2018 Viewbook

BRY A N

DI F F E R E NC E

MAK ERS

SE RV E Read about Jack’s story on pg. 32.

WHO WE

ARE

“Educating students to become servants of Christ to make a difference in today’s world.”

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DAYTON, TN 35

minutes north of Chattanooga, TN

75%

Driving Time from Surrounding Cities

of students live on campus

Knoxville, TN: 1.5 hours Nashville, TN: 2.75 hours Atlanta, GA: 3 hours Bristol, VA: 3 hours Birmingham, AL: 3.5 hours Asheville, NC: 3.5 hours Lexington, KY: 4 hours Orlando, FL: 9 hours

700

on-campus students from

35

states and

10

countries

Dayton is located near a major airport in Chattanooga that connects to major cities across the globe.

8,839

total service hours volunteered by students in the ‘17-’18 academic year

Founded in 1930 in honor of

William Jennings Bryan

14:1 student-to-faculty ratio campus 128 acre

For more information about Bryan’s history, visit: bryan.edu/about/college-history 3

OUR

V ISION

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ryan College seeks to be an innovative Christian liberal arts college that prepares students both academically and spiritually to make a difference

in today’s world. Our motto, “Christ Above All,” is pursued daily in the lives of our students, faculty, and staff as we seek to carry out the mission of the Gospel and become the hands and feet of Christ.

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My academic and extracurricular experiences were incredibly formative in making me the person I am today, and I am grateful that the formation is continuing as I work to complete my MBA through Bryan as well.

– Olivia Kezer ‘17, ‘19 Undergraduate Major: Business Administration Graduate Major: Business Administration

OUR

C OM M U N I T Y S

tep onto our beautiful, scenic campus and you’ll soon experience the welcoming and encouraging community made up of caring students, faculty,

and staff Bryan has become synonymous with. You will often find faculty and staff building lasting relationships with students outside of class whether it’s through discussing theology or over a game of Ping-Pong. Our classes may be small, but our care for each person is immense.

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CHRIST-CENTERED

AC A DE M IC S

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ryan College offers more than 50 diverse areas of study in liberal arts designed to make you think critically and creatively through a Christian worldview perspective. Our courses are taught by engaged and dedicated faculty who foster a love of learning and encourage students in faith through prayer and wisdom.

Undergraduate Programs Biology Foundation Biology Licensure

Business Administration Accounting Economics/Finance Management Marketing

Christian Ministry Christian Studies Biblical Studies Christian Ministry Philosophy and Culture

Communication, Media, and Culture Foundation Corporate Communication Digital Media

Communication Studies

Exercise and Health Science Foundation P.E. Licensure Pre-therapy/Allied Health

Governmental Studies Health Science History Foundation History Licensure

Integrated Marketing Communication Liberal Arts (B.A.) Arts and Humanities Classical Studies Natural and Mathematical Sciences Social and Behavioral Sciences

Liberal Arts (B.S.) Elementary Education Licensure

Criminal Justice Economics and Finance Engineering Civil Mechanical

English Creative Writing Literature English Licensure

Management

Music Contemporary Music Music Education - Instrumental Licensure Music Education - Vocal Licensure Music Ministry/Church Music Musical Theatre Performance Option with a concentration in piano, voice, organ, or instrument Piano Pedagogy

Political Communication Politics and Government Foundation Law

Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Veterinarian

Psychology Theatre

Marketing Mathematics Foundation Applied Mathematics and Computer Technology Mathematics Licensure

Indented items are concentrations or areas of emphasis within a major.

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THE BRYAN DIFFERENCE MAKER Earn a Free Master’s Degree 8

A HARD-EARNED REWARD: Tuition-Free Master’s Degree Bryan College rewards hard work. Qualified graduates can select one Bryan College graduate program and attend completely tuition-free. It’s the Bryan Difference.

Graduate Programs Bryan offers three graduate degree programs with more than 10 areas of specialization. All graduate programs are offered online to provide students the opportunity to continue their education and enter the workforce after graduation.

Business Administration (MBA) Healthcare Administration Human Resources Marketing Ministry Sports Management

Education (M.Ed.) Child and Family Studies Christian School Administration Classroom Instruction

Christian Ministry (MACM) Bible Education Ministry Administration

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FA I T H - FOCUSED G 10

rowth is a critical part of faith. We provide many opportunities for students that lead to a deeper understanding of who God is through worship and study. From corporate chapel to small group Bible study, you’ll find a place to connect with God and grow in your faith.

Chapel

Discipleship Groups

Chapel services at Bryan College allow students, faculty, and staff to come together to grow in God’s Word and worship God as one body. Services meet three times a week and feature world-renowned guest speakers as well as Bryan faculty and staff that inspire, enlighten, and challenge us through a variety of topics. Students also have the opportunity to serve as worship leaders and musicians.

Spiritual growth happens best in small groups that “do life” together. Discipleship groups provide students the opportunity to grow in God’s Word together and find accountability with one another. Led by a current Bryan College student, these gender-specific small groups consist of 4-8 students each and meet regularly throughout the academic year.

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ur goal is to provide students with opportunities to share God’s love through serving our community. Students put their faith into action through a variety of community service projects and that make a difference in today’s world.

Practical Christian Involvement (PCI) Students in PCI work with local church and nonprofit leaders to complete various service projects to reach under-served members of our community and surrounding areas. Recent projects have included work with senior adults, tutoring services available to children in Rhea County, and much more.

Service Day Bryan College cancels classes and closes offices to serve in our community. Students, faculty, and staff come together to complete a variety of service projects in an effort to show Christ’s love to the area surrounding Bryan College. From businesses, to residences, to local schools – the Bryan family makes a difference for Christ through organizing, cleaning, entertaining, and more.

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We can’t wait to see how you will

Actual photos taken by Bryan students and staff.

#CAPTUREBRYAN

/bryancollege

@bryancollege

@bryancollege

YOUR SECOND

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ith a beautiful scenic view and vibrant campus life, we think you’ll quickly call Bryan your second home. Our residence staff hosts many on-campus events throughout the year providing you with a break from homework and a chance to connect with fellow students. Plug into any one of our many

student organizations to build lasting friendships and memories.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS • Two dining locations

• Parking for all students

• Five residence halls

• Sand volleyball court

• Student recreation center

• Trees to hang hammocks on

• Two Starbucks kiosks

• Campus store for college gear

• Fitness center

• Career Center

• New multi-sport outdoor courts

• Academic Success Center

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utside of class you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy Dayton’s unique, small-town charm and become a part of the Rhea County community. In addition to many

locally ownded shops and restaurants, Dayton offers students several choices for connecting with a local church. Chattanooga

also features many entertainment options less than an hour away.

Pocket Wilderness

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Historic Rhea County Courthouse

Harmony House Coffee Shop

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OPP ORT U N I T I E S

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on’t let Dayton’s small size fool you. Faculty and staff work hard to build relationships with local businesses and community members to provide

students a variety of valuable experiences and internships.

Students work with existing businesses and nonprofit organizations to complete projects related to course work, providing students hands-on experience and improving our local community. You can also find many Bryan students in nearby churches leading worship, teaching Sunday School lessons, and helping mentor youth and children.

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CAMPUS

MAP Opening in 2019

S TOPH E L C E N T E R This two-story, 18,000 square foot building will be a destination for campus guests to experience the Bryan College story.

STOPHEL CENTER EXTERIOR RENDERING

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o matter what your talent is, we have a place for you to shine. Open to all majors, our performing arts groups offer students the ability to gain valuable knowledge from our faculty and experience from performances throughout the year.

Ensembles:

• Bryan College Chorale

• Hilltop Players (Theatre)

• Bryan Opera Theatre

• Piano Ensemble

• Chamber Singers

• Wind Ensemble

• Community Orchestra

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THE HEART OF A

L ION

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2017 Bassmaster National Champions

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ryan College competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Our programs compete at the highest level of athletic excellence while maintaining “Christ Above All” through outstanding sportsmanship.

Teams:

Club Sports:

• Baseball (M)

• Soccer (M, W)

• Cheerleading (M, W)

• Basketball (M, W)

• Softball (W)

• Fishing (M, W)

• Cross Country (M, W)

• Track and Field (M, W)

• Martial Arts (M, W)

• Golf (M, W)

• Volleyball (W)

2017-2018 Athletics Highlights • 7 NAIA All-Americans • Women’s basketball - Back-to-back AAC Tournament Champions • 4 teams reached a Top25 ranking (Fishing, Baseball, Men’s Soccer, Women’s Basketball)

• 12 AAC Player of the Week honors • 24 NAIA Scholar Athletes • 22 All-AAC 1st Team members • 9 AAC All-Academic Team members

• Baseball team earns No. 9 ranking in the final NAIA Coaches’ Top-25 Poll • Women’s Soccer earns firstever AAC regular season title and plays in the NAIA National Tournament • Fishing team wins 2017 Cabela’s Schoool of the Year 25

MAKING A

G L OB A L I M PAC T Ireland

Photos taken by Bryan students.

Kenya

Slovakia

Zambia

ACTS Project The Acts Project is a summer-long international missions internship opportunity. Students of all majors experience how their course of study is preparing them for a life of good work for God’s kingdom. The program is preceded by an intensive semester of preparation. CM420 Missions: Foundations and Applications meets weekly in a small, highly interactive Bible study setting, where students explore God’s call to cultivate the Gospel around the world and study current trends in missions. Once on the field, Acts Project interns serve alongside believers of many nationalities, and live with missionaries who become cultural guides, vocational mentors, and spiritual friends. At the end of the program, students convene for a debriefing week in Italy to process, discuss and move forward transformed.

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Jordan

India

Israel

Zimbabwe

Study Abroad Italy Abroad is a semester-long program designed to bring together exciting academics, cultural experiences, and personal encounters with a missions lifestyle. Bryan College partners with Saints Bible Institute, located in northern Italy between the Italian Alps and the shimmering city of Venice. The Center is a 200-year-old converted farmhouse compound with two student dorms, a small cafeteria, classroom, lounge, and student kitchen. Its hometown of San Lorenzo is only a few kilometers away from a train station, gelato and coffee shops, and the local market. Spring Break allows students to plan a week-long visit to a nearby European country like France, Austria, Spain, Great Britain or Greece. Other study abroad locations may be available based on major or interests.

Global Career Internships Through the Bryan Center for International Development, students can earn valuable career experience while experiencing another country. The CID partners with a variety of organizations around the world. Through these strategic partnerships, the CID’s Global Career Internship program has sent students around the globe to get on-the-job training in areas such as business, politics, government, communications, and more. Internships are typically held during the summer months.

Predominantly in Eastern Europe, each internship is a unique cultural and career experience. The Director of the CID can assist students in finding a Global Career Internship that fits their goals, interests and budget.

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RECENT

G L OB A L E X PE R I E NC E S V I E N N A , AUS T R I A A two week internship at the Bratislava, Slovakia branch of Erste Ă–sterreichische Sparkasse called SlovenskĂĄ Sporitelna. Interns worked in Human Resources, the bank Treasury Department, Real Estate Financing and Marketing, the Communications Department, Human Resources and the Risk, Credit & Loan Department.

S A N L OR E N Z O, I TA LY Bryan has a partnership with Saints Equipped to Evangelize (SEE), a ministry devoted to church planting and discipleship among the people of Italy. Students participating in this program also have opportunities for community service, witnessing, and gaining a wider perspective on the church in Italy - past present, and future.

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OL OMOU E , C Z E C H R E PU BL IC This program, organized by the Institute of Special Education of Palacky University, focused on different populations in Czech culture who need assistance from non-governmental organizations and/or government agencies. An underlying goal of the program is for participants with various career aspirations to look at how people from business, the social sciences, education, and other disciplines can better address the needs of people in society who cannot meet many of their basic needs.

BR AT I S L AVA , S L OVA K I A This program was designed to look at key services provided for women and children in the Central European nation of Slovakia.

The internship experience includes the Brana do Zivota Crisis Center, the Duha Crisis Center, The Women’s Safe House (a Norwegian funded project), and the Vrakuna Mixacik Club for Children. The program looked at a range of issues related to women and children with a primary focus on the protection and rehabilitation of individuals who are victims of domestic violence.

BE I US , ROM A N I A Bryan College has an ongoing relationship with Casa Josef. Staff and students have participated in various programs designed for orphanage residents. Past programs include The Preparation for Life in a Family Program and The Christmas Outreach Program. These programs focused on life skills necessary for being part of a family, as several girls in the orphanage were preparing to live with families in the United States. The programs included Bible studies concentrated on God’s faithfulness and trustworthiness, and the deeper meaning of Christmas and Easter. The program also worked with the U.S. Embassy, along with Casa Josef staff, to help secure F-1 Visas for the girls.

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t Bryan College, your education isn’t confined to the classroom. Our Career Services staff will work with you to help

you discover your talents and passions to glorify the Lord in your professional career. We will help you build connections within the local community and assist you with finding internship opportunities.

After my interview for the job, they actually customized the job for me because of my degree and the experiences I had during my time at Bryan.

– Katherine Frazier ‘16 Major: Christian Ministry; Minor: Biblical Studies.

Current Discipleship Coordinator at Brown Missionary Baptist Church.

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97%

of students are employed or attend graduate school within 6 months of graduation

FUTURE -

DR I V E N 31

My four years as a student at Bryan were the most formative and edifying season of my life.

Jack Saunders ‘15

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even years ago, I stepped onto the campus of Bryan College for my freshman move-in day. The August heat and humidity were especially gripping as I began to unload my belongings at the Woodlee-Ewing residence hall, feeling somewhat disoriented in these unfamiliar surroundings. Then a tall, blond man approached me with a broad grin. As he came nearer, I tried to look cool and casual, setting another box on the pavement.

The people at Bryan have shown me incredible grace and hospitality from the moment I arrived.

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“I’ll take that,” he said, still smiling. “What’s your room number?” Unsure of his motives, all I could think to say was, “What?” Beaming, he explained that the older guys on my hall wanted to help me unload my things.

The whole week of freshman orientation was like this. Men and women who loved Jesus wanted to sacrifice their time to be servants of Christ to the newcomers on campus. The faculty and staff I met radiated joy that only comes as a fruit of the Spirit, and the upperclassmen behaved with love and humility. The people at Bryan have shown me incredible grace and hospitality from the moment I arrived.

Jack sharing the Gospel to a group of high school students

My four years as a student at Bryan were the most formative and edifying season of my life. During my upperclassman years, the Wordlview director invested in me as a younger brother in Christ. Like many Bryan professors, he opened up his home to me and the Worldview Initiative team, taught me to love Christ above the things of this world, and showed me how to love my neighbor as myself.

After graduating from Bryan with a degree in Biblical studies, I was unsure what the future would hold for me. I had always wanted to pursue vocational ministry and invest in younger students as others had done for me, and I was thrilled to join the staff of Bryan with the Worldview Department. Serving alongside my mentor and investing in students was a greater challenge than I had expected, but the reward was even greater. Soon I was teaching students how to understand our cultural moment through literature, immersive experiences, and life-on-life discipleship. Every day felt like a new opportunity to be a part of the incredible work God has been doing at Bryan for decades.

It has been three years since I became a staff member of Bryan, and this summer I will embark on a new role as the Director of Leadership & Culture. Here, I will oversee our new co-curricular program, the Bryan Leadership Institute. Integrating faith, education, and leadership opportunities, the Institute is designed to create a foundation of wisdom for the future. Students will be immersed in learning biblical virtues, spiritual disciplines, time-tested leadership principles, and cultural wisdom in order to become greater servants of Christ who are eloquent and winsome in today’s culture. Our students are encouraged to be selfsacrificing in their families, benefit others in the marketplace, and invite the stranger into their homes to break bread.

If it weren’t for the investment of men and women of Bryan, there would be very little to differentiate my life from those who do not know Christ. I still carry many faults and weaknesses, but I’ve been given more wisdom and encouragement during my time at Bryan than most will receive in their whole life. It is my greatest hope to be the kind of friend and leader who can tell students, “Follow me as I follow Christ.”

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