations for ministry and service with children, youth, and families. Introduces current research related to children and adolescents and surveys cultural, sociological, and global dynamics impacting work among children, youth, and families today. CYFS 211 S Models for Programming [4] Analyzes programming models for children, youth, and families in churches, agencies, and parachurch organizations and how models benefit program planning. Reviews historical trends in ministry and service with children and youth. Introduces frameworks for program development and lesson planning. Prerequisite: CYFS 210. CYFS 230 N Service Projects and Mission Trips [2] Provides a framework for designing youth-oriented service and mission experiences using a comprehensive service learning model. Includes review of experiential education theory, biblical views of service, and evaluation of programming resources. CYFS 300 S Family Systems [2] Introduces theoretical models of family and organizational dynamics. Explores the role of family or system functions as well as intervention strategies used to facilitate change. Special topics include alcoholism and drug abuse in the family, single parent family structures, and socioeconomic, cultural and educational influences on the family.

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CYFS 305 S Youth Retreat Planning [2] Equips participants to plan and lead effective retreats for youth, families, and adults. Addresses theme development, program planning, event leadership, publicity, budgeting, logistics, and program evaluation. Learning is put into practice as the class plans and executes a high school retreat program. CYFS 320 F Lifespan Development [4] Surveys the primary historical and emerging theories of human lifespan development. Explores specific aspects of biological, cognitive, psychosocial, and spiritual development from conception through adulthood. May also be taken as PSYC 320. CYFS 330 S Counseling Skills [4] Presents the primary dynamics of the non-professional counseling relationship, current theories, and basic practices and techniques useful in counseling settings. Explores relevant counseling issues in the lives of children, youth, and families, such as depression, child abuse, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, death and dying, substance abuse, and mental health disorders. Prerequisite: CYFS 320. CYFS 335 F Congregational Children’s Ministry [2] Explores goals, planning and curricula for effective for children ages infant through 12. Includes day camping, Vacation Bible School, programs for children with special needs, and the needs of children around the world. Prerequisite: CYFS 210; CYFS 320 or concurrent. CYFS 336 F Congregational Youth Ministry [2] Explores major programmatic areas of church-based youth ministry, including discipleship, service projects, retreats, and leadership training. Introduces program planning skills and evaluation of programmatic resources for theological integrity and practical use. Prerequisites: CYFS 210; CYFS 320 or concurrent. CYFS 337 N Confirmation [2] Explores the historical, cultural, and theological development of Confirmation instruction and develops skills for creating and evaluating current practices in congregational Christian education. CYFS 338 Young Adult Ministry Explores the theological, developmental, and cultural dimensions of emerging adulthood to understand the church’s mission in engaging young adults through TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

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effective ministry practices. Includes on-site observations of programs designed for young adults. CYFS 339 N Family Ministry [2] Explores programming models and resources for creating effective family and intergenerational ministries. Emphasis is placed on biblical and theological principles for the congregation’s role in supporting faith development in the family context. CYFS 345 N Community Agency Programming [2] Introduces the process of designing, implementing, and evaluating effective programs in organizations that serve children, youth, and families. Topics include needs assessment, asset-based community development, and partnerships. Prerequisite: CYFS 211 or permission of the instructor. CYFS 346 N Community Agency Administration [2] Explores basic administrative principles for communitybased organizations. Topics include finances, fund raising, management, personnel, governance, strategic planning and evaluation, legal issues, and communication. Prerequisite: CYFS 211 or permission of the instructor. CYFS 355 F1 Outdoor Ministry Administration [2] Provides an overview of administrative leadership within an outdoor ministry program. Topics include working with boards and committees, marketing, human resources, risk management, finance, fundraising, food service, and facilities management. Credit is given for participation in the Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Administrative Leadership Training Event, as well as completion of a learning portfolio. Additional course fee and travel costs. CYFS 356 F2 Outdoor Ministry Programming [2] Provides an overview of programmatic leadership within an outdoor ministry program. Topics include program planning, leading Bible studies and worship, program staffing, creation stewardship, self-care and wholeness, valuing diversity, and hospitality. Credit is given for participation in the Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Programmatic Leadership Training Event, as well as completion of a learning portfolio. Additional course fee and travel costs. CYFS 380 S Practicum [4] Provides an opportunity to practice skills in program leadership through serving 4-6 hours per week within a church, agency, or other nonprofit organization relevant to the student’s interests. Class sessions address program administration, communication, conflict management, financial 103

management, working with volunteers, and other organizational issues. Prerequisite: CYFS 211. CYFS 398 N Special Topic Seminar [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. CYFS 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects selected and facilitated by the instructor. Must submit a directed study proposal for approval by the instructor and the academic dean before registering. CYFS 480 F Field Experience [14] Provides 560-hour internship within an organization or church that serves children, youth or families. Applies previous coursework to al aspects of program development and leadership under direct supervision of an on-site mentor. Sites are chosen based on individual learning objectives and must meet departmental requirements. Prerequisite: Senior status and departmental approval. CYFS 485 S Philosophy & Practice of Ministry [4] Integrates prior learning and practical experiences to create a personal philosophy and practice for working with children, youth and families. Explores approaches to longrange planning, culminating in a one-year strategic program plan for a church or organization. Prepares students to gain employment in a professional position and consider future personal and professional development. Prerequisite: CYFS 480. CYFS 497 Teaching Assistant

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Early Childhood Education ECED 110 S Environments for Teaching and Learning [4] Explores the history of early learning with an eye towards early learning models and practices. Examines current understandings of the importance of environment to support learning at school and in the home. Introduces program delivery models. Concentrates on developing skills in presentation methods. (Required for ECE majors) ECED 210 F Child Growth and Development [4] Explores basic principles of child development, with special attention to the infant, preschool, and elementary school age child. Includes sequential stages of human development, factors influencing growth and learning, gender diversity, the role of play in development, and the implications of spiritual nurture in the growth of the child. ECED 270 S Developing Attentiveness: Using Observation [4] Provides supervised, practical experience in a preschool setting. Observe, participate, and teach in a classroom. Weekly seminars will link the classroom experience to ECE methods, developmental and theoretical aspects of preschool education, and the integration of faith. Requires a portfolio of experiences, observations, evaluations, and lesson plans with evidence of skills development. ECED 298 Special Topics [1-2] Offers special occasional opportunities to explore topics in the discipline often with an expert in the field from outside the college. Includes attendance at the annual WAEYC and ELEA Early Childhood conferences. ECED 303 S1 Children and Nature [2] Explores the importance of natural settings for the physical, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and spiritual well being of early learners today. Theories of Lev Vygotsky, Erik Erikson, and Richard Louv will be highlighted. ECED 305 S2 Children’s Literature, Language and Literacy [4] Explores historical and contemporary works of literature for children ages toddler – 12. Explores the history of children’s literature, its impact on child development, and the cultural and social diversity in books. Reviews the process of emergent language and the impact of caregivers on children’s literacy. A literacy practicum includes lesson planning and delivery in an early learning program. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

ECED 308 S2 Administration and Management of Early Learning Programs [4] Explores guidelines for developing and managing an early learning facility. Includes budget writing, school board development, community needs assessment, facility management, staffing guidelines, enrollment management, and other skills necessary to manage a quality early childhood education program. ECED 310 F Diversity in Learning and Behavior [2] Explores appropriate practices for the diversity of needs found in any classroom, including observation and experiences with multi-cultural, urban, and special needs populations, the understanding of groups, and the needs of exceptional learners. Explores classroom management and child guidance methods and techniques. ECED 360 F Curriculum and Content Areas [4] Explores the relationship between traditional content areas, play, and effective learning. Considers the use of natural spaces and activities for cognitive, physical, spiritual, behavioral, and social/emotional learning. Integrates spiritual content with traditional content areas. Explores the concept of “emergent curriculum” and “school readiness.” ECED 398 Special Topics [1-2] Offers special occasional opportunities to explore topics in the discipline often with an expert in the field from outside the college. Includes attendance at the annual WAEYC and ELEA Early Childhood conferences. ECED 399 Directed Study [1-2] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering. ECED 470 F Field Experience [14] Offers opportunity for full-time practical experience in a preschool, home day care, or agency, working with an experienced on-site supervisor in the field of early learning. ECED 475 S Applied Early Learning [4] Includes discussion of personal philosophy, organizational, and career issues, presentation of research to the ECE department, and mentoring of current undergraduate students. Compilation of a formal assessment portfolio and resume will culminate in a “mock” interview. TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

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English ENGL 090 F English Skills [2] Instruction and practice in sentence structure, including English grammar and punctuation, as well as in larger units of composition. Intended to support students who did not achieve placement into English 101. Prerequisite: Writing placement exam. ENGL 101 F,S English Composition [4] Learn to write clear, concise, grammatically correct English prose, covering the rudiments of English composition. Reviews parts of speech, punctuation, spelling, and sentence and paragraph construction. Develops analytical reading skills and prepares students for college-level composition. ENGL 201 S Literature of the Western World [4] Explores the development of Western literature from Homer’s Odyssey (ca. 650 B.C.) through the present day. Introduction to a broad sampling of the “Great Books” which highlight the literary legacy of Western Civilization. Special attention to epic poetry and the four pillars of this genre found in the masterpieces of Homer (Iliad and Odyssey), Vergil (Aeneid), Dante (Divine Comedy), and Milton (Paradise Lost). Highlights works in which the authors combined timeless spiritual insight with extraordinary literary gifts to produce classics of faith expression. ENGL 301 S Creative Writing Seminar [2] Provides an opportunity and learning experience for students interested in creative writing. Fictional and non-fictional prose, playwriting, and poetry are covered. Individual accountability to the instructor to produce original, artistic creations, in a writing-intensive course. Prerequisite: writing skills assessment by instructor. ENGL 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. 105

ENGL 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering. ENGL 445 F,S Writing Center Tutorial [2] Provides supervised learning experience to work as tutors in Trinityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Writing Center. Train as tutors during the early weeks of the term, then spend regular weekly hours in the writing center tutoring peers. Tutors can expect regular coaching and conferences with instructor. Prerequisite: Application required. ENGL 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are determined in collaboration with the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

Geography GEOG 201 N World Geography [4] Examines the physical and demographic features of global societies. Emphasis on understanding the various cultures of the world in relationship to their physical environment.

Greek GREK 301 F Greek I [4] Gives preparation for reading and translating New Testament Greek with sufficient skill to pursue independent study or continue into second-year Greek. First-year Greek stresses vocabulary and grammar. As skill increases, simple New Testament passages will be read. GREK 302 S Greek II [4] Gives preparation for reading and translating New Testament Greek with sufficient skill to pursue independent study or continue into second-year Greek. First-year Greek stresses vocabulary and grammar. As skill increases, simple New Testament passages will be read. Focuses on translating I John and reviews both the grammar and the vocabulary of the first semester. Prerequisite: GREK 301.

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GREK 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. GREK 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering. GREK 401 F Greek III [3] Builds reading, translation, and exegetical skills. New Testament readings include epistles and gospels, Patristic readings include Athanasius and Basil. Exegetical studies are required in the last semester. Prerequisites: GREK 302. GREK 402 S Greek IV [3] Builds reading, translation, and exegesis skills. Readings are drawn from the New Testament, Septuagint, Apostolic Fathers and Patristics. Exegetical studies are required. Prerequisites: GREK 401. GREK 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are determined in collaboration with the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

Hebrew HEBR 301 F1 Hebrew I [4] Introduces the fundamentals of the Hebrew language: grammar, word and sentence structure, verbal system, reading, and writing. Introduces resources and aids for word study and translation. Skills acquired for use in other coursework and personal Bible study. HEBR 302 S1 Hebrew II [4] Continuation of the fundamentals of the Hebrew language: grammar, word and sentence structure, verbal system, reading, and writing. Introduces resources and aids for word study and translation. Skills acquired for use in other coursework and personal Bible study. Prerequisite: HEBR 301.

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HEBR 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. HEBR 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

History HIST 101 N Global History [4] An introduction to history from global societies. Eastern and Western cultures from the beginning of civilization to the present. HIST 110 N United States History [4] An overview of North American history with special emphasis on the United States. Cultural Interaction, immigration, societal, ethnic interaction, and understanding social and philosophical aspects of society. HIST 210 F The Church and Western Civilization [4] Surveys the ideas people and events that directly contributed to and shaped the development of Western civilization and the Church from the late second century to the present. Special attention will be given to the role of womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voices in this development. HIST 220 N Pacific Northwest History [4] An overview of the history and culture of the Pacific Northwest with special attention to Washington. Exploration of the natural and cultural history of the region. HIST 310 S Reformation History [4] Study of the key events, personalities, and movements that marked the Protestant reformation. The spirit of reform simmered for some 200 years before breaking out with surprising intensity in the 16th century, giving birth to Protestantism and shattering the papal leadership of western Christendom. Three major traditions marked early Protestantism: Lutheran, Reformed, and Anglican. After a generation, the Church of Rome itself, led by the Jesuits, recovered its moral fervor. Bloody struggles between

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Catholics and Protestants followed and Europe was ravaged by war before it became obvious that western Christendom was permanently divided. Prerequisite: HIST 210. HIST 343 F History of Christian Thought [4] Presents the origin and development of Christian doctrines from a biblical and historical perspective. The historical development of selected Christian doctrines and factors that were influential in their formulation. Key figures and movements in the history of Christian thought from the time of the early church through modern times. May be taken as RELI 343. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114 HIST 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. HIST 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering. HIST 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are determined in collaboration with the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

Informatics INFO 210 Introduction to Human-Computer Interfacing [4] Provides an introduction to and overview of the field of human-computer interaction (HCI). HCI is an interdisciplinary field that integrates theories and methodologies from computer science, cognitive psychology, design and many other areas. Topics discussed include the history and future of HCI, User-Centered Design, Prototyping, Heuristic Evaluation, Direct Manipulation, Representation, Visual and Informational Design, Evaluating Designs, Conducting User Studies and Collaboration on the Web. INFO 220 Basic Programming [4] Introduction to base programming tools, including C++, C sharp, Java and programming tools for the web.

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INFO 230 Basic Tools of Database Programming [4] Introduction to programming for users of database design concepts. Entering and modifying data, accessing data using visual tools and SQL, and building database applications using forms and application development tools. Emphasis on problem-solving techniques.

(HCID) describes the way a person or group accomplishes tasks with a computerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;what the individual or group does and how the computer responds; what the computer does and how the individual or group responds. Organized around a collection of readings and designing projects applying human-computer interaction principles to the design, selection and evaluation of interactive systems.

INFO 250 Analytics, Research Design and Methods [4] Introduction to methods of analytical, abstract and critical thinking; deductive reasoning; and logical, research and mathematical tools used in information sciences. Topics include propositional and predicate logic, natural deduction proof system, sets, functions and relations, proof methods in mathematics, mathematical induction and graph theory. Explores the use of data mining techniques in different settings, including business and scientific domains. Emphasis on using techniques instead of developing new techniques or algorithms. Select, prepare, visualize, analyze and present data that leads to discovery of novel and actionable information.

INFO 330 Advance of Database Design and Administration [4] Designing and constructing advanced database architecture. Introduction to taxonomy. Understanding the constructs of database designs. Introduction to data warehousing and reporting tools to drive analytical decisions.

INFO 270 Introduction to Information Security, Privacy and Compliance [4] Information security with a primarily focus on introduction to three core areas of technical aspects of security, organizational aspects of security and legal aspects of security. Through real life examples, illuminate fundamental ideas and concepts of information security. Reevaluate and conceptualize material learned in discrete courses to consider the topics from the perspective of security. Vulnerabilities that combine standard hardware and software configurations will be examined because they illuminate both security and computer networks. Operating systems and file systems are examined from the perspective of access control, permissions and availability of system services. INFO 280 Documentation, Research and File Management Systems [4] Focuses on classifying, coding, processing, storing, retrieving and preserving or securely destroying the paper, electronic and other records organizations receive or generate. They support information management and professional staff in a variety of ways, including the traditional retrieving of records relevant to access requests. INFO 310 HCI Design and Usability [4] The analysis of human factors and the design of computer application interfaces. A survey of current HCI designs with an eye toward what future technologies will allow. Emphasizes learning HCI based on implementation and testing interfaces. Human-computer interaction design

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INFO 345 Business and Governance Informatics [4] Managerial and technological strategies for the success of e- business adoption and diffusion. Topics such as mobile technology, information systems innovation, adoption, diffusion and management will be discussed. Learn to support executive information systems as well as have skills to perform data-mining tasks with that information. INFO 360 Digital Literacy and Social Informatics [4] Introduction to key social research perspectives and literatures on the use of information and communication technologies. Discusses current topics such as information ethics, relevant legal frameworks, popular and controversial uses of technology (for example, peer-to-peer file sharing), digital divides, and so on. Outlines research methodologies for social informatics INFO 401 Ethics in the Information Age [4] Ethical and professionalization issues that arise in the context of designing and using networked information technologies and information resources. Examines frameworks for making ethical decisions, emergent technologies and their ethical implications, information/computer professionalism. Topics include privacy, intellectual property, cybercrime, games, social justice and codes of professional ethics. Fulfills Information Fluency requirement. INFO 480 N Topics in Informatics or Cognate programs [4] Search Engine Design, App Development, Multimedia Digital Design, Business Database Management, and Digital Media in the Intercultural World. Cognate topics may also be cross-listed with other departments, including Psychology, Communications, and Biblical Studies.

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INFO 481 Project Management [4] Introduces project management principles within the context of Informatics. Provides knowledge that managers need to implement information systems on time and within budget. Concentrates on methods and issues in organizing, planning and controlling projects, and the use of computerbased project management tools.

Competencies, explores the cultural understandings and ministry skills required for intercultural evangelism and to facilitate contextual faith communities. Methodologies of evangelism, church planting, and development are analyzed with focus on cultural variations in organization, social roles, social change, and decision-making. Gain skills to communicate the Gospel of Jesus Christ interculturally. Prerequisite: ICUL 310 or permission of the instructor.

INFO 497 Arr Teaching Assistant [1] Prerequisite: junior status and department chair approval.

ICUL 320 J1 Perspectives on Urban Ministry [4] The Everett community is our classroom, introducing us to the benefits and challenges of urban life. Explore the trends facing increasing urbanization globally, and the opportunities for ministry. Engage the biblical and faith community resources for outreach and justice in the city.

INFO 498 Arr Senior Capstone: Design and Management of Information Systems [4] Students select an appropriate project (preferably based on cognate) and then develop a plan that leads to success. Teamwork, communication and organizational skills are emphasized in a real-world-style environment.

Intercultural Studies ICUL 201 F Dynamics of the Global Christian Movement [4] Historical accounts, extensive contemporary and missiological literature provide a comprehensive introduction to the mission of the Christian church and the development of the church in Asia, Africa, Latin America from varied perspectives. Study includes the political, cultural, ideological, spiritual, and relational dynamics that have influenced the historical spread of Christianity and shape the continuing mission enterprise of today’s global church, as well as the vocational calling of missionaries. ICUL 211 S2 Encountering Religions and Belief Systems of the World [4] Readings, discussions, interviews, and field experiences, introduce the cultural heritage, beliefs, practices, and sociological components of the worlds’ major religions and religious movements. Students develop appreciation and respect toward faith traditions and practitioners. ICUL 310 F Intercultural Competencies [2] Introduces the biblical basis, tools and skills for cultural competency. Gain understandings for effective intercultural living, education, teamwork, and conflict resolution. With contributions from anthropologists, communication specialists, and ministry practitioners, the relationship of the Gospel and culture is considered. ICUL 311 Intercultural Outreach Building on foundations established in Intercultural TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

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ICUL 330 J2,N Language and Cultural Immersion Experience [4] Involves students in a global learning experience. Language and culture learning through personal encounters, exposure to evangelistic and development organizations, and adventurous engagement with the history, culture and spirituality of the region. Offerings vary; including Latin America, Africa, and Asia. ICUL 350 S Lavik Lecture on Cross-Cultural Evangelism [1] The Verne Lavik Lectureship in Cross-cultural Evangelism was established by the family of Verne Lavik in 1984 to provide for education and training in communicating the gospel across cultural barriers. Up to two lecturers a year are brought to campus to facilitate weekend workshops. ICUL 380 S Intercultural Ministries Practicum [4] Combining classroom discussions with on-site experiences under the guidance of a supervisor, focuses on leadership and skills for intercultural ministry. Five to eight hours per week of hands-on experience within a congregation, agency, or non-profit organization setting that is relevant to the student’s chosen concentration and approved by the department. Using the site as a “working lab,” provides guided learning in the areas of time management, communication, conflict management, office administration, and other organizational capacities. May also be taken as CYFS 380 ICUL 382 Arr Internship Preparation [1] Provides supervised logistical and academic preparation required for those who plan to fulfill an intercultural internship. Among the tasks addressed are securing a suitable internship site and supervisor, preparing an internship proposal and contract, planning for required traveling, compiling information regarding the ministry context, and developing 109

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and be approved by the course instructor. Prerequisites: senior status and ICUL 382.

ICUL 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Offers special occasional opportunities to explore topics in the discipline, often with an expert in the field from outside the college.

ICUL 490 N Guided Readings [2] Independent reading following a guideline that may include missionary biographies, mission history, mission strategy, theology, and cultural studies, with opportunities to discuss the readings with other students. Prerequisites: ICUL 201

ICUL 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering. ICUL 411 S1 Mission Theory, Strategies, and Practice [4] Combining a survey of current literature and case studies, explores the socio-cultural, political, economic, and spiritual principles and practices of various mission strategies on both macro- and micro-levels within intercultural and/or urban settings. Emphasis on holistic models which incorporate the proclamation of the Gospel with justice advocacy, development, and human care ministries, this course examines methods and strategies which empower residents, work for justice, and envision the reign of God. ICUL 450 S2 Missional Theology [2] A mission-focused survey of Scripture provides the framework to engage students in theological and vocational reflection that is integrated with previous coursework and internship experiences. Following a seminar format, engage God’s Word with their newfound perspectives on the world, and vice versa. Research the theological and missiological import of a topic pertinent to academic and vocational interests, and also develop a personal “theology of mission.” May also be taken as RELI 451. ICUL 480 Arr Intercultural Internship [14] Serve in an organization or church under the direct supervision of an on-site supervisor. Focus is direct application of previous coursework and participating in all aspects of program development and leadership within an organization that serves the local/global community. Carry out a research project designed to closely examine a specific aspect of intercultural ministry. Evaluate potential for adjusting to long-term intercultural involvement. Sites are chosen specific to a student’s academic interests and are tailored to meet the student’s particular learning objectives. Sites and on-site supervisors must meet departmental requirements

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ICUL 497 Teaching Assistant Arr Prerequisite: junior status and approval from department chair. ICUL 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to research, analyze, integrate, and present a subject of personal interest. Permission of the instructor required.

Latin LATN 301 F1 Latin I [4] Introduces basic morphology and syntax of classical Latin; focus on English vocabulary building through a knowledge of Latin roots, and an understanding of basic Latin grammar. LATN 302 S1 Latin II [4] Introduces basic morphology and syntax of classical Latin; focus on English vocabulary building through a knowledge of Latin roots, and an understanding of basic Latin grammar. Begin to translate selected secular Latin texts. Ecclesiastical readings are drawn from Jerome, Augustine, Bede, Gregory the Great, and Thomas a Kempis. Prerequisite: LATN 301. LATN 398 Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. LATN 399 Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

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Mathematics MATH 105 S Mathematics for the Social Sciences [2] A study of mathematical applications to business, economics, social sciences, and personal finance. Topics include mathematics of finance, taxes, insurance, and investing. Emphasis on application of mathematics to everyday problems, developing reasoning ability, and using technology appropriately. MATH 121 Function/Algebraic Methods I [2] Gain a basic understanding of theory and applications of functions and algebraic methods of problem solving for linear, quadratic, polynomial and rational functions. MATH 122 Function/Algebraic Methods II [2] Gain a basic understanding of theory and applications of matrix solutions of systems of linear equations, elementary linear programming, exponential and logarithmic functions. MATH 151 Calculus [4] Functions, limits, continuity, trigonometric functions, techniques and applications of differentiation, indefinite and definite integrals, the fundamental theorem. MATH 205 F Introduction to Statistics [4] Teaches the core statistical ideas and some tools to potential users of statistics. Determine when to use a statistical analysis, how to structure and complete a statistical analysis, and how to interpret the results. Topics include the structure of data sets, histograms, means, standard deviations, mathematical structures, and correlation. May also be taken as PSYC 205.

Music MUSI 111 F Music Theory I [3] Introduction to basic music theory including scales, keys and chordal harmony. Introduction to computer music composition software. MUSI 112 S Music Theory II [3] Continuation of MUSI 111 with further study of chordal harmony. Prerequisite: MUSI 111 or permission of the instructor.

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MUSI 121 F Aural Skills I [1] Develop the aural skills needed for interval recognition, sight-singing, as well as rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation. MUSI 122 S Aural Skills II [1] Continuation of MUSI 121. Continue to develop the aural skills needed for interval recognition, sight-singing, as well as rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation. Prerequisite: MUSI 121 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 131 F Piano I [1] Begin developing keyboarding skills including sight-reading, performance, and harmonization of simple melodies. May be offered as a class or a private lesson. MUSI 132 S Piano II [1] Continuation of MUSI 131. Continue to develop keyboarding skills including sight-reading, performance, and harmonization of simple melodies. May be offered as a class or a private lesson. Prerequisite: MUSI 131 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 170 N Class Voice [1] Develop voice and stage presence for successful performance as an ensemble or a solo singer focusing on breath management, resonance, diction, ear training, and musicreading. Recommended for students without previous music experience. MUSI 171 F,S Private Vocal Instruction [1] Receive 12, 30-minute vocal lessons with a trained instructor. Participate in a recital/performance. Open to all. Contact the department chair for more information. May also be taken as MUSI 271, 371, or 471. MUSI 172 F,S Private Instrumental Instruction [1] Receive 12, 30-minute piano, keyboard, guitar, bass guitar, drums, or organ lessons with a trained instructor. Other instrumental training offered on an as-needed basis. Participate in a recital/performance. Open to all. Contact the department chair for more information. May also be taken as MUSI 272, 372 and 472. MUSI 190 F,S Choir [1] Have an opportunity for musical and spiritual growth through the study, performance, and introduction of choral music in various genres and styles. Develop vocal skills, 111

learn and apply music theory and sight signing. The Choir represents Trinity at chapel services, seasonal concerts, special performances, congregational visits, and other events as needed throughout the academic year. Members are expected to attend all functions of the choir. Prerequisite: Audition at the beginning of each term, open to all majors. May also be taken as MUSI 290, 390 or 490. MUSI 191 F,J,S Touring Ensemble [1] A select group performing traditional, contemporary sacred and secular choral music. Members are selected by audition and have had prior vocal experience and possess substantial music reading ability and aural skills. Members exemplify all aspects of the highest levels of professional choral musicianship in rehearsal and in stage performance. There will be a number of performances annually, many of which will be outside of class time. Since the expressed purpose of this group is to prepare for and present performances as ambassadors of Trinity, there will be opportunities to perform in a variety of churches, schools and collegiate venues. Members are required to participate in Choir. Performing ensembles may go on tour during the J-Term or during spring break. Prerequisite: Audition at the beginning of each year. May also be taken as MUSI 291, 391 and 491. MUSI 192 F,S Worship Band [1] An auditioned group of singers and instrumentalists that represent Trinity in chapel services, concerts, special events, school and church outings, and community functions. Performs a variety of musical styles and genres. Learn worship leadership skills, and vocal and instrumental skills. Required to participate in Choir. Performing ensembles may go on tour during the J-Term or during spring break. Prerequisite: Audition at the beginning of each year. May also be taken as MUSI 292, 392 and 492. MUSI 211 Music Theory III Continuation of MUSI 112 with further study of chordal harmony. Prerequisite: MUSI 112 or permission of the instructor.

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MUSI 212 S Music Theory IV [3] Continuation of MUSI 211 with advanced study of chordal harmony and 20th Century practices. Prerequisite: MUSI 211 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 221 F Aural Skills III [1] Continuation of MUSI 122. Continue to develop the aural skills needed for interval recognition, sight-singing, as well as rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation. Prerequisite: MUSI 122 or permission of the instructor. 112

MUSI 222 S Aural Skills IV [1] Continuation of MUSI 221. Continue to develop advanced aural skills needed for interval recognition, sight-singing, as well as rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation. Prerequisite: MUSI 221 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 231 F Piano III [1] Continuation of MUSI 132. Continue to develop keyboarding skills including sight-reading, performance, and harmonization of simple melodies. May be offered as a class or a private lesson. Prerequisite: MUSI 132 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 232 S Piano IV [1] Continuation of MUSI 231. Develop advanced keyboarding skills including sight-reading, performance, and harmonization of simple melodies. Address the needs of the Keyboard Proficiency Exam. May be offered as a class or a private lesson. Prerequisite: MUSI 231 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 242 S Music History I [4] Study of Western music from the early Christian era through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque and Classic eras. Prerequisite: MUSI 211 and MUSI 221 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 271 Private Vocal Instruction

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MUSI 312 S Music Song Writing, Styles and Traditions [4] Discuss and examine Music and Worship styles, traditions, and hymnody. Begin writing worship songs and/or other styles and genres, while learning concepts and practicing skills in song writing with music composition software. There will be interactive conversations and sharing of one anotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music. Prerequisites: MUSI 212 and MUSI 222 or permission of the instructor.

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MUSI 341 S Music History II [4] Continuation of MUSI 242. Cover the evolution of Western music from the Romantic period through the 20th century’s response to new theoretical constructs, technologies, and popular and cross-cultural influences. Prerequisite: MUSI 242 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 342 S Worship, Music and Culture [4] Explores the theology and history of worship from Biblical times through the present with particular emphasis on the role of music in liturgical and non-liturgical corporate worship. Discuss the use of liturgy, psalms, hymns, spirituals and modern worship songs within the context of the rapid cultural and technological changes of today. Topics include planning, preparing, and producing traditional and contemporary worship services that glorify God while ministering to the needs of the 21st century church. Prerequisite: MUSI 361 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 351 S Aspects of Music Ministry [4] Explore the various aspects of a vibrant music and worship ministry: Children’s Choir, Handbells, Praise and Worship Teams, Choir, and Band and Orchestra. Emphasis on how to begin, establish, schedule, budget, and administer a comprehensive program within the church or school context. A practicum experience within a church or school setting is required. Serves as a prerequisite for internships. Prerequisites: MUSI 123, 140, 212, 222, 340, 361 or permission of the instructor.

MUSI 362 S Conducting II [1] Continuation of MUSI 361 as it builds upon the skills taught in MUSI 361. Develop critical listening and corrective skills and techniques. Further development of personal conducting techniques and skills are developed within a choral setting. Score study, programming and exploration of different types and styles of music and performance practices will be explored. Prerequisite: MUSI 361 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 371 Private Vocal Instruction

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MUSI 396 J,S Playfest [4] Audition for roles in a chosen annual production. Learn about set design, basic acting techniques, singing, vocal projection, character/role development and other related topics.

MUSI 353 J Music Technology [4] Introduction to the various technologies used in many of today’s church music ministries. Gain knowledge and technical proficiencies with live sound and recording equipment through lectures, research, discussions, class presentations, individual practice, and hands-on activities. Discussion of how to best arrange and amplify instruments in contemporary worship as well as amplify choirs for worship services or recording. Application in the context of an actual church worship service and rehearsal will be required. Prerequisites: MUSI 212, MUSI 222 and MUSI 361 or permission of the instructor.

MUSI 398 N Special Topics [1-4] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format.

MUSI 361 F Conducting I [1] Instruction in basic conducting patterns, expressive techniques, interpretations of common musical styles and terminology, preparation of a piece for rehearsal or performance, rehearsal and vocal techniques, selection and ordering appropriate repertoire for a group and vocal/choral tone development. Prerequisites: MUSI 212 and MUSI 222 or permission of the instructor.

MUSI 453 J Global Music [4] Explore music from other cultures, to appreciate and understand their spiritual and musical expressions. Opportunities to create different types and genres of music, and experience the performance of different pieces of music. Develop their own music canon of 20 pieces. Prerequisites: MUSI 212, MUSI 222 and MUSI 361 or permission of the instructor.

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MUSI 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

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MUSI 461 F Church Music Rehearsal Techniques [1] Address techniques for leading rehearsals and worship services in both traditional and contemporary settings; directing church choirs, worship teams, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choirs. Prerequisites: MUSI 212 and MUSI 222 or permission of the instructor. MUSI 470 Arr Internship [4] Required for all Music majors. Requirements for internships may be obtained from the department chair. Internships may occur the summer before or during your 4th year and must be approved in advance by the Chair of the Music Department. MUSI 471 Private Vocal Instruction

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MUSI 480 F,S Music and Worship Senior Presentation [2] All graduates must have a final presentation/capstone in the form of the presentation of a paper, a recital, or other performance. The Chair of the Music Department must previously approve this work in order to fulfill graduation requirements. MUSI 490 F,S Choir [1] MUSI 491 Touring Ensemble

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Natural Sciences NSCI 201 F Astronomy [4] A study of the moon, sky, celestial mechanics, solar system, and the sidereal universe. The formation and evolution of stars, space-time, black holes and galaxies. Labs include a study of the laws of physics related to the optics of telescopes, evenings in observation, and a weekend field trip. NSCI 220 S Earth Science and the Ecosystem [4] Introduces the nature of science and the use of the scientific method to study earth, physical, and biological sciences. Shows the numerous and important ways in which air, land, and aquatic systems interrelate with humans. Emphases on broad concepts and fundamental principles of scientific technological methods, the ecosystem equilibrium, the impacts of technology on the world, and stewardship of the environment. NSCI 310 S Physiology of Behavior [4] Studies the designs and functions of the human body. Begins with cell biology, tissue, and membrane functions, and continues with the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. May also be taken as PSYC 310. NSCI 320 F Introduction to Biology [4] Addresses biological concepts from the structure and function of the cell, to the biology of the human body. Understand the chemical basis of life, the essential organic molecules of cells, the structure and function of cells, how cells harvest chemical energy, photosynthesis, concepts of inheritance, DNA structure, functions of genes, microbiology, plant biology, and animal biology. Learn objective, analytical methods for quantifying and understanding the physical, chemical, and biological properties of life, and apply basic analytical skills to problems designed to give a better understanding of biological concepts.

MUSI 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are determined in collaboration with the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

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Philosophy PHIL 201 F Introduction to Philosophy [4] Systematic examination of the major Western philosophies along with a comparison of their respective treatments of the major questions confronting any philosophical system: the existence of God, the problem of evil, the nature of moral value, the theory of knowledge, the nature of reality, and the ethical determination of how humans ought to live. Additional emphasis on the development and role of social ethics. PHIL 305 S Ethical Issues [4] Studies the methods, theory, history, and trends of moral reasoning, with an introduction to relevant issues in applied ethics, and special attention to ethical issues related to sexuality, health care, business, and environmental policy. PHIL 310 F2 Mathematical Logic [4] First order logic is developed as a basis for understating the nature of mathematical proofs and constructions to gain skills in deal with formal languages. Topics covered include propositional and sentential logic, logical proofs, and models of theories. Examples are drawn mainly from mathematics, but the ability to deal with abstract concepts and their formalizations if beneficial. Will count as a Math requirement. PHIL 320 F Philosophy of Religion [4] Explores philosophical reflections on religion, its language, classical approaches to the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the relationship between science and religion. Special attention will be given to evaluating critiques of region and theistic belief, as well as approaches to Christian apologetics. PHIL325 S Modern Philosophy [4] Examination of philosophers and their thought within the modern era, with special attention to analytic philosophy, and the principles of formal logic. PHIL 335 S The Post-Modern Turn [4] Engagement with trends in Continental philosophy and contemporary trends in Anglo-American thought, with special attention to philosophical questions that intersect with the life and practice of the church in the twenty-first century.

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PHIL 399 Arr Directed Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

Physical Education PHED 110 Total Fitness [1] A program of self-selected aerobic exercise, intended to maximize the stewardship of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s body as a gift from God. Self-evaluation of general health and goal setting for improvement or maintenance in order to select aerobic activities best suited for oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s body and life-style. Emphasis on a lifetime commitment. Some of the self-selected aerobic activities include: swimming, biking, jogging, aerobic walking, soccer, basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, and water aerobics. PHED 111 Competitive College Soccer

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PHED 120 Ballroom Dancing Traditional and popular ballroom dance.

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PHED 130 N Bowling [1] Basic fundamentals and techniques of bowling. Proper selection, care, and use of equipment are taught. Terminology and scoring will also be included. Students learn the value of bowling as a recreational activity. PHED 140 N Boxing Conditioning [1] Learn the basic punches, correct footwork, & basic patterns of movement. Improve cardiovascular conditioning, core strength, functional strength and basic technique. PHED 150 N Yoga [1] Improve muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, posture, balance, and relaxation techniques. 115

PHED 170 N Zumba [1] Latin dance style cardio workout. PHED 310 N Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology [1] Study of skeletal, articular, and muscular systems as they are involved in the science of human movement. Explore structure and function of the musculoskeletal system with an emphasis on the mechanical aspect of human motion. Muscle testing, flexibility testing, goniometry, and the aspects of normal functional gait and posture. Prerequisite: PHED 260

Political Science POLS 201 Occasionally Political Science [4] A study of the process of government and how government functions. Special emphasis on United States government and Washington State government.

Psychology PSYC 100 F,S College Success Seminar [1] An introduction to academic and community life at the college level including time management preferred learning styles, note taking skills, test taking skills, reading comprehension, and other topics important to succeeding in college. Required of all first year students unless they matriculate with either 30 college credits that are not obtained through Advance Placement or a cumulative high school GPA of 3.25 or higher. PSYC 101 F Introduction to Psychology [4] An overview of contemporary psychology introducing areas such as: sensation, perception, motivation, learning, emotion, human development, personality, intelligence, abnormal behavior, and psychological measurement. PSYC 205 F Introduction to Statistics [4] Learn core statistical methods and tools of statistics. Determine when to use a statistical analysis, how to structure and complete a statistical analysis, and how to interpret the results. Topics will include the structure of data sets, histograms, means, standard deviations, mathematical structures, and correlation.

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PSYC 260 S2 History and Systems [4] A historical review of psychology as a discipline. Examines the basic assumptions, methodologies, and research findings of the primary psychological theories and traditions. Addresses issues of ethics, as well as civic, social, and global responsibility. PSYC 290 F Helping Skills [2] An introduction to the theories and models of establishing positive relationships with people in need. The topics of intervention, directed questioning, confidentiality, and empathetic communication will be presented. PSYC 291 F Ethics of Counseling [1] Seminar style, discusses the ethical standards of the American Psychological Association, with an emphasis on the ethics issues encountered by those in a counseling role. Common ethical concerns will be discussed as well as methods of preventing and resolving ethical dilemmas. PSYC 300 S Family and Systems [2] Introduces theoretical models of family and organizational dynamics. Explores the role of family or system functions as well as intervention strategies used to facilitate change. Special topics include alcoholism and drug abuse in the family, single parent family structures, and socioeconomic, cultural and educational influences on the family. PSYC 301 S2 Learning and Motivation [4] A study of the basic principles of learning and behavior, with a research emphasis. Topics include classical conditioning and operant conditioning as well as behavior modification. Focus on animal and human learning. A virtual animal laboratory component employs the basic principles of learning. PSYC 302 F1 Introduction to Clinical Psychology [4] A survey of diagnostic and therapeutic strategies employed by clinical psychologists. The scientist-practitioner model is emphasized through the critical analysis of theories and empirical research that provide the foundation for determining effective treatments of mental disorders. PSYC 310 S Physiology of Behavior [4] Studies the biological bases of behavior and mental processes, including, sensation, perception, motivation, memory, psychological disorders, and emotion. May also be taken as NSCI 310.

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PSYC 320 F Lifespan Development [4] Surveys the primary historical and emerging theories of human lifespan development. Explores specific aspects of biological, cognitive, psychosocial, and spiritual development from conception through adulthood.

PSYC 380 N Health Psychology [4] Survey the broad application of psychology to disease and wellness. Topics include stress, healthy habits, substance abuse, eating disorders, chronic pain and psychoneuroimmunology.

PSYC 330 F Research Methods [4] Understand and apply basic social sciences research methods including research design, data analysis, and interpretation. Topics include the design and implementation of research projects, single and multi-factor methodologies, conducting interviews and field observations, constructing and administering surveys, analyzing and interpreting existing data, and constructing program evaluations. Course fulfills Intensive Writing requirement.

PSYC 390 N Nutrition as Behavior [4] Overview selected topics in nutrition that have implications for healthy functioning. Topics include a brief overview of the science of nutrition; a historical review of the origins of modern western diet; taste, smell, food preferences and regulation of food intake; issues in weight control; selected dietary belief systems; acute impact of nutrition and nutritional supplementation on brain function; and a critical look at nutritional interventions in the management of neurological and psychiatric conditions. The primary objective is to provide background sufficient to enable students to critically evaluate new developments in this evolving field.

PSYC 331 F2 Models of Personality [4] Surveys the major theoretical models of personality and their practical implications, as well as social and biological influences on personality. Methods of personality research and relevant findings are also introduced and applied to real-world settings. PSY 340 S1 Social Psychology [4] Examines social psychology theories and methods stressing applicability of discipline specific research and knowledge to contemporary social problems.

PSYC 398 Special Topics Various topics will be determined yearly.

N [4]

PSYC 399 Arr Directed Study [2-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

PSYC 350 F2 Group Processes [4] Learn small group processes - on leading teams - concentrating on leadership and influence processes, especially as they relate to persuasion and to the quality of decision making, performance and creativity of the group. A combination of lecture, discussion and experiential learning.

PSYC 401 N Abnormal Psychology [4] Provides critical analysis of the history, etiology, and of abnormal behavior with reference to methods of assessment and treatment. Emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding of maladaptive behavior.

PSYC 360 N Psychology and Law [4] Examine the interaction between theories and applications of psychology and practice of civil and criminal law. Topics include, insanity, malpractice, competency, civil commitment, violence, jury selection, and expert-witness testimony.

PSYC 405 N Psychology of Gender and Human Sexuality [4] Psychological perspectives of gender. Emphasizes development of gender identity, socialization of each gender in contemporary society, and adult development. Class activities include lectures, films, and discussion. Prerequisite: PSYC 101.

PSYC 365 N Serial Murder and Profiling [2] Examine the topic of serial murder. Cover the history of the phenomenon as well as contemporary events. Various forms of serial murder will be described and profiled. Other topics include serial murder and it relations to race and gender; the myth of serial murder; the media and serial murder; profiling; and some explanations of selected serial killers.

PSYC 410 N Psychological Testing [2] A survey of standardized tests addressing methods of development, standardization, and interpretation.

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PSYC 411 N Introduction to School Counseling [4] An introduction to the field of school psychology, including its history, the roles and functions of school psychologists, professional issues, and ethics and law for school psychologists. PSYC 415 N Physiology of Drug Use [2] A study of the neurochemical, physical and mental effects of commonly used addictive psychoactive substances on the human biological system. Emphasis is placed on the basic pharmacology of psychoactive drugs, the medical consequences of abuse and addiction, and therapeutic approaches for managing chemical dependency. PSYC 420 N Psychology and Religion [4] Focuses on the relationship between psychology and religion. Examines the interaction between psychological aspects of human functioning and religious movements and practices. PSYC 430 S1 Cognition [4] Address major theories and classical research in cognitive psychology. Topics include attention, language, reasoning and problem solving. An emphasis will be placed on memory including every day and extraordinary memory experiences (including false-memory, expertise and memory disorders). PSYC 440 Introduction to S1 Industrial and Organizational Psychology [4] Industrial-organizational (I/O) psychology is the scientific study of the workplace. Psychological knowledge and methodology are used to study relevant business issues including employee and organizational assessment, selection, training, performance, development, behavior, satisfaction, leadership, and work-life balance. I/O psychology utilizes scientific rigor to maximize the economic and psychological well-being of employees and their organizations. Combines lecture and hands-on experiences to gain a sophisticated understanding of the theories and research that guide I/O practice, and practical knowledge of how I/O activities are conducted. PSYC 470 N Psychology of Crime and Deviance [4] Expand knowledge of the sociological and social-psychological theories of deviant behavior, of historical perspectives of deviance as they relate to social change, to the ways in which deviance is constructed within a moral framework of society, and to further develop critical thinking skills concerning the process of deviance definition and

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control. Deviance models from Psychology, Sociology and Criminology will be introduced. PSYC 480 F,S Practicum [4] A practical experience in a clinical or social service or business setting. PSYC 490 F,S Supervised Research [2] Participate in an on-going research lab under the direct supervision of a faculty member. PSYC 495 F Senior Thesis [4] Conduct an individual research project and present the results to a committee. PSYC 497 Teaching Assistant

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PSYC 498 F Capstone [2] Seniors participate in an in-depth treatment of one specific area of interest through independent, faculty-supervised research or directed readings. Help seniors integrate their psychology major with their future plans. Two tracks will be available. Track A will focus on traditional research, preparing students for graduate school in psychology. Track B will focus on applying psychology in the areas that psychology majors plan to pursue after graduation. This tract will be part practicum and part capstone. Prerequisite: PSYC 250 and senior standing in psychology. PSYC 499 Arr Independent Study [1-4] Offers opportunity to study, research, analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are determined in collaboration with the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering.

Biblical Studies and Theology RELI 105 F,S Inductive Bible Study Methods [1] Introduces inductive Bible study methods and Bible study resources to equip faithful interpretive processes. One Bible passage will be studied thoroughly, applying the systematic process.

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RELI 106 F Service Learning Practicum [1] Engages the greater community as a practical learning context in which students serve 3-5 hours per week to address issues and topics identified by community partners. Emphasizes servant leadership and the opportunity for faithful Christian witness in word and/or deed. Class sessions provide time for reflection on the service experience with a faculty advisor. RELI 107 S Service Learning Practicum [1] Engages the greater community as a practical learning context in which students serve 3-5 hours per week to address issues and topics identified by community partners. A continuation of RELI 106, this course emphasizes reflection on service experiences and the relationship between service and vocation. RELI 111 F,J,S The Bible and Worldview [4] An overview of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and New Testament’s narrative themes and introductory issues; begins with a discussion of textual topics and a review of the historical settings (with their political, cultural, and religious dimensions). The Bible’s major literary units and themes are integrated with worldview (Weltanschauung) issues—such as cosmology, anthropology, the human predicament and redemption/renewal—which are foundational for understanding stewardship of creation, current global issues, and a beginning understanding of diverse worldviews. RELI 112 F,S Vocation and Formation I [1] Engages students in intellectual, spiritual and voca¬tional discovery, developing skills that broaden their global perspective, encourage them to think critically, and explore the Christian concept of vocation as a way of life. Through readings, discussion, and reflection, students in this course are equipped to fully participate in the resources offered by Trinity’s Living-Learning community. RELI 113 F,S Vocation and Formation II [1] Exploring Vocation and Spirituality: Continues exploration of vocational and spiritual formation with a particular emphasis on service learning, career guidance, and vocational discernment. Prerequisites: RELI 112 RELI 114 F,S Synoptic Gospels [4] Examines the person, teachings and mission of Jesus Christ, as presented in the three Synoptic Gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Compares and contrasts the three parallel accounts of the life of Christ, and seeks to highlight the unique voice of each Gospel writer in their TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

telling of the story of Jesus. Issues such as historical context, canon history, and interpretational methodologies are introduced, and prominent themes such as the Kingdom of God and Jesus’ use of parables are explored. RELI 206 F Service Learning Practicum [1] Provides the opportunity for service learning in the greater community through regular volunteer service (3-5 hours per week) or a focused project (approx. 40 hours). Emphasizes relationship of service to student’s academic and professional interests. May be repeated. RELI 207 S Service Learning Practicum [1] Provides the opportunity for service learning in the greater community through regular volunteer service (3-5 hours per week) or a focused project (approx. 40 hours). Emphasizes relationship of service to student’s academic and professional interests. May be repeated. RELI 211 F Introduction to the Pentateuch [4] Explores the first five books of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) to impart a deeper appreciation of God‘s great acts in creation and history. Shows God‘s intervention in the lives of God’s people as they respond to God’s faithfulness and love. It further sheds light on God’s self-revelation as Yahweh, and examines God’s covenant relationship with Israel and the greater fulfillment of that covenant in Jesus Christ. Prerequisites: RELI 111 and RELI 114 RELI 212 S Introduction to the Prophets [4] Surveys the whole body of Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) prophetic literature; special attention given to Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and selected minor prophets. Prerequisites: RELI 111 and RELI 114 RELI 213 S Introduction to the Writings [4] Surveys the whole body of Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) writings or Hagiographa, with special attention to the nature of Hebrew poetry, the literary structure and importance for study of the wisdom writings. Prerequisites: RELI 111 and RELI 114 RELI 221 F Introduction to Johannine Literature [4] Explores the Fourth Gospel and letters attributed to John, researching John‘s handling of the divine and human person of Jesus Christ, his call to faith in Jesus’ name, his proclamation of eternal life as a future gift yet already realized in the life of the believer, and his vision of the fulfillment of all things in the person of Jesus. Discernment of several distinctive Johannine motifs that are woven into the literary 119

fabric of the Fourth Gospel. The three letters of John extend the main themes of the Gospel—especially eternal life, abiding in Christ, and love for one another—and apply them to specific controversies faced by Johannine congregations in Asia Minor. Prerequisites: RELI 111 and RELI 114 RELI 222 S Introduction to Pauline Literature [4] A survey of Pauline epistles and their place in the historical missionary activity and church planting of the Apostle Paul and his associates. Principles of reading and interpreting NT letters as Occasional Literature will be explored, as well as prominent theological themes such as the nature of the Church, the meaning of salvation and the central role of the cross in Paul’s theology. Prerequisites: RELI 111 and RELI 114 RELI 306 F Biblical Studies Practicum [1] Provides a major-specific opportunity in Service Learning Practicum to experience a ministry context that may be encountered in professional or volunteer work in the church or community. In consultation with the instructor, select an area of service that provides both challenge and opportunity to further develop ministry skills and competencies. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114 or permission of the instructor. RELI 310 F1 Pentateuch [4] Examines the first five books of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) in greater depth and with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship (such as source, form, rhetorical, canonical, and narrative criticism); and theological themes (such as creation, covenant, historical narrative, and Missio Dei). Students who have completed of one year of Hebrew are encouraged to take this at the 400-level. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. RELI 312 S Topics in Christian Thought [4] Involves a lively exploration of key themes, thinkers, and traditions in Christian thought, generally following the outline of the Apostles’ Creed. With special attention to the Loci Communes method of approaching biblical topics, students will develop thoughtful perspectives on the relationship between historic Christianity and church controversies, contemporary religions and ideologies, science, politics, art, architecture, and popular culture. Prerequisites: RELI 111 and RELI 114 and at least one of the following: RELI 211, 212, 213, 221, 222 RELI 323 S1 Prophetic Literature [4] Examines the whole body of Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) prophetic literature in greater depth with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship and theological themes; 120

special attention given to Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and selected minor prophets. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. Students who have completed of one year of Hebrew are encouraged to take this at the 400-level. RELI 324 J2 Wisdom Literature and Contemporary Reason [4] Examines writings such as Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. Probes the theology of Hebrew Wisdom Literature, its relation to Near Eastern Wisdom traditions and the role of Wisdom in the teachings of Jesus and the New Testament. Explores historical and theological contexts of Wisdom Literature, as well as the practical and ethical implications of Wisdom teaching for contemporary Christian living. Important themes include the problem of suffering, principles of decision-making, speech ethics, and character formation. Prerequisite: RELI 114 or permission of the instructor. RELI 326 S2 Writings [4] Examines the whole body of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) writings or Hagiographa in greater depth, with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship (such as source, form, rhetorical, redaction, canonical, and narrative criticism); and theological themes (such as covenant faithfulness, theodicy, identity, exile); with features including Hebrew poetry and wisdom writings. Prerequisites: Junior level and RELI 114. Students who have completed of one year of Hebrew are encouraged to take this at the 400-level. RELI 331 S1 Acts and Paul [2] Examines the second of Luke’s two-part work, which presents the continuing work of the Spirit in the early Church,focusing on the course the early Church took as it spread beyond the narrow confines of Palestine and Asia Minor to infiltrate the farthest reaches of the Roman Empire through the missionary labors of St. Paul. Intended to deepen knowledge and trust of Christ for more effective service to Him and the Church. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. Students who have completed of one year of Greek are encouraged to take this at the 400-level. RELI 332 F2 Pauline Literature [4] Examines Pauline theology in greater depth, and surveys the whole body of Pauline literature with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship and theological themes;special attention given to such pivotal epistles as Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Philippians, and Ephesians. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. Students who have completed of one year of Greek are encouraged to take this at the 400-level.

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RELI 336 F1 Hebrews and the General Epistles [2] Studies the message of several New Testament booksHebrews, James, 1-2 Peter, and Jude- which appear to have been written to a wider or “general” audience. Hebrews encourages the believer to live with bold and confident trust in Jesus, who is presented as the fulfillment of the Old Testament. James addresses matters of faithful daily living in Christ and insists that “faith without deeds is dead.” 1 Peter is a summary of Christian proclamation and practice. 2 Peter addresses the doctrine of the second coming of Christ. Jude warns against the influence of those who falsify their faith by immoral conduct. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. Students who have completed of one year of Greek are encouraged to take this at the 400-level. RELI 337 F2 Johannine Literature [4] Explores the Fourth Gospel and letters attributed to John, researching John’s handling of the divine and human person of Jesus Christ, his call to faith in Jesus’ name, his proclamation of eternal life as a future gift yet already “realized” in the life of the believer, and his vision of the fulfillment of all things in the person of Jesus. Discernment of several distinctive Johannine motifs that are woven into the literary fabric of the Fourth Gospel. The three letters of John extend the main themes of the Gospel—especially eternal life, abiding in Christ, and love for one another—and apply them to specific controversies faced by Johannine congregations in Asia Minor. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. Students who have completed of one year of Greek are encouraged to take this at the 400-level. RELI 340 N Women of Faith [2] Explores the history, theology, and ministry of women from Biblical to current times. Examines ways that Scripture and the Western Christian Tradition have shaped the lives and experiences of women, with an introduction to feminist hermeneutics Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. RELI 343 F History of Christian Thought [4] Presents the origin and development of Christian doctrines from a biblical and historical perspective. The historical development of selected Christian doctrines and factors that were influential in their formulation. Key figures and movements in the history of Christian thought from the time of the early church through modern times. May be taken as HIST 343. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114 RELI 345 F2 Early Christian Church & Patristics [2] Studies the history of the Christian Church from its earliest post-biblical roots in the second century through the Patristic Fathers of the early seventh century. Focuses on TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

the writings of the post-canonical collection of letters and didactic treatises known as The Apostolic Fathers. Follows two different yet concurrent paths of development of the Eastern (Greek) and the Western (Latin) church identities. Special attention given to the Council of Nicea and its ecumenical creed. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. RELI 355 F2 Christian Spirituality: Practicing Our Faith [3] Aids spiritual growth by (1) laying a biblical and theological foundation for approaching spirituality, (2) investigating the major traditions of spirituality in the Christian church and some of the classics of devotion, and (3) enabling and guiding the construction of a personal Christian spirituality for today. This module explores the history of Christian spirituality. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114 or permission of the instructor. RELI 371 F2 The Book of Revelation [2] Explores the apocalyptic literature of the Bible, especially Daniel and Revelation, an extension of prophetic literature that calls God’s people to patient endurance in difficult times and gives hope for the future. Explores various ways of interpreting these books. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. Students who have completed of one year of Greek are encouraged to take this at the 400-level. RELI 382 N, J Holy Land Studies Tour [4] An on-site study of the land, cultures, and history of Israel. Pre-tour orientation prepares the student for field and classroom work through the Jerusalem Center for Biblical Studies. RELI 398 N Special Topics [2-3] Explores special topics of faculty or student interest to broaden or deepen the curriculum. May involve a guest instructor, workshop, or seminar format. RELI 399 Arr Directed Study [1-3] Offers opportunity to study, research, and analyze, and integrate a subject of personal interest. Readings and projects are selected and facilitated under the direction of the professor. Submit an independent study proposal for approval by the professor and the academic dean before registering. RELI 406 F,S Biblical Studies Practicum [1] Provides a major-specific opportunity in Service Learning Practicum to experience a ministry context that may be encountered in professional or volunteer work in the church or community. In consultation with the instructor, select an area of service that provides both challenge and 121

opportunity to further develop ministry skills and competencies. Prerequisite: RELI 306. RELI 410 F1 Exegesis in the Pentateuch [4] Examines the first five books of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) in greater depth and with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship (such as source, form, rhetorical, canonical, and narrative criticism) and theological themes (such as creation, covenant, historical narrative, and Missio Dei) while integrating prior learning in the biblical Hebrew language. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114; completion of one year of the Hebrew language. RELI 423 S1 Exegesis in Prophetic Literature [4] Examines the whole body of Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) prophetic literature in greater depth with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship and theological themes while integrating prior learning in the biblical Hebrew language; special attention given to Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and selected minor prophets.; special attention given to Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and selected minor prophets. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114; 400-level requires completion of one year of the Hebrew language. RELI 426 S2 Exegesis in the Writings [4] Examines the whole body of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) writings or Hagiographa in greater depth, with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship (such as source, form, rhetorical, redaction, canonical, and narrative criticism); and theological themes (such as covenant faithfulness, theodicy, identity, exile) while integrating prior learning in the biblical Hebrew language; with features including Hebrew poetry and wisdom writings. Prerequisites: Junior level and RELI 114. RELI 432 S2 Exegesis in Pauline Literature [4] Examines Pauline theology in greater depth, and surveys the whole body of Pauline literature with attention to issues of critical and literary scholarship and theological themes while integrating prior learning in the biblical Greek language; special attention given to such pivotal epistles as Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Philippians, and Ephesians. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114; 400-level requires completion of one year of Greek. RELI 433 S1 Contemporary Theology [2] Focuses on theologians and movements of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. An introduction to the challenge of continually relating the Christian faith to a changing world. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114.

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RELI 435 J2 Theology of the Cross [2] A biblical perspective of the Lutheran Theology of the Cross and freedom in Christ will be based primarily upon the book of Galatians with an analysis of Martin Luther’s interpretation found in A Treatise on Christian Liberty (1520). This foundation will be examined in light of contemporary applications in Christian life and faith. Prerequisites: Junior level and RELI 114 or permission of the instructor. RELI 437 F2 Exegesis in Johannine Literature [4] Explores the Fourth Gospel and letters attributed to John, researching John’s handling of the divine and human person of Jesus Christ, his call to faith in Jesus’ name, his proclamation of eternal life as a future gift yet already “realized” in the life of the believer, and his vision of the fulfillment of all things in the person of Jesus while integrating prior learning in the biblical Greek language. Discernment of several distinctive Johannine motifs that are woven into the literary fabric of the Fourth Gospel. The three letters of John extend the main themes of the Gospel—especially eternal life, abiding in Christ, and love for one another—and apply them to specific controversies faced by Johannine congregations in Asia Minor. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114; 400-level requires completion of one year of Greek. RELI 450 N Faith and Visual Culture [4] Christianity has historically been a visual religion—and has at times turned on its own symbols and images. In this class students engage the ways that faith and spiritual experiences translate into—and out of—visual arts. Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. RELI 451 S2 Missional Theology [2] A mission-focused survey of Scripture provides the framework from which this course engages students in theological and vocational reflection that is integrated with previous coursework and internship experiences. Following a seminar format, students will engage God’s Word with their newfound perspectives on the world, and vice versa. Students will research the theological and missiological import of a topic pertinent to their academic and vocational interests, and also will develop a personal “theology of mission.” (Can be takens as RELI 450.) Prerequisite: Junior status and RELI 114. RELI 490 F1 Seminar in Biblical Hermeneutics [4] Intended for pre-seminary students but open to all; Introduces current issues and tools of biblical interpretation. Examine both historical critical methodology and more recent approaches to interpretation. Explore the assumptions behind modern methods and the possibilities and limits of TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

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Sociology SOCI 101 S Introduction to Sociology [4] A comprehensive introduction to the field of sociology including analyses of the mutual interaction of society and the individual, major theoretical perspectives, methods for obtaining sociological knowledge, major problems, and issues which confront societies.

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Theater Arts THEA 210 N Drama Workshop [2] Involves work in one area of the dramatic arts such as playwriting, acting, directing, or play production. Opportunities for production include planning, writing, casting, rehearsing, and performing the work, including related technical requirements (lighting, sets, and costumes). Emphasis on making best use of abilities and resources available in preparing for a congregational setting.

Graphic Design, Visual Communications VCOM 203 N Typography [2] The quiet and powerful artform of shaping the very letters that form our written language has experienced an explosion of activity with the introduction of computers. Explore both readability and tone as we look at the elements that add up to exquisite—or disastrous—typefaces. May also be taken as ARTD 203. VCOM 207 N Digital Design Tools [4] Fundamentals of digital design software programs are explored. Fundamental design principles for print layout, website creation and typography will be addressed while mastering techniques used extensively in the digital design industry. May also be taken as COMM 207. VCOM 353 Graphic Design [4] Graphic Design is the unique blending of words and pictures, color and lines, which come together to form almost all of the content we encounter in print or on a screen. Introduction to contrast, repetition, alignment, proximity, color theory, and grid systems. Using both traditional media and the Adobe Creative Suite, explore common design tasks from designing billboards to websites. May also be taken as COMM 353. VCOM 370 N Video Design [4] An overview of theories and conceptual tools used to design digital messages for various media. Explore ethical and legal issues underlying the design process as well as engage with a variety of technologies and computer applications necessary to create digital content for various multimedia venues. May also be taken as COMM 370.

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VCOM 410 N Video Production [4] Learn and experience the process of digital message production while also examining the work of professional digital designers. Topics include shooting, camera work, lighting, editing, audio, storyboarding, timing, post-production, and editing using professional software. Work in teams to produce a complete multimedia message. May also be taken as COMM 410.

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PERSONNEL Board of Directors Barbara Andrews South Elgin, IL

2016 – 3rd term

Sue Taylor Mill Creek, WA

2013 – 1st term

Rev. Kevin Bates Everett, WA

2016 – 3rd term

Phyllis T. Turner-Brim Snohomish, WA

2014 – 1st term

Rev. Paul M. Cross Seguin, TX

2014 – 2nd term

Rev. Dr. Tom Wolbrecht Lynnwood, WA

William R. Dorward Addison, TX Heidi Francis (’84) Bellevue, WA Irma Goertzen Seattle, WA

1st term

2014 – 2nd term

1st term

Twyla Lucas (’72) Marysville, WA

2014 – 2nd term

Maria Paiva (’85) Los Angeles, CA

2012 – 1st term

Rev. David Parks (’78) Everett, WA

2014 - 1st term

Tim Pearson (’80) Anchorage, AK

2012 – 1st term

Donel Pederson (’97) Sammamish, WA

2014 – 1st term

Josh Post (’98) Seattle, WA

2014 – 2nd term

Rev. John Schraan (’02) Yakima, WA

2016 – 3rd term

Rev. Herb Shao (’94) Honolulu, HI

2014 – 1st term

Dr. Dale Soden Spokane, WA

2016 – 3rd term

Deborah Squires Mukilteo, WA

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College Administration Michael W. DeLashmutt Academic Dean Vice President for Academic Affairs B.A., Northwest University M.A., Fuller Theological Seminary Ph.D, University of Glasgow Lance Georgeson Associate Director of Development B.A., University of California, Los Angeles B.A., Trinity Lutheran College M.A., Central Washington University Andrea Ide Dean of Students B.A., Vanguard University M.A., Seattle University Thomas W. Ramsey Vice President of Finance B.A., University of Puget Sound John W. Reed President B.A., University of Idaho M.Ed., Whitworth College Rev. Erik Samuelson Campus Pastor Director of Spiritual & Vocational Formation Affiliate faculty in Theology & Philosophy B.A., Pacific Lutheran University M. Div, Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary M.A., Graduate Theological Union

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Faculty Mark Barnum, 2013-, Informatics Program Coordinator; B.A. University of California

David Schulz, 2006-, Professor & Chair of Communications and Director, Integrated Studies Program; B.A., Western Washington University; M.A., University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University.

Karen Buehlmaier, Business, Leadership & Management; B.A., California Polytechnic Institute; M.B.A., University of the Redlands; Ph.D., United States International University.

Stuart Webber, 2007-, Professor & Chair of Business, Leadership & Management; B.A., B.S., University of California, Davis; M.B.A., University of California, Berkeley; M.P.Acc., University of Washington; Ph.D., Copenhagen Business School.

Rev. David Ellingson, 2004-, Professor of Children, Youth & Family Studies and Director, Children, Youth & Family Center, B.A., Luther College; M.Div., Yale Divinity School; D.Min., Claremont School of Theology.

Affiliate Faculty

Beth Elness-Hanson, 2008-, Professor & Chair of Biblical Studies, Intercultural Studies Program Director, B.A. Trinity Lutheran College; B.A. University of Minnesota; M.A.T. Fuller Seminary; Ph.D. Candidate MisjonshĂ¸gskolen

Norma Aamodt-Nelson, Music; B.A., Pacific Lutheran University; M.A., University of Iowa. Maire Atkinson, Communications (Broadcasting); B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Drexel University.

Jan Fekkes, Biblical Studies; B.A., Biola University; Ph.D., University of Manchester (England).

Owen Bargreen, Psychology; B.A., Whitman College; M.A, Psy.D. California School of Professional Psychology.

Bruce Grigsby, 1992-, Professor of Biblical Studies; B.A., Claremont McKenna College; B.A., M.A., University of California (Irvine); Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary; Ph.D., University of Aberdeen, Scotland.

Janet Cederberg, Early Childhood Education; M.A., Saybrook Unviersity.

Susan Houglum, 1996-, Professor & Chair of Early Childhood Education; B.A., Pacific Lutheran University; M.Ed., Vanderbilt University. Mark Jackson, 2001-, Professor & Chair of Children, Youth & Family Studies and Director for the Center for Community Engagement; B.A., Whitworth College; M.A., Gonzaga University; M.N.M., Regis University. Seong Heon Lee, 2011-, Director of Educational Technology and Librarian; M.L.I.S., Rutgers University; M.Div., The Lutheran Seminary in Hong Kong; Ph.D. candidate in New Testament at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago.

Joel Cummings, Music; M.A. New England Conservatory of Music. Whitney Dibble, Childre, Youth & Family Studies; B.A. Seattle Pacific University. Jeff Driscoll, Composition; M.Div., Luther Seminary; M.A. Western Washington University. Wanda Griffiths, Music; B.A. Bethany College; Ph.D. Claremont Graduate University. Benjamin Guenther, Psychology; Ph.D. The University of Georgia. Rich Hansen, Music; B.A. University of Washington.

Betsi Little, 2006-, Professor & Chair of Psychology; B.A., Indiana University; M.A., Ph.D., University of North Dakota. Stephen Marshall-Ward, 2011-, Professor & Chair of Music; B.A. Church Music Bob Jones University, M.A. in in Church Music Pensacola Christian College, D.S.M., Graduate Theological Foundation. Michael A. Miller, Jr., 2010-, Professor of Music; B.M.E., M.M., Winthrop University. Annemarie Russell, 2010-, Director of Communications and the Writing Center and Affiliate Faculty in English; B.A., Whitworth University; M.A., University of Oregon. 126

Elizabeth Hayes, Biblical Studies; D.Phil., Oxford University. George Hunter, Psychology; B.A., Pennsylvania State University; M.A., Radford University; Ph.D., University of Kansas. Cheryl Iverson, Early Childhood Education; B.A. University of Washington; M.A.Ed Concordia University. Elizabeth Jenkins, Children, Youth & Family Studies; B.A., Whitworth College; M.Ed., Lesley University. Gwyneth Jones, General Studies (Earth Science); B.S., TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

Denison University, M.S., University of Washington. Peggy Kurtz, Music; M.M., Pacific Lutheran University. Karin Larsen, Music; B.A. Trinity Lutheran College. Remy Leonard, General Studies (Political Science); B.A., Washington State University, J.D., University of Oregon. Ed Moats, Philosophy; M.S.,Western Washington University, M.A., Philosophy, Colorado State, J.D., Case Western Paul Scotchmer, Anthropology; Ph.D., Drew University. Karen Scott, Intercultural Studies; M.A., Ph.D. Intercultural Studies, Fuller Theological Seminary Vicky Thomas, Music; B.A. Yale, M.A. University of Washington Doug Tolmie, Communications; B.A. University of Washington; Defense Language Institute, US Navy.

Faculty Emeriti The following individuals have been honored for their years of meritorious service to Trinity Lutheran College and the world beyond as faculty emerita/emeritus. The distinction, normally granted upon retirement from active service, is recommended by the college faculty and approved by the Board of Directors. The date indicates the year in which the honor was conferred. Rev. Jacque Schweiss, Professor Emeritus (1988) Dr. C. Jack Eichhorst, President Emeritus (1990) Dr. Trygve R. Skarsten, President Emeritus (1994) Patricia Lelvis, Professor Emerita (1997) Dr. James A. Bergquist, President Emeritus (1999) Rev. John Bergren, Professor Emeritus (2003) Rev. Dr. Daniel Bloomquist, Professor Emeritus (2003) Josee Jordan, Professor Emerita (2003) Irene Hausken, Librarian Emerita (2003) Rev. Dr. Lowell Stime, Academic Dean Emeritus (2008) Dr. John Stamm, President Emeritus (2009) Jean Wahlstrom, Academic Dean Emerita (2010)â&#x20AC;&#x192;

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Contact Information Academic matters

Dr. Michael DeLashmutt Academic Dean 425.249.4766, Michael.DeLashmutt@TLC.edu

Admissions, information for prospective students, campus visits

Office of Admissions 425.249.4800, Admissions@TLC.edu

Alumni relations, alumni events

Linda Kent Alumni Relations Coordinator 425.249.4758, Alumni@TLC.edu

Campus life, housing/student apartments

Jessica Corral Director of Residence Life 425.249.4790, Student.Services@TLC.edu

Financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans

Shanna Pyzer Director of Financial Aid 425.249.4776, Fin_Aid@TLC.edu

General information

Information Desk 425.249.4800, Info@TLC.edu

International student programs

Chuck Nelson 425.249.477, Chuck.Nelson@TLC.edu

Music opportunities, choir, ensembles

Stephen Marshall-Ward Professor & Chair of Music 425.249.4773, Stephen.Marshall-Ward@TLC.edu

Service learning options, community service

Center for Community Engagement 425. 249.4770, CCESL@TLC.edu

Student accounts, payment plans, Work-study opportunities, student employment, job options

Shanna Pyzer Director of Financial Aid 425.249.4776, Business@TLC.edu

Transcripts, schedules, registration

Registrar 425.249.4775, Registrar@TLC.edu

Worship services and community spiritual life

Erik Samuelson Campus Pastor Director of Vocational & Spiritual Formation 425.249.4759, Erik.Samuelson@TLC.edu

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INDEX A About Trinity Lutheran College...................................................... 9 Absence............................................................................................ 40 Academic...........................................................................................35 advising......................................................................... 39 calendar........................................................................ 36 credit hours.................................................................40 freedom........................................................................ 37 honesty......................................................................... 37 information.................................................................. 35 load................................................................................ 39 partnerships..................................................................12 policies.......................................................................... 37 probation......................................................................38 standards...................................................................... 37 standing........................................................................ 23 Accepted Student Process............................................................22 Accreditation.................................................................................... 12

Application ...................................................................................... 20 for financial aid...........................................................30 international admission.............................................21 part-time admission...................................................21 procedures for admission.........................................21 re-admission of former students........................... 22 timeline for..................................................................20 Art courses........................................................................................97 Associate in Ministry Theological Education........................... 49 overview....................................................................... 57 course options............................................................ 57 specialized studies and field experience............. 57 Associate of Biblical Studies........................................................ 48 overview....................................................................... 54 requirements............................................................... 54 Associated Student Body.............................................................. 14 Athletics............................................................................................. 15 Attendance........................................................................................39 Awards Chapel................................................................................. 15

Administration................................................................................125 Baccalaureate................................................................................... 15 Admissions........................................................................................ 19 Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degrees........................................................................ 48 Advent Festival.................................................................................. 15 Biblical Languages, minor in.........................................................53 Affiliate Faculty...............................................................................126

Anthropology courses....................................................................97

Biblical Studies................................................................................. 51 certificate of professional studies in..................... 56 courses........................................................................118 enrichment studies in............................................... 56 major in......................................................................... 52 minor in........................................................................ 53 mission...........................................................................51 tracks available.............................................................51

Apartments........................................................................................ 16

Board of Directors.........................................................................125

Appeals for Plagiarism Sanctions...........................................38 for Satisfactory Academic Progress...................... 34

Business, Leadership & Management........................................59 courses.........................................................................98 major in.........................................................................60 minor in........................................................................ 61 tracks available............................................................ 59

Affiliated Learning Partners........................................................... 12 Alcohol............................................................................................... 15 Alumni Audit Discount...................................................................26

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Course Abbreviation Key...............................................................95

Calendar............................................................................................36

Course Descriptions.......................................................................95 how to read.................................................................96

Campus Location and Facilities................................................... 12 Catalogs, changes in......................................................................39 Certificate of Biblical Studies....................................................... 48 requirements............................................................... 55 Certificate of Professional Studies............................................. 49 in Biblical Studies....................................................... 56 in Children, Youth & Family Studies...................... 65 in Early Childhood Education................................. 72 in Intercultural Studies.............................................. 81

Course Numbering........................................................................ 40 Credit Hour...................................................................................... 40 CRUX..................................................................................................44 Framework................................................................... 45 Learning Outcomes..................................................44 Ramp Up Option........................................................44 Transfer Student Requirements..............................44

Character and Values......................................................................11

Declaration of Program.................................................................23

Children, Youth & Family Studies................................................63 certificate of professional studies in..................... 65 concentrations available.......................................... 63 courses....................................................................... 102 major in.........................................................................64

Deferred Admission........................................................................22

Children’s Ministry, minor in........................................................ 64

Directed Study.................................................................................. 41

Church Affiliation............................................................................. 10

Direct Loans...................................................................................... 31

Class Standing..................................................................................23

Dismissal............................................................................................38

Classical Languages, minor in......................................................53

Distinctiveness...................................................................................11

Clubs and Club Sports................................................................... 14

Dropping a Course......................................................................... 41

Clinical Psychology.........................................................................87

Drugs.................................................................................................. 15

College Bound Scholarship..........................................................30

Commencement............................................................................. 15 Commitments.................................................................................. 10 Communications.............................................................................67 courses.........................................................................99 major in.........................................................................68 minor in........................................................................69 tracks available............................................................ 67

Degree Progress..............................................................................39 Digital Design................................................................................... 75

Early Childhood Education........................................................... 71 certificate of professional studies in..................... 72 courses.......................................................................104 major in..........................................................................71 minor in........................................................................ 72 Eligibility for admission..............................................................20 for need-based aid.....................................................29

Community Life...................................... see “Student Life”

Emeriti.............................................................................................. 127

Contact Information.....................................................................128

Employment, student.....................................................................32

Contents.............................................................................................. 5

English courses..............................................................................105

Counseling Center.......................................................................... 16

Enrichment...................................................................................... 49

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Equal Opportunity...........................................................................32

Housing Costs.................................................................................. 27

Events................................................................................................. 15

Housing during breaks................................................................... 16

Everett, WA........................................................................................ 12

Heritage............................................................................................. 10

Facilities.............................................................................................. 12

Incomplete....................................................................................... 40

Faculty..............................................................................................126

Independent Study.......................................................................... 41

Federal Work Study......................................................................... 31

Industrial/Organizational Psychology........................................87

Federally Sponsored Financial Aid..............................................30 Fees.....................................................................................................26

Informatics........................................................................................ 77 courses....................................................................... 107 major in......................................................................... 78

Financial Aid......................................................................................29

Intercollegiate Athletics................................................................. 15

Firearms and explosives................................................................. 15

Intercultural Studies........................................................................79 certificate of professional studies in..................... 81 courses.......................................................................109 major in.........................................................................80 minor in........................................................................80 tracks available............................................................ 79

Forensic Psychology......................................................................87

G General Education Requirements...............................................42

International Student Admission................................................. 21 Geography courses..................................................................... 106

Grade Reports.................................................................................. 41 January Term Travel Initiative.......................................................28 Grade Point Average...................................................................... 40

Grading System............................................................................... 40 Late Fees............................................................................................23 Graduation application for............................................................. 24 honors........................................................................... 41

Latin courses.................................................................................. 110 Library................................................................................................ 46

Graphic Design & Visual Communications.............................. 75 major in......................................................................... 76 tracks available............................................................ 75

Living-Learning Community..........................................................11 Location............................................................................................. 12

Greek courses............................................................................... 106

Lutheran Educational Conference of North America............ 12 Lutheran Tradition........................................................................... 10

Hebrew courses............................................................................ 106 History courses..............................................................................107 Honors............................................................................................... 41 student honors........................................................... 41 graduate honors......................................................... 41

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M Mathematics courses....................................................................111 Minor in Biblical Studies....................................................... 53 in Biblical Languages................................................. 53 in Business, Leadership & Management.............. 61 in Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministry.................................................64 in Classical Languages.............................................. 53 in Communications...................................................69 in Early Childhood Education................................. 72 in Intercultural Studies..............................................80 in Music........................................................................84 in Nonprofit Leadership and Management......... 61 in Outdoor Leadership............................................. 65 in Philosophy...............................................................92 in Pre-Counseling Studies....................................... 65 in Psychology..............................................................89 in Youth Ministry.........................................................64 in Theology..................................................................92 in Visual Communications...................................... 76 Mission............................................................................................... 10 Music .................................................................................................83 courses........................................................................ 111 major in.........................................................................83 minor in........................................................................84 tracks available............................................................83

N Natural Sciences courses............................................................ 114

Pell Grant...........................................................................................30 Philosophy......................................................................................... 91 courses........................................................................115 minor in........................................................................92 Physical Education courses........................................................ 115 Plagiarism.......................................................................................... 37 conduct policies for.................................................. 37 appeals process..........................................................38 Political Science courses............................................................. 116 Pre-Counseling Studies, minor in...............................................65 Pre-Law Advising Program.....................................................48, 93 Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Welcome........................................................................ 7 Probation...........................................................................................23 Program Declaration......................................................................23 Programs.......................................................................................... 48 Psychology........................................................................................85 courses........................................................................116 major in.........................................................................86 minor in........................................................................89 tracks available............................................................85 Public Relations and Marketing...................................................67

Need-Based Aid...............................................................................30 Re-Admission....................................................................................22 Neuropsychology............................................................................85 Nonprofit Leadership and Management, minor in................. 61

Registration.......................................................................................22 changes in................................................................... 23

Repeating a Course........................................................................ 41

Opening Convocation................................................................... 15

Residence Life.................................................................................. 16

Orientation................................................................................. 15, 22

Rhetoric.............................................................................................67

Outdoor Leadership, minor in.....................................................65

P Pass/Fail............................................................................................ 40 Payment Options............................................................................. 27

Satisfactory Academic Progress..................................................32 Appeal procedures.................................................... 34 Credit hour completion requirements................. 33 General Policies.......................................................... 33 Need-based credit completion requirements.... 33 Notification.................................................................. 33

Personnel.........................................................................................125 132

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Scholarships......................................................................................29

Senior Citizen Audit Discount...................................................... 31

Theology & Philosophy.................................................................. 91 courses........................................................................118 major in......................................................................... 91 minor in........................................................................92 tracks available............................................................ 91

Service, commitment..................................................................... 10

Title IV and Financial Aid................................................................ 31

Service Learning Practicum...........................................................11

Tobacco............................................................................................. 15

Sexual Misconduct/Harassment.................................................. 15

Trinity Apartments........................................................................... 16

Sociology courses.........................................................................123

Security.............................................................................................. 15

Sonisweb.......................................................................................... 46 Spiritual Life....................................................................................... 14 Sports and Exercise Psychology................................................. 88 State Need Grant.............................................................................30 Status..................................................................................................23 Student Accounts............................................................................ 27 Student Government...................................................................... 14 Student Life....................................................................................... 13 Goals..............................................................................14 Opportunities...............................................................14 Responsibilities and Policies....................................15 Student Records.............................................................................. 16 Student Records Policy..................................................................38 Student Status, definition of.........................................................23

Unpaid Accounts............................................................................. 27

V Veteran & Other Benefits............................................................... 31 Visual Communications................................................................ 75 courses in................................................................... 123 minor in........................................................................ 76

W Welcome Weekend........................................................................ 15 Withdrawal from College..............................................................23 refunds.......................................................................... 27 Work Study........................................................................................ 31 Worship.............................................................................................. 14

Y Youth Ministry, minor in................................................................ 64

Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant........................... 31

T Technology...................................................................................... 46 Theater Arts courses.....................................................................123 Traditions........................................................................................... 15 Transcript...........................................................................................24 Transfer of Credits...........................................................................23 Tuition and Fees...............................................................................25 Tuition Costs.....................................................................................26 TRINITY LUTHERAN COLLEGE COURSE CATALOG 2013-2014

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