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From the President Dear Prospective Student, Thank you for considering Welch College. Your decision on where to spend your college years will open up a world of opportunity for you. We provide a unique setting in which to prepare you to serve God in the field to which He is calling you, whatever it may be. Since 1942 Welch College has been helping students like you find their place in God’s world. As president of Welch, I am proud to be part of this college and its mission, “to educate leaders to serve Christ, His Church, and His world through Biblical thought and life.” God may be calling you to ministry in a local church or cross-cultural mission setting, or He may be calling you to live out your faith as a leader in education, healthcare, the family, or the marketplace. Or perhaps you have yet to discover what He is calling you to do. Our mission is to prepare you for your calling, for a life of leadership and service for Christ, His church, and His world. This catalog will familiarize you with the programs of study at Welch College. Here you will receive an excellent education from a well-prepared, dedicated faculty. As you read this catalog, you will find that we offer a variety of academic majors preparing students for a diversity of careers. We also offer excellent student life opportunities, with an emphasis on spiritual formation, the arts, societies, an intramural sports program, and Flames and Lady Flames intercollegiate athletics. At Welch you will make the best friends you will ever have. We are here to serve you. Please call or email our staff if you have any questions about Welch College, and be sure to check out our website, www.welch.edu.
J. Matthew Pinson President
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Contents School Events Calendar.................................................................................................... 4 Part One: This Is Welch College General Information................................................................................................. 7 Spiritual Emphasis.................................................................................................. 11 Campus Activities................................................................................................... 14 Part Two: Admissions, Finances, and General Information Admission of Students............................................................................................ 17 Financial Information............................................................................................. 25 Student Financial Aid............................................................................................. 29 Academic Standards............................................................................................... 39 Part Three: Programs and Courses of Study What Do You Want To Be?.................................................................................... 50 Programs of Study................................................................................................... 51 The Welch College Core Curriculum.................................................................... 54 Department of Theological Studies ...................................................................... 58 Welch College Bible Majors................................................................................... 59 Department of Arts and Sciences.......................................................................... 71 Department of Music.............................................................................................. 93 Department of Teacher Education...................................................................... 101 Adult Studies.......................................................................................................... 114 Online Learning................................................................................................. 115 Adult Degree Program....................................................................................... 118 Lifetime Learning............................................................................................... 122 Course Descriptions............................................................................................. 124 Part Four: Personnel Board of Trustees.................................................................................................. 166 Administrative Officers and Staff........................................................................ 166 Faculty.................................................................................................................... 168 Inquiries......................................................................................................................... 174 Index............................................................................................................................... 176 No person in whatever relation with Welch College shall be subject to discrimination because of race, color, national origin, age, gender, or disability.
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Calendar of Events Fall Semester Faculty In-Service Training Student Leaders Conference Dorms open for new students Dining Hall opens New Student Registration New Student Orientation Dorms open for returning students Returning Student Registration Opening Services (7:00 pm) Classes Begin Opening Convocation (10:05 am) Schedule-change Deadline Day of Prayer Missions Conference Senior Days Mid-semester Examinations Fall Break* Classes Resume Theological Symposium Welcome Days Thanksgiving Holidays* Classes Resume Fall Senior Assessments** Christmas on Richland Semester Examinations Fall Semester Ends
Spring Semester New Student Orientation Dorms open for returning students Dining Hall opens Registration (all students) Classes Begin Schedule-change Deadline Day of Prayer Senior Days Spring Senior Assessments*** Mid-semester Examinations Forum/Bible Conference Spring Vacation Classes Resume Spring Musical Welcome Days Graduate grades & transcripts due Semester Examinations Graduate Breakfast (8:00 am) Awards Chapel (10:00 am) Baccalaureate (7:00 pm) Commencement (10:00 am) Semester Ends * Begins at 12pm
2014-2015 Aug. 18-22 Aug. 18-22 Aug. 21 Aug. 21 Aug. 22 Aug. 23, 25 Aug. 24 Aug. 25 Aug. 25-27 Aug. 26 Aug. 26 Sept. 1 Sept. 23 --------- Oct. 9-10 Oct. 13-15 Oct. 16-20 Oct. 21 Oct. 27-28 Nov. 13-15 Nov. 25-Dec. 1 Dec. 2 Dec. 2 Dec. 5 Dec. 9-12 Dec. 12
2014-2015 Jan. 9, 10 Jan. 11 Jan. 11 Jan. 12 Jan. 13 Jan. 19 Feb. 4 Feb. 5-6 Feb. 16 Mar. 4-6 Mar. 8-10 Mar. 11-22 Mar. 23 Apr. 16-17 Apr. 16-18 Apr. 29 Apr. 30-May 6 May 7 May 7 May 7 May 8 May 8
2015-2016
2016-2017
Aug. 17-21 Aug. 17-21 Aug. 20 Aug. 20 Aug. 21 Aug. 22, 24 Aug. 23 Aug. 24 Aug. 24-26 Aug. 25 Aug. 25 Aug. 31 Sept. 23 Oct. 4-6
Aug. 15-19 Aug. 15-19 Aug. 18 Aug. 18 Aug. 19 Aug. 20, 22 Aug. 21 Aug. 22 Aug. 22-24 Aug. 23 Aug. 23 Aug. 29 Sept. 14 ---------
Oct. 12-14 Oct. 15-19 Oct. 20 TBA TBA Nov. 24-30 Dec. 1 Dec. 1 Dec. 4 Dec. 8-11 Dec. 11
Oct. 17-19 Oct. 20-24 Oct. 25 TBA TBA Nov. 22-28 Nov. 29 Nov. 29 Dec. 2 Dec. 6-9 Dec. 9
2015-2016
2016-2017
Jan. 8, 9 Jan. 10 Jan. 10 Jan. 11 Jan. 12 Jan. 18 Feb. 2 TBA Feb. 15 Mar. 2-4 Mar. 6-8 Mar. 9-20 Mar. 21 Apr. 14-15 Apr. 14-16 Apr. 27 Apr. 28-May 4 May 5 May 5 May 5 May 6 May 6
** Required for students completing programs of study in December
Jan. 6, 7 Jan. 8 Jan. 8 Jan. 9 Jan. 10 Jan. 16 Feb. 1 TBA Feb. 13 Mar. 1-3 Mar. 5-7 Mar. 8-19 Mar. 20 Apr. 13-14 Apr. 13-14 Apr. 28 Apr. 27- May 3 May 4 May 4 May 4 May 5 May 5
*** Required for May graduates
Note: The College reserves the right to make changes, additions, or deletions in the calendar without notice. In preparation of this document, every effort has been made to maintain accuracy at the time of its printing. The provisions contained herein should not be construed to be an irrevocable contract between the student and the College. The College reserves the right to change courses, programs, financial requirements, the calendar, and other Catalog statements, etc., without prior notice. This may be done as deemed necessary to provide for the better education of students, prudent management of the College, or to meet expectations of constituent bodies, accrediting/approval agencies, graduate institutions, and requirements of the professional job market.
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This Is Welch College Campus Map—5
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General Information Mission
The mission of Welch College is to educate leaders to serve Christ, His Church, and His world through Biblical thought and life.
Institutional Purpose
(Expanded Mission Statement) Welch College was founded in 1942 by the National Association of Free Will Baptists. Its original purpose, as indicated in the Charter of Incorporation registered in 1945, was to be “devoted to the promotion and impartation of higher Biblical education,” for the purpose of “the equipment of Christian workers, teachers, ministers, and missionaries of both sexes for Christian service.” The mission statement above is intended to express the same fundamental concept. As a Bible college, the institution emphasizes a distinctly Christian education with a strong core of Biblical and theological studies at the heart of all educational programs, a Christian worldview integrating the entire curriculum, Christian morals and ethics, and Christian leadership and service. The College seeks Christian students who are serious about pursuing academic excellence and doing the will of God. It offers associate and baccalaureate degree programs with various majors, preparing men and women for church-related ministries and for other vocations appropriate for Christians who live to serve Christ. In both cases the College is fulfilling the traditional Protestant vision of the sacredness of divine vocation. The College intends that graduates of baccalaureate degree programs be prepared either for immediate employment or for graduate study in their respective fields. The College serves the Free Will Baptist denomination in particular and the Christian Church in general. Consequently, the College is committed to upholding the cardinal doctrines of the traditional Christian faith and the distinctives of the sponsoring denomination. Its mission requires that it prepare leaders for the Church, both ministers and laity, who will actively serve the Church in accomplishing its greater mission. All functions of the College relate directly to the objectives of the educational program conceived to carry out the mission. Thus the role of all divisions that are not directly educational is that of a means to an end—as in the following examples: 1. The Administrative division provides leadership that enables the educational program to be effective in fulfilling the College’s mission. 2. The Enrollment Services office strives to admit students whose interests are appropriate to the College’s mission and who are capable of benefiting from the College’s educational program. 3. The Student Services staff works to foster the overall development of students General Information—7
toward the maturity required for Christian life and service. 4. The Christian Service Department oversees required service learning opportunities that complement and strengthen classroom learning. 5. The Library provides access to information necessary to support the educational program. 6. Institutional Advancement informs the constituency about the College’s educational program and seeks necessary financial resources. 7. Plant Operations maintains buildings, grounds, and technological resources that facilitate the educational program.
The following general objectives indicate the knowledge, attitudes, and abilities that the College regards as generally essential for effective Christian service. The College intends that these be developed in good measure in all graduates: 1. A broad comprehension of Biblical teaching. 2. Christian character and spiritual maturity, manifested in living according to Biblical principles and a meaningful devotional life. 3. A Christian worldview, manifested in an awareness of its implications for thought and life. 4. An informed mind, manifested in critical thinking and intellectual honesty. 5. A concern for global missions and evangelism, manifested in consistent giving, praying, and witnessing toward the accomplishment of the Great Commission. 6. A knowledgeable commitment to physical and emotional health. 7. A commitment to Christian leadership and service in career, church, family, and private life. 8. Social adjustment, manifested in healthy interpersonal relationships. 9. The knowledge and skills needed to function effectively in one’s chosen vocation. 10. Compassion, manifested in an active desire to help the poor and hurting. 11. Communication skills, manifested in effective reading, writing, listening, and speaking. 12. Cultural refinement, manifested both in lifestyle and in appreciation for that which is noble and uplifting. These objectives are detailed in each program of study.
Accreditation and Recognition
Welch College is both regionally and nationally accredited and is a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) by virtue of either of these. It is approved by the Tennessee State Department of Education to offer degrees leading to teacher education licensure in grades PreK-12. The College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 (Telephone number 404-679-4501), to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. This is the regional accrediting agency in the Southeast. Note: The Commission is to be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution’s significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard. Of longest standing, the College is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, 5850 T.G. Lee Blvd., Suite 130, Orlando, Florida 32822 (Telephone 8—General Information
number 407-207-0808), approved by CHEA to accredit baccalaureate degree-granting Bible colleges in the United States and Canada. The College is approved: • by the State of Tennessee for its students from Tennessee to participate in grants and loans provided by Tennessee. • by the Tennessee State Approving Agency for the training of veterans and their eligible dependents. • by the Tennessee State Department of Education for teacher education, and graduates of the teacher education programs and those with approved majors and degrees may be recommended for professional license to teach in the public schools of Tennessee. Welch College also maintains membership in a number of organizations, including the Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association, the Tennessee College Association, the Association of Christian Schools International, the Council for Independent Colleges, and the Evangelical Training Association. (See page 178 for a more complete list.)
Denominational Affiliation
As implied in the statement of Institutional Purpose above, Welch College is owned and operated by the National Association of Free Will Baptists and is governed by a board of trustees elected by the National Association of Free Will Baptists. Doctrinally, Welch College subscribes to the beliefs and practices set forth in the Free Will Baptist Treatise.
History
The National Association of Free Will Baptists founded Welch College in 1942 as a two-year institution. Eight students comprised the original student body. The College added a third year of study in 1949 and a fourth year in 1950, and awarded its first bachelor’s degrees to five seniors in 1951. Today the College enrolls about 325 students annually from approximately 25 states and several countries. Various majors and minors, in addition to the required Theological Studies major, are available in Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Music Education degree programs. Two- and three-year associate degree programs are also offered. (See page 49 for a complete listing of all programs offered.)
Location
The College is located in a quiet, residential community in Nashville, Tennessee, the home of at least 17 colleges and universities. This concentration of educational institutions gives the city the well-earned title, “Athens of the South.” More than a dozen Free Will Baptist churches are in greater Nashville; many more are in the surrounding communities. Nashville offers excellent access to ground transportation and worldwide air travel via three interstates, rail traffic, and an international airport. Nashville is a very cosmopolitan city with at least 20 major language groups represented in the Metropolitan area. This accounts for nearly 15 percent of the residents of the city being from non-English-speaking backgrounds. Training is available for
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learning some 141 languages through a local language institute. This offers a unique perspective from which our students can prepare themselves for diverse local church and foreign ministries. The greater Nashville area includes over 1.5 million inhabitants, and offers expansive shopping centers, fine arts and museum exhibits, a variety of sporting teams and events, including NFL, NHL, and PGA/LPGA venues. Nashville has an abundance of good, clean, family entertainment, including beautiful nature sites. Nashville was chosen to be the home of the College because its founders believed that this location was most central within the denomination.
Report to Students and Prospective Students
As required by the Student Right-To-Know Act, colleges must report graduation/ completion rates to all enrolled and prospective students. • The current graduation/program completion rate for the year 2012-2013 is 33.9%. • The current retention rate between fall of 2012 and fall of 2013 from the freshman to sophomore years is 70.5%. If you have any questions, contact the Registrar.
Student Consumer Information
• According to the Campus Security Act, a Campus Security Report is available, by request from the Student Services Office, to prospective students and prospective employees. • According to the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act, the most recent report is available, upon request, in the Student Financial Aid Office. Students and parents should note that the requirements to return federal Title IV funds may result in a balance due the College subsequent to withdrawal.
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Spiritual Emphasis One of the unique features of Welch College is the interest its people have in all areas of each student’s life. Of special importance is our concern for every student's spiritual welfare, as manifested in the general objectives defined in the Statement of Institutional Purpose (page 7). The College plans its entire program so that it affords every student the opportunity to mature spiritually. Bible Study Students are encouraged to study the Bible for their personal development in addition to the study required for classes. Dormitory and student lounge discussions of Biblical and theological issues are common. Chapel services suggest practical applications of the Bible to daily life. The College’s library is a rich repository of Bible study aids. Chapel Four days each week, Tuesday through Friday, the College family assembles for chapel, worshiping in song and prayer and hearing the Word preached by College personnel, representatives of other denominational offices, and special guest speakers. On Mondays the chapel hour is reserved for meetings of the student body, classes, societies, and vocational groups for devotional and other activities. Prayer Prayer is an expression of our need for God and an important part of life at Welch College. Each day begins with a time for personal devotions. Classes are begun with prayer. Evening group prayer meetings known as SpirituaLife groups close each Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Global Missions Fellowship meets daily to pray for missions. There are special days set aside each semester for prayer. Christian Service While the College exists to train Christians to live and work for Christ, Christian service should not be put off until graduation. Every student chooses an area of Christian work each year–when possible in the area of service for which the student is training. Students are required to engage in one Christian Service activity each semester until a total of eight semesters have been achieved. As noted in the Statement of Institutional Purpose (page 7), this is one of the distinctive emphases of the College. Benefits are many, including skill and confidence in communicating the gospel. Area churches profit from the assistance of scores of capable workers. Students witness to thousands of people each year, and hundreds respond by making decisions for Christ.
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Students may also volunteer to participate in mission trips and humanitarian relief efforts that may take place during the academic year. Each year teams of students are selected by Missions faculty or Enrollment Management personnel to travel on evangelistic service trips to cities like New York, Chicago, Havana, and Nantes. Student teams have also been assembled by the Christian Service Department to travel to assist churches and communities following natural disasters. Conferences and Special Services The College provides many special services and programs during the school year to benefit students spiritually. These include the following: A World Missions Conference is held in the fall of every odd year. Speakers present the challenge of evangelism and missionary service to the College family and visitors. To accomplish the College's mission requires that we promote missions-mindedness. The annual Forum/Bible Conference each March is a spiritual highlight for the College and the denomination. Alumni and friends from across the denomination join the College family to hear Biblical preaching by Free Will Baptists and guests from outside the denomination. The Leroy Forlines Lectures bring well-known speakers to the campus to address challenging issues related to theology, philosophy, world views, global evangelism, and other topics. The following are some past guest lecturers: •Dr. Norman Geisler, Dean, Southern Evangelical Seminary •Dr. Edward Panosian, Church History Professor, Bob Jones University •Dr. Ronald Nash, Professor of Systematic Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary •Dr. Robertson McQuilkin, President Emeritus, Columbia International University •Dr. Stephen Ashby, Dean of the Faculty, Hillsdale Free Will Baptist College •Dr. Gerald Mattingly, Professor of Biblical Studies, Johnson Bible College •Dr. Donald Carson, New Testament Professor, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School •Dr. Ronald Allen, Professor of Bible Exposition, Dallas Theological Seminary •Dr. Gary Habermas, Professor of Apologetics, Liberty University •Dr. Daniel Block, Professor of Old Testament Interpretation, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary •Dr. Leland Ryken, Clyde S. Kilby Professor of English, Wheaton College •Dr. Walter Kaiser, President Emeritus and distinguished professor of Old Testament, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary •Dr. Matthew Pinson, President, Welch College •Dr. Russell Moore, Vice President, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary •Dr. Edward Moody, Department Chairman, Counselor Education, North Carolina Central University •Dr. Eric Johnson, Lawrence and Charlotte Hoover Professor of Pastoral Care at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Other conferences are sponsored from time to time.
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Missionary-in-Residence The Missionary-in-Residence (MIR) program brings a missionary to the College who has current experience on the mission field. The MIR comes to teach and promote missions among the students. The goal is to help students develop a vision for and accept the challenge of global evangelism. The MIR program is operated in cooperation with the Free Will Baptist International Missions Department. Generally, the MIR serves a one-year term before returning to the field. The MIR is available on campus to counsel students.
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Campus Activities As a Christian, you will enjoy life at Welch College. The College is ready to help you grow socially and culturally, as well as intellectually and spiritually. All these are part of its purpose, defined in the Statement of Institutional Purpose (page 7). Some of the main features of campus life are mentioned below.
College Organizations
The organizations listed here work together to enhance student life. The presidents of these groups join the elected Student Body officers to form the Student Council. Societies: Every student belongs to one of nine societies, four for men, four for women, and one combined society for commuter students. The men’s societies are John Bunyan, William Jennings Bryan, Pi Gamma Chi, and Alpha Chi Omega. The women’s societies are Louisa May Alcott, Charlotte Brontë, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and Christina Rossetti. An alternative society for commuter students is called Commuter Student Fellowship. Societies engage in athletic competition, provide units for fellowship, plan programs, and pursue projects. Global Missions Fellowship (GMF): Members are students who intend to be missionaries or who have a keen interest in missions. GMF conducts regular meetings, a daily missionary prayer band (M-F), and an annual missions retreat. Professional Educators of Tennessee (PET): Members are faculty and students in teacher education who are engaged in programs leading to teaching licensure. This association provides liability protection to students who enter PreK-12 school classrooms to engage in field experience and student teaching. It also provides advice regarding the current teaching environment and assistance with constraint solution.
Sports
The College recognizes the body as the temple of the Holy Spirit and emphasizes a Christian regard for it. Participants, as representatives of the Lord and of the College, are expected to exhibit exemplary Christian conduct. A year-round intramural athletic program helps students stay healthy and provides a wholesome outlet for energies. Intramural sports provide for competition among societies. These include, but are not limited to, basketball and volleyball. The College sponsors intercollegiate basketball, golf, and cross-country for men and women and volleyball for women. College teams are known as the Flames. Most sporting events take place in the Picirilli Activity Center, which includes basketball and volleyball courts, exercise rooms and equipment, and athletic training facilities.
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Social Events
The College senses a responsibility to provide the most wholesome, enriching social life possible and provides both formal and informal occasions for this purpose. Formal social and cultural occasions include banquets, student and faculty recitals, concerts, dramatic presentations, and the Sarah Lacey Nicholas Artist Series. Informal activities include opportunity for dating, casual contacts, various programs, Coffee House/Student Center activities, outings, and other special events.
The Lumen
Each year a staff of students, elected by the faculty and supervised by a College adviser, plans and produces the College’s yearbook, the Lumen. The title means “light” and matches the College verse, Psalm 43:3. Advertisements and a student fee underwrite the cost of producing the book. Every full-time student who attends both semesters of a given school year will receive the Lumen when it is published. Part-time students and those who attend just one semester can receive a yearbook by paying a total of $79 (add $7.50 for mailing).
Student Wellness Activities
The Student Wellness Committee sponsors several activities each semester that promote physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Group activities such as walking and jogging, seminars, and campus-wide emphases are designed to provide opportunities for all students to be actively involved in the development of healthy, positive, Biblical thinking and living.
Peer Mentoring, Peer Tutoring, and Freshman Coordinator
The College's Access to Success (A2S) program is designed to welcome and support new students as they transition to Welch College. Each new student is assigned a peer mentor who is prepared to provide an immediate, positive link to campus life. The College also offers academic support through paid peer tutors. The A2S program is managed by the Freshman Coordinator who also has faculty status. The Coordinator works with peer mentors, student tutors, Student Services, and faculty peers to know and address academic, social, and spiritual needs of new students. The A2S program features five campus-wide initiatives that comprise the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). A QEP is required for all SACS-accredited colleges.
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Admissions, Finance & General Academic Information
Admission of Students—17
Admission of Students Entrance Requirements
Welch College is owned and operated by the National Association of Free Will Baptists. As such, it exists primarily to meet the educational needs of Free Will Baptist churches. The college’s primary mission is to educate leaders for those churches who will take seriously a life of service to Christ, His Church, and His world. The College also opens its doors to students who share its commitment to the Christian faith in its historic, evangelical Protestant expression. Character–Every applicant must have experienced a genuine Christian conversion marked by Christian discipleship and high moral character. Applicants must also exhibit a commitment to Christian higher education as outlined in the College's Mission and Institutional Purpose, sign a statement of Christian faith, and provide references to confirm their Christian character. Students are expected to behave in a manner consistent with their Christian testimony at all times. Any student who fails to do so forfeits the right to remain at the College. High school graduation–Applicants must present evidence of graduation from a standard high school or the equivalent–which may be a high school equivalency certificate, satisfactory scores on the General Education Development (GED) Tests, or satisfactory completion of an approved homeschool program. In exceptional cases, a person who is not a high school graduate may enroll as a special student, but will not be admitted to candidacy for a degree without achieving high school equivalence. This includes current high school students who register for courses. As required by the Tennessee State Department of Education, graduates of high schools that are neither state approved nor regionally accredited may be admitted on a provisional basis and will remain so until they have earned a C average on at least 24 credit hours. The College does not specify an exact list of units that must be earned in the applicant’s high school program. We advise that the student take as many solid, academic units as possible, including English (four years), history, social studies, science, mathematics (two years or more recommended), and a foreign language (if possible). The high school counselor can advise the student concerning available college preparatory courses. Students are advised to develop computer literacy before college enrollment. Pre-college tests–Applicants must take the ACT or SAT. High school students should take the tests during or before their senior year, if possible, or early in the summer before admission to the College. Students receiving grades below the 50th percentile should consider retaking such tests to increase the composite grade. Information concerning the time and place these tests are administered can be obtained from high school counselors or by writing American College Testing Program, P.O. Box 414, Iowa City, Iowa 52243-0414. Applicants who do not take either the ACT or SAT before admission or who transfer 12 hours or less must come to campus early to 18—Admission of Students
take the ACT at their own expense during New Student Orientation. While standardized scores are not used as a basis for admission or rejection, they are used to determine whether students are ready for college-level mathematics. Those with scores lower than 18 on the ACT or the equivalent on the SAT in that area will be required to take the appropriate remedial course. Immunization Record–As required by the Tennessee State Health Department, each applicant must provide an immunization record signed by a physician or certified health professional before admission is complete. Students will not be permitted to stay in the dormitory unless they are already on the recommended track for completion of all inoculations as required for completion of the health form.
Application Procedure
Freshman (First-time college student) The steps required for application are as follows: 1. Complete the Application for Admission. As part of the completed application, the students must submit a written essay, giving personal testimony of their salvation experience and reasons for desiring to attend the College. Attention should be given to proper English composition. 2. Submit the names and contact information for two non-family personal references and a pastor reference. 3. Submit a $35 application fee. Contact the office of Enrollment Management for details. 4. Submit a transcript of high school credits. Students making application during their senior year may submit credits completed through their junior year. 5. Arrange to take the ACT or SAT test and have the score sent to Welch. (Our institutional code for the ACT is 3961. The SAT code is 1232.) 6. Complete the Health Record. This form may be completed by the student. If acceptance is granted, the following additional items must be submitted: 1) a final high school transcript, 2) an immunization record, 3) medical authorization form, and 4) a Student Consent to Release Academic Information Form (FERPA). All records must be filed in the office of Enrollment Management and approved before a student can enroll. Homeschooled Students Admission of a homeschooler to Welch College requires the same documentation as any other Welch freshman applicant. In lieu of a high school transcript, a homeschooling record or transcript is required. Welch recognizes homeschool transcripts under parental authorization. Umbrella school and correspondence school transcripts are also accepted. Transfer Students (High School graduates with more than 12 transferrable semester hours). Welch College gladly accepts applications for admission from students who have attended other accredited institutions. Students should complete steps 1-6 required for freshman applicants. Students should also request that an official transcript of academic work from each college attended be sent directly to Welch.
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Transfer Credit
Transfer credit for courses taken in residence at another college may be granted, providing the student remains in good standing at that college and subject to the following limitations. Generally, courses approved for transfer carry letter grades and contribute to the student’s Welch grade-point average (g.p.a.) In the event that the transferring college utilizes a quality point system differing from that of Welch, all quality points awarded will be converted to the system at Welch. 1. Courses must be essentially equal in content and level to Welch courses. 2. Courses must meet requirements or serve as electives in the degree program as defined at Welch. 3. Courses must have received a final grade of C or better. 4. Courses from an unaccredited college must be validated by examination or satisfactory, probationary residence. Satisfactory residence means the completion of the student’s first 24 attempted hours at Welch with at least a 2.0 g.p.a. (Courses from unaccredited, nonresidential programs will not be recognized.) In general, no more than 30 hours credit is transferrable. Upon written appeal, the Registrar, chair of the major (and minor) department, and the Provost may award additional credit. 5. A group of courses in a single field, acceptable to Welch, may be recognized as a minor for a degree with a major in Biblical Studies. 6. Once the student has enrolled at Welch, no courses toward Welch degree requirements can be taken elsewhere without prior approval by the department chair or program coordinator overseeing the student’s program, expressed in writing to the Provost. Contact the Registrar’s Office for the appropriate forms. (Students who take a course without approval risk not having that course approved for transfer credit.) 7. As indicated elsewhere, no more than 12 of the final 60 hours of a baccalaureate degree program can be earned other than in residence at Welch. Any portion of those 12 hours approved to be taken after the student’s final semester in residence must be completed within 24 months for the degree to be awarded on that basis. (See page 22 under Residency Requirements.) 8. Students may transfer courses for credit to Welch to substitute for courses already taken at Welch in which the student made a D or F. However, to eliminate the D or F course from g.p.a. computation, the same course must be repeated at Welch.
International Students
International students who wish to enter the College must file their applications and complete certified copies of official transcripts, certificates, diplomas, and degrees translated to English well in advance of the semester for which they seek admission. All regular admission requirements must be completed before final acceptance will be granted, including evidence of financial resources sufficient enough to pay expenses while a student at the College. Welch College's Certification of Financial Support must be on file at the time the I-20 is issued. International students will have the same financial policy applied to them as any other student. In addition, an advance deposit of $1,000 USD is held in escrow for the total period of enrollment. The deposit must be received prior to the issuance of the letter of acceptance. At the time of enrollment, the student must present an I-94, a visa, and a passport. Students for whom English is not the first language must take the TOEFL or provide appropriate documentation of competency from a recognized college or university 20—Admission of Students
or other reputable agency, and attain a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based assessment and on the internet-based test must score at least: Writing – 22; Speaking – 22; Reading – 21; Listening – 17; for a total of 82. All applicants whose academic records are from schools, colleges, and universities located outside the United Sates must provide a course-by-course report, as well as appropriate accrediting recognition of the college or university that issues the document. Based on recommendations from approval groups and the American Association of College Registrars and Academic offices, we do not engage in initial analysis of international transcripts. Original transcripts from international colleges and universities are generally forwarded to a recognized agency engaged in transcript analysis. These agencies usually require a contract fee in advance. It is the responsibility of the student to contact the group he chooses to review the transcript and to furnish any information the agency may require. To be deemed official, a report should be sent directly to the Welch Registrar from the evaluating agency. Under no circumstances should the student hand deliver these, since this would compromise the integrity of the document. Failure to complete admission requirements or unresolved issues with the Business Office or Financial Aid may result in suspension of a student’s privileges.
Re-Enrollment
Any student who has not been enrolled in residential courses for one semester or more is classified as a re-enrollee. Students who intend to re-enroll at Welch follow a different procedure than do students who are continuously enrolled. Until all the following have been observed, a student will not be officially re-enrolled at the College. 1. Complete the Application for Readmission, along with a $16 application fee. The Admissions Committee must approve all readmission applications. 2. A re-admit applicant who has attended other institutions since leaving Welch must have an official academic transcript forward from each institution. These documents need to be received in the Enrollment Management Office at least 90 days before the semester begins. No readmission will be processed for a student during a term of academic suspension since leaving Welch or any other school. 3. Re-enrollees who wish to return after a suspension, either academic or disciplinary, must meet items 1 and 2, as well as the following: • They must completely observe all the terms of the suspension. • No coursework taken during the term of the suspension will be transferred to Welch. • Students must submit for approval a written plan for improvement to: –the Registrar, in the event of academic suspension, or –the Student Dean, in the event of disciplinary suspension. 4. Re-enrollees may be required to meet any changes in the program or curriculum under which they were originally enrolled. (See the requirements of the Catalog under which you re-enroll.)
Early Admission Students
Superior high school students may be admitted for regular university work. To do so, these minimum requirements must be fulfilled. Early admission students may enroll Admission of Students—21
in selected classes at the College, subject to the approval of the Admissions Committee and an advisor as appointed by the Registrar. Other special circumstances may apply subject to approval and recommendations to the Admissions Committee composed of the Provost, Registrar, and chair of the academic area in which the student is to enroll. 1. Complete steps 1-5 for freshman applicants. The Admissions Committee must approve all early admission students. 2. Be at least 16 years of age. 3. Possess a grade-point average (g.p.a.) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Welch cannot guarantee that credits earned by taking early admission courses will automatically transfer to any other institution. Each college/university reserves the right to determine transfer credit.
Dual Enrollment Students
1. Complete Welch College's dual enrollment application. 2. Be at least 15 years of age or classified as a junior or senior in a secondary school. 3. Possess a grade-point average (g.p.a.) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 4. Be students who have a reasonable expectation for successfully completing the course(s). 5. Submit at least one recommendation from a Christian leader and a written testimony of personal salvation. 6. May not accrue more than 12 semester hours of credit in this manner and before receipt of an official high school diploma or its equivalent. 7. Submit a recommendation from either a high school teacher, principal, or equivalent supervisor. 8. All such students will be expected to fulfill all regular course requirements for those courses designated for credit. 8. Dual enrollment students may only enroll in courses designated by the Provost. 9. All such students must complete the dual enrollment application and be approved for course admission by the Registrar. Welch cannot guarantee that credits earned by taking early admission courses will automatically transfer to any other institution. Each college/university reserves the right to determine transfer credit.
Residency Requirements
The following requirements apply to all programs of study. Residence means courses taken for credit at Welch College. 1. Two-thirds of any major must be completed in residence. 2. No more than 12 of the final 60 hours of a baccalaureate degree program may be taken other than in residence. (Equivalency to this standard is required for all associate degrees.) 3. The application of courses not taken in residence, to meet degree requirements, is subject to the department faculty administering the student’s program, subject to the Registrar’s approval. 4. When a student’s residence at Welch has been interrupted for 12 months, the 22—Admission of Students
department faculty administering the student’s program must determine what program requirements must be met, subject to review by the Provost.
Credit-By-Examination
The College does not give examinations of its own design as a basis for awarding credit. It does recognize generally accepted, standardized examinations designed for this purpose, as follows. Credits recognized by these methods do not carry letter grades and are not included in the student’s grade-point average. 1. Advanced Placement high school courses may be credited, normally up to a maximum of 32 semester hours, when the score on the final AP examination is a 4 or 5. Ordinarily, these must be at the introductory college level and must generally correspond to courses offered by Welch, although based on a recommendation from the testing agency; higher level courses may receive credit from AP. 2. Standardized examinations prepared and administered by appropriate agencies, specifically to serve as a basis for college credit, may be recognized. These include the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Proficiency Examination Program (PEP), and other approved examinations.
Special Courses
Transfer students and new students with less than 12 hours of college credit from an appropriately accredited college must take the appropriate Welch orientation sessions during the first semester on campus. Students who have area scores of 17 or less on the ACT must register for the developmental course in mathematics as soon as this course is offered on campus or as soon as available at another college. Developmental mathematics must be completed by the end of the student’s second semester on campus.
Nontraditional Courses
The following policies govern the awarding of credit for courses not taken in residence at regularly constituted colleges. Any credits awarded for such courses may or may not carry letter grades and may or may not contribute to the student’s Welch grade-point average. 1. Nonresidential courses (by correspondence, external study, distance learning, etc.) will be credited and applied to program requirements only when appropriate and when taken from accredited colleges. Prior approval by the department chair or program coordinator overseeing the student’s program, expressed in writing to the Provost, and Provost or Registrar approval is required. 2. Credit for structured educational experiences obtained outside the traditional college setting may sometimes be recognized when the original experience has been formally approved for this purpose by a recognized educational agency or by an accredited college that has evaluated the instruction and determined that college credit is justified. Primary among these are schools conducted by the various branches of the United States Armed Forces, with formal recommendations written up by the American Council on Education (ACE) and as accompanied by official written recommendation documents from the military education office.
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Credit For Military Training
Welch College recognizes the value of military training. It is the practice of the College to award credit for qualifying military experience. The student will need to present the College Registrar with proper official military documents for analysis.
Veterans Benefits
The College is approved by the Tennessee State Approving Agency for the training of veterans and their eligible dependents. Recipients wishing to receive benefits must notify the campus VA officer. Applicants must furnish proof of eligibility as a condition of enrollment; however, the College does not exempt the student from financial obligations until expenses have been settled by the Veterans Administration. An applicant should obtain an application for benefits from a local VA office, Welch College, or the official governmental website, complete and mail it as directed. The College is also approved to instruct the orphans of veterans who are qualified to receive training under Public Law 634. These should follow the above procedure. Note: Veterans should become familiar with the College’s probationary system (See page 32,33). For purposes of benefits, they must be making satisfactory progress toward their degree objective. If they fall behind one semester, they have the following probationary semester to meet the standards. If they fail to do so, the VA will be notified and benefits terminated. They may also be asked to withdraw for a semester. At the end of that period, they may apply for readmission to the College and renewal of benefits.
Employment
While the College assumes no obligation to secure employment for students, the office of Student Services maintains a Job Bank to offer help in finding jobs on or off campus. Students should work no more than necessary lest this conflict with the basic purpose for being here. Students who must work should adjust their academic loads (See the Student Handbook for comparison of work and academic loads). This may necessitate a longer residence than normal. Employment is subject to approval of the Dean of Students.
Student Residences
Single students under 25 years of age and taking more than six hours must room in dormitories maintained and supervised by the College, unless they can live with their parents or grandparents in the Nashville area. Other exceptions include already having a B.S. or B.A. degree, starting a sixth year as a full-time student, or having served four years or more in military service. All exceptions must be approved by the Dean of Students Dormitory students must supply their own pillows and linens. Extra furnishings such as rugs and lamps may be added as desired. No pieces of large furniture should be brought. No electrical appliances may be used without permission. Students’ belongings are not covered by the College’s fire insurance program. Married students and parents of young children should find housing as near the College as conditions will allow. They may not reside in the College dormitories, although they can arrange payment to eat in the College dining hall for the noon meal. Note: Applicants and prospective students may obtain certain consumer information as required by law (See page 10). 24—Admission of Students
Financial Information Schedule of Charges (2014-2015) Tuition - Per Semester
12 - 18 hours (block)*......................................................................................................$8,445.90 1 - 11 hours (per semester hour)*......................................................................... $578.00 19 + hours (each hour over 18 hours, per semester hour)................................. $578.00 Online & Adult Degree (age 23 and older, per semester hour)......................... $328.00 Audit of course(s) (per semester hour)................................................................ $289.00 Dual Enrollment (per semester hour).................................................................. $150.00 *Note: Donations received from Free Will Baptist Churches and generous supporters represent a scholarship for every Welch College student. Without this donor support, educational expenses would be increased significantly as in many private, Christian colleges.
Room and Meal Plan - Per Semester **
Dormitory and 20-Meal Plan (required for freshmen), per semester................ $3,421 Dormitory and 14-Meal Plan (optional for upper classmen), per semester...... $3,247 Commuter (off-campus) Student Meal Plan............................................................ $401 (**Pricing includes long distance and voice mail capability, plus optional 195 or 165 block meal plans.) The cost for the average dormitory student (taking 12-18 hours) will therefore be $11,866.90 per semester with the 20-Meal Plan (195 Meal Plan) or $11,692.90 per semester with the 14-Meal Plan (165 Meal Plan). The cost for commuter (off-campus) students (taking 12-18 hours) will be $8,445.90 each semester (excluding meal plan).
Methods of Payment
The registration of a student signifies an agreement by the student and his parents to fulfill the related financial obligations for that semester and to comply with the payment policies established by Welch College. The College expects that every student will care for his account and believes that responsibility for handling the student account is part of the educational experience. All expenses for the semester, after subtraction of financial aid awards, are due and payable at registration. Students who are not prepared to pay their semester charges in full at the time of registration should pay according to the following payment plan established in an effort to enable students and families to more easily budget for educational expenses.
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Deferred Payment Plan
A down payment is required for all students not paying in full at registration/ the beginning of each term. Those enrolled as a full-time student (12+ hours) are to pay $2,400 or, if less, the account balance after all financial aid is calculated/applied. Those enrolled as a part-time student (11 hours or less) will pay $1,800 or, if less, the account balance after all financial aid is calculated/applied. The remaining account balance is to be paid over the remainder of the term after charges are invoiced. Payment terms will be defined on the student account statement distributed by the Business Office after invoicing. For more information regarding payment plan options, refer to the Welch College website Tuition and Financial Aid section at the following address: www.welch.edu/ tuition-financial-aid. A one and one-half percent (1.5%) late fee will be added at the end of each month to any unpaid balance which is at least thirty (30) days old. Each semester must be paid in full before registering for a new semester. Any student who has become delinquent (more than 10 days late according to payment schedules) through failure to make payment or proper financial arrangements will be subject to disenrollment until such matters are satisfactorily resolved with the Business Office. All accounts must be paid in full two weeks prior to the commencement of final exams. If a student is also a student employee of Welch College, his student payroll check can be held and up to 75% applied to past due student accounts. Until all financial obligations are satisfied, no transcript of credit or diploma may be issued, no semester examinations may be taken, and no participation in graduation will be permitted. No degrees will be awarded and no transcript of credits will be issued until all financial obligations to Welch College are discharged in full. For immediate release, payment must be in the form of cash, credit card, money order, or cashier's check. Payment by personal check will necessitate a delay of ten working days before transcripts or diplomas will be released. Welch College reserves the right to make financial changes for any and all charges between times of publication of any catalogs.
Refund Policy
A student must properly withdraw from the College in order to qualify for any credit or refund. Credit for tuition, room, and board charges are as follows: 90% during the 1st week, 80% during the 2nd week, 70% during the 3rd week, 60% during the 4th week, 50% during the 5th week, and no credit or refund for tuition and room after the 5th week. Procedures for withdrawing for students registering during early registration are the same as for those registering in August and January. Students who register early must officially withdraw and must not have attended any classes or resided on campus to qualify for a 100% credit of all charges. Otherwise, credit for tuition and room charges as listed in the paragraph above will apply.
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Withdrawal obligations for Adult Degree Program and Lifetime Learning are as follows: Adult Degree Program A tuition refund of 90% will be made if the student withdraws before the second class meeting. A tuition refund of 45% will be made if the student withdraws before the third class meeting. There will be no refund for withdrawals beyond the third class meeting. Online Courses A tuition refund of 90% will be made if the student withdraws before the end of the first week of the online session. A tuition refund of 45% will be made if the student withdraws before the end of the second week of the online session. There will be no refund for withdrawals beyond the second week of the online session. Lifetime Learning If a student feels he will be unable to meet the requirements of the course, he may withdraw from the course without penalty by September 15 (fall semester), February 1 (spring semester), or June 1 (summer session). There will be no credit or refund beyond those dates. The withdrawal should be submitted in writing to be received in this office on or before the required date. Any dormitory student who voluntarily decides to be a commuter (off-campus) student (must be approved in writing by the Dean of Students) will be subject to the above room credit or refund schedule. Note: This does not apply to classes dropped while remaining in school. A student must properly drop the course during drop/add week to avoid payment of tuition. Students who properly drop classes after drop/add week must still pay full tuition for these classes. Upon written recommendation of the choral director, some students associated with traveling groups may be given through the Monday following the drop/add date to make adjustments in their schedules without penalty. Credit or refunds for meals (board) will be effective the week of withdrawal. No credit is given for meals missed, since the semester rate is based on the assumption that students miss some meals (and would be higher if the rate were calculated on a per-meal basis). Also, takeout meals are available for those whose work conflicts with normal dining hours. No refunds are given for unofficial withdrawal from classes/college. The monthly payment schedule does not reflect in any way the student’s financial obligation upon withdrawal. Also, financial aid will be adversely affected.
Transcripts
Official transcripts are provided to students (current or alumnus) or to a designated agency only upon receipt of a request or approved facsimile signed by the student. No telephone, email, or verbal requests will be processed. Unofficial transcripts and degree audits may be provided to currently enrolled students as requested. Release of information forms may be printed from our website at www.welch.edu. Please address all correspondence regarding transcripts to the Registrar or his designee. Allow at least five working days for transcripts to be processed. Financial Information—27
Until all financial obligations are satisfied, no transcript of credit or diploma may be issued, no semester examinations may be taken, and no participation in graduation will be permitted.
Student Insurance
All students must carry minimal accident insurance through a school-sponsored plan. Welch College assumes no liability for accidents or illnesses that require medical attention, but expects all students to carry adequate coverage. This minimal student accident insurance is provided by Welch College for each on-campus student for the academic year through a nationally recognized student accident insurance company. New students in the spring semester are added to the coverage. This coverage is intended to be a secondary policy to the student’s major medical health insurance. This coverage pays after any other insurance available to the student pays, picking up any deductibles, co-pay, or any remaining expense from an event incurring injury as a result of an accident on campus property. Claim forms must be submitted to the carrier and are available in the Business Office. Any claim must be filed within one year of the accident.
Room Reservation Deposit
A $100 room reservation deposit will be charged to all dormitory students. It is not part of the student account charges but is held in reserve to offset costs for room preparation/reservation, room damage upon vacating, and ultimately for any unpaid financial obligation such as student account, student loan account, etc. Allow six weeks for issuance of room reservation deposit refund. This deposit must be paid by July 1 for the fall semester or December 1 for the spring semester. The deposit will be refunded only if requested in writing up until five days before registration for the fall or spring semesters. It is not refundable, for example, if a fall semester student does not give written notice that he or she will not return for the spring semester at least five business days before the spring registration date. Campus Guests Breakfast............................................................................................................... $5.50 Lunch/Sunday Dinner........................................................................................ $6.00 Dinner/Sunday noon.......................................................................................... $6.50 Steak or Special.................................................................................................... $7.00 Dormitory guest overnight................................................................................... $20 Students arriving on campus earlier than the day before registration will be charged $17 per night. Note: The College reserves the right to adjust these costs at any time without notice.
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Financial Aid Welch College has established a Financial Aid Office for the purpose of helping eligible students meet the financial needs of attending College. Financial aid may take the form of grants, loans, on-campus employment, or scholarships. There are two basic types, as described in the following paragraphs: (1) aid backed by funds from the federal government, and (2) aid from funds administered by the College and/or other sources. Note: All students should review carefully the required standards of academic progress described at the close of this section of the Catalog.
Governmental Aid Procedures
For all forms of government aid listed below, the student must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It may be submitted online using the address: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Welch College school code is 030018. Students must apply for admission to Welch College and be approved by the Admissions Committee in order to be eligible for aid. New and transfer students will receive a Financial Aid Award Letter. Returning students will be awarded when their financial aid file is complete. Students are awarded on a rolling basis as files are completed. Note: Those who desire aid should apply early (January-March) in the year in which aid is needed. Since some programs have specific deadlines, the College will give priority to early applicants. The FAFSA should be filed no later than March 15 to meet the priority date of April 15. The student must also be approved for admission by the Admissions Committee by the April 15 priority date. See pages 18 and 19 for important information regarding applying for admission.
Grants
Federal Pell Grants: Funded by the Federal Government, these range from $602 to $5,730 each year, depending on the level of need as determined by family income, number in family, etc. They are considered gift aid. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG): Also partially funded by the Federal Government, these are available to students with even more extreme financial needs. Students must be enrolled at least half-time and must demonstrate academic or creative promise. Students are eligible only for the duration of the period required for the completion of the first bachelor’s degree. Awards range from $200 to $1,000 each year. These grants are considered gift aid. FSEOG funds are limited. Financial Aid—29
Loans
Subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program: Need-based loans are available to eligible students through the Department of Education. The student must apply for federal aid to determine his/her eligibility for the loan. Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program: Non-need based loans are also available for students. Student eligibility for the FSL must first be determined. Federal PLUS Direct Loan Program: Federal PLUS loans are available to parents of students. Specific information about loan terms, sample repayment schedules, necessity of loan repayment, exit counseling, and terms and conditions of need-based employment is available, upon request, from the Student Financial Aid Office.
Employment
Federal Work-Study Program (FWS): Limited federal funds are available at Welch College to assist students who have established that they need part-time employment in order to pursue college studies. FWS jobs are available on campus. Employment is determined by the student’s needs, skills, availability of funds, job vacancies, and willingness to work. Note: A student is required to apply 75% of campus payroll toward a past-due student account.
Institutional Aid Loans
Dormitory Students: Both long-term and short-term loans are available. A maximum $2,000 is available per semester ($900 maximum if incoming first semester freshman). Cumulative maximum loan debt is $6,300. Commuter Students: Commuter students may apply for a short-term institutional loan to be paid in full before final exams each semester. The short-term institutional loan balance may be repaid in three equal payments during the semester. Loans Administered by Welch College: Limited funds have been made available to create loans for worthy students of Welch College by friends interested in Christian higher education. In some cases the funds bear the names of the donors; others have been given in memory of relatives or friends. Criteria for each fund may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office. Alabama Student Loan Fund Clarence Bazen Stu- Chris and Linda Cook Hummel Student LoanFund
dent Loan Fund Reverend Melvin Bingham Memorial Student Loan Fund Ernest Bowen Memorial Student Loan Fund Brazil-Uruguay Student Loan Fund Clarence E. and Laura Jane Coker Student Loan Fund College Student Loan Fund (which includes: The Olivet Student Loan Fund, the Zela B. Haynes Loan Fund, the Lake City Loan Fund, and the Mr. & Mrs. John Moody Memorial Loan Fund) Jeffrey Edwards Memorial Student Loan Fund Floyd County Conference Student Loan Fund Dot Harvey Student Loan Fund Hearthstone Builders Student Loan Fund Reverend John M. Henson Memorial Student Loan Fund Hibbett’s Educational Student Loan Fund 30—Financial Aid
Dr. and Mrs. L. C. Johnson Alumni Student Loan Fund Kentucky Bluegrass Conference Student Loan Fund Karmen Kibby Memorial Student Loan Fund Ronella King Student Loan Fund Ray Lee Student Loan Fund Don Lombard Student Loan Fund Mt. Harmony Free Will Baptist Church Loan Fund North Carolina Student Loan Fund Oaklawn Memorial Loan Fund Polston-Baggett Memorial Loan Fund Phyllis Rivers Memorial Student Loan Fund Smith Student Loan Fund Student Loan Investment Plan (Commuter students) William J. and Stewart Waggoner Memorial Loan Fund Alma Weatherford Student Loan Fund Alice, Paul, and Nelle Woolsey Educational Fund
Endowed and Funded Scholarships
Scholarships are available from donors in amounts ranging from $100 to $2,000 per year. These scholarships are granted to students selected by the College administration. Need, academic achievement, and character are considered in selecting the recipients. Please note that not all scholarships are funded each year. William E. and Dixie M. Atkinson Scholarship Berkeley Free Will Baptist Church Scholarship Louis and Thelma Brautigan Scholarship Fund Pat Burttram Memorial Scholarship L. D. Carlisle Scholarship Christian Business Leaders Association Scholarship Christian Education Scholarship Thomas B. Collins Business Scholarship Marvin Z. and Agnes M. Cobb Scholarship Cornerstone Free Will Baptist Church Scholarship Mary Wilkerson Covington Memorial Scholarship Reverend Robert Crawford Scholarship Reverend Ronald and Mary Belle Creech Scholarship Reverend O. L. and Lois Fields Scholarship Fund Riley Giddons Scholarship Jewel Sutton Hagewood Memorial Scholarship Will Hall Memorial Scholarship Ralph C. and Lucille Hampton Academic Scholarship Billy D. Hanna Pastoral Scholarship Carlisle and Marie Hanna Missions Scholarship Elba Baxter Harwell Family Scholarship Fund Heritage Scholarship Mrs. Ada C. Hollis Memorial Scholarship L. C. Johnson Scholarship Paul J. Ketteman Memorial Scholarship Fund Lakeview (NC) Free Will Baptist Church Scholarship Leckrone/Bethel Scholarship Lowdermilk Scholarship William H. Lowe Memorial Scholarship Charles McNeese Memorial Scholarship Jesse Meade Memorial Scholarship Mrs. Gertrude Reese Montgomery Memorial Scholarship John and Vivian Mouser Scholarship Dr. W. Stanley Outlaw Biblical Studies Scholarship
Tilden and Rosalie Parks Scholarship Henry and Imogene Patterson Memorial Scholarship Emila Patton Memorial Scholarship Yvonne Philpot Memorial Music Scholarship Reverend and Mrs. L. V. Pinson Scholarship Reverend Henry L. “Roy” Player Memorial Missions Scholarship Fannie L. Polston Scholarship Ashlee Powelka Missionary Scholarship Price/Kicklighter Memorial Scholarship The Ken and Carolyn Riggs Memorial Scholarship Ada Rice Memorial Scholarship Helen Sanders Memorial Fund Sherwood Forest Free Will Baptist Church Scholarship Fund Linda Shipley Music Scholarship Judy Aycock Simpson Scholarship Simpson-Frazier Scholarship Reverend and Mrs. Ralph Staten Scholarship Rebecca Stewart Scholarship Sturgill Family Business Administration Scholarship Texas Student Scholarship J. A. Thigpen Scholarship Dr. Jonathan Thigpen Scholarship Owen Thomas Scholarship Fund TICUA-UPS Scholars Scholarship Victory (NC) Free Will Baptist Church Scholarship Leah Waddell Memorial Scholarship Fund Webb’s Prarie Fund Lee and Ethel Whaley Scholarship Minnie S. Wilkinson Memorial Scholarship Homer Willis Music Scholarship Herbert Winchester Memorial Scholarship Dr. Mary R. Wisehart Scholarship Dr. Robert E. Woodard Pastoral Ministry Scholarship
The completed scholarship application, which gives more detailed information about each scholarship, is due in the Student Financial Aid Office no later than May 15. In order to be eligible for a scholarship, the applicant must have a completed admissions file in the Enrollment Management Office no later than May 15. Applicants must also apply for Federal Aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Only applicants whose FAFSAs have a process date of May 15 or earlier will be considered for institutional scholarships. It is important for the applicant to file for federal aid as soon as possible after January 1. If these criteria are not met, the student’s application will be discarded. Recipients of scholarships must enroll for no less than 12 credit hours to retain the awarded scholarship. Scholarship applications may be downloaded from http://welchcollege.edu/currentstudents/documents/ FASCHapplication07-_000.pdf . Financial Aid—31
Academic Merit Scholarships
Welch College offers merit-based scholarships based on ACT/SAT scores for first-time-in-college students as follows: ACT Score
SAT Score
Maximum Award †
Annual Scholarship
GPA Required for renewal*
Presidential Honors
31-36
2050+
$40,000
$10,000
3.1
Provost’s Honors
28-30
1830-2049
$32,000
$8,000
2.8
Academic Honors
25-27
1660-1829
$16,000
$4,000
2.6
Leadership Award
21-24
1420-1659
$10,000
$2,500
2.3
Scholarship Level
* Includes Passing Chapel and Christian Service. † Assumes 4-year program.
Transfer Scholarships
For transfer students, Welch College also offers merit scholarships based on the student’s transfer GPA as follows: Level
Transfer GPA*
Annual Scholarship
Maximum Award †
GPA Required for renewal**
Level III
3.6 and up
$6,000
$18,000
3.1
Level II
3.1 to 3.59
$4,000
$12,000
2.8
Level I
2.6 to 3.0
$2,000
$6,000
2.3
Note: The transfer scholarship originally awarded cannot increase after enrollment. *Based on GPA earned at institution from which student is transferring. **Includes passing Chapel and Christian Service. † Assumes 3-year completion of program.
General Institutional Scholarships Scholarship
Amount
Availability
Legacy
$2500 annual (renewable)
Children of full-time Free Will Baptist pastors and career Free Will Baptist missionaries
Spouse
Variable
12 + semester-hrs. at full-tuition; spouse may register at half-tuition up to equal number of semester-hrs.
Christian School and Homeschool
$2,000 annual (renewable)
Christian school and homeschool graduates
Truth & Peace, E-Team, NYC Winner
$1,000 annual (one per year)
Eligible participants
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Maintaining Scholarships
Recipients must achieve the GPA required for renewal and pass both Chapel and Christian Service each semester. Scholarship amounts will be reduced by 15% for each subsequent semester after a student fails to achieve the required GPA or does not pass both Chapel and Christian Service. Scholarship may be reinstated when the student achieves the minimum required GPA and passes both Chapel and Christian Service. Reinstatement will occur in the subsequent semester. Residential student recipients of institutionally-funded scholarships must enroll in at least 15 semester-hours per semester and meet requirements for satisfactory progress. Aid may be suspended (page 35).
Applying Scholarships to Student Accounts
Welch College-administered scholarships are applied to student account balances at the conclusion of each semester. Welch College-administered scholarships will be applied to student account balances up to the maximum annual award for an academic year and cannot create credit balances. The above merit scholarships are not applicable to non-traditional students.
Employment
Campus Employment: A limited amount of College funds is available for the employment of students who have established need and do not otherwise qualify for the FWS (above). Campus employment is determined by the student’s skills, availability of funds, job vacancies, and willingness to work. Campus work applications are available in the Financial Aid Office. Off-Campus Employment: The College maintains a log of employment opportunities in the Nashville area for the use of all students.
Other Aid Programs
Vocational Rehabilitation: Students who may qualify for aid under this program should contact their local Vocational Rehabilitation Office.
Requirements for Satisfactory Progress
Financial Aid recipients must demonstrate through their scholastic records that they are making satisfactory academic progress toward completion of their program(s) of study in order to maintain eligibility for enrolling in classes and receiving any form of federal, state, or College financial assistance. Academic progress for financial aid is measured at the end of each term utilizing qualitative and quantitative standards. Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress The College’s policy requires that in order to remain fully eligible for aid the student must show satisfactory progress in the following three ways: 1. Must pass 75% of the semester hours attempted each semester, with no less than 6 credit hours earned. 2. Must maintain a minimum grade point average that makes progress toward the 2.00 minimum required for graduation, as follows:
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After attempting this number of hours
Minimum g.p.a. (4-year program)
Minimum g.p.a. (2-year program)
12
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1.25
24
1.25
1.50
36
1.35
1.75
48
1.50
2.00
60
1.70
72
1.90
84
2.00
3. Must complete enough hours each semester to remain on course for completing a four-year degree in a maximum of 6 years, a three-year degree in 4.5 years, and a two-year degree in three years, as follows: At the end of the academic year (includes summer)
must have earned this % of 4-yr. must have earned this % credits required of 2-yr. credits required
1st
14%
30%
2nd
29%
65%
3rd
46%
100%
4th
66%
5th
84%
6th
100%
Determining Satisfactory Academic Progress and Notification
Satisfactory Academic Progress will be evaluated at the end of fall and spring semesters. After grades are posted at the end of each semester, the Student Financial Aid Office will notify students who are not meeting satisfactory academic progress standards by letter.
Incomplete Grades
A grade of “incomplete” will not be factored into calculating satisfactory academic progress until the grade is changed to a completed grade. This may result in failure to achieve satisfactory academic progress and denial of aid until a final grade is earned. A student should contact the Financial Aid Office when an incomplete grade is changed to a final grade for recalculation of satisfactory academic progress.
Repeated Courses
Repeated courses affect satisfactory academic progress as follows: • GPA – Only the most recent grade counts in the student’s GPA. • Pace of Completion and Maximum Time Frame – Each time a course is repeated it will be counted as attempted hours. 34—Financial Aid
Withdrawal From Classes
Once a student has begun attendance in a semester, if he/she then drops a class or withdraws from the semester after the last day to drop without academic record for the enrollment period, those credit hours will be counted as credit hours attempted in calculating Pace of Completion and Maximum Time Frame. A student who withdraws from a semester and returns the following semester must meet the SAP requirements in order to be eligible for federal aid.
Transfer Students
Transfer hours accepted by Welch College are counted as both hours attempted and hours completed for calculating Pace of Completion, and are counted towards the student’s overall Maximum Time Frame. Transfer credits do affect a student’s GPA. New transfer students will be eligible for federal aid during their first semester at Welch College, unless they have already exceeded their Maximum Time Frame. Transfer students who previously were enrolled at Welch College will have their eligibility determined by evaluating past credits/grades earned at Welch combined with transfer credits accepted.
Financial Aid Warning
A student who does not meet satisfactory academic progress standards is placed on Financial Aid Warning for one term, during which the student is eligible to receive financial aid. If the student meets the standards at the end of the probationary term, the student is removed from Financial Aid Warning status and maintains financial aid eligibility. If the student does not meet the standards at the end of the probationary term, the student is placed on Financial Aid Suspension.
Financial Aid Suspension
A student on Financial Aid Suspension is not eligible for any form of federal, state, or College financial assistance and remains ineligible until satisfactory academic progress standards in Welch College courses are met.
Appeal Process
A student who feels mitigating circumstances existed which adversely affected his/her ability to maintain satisfactory academic progress may submit a written appeal within 21 business days of receiving notification of the suspension status. This appeal should be directed to the Coordinator of Financial Aid explaining; • why the student failed to make satisfactory academic progress. • what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow him/her to make satisfactory academic progress at the next evaluation. The Financial Aid Advisory Committee will hold a hearing in a timely manner to hear the appeal. The committee is chaired by the Coordinator of Financial Aid as a non-voting member except in the event of a tie. Other members are the Director of Enrollment Services, Provost, Registrar, Vice President for Financial Affairs, and Vice President for Student Affairs. If a student’s appeal is approved by the Financial Aid Advisory Committee, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Probation and will be eligible to receive aid Financial Aid—35
for at least one semester if: • it is determined that he/she should be able to meet the standards after the subsequent semester OR • the student is placed on an Academic Plan that, when followed, will ensure the student will meet the standards by a specific time. The student who fails to meet the satisfactory academic progress requirements at the end of a semester of Financial Aid Probation, or is not adhering to the requirements of an Academic Plan, will be put on Financial Aid Suspension and will not be eligible to receive aid until eligibility has been reinstated. If the student’s appeal is not approved, the student has no additional recourse. A student is limited to one appeal of Financial Aid Suspension.
Title IV Return of Funds Upon Withdrawal
If a recipient of Title IV assistance withdraws from school, a statutory schedule is used to determine the amount of Title IV funds a student has earned as of the date he or she ceases attendance. The amount of Title IV program assistance earned is based on the amount of time the student spent in academic attendance. The unearned portion of the Title IV funds must be returned. These programs include the Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG, Federal Stafford Loans (subsidized and unsubsidized), and Federal PLUS Loans. If a student enrolls but never begins classes, all aid would be refunded to the source. If the student begins attending classes, but leaves before completing the term, some aid may be able to be retained, based on the refund calculation set forth by the Department of Education. If a student receives federal student aid and withdraws from school, some of that money may have to be returned to the source. Even if the student does not complete his/her coursework, he/she will have to repay any loan funds received, minus any loan funds that the school returns to the lender. The student will also be responsible for paying any school charges that were previously paid by aid and have now become a debit because of aid returned. When a student withdraws from the College, it is necessary to review his/her account in order to post any necessary tuition reductions, calculate necessary Title IV refunds, and clear any remaining credit or debit balance. In addition, NSLDS must be updated and loan exit paperwork mailed to the student if applicable. Title IV Return of Funds Procedures The following steps should be completed for a withdrawn student: 1. The Financial Aid Office will receive a copy of the Withdrawal Form from the Registrar’s Office once it has been completed. The form will verify that the student has withdrawn and will give the official date of withdrawal. 2. The Business Office will post any necessary tuition and fees reductions to the student’s account in Populi. Credit for tuition and room charges are as follows: a. 90% during 1st week b. 80% during 2nd week c. 70% during 3rd week d. 60% during 4th week 36—Financial Aid
e. 50% during 5th week f. And no credit or refund for tuition and room after the 5th week 3. The Financial Aid Office will use the Department of Education’s Return of Title IV Worksheet to calculate the Return of Title IV Aid for the student. 4. The Financial Aid Office will proceed with the student’s aid based on the Return of Title IV Aid Formula Calculation. The number of days attended divided by the number of days in the enrollment period determines the percentage of aid earned, calculated as follows:
Percentage of aid earned (%) = Calendar days completed (DC) divided by Calendar days in the enrollment period (CD). [DC/CD=%]
After the 60% point, the student is assumed to have earned 100% of the aid. After calculating the amount the student has earned, there are three possibilities:
a. The amount disbursed = the amount earned. No further action necessary b. The amount disbursed > the amount earned. The unearned portion must be returned to the appropriate fund source, and in the order specified below: i. Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans ii. Subsidized Federal Direct Loans iii. Federal Direct PLUS Loans iv. Federal Pell Grants v. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants vi. Other Title IV Programs c. The amount disbursed < the amount earned. The student may elect to receive a post-withdrawal disbursement from the appropriate source. 5. The Financial Aid Office will process any return of unearned aid within 45 days from the date the school determines the student withdrew. Returning Unearned Funds The responsibility to repay unearned Title IV aid is shared by Welch College and the student. For example, the calculation may require Welch College to return a portion of Federal funds to the Federal Title IV programs. In addition, the student may also be required to return funds based on the calculation. A student returns funds to the Federal Stafford Loan programs based on the terms and conditions of the promissory note of the loan. A student who receives a Federal Pell Grant may be required to repay 50% of the funds received. The return of Federal aid is in the following order: Unsubsidized Federal Stafford loans, Subsidized Federal Stafford loans, Federal Perkins loans, Federal PLUS (Parent) loans, Federal Pell Grants, and Federal SEOG (Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant). Students who owe funds to a grant program are required to make payment of those funds within 45 days of being notified that they owe this overpayment. During the 45-day period students will remain eligible for Title IV funds. If no positive action is taken by the student within 45 days of being notified, Welch College will notify the U.S. Department of Education of the student’s overpayment situation. The student will no longer be eligible for Title IV funds until he/she enters into a satisfactory repayment Financial Aid—37
agreement with the U.S. Department of Education. During the 45-day period, the student can make full payment to Welch College of the overpayment. The College will forward the payment to the U.S. Department of Education, and the student will remain eligible for Title IV funds. If a student is unable to pay his/her overpayment in full, he/she can set up a repayment plan with the U.S. Department of Education. Before doing this please contact the Welch College Financial Aid Office. Students must make sure Welch FAO has referred their situation to the U.S. Department of Education before any repayment plan can be set up.
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Academic Standards Registration
Each student should complete registration on the days designated for this purpose. Those who fail to do so will be charged a late registration fee of $75. No student may register later than 10 days after classes begin. Admission to class is not final until the student has completed registration and satisfied the Treasurer’s Office. Credit will not be given for any course in which the student was not properly registered. Students will have five class days to make any class changes without penalty (ADP and Lifetime Learning students should refer to the appropriate sections of the Catalog). When it is necessary to make a schedule change within this time, the student must follow the procedure prescribed by the Registrar. There is a $5 change fee per course for any adjustment in the original student schedule.
Grading System Grade with explanation
Quality points per hour
A—(93-100)—Superior
4
B—(85-92)—Above average
3
C—(77-84)—Average
2
D—(70-76)—Below average
1
F—(Under 70)—Failure
0
W—Withdrew
0
WP—Withdrew Passing
0
WF—Withdrew Failing
0
X—Audit
0
I—Incomplete
0
If a student withdraws from a course while passing or failing, but before midterm, a grade of W will be given. If a student withdraws from a course while passing after midterm, a grade of WP will be assigned. If a student withdraws from a course while failing after midterm, a grade of WF will be assigned. In every case, a grade of WF will be given when a student willfully abandons a course, unofficially drops a course, or unofficially withdraws from school (also see Withdrawals, p. 43). The grade W is given when a student officially withdraws from Welch College. The grade I (Incomplete) means that a part of the semester’s work is unsatisfactory or unfinished for acceptable reasons. Any course with a grade of Incomplete (I) must be completed within eight weeks from the last day of the semester during which the I or NR was awarded. If not completed in that time frame, the grade will be assigned as a grade of F. Any grade of I or WF will be counted in the g.p.a. as an F. Academic Standards—39
Notification of Grades
Grades are available via the student’s personal, secure, digital information managment portal within three working days of the end of midterm and semester exams. Any time a grade change is made on a transcript, this is visible to both the student and the advisor on the digital information management portal. Transcripts and degree audits are available to advisors before the beginning of each semester, and all students must obtain their advisor’s written permission to register, change a schedule, or change his/her program. Senior students are furnished marked copies of transcripts and degree audits during the summer preceding their senior year, as well as on a number of other occasions during their senior year. All students have access to their transcripts and degree audits during each registration. All students have access to unofficial student transcripts and/or degree audits via their personal, secure digital information management portal or upon request from the Registrar's Office. As provided under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), students may request an appointment to review their records. Parents or other guardians are furnished copies of dependent student report cards only as provided under FERPA and on student request. As provided under FERPA, parents may request an appointment to review their dependent child’s records. Students may also arrange for parents and guardians to view their records via digital means.
Grade Change
Any student who has a question regarding a grade should contact the facultymember-of-record immediately. If this results in a grade change, the faculty member should notify the Registrar at once. In the event the student and faculty member are unable to resolve the question, the student may submit a written appeal to the Registrar.
Appeals Regarding Grades
Students may register an appeal regarding any grade(s). This should be done in writing and addressed to the Registrar. To be processed, the appeal must be received in the Registrar’s Office within 10 days after the last day of the semester during which the class was taught. The Registrar, Provost, faculty-member-of-record, and one other faculty member will form the appeals committee. The student may appear before the committee at his/her discretion.
Classification of Students
Freshman: An enrolled student with 0-23 hours of credit. Sophomore: One with 24-57 hours of credit. Junior: One with 58-91 hours of credit. Senior: One with at least 92 hours of credit and otherwise reasonable prospect for graduation at the end of the academic year.
Note: Students are not generally reclassified during the academic year; an exception is made to classify a student as a senior if he/she will graduate at the end of the year.
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Special and Part-Time Students
The College may admit a limited number of students who are neither candidates for a degree nor do they meet the minimum requirements for admission as regular students. Students who do not have a high school diploma or equivalency can be enrolled only under this classification and may not exceed seven percent full-time enrollment (FTE) of the general student population FTE. The term “part-time” is used to indicate all students who enroll in fewer than 12 hours whether or not they are degree-seeking. It also includes those (although otherwise eligible for degree candidacy) who have been formally permitted to take a limited number or special selection of degree-credit courses or courses in a postbaccalaureate program without regard to normal degree requirements. Auditing students are counted separately for the purposes of reporting to some accrediting and other agencies. Dual enrollment students are also counted separately.
Post-Baccalaureate Students
Students who have an appropriate degree from a regionally accredited institution but who are returning to complete teacher education licensure requirements are classified as post-baccalaureate students. These students must meet all the requirements specified by the Tennessee State Department of Education for licensure application. All requirements of the Welch College Teacher Education Department for application to enter, continue in, or complete a teacher education program leading to recommendation for licensure must be met as well.
Academic Load, Probation, and Appeals
A normal load is about 16 hours of class work per week. Some students, especially those who must work a number of hours, will need to reduce their loads. No student whose academic standing was lower than a 3.00 grade-point average (g.p.a.) the previous semester may register for more than 17 semester hours. No student will be permitted to take more than 23 hours in a semester. Many students should consider the possibility of spending five years at Welch College to complete their programs of study—especially married students, others with heavy work schedules, and those whose program requires over 128 hours. The College follows a formal probationary system, outlined as follows:
At the end of the semester in which student has tried this total number of hours...
...his/her grade-point ...And his/her gradeaverage must be point average must at least this much be at least this to remain much to avoid in school... probation...
0-17 18-30 31-45 46-60 61-75 76 up
—— 1.25 1.25 1.50 1.75 2.00
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There are two exceptions. (1) Usually, academic ineligibility rulings are made only once each year, during the summer, and so apply only to the fall semester; and (2) any student making a C average in a given semester will be allowed another semester of eligibility even though the above standards are not otherwise met. While on probation, the student may not take more than 12 hours. The standard for probation and satisfactory progress for two-year programs is slightly different, since the student must meet the minimum grade-point average for graduation earlier than the bachelor’s degree candidate. In two-year programs, the student must have a minimum grade-point average of 1.00 by the time he/she has completed 24 hours, 1.30 when 36 hours have been completed, and 2.00 when 60 hours have been completed.
Appeals of Suspension
Students may register an appeal regarding academic ineligibility. This should be done in writing and addressed to the Provost within 10 days after the end of the semester contributing to the suspension. A student is limited to one appeal of academic suspension.
Readmission After Academic Suspension
Following a semester of scholastic suspension, a student must request and complete a readmission packet. This should be returned to the Enrollment Management Office. Upon readmission following academic suspension, a student must show significant academic progress and achieve at least a C (2.0 g.p.a.) average overall within the first semester back on campus. Failure to achieve this will mean that the student will be ineligible to enroll for a second semester with no appeal being available.
Attendance Regulations
Attendance and punctuality are required at all regular classes, chapel, rehearsals, and Christian service assignments. All students are required to attend baccalaureate and commencement exercises. When a student is absent for any reason, he/she must follow the prescribed procedure for determining whether the absence is excusable or be subject to the required penalties. When a student’s absences approach three weeks, the Registrar will contact him/ her to determine if he/she intends to continue the class. If no response is received, the class will be declared abandoned after exceeding three weeks of absences. In any event, the grade awarded will be an F once absences exceed the equivalent of three weeks. As required, the College will notify appropriate agencies. Class attendance policies and appeals procedures are found in the Student Handbook which is distributed to each student at the beginning of the school year or at the time of enrollment for the Adult Degree Program, Lifetime Learning, second semester, and summer school.
Withdrawals
(also see Financial Information and Grading System) The process of withdrawing from a course, and from school, begins with the Registrar’s Office. 42—Academic Standards
Before taking midterm exams, all course withdrawals will show as W on the student’s transcript. After midterm exams, those withdrawing from a course with a passing grade will be shown as WP, those with a failing grade as WF (note page 39). Withdrawal from school will be addressed as W. In order to withdraw from college, the student must obtain a withdrawal form from the Registrar’s Office. The form must be properly filled out and signed by the Dean of Students. Otherwise, the grades for that semester will be F. Any credit or refunds will be based on the date of official written withdrawal from school as received in the Registrar’s Office regardless of the date on the withdrawal form. Merely ceasing to attend classes does not constitute official withdrawal. Students who pre-register must follow the official withdrawal process to avoid being charged for all classes for which they enroll. Withdrawal must take place before the fifth day of classes during normal semesters. Withdrawal from ADP, Online courses, and Lifetime Learning will follow the schedule in those particular catalogs. Withdrawal from summer school must take place by the end of the second day of class. Any student who is out of college for a semester for any reason must request and complete a readmission packet. This is to be returned to the Enrollment Management Office.
Repeat Courses
When a student improves a final grade by repeating a course taken at Welch College, honor points and credit will be awarded as though the course had been taken only the second time. Both the initial and the repeated courses must be taken at Welch College. No application is made under this rule for courses taken at other schools or for substitute courses taken at Welch College.
Student Honors
President’s List: Any full-time student who has all A’s will be placed on the President’s List. Provost’s List: Any full-time student who makes a B average or higher, with all work complete and no grade lower than B, will be placed on the Provost’s List. Graduation with Honors: Bachelor’s degrees may be awarded with honors, as follows, according to their overall grade-point average (g.p.a.): cum laude, 3.25; magna cum laude, 3.50; summa cum laude, 3.75. The Lumen Medal: This is awarded annually to the editor of the Welch College yearbook. The Outstanding Student Medal: The faculty selects a deserving student considering attitude, influence, leadership, initiative, spiritual life, social life, neatness, dependability, and cooperation to receive this award. The name of the student selected for this honor each year is placed on a plaque maintained for that purpose. Delta Epsilon Chi Honor Society: Each year a few seniors qualify for election to the honor society founded by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, the honor typically going to students with the highest academic average. The Greek letters signify “Approved in Christ.” Class Scholarship Medals: The outstanding scholar in each of three lower level classes as well as to the nongraduating and graduating senior receive these awards. Academic Standards—43
Best All-Around Students: The students elect from their number one gentleman and one lady whom they deem “Best All-Around.” Other Awards and Scholarships: These are made during Awards Day exercises on the day before graduation.
ROTC: Cross-Enrollment
Welch College offers its students the opportunity to participate in Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) programs leading to officer commission in the U.S. Military Service. These programs are offered through cross-enrollment in local colleges.
Army ROTC Program
Army ROTC is available by cross-enrollment with Vanderbilt University, which is near the Welch College campus. The program, when successfully completed, serves as a means for obtaining a commission in the U.S. Army, including Reserve or Guard units. When combined with the regular academic disciplines, the program provides the student with a broadly based knowledge of management, leadership, and technical skills. Some scholarships are available to students in the program. Those scholarships cover tuition, fees, books and uniforms, and provide a monthly stipend.
Air Force ROTC Program
Students may participate in the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) on the campus of Tennessee State University (TSU). AFROTC provides precommissioning training to college students (male and female) who desire to serve as officers in the U.S. Air Force. Students from Welch College must apply to TSU as a special student and will be allowed to participate in the program The majority of students will earn scholarships that may cover all or a significant portion of tuition costs. In addition, cadets earn a monthly stipend ranging from $250 - $400 and an annual textbook allowance of $600. Cadets are required to attend AFROTC classes, in uniform, one day per week. During the summer between the sophomore and junior year in AFROTC, cadets must attend a four-week military training session known as Field Training. The eligibility requirements for scholarships and contract entry into the program are as follows: • Must be a U.S. citizen. • Must NOT be older than the age of 30 prior to December 31 of their graduation year (with the exception of those who have prior service time and waiverable up to the age of 35). • Must meet the AF height and weight standards. • Must pass the AF Physical Fitness Test. • Must have a 2.5 cumulative college g.p.a. • Must pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT). Upon graduation, cadets will earn a commission as Second Lieutenants in the U.S. Air Force and must serve a minimum of four years on active duty. You may find detailed information about enrollment in AFROTC at http//www. afrotc.com, or you may reach the detachment admissions officer at 615-963-5931. 44—Academic Standards
Enrollment in the program is entirely voluntary and non-scholarship students incur no obligation for active military service during their freshman and sophomore years. The deadline for application is June 1 for enrollment during the fall term and November 1 for the spring term. For further information about the program, address inquiries to the Welch College Registrar’s Office.
Privacy, Release of Information
Welch College is subject to the provisions of the federal law known as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). This Act guarantees students, parents, and guardians access to certain educational records, and restricts the College in the area of release and disclosure of those records to third parties. The College releases no information to third parties except as noted below or upon receipt of an original signed request by the student. The College accords all the rights under the law to students who are declared independent. The Act provides that information may be released to personnel within the institution, officials of other institutions at which the student wishes to enroll, persons or organizations providing student financial aid, accrediting agencies carrying out their function in compliance with a judicial order, and persons in an emergency in order to protect the health and safety of students or others. At its discretion, and as appropriate, Welch College may provide directory information to approved agencies in accordance with the provisions of the Act to include name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major field of study, dates of attendance, and any other similar information. Any student who does not wish disclosure of directory information should notify the Registrar in writing, specifying what information he wants withheld. This request will remain in effect as long as the student is enrolled or until he/she files a written request to discontinue it. A copy of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act is available in the Registrar’s Office. Find additional information at www.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ ferpa/index.html.
Permission for Release of Student Records
No release of student records or verification of attendance and grades will be made except as provided above or upon receipt of an original signed request by the student or a fax containing an original signature and upon receipt of appropriate fees. Release forms may be found on the College website, www.welch.edu/transcript-request. These should be forwarded to the Registrar's attention. Emails and telephone requests will not be honored.
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Graduation Requirements: A Summary 1. Satisfactory Completion of All Courses in Declared Program of Studies All courses in the student's declared program of studies must be satisfactorily completed in order for a student to be considered for the awarding of the degree. Students with outstanding coursework or incomplete courses will not be approved to participate in Commencement, and degrees will not be awarded until all coursework is satisfactorily completed. The College seeks Christian students who are serious about pursuing academic excellence and doing the will of God. Graduates of the College must have developed in good measure the College's general objectives, which include spiritual, moral, ethical, and attitudinal objectives (see page 8), in order to satisfactorily complete their program of studies. 2. Faculty Approval/Recommendation The faculty will make the final determination as to whether or not to recommend the awarding of any degree to any student. All prospective graduates must be approved by the faculty. This decision is made by the faculty near the end of the spring term prior to Commencement. The faculty's recommendation is presented to the President prior to his granting the degree at Commencement. Note: No candidate will be recommended for any degree or diploma who possesses personal qualities that might render him unacceptable as a Christian leader in his/her community or that might reflect discredit upon the College were he/she was granted a degree. The College reserves to itself, after careful consideration, the sole and final right to determine this without respect of any curricular requirements. 3. Minimum Degree Hours All Associate of Arts and Associate of Science programs require a minimum of 62 hours or more. All bachelor's degrees require a minimum of 124 hours; most require more. The student should review the degree requirements listed in the departmental sections of the Catalog. 4. Transfer Credit and Transfer Transcripts Students who have taken courses at other properly accredited and approved institutions must request an official transcript from that institution be sent to the Welch College Registrar. The transcript must be received by the Welch College Registrar on or before the deadline for senior transcripts and grades listed in the Welch College Catalog. Courses for which documentation of satisfactory completion at a CHEA-recognized, accredited institution is not received by the deadline will be considered incomplete, and the student will not be able to participate in Commencement exercises. Students who want to take courses at other institutions to be applied to their Welch College program of studies must have the course(s) and institutions approved in advance. The application of courses not taken in residence to meet degree requirements is subject to the department faculty administering the student's program, and subject to the Registrar's approval.
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5. Residency Requirements Two-thirds of any major must be completed in residence at Welch College. No more than 12 of the final 60 hours of a baccalaureate degree program may be taken other than in residence. (Equivalency to this standard is required for all associate degrees.) 6. Minimum GPA Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA in the Bible major and overall. Some programs require a higher GPA in the major (currently TE licensure requires 2.5; Missions requires 2.5 in Bible major as well as the Missions major). Check the College Catalog for all applicable GPA requirements in your program of studies. 7. Christian Service and Chapel Requirements Students must have a minimum of one Christian Service unit for each semester he/she has been on campus up to a total of eight units. Students must also maintain Satisfactory Chapel attendance for each semester of enrollment. 8. Meeting Financial Obligations to the College Students with outstanding financial obligations will not be eligible to participate in Commencement exercises. The College strives to work with students who demonstrate good faith efforts in this area but arrangements to meet financial obligations must be made before participation in Commencement is approved. 9. Participation in Commencement Exercises and Issuance of Diplomas In some instances graduates may not be required to participate in Commencement. Those who choose not to participate in Commencement must provide appropriate evidence supporting a need to be excused and notify the Provost of this in writing at least three weeks before Commencement. The College reserves the right to exclude from Commencement exercises students who have holds on their accounts due to unresolved financial, Student Services, or other issues. Diplomas will not be issued to students who have remaining unresolved financial, Student Services, or other issues. 10. Length of Time Necessary to Complete Degree Programs The College does not gaurantee completion of a degree program within a particular time frame. For the most part, degrees can be completed in four years, with the exceptions of some teacher education degrees, which may take five years, and the B.M.E. degree. Personal scheduling of the courses by the student or requirements of some degree programs may mean that the student will have to engage in regular academic studies for longer than four years.
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What Do You Want to Be? As indicated in its Statement of Institutional Purpose (page 7), Welch College offers programs to prepare students for various vocations, whether in professional ministries or as laity. Here are some of the possibilities. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR: B.S. in Business Administration (page 77). BIVOCATIONAL MINISTRY/LOCAL CHURCH MINISTRY: A.S. in Ministry (page 67); The Online Associate of Science degree program in Ministry is designed for adults involved in ministry in the local church. Students may earn the A.S. entirely online. COACH/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR/RECREATIONAL OR ORGANIZATIONAL ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR: B.S., Major in Physical Education (page 83); B.S., Major in Exercise Science (page 84); B.S., Major in Exercise Science with an emphais in Recreation Leadership (page 85); B.S., Major in Exercise Science with an emphasis in sports management (page 86). DOCTOR/DENTIST/PHARMACIST/VETERINARIAN: If you are interested in medical, dental, pharmacy, or veterinary school, or related training for physical therapy and optometry, see information about biology program (pages 74, 76). NURSE: A.S. in Biology (page 75); Pre-nursing and preparation for the 2+2 Partners in Nursing program with Belmont University leading to the B.S.N. LAWYER: If you are interested in law school, see the information about pre-law programs (pages 87, 89). MILITARY OFFICER: Two ROTC (Army or Air Force) programs by cross-enrollment at Vanderbilt University or Tennessee State University (page 44). MINISTER OF MUSIC: B.S., Worship Ministry (page 96); or B.S., Major in Music (page 95). MINISTER OF YOUTH AND FAMILY: B.A. or B.S, Major in Theological Studies, Youth and Family Ministry Track (pages 64, 65). MISSIONARY: B.A., Major in Biblical and Ministry Studies, International Cultural Studies Track (page 69). MUSICIAN/CHURCH MUSICIAN: B.S., Major in Music (page 95); or B.S., Major in Worship Ministry (page 96). PASTOR, EVANGELIST, CHURCH PLANTER: B.A. or B.S., Major in Theological Studies, Pastoral Ministry Track (pages 63-64), B.S., Major in General Christian Ministries (page 66). PSYCHOLOGIST/COUNSELOR: B.S., Major in Psychology (page 90); or B.A., Minor in Psychology (to prepare to pursue a master’s degree in the field, page 91). TEACHER/CHILD CARE SPECIALIST: Major in Child Development and Learning (grades K-6, page 109), Major in English (grades 7-12, pages 81, 111), Major in Biblical Studies (grades 7-12, pages 62, 111), Major in Physical Education (K-12, pages 83, 113), Major in Early Childhood (grades PreK-3, page 106), Major in Biology Education (grades 7-12, pages 73, 111) A.S. in Early Childhood (page 107), Major in History (grades 7-12, pages 87, 112), or Bachelor of Music Education (K-12, pages 98, 112).
There is more. While most of these programs are intended to prepare one for a specific vocation or graduate studies, there are other programs not so designed, including an Associate of Arts degree for those who need to transfer to another college to pursue a field of study not offered here. See page 51 for a list of all the possibilities.
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Programs of Study
Here is a list of the various organized programs of study offered at Welch College. Page numbers tell you where to turn to find the objectives and requirements for each program. Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Degree* Theological Studies Major Pastoral Ministry Track (page 63) Youth and Family Ministry Track (page 64) International Cultural Studies Track (page 69) Theological Studies Major minor in English (page 82) minor in History (page 89) minor in Music (page 100) minor in Psychology (page 91) minor in Youth and Family Ministry (page 66) Theological Studies Major and Combination Emphases (page 70) English Major (page 80) History Major (page 87) *The College requires all 12 hours of language in B.A. programs to be taken in the same language. Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree Theological Studies Major General Christian Ministries Track (page 66) Pastoral Ministry Track (page 64) Youth and Family Ministry Track (page 65) Theological Studies Major, Bible teaching licensure (page 62) Biology Major (page 74) Biology Education Major, teaching licensure, pre-medical courses (page 73) Business Administration Major (page 77) MBA Preparation (page 78) International Business (page 78) Child Development and Learning (page 109) Worship Ministry Major (page 96)†
Combination Majors (page 70) Early Childhood Major, teaching licensure (page 106) Early Childhood Major, non-teaching (page 106) English Major, teaching licensure (page 81) Exercise Science Major (P.E.), non-teaching (page 84) Exercise Science Major (P.E.), recreation leadership emphasis (page 85), sports management emphasis (page 86) History Major, teaching licensure (page 89) Music Major, performance emphasis (page 95) Physical Education Major, teaching licensure (page 83) Psychology Major (page 90) Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) Degree Music Education Major, teaching licensure (page 98) Associate’s Degrees Associate of Arts Degree (page 92) Associate of Science in Biology Degree - prenursing degree (page 75) Associate of Science in Business Degree (page 79) Associate of Science in Early Childhood Degree (page 107) Associate of Science in Ministry - online degree (page 67) Evangelical Training Association (ETA) Diploma (page 61) †Pending Accreditation Association Approval
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Minimum Program Hours
All Associate of Arts programs require a minimum of 63 hours or more; Associate of Science programs require a minimum of 62 hours or more. All bachelor’s degrees require a minimum of 124 hours; most require more. The student should review the degree requirements listed in the departmental sections of the Catalog.
Departments of Study
Courses are grouped in four broad subject-matter areas that provide the basis for departments of study. Most of the rest of this Catalog will describe these departments and define the programs of study and courses offered under the supervision of each department. Courses are identified by prefix (e.g., BIB for Bible, ENG for English, PSY for Psychology, etc.) and by increasing levels of difficulty (e.g., 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000). Courses numbered at the 1000 level are offered primarily for freshmen, 2000 for sophomores, 3000 for juniors, and 4000 for seniors. Students are not generally permitted to take courses more than one level above their academic classification. Identification in the course description as to when the course is offered refers to the chronological year, not the school year. For example, “spring semester, even year” indicates the second semester (January-May) of the calendar years ending in even numbers (e.g., 2014, 2016, and 2018, etc.). The four departments are as follows:
THE DEPARTMENT OF THEOLOGICAL STUDIES, page 58. THE DEPARTMENT OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, page 71. THE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC, page 93. THE DEPARTMENT OF TEACHER EDUCATION, page 101.
In addition, the College maintains a Department of Adult Studies, including the Online degree programs, Lifetime Learning courses, and an Adult Degree Program for those who wish to take courses by alternative means (pages 114-123). The College does not guarantee completion of a degree program within a particular time frame. For the most part, degrees can be completed in four years, with the exceptions of some teacher education degrees, which usually take five years, and the B.M.E. degree. Personal scheduling of courses by the student or requirements of some degree programs may mean that the student will have to engage in regular academic studies for longer than four years. Note: No candidate will be recommended for any degree or diploma who possesses personal qualities that might render him unacceptable as a Christian leader in his community or that might reflect discredit upon the College were he granted a degree. The College reserves to itself, after careful consideration, the sole and final right to determine this without respect of any curricular requirements.
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Welch Library
The College's Welch Library provides all students with access to services and a total collection of over 100,000 volumes, including the library's general collection, print journals, numerous databases such as JSTOR, ATLA, and the Tennessee Electronic Library, e-books, the Free Will Baptist Historical Collection, curriculum lab, music collection, and other materials. For further information see the library website at http://welchlibrary.wordpress.com. The Welch Library Handbook may be accessed through the library website link. An inclusive Information Literacy Plan is incorporated throughout all programs of study at Welch College. The objectives of the Welch Library are: (1)to support the curriculum with information and services; (2)to provide resources for studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; independent learning; (3)to provide for some of the research and professional growth of the faculty; and (4)to equip students for life-long learning. For more information about the Welch Library, contact Carol Reid, Librarian, at creid@welch.edu or (615)844-5274.
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The Welch College Core WELCH COLLEGE GENERAL EDUCATION OBJECTIVES AND CORE COURSES The Welch College Core is a general education core curriculum designed by the faculty to integrate the Christian worldview across the curriculum. The striving for a unified worldview extends back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. The Greeks believed that there was some basic knowledge that all people should know if they were going to become “philosophers” (“lovers of wisdom”). They called this knowledge enkuklios paideia or “the rounded education” (the origin of our term “encyclopedia”). This “rounded knowledge” included language, literature, and the arts, as well as mathematics and the sciences. Later, the Romans called these subjects the artes liberales (“the liberal arts”), perhaps implying that such knowledge is appropriate for a liber, a free man or citizen who could take part in the debate in the public square. With the spread of the Christian Gospel, theology and the study of the Scriptures became part of the liberal arts and sciences as well. The schools that arose in Europe in the late Middle Ages were called “universities” precisely because they aimed to expose their students to the universitas or “the whole” of Christian learning. Welch College follows in this noble Christian tradition of higher education. We want to help our students see the whole of life from a Christian perspective, what we often call the Christian worldview. The Welch College Core is our version of those basic studies that our students will need in order to think deeply and Christianly about life and culture. Critical Thinking and Communication 1. All students will develop a capacity for critical thinking and the ability to communicate their ideas effectively to others. Students will demonstrate success in developing such competencies by a. Expressing ideas effectively in writing and speaking, utilizing traditional principles of grammar, rhetoric and logic, in communication to people across cultures, b. Exercising critical judgment in listening and reading, employing discernment, critical thinking, and interpretive skills in the acquisition of knowledge from diverse and interdisciplinary perspectives, c. Utilizing analysis and synthesis, planning and action, and assessment and evaluation to engage in problem-solving. The Great Tradition 2. All students will develop an appreciation for and understanding of the foundational intellectual and literary traditions of the Western and Christian traditions. 54—The Welch College Core
Students will demonstrate success in developing such competencies by a. Having a broad knowledge of the intellectual and cultural inheritance of Western civilization and articulate its relationship with the Christian tradition toward a Biblical philosophy of life and history, b. Understanding the essentials of the Christian tradition, integrating a basic knowledge of the Free Will Baptist tradition, AND relating both to contemporary faith, practice, and culture; as well as comprehending the importance of heritage and the value of intergenerational faithfulness in the home, church, and culture, c. Understanding the great ideas of human history as seen in the Western literary and philosophical traditions in light of the principles of Scripture and the Judeo Christian tradition, ascertaining their importance for interpreting the contem porary world and demonstrating the rationality of Christian faith, d. Understanding the basic principles of American government, political and religious liberty, and economy, as exemplified in the founding era and its foun dational texts. The Arts and Culture 3. All students will develop an appreciation of and Christian perspective on the arts and culture. Students will demonstrate success in developing such competencies by a. Gaining exposure to broad aesthetic experiences by means of the masterpieces of literature, the arts, and drama; learning basic principles for evaluating these experiences by Christian standards of truth, goodness, and beauty; and grappling with the ideas embodied in the arts and applying Christian analysis and dis cern ment to culture, including popular culture, b. Gaining exposure to the great tradition of music, understanding its role in cul ture, society, and Christian worship, and developing rudimentary musical knowl edge and skill so as to be able to participate in community and church music programs. Humanity and the Human Environment 4. All students will develop a broad, holistic view of humanity and the human environment that is understood by scientific perspectives as informed by the Christian worldview. Students will demonstrate success in developing such competencies by a. Being able to justify Christian moral and ethical decisions shaped by the commands and principles of Scripture and informed by the wisdom of the clas sical, Hebrew, and Christian traditions, b. Understanding the forces that shape global society and being able to form meaningful conclusions regarding the applications of Christian ethics to the hu man family as divine image bearers, in both private and public spheres, c. Understanding the principles of physical and mental health, and exercising Christian regard for a healthy mind and body, d. Understanding and using basic mathematical and scientific principles, especially as they relate directly to the human environment, obtaining a Christian perspective The Welch College Core â&#x20AC;&#x201D;55
on the benefits and limits of science and technology, e. Gaining a broad comprehension of how to understand and relate ethically and constructively to oneself and other people through the lenses of the Bible, the Christian tradition, and the behavioral sciences, f. Understanding the principles of the Bible, the Christian tradition, and the be havioral sciences regarding dynamics that produce a healthy Christian marriage and home life, including the rearing of psychologically and spiritually healthy children. Leadership 5. All graduates will learn basic theoretical principles of leadership and develop the practical ability to implement such principles in their own lives and communities. Students will demonstrate success in developing such competencies by a. Comprehending the principles of sound personal management of time, abilities, and finances and relating them to effective Christian leadership and stewardship, b. Supporting and defending effective, basic principles of servant-leadership, including a commitment to continual spiritual, social, and intellectual develop ment in the context of the family, the church, and the world, c. Manifesting Christian personal and professional cultural sensibilities in refine ment and social skills.
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GENERAL EDUCATION CORE COURSES BIO 1001. Systems in Biological Science and BIO 1011 Systems in Biological Science Lab (4) (required for traditional students) ENG 1011, 1022. English Grammar, Usage, and Composition I, II (3, 3) ENG 2111, 2122. Masterpieces of World Literature I, II (3, 3) International Language (12) (for B.A. only) HIS 1011, 1022. History of Western Civilization I, II (3, 3) IDS 1001. Leadership and Calling: Personal Development (2) (Interdisciplinary Studies) IDS 2001. Leadership and Calling: Leadership Principles (2) IDS 1902. Christianity, Culture, and Worldview: Introduction I (2) (spring freshman year) IDS 3101. Christianity, Culture, and Worldview: Intermediate (2) (fall junior year) IDS 4101. Christianity, Culture, and Worldview: Capstone (2) (fall senior year) MAT 1101. College Algebra (3) MUS 1002. Music Introduction and Appreciation (3) PHE 2100. Lifetime Fitness (2) PHE Activity Course (1) PHL 3602. Christian Philosophy (3) SCI 2204. Physical Science Survey and SCI 2214 Physical Science Lab (4) (required for online students) SSC 3101. Marriage and Family (3) SPE 1000. Fundamentals of Speech (3) *** The courses IDS 1902,3101, and 4101/or PHL 3602 appear in the General Education Core (page 57), Thirty-hour Bible Cour (page 59), and/or Welch College Ministry Core (page 60). If courses appear in multiple program coures, the credit hours will apply only once in a given degree program. Depending on which of the three preceding cores a degree program counts these courses, corresponding eleective hours may be necessary in one of the other cores. The Welch College Core â&#x20AC;&#x201D;57
Theological Studies
Chairman: Kevin Hester, Ph.D.
Faculty:
Matthew Bracey, M.T.S., J.D. Ron Callaway, M.Div. F. Leroy Forlines, Th.M. (professor emeritus) Matthew McAffee, M.Div. John Murray, M.A. Matthew Pinson, Ed.D. Barry Raper, D. Min. Chris Talbot, M.A. Randall Corn, M.Div. (adjunct) Richard Hendrix, D.Min. (adjunct) Jeff Manning, D.Min. (adjunct) Terry Forrest, M.S. (professor-in-retirement) Stanley Outlaw, Ph.D. (professor-in-retirement)
The College’s mission as a Bible College requires both that the entire curriculum be Bible-centered and that every student receive courses in Bible and Christian doctrine- enough to ensure a dependable and comprehensive knowledge of them. Underlying this is the confidence that the Bible is the Word of God and speaks with complete trustworthiness about the nature of man and the universe, and about the meaning of human history and life. That being the case, a person is best educated who has a basic knowledge of the Bible’s teachings. The College’s mission also includes preparing students for employment in full-time Christian ministries. Included in this category are such offices as pastor, missionary, youth and family minister, evangelist, or church planter. The Department of Theological Studies offers programs of study that fulfill these two basic commitments. That Bible and ministry are linked together in one department implies: (1) that mastery of the Bible is the most important preparation for any ministry, professional or lay; (2) that the Biblical and ministry areas must directly inform each other; and (3) that all students at Welch College, regardless of vocational intention, are being prepared for professional or lay ministry. Every bachelor’s degree program, therefore, includes a major in this area. This typically appears in either of two forms: (1) a major in Theological Studies, for one of the ministry areas; or (2) a major in Theological Studies, required in other programs. Both are described below.
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The Welch College Bible Cores Theological Studies: Objectives for All Programs
Every program of study includes a concentration in Biblical and doctrinal studies. The objectives of this emphasis are essential to the College's very reason for existence. Any graduate of the College should therefore be able to: (1) demonstrate a general and comprehensive knowledge of the Bible as a whole and in its major parts;
(2) interpret the Bible consistently and persuasively according to sound hermeneutical principles;
(3) apply Biblical truth in the formation of his or her own character in a manner consistent with a Christian worldview; and
(4) use the Bible effectively in the particular ministry for which he or she prepares for, or as a Christian layperson in more general Christian service.
Thirty-hour Bible Core (non-ministry majors)
For the accomplishment of the objectives listed above, the following 30 hours are required for all baccalaureate programs at Welch College (minimum 2.0 g.p.a. required for graduation), except for those included in the majors in Theological Studies ("Major in Theological Studies" below):
BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2
BIB 1011 Old Testament Survey: Law and History, 3
BIB 1031 New Testament Survey: Epistles and Revelation, 3
BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2
BIB 2032 Old Testament Survey: Poetry and Prophecy, 2
BIB 2062 New Testament Survey: Gospels and Acts, 2
THE 3602 Bible Doctrines, 3 (THE 2061, 2062 required in programs prior to 2014-15)
BIB 4000 Electives, 4
PHL 3602 Christian Philosophy, 3
IDS 1902, 3101, 4101 Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 6 *** The courses IDS 1902,3101, and 4101/or PHL 3602 appear in the General Education Core (page 57), Thirty-hour Bible Cour (page 59), and/or Welch College Ministry Core (page 60). If courses appear in multiple program coures, the credit hours will apply only once in a given degree program. Depending on which of the three preceding cores a degree program counts these courses, corresponding eleective hours may be necessary in one of the other cores. Department of Theological Studiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;59
Thirty-seven-hour Major in Theological Studies (ministry majors)
For the accomplishment of the objectives listed above, the following 37 hours are required for all baccalaureate programs in Ministry at Welch College (minimum 2.0 g.p.a. required for graduation; ICS majors - 2.5 g.p.a. required):
BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2
BIB 1011 Old Testament Survey: Law and History, 3
BIB 1031 New Testament Survey: Epistles and Revelation, 3
BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2
BIB 2032 Old Testament Survey: Poetry and Prophecy, 2
BIB 2062 New Testament Survey: Gospels and Acts, 2
BIB 2601 Biblical Interpretation, 3
THE 3251 Systematic Theology I, 2
THE 3301 Systematic Theology II, 3
THE 3402 Systematic Theology III, 3
THE 4032 Eschatology, 2 BIB/THE 3000 electives, 4 (THE 4855 may be required in this area.)
BIB/THE 4000 electives, 6 (LNG 3045 or 4026 will be counted as Bible electives in this area.)
The Welch College Ministry Core
The Ministry Core is shared between the Pastoral and Youth and Family Ministry Tracks and is meant to meet objectives related to specific vocational ministry.
MIN 101 Local Church and World Missions, 2
MIN 2336 Church Growth: Theory and Practice, 3
MIN 3011 Christian Ministry, 3
MIN 3111, 3122 Homiletics, 4
MIN 3601 Christian Counseling, 3
MIN 4253 Christian Worship, 2
IDS 1902, 3101, 4101 Christianity, Culture and Worldview: Introduction, Inter mediate, Capstone, 6 (These courses are shared with the Welch Arts and Sciences Core.) *** The courses IDS 1902,3101, and 4101/or PHL 3602 appear in the General Education Core (page 57), Thirty-hour Bible Cour (page 59), and/or Welch College Ministry Core (page 60). If courses appear in multiple program coures, the credit hours will apply only once in a given degree program. Depending on which of the three preceding cores a degree program counts these courses, corresponding eleective hours may be necessary in one of the other cores. 60â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Department of Theological Studies
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Theological Studies Programs Program Coordinator: Matthew McAffee, M.Div. Major in Theological Studies (Vocational Ministry)
The purpose of a program of study including this major is to prepare the student for a specific vocational ministry. This major may follow one of four tracks: (1) pastoral ministry, (2) missions, (3) youth and family ministry, or (4) general Christian ministries.
The Evangelical Training Association (ETA) Diploma
This diploma is provided in cooperation with the Evangelical Training Association and is granted by that association. The purpose is to recognize Bible college students prepared to train leaders in the local church. Students who complete many of the College’s bachelor’s degrees will automatically qualify for the E.T.A. diploma. These include all programs with concentrations in Pastoral Ministry, Missions, Youth and Family Ministry, or Teacher Education. Students must make application for this certificate when making application for graduation.
Preparation for Seminary or Graduate School
While most seminaries do not recommend one particular undergraduate major as best, they do have basic educational expectations. It is expected that an applicant for seminary education will have sound communication skills, a thorough knowledge of the English Bible, a broad Arts and Sciences core that includes literature, philosophy, history, science, and the social sciences. In addition, one must either have a working knowledge of Biblical languages or else acquire it upon entering seminary. Graduate schools of religion have their own individual prerequisites which must be met. Students planning to attend graduate school and pursue a degree other than one emphasizing an area in religion should make a preliminary examination of the requirements of schools they would like to attend and programs they plan to pursue. Like those who will attend a seminary, strong communication proficiency, a broad Arts and Sciences core, 36 or more semester hours in the major, and a strong g.p.a. are essential for acceptance into more reputable programs. Department faculty members are available to provide personal counsel to students who plan to continue their education beyond the baccalaureate level. If a student decides upon a particular seminary or graduate school early in the college program, his advisor can be of greater help in making course and program decisions. Most of our recent graduates who have gone on to seminary graduated with the bachelor’s degree in Theological Studies, with a second major, such as English, History, or Psychology.
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Whatever your program preference, your academic advisor will assist you in planning your educational career. Welch College is committed to helping you get the kind of education you need to serve Christ and His Church. Evangelical seminaries and graduate schools are looking for students with solid Christian character, commitment to Christian service, proven academic ability, and the study skills and work habits essential for success. We are here to help you prepare for your future.
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Theological Studies
(May be used for Secondary School Licensure) This program of study combines the College’s regular Theological Studies major with an Arts and Sciences core and a Professional Education core and has the purpose of preparing students to teach Bible at the high school level. The primary purpose in offering this program is to provide for those who plan to teach in Christian schools. It leads to licensure by the Tennessee State Department of Education to teach Bible in grades 7-12. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments (formerly National Teacher’s Examination), according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee State Department of Education. Specific objectives for this program include those stated above for Theological Studies, those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), and those stated for the common Professional Education core of all teacher education programs (page 105). Requirements: 125 hours, with a C (2.00 g.p.a.) average in the majors, the professional core, and a 2.50 g.p.a. overall (required for admission to the program, admission to student teaching, and licensure). (1) Major in Theological Studies, 37 hours (as listed on page 60); those obtaining licensure in a second area at the same time may take the 30-hour Theological Studies major). Must include THE 310 Christian Ethics. (See page 111) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 105) (plus BIB 1011-1031, 6 hours in major above): (3) Professional Education core, 32 hours: EDU 2001 Introduction to Education, 2 EDU 2102 Educational Psychology, 2 EDU 3801 The Exceptional Child, 3 EDU 3651 Instructional Technology, 2 EDU 4201 School Assessment, 2 EDU 4302 Methods and Materials of Secondary Education, 3
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Ministry Programs Program Coordinator for Ministry Studies: Barry Raper, D.Min. Bachelor of Arts Degree: Theological Studies, Pastoral Ministry Track
This program trains preachers for leadership ministry, for Free Will Baptists especially, usually as pastors, church planters, or evangelists. Specific objectives include those for Theological Studies (page 59) and those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate should also be able to: (1) articulate a Biblical theology and philosophy of church life and ministry; (2) minister Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Word effectively through preaching and teaching; (3) demonstrate competency in effective leadership and interpersonal skills; and (4) develop and direct various church ministries centered around worship, evangelism, and edification. This program may be pursued either for the B.A. or for the B.S. degree.
Requirements for the B.A.: 127 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each segment of the major. (1) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) plus: LNG 2013-2026, Beginning Koine Greek, 6, or LNG 3014-3025 Beginning Biblical Hebrew, 6 LNG 3034 Advanced Koine Greek, 3, or LNG 4013 Hebrew Exegesis, 3 (LNG 3045 Advanced Koine Greek or LNG 4026 Hebrew Exegesis are requried but will be counted in the Bible area.) (2) Theological Studies, 74 hours: (a) Bible and Theology, 37 hours (page 60) (b) Ministry Core, 23 hours (c) Pastoral Ministry, 14 hours HIS 3204 Church History, 3 PMN 3052 Pastoral Leadership, 3 PMN 4211, 4222 or PMN 4208 Pastoral Internship, 2 PMN 4602 Fundamentals of Effective Preaching, 2 PMN 3300 Current Topics in Pastoral Ministry electives, 4 (The student will select two 2-hour seminars on different topics taught by guest lecturers; courses taught by the president may be substituted for these seminars with approval of the coordinator.)
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Bachelor of Science Degree: Theological Studies, Pastoral Ministry Track
Requirements for the B.S.: 124 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each segment of the major. (1) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) plus: LNG 2013-2026, Beginning Koine Greek, 6, or LNG 3014-3025 Beginning Biblical Hebrew, 6 (2) Theological Studies, 74 hours: (a) Bible and Theology, 37 hours (page 60) (b) Ministry Core, 23 hours (c) Pastoral Ministry, 14 hours HIS 3204 Survey of Church History, 3 PMN 3052 Pastoral Leadership, 3 PMN 4208 or 4211-4222 Pastoral Internship, 2 PMN 4602 Fundamentals of Effective Preaching, 2 PMN 3300 Current Topics in Pastoral Ministry electives, 4 (The student will select two 2-hour seminars on different topics taught by guest lecturers; courses taught by the president may be substituted for these seminars with approval of the coordinator.) A Church Planting Emphasis is available within the Pastoral Ministry Track as an elective. Students who choose this emphasis will take PMN 4307 Church Planting in lieu of one of the pastoral seminars. PMN 4507 or 4517-4527 Church Planting Internship will be substituted for the regular Pastoral Internship.
Bachelor of Arts Degree: Theological Studies, Youth and Family Ministry Track
This B.A. program prepares the student for youth and family ministry in a local church as an associate pastor, or for other church-related vocations in the field of youth and family ministry. Specific objectives include those stated for Theological Studies (page 59) and those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate of this program track will be able to: (1) articulate a philosophy of youth ministry that is Biblically based and philosophically sound; (2) develop a team approach to ministry which involves the equipping of volunteers, both adult and youth, to evangelize and disciple students; (3) understand the impact that society has on the family and how this influences youth; and (4) implement sound management principles for effective ministry. Requirements for the B.A.: 128 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each segment of the major. (1) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) plus: LNG 2013-2026, Beginning Koine Greek, 6, or LNG 3014-3025 Beginning Biblical Hebrew, 6 64â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Department of Theological Studies
LNG 3034 Advanced Koine Greek, 3, or LNG 4013 Hebrew Exegesis, 3 (LNG 3045 Advanced Koine Greek or LNG 4026 Hebrew Exegesis are requried but will be counted in the Bible area.) (2) Theological Studies, 75 hours: (a) Bible and Theology, 37 hours (page 60) (b) Ministry Core, 23 (c) Youth and Family Ministry Track, 15 YFM 1003 Philosophy of Youth and Family Ministry, 2 YFM 2002 Education in the Local Church, 2 YFM 2106 Spiritual Disciplines, 2 YFM 3004 Children's Ministry, 2 YFM 3201 Apologetics and Evangelism for Students, 2 YFM 4303 Theology and Culture, 3 YFM 4508 Internship, 2
Bachelor of Science Degree: Theological Studies, Youth and Family Ministry Track
This B.S. program prepares the student for youth and family ministry in a local church as an associate pastor, or for other church-related vocations in the field of youth ministry. Specific objectives include those stated for Theological Studies (page 59) and those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate of this program track will be able to: (1) articulate a philosophy of youth ministry that is Biblically based and philosophically sound; (2) develop a team approach to ministry which involves the equipping of volunteers, both adult and youth, to evangelize and disciple students; (3) understand the impact that society has on the family and how this influences youth; and (4) implement sound management principles for effective ministry. Requirements: 128 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each segment of the major. (1) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) plus: LNG 2013-2026, Beginning Koine Greek, 6, or LNG 3014-3025 Beginning Biblical Hebrew, 6 (2) Theological Studies, 79 hours: (a) Bible and Theology, 37 hours (page 60) (b) Ministry Core, 23 (c) Youth and Family Ministry Track, 18 YFM 1003 Philosophy of Youth and Family Ministry, 2 YFM 2002 Education in the Local Church, 2 YFM 2106 Spiritual Disciplines, 2 YFM 3004 Children's Ministry, 2 YFM 3201 Apologetics and Evangelism for Students, 2 YFM 3405 Teaching Methods, 3 Department of Theological Studiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;65
YFM 4303 Theology and Culture, 3 YFM 4508 Internship, 2
Bachelor of Arts Degree: Theological Studies, Minor in Youth and Family Ministry
The student who wishes may simply major in Theological Studies and minor in Youth and Family Ministry. In this case, the objectives will include those stated for Theological Studies (page 59) and those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 5456). A minor will obviously not provide training for a specific ministry as thoroughly as the major in Theological Studies described above. The 30-hour major in Theological Studies, combined with a minor in an area of ministry studies, is not considered full professional preparation for a full-time ministry. Those who plan to be missionaries or to have a vocational Youth and Family Ministry are advised to pursue the major in the appropriate ministry area.
Requirements: 124 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each segment of the major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 41 hours (PHL3602 is counted in the Theological Studies Major) (page 57) plus: LNG Language elective, 12 (a) Youth and Family Ministry Minor, 18 YFM 1003 Philosophy of Youth and Family Ministry, 2 YFM 2002 Education in the Local Church, 2 YFM 2106 Spiritual Disciplines, 2 YFM 3004 Children's Ministry, 2 YFM 3201 Apologetics and Evangelism for Students, 2 YFM 3405 Teaching Methods, 3 YFM 4303 Theology and Culture, 3 YFM 4508 Internship, 2 (3) General Electives, 23 hours
Bachelor of Science Degree: Theological Studies, General Christian Ministries Track
This program of study is designed to prepare Christian leaders (both lay leaders and preachers) to perform various ministries within a local church context. In addition to the objectives stated for Theological Studies (page 59) and the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), the student will be able to: (1) articulate a practical Biblical theology and philosophy of life and ministry; (2) demonstrate skills in a variety of local church ministries; (3) provide leadership in a local church through teaching/preaching, planning, organizing, and overseeing programs of outreach, growth, and maturing of new believers.
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(1) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) (2) Theological Studies, 67 hours: (a) Bible and Theology, 37 hours (page 60) (b) Ministry Studies, 30 hours (IDS 1902, 3101, and 4101 are part of the Ministry Studies component) YFM 2002 Education in the Local Church, 3 MIN 1101 Local Church and World Missions, 2 MIN 3601 Christian Counseling, 3 Ministry electives, 16 selected from any ministry area: PMN, ICS, MIN, and YFM, (with at least 8 hours from courses at the 3000 level or above) (3) General electives, 13 hours (All free electives transferred from other institu tions must meet the requirements for transfer credits set forth in this Catalog.)
Associate of Science Degree: Ministry
This program is intended to provide quality, basic preparation for local church ministry, but not for further education. The primary purpose for offering this program is to support and enhance the Christian ministries of bivocational pastors and volunteer lay workers in the local church. The Associate of Science degree in Ministry is not considered to be preparation for a full-time ministry. Those who definitely plan to be full-time pastors, missionaries, or to have a vocational Youth and Family Ministry are advised to pursue a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Theological Studies. The Associate of Science degree in Ministry may be earned entirely online. In addition to meeting the specific objectives stated elsewhere for the major in Theological Studies and for the Arts and Sciences core, the graduate should be able to: (1) apply and demonstrate Biblical principles of thought and life in consistent Christian witness; (2) serve and minister effectively in a variety of local church responsibilities; and (3) support and extend the ministry of the local church in his or her community. Requirements: 63 hours, with a C average (2.00) overall and in each segment of the degree. (1) Theological Studies, 37 hours BIB 1011- 1031 Bible Survey, 6; 2032-2062 Bible Survey, 4 BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2 BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2 BIB 260 Biblical Interpretation, 3 THE 2061 Bible Doctrines, 3 MIN 2336 Church Growth: Theory and Practice, 3 SSC 3101 Marriage and the Family, 3 ICS 1102 Biblical Basis of Missions, 2 MIN 1011 Local Church and World Missions, 2 MIN 3011 Christian Ministry, 3 MIN 3111 Homiletics, 2 YFM 1003 Philosophy of Youth and Family Ministry, 2 26 hours Sciences, and (2) Arts ENG 1011-1022 Basic English Grammar, Usage and Introduction to Composition; Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Composition, 6 Department of Theological Studiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;67
HIS 1011 History of Western Civilization, 3 MUS 1002 Introduction to Music and Appreciation, 3 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness, 2 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 SPE 1000, Fundamentals of Speech, 3 IDS 1001 Leadership and Calling: Personal Development, 2 IDS 2001 Leadership and Calling: Leadership Principles, 2 IDS 1902 Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 2
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Missions Program Program Coordinator: Ron Callaway, M.Div. Bachelor of Arts Degree: Theological Studies, Missions Track
This B.A. program trains men and women for ministry as cross-cultural missionaries. Specific objectives include those stated for Theological Studies (page 59) and those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate will be able to: (1) articulate a Biblical theology and philosophy of missions that will be manifested in a methodology which will be directed at accomplishing God’s global missionary purpose; (2) comprehend, conform to, and effectively communicate God’s Word in a global context; (3) comprehend the nature, function, and history of the Church and relate this knowledge to cross-cultural church planting; and (4) meet the educational qualifications necessary to serve with Free Will Baptist International Missions or similar organizations.
Requirements: 132 or 129 hours, with a C average (2.5 g.p.a.) overall and in each segment of the major. (1) Arts and Sciences, 50 hours (page 57) plus: PSY 2001 General Psychology, 3; LNG Language elective, 12 (If either LNG 3045 or 4026 is taken the course will be credited as a 4000-level Bible course.) (2) Theological Studies, 67 hours: (a) Bible and Theology, 37 (page 60) (HIS/THE 3204 is required as part of the Bible major) (b) Missions, 30 hours HIS 3204 Survey of Church History, 3 ICS 1102 Biblical Basis of Missions, 2 (may be used as Bible elective) ICS 2101 History of Missions, 2 ICS 2307 Cross-Cultural Practicum, 1 ICS 3001 Principles of Cross Cultural Integration, 2 ICS 3111 Cross-Cultural Communication, 3 ICS 3122 Cross-Cultural Church Planting, 2 ICS 3132 Cross-Cultural Leadership, 2 ICS 3402 Preparation for Short-Term Overseas Practicum, 1 ICS 3408 Student Overseas Practicum II, 3 ICS 4301 Strategy for World Outreach, 2 MIN 3111 Homiletics, 2 Department of Theological Studies—69
ICS 3402 Survey of World Religions, 3, or ICS 3007, Introduction to Islam, 3, with faculty permission YFM 3201 Apologetics and Evangelism for Students, 2
A Missions emphasis may be added to any degree offered at Welch College. The Missions emphasis requires: ICS 1102 Biblical Basis of Missions, 2 ICS 2101 History of Missions, 2 ICS 2202 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, 3 ICS 3001 Principles of Cross Cultural Integration, 2 ICS 3111 Cross-Cultural Communications, 3 HIS 3204 Survey of Church History, 3 ICS 3402 Survey of World Religions, 3 YFM 3201 Apologetics and Evangelism for Students, 2
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Degree: Combination Emphases (Personalized)
In special cases, B.A. and B.S. degree programs may be individually tailored. Combinations are only available in fields of study where the College already offers concentrations and can be assured that 25% of the major will be taught by faculty with a doctorate. Such a program will be approved only when the combination fits a student’s special interests and is a realistic Christian ministry combination. Possibilities involved include, but are not limited to: • Business/Youth and Family Ministry, preparation for a dual role such as church secretary or bookkeeper and youth minister, or business manager for a Christian school and youth minister. • Missions/Worship Music, for a lay missionary working as a music specialist. • Missions/Teacher Education, for a lay missionary working in an educational role. • Missions/Youth and Family Ministry, for a lay missionary serving as a specialist in youth and family ministry. The Missions emphasis requires all of the courses listed above. The student interested in a combination program must first contact the Provost, who will arrange for a faculty committee representing the departments involved to work with the student and design a program of study subjcet to approval of the Provost. Requirements will always include essentially the same Bible major and Arts and Sciences core as in other degree programs, and a minimum total of 124 hours. The Bachelor of Arts degree program will require 12 hours of language. All combination emphases require approval of the Theological Studies Department chair and faculty as well as the chair and faculty from the department which has oversight of the particular degree.
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Arts and Sciences Faculty:
Chairman: Ian Hawkins, Ph.D.
Matthew Bracey, M.T.S., J.D. John Carter, M.Ed., M.S. Rebecca Deel, D.A. Jon Forlines, Ph.D. Ian Hawkins, Ph.D. Kevin Hester, Ph.D. Darrell Holley, Ph.D. (on leave) Michael Oliver, M.Ed. Thurman Pate, Ph.D. Matthew Pinson, Ed.D. Carol Reid, M.L.S. Frank Thornsbury, M.A. Tina Tolbert, M.A. Gary Turner, M.Ed.
Adjunct Faculty:
Bruce Balcom, J.D. Jeff Darnell, M.A. Neil Gilliland, Ph.D. Lynn Griffith, Ed.D. Allen Jinnette, Ph.D. Ahad Nasab, Ph.D. Kenneth Riggs, Ph.D. Chris Snoddy, M.S. James Sprouse, Ph.D. Lori Westgard, M.Ed. Kelly Willhite, M.Ed. Steven Woodworth, Ph.D.
Many of the College’s general objectives (page 8) relate to the effects of what is often called “general education.” Any educated person, for example, needs to understand the forces that shape society. The Christian worker, in particular, can minister to people more effectively if he understands them. The College therefore maintains a department of Arts and Sciences, which aims to broaden and deepen the general education of the students, to enhance their position as citizens and servants in the world, to cultivate Christian culture, and to develop refinement and social skills. Toward these ends the department offers a core curriculum of studies in several areas of Arts and Sciences, as well as curriculums in closely related fields of study. Freshmen who make less than 18 on the Math section of the ACT must take Developmental Math.
General Requirements for the Degree
All degree programs require a core curriculum in Arts and Sciences. The objectives of this Arts and Sciences core include helping students develop those skills and understandings generally associated with a well-rounded education. In particular, students who complete these core requirements should be able to: (1) express themselves effectively in writing and speaking; (2) exercise critical judgment in listening and reading; (3) enjoy aesthetic experiences in literature, art, drama, and music, and thus have a broad and continuing appreciation of beauty; (4) grapple with ideas embodied in literature and the other arts, and in this way understand themselves and others; Department of Arts and Sciences—71
(5) understand the forces that shape society; (6) understand principles of physical and mental health and exercise Christian regard for a healthy mind and body; (7) understand and use basic mathematical-scientific principles, especially as they relate directly to the environment; (8) understand contemporary world cultures, including salient linguistic, sociological, and historical factors; (9) understand the psychological, spiritual, and moral development of personality; (10) sustain a desire for continued personal development, socially, spiritually, and intellectually; (11) relate ethically and constructively to others; (12) manifest Christian culture in refinement and social skills.
The specific core requirements for the degree differ slightly from one program to another. The student should see the Arts and Sciences requirements for the program of choice where that program is described under the appropriate department.
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Department of Arts and Sciences
Biology Programs Program Coordinator: Ian Hawkins, Ph.D. Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Biology Education
(May be used for Secondary School Licensure, Grades 6-12) This program is designed to prepare students to teach with competence as a highly qualified teacher in middle school science or secondary biological science in Christian or public schools. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments, including the Specialty Area test in Science, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee State Department of Education. Graduates should be able to: (1) demonstrate significant proficiency in areas of science which support the field of biology; (2) apply scientific knowledge and principles in the context of the field of biology; and (3) synthesize Biblical values, general knowledge, and scientific principles to support a career in biology education. Requirements: 143 Hours with a 2.50 GPA in all majors, the professional core, and overall. Those with a 2.50 GPA in the Bible major will be recommended for licensure in Bible. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 105) (2) Arts and Sciences, 40 hours (page 105) BIO 1001, 1011 Systems in Biological Science and Lab are not required for this major (3) Science major, 41 hours: Biology Major core (26 hours) BIO 1101 General Biology I and BIO 1111Lab, 4 BIO 1202 General Biology II and BIO 1212 Lab, 4 BIO 2204 Genetics, 3 BIO 3205 Evolution and Origins, 2 BIO 3103 Ecology and BIO 3113 Lab, 4 BIO 4502 Biology Senior Seminar, 1 CHE 1004 General Chemistry I and CHE 1014 Lab, 4 CHE 1105 General Chemistry II and CHE 1115 Lab, 4 General Biology (15 hours) BIO 3304 Cell Biology and BIO 3314 Lab, 4 BIO 4105 Biochemistry and BIO 4115 Lab, 4 SCI 2204 Physical Science with SCI 2214 Lab, 4 MAT 3011Statistics I or MAT 2202 Calculus, 3 (4) Professional core, 35 hours (page 105) (with EDU 4302 and EDU 4800)
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Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Biology, Emphasis in Pre-Health Sciences or Cell and Molecular Biology
The program is designed to prepare students planning to pursue health related careers (Pre-Health Sciences) or advanced careers in biology (Cell and Molecular Biology Emphasis). Graduates should be able to: (1) demonstrate significant proficiency in areas of science which support the field of biology; (2) apply scientific knowledge and principles in the context of the field of biology; and (3) synthesize Biblical values, general knowledge, and scientific principles to support a career in biology or related fields.
Requirements for the B.S, Pre-Health Sciences: 136 hours; OR B.S. Cell and Molecular Emphasis: 128 hours; both emphases require a 2.50 g.pa. overall and in each segment of the major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 40 hours (page 57) BIO 1001, 1011 Systems in Biological Science is not required for this major (3) Biology major, 69 or 61 hours Biology Major core (26 hours) for both emphases BIO 1101 General Biology I and BIO 1111Lab, 4 BIO 1202 General Biology II and BIO 1212 Lab, 4 BIO 2204 Genetics, 3 BIO 3205 Evolution and Origins, 2 BIO 3103 Ecology and BIO 3113 Lab, 4 BIO 4502 Biology Senior Seminar, 1 CHE 1004 General Chemistry I and CHE 1014 Lab, 4 CHE 1105 General Chemistry II and CHE 1115 Lab, 4 Pre-Health Sciences Emphasis: Cell and Molecular Biology (43hours) BIO 2106 Microbiology and BIO 2116 Lab, 4 BIO 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I and BIO 2411 Lab, 4 BIO 2502 Anatomy & Physiology II and BIO 2512 Lab, 4 BIO 3304 Cell Biology and BIO 3314 Lab, 4 BIO 4006 Molecular Biology and BIO 4016 Lab, 4 BIO 4105 Biochemistry with BIO 4115 Lab, 4 CHE 2003 Organic Chemistry I and CHE 2013 Lab, 4 CHE 2106 Organic Chemistry II and CHE 2116 Lab, 4 PHY 2003 General Physics I and PHY 2013 Lab, 4 PHY 2106 General Physics II and PHY 2116 Lab, 4 MAT 3011 Statistics I or MAT 2222 Calculus, 3 Cell and Molecular Biology Emphasis, 35 hours BIO 2106 Microbiology and BIO 2116 Lab, 4 BIO 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I and BIO 2411 Lab, 4 BIO 2502 Anatomy & Physiology II and BIO 2512 Lab, 4 74â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Department of Arts and Sciences
BIO 3304 Cell Biology and BIO 3314 Lab, 4 BIO 4006 Molecular Biology and BIO 4016 Lab, 4 BIO 4105 Biochemistry with BIO 4115 Lab, 4 CHE 2003 Organic Chemistry I and CHE 2013 Lab, 4 PHY 2003 General Physics I and PHY 2013 Lab, 4 MAT 3011 Statistics I or MAT 2222 Calculus, 3
The Associates Degree in Science for Nursing
(May lead to B.S. in Nursing at Belmont University through cooperative 2+2 program and other health care related vocations) This two-year degree prepares students planning to enter a nursing program or related health care field. Welch College is a member of the Partners in Nursing Program. Seats in the Partners in Nursing Program (administered through Belmont University by the Tennessee State Board of Nursing) are set aside for qualified Welch College A.S. in Biology graduates who can then complete the Bachelor of Science Degree at Belmont University in two additional years.
Note: Students applying for the B.S. in Nursing at Belmont may be required to take a residual ACT. Although a limited number of seats are set aside for Welch College students, Belmont University reserves the right to accept only those applicants who have the most competitive ACT scores and grade-point averages. In addition to meeting the specific objectives stated elsewhere for the major in Theological Studies and for the Arts and Sciences core, the graduate should be able to: (1) demonstrate significant proficiency in areas of science which support the field of nursing; and (2) apply scientific knowledge and principles in the context of the field of nursing; synthesize Biblical values, general knowledge, and scientific principles to support a career in nursing. Requirements: 76 hours, with a 2.75 g.p.a. overall (minimum 2.0 in each component of the degree). (1) Theological Studies, 16 hours: BIB 1011 OT Survey: Law and History, 3 BIB 1031 NT Survey: Epistles and Revelation, 3 BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2 BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2 BIB 2032 OT Survey: Poetry and Prophecy, 2 BIB 2062 NT Survey: Gospels and Acts, 2 IDS 1902 Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 2 (2) Arts and Sciences, 23 hours: ENG 1011 Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Introduction to Composition, 3 ENG 1022 Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Composition, II, 3 HIS 1011 History of Western Civilization, 3 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 Department of Arts and Sciencesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;75
MUS 1002 Music Introduction and Appreciation, 3 PHE Activity elective, 1 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness, 2 PHL 3602 Christian Philosophy, 3 SPE 1000 Fundamentals of Speech, 3 (3) Nursing Related Courses, 15 PSY 2001 General Psychology, 3 PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 PSY 4001 Abnormal Psychology, 3 SSC 2008 Introduction to Sociology, 3 BIO 2307 Principles of Nutrition, 3 (3) Biology and Chemistry, 20 hours: BIO 1001 Systems in Biological Science and BIO1011Lab, 4 BIO 2401 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO 2411 Lab, 4 BIO 2502 Human Anatomy and Physiology II and BIO 2512 Lab, 4 BIO 2106 Microbiology and BIO 2116 Lab, 4 CHE 1004 General Chemistry I and CHE 1014 Lab, 4
Health Sciences Courses
Students wishing to pursue careers requiring medical school, dental school, veterinary school, and other health related graduate programs are not required to major in science, but must show proficiency in the area. While the following Welch courses are generally required by health science programs, students should consult the graduate program or programs to which they wish to apply about completion of prerequisites specific to that particular program.
BIO 1101 General Biology I and BIO 1111 Lab, 4 BIO 1202 General Biology II and BIO 1212 Lab, 4 PHY 2003 General Physics I and PHY 2013 Lab, 4 PHY 2106 General Physics II and PHY 2116 Lab, 4 CHE 1004 General Chemistry I and CHE 1014 Lab, 4 CHE 1105 General Chemistry II and CHE 1115 Lab, 4 CHE 2003 Organic Chemistry I and CHE 2013 Lab, 4 CHE 2106 Organic Chemistry II and CHE 2116 Lab, 4 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 MAT 2202 Calculus, 3
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Department of Arts and Sciences
Business Programs
Program Coordinator: Rebecca Deel, D.A.
The College offers programs to prepare Christian men and women for careers in business. On the one hand, there is a need for people thus prepared to serve in Christian organizations: churches, schools, and various agencies. On the other hand, many Christians who feel that their calling is to the secular business world need to be equipped not only for that vocation but also for effective witness and ministry, both in the workplace and as lay leaders in their churches. The programs offered here will provide that kind of education, combining a Biblical orientation for life and service, a solid base of Arts and Sciences, and a thorough business curriculum. The department offers both a four-year baccalaureate degree in business administration and a two-year associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree; it also offers a basic computer course included in the Arts and Sciences component of all degree programs.
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Business Administration
(M.B.A. Preparation, International Business, Department Approved Emphases) This program provides broad preparation in three areas: professional business courses, Arts and Sciences, and Theological Studies. The program includes a wide range of courses in business administration. The student who completes this program should be well prepared for a career in business, for either a secular firm or a Christian organization, or for graduate school in the field. This curriculum also serves as an excellent pre-law program (see page 87). Emphasis on the spiritual growth and development of each student, and on the importance of Christian witness and service in the world of work, is a unique feature of this program in its Bible College setting. Specific objectives include those stated elsewhere in the Catalog for the major in Theological Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). In addition, the student who successfully completes the program should be able to: (1) (2)
demonstrate a broad knowledge of general business theory including prin- ciples, skills, and techniques; understanding the legal environment within which businesses operate; analyze and apply economic theories and prin- ciples to present-day situations; and evaluate ethical dilemmas with Bibli- cal foundations for ethical decisions; and develop the ability to apply and implement business theory in practice in- cluding basic financial and accounting principles, management and opera- tion of business, techniques of retail business activities, apply oral and writ- ten communication skills in the business environment, integrate computer skills and techniques into business decision making.
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Requirements: 128 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences core, 44 hours (page 57) plus: MAT 3011 Statistics I, 3 (3) Business Administration core, 33 hours: BUS 1201 Introduction to Business, 2 BUS 2001 Business Communications, 3 BUS 2211-2222 Principles of Accounting I and II, 6 ECO 2411 Principles of Macroeconomics, 3 ECO 2422 Principles of Microeconomics, 3 BUS 3114 Legal and Social Environment of Business, 3 BUS 3206 Marketplace Management, 3 BUS 3301 Principles of Management, 3 BUS 3401 Business Finance, 3 BUS 4202 Strategic Planning, 3 BUS 4920 Capstone Experience, 1 (4) Business Emphasis, 21 hours to be approved by Business faculty (see the following): (a) M.B.A. Preparation, 21 hours BUS 2405 Management of Information Systems, 3 BUS 3805 Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management, 3 BUS 3506 Production & Operations Systems, 3 BUS 4003 Human Resources Management, 3 MAT 3022 Statistics II, 3 Business electives, 3 (b) International Emphasis, 21 hours (including electives) ICS 3402 Survey of World Religions, 3 ICS 2202 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, 3 ECO 3732 History of the World Economy, 3 BUS 4003 Human Resources Management, 3 BUS 4102 International Business, 3 Business/International electives, 6 Note: Student should take World History topics and PHL 3602 in Arts and Sciences.
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Associate of Science Degree: Business
This two-year program will enable the student to develop the character and skills necessary for efficiency as an accounting clerk, office manager, or other office worker. The increasing demand by our denominational offices, churches, and Christian schools for bookkeepers and business managers calls for the integrated preparation that a Bible-centered business curriculum offers. This kind of education is equally valuable to those who serve as Christian witnesses in the business world. The Associate of Science degree in Business may be earned entirely online. The program is structured to allow for different emphases in the Business concentration, according to oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interests, abilities, and goals. Within the 9 hours of BU electives indicated below, the student may focus, for example, on management, accounting, or economics. All graduates of this program should be able to: (1) demonstrate Christian principles, values, and responsible stewardship in life and work; and (2) demonstrate appropriate office skills including communication (oral and written), computer skills, and basic accounting skills. Requirements: 63 hours, with a 2.0 g.p.a. in all segments of the degree. (1) Theological Studies, 16 hours: BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2 BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2 BIB 1011-1031, 2032-2062 Bible Survey, 10 IDS 1902 Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 2 (2) Arts and Sciences, 27 hours: ENG 1011-1022 Basic English Grammar, Usage and Introduction to Composition; and Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Composi tion I and II, 6 HIS 1011, 1022 History of Western Civilization, 6 MAT 1101 College Algebra (or higher), 3 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness, 2 SSC 3101 Marriage and the Family, 3 SPE 1000 Fundamentals of Speech, 3 IDS 100, 200 Leadership and Calling, 4 (3) Business, 20 hours: BUS 1201 Introduction to Business, 2 BUS 2211-2222 Principles of Accounting I-II, 6 ECO 2411 Principles of Macroeconomics, 3 ECO 2422 Principles of Microeconomics, 3 BUS 3301 Principles of Management, 3 BUS electives, as approved by department faculty, 3
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Department of Arts and Sciences
English Programs
Program Coordinator: Frank Thornsbury, M.A.
The Programs in English exist to prepare students with a knowledge of the structure, history, and use of the English language and with a knowledge of the literary works which have shaped and been produced by English and American literary culture. Courses offered by the department will refine the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s writing and speaking, develop his critical judgment in listening and reading, and advance his knowledge of the literary art in English and its history. Degree programs with an English major offered by this department include the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English and the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in English (which may lead to licensure in teaching grades 6-12). In addition, the department also provides a Bachelor of Arts degree with a minor in English.
Policies Regarding Requirements for All Degrees
All students are required to take ENG 101 Basic English Grammar and Usage, unless they bring credit for it from another college or make appropriate scores on Advanced Placement or similar assessments. Students are no longer exempted from this course on the basis of ACT/SAT scores. A grade of C on ENG 1011 is required for enrollment in ENG 1022.
Bachelor of Arts Degree: Major in English
This program is offered either as a general liberal-arts education with emphasis on the literary arts or as a preparatory education for those who may pursue graduatelevel studies. English is an appropriate undergraduate major for students wishing to pursue various programs of advanced, graduate-level study in such areas as English language or literature, comparative literature, law, theology, communication arts, or other related areas (For information about a pre-law program, see page 89). Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate should also: (1) understand the grammar and syntax of the English language well enough to be able to listen and read critically; (2) be able to select, read, and interpret literature for the enjoyment and benefit of himself and others; (3) be able to demonstrate knowledge of library resources and scholarly work in literature by following an orderly, effective method of research and by presenting the results of this research logically, accurately, and appropriately.
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Requirements: 124 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) plus: Second-year international language, 6 (3) English major, 36 hours beyond the generally required freshman courses: ENG 2111-2122 Masterpieces of World Literature I and II, 6 ENG 3204 Shakespeare, 3 ENG 3403 History of the English Language, 3 ENG 3605 Literary Criticism, 3 ENG 4006 Advanced English Grammar, 3 LNG First-year international language, 6 SPE 2002 Advanced Oral Communication, 2 Literature electives, 10 (4) Electives, 8 hours
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in English
(May be used for Secondary School Licensure) This program combines the College’s English major (as above) with an Arts and Sciences core and Professional Education core and prepares students to teach English with competence in either Christian, public, or private high schools; it leads to licensure to teach English in grades 6-12 in the public schools of Tennessee. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments (formerly National Teacher’s Examination), including the Specialty Area test in English, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee State Department of Education. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 105), those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), and those stated for the Professional Education core common to all teacher education programs (page 105). The graduate should also be able: (1) to define the characteristics and role of the teacher of English; (2) to select, read, interpret, and evaluate literature in a variety of genres; (3) to identify and follow the steps for writing a literary research paper; and (4) to demonstrate competency in the various methods of teaching English in the secondary school classroom. Requirements: 142 hours, with a C average (2.50 g.p.a.) in all majors for licensure, the professional core, and a 2.50 g.p.a. overall (required for admission to the program, admission to student teaching, and licensure). (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 105) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 41 hours (page 105) (3) English major, 36 hours: ENG 2111-2122 Masterpieces of World Literature, 6 ENG 3204 Shakespeare, 3 ENG 3403 History of the English Language, 3 ENG 3605 Literary Criticism, 3 ENG 4006 Advanced English Grammar, 3 Literature electives, 10 LNG First-year international language, 6 Department of Arts and Sciences—81
SPE 2002 Advanced Oral Communication, 2 (4) Professional Education core (page 105), 35 hours
Bachelor of Arts Degree: Minor in English
This program provides an opportunity for any degree candidate to develop understanding and abilities in English and speech as much as possible within the limitations of a minor concentration. Any student may choose this minor for an additional emphasis in another degree program. Specific objectives of this program of study will be substantially the same as those stated for the major in English. Program requirements are the same as for the B.A. with an English major, including a minimum total of 124 hours and a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in the major. The English minor (which replaces the English major in that program) includes the 12-hour language requirement, 25 hours of general electives, and 20 hours in addition to the generally required freshman courses, as follows: SPE 2002 Advanced Oral Communication, 2 ENG 2111-2122 Masterpieces of World Literature, 6 ENG electives, 12, from the 3000-4000 level. Note: Arts and Sciences courses will total 48 hours in the English minor.
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Department of Arts and Sciences
Exercise Science and Physical Education Programs Program Coordinator: Gary Turner, M.S. Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Physical Education
(May be used for teaching licensure, Grades K-12) This program, when it includes both the Physical Education major and the Professional Education core (as outlined below), will prepare students to teach Physical Education in grades K-12, whether in a Christian, public, or private school. The program is designed to meet all requirements for licensure to teach Physical Education in the public schools in Tennessee. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments (formerly National Teacher’s Examination), including the Specialty Area test in Physical Education, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee State Department of Education. Objectives of the program include those stated elsewhere for the Theological Studies Major (page 59), the Arts and Sciences core (page 54-56), and the Professional Education core common to all teacher education programs (page 105). The graduate should also be able to: (1) design, implement, and maintain a physical education program for today’s school; (2) articulate a meaningful philosophy of physical education; (3) design exercise programs using established principles and guidelines; and (4) analyze the teaching act as a means of continually improving teaching skills. Requirements: 135 hours, with a 2.50 g.p.a. in all majors, the professional core, and 2.50 g.p.a. overall (required for admission to the program, admission to student teaching, and licensure). (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 105) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 38 hours (page 105) (PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness and PHE Activity in the major, 3; Also includes IDS 1902, 3101, 4101 and PHL 3602 in Theological Studies major) (3) Physical Education major, 40 hours: PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness and PHE activity electives, 4 PHE/REC 2455 Foundations of Physical Education and Recreation, 3 PHE 2606 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries, 3 PHE 2705 Coaching Techniques, 2 PHE 3104 Kinesiology, 3 PHE 3156 Adapted Physical Education, 3 PHE 3205 Physiology of Exercise, 3 Department of Arts and Sciences—83
PHE 3256 Instruction and Analysis of Individual and Dual Sports, 2 PHE 3264 Instruction and Analysis of Team Sports, 2 PHE 3503 Psychomotor Development of Children, 3 PHE 3704 Motor Learning, 2 PHE 4006 Administration and Supervision of Physical Education, 2 PHE 4103 Tests and Measurements in Physical Education, 2 PHE 4707 Teaching Secondary Physical Education, 2 BIO 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO 2411 Lab, 4 (4) Professional core, 27 hours: (page 105)(with PHE 4707 and EDE 4700; PHE 4103 replaces EDE 4201; PHE 3156 replaces EDE 3801 and is counted in the major; EDE 4326 is waived) For teaching certification, Physical Education majors must show proficiency in aquatic skills. This requirement can be met by either of the following: 1. Successful completion of an approved aquatic skills course at another college. 2. Successful completion of an aquatic proficiency test administered by an approved Welch College faculty each semester on demand. 3. Certification from an agency approved by the Exercise Science faculty.
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Exercise Science
This program is offered either as an Arts and Sciences program with emphasis on human performance or as a preparatory education for those who may pursue graduate studies in the field. Some students may choose to use this degree in pursuing careers in corporate fitness, recreation, exercise science, or physical training. Physical education is an appropriate undergraduate major for any of these. Specific objectives of the program include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate should also be able to: (1) articulate a meaningful philosophy of physical education; (2) design exercise programs using established principles and guidelines; and (3) adjust the variables of frequency, intensity, and duration in increasing human performance capabilities. Requirements: 124 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) (3) Exercise Science major, 40 hours, as above except that the following will be substituted for PHE 3503 and PHE 4707: PHE Activity elective, 1 PHE/REC 4257 Physical Education/Recreation Leadership Internship, 2 PHE/REC 4357 Physical Education/Recreation Leadership Research, 2 (4) Electives, 10 hours
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Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Exercise Science with Emphasis in Recreation Leadership
This program is offered either as an Arts and Sciences program with emphasis on human performance/recreation leadership or as a preparatory education for those who may pursue graduate studies in the field. Some students may choose to use this degree in pursuing careers in Christian camping, recreation management, or recreation programming. Specific objectives of the program include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate should also be able to: (1) articulate a meaningful philosophy of recreation, exercise science, and program management; (2) plan and administer a recreation program for all levels of participants; (3) design and implement recreation programs for camps and outdoor recreation; and (4) develop an understanding of the various recreation agencies, both public and private. Requirements: 127 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) (3) Exercise Science core, 30 hours PHE Electives, 3 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness, 2 PHE 2606 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injury, 3 PHE 2705 Coaching Techniques, 2 PHE 3104 Kinesiology, 3 PHE 3156 Adapted Physical Education, 3 PHE 3205 Physiology of Exercise, 3 PHE 3256 Instruction and Analysis Individual and Dual Sports, 2 PHE 3264 Instruction and Analysis Team Sports, 2 PHE 3704 Motor Learning, 2 PHE 4006 Administration and Supervision of Physical Education, 3 PHE 4103 Tests and Measurements in Physical Education, 2 (4) Recreation Leadership Emphasis, 18 hours REC 2003 Recreation Administration and Programming, 3 PHE/REC 2455 Foundations of Physical Education and Recreation, 3 REC 3007 Outdoor Recreation and Camp Administration, 3 PHE/BUS 3853 Sports Management, 3 REC 4007 Current Issues in Recreation, 2 PHE/REC4257 Physical Education/Recreation Leadership Internship,2 PHE/REC 4357 Physical Education/Recreation Leadership Research, 2
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Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Exercise Science with Emphasis in Sports Management
This program is offered either as an Arts and Sciences program with emphasis on human performance and sports management or as a preparatory education for those who may pursue graduate studies in the field. Some students may choose to use this degree in pursuing careers managing corporate fitness, recreation, or physical training. Specific objectives of the program include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate should also be able to: (1) articulate a meaningful philosophy of exercise science and program management; (2) design exercise programs using established principles and guidelines; (3) adjust the variables of frequency, intensity, and duration in increasing human performance capabilities. Requirements: 133 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major: (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) (3) Exercise Science major, 39 hours: BIO 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO 2411 Lab, 4 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness, 2 PHE/REC 2455 Foundations of Physical Education and Recreation, 3 PHE 2606 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries, 3 PHE 2705 Coaching Techniques, 2 PHE 3156 Adapted Physical Education, 3 PHE 3205 Physiology of Exercise, 3 PHE 3256 Instruction and Analysis of Individual and Dual Sports, 2 PHE 3264 Instruction and Analysis of Team Sports, 2 PHE 4006 Administration and Supervision of Physical Education, 2 PHE/REC 4257 Physical Education/Recreation Leadership Internship, 2 PHE/REC 4357 Physical Education/Recreation Leadership Research, 2 PHE 4907 Research Project in Exercise Science, 3 PHE electives, 6 (4) Business Management emphasis, 22 hours: BUS 3206 Marketplace Management, 3 BUS 3301 Principles of Management, 3 BUS 4202 Strategic Planning, 3 BUS 4947 Special Topics in Business or BUS 4967 Business Project Thesis, 1 MAT 3011 Statistics I, 3 PHE/BUS 3853 Sports Management, 3 THE 3102 Christian Ethics, 3 (5) Electives, 3 hours
Note: Departmental approval is required for students to repeat PHE 220 or PHE 240 (page 43).
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Department of Arts and Sciences
History Programs Program Coordinator: John Carter, M.Ed., M.S. Bachelor of Arts Degree: Major in History
This program is offered as part of the core disciplines in a liberal arts education. Knowledge of the past challenges one to think beyond contemporary and often trendy fads, to ideas and issues which are timeless. Such knowledge urges the student to greater intellectual and spiritual maturity. History provides a solid foundation for graduate study in history as well as entry into such fields as teaching, the ministry, law, journalism, medicine, and business, among others. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59), and those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate should also be able to: (1) analyze the origin and development of ideas; (2) develop a broader understanding of the world related to historical perspectives, political structures, and religious systems; (3) demonstrate competency in original research; and (4) personalize a Christian worldview through the integration of Biblical content with historical issues.
Requirements: 124 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major: (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) PLUS International Language, 12 (3) History major, 34 hours: HIS 2201 Introduction to the Study of History, 1 HIS 2605 Non-Western Cultures and People, 3 HIS 3204 Survey Church History, 3 HIS 3404 U.S. The Founding Era, 3 HIS 4305 Renaissance and Reformation, 3 HIS 4807 Historiography, 3 HIS Electives: 18 hours, (9 hours must be at the HIS 4000 level) (4) Electives: 7 hours
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in History
(May be used for Secondary School Licensure) This program incorporates the History major and the Arts and Sciences core along with the Professional Education core to prepare students to teach History skillfully in Christian, private, or public junior and senior high schools. The program leads to licensure in Tennessee which provides for students to be able to teach History in grades Department of Arts and Sciencesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;87
6-12 in public schools. Licensure requires the successful completion of the PRAXIS II Assessments (formerly the National Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Exam) including the Specialty Area test in History, according to minimum scores determined by the Tennessee State Department of Education. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59), those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), and those stated for the Professional Education core which is characteristic of other teacher education programs (page 105). The graduate should also be able to: (1) demonstrate competency in a variety of teaching methods; (2) apply Christian virtues and ideas in the explanation and presentation of historical concepts; (3) critically analyze modern emphases in the educational world; and (4) incorporate basic research tools and skills in order to write about and interpret history. Requirements: 140 hours, with a 2.50 g.p.a in all majors, the professional core, and a 2.50 g.p.a. overall (required for admission to the Teacher Education program, admission to student teaching, and licensure). Those who have a 2.50 g.p.a in the Bible major will be recommended for licensure in Bible. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 105) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 41 hours (page 105) (3) History major, 34 hours: HIS 2201 Introduction to the Study of History, 1 HIS 2605 Non-Western Cultures and People, 3 HIS 3204 Survey of Church History, 3 HIS 3404 U.S. The Founding Era, 3 HIS 4305 Renaissance and Reformation, 3 HIS 4807 Historiography, 3 Electives, 18 hours (9 hours must be at the HIS 4000 level) (4) Professional core, 35 hours (page 105)
(5) Additional Endorsements: The following areas of endorsement may be added to the History major. A passing score on the required PRAXIS specialty test(s) must be achieved before licensure can be granted. Economics: ECO 2411 Macroeconomics, 3 ECO 2422 Microeconomics, 3 ECO 3732 History of the World Economy, 3 BUS Elective, 3 Psychology: PSY 2001 General Psychology, 3 PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 PSY 4204 History and Systems of Psychology, 3 PSY 4305 Psychological Assessment and Research, 3
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Bachelor of Arts Degree: Minor in History
This program offers the student a basic exposure to the field of history. The minor is composed of 18 hours and may be added to another degree program. The objectives of the minor are essentially those of the History major with less of a concentration in content. Program requirements are the same as those of the B.A. degree with a major in History, including a minimum of 124 hours with a 2.00 g.p.a overall and in the major. The History minor consists of 18 hours in the following format: HIS 2013 History of the United States, 3 Nine hours from other courses required in the major; and Six hours from other history courses as approved by a member of the history faculty.
Preparation for Law School
One who plans to be a lawyer must complete law school after completing a baccalaureate degree. Most law schools recommend against special programs for pre-law students at the college level. Instead, they suggest that pre-law students take any of several different majors, emphasizing the development of abilities that are typically associated with a good Arts and Sciences core. These include being able to write and think critically and clearly, communicate effectively, and analyze and weigh the elements of situations, having mature study habits and intellectual curiosity, and being broadly informed. Among the programs often recommended are those leading to majors in English, History, or Business, for example. Welch College has designated a member of its faculty, Mr. Matthew Bracey, as pre-law advisor. Students interested in law school after college should plan their programs in consultation with him.
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Department of Arts and Sciences
Psychology Programs Program Coordinator: Michael Oliver, M.Ed. Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Psychology
This program is constructed primarily to prepare students for graduate study, either in psychology or in related fields such as Social Work and Counseling. The curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of university graduate programs and to meet professional organizational standards. Objectives of the program include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (see page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (see pages 54-56). The graduate should also be able to: (1) articulate a personal theory of the integration of Christian truth and psychology; (2) develop an understanding of the spectrum of human thought, emotion, and behavior; (3) exhibit an understanding of how people relate to one another; and (4) demonstrate the methods by which psychologists gather and interpret new knowledge.
Requirements: 124 hours, with a 2.00 g.p.a. overall and in each major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours, (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) (3) Psychology major, 41 hours: MAT 3011 Statistics I, 3 PSY 2001 General Psychology, 3 PSY 2102 Educational Psychology, 2 PSY 2302 Group and Interpersonal Relations, 3 PSY 3201 Physiology of Behavior, 3 PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 PSY 3601 Christian Counseling, 3 PSY 3801 The Exceptional Child, 3 PSY 4001 Abnormal Psychology, 3 PSY 4106 Personality Theory, 3 PSY 4204 History and Systems of Psychology, 3 PSY 4305 Psychological Assessment and Research, 3 PSY 4402 Psychology of Adjustment, 3 PSY 4820 Psychology Practicum, 3 (4) Electives, 9
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Bachelor of Arts Degree: Minor in Psychology
This program will prepare students minimally for graduate study in the field of psychology. At least a master’s degree in the field is required for licensed service as a psychologist. The program is constructed to meet requirements for admission to a master’s program at most universities.
Requirements: 124 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 44 hours (page 57) plus: International Language, 12 (3) Psychology, 21 hours MAT 3011 Statistics I, 3 PSY 2001 General Psychology, 3 PSY 3201 Physiology of Behavior, 3 PSY 4001 Abnormal Psychology, 3 PSY 4106 Personality Theory, 3 PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 PSY 4402 Psychology of Adjustment, 3 (4) Electives, 17 hours
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Associate of Arts Degree
This two-year program is, first, for students who desire some study in a Biblical framework but plan to pursue a collegiate major not offered here. It provides a solid basis of Biblical study plus a core of general education that should provide a good foundation for transferring to another college. Second, some students who sense no call to full-time Christian service and do not desire a four-year college degree still wish to attend Bible College for the sake of general Biblical knowledge and personal spiritual growth. For such students, this program provides a good foundation for general, lay ministry in a local church. All graduates of this program should be able to: (1) develop a broad comprehension of Biblical teaching, reflected in Christian character and a Christian worldview; (2) demonstrate competency in the basics of reading, writing, and speaking; and (3) develop foundational skills in personal and social relationships. Requirements: 62 or 66 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) in all components of the degree and overall. (1) Theological Studies, 14 or 18 hours: BIB 1011, 2062 Bible Survey, 6 BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2 BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2 THE 2061-2062 Bible Doctrines, 4 or TH 3251,3301, 3402 Systematic Theology, 8 (2) Arts and Sciences, 48 hours: ENG 1011-1022 Basic English Grammar, Usage and Introduction to Composition; and Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Composi tion II, 6 ENG 2111-2122 Masterpieces of World Literature I and II, 6 HIS 1011-1022 History of Western Civilization I and II, 6 IDS 1001, 2001 Leadership and Calling, 4 IDS 1902 Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 2 MU 1002 Music Introduction and Appreciation, 3 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness, 2 PHE Activity Elective, 1 hour SSC 3101 Marriage and the Family, 3 BIO 1001 Systems in Biological Science and BIO 1011 Lab, 4 SPE 1000 Fundamentals of Speech, 3 Electives, 5 Contact the Chairman of the Arts and Sciences Department or the Provost for more information about this degree program.
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Music
Chairman: James Stevens, D.M.A.
Faculty:
Linda Shipley, Ph.D. (on leave of absence) Carol Butler, M.M. (adjunct) Mary George, M.S. (adjunct) Veronica Joines, M.A. (adjunct) Mark Lancaster, M.A. (adjunct) Luanne Mutsch, M.M. (adjunct) Bruce Patterson (adjunct) Susan Ramsey, M.A. (adjunct) Carolyn Treybig, D.M.A. (adjunct)
The mission of the Music Department is to provide a program, faculty, and support that ensure music proficiency and success after graduation for students who wish to follow a career in music or enter graduate school upon graduation. More specifically, the department will provide proficiencies in vocal, keyboard, conducting, and instrumental performance. Each student is offered the opportunity to become acquainted with music theory, church music history, and music history to familiarize him/herself with the monumental artistic achievements of Western civilization. For the student who wishes to pursue music as a profession, course offerings will assist in preparation for a career in the ministry of music through church leadership, performance, or music education in a public school, Christian school, or private studio.
General Departmental Information
Students entering the music program are required to take Class Piano (see Placement Exam Information), followed by two semesters of Private Piano, concluding with the Piano Proficiency. (See keyboard requirements for students who pass the Piano Proficiency sooner.) If the music degree chosen requires student teaching or a recital, students must pass the Piano Proficiency requirement to be eligible to register for student teaching or a senior recital. Music majors, combination music majors, and music minors are required to take a jury at the end of each semester of private study. The jury at the end of the sophomore year will determine whether the student is eligible to continue in the music program, and must include the Piano Proficiency requirement, unless a student has entered the program during his or her sophomore year. Music students may be put on a probationary standing during the freshman or sophomore year, but for no longer than two semesters. Music majors and minors, as well as any non-music students enrolling in private music lessons, are required to attend a fixed number of music recitals on and off camDepartment of Musicâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;93
pus. Music majors and minors are required to participate in music ensembles. (See degree program for specific ensemble requirements.)
Placement Exam Information
MUSIC THEORY PLACEMENT EXAM A student having prior study in music theory and basic conducting may take a placement exam. The exam includes note and interval recognition, key signatures, major and minor scales, spelling triads, basic conducting patterns, and other elements of music. A student who does not pass the exam may, at the discretion of the professor, take MUS 1007 Basic Musicianship. CLASS PIANO PLACEMENT EXAM A student having prior study in piano may take a placement exam. The exam includes sight-reading, harmonizing and transposing simple melodies, and playing scales, arpeggios, and chords. If the student performs these skills successfully and demonstrates an understanding of basic musicianship, the student may exempt MUS 1300 Class Piano (non-music major or minor) or MUS 1271-1282 Class Piano (music major, combination majors or minor) and enter Private Piano. PIANO PROFICIENCY The Piano Proficiency is a demonstration of studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s keyboard skills. It includes sightreading, scales, arpeggios, chords, harmonizing, transposing, hymn playing, score reading, and repertoire representing two contrasting periods. The Piano Proficiency is scheduled at the end of the sophomore year (unless a student has just completed Class Piano), but may be attempted sooner. The Piano Proficiency is scheduled during juries, at the end of each semester. If the music degree chosen requires student teaching or a recital, students must pass the Piano Proficiency requirement to be eligible to register for student teaching or a senior recital.
Recital/Internship Requirements
Note concerning required program and recital attendance: All students with music concentrations are required to attend all repertoire recitals offered by the Music Department, all Sarah Lacey Nicholas Artist Series programs, and two off-campus recitals of art music each semester, as well as other programs that the faculty deems necessary. The two outside recitals of art music attended must be from an approved list provided by the music faculty or must be pre-approved. Students will submit copies of the programs of each outside concert attended as well as a one-page report on the concert for inclusion in their files. Grades in applied music courses are affected.
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Department of Music
Music Performance Program
Program Coordinator: James Stevens, D.M.A.
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Music â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Performance Emphasis
This program will prepare the student for a broader music ministry as a performing musician, music minister, and especially for graduate studies in music. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). The graduate should also be able to demonstrate: (1) the music skills and techniques that are demanded in the various disciplines cultivated in this program of study; (2) understanding and appreciation of the development of the music of the Western civilization as these relate to life in general and to the music of the church; (3) the ability to perform and teach on the major instrument with skill acceptable for graduate studies. Requirements: 138 hours, with a minimum of a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 41 hours (page 57) (MUS 1002 is not required for Music Majors) (3) Music major requirements, 67 hours: MUS 1011-1012, 2031-2042 Music Theory I and II, 12 MUS 1111-1122, 2131-2132 Aural Theory I and II, 4 MUS 1271-1282 Class Piano, 4 MUS 1630 Class Conducting, 1 MUS 2313-2326 Diction for Singers , 2 MUS 3031 Music History and Literature I and II, 6 MUS 3055 Form, Analysis and Counterpoint, 3 MUS 3266 Choral/Instrumental Conducting, 2, or MUS 2650 Private Conducting, 2 NOTE: If a student majors in conducting, the student does not have to take MUS 3266. MUS 4304 Choral Arranging and Instrumentation, 3 Major Applied Music: Voice, Piano, Instrumental, or Conducting, 10 Secondary Applied: Voice, Piano, Instrumental, or Conducting, 2 Ensembles: College Choir, Chapel Choir, Choral Union, or instrumental ensembles (two each semester), 16 MUS 3337 Junior Recital, 1 MUS 4447 Senior Recital, 1 Department of Musicâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;95
Department of Music
Worship Ministry Program Program Coordinator: James Stevens, D.M.A. Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Worship Music â&#x20AC; This program will prepare the music student for a broader ministry in the area of music and worship. The program is not designed as a foundation for graduate studies. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Biblical Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences Core (pages 54-56). The graduate of this program will be able to: (1) articulate a philosophy of worship ministry that is Biblically based and philosophically sound; (2) evaluate the musical and spiritual needs of a congregation and develop a music and worship program that will meet those needs; (3) integrate music and the arts with the total purpose of the church in its ministry goals. Requirements: 130 hours (137 hours with recital), with a minimum of a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in each major (1) Theological Studies major, 37 hours (page 60) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 41 hours (page 57) (MUS 1002 is not required for Music Majors) (3) Music, 25 hours: MUS 1011-1022 Music Theory I, 6 MUS 1111-1122 Aural Theory I, 2 MUS 1630 Class Conducting, 1 MUS 1271-1282 Class Piano, 4 (must pass proficiency based on 1 year) Class Voice (2 semesters; must pass proficiency jury), 2 Ensembles, 10 (4) Worship Ministry, 27 hours IDS 1902, 3101, and 4101, 6 WMN 4205 Music and Worship Technology, 2 MUS 2650 Private Conducting, two semesters, 2 (waived if student is taking the Recital option) MUS 3266 Choral and Instrumental conducting for Worship, 2 MUS 4407 Worship Music Ministry Internship, 2 MIN 1011 Local Church and World Missions, 2 MIN 2336 Church Growth: Theory and Practice, 3 MIN 3011 Christian Ministry, 3 THE 4253 Christian Worship, 3 (This course is counted in the BIB/ THE section of the degree as a BIB course) MIN 4907 Research Project in Ministry Studies, 2 (to be done on an appropriate music ministry topic) 96â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Department of Music
*THE 4253 Christian worship will be a required course but will fulfill a 3 hour BIB/ THE elective in the Bible area of the degree. Recital Option: With Recital, add 8 hours of Applied Music in Piano, Vocal or Instrumental and one hour for a Senior Recital, MUS 4447, for a total of 9 additional hours. If the recital option is taken, the two hours of Private Conducting would be waived bringing the final total to 7 additional hours for the recital. â&#x20AC; Pending Accrediting Agency Approval
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Department of Music
Music Education Programs Program Coordinator: James Stevens, D.M.A. Bachelor of Music Education
(May be used for licensure to teach either vocal, piano, conducting, general or instrumental Music) The College offers this program, which combines its music major with an Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56) and Professional Education core (page 105) to prepare a student to teach music in the Christian, public, or private school, grades K-12, or to continue music education at the graduate level. This program is constructed to meet all requirements of the Tennessee State Department of Education for licensure to teach music in grades K-12. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments (formerly National Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Examination), including the Specialty Area test in Music, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee State Department of Education. Given the full range of professional training included in this program (in music, education, Biblical studies, and general education), a student will need to plan for completion in five years, not four. This is not uncommon in music education, and the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program offers the added dimension of a Biblical perspective that serves to prepare the music teacher for an effective witness and ministry. The objectives of this program include those stated for the Biblical Studies Major, the General Education core, and the Professional Education core common to all teacher education programs. The graduate should also be able to demonstrate: (1) the music skills and techniques that are demanded in the various disciplines cultivated in this program of study; (2) understanding and appreciation for the development of the music of the Western civilization as related both to life in general and to the music of the school and church; (3) ability to teach either conducting, vocal, and general music or instrumental music in grades K-12 and efficiently organize and direct elementary, middle, and secondary music programs in either Christian or public schools; (4) ability to evaluate music needs and arrange or compose choral music to meet those needs; (5) understanding of the historical, philosophical, and sociological foundations underlying music education in America, whether in public or Christian education; (6) ability to perform with skill. Requirements: 149 hours (vocal/general/conducting) or 153 hours (instrumental), with a C average (2.50 g.p.a.) in all majors, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program, admission to student teaching, and licensure). 98â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Department of Music
(1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 105) (2) Arts and Sciences core, 41 hours (page 57) (Music Majors are not required to take MUS 1002) (3) Music major, 44 hours (vocal/general/conducting): MUS 1011-1022 Music Theory I, 6 MUS 1111-1122 Aural Theory I, 2 MUS 1201 Introduction to Music Education, 2 MUS 1271-1282 Class Piano, 4 MUS 1630 Class Conducting, 1 MUS 2031 Music Theory II, 3 MUS 2131 Aural Theory II, 1 MUS 2313-2326 Diction for Singers, 2 MUS 3266 Choral/Instrumental Conducting, 2, or MUS 2650 Private Conducting, 2 Major Applied Music: Voice, Piano, Instrumental or Conducting, 8 Secondary Applied: Voice, Piano, Instrumental, or Conducting, 2 Ensembles: College Choir, Chapel Choir, Choral Union, or instrumental ensembles (two each semester), 10 MU 4447 Senior Recital, 1 (4) Music major, 47 hours (instrumental): MUS 1011-1022 Music Theory I, 6 MUS 1111-1122 Aural Theory I, 2 MUS 1201 Introduction to Music Education, 2 MUS 1271-1282 Class Piano, 4 MUS 2031 Music Theory II, 3 MUS 2131 Aural Theory II, 1 MUS 3266 Choral/Instrumental Conducting, 2 or MU 2650 Private Conducting, 2* *If a student majors in conducting, the student does not have to take MUS 3266. Major Applied Music: Instrumental, 8 Ensembles: College Choir, Chapel Choir, Choral Union, or instrumental ensembles (two each semester), 10 Secondary Applied: Voice, Piano, or Conducting, 2 MUS 4447 Senior Recital, 1 Also, the following 6 hours from Belmont University: MUE 221-2 Brass/Woodwind Class Methods, 2 MUE 321-2 String/Percussion Class Methods, 2 MUE 328 Marching Band Lab (no credit, taken twice; not required for strings majors) MUAI 206 Techniques/Literature for the Major Instrument, 1 MUAI 305 Instrumental Pedagogy, 1 (5) Professional Education core, 27 hours: MUS 4241 Music Methods & Materials, 3 EDU 2001 Introduction to Education, 2 EDU/PSY 2102 Educational Psychology, 2 EDU/PSY 3801 The Exceptional Child, 3 Department of Musicâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;99
EDU 4201 School Assessment, 2 EDU 4401 History and Philosophy of Education, 2 EDU 4450 Introduction to Student Teaching, 1 EDU 4500 Student Teaching Seminar/Christian School Curricula, 2 EDU 4700 Enhanced Student Teaching, 10
Note: Post-baccalaureate students seeking teacher licensure in music will be required to take both MU 120 Introduction to Music Education and MU 424 Music Methods and Materials.
Bachelor of Arts Theological Studies Degree: Minor in Music
This program provides opportunity for any degree candidate to develop general musical abilities and interests as much as possible within the limitations of a minor concentration. The student primarily interested in some other field, and with less than a professional interest in music, may choose this minor for a Bachelor of Arts program. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59) and for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56). In addition, the student who has completed this program will be able to: (1) assist in the ministry of an existing church music program; (2) develop or direct the music program of a small church, depending on the particular skills developed. Requirements: 124 hours, with a minimum C average (2.00 g.p.a.) in the major and overall. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 59) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 41 hours (page 57) (Music Minors are not required to take MUS 1001) plus: International Language, 12 hours Music minor, 28 hours: MUS 1011-1022 Music Theory I, 6 MUS 1111-1122 Aural Theory I, 2 MUS 1271-1282 Class Piano, 4 (or until student passes a proficiency based on 2 semesters of Class Piano) MUS 3031 Music History and Literature I, 3, or MUS 3062 Music History and Literature II, 3 MUS 1630 Class Conducting, 1 MUS Applied Music, 4 Ensembles: College Choir, Chapel Choir, Choral Union, or instrumental ensembles (two each semester), 8 (4) General Electives, 13 hours
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Teacher Education
Chairman: Thurman Pate, Ph.D.
Faculty:
John Carter, M.Ed. Greg Ketteman, Ed.D. Etta C. Patterson, Ed.D. Russell Campbell, M.Ed. (adjunct) Amy Gladson, M.Ed. (adjunct) Kathy Murphy, M.Ed. (adjunct) Kenneth Riggs, Ph.D. (adjunct) Kathy Turner, M.Ed. (adjunct)
Welch College offers programs of study to help students develop into competent Christian educators, especially for Christian schools but also for licensure in Tennessee to teach in public or private schools. The intended function of these programs is to train teachers who are equally prepared to serve in the areas of academic teaching, missions, literature, and church education. Programs emphasize quality academic and pedagogical preparation and practice that will also prepare the student for entry into graduate school.
Concept of Teacher Education
The primary objective in teacher education is to fulfill the College’s Mission by preparing students to use teaching as a tool in serving Christ and His Church. More specifically, the College’s objective is to graduate well prepared teachers who exhibit a commitment to strong Christian standards and develop into reflective decision makers. This assumes a research-based body of knowledge and practice that provides a significant part of this preparation, and that God created each person to function in the intellectual, emotional, and physical domains with spiritual character. Philosophically, the College and Teacher Education Department operate on the basis of belief that God created man as an innocent, spiritual being. By transgression, humanity lost that innocence and became separated from God, needing the restoration that results from regeneration and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Thus, the teacher education programs emphasize the need to address the spiritual, as well as the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical nature of man. Only the person who has experienced a restored spiritual relationship with the Creator can be truly prepared for successful living or service. In this way, the need of the whole man is met. When each domain is addressed, when preparation is founded on a Bible-based curriculum, and when such a research base of professional knowledge is incorporated into a program of teacher education, there is greater probability that the student will Department of Teacher Education—101
develop appropriate teaching skills. There is likewise a greater likelihood that the student will succeed as a Christian educator with quality and professionalism.
Teacher Education Programs
Teacher education programs that lead to state licensure build on majors and an Arts and Sciences core. Each student is expected to demonstrate quality performance in a well constructed, rigorous degree program designed to add appropriate, researchbased knowledge, skills, and supervised practice to these other components. Programs are thus constructed to prepare teachers for effective Christian service, enabling their students to reach maximum potential spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically. In 1998, the U.S. Congress approved Title II of the Higher Education Act. Section 207 of Title II requires the annual preparation and submission of three reports on teacher education and licensing. A passing score on certain standardized tests must be achieved before a student may be admitted to a teacher education program. Other tests on teaching and subject area are required before licensure is granted. The pass rate on these tests must be reported to the state by April 7 for the previous year. The annual state reports must include quartile rankings for each reporting institution in the state based on its pass rate in each aggregate category of assessment and its summary pass rate. As the 41 institutions in Tennessee with teacher education programs were ranked for the most recent report to congress, our most recent completers passed 94% of all tests. Most years a 100% pass rate is achieved. The following licensure programs are offered: • Early Childhood Licensure (major in Early Childhood), PreK-3 • Elementary Education Licensure (major in Child Development and Learning), K-6 • Secondary Education Licensure (major in Bible, Biology, English, History, History/Economics, or History/Psychology), 7-12 • Physical Education Licensure, K-12 • Music Education Licensure, K-12
Teacher Education Post-Baccalaureate Licensure
As provided by the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE), Welch College offers a program leading to teacher licensure for students who have already graduated with a baccalaureate degree. This program is offered either through the Adult Degree Program or though regular day courses. Requirements for participation, completion, and recommendation for licensure are: 1. a baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited college or university; 2. a major emphasis with at least 36 hours in an area approved for licensure by the TDOE; 3. application to and approval by the TE Admissions Committee for licensure program admission prior to professional core enrollment; 4. maintenance of at least a 2.75 g.p.a. overall, in the major, and in professional development core for all courses taken at Welch College. Upon application, the TE Department will review the student’s baccalaureate 102—Department of Teacher Education
transcript(s) and determine the courses needed to complete all TDOE requirements and Welch College competencies expected. A program completion template will be developed and entered into the Registrar’s records software data base before the student registers showing all courses and activities required to complete the personalized licensure and major cores’ requirements.
Admission To a Teacher Education Program
A student should apply for formal admission to one of these programs during the second semester of the sophomore year. The Teacher Education Admissions Committee considers these factors when deciding on an application: (1) personal adjustment, (2) character, (3) skill in communication, and (4) grade-point average (g.p.a.). Before admission to a program, the student must successfully complete the Praxis I Assessments. This should be taken during the first semester of the sophomore year. A student is exempt if he or she has made a composite score of 22 on the enhanced ACT or 1020 on the recentered SAT. To be admitted, a student must have a 2.50 g.p.a. overall and in all majors. For admission to student teaching, graduation, and recommendation for licensure, a g.p.a. of 2.75 must have been achieved overall in the major for which licensure is sought and in the Professional Education core. This applies to all the College’s teacher education programs. Once a student has been withdrawn from eligibility to take courses in the TE professional core due to any reason including an inadequate g.p.a., he or she must reapply to the TE Admissions Committee before taking any further TE courses. No professional courses taken at any other school during this period of suspension will be recognized by Welch College. For more complete information, see the Teacher Education Handbook.
Approval for Student Teaching
The Teacher Education Admissions Committee must also give official approval before the student can engage in student teaching. The following are required: (1) The student must be formally admitted to the program, as described above. (2) The student must show progress in development as a student and person. A student who has been advised of the need for improvement in any area–in grades (2.75 overall in the major for which licensure is sought and in the professional core), speaking skill, personality traits, etc.–will be reevaluated before approval for student teaching and must demonstrate improvement. (3) The student must be classified as a senior and have completed all methods courses in the teaching field. The final step in approval for student teaching includes confirmation of assignment to a cooperating teacher and school. (4) The student must have completed all courses in his major core. (This includes First Aid/CPR certification.) (5) The student must sign an official student teaching contract. Again, for more complete information, see the Teacher Education Handbook and the Student Teaching Handbook. Note: Before being approved for student teaching, all candidates must have completed all other academic course work and field experience degree completion requirements. Department of Teacher Education—103
Only in the event that a course was not offered during the previous two years will consideration be given to approving the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taking any academic work other than the Student Teaching Seminar, which must be taken concurrent with student teaching, during the student teaching experience. Permission to take such a course requires prior approval of the Teacher Education Admissions Committee and the Provost, and will be limited to no more than three hours.
Professional Education Core: Objectives Common To All Programs
By virtue of the core of Professional Education courses included in all teacher education programs, all graduates of teacher education programs should be able to teach effectively at the appropriate level and in the field chosen. They should also be able to: (1) know, understand, and use the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) they will teach; (2) understand how students learn and develop and provide learning opportunities that support student intellectual, social, and personal development; (3) understand how students differ in their approaches to learning and create instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners; (4) understand and use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills; (5) use an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation; (6) use knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom; (7) plan instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals; (8) know, understand, and use formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuing intellectual, social, and physical development of the learner; (9) be reflective practitioners who continually evaluate the effects of their choices and actions on others and who actively seek out opportunities to grow professionally; (10) foster relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support students' learning and well-being; (11) use technology and technology-based resources to facilitate developmentally appropriate student learning, to enhance their professional growth and productivity, explore uses of emerging resources promoting the equitable, ethical, and legal use of technology resources.
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Cores for Licensure Programs Bible Core: 30 hours BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2 BIB 1011, 1031, 2032, 2062 Bible Survey, 10 BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2 THE 3102 Christian Ethics, 3 THE 3602 Bible Doctrines, 3 (THE 2061, 2062 required for programs prior to 2014-15) IDS 2001, 3101, 4101 Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 6 PHL 3602 Christian Philosophy, 3 BIB/THE Elective, 1 (must be at the 4000 level) (NOTE: If a 2.75 g.p.a. is obtained in Bible Core, the student may receive licensure in Bible.)
Arts and Sciences Core: 41 hours ENG 1011, 1022 Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Introduction to Composition and Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Composition II, 6 ENG 2111, 2122 Masterpieces of World Literature I and II, 6 HIS 1011, 1022 History of Western Civilization I and II, 6 IDS 1001, 2001 Leadership and Calling: Personal Development and Leadership Principles, 4 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 MUS 1002 Music Introduction and Appreciation, 3 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness and PHE Activity Elective, 3 BIO 1001 Systems in Biological Science and BIO 1011 Lab, 4 SPE 1000 Fundamentals of Speech, 3 SSC 3101 Marriage and the Family, 3 Professional Core: 34 or 35 hours PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 EDU 2001 Introduction to Education, 2 EDU 2102 Educational Psychology, 2 EDU 3651 Instructional Technology, 2 EDU 3801 Exceptional Child, 3 EDU 4201 School Assessment, 2 EDU Methods Course: 2 or 3 hours ECE 3512 Effective Methods of Teaching Young Children, 3 MUS 4241 Music Methods and Materials, 3 PHE 4707 Teaching Secondary Physical Education, 2 EDE 4302 Methods and Materials of Secondary Education, 3 EDU 4322 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Area, 3 EDU 4401 History and Philosophy of Education, 2 EDU 4450 Introduction to Student Teaching, 1 EDU 4500 Student Teaching Seminar, 2 EDU Enhanced Student Teaching: 10 hours EDU 4620 Enhanced Student Teaching: K-6, 10 EDU 4650 Enhanced Student Teaching: PreK-3, 10 EDU 4700 Enhanced Student Teaching: K-12, 10 EDU 4800 Enhanced Student Teaching: 7-12, 10 Department of Teacher Educationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;105
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Early Childhood Programs (PreK-3) Program Coordinator: Etta Patterson, Ed.D. Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Early Childhood
(May be used for licensure for grades PreK-3 or for non-licensure) Designed for those who desire to work with young children, this program places emphasis on early childhood development and the teaching of reading and mathematics. Upon successful completion of the major and Professional Education core and the passing of required exit examinations (PRAXIS II), the student will be recommended for licensure for grades PreK-3 and for the certificate for early childhood teaching. This program may be taken for non-licensure by substituting another minor for the Professional Education core. In addition to meeting the specific objectives stated elsewhere for the major in Theological Studies, for the Arts and Sciences core, and for the Professional Education core, the graduate will also meet specific objectives for early childhood. Graduates should be able to: (1) exhibit an understanding of the developmental needs of young children; (2) select appropriate materials for specific age groups; (3) meet the educational needs of students with unique demands; (4) demonstrate competency in the various methods of teaching reading, including phonics, whole language, and other approaches; (5) demonstrate competency in the teaching of elementary mathematics; (6) implement training and/or theory with practical experiences in at least two different classroom settings. Requirements: 133 hours, with a 2.50 g.p.a. in all majors, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program) and a 2.75 g.p.a. for admission to student teaching, and licensure. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 105) (2) Arts and Sciences Core, 41 hours (page 105) (includes IDS 1902, 3101, 4101 and PHL 3602 counted in Bible major) (3) Professional Education Core with ECE 3512 and EDU 4650 (minus ECE 3512, PSY 2401, EDU 3801, EDU 4326), 23 hours (4) Early Childhood major, 39 hours: (a) Concentration in Early Childhood (20 hours) PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 PHE 3503 Psychomotor Development of Children, 3 ECE 2702 Developing Creative Expression in Children, 2 106â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Department of Teacher Education
ECE 3251 Administering Children and Community Programs, 3 ECE 3411 Caring for Infants and Toddlers, 3 ECE 3512 Effective Methods of Teaching Children, 3 EDU 3801 The Exceptional Child, 3 (b) Content Area Focus in Reading and Mathematics (19 hours) LSC 3012 Literature for Children Through Elementary and Middle Grades, 2 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 MAT 2011-2022 Mathematics Concepts I & II, 6 EDU 3601 Teaching Reading and Phonics, 3 EDU 4101 Teaching Elementary Language Arts, 2 EDU 4322 Teaching Reading/Writing in Content Area, 3
The Associate of Science Degree: Early Childhood
Designed for those who desire to work with young children in childcare facilities or as an instructional aide, this program places emphases on early childhood development and working with young learners. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will qualify for the certificate for early childhood. In addition to meeting the specific objectives stated elsewhere for the major in Theological Studies, for the Arts and Sciences core, and for the Professional Education core, the graduate will also meet specific objectives for early childhood. Graduates should be able to: (1) exhibit an understanding of the developmental needs of young children; (2) select appropriate materials for specific age groups; (3) meet the educational needs of students with unique demands; (4) work with teachers in the educational program of young children. Requirements: 64 hours, with a C average (2.00 g.p.a.) overall and in all segments of the degree. (1) Theological Studies, 16 hours: BIB 1100 Introduction to Biblical Studies, 2 BIB 1250 Evangelism and Discipleship, 2 BIB 1011-1031 OT/NT Survey, 6 BIB 2032-2062 OT/NT Survey, 4 IDS 1902 Christianity, Culture, and Worldview, 2 (2) Arts and Sciences core, 25 hours: ENG 1011-1022 Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Introduction to Composition; and Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Composition II, 6 HIS 1001, 1022 History of Western Civilization, 6 IDS 1001 Leadership and Calling: Personal Development, 2 IDS 2001 Leadership and Calling: Leadership Principles, 2 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 MUS 1002 Music Introduction and Appreciation, 3 PHE 2100 Lifetime Fitness and PHE Activity Elective, 3 (3) Concentration in Early Childhood, 23 hours: PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 PHE 3503 Psychomotor Development of Children, 3 Department of Teacher Educationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;107
EDU 2001 Introduction to Education, 2 EDU 2312 Guiding Children and Managing the Classroom, 2 ECE 2411 Caring for Infants and Toddlers, 3 ECE 2512 Effective Methods of Teaching Children, 3 ECE 2702 Developing Creative Expression in Children, 2 EDU 3801 The Exceptional Child, 3 EDE 4101 Teaching Elementary Language Arts, 2
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Department of Teacher Education
Child Development & Learning Programs (K-6) Program Coordinator: Etta Patterson, Ed.D.
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Child Development and Learning
(May be used for licensure for grades K-6) This program will prepare the student to teach with competence as a highly qualified teacher in an elementary school or kindergarten, whether in a Christian or public school. In addition to the objectives stated for the Theological Studies major, the Arts and Sciences component of all degree programs, the Professional Education core of the licensure programs, specific objectives states that the graduate should also be able to: (1) select appropriate materials for specific groups; (2) meet the educational needs of students with unique demands; (3) demonstrate competency in the various methods of teaching reading in the elementary classroom, and in the teaching of language arts skills; (4) demonstrate an understanding of effective teaching of mathematical and science content and processes; (5) implement training and/or theory with practical experiences in at least two diverse classroom settings. The major in Child Development and Learning requires a concentration in the area of how students develop and learn. Also included is a content area focus on language arts and mathematics. Requirements: 137 hours with a 2.50 g.p.a. in all majors, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program) and a 2.75 g.p.a. for admission to student teaching, and licensure. (1) Theological Studies major, 30 hours (page 105) (2) Arts and Sciences Core (page 105) (includes SCI 2204, SCI 2214 or BIO 3103, BIO 3113) (IDS 190, 310, 410 counted in Bible, MAT 1101 counted in major), 42 hours: (3) The Professional Education Core (minus MAT 1101, PSY 2401, EDU 3801, EDU 4322), 29 hours (4) Child Development and Learning Major, 36 hours Concentration in Child Development and Learning (14 hours) ECE 3512 Effective Methods of Teaching Children, 3 PHE 3503 Psychomotor Development of Children, 3 PSY 2401 Lifespan Development, 3 Department of Teacher Educationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;109
EDU 3801 The Exceptional Child, 3 EDU 4002 Educational Strategies, 3 Content Area Focus in Language Arts and Mathematics (22 hours) ENG 4006 Advanced Grammar, 3 LSC 3012 Literature for Children Through the Elementary and Middle Grades, 2 MAT 1101 College Algebra, 3 MAT 2011-2022 Mathematics Concepts I & II, 6 EDU 3601 Teaching Reading and Phonics, 3 EDU 4101 Language Arts, 2 EDU 4322 Reading and Writing in the Content Areas, 3
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Department of Teacher Education
K-12 & Secondary Licensure Programs (6-12)†
†Licensure expanded from 7-12 to 6-12 beginning Sept., 2014
Program Coordinator: Thurman Pate, Ph.D.
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Theological Studies
This program of study combines the College’s regular Theological Studies major with an Arts and Sciences core and a Professional Education core and has the purpose of preparing students to teach Bible at the high school level. The primary purpose in offering this program is to provide for those who plan to teach in Christian schools. It leads to licensure by the Tennessee Department of Education to teach Bible in grades 6-12. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee Department of Education. Specific objectives for this program include those stated for Theological Studies (page 59), the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), and those stated for the common Professional Education core of all teacher education programs (page 109). Requirements: 125 hours, with a 2.50 g.p.a. average in the majors, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program) and a 2.75 g.p.a. for admission to student teaching, and licensure. (Course requirements listed on page 62.)
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Biology Education
This program is designed to prepare students to teach with competence as a highly qualified teacher in middle school science or secondary biological science in Christian or public schools. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments, including the Specialty Area test in Science, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee Department of Education. Graduates should be able to: (1) demonstrate significant proficiency in areas of science which support the field of biology; (2) apply scientific knowledge and principles in the context of the field of biology; (3) synthesize Biblical values, general knowledge, and scientific principles to support a career in biology education. Requirements: 137 Hours with a 2.50 g.p.a. in all majors for licensure, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program) and a 2.75 g.p.a. for admission to student teaching, and licensure. (Course requirements listed on page 73.)
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in English
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to teach English in grades 6-12 in the public schools of Tennessee. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments, including the Specialty Area test in English, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee Department of Education. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59), those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), and those stated for the Professional Education core common to all teacher education programs (page 105). The graduate should also be able: (1) to define the characteristics and role of the teacher of English; (2) to select, read, interpret, and evaluate literature in a variety of genres; (3) to identify and follow the steps for writing a literary research paper; (4) to demonstrate competency in the various methods of teaching English in the secondary school classroom. Requirements: 141 hours, with a 2.50 g.p.a. in all majors for licensure, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program) and a 2.75 g.p.a. for admission to student teaching, and licensure. (Course requirements listed on page 81.)
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in History
This program incorporates the History major and the Arts and Sciences core along with the Professional Education core to prepare students to teach History skillfully in Christian, private, or public junior and senior high schools. The program leads to licensure in Tennessee which provides for students to be able to teach History in grades 6-12 in public schools. Licensure requires the successful completion of the PRAXIS II Assessments including the Specialty Area test in History, according to minimum scores determined by the Tennessee Department of Education. Specific objectives include those stated for the major in Theological Studies (page 59), those stated for the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), and those stated for the Professional Education core which is characteristic of other teacher education programs (page 105). The graduate should also be able to: (1) demonstrate competency in a variety of teaching methods; (2) apply Christian virtues and ideas in the explanation and presentation of historical concepts; (3) critically analyze modern emphases in the educational world; (4) incorporate basic research tools and skills in order to write about and interpret history. Requirements: 135 hours, with a 2.50 g.p.a in all majors, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the Teacher Education program, admission to student teaching, and licensure). (Course requirements listed on page 87)
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Music Education
(May be used for licensure to teach either vocal, general or instrumental Music) The College offers this program, which combines its music major with an Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56) and Professional Education core (page 105) to prepare a student to teach music in the Christian, public, or private school, grades K-12, or to continue music education at the graduate level. The objectives of this program include those stated for the Biblical Studies Ma112â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Department of Teacher Education
jor, the General Education core, and the Professional Education core common to all teacher education programs. The graduate should also be able to demonstrate: (1) the music skills and techniques that are demanded in the various disciplines cultivated in this program of study; (2) understanding and appreciation for the development of the music of the Western civilization as related both to life in general and to the music of the school and church; (3) ability to teach either vocal, general music, or instrumental music in grades K-12 and efficiently organize and direct elementary, middle, and secondary music programs in either Christian or public schools; (4) ability to evaluate music needs and arrange or compose choral music to meet those needs; (5) understanding of the historical, philosophical, and sociological foundations underlying music education in America, whether in public or Christian education; (6) ability to perform with skill. Requirements: 149 hours (vocal/general) or 153 hours (instrumental), with a 2.50 g.p.a. in all majors, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program) and a 2.75 g.p.a. for admission to student teaching, and licensure. (Course requirements listed on page 98.)
Bachelor of Science Degree: Major in Physical Education
This program, when it includes both the Physical Education major and the Professional Education core (as outlined below), will prepare students to teach Physical Education in grades K-12, whether in a Christian, public, or private school. The program is designed to meet all requirements for licensure to teach Physical Education in the public schools in Tennessee. Licensure also requires successful completion of the Praxis II Assessments, including the Specialty Area test in Physical Education, according to minimum scores set by the Tennessee Department of Education. Objectives of the program include those stated elsewhere for the Theological Studies Major (page 59), the Arts and Sciences core (pages 54-56), and the Professional Education core common to all teacher education programs (page 105). The graduate should also be able to: (1) design, implement, and maintain a physical education program for todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school; (2) articulate a meaningful philosophy of physical education; (3) design exercise programs using established principles and guidelines; (4) analyze the teaching act as a means of continually improving teaching skills. Requirements: 131 hours, with a 2.50 g.p.a. in all majors, the professional core, and overall (required for admission to the program) and a 2.75 g.p.a. for admission to student teaching, and licensure. (Course requirements listed on page 83.)
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Adult Studies
Director: Allan Crowson, M.B.A. Assistant to the Director: Jena Simpson
The Adult Studies Department serves to extend the mission of Welch College “to educate leaders to serve Christ, His Church, and His world through Biblical thought and life” to nontraditional students. The college extends opportunities for Christian higher education to nontraditional students through two primary means: (1) Online Learning courses and programs provide an opportunity for individuals who are not able to take courses on campus to receive a Bible-based education in their own home, through a flexible, interactive, online format. • The online Associate of Science in Ministry degree addresses the needs bivocational pastors, volunteer lay workers in the local church, and other individuals who want college education, taught from a Christian worldview, that will support and extend the ministry of the local church in their communities. • TheAssociate of Science in Business degree helps students develop the character and skills necessary for efficiency as accounting clerks, office managers, or other office workers. • An Associate of Arts degree serves as a good platform from which students can move into any number of other areas. • The Bachelor of Science degree in General Christian Ministry is an excellent choice for pastors and other Christian leaders. Contact Jena Simpson (jenasimpson@welch.edu) for more information. (2) The Adult Degree Program (ADP) offers regular classes on campus at nontraditional times (nights and weekends). These courses involve a format more suitable for adult learners. Although ADP courses may run as long as an entire semester, they ordinarily run six weeks. The Adult Degree Program addresses the needs of: • Those who have completed the equivalent of an associates degree. • Those who want to take college courses for personal enrichment or professional development. Some courses involve 10-week sessions. Usually these are courses requiring more detailed work (e.g., accounting). Lifetime Learning courses exist as a separate category, supplementing both the Online Learning and Adult Degree Programs. 114—Adult Studies
Online Learning Director: Allan Crowson, M.B.A. Mission
Welch College seeks to fulfill its mission – to educate leaders to serve Christ, His Church, and His world through Biblical thought and life – in ways that go beyond standard classroom situations.
Online Learning at Welch
Welch College, along with much of the academic community, seeks to take advantages of the possibilities offered by online course delivery. At the same time, it seeks to retain the advantages of its unique teacher classroom experience. Most of the online courses from Welch College combine the convenience of online accessibility with the benefit of our teacher-driven instructional style. Students enrolled in online courses at Welch College access their course material via the Internet, at the time and place of their choosing, yet interact with other students taking the same courses, via online discussions. Online courses require broadband Internet service (e.g., cable, DSL, fiber, or high-speed satellite Internet service) for an optimal experience. Currently, students may obtain the Associate of Science in Ministry, the Associate of Science in Business, the Associate of Arts, and the Bachelor of Science in General Christian Ministry degrees via online coursework. These online degrees require no campus time or coursework whatsoever.
Time Limits
Students in the online program must in most cases adhere to a similar semester as for courses offered on campus. However, the online program divides the semester into three six-week sessions. Session A begins slightly before the campus semester, and Session C extends just beyond the campus semester. Late enrollment in courses does not affect the requirement to complete the course by the allotted finish date, as well as to catch up with the syllabus within a time frame acceptable to the instructor.
Cost
The tuition rate for online and ADP courses is $328 per semester hour. Courses are typically two or three credit hours each. Textbooks average $30-$100 per course, and are available through http://www.eCampus.com/welch. Students will still need to visit the eCampus website to obtain textbooks.
Financial Aid
Online degree-seeking students are eligible to apply for institutional and federal financial aid. This aid requires the student to enroll in at least six semester hours per semester. Students who receive federal student loans must begin repayment six months after Adult Studies—115
completing college. Students registered for at least six semester hours of coursework in a given semester are not required to make loan payments. Students who are eligible for federal financial aid may also be eligible to receive not only federal student loans but also federal grants (e.g., Pell grants), as well as other grants and scholarships.
Financial Obligations
• Student accounts are to be kept current each semester. • By the third week of the first session in which enrolled, the student must settle the account by exercising one or more of the following options: 1. Pay for the semester; or 2. Make arrangements with the Financial Aid Office for the semester’s financial obligations by either or both of Student Loans or Grants, or Short-Term Institutional Loan with Welch College. Students who do not pay according to FAO requirements may find themselves disenrolled from subsequent courses.
Enrollment
Students who wish to take a course for college credit at Welch College should begin the process by completing an Online Learning application. Former students need to complete an application for readmission. Course syllabi, as well as the Online Learning content delivery system, will contain contact information.
Deferment
The College realizes that students engaged in distance learning often face unexpected challenges and difficulties during any given semester. Online Learning students may choose to defer the course in which they are enrolled to the next semester. Students must make such appeals in writing prior to half-way through the Session in which they are currently enrolled. Students may receive a maximum of one deferment. Students who defer courses may be required to pay any difference in official tuition rates that may be announced between their request and the beginning of the next semester. Students requesting deferment must submit a formal written appeal to the Adult Studies Department, who will also confer with the course instructor(s). Appeals must include documentation supporting the request, such as doctors’ statements, letters from employers, etc., on official letterhead when applicable. Students who are granted deferments will be required to start coursework from the beginning in the new semester. They will need to resubmit all completed assignments and retake any tests or assessments. The above statements on deferment apply equally well to deferment for Lifetime Learning courses for Online Learning students.
Financial Withdrawals
• Withdrawals before the beginning of class receive a 100% tuition refund. • Withdrawals during the first week of class receive a tuition refund of 90%. • Withdrawal during the second week will receive a tuition refund of 45%. • Withdrawal after the end of the second week will receive no tuition refund.
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Appeals
Students may register an appeal, following the procedure below: • Address an appeal regarding a grade to the Registrar, within one month of the final day of class. • Address an appeal regarding finances to the V.P. for Financial Affairs. • Address an appeal regarding discipline to the V.P. For Student Services • Address any other appeal to the Provost. All appeals must be in writing, must state the nature of the appeal, and must give a rationale, with all necessary documentation.
Student Services
Students enrolled in Online Learning programs at Welch College are eligible to receive the same services provided to on-campus students. These include, but are not limited to, services of the Dean of Students, academic counseling, and library access. The directory at the end of this Catalog will include appropriate contact information.
Library
Students enrolled in Online Learning programs at Welch College have full access to the Welch Library, on campus and online. Students may contact the Welch Library to access a copy of an article from a periodical or to withdraw a book.
Syllabus
Each course in the Online Learning program will have its own syllabus. Please refer to the course syllabus for course objectives, schedule of activities, access to faculty, grading, course requirements, research paper style and requirements if applicable, and final completion dates. Address further questions to OnlineLearning@welch.edu.
Textbooks
Visit the link on the Online Learning website, or visit http://www.eCampus.com/welch to order textbooks.
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Adult Degree Program
Director: Allan Crowson, M.B.A.
Mission
Welch College has designed the Adult Degree Program (ADP) to extend its mission “to educate leaders to serve Christ, His Church, and His world through Biblical thought and life” to nontraditional students. The ADP offers regular classes on campus at nontraditional times (nights and weekends). These courses involve a format more suitable for adult learners. Although ADP courses may run as long as an entire semester, they ordinarily run six weeks. Two groups represent those whose needs the Adult Degree Program addresses: • Those who completed the equivalent of an associate's degree. • Those who want to take college courses for personal enrichment or professional development. Some courses involve 10-week sessions. Usually these are courses requiring more detailed work (e.g., accounting). ADP students may also include day classes on campus, online courses or lifetime learning courses as part of their program. Students enrolled in four-year programs may find it especially helpful to supplement their scheduling possibilities in this way.
Entrance Requirements
Requirements for entrance into the ADP are the same as for the traditional program (page 16). While students may be accepted as special students without having met all admission requirements, they may not enter a degree program until they have met all admission requirements. The combined number of FTE in the regular program and ADP cannot exceed 5% of the total student FTE.
Programs
The Adult Degree Program provides the following options:* • B.S. in Biblical Studies (General Christian Ministries Track, page 66) • Initial Teacher Education Licensure (undergraduate and post-baccalaureate) *Completion of these programs depends on individual transfer credit granted (see page 20) and may require enrollment in some online or day courses.
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Education Licensure Program
The Teacher Licensure program through Welch College’s Adult Degree Program allows students with an approved major and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university to obtain Tennessee licensure on a nontraditional schedule. Students entering this program must have at least a bachelor’s degree with an Arts and Sciences major from an approved, regionally accredited college or university. Students must have maintained a grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher overall and in the major area of study. They must as well submit a request to the Teacher Education 118—Adult Studies
Admissions Committee and be approved for entrance into a licensure program prior to course enrollment. The Teacher Education faculty will evaluate the transcripts. Teacher Education faculty recommendations regarding course and experience requirements will be forwarded to the Provost for his approval. Students will be expected to complete the professional core as appropriate and the courses in the major and general education cores where deficits may occur. In the event the applicant has an associate’s degree, he must meet all requirements as expected of any other student without a bachelor’s level degree. See the section regarding post-baccalaureate Teacher Education licensure shown in the Teacher Education section of this Catalog. Students may appeal the transcript evaluation and program recommendations in writing. They should forward this appeal to the Teacher Education Chair within three weeks of notification of program completion needs. A conference will occur with the Admissions Committee. Any and all applicants seeking licensure only should make application at least 30 days before the semester begins in order to give time for transcript analysis. The College will charge a $37 transcript analysis fee for students who have not yet made application to Welch College.
Cost
The tuition rate for online and ADP courses is $328 per semester hour for students 24 and older. Courses are typically two or three credit hours each. Textbooks average $30-$100 per course, and are available through http://www.eCampus.com/welch. The College charges an academic services fee per semester, based on the number of credits in which a student is enrolled (see the financial section beginning on page 25). The Financial Information section (page 25) and the chapter on Financial Aid (page 29) contain information on deferred payment plans and financial aid. Lifetime Learning courses taken for non-credit have a single $100 per course fee. Students will still need to visit the eCampus website to obtain textbooks.
Enrollment
Students in the Adult Degree Program may wish to also take courses via Lifetime Learning, Online Learning, or campus courses in the traditional day program. The College does not require Welch College students to enroll for only one specified area of content delivery.
Academic Drops
A drop occurs when a student decides not to take a class in which he or she has enrolled, and officially drops the course before it meets for the first class period. In this case, the student receives a 100% refund of tuition money.
Academic Withdrawals
Students who feel they will be unable to meet the course requirements may withdraw from the course without academic penalty before the fifth class meeting. Withdrawal after the fifth class meeting will result in a grade assignment of W/P or W/F. The student must withdraw by submitting the proper withdrawal form. The Adult Degree Program office will provide the appropriate form. Adult Studies—119
Students who fail to complete a course for acceptable reasons in the given time frame stated for a course receive a grade of I (Incomplete), if, in the event of an emergency the professor approves the written request they have submitted. Students who fail to return for the next Session will have until eight weeks past the last day of the regular semester to complete all work. Students who enroll in another ADP course or a regular session course prior to this deadline will receive four weeks from the beginning date of course enrollment. • Drop prior to 1st class period: No grade • Drop after 1st class, but before 5th class period: Grade W • Drop after 5th class period: Grade WP or WF
Financial Withdrawals
• Withdrawals before the beginning of class receive a 100% tuition refund. • Withdrawals after the course has begun but before the 2nd class period receive a tuition refund of 90%. • Withdrawal after the 2nd class period but before the 1st class period will receive a tuition refund of 45%. • Withdrawal after the 3rd class period will receive no tuition refund.
Appeals
Students may register an appeal, following the procedure below: • Address an appeal regarding a grade to the Registrar, within 10 days of the final day of semester for which grades are appealed. • Address an appeal regarding finances to the V.P. for Financial Affairs. • Address an appeal regarding discipline to the V.P. For Student Services. • Address any other appeal to the Provost. All appeals must be in writing, must state the nature of the appeal, and must give a rationale, with all necessary documentation.
Student Services
Students enrolled in Adult Degree Program at Welch College are eligible to receive the same services provided to on-campus students. These include, but are not limited to, services of the Dean of Students, academic counseling, and library access. The directory at the end of this catalog will include appropriate contact information.
Library
Students enrolled in Adult Degree Program at Welch College have full access to the Welch Library, on campus and online. Students may contact the Welch Library to access a copy of an article from a periodical or to withdraw a book.
Syllabus
Each course in the Adult Degree Program will have its own syllabus. Please refer to the course syllabus for course objectives, schedule of activities, access to faculty, grading, course requirements, research paper style and requirements if applicable, and final completion dates.
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Textbooks
Visit http://www.eCampus.com/welch to order textbooks.
Contact
For more information on the Adult Degree Program, email adultdegree@welch.edu, or call (615) 844-5226.
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Lifetime Learning Director: Allan Crowson, M.B.A.
Lifetime Learning courses are designed to supplement course offerings for students enrolled in the online or adult degree completion programs. They are especially designed for situations where students may have difficulties scheduling certain required courses in the programs in which they are enrolled. Lifetime Learning courses are delivered online or via optical media (CD/DVD), depending on the course. These materials contain audio recordings or videos of actual classroom sessions, providing students with the opportunity to hear and/or see the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highly qualified and respected professors. It is the closest experience to actually being in the classroom. A qualified professor for the course will guide the student, evaluate student work, and assign grades. Lifetime Learning courses also require the same kind of Internet access as the courses in the Online Learning program. Course information such as syllabi, assignments, and other requirements are accessed and/or submitted via the Web.
College Credit
Students may enroll in a course for the purpose of receiving college credit. This requires them to complete equivalent requirements and achieve comparable outcomes when compared to students who engage in the same course on the campus of Welch College. Students will need to submit assignments on a scheduled basis, take proctored tests, and pay the same tuition as that which applies for the program in which they are enrolled. Successful completion of the course allows a student to apply the credits toward degree requirements, or because of the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regional and professional accreditation, transfer the credits to another institution (students should check with the other institution to determine if the course taken may be transferred).
Non-Credit
Individuals not seeking a college degree may take courses on a non-credit basis. Many individuals wish to further their Biblical knowledge for the purpose of selfenrichment; however, they do not wish to invest the time and efforts required to meet the requirements of a college-level course. Courses taken for non-credit provide the student with the same information and materials at a significantly reduced rate. The College does not upgrade a course taken for non-credit to credit status at a later date.
Time Limits
Lifetime Learning students receiving financial aid must complete their courses within the semester of enrollment, except as approved based on written appeal. Students facing emergencies may seek approval of a written appeal, and obtain up to eight weeks from the end of the semester to turn all work in to the Lifetime Learning office. The post-marked date or the date of online access will serve to verify that the course has been completed within the proper time.
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Exams
Courses taken for college credit through Lifetime Learning require that exams be administered by an approved proctor. An approved proctor will include a professional person holding a responsible position such as: pastor, teacher, administrator of local school or college, deacon, church secretary, supervisor associated with student’s employment, or others as approved by the Lifetime Learning faculty. The proctor may not be a current student, a relative, or live at the same address as the student. The student must submit a student/proctor agreement form, signed both by the proctor and by the student. Once the College has approved a proctor, he or she will receive information concerning the administering of tests. Most courses have online tests, and are conducted in an online format. The proctor therefore needs to have Internet access at his or her location, or be able to supervise the student’s test at the student’s home.
Cost
Courses taken for college credit receive the same tuition charge that applies for the program in which students are enrolled. Courses are typically two or three credit hours each. Textbooks average $30-$100 per course, and are available through http:// www.eCampus.com/welch. Courses taken for non-credit receive a single $100 per course fee. This fee includes a copy of the course media (if applicable) and syllabi. The student will need to visit http://www.eCampus.com/welch to obtain textbooks for the course.
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Course Descriptions Courses in Biblical Languages LNG 2013, 2026. BEGINNING KOINE GREEK A beginning study of the Greek of the New Testament, including the fundamentals of the grammar, such as alphabet, vocabulary, pronunciation, accent, conjugations, and declensions, with emphasis on correct understanding of nouns and verbs, their cases, tenses, etc. Some attention to primary syntactical relations in preparation for making translation from the book of 1 John. Three hours each semester, offered fall semester odd years (2013) and spring semester even years (2026). LNG 3014. BEGINNING BIBLICAL HEBREW I Elementary study of the history, phonology, morphology, vocabulary, and grammar of Biblical Hebrew. Includes translation and analysis of selected passages from the Hebrew Old Testament. Three hours, offered fall semster even years. LNG 3025. BEGINNING BIBLICAL HEBREW II Continuation of Beginning Biblical Hebrew I, reinforcing basic principles of Hebrew grammar. Includes translation and analysis of selected passages from the Hebrew Old Testament, as well as introduction to resources for the study of Hebrew. Prerequisite: LNG 3014. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. LNG 3034, 3045. ADVANCED KOINE GREEK A more detailed review of the grammar of the Koine Greek, with most of the attention given to a proper understanding of the many syntactical arrangements in the Greek New Testament. Much time in actual translation. Prerequisite: LNG 2026 or equivalent. Three hours each semester, offered fall semester even years (3034), spring semester odd years (3045). LNG 4013. HEBREW EXEGESIS I Exegesis in the Hebrew text of selected passages from the Hebrew Old Testament. Includes introduction to the advanced study of the Hebrew grammar with a view toward homiletical application in the directed preparation of expository sermons and special studies. The course will count as a 4000-level Bible elective. Prerequisite: LNG 3025. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. LNG 4026. HEBREW EXEGESIS II Continuation of Hebrew Exegesis I, with concentration on exegetical techniques and further introduction to advanced grammar. The course will count as a 4000-level Bible elective. Prerequisite: LNG 4013. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. LNG 4037. GREEK EXEGESIS I: THE GOSPEL OF MARK This course consists of the translation and exegetical study of the Gospel of Mark. Attention is given to the principles of exegesis as well as to the details of translating the Greek text. The course is designed to increase the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skill in reading, translating, and interpreting the Greek text. The course may count as a 4000-level Bible elective. Prerequisites: LNG 2013-2026, 3034, 3045. Two hours, offered fall semester on demand. LNG 4047. GREEK EXEGESIS II: SELECTED PASSAGES IN THE GREEK NEW TESTAMENT Selections from the various literary forms found in the New Testament will be translated and exegeted. Attention is given to theological and homiletical applications of the texts. The course may be counted as a 4000-level Bible elective. Prerequisites: LNG 2013-2026, 3034-3045, 4037. Two hours, offered spring semester on demand.
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Courses in Biblical Studies BIB 1011. OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY: LAW AND HISTORY A survey of the Old Testament books of law (Genesis through Deuteronomy) and history (Joshua though Esther), emphasizing introduction, canonical context, theme, content, chronology, and other subjects pertinent to Biblical narrative literature. Required of all students during the freshman year. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BIB 1031. NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY: EPISTLES AND REVELATION A survey of the epistles of the New Testament (Pauline and General) and the book of Revelation. Emphasis will be placed on such matters as authorship, setting and purpose, themes, content, doctrine, and practical application. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BIB 1100. INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL STUDIES Provides a basic introduction to principles foundational for Biblical study. The course examines the doctrines of inspiration and canon and discusses principles of Biblical interpretation as well as transmission and translation of the Biblical text. It also provides necessary Biblical background information for the student including geography, chronology, history, culture, and doctrinal development. Two hours, offered each semester annually. BIB 1250. EVANGELISM AND DISCIPLESHIP A Biblical study of the basics of the Christian life, designed to help students understand what it means to be Christ’s disciple, with primary attention given to such things as authenticity, cost, and the rewards of discipleship. Substantial time is spent discussing the methods, message, and means of personal evangelism, including the memorization of useful Biblical passages and attention to typical errors and difficulties faced by soul-winners. Other key topics include the disciple’s conversion, spirituality, worship, integrity, speech, thought life, stewardship, and witness. Two hours, offered each semester annually. BIB 2032. OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY: POETRY AND PROPHECY A survey of the Old Testament books of poetry and wisdom (Job through Song of Solomon) and prophecy (Isaiah through Malachi), emphasizing introduction, canonical context, theme and content, chronology, and other subjects pertinent to Hebrew poetry and to wisdom and prophetic literature. Required of all students during the sophomore year. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. BIB 2062. NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY: GOSPELS AND ACTS A survey of the four gospel accounts of the New Testament including (1) the political, social, and cultural background of first-century Palestine and the New Testament era; (2) the religious climate of the day, especially with regard to Judaism; (3) the chronological setting for the gospel events; and (4) introductory issues involved in the study of the Gospels, including authorship, date of writing, purpose and theme, and content with particular focus upon the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ as portrayed by the Gospel writers. The course also provides a survey of the book of Acts focusing on (1) the growth of the early church, (2) the life and ministry of the apostle Paul, and (3) introductory issues involved in the study of the book of Acts including date, authorship, purpose, themes, and content. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. BIB 2601. BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION An introductory study of the key essentials for interpreting the Bible correctly. The classroom becomes a laboratory where the student is trained to discover the meaning of Biblical passages by applying correct principles and using proper tools, including word studies and paragraph analysis and how to draw, from the truths learned, principles for application to contemporary needs. Three hours, offered fall semester annually.
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BIB 2907. SEMINAR IN BIBLICAL STUDIES A guided seminar in Biblical studies presented in a modular format for all students, as approved by the faculty of the Theological Studies Department. The course is supervised by a faculty member with appropriate academic and experience qualifications in the content area. All seminars will require a research paper or application project. Such courses involve appropriate in-class faculty-to-student contact of at least 14 hours for a one-hour course, 26 hours for a two-hour course, and 39 hours for a three-hour course. Each seminar has at least one week of reflection for a one-hour course, two weeks of reflection for a two-hour course, and three weeks of reflection for a three-hour course after the classroom seminar, before final projects are due. All course materials, in an appropriate language and/ or other format, are delivered to students to be received at least one month in advance of the course. Students are encouraged to research or develop a research-based project related to their intended area of professional involvement. May be repeated only once and not to exceed a total of six hours credit. One to three hours, offered as approved on demand. BIB 3107. THE HOLY SPIRIT Involves students in a Biblical study of the Holy Spirit–who He is and what He does, including some attention to His ministry during Old Testament times and more thorough investigation of the New Testament teaching regarding, for example, His relationship to the individual believer and to the Church as a whole. Emphasizes both the doctrinal and practical implications of the Holy Spirit for today’s world. Two hours, offered on demand. BIB 3907. SEMINAR IN BIBLICAL AND/OR THEOLOGICAL STUDIES A guided seminar in a modular or traditional format, as approved by faculty of the Department of Theological Studies. The course is designed to expose students to methods of Biblical and theological research and presentation. The course may also be used to examine recent trends and developments in the fields of Biblical studies and/or theology. Though specific topics will vary, the course material will serve as a model of research methods appropriate to the discipline. All seminars will require a research paper and/or an application project and presentation. May be repeated only once. Not to exceed a total of six hours of credit. Two to three hours, offered as approved on demand. BIB 4007. ISAIAH An inductive study of the background and message of the prophecy of Isaiah. Matters of introduction include an overview of the prophetic office, authorship, date, integrity, and setting for the book. Analysis of the book’s content focuses on exegesis and treatment of key themes, notably Isaiah’s messianic revelation. Geared toward helping the student make significant application of the text’s message to the ongoing process of spiritual formation. Prerequisite: BIB 2032. Three hours, offered on demand. BIB 4057. CHRIST IN THE OLD TESTAMENT An inductive analysis of predictive Old Testament material dealing with the person and work of Messiah. Areas addressed include key Old Testament Christological passages; methods of interpreting prophecy, typology, and Christophanies; messianic titles; and the history of Old Testament Christological interpretation. Prerequisite: BIB 2032. Two hours, offered on demand. BIB 4107. ROMANS Thorough attention to the first third of the book, including detailed exegesis of words, phrases, and units of thought as a means of understanding the development of thought. A less thorough treatment of the last two-thirds of the book. Prerequisite: BIB 1031. Three hours, offered on demand. BIB 4157 JOB AND ECCLESIASTES An interpretive analysis of the two Old Testament books, with special attention to the worldview they present as well as to how their messages apply to the modern age. Prerequisite: BIB 2032. Three hours, offered on demand.
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BIB 4207. FIRST CORINTHIANS An exegetical approach to the book, including a brief historical treatment of background and authorship, application of the message of First Corinthians to modern life and thought, and emphasis on doctrinal and ethical teachings. Prerequisite: BIB 1031. Three hours, offered on demand. BIB 4257. GENESIS AND EXODUS A detailed analysis of the first two books of the Pentateuch with special emphasis on the Biblical account of creation, the Abrahamic and Mosaic covenants, the exodus deliverance, the foundations of the nation of Israel, and the cultural setting of the periods in the ancient Near East. Some attention is given to critical problems such as the authorship of the Pentateuch and the date of the exodus. Three hours, offered on demand. BIB 4307. HEBREWS An exegetical analysis of this important New Testament book with attention to the themes of the book–the superiority of Christ and the need for Christian growth–and to important problems of introduction such as authorship and date. Prerequisite: BIB 2062. Three hours, offered on demand. BIB 4507. THE BOOK OF PSALMS Two concurrent modules of study. On one level, the student receives guidance through an inductive analysis of various model psalms. Second, through this inductive study, the student is introduced to significant features in the study of Psalms as a whole, including important themes, introductory matters, special interpretive problems, and the relationship of the Psalter to the entire Old Testament. Also receiving special attention are the literary composition of the Psalms and the devotional and practical application of the Psalms to the student’s needs. Prerequisite: BIB 2032. Three hours, offered on demand. BIB 4607. EPHESIANS AND COLOSSIANS An exegetical study of the book of Ephesians, with special attention to key parallel passages in Colossians and emphasis on the great doctrinal and practical themes of both. Examines the value of Ephesians in gaining a true understanding of the organic nature of the Church. Students learn how to use correct principles of interpretation and how to draw from their findings principles for application. Prerequisite: BIB 1031. Three hours, offered on demand. BIB 4707. DANIEL AND REVELATION An inductive study of these Old and New Testament books with a focus on interpretive methodology and results, including analysis of (1) the historical and biographical narratives and prophetic and apocalyptic sections of Daniel, and (2) major interpretive readings of Revelation from the historicist, preterist, futurist, and symbolic perspectives. Incorporates application of eschatological literature to contemporary life and spiritual formation, and assists the student in formulating a position on the interpretation of key issues in the text. Prerequisites: BIB 1031, BIB 2032. Three hours, offered on demand. THE 4907. RESEARCH PROJECTS IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES A guided research in Biblical or theological studies for students at the junior or senior level as approved by the faculty of the Theological Studies Department. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member within the department. Requires a substantial research project. Involves regular meetings with the teacher and, where applicable, with other students in the course for sharing and exchanging ideas. May be repeated for a significant extension of the original study or for a separate study not to exceed a total of three hours. One to three hours, offered as approved upon demand.
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Courses in Biology BIO 1001. SYSTEMS IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE A study of the major principles in biology including the scientific method, cell organization and characterization, energy production and consumption, genetics, characterization and classification of organisms, organ systems and processes, ecology and environmental science, and the theory of evolution and how the Christian worldview can be applied to scientific study. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 1011. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BIO 1011. SYSTEMS IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE LAB One hour, offered fall semester annually. BIO 1101. BIOLOGY I An introduction to biological processes with emphasis in the scientific method, cell structure and function, energy production by photosynthesis, energy consumption, cellular reproduction, and genetics. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 1111. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BIO 1111. BIOLOGY I LAB One hour, offered fall semester annually. BIO 1202. BIOLOGY II Continued study of biological processes with emphasis in classification and characterization of living organisms, structure and physiology of plants, structure and physiology of animals, ecological systems, and evolution in relation to a Christian worldview. Prerequisite: BIO 1101 and BIO 1011. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite BIO 1011. This course is for biology majors. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. BIO 1212. BIOLOGY II LAB One hour, offered fall semester annually. BIO 2106. MICROBIOLOGY A study of microorganisms including their structure, metabolism, genetics, pathogenic properties, and methods used to control these organisms. This class will include both environmental and applied microbiology. Prerequisites: BIO 1001, 1011 or BIO 1101, 1111. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 2116. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. BIO 2116. MICROBIOLOGY LAB One hour, offered spring semester even years. BIO 2204. GENETICS An introduction and analysis of genetics with emphasis on Mendelian genetics and classical heredity. Prerequisites: BIO 1001, 1011 or BIO 1101, 1111. Three hours of lecture. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. BIO 2300. PRINCIPLES IN NUTRITION An analysis of proper nutrition for all times in life including infancy, adolescence, adulthood, and pregnancy as well as nutrition for certain disease states. An understanding of biological pathways that leads to nutritional needs will be covered. Prerequisites: BIO 1001, 1011 or BIO 1101, 1111. Three hours lecture. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. BIO 2401. ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I A study of the major systems of the body with emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, neural, and sensory systems as well as cells and tissues necessary for these systems. Prerequisite: BIO 1001, 1011 or BIO
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1101, 1111. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 2411. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BIO 2411. ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I LAB One hour, offered fall semester annually. BIO 2502. ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II A continued study of the systems of the human body emphasizing the endocrine, cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, renal, and reproductive systems. Prerequisite: BIO 2401, 2411 or PHE 3104. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 2512. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. BIO 2512. ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II LAB One hour, offered spring semester annually. BIO 3103. ECOLOGY An analysis of the basics of ecology including plant and animal communities as well as overall ecosystems of the planet. Prerequisites: BIO 1202 and BIO 1212. Co-requisite: BIO 3113. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. BIO 3113. ECOLOGY LAB One hour, offered fall semester odd years. BIO 3205. EVOLUTION AND ORIGINS A deep study of evolution and its implications for science and society. The Christian responses to evolution over the years will be studied with an emphasis on a literal interpretation of Genesis and a young earth creationist approach. Two hours of lecture. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, 1111 and BIO 1202, 1212. Two hours, offered spring semester, odd years. BIO 3304. CELL BIOLOGY A study of the inner workings of the cell including detailed analyses of transcription, translation, replication, protein trafficking, and cell specific processes. Prerequisites: BIO 1101, 1111 and BIO 1202, 1212. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 3314. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. BIO 3314. CELL BIOLOGY LAB One hour, offered fall semester odd years. BIO 4006. MOLECULAR BIOLOGY A study of the processing of information in the cell including detailed analyses of transcription, translation, replication, and the mechanisms of control. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Prerequisites: BIO 2106, 2116. Co-requsite: BIO 4016. Three hours, offered spring semester, even years. BIO 4016. MOLECULAR BIOLOGY LAB One hour, offered spring semester, even years. BIO 4105. BIOCHEMISTRY A study of the functions of biological molecules such as proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates with increased emphasis on enzymes and three-dimensional structures as well as their metabolism. Prerequisites: BIO 2106, 2116 and CHE 1105, 1115. Three hours lecture and three hours of lab per week. Co-requisite: BIO 4115. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. BIO 4115. BIOCHEMISTRY LAB One hour, offered spring semester odd years.
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BIO 4502. BIOLOGY SEMINAR A senior class emphasizing understanding of recent research through journal articles, as well as a presentation. Some emphasis will be placed on understanding how the Christian worldview can be lived out in teaching and the research of science. Prerequisite: Must be a graduating senior. One hour, offered spring semester as needed.
Courses in Business BUS 1050. MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS A student may be exempted from BUS 105 by scoring 80 or higher on a proficiency test. The test will cover basic information over the Microsoft Office software package (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). The test will be two-fold. One portion will be objective multiple choice. The second portion will test the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proficiency in creating basic documents with the MS Office software package. Students who are not exempted from BUS 1050 must sign up for this lab each semester until they have demonstrated proficiency. One hour, offered each semester annually. BUS 1201. INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS An orientation course for all business students designed to provide a comprehensive introductory analysis of all aspects of the field of business, to increase their business vocabulary, and to prepare them for advanced study of business and economics. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BUS 2001. BUSINESS COMMUNICATION Understanding and applying the principles of business communication, oral and written. Analysis of typical written communications (business letters, memos, reports) dealing with human relations and management situations including drafting, evaluation, editing, and preparation of letters and memos. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BUS 2211, 2222. PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING Fundamental procedure and accounting theory, developed by use of study guides and problems: includes a study of the form, construction, and analysis of accounting statements; journalizing; posting; and work sheets for sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation forms of business. Prerequisite: BUS 2211 (for BUS 2222). Three hours each semester, offered annually. BUS 2405. MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS Design and analysis of managerial problems for computer applications, fundamental data organization, input/output design and layout, computer hardware and systems support, documentation, and testing procedures. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. BUS 3114. LEGAL AND SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS How law responds to the changing social, ethical, political, regulatory, and international environments through a study of the legal system, business crimes, law of torts and product liability, constitutional basis for business regulation, business organizations, and the regulatory process. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. BUS 3206. MARKETPLACE MANAGEMENT A survey of fundamental marketing concepts in the American economy. Topics include strategic marketing, marketing environment, segmentation, forecasting, consumer behavior, product life cycle, product mix, pricing, advertising, distribution, and promotion. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. BUS 3301. PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT Introduction to basic principles involved in effectively managing a business. Topics include communica-
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tion, planning and administration, strategic action, self-management, global awareness, and teamwork. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BUS 3401. BUSINESS FINANCE Introduction to the basic principles/concepts of financial supervision, including time value of money concepts, working capital administration, ratio analysis, forecasting, financial planning, security valuation, capital budgeting, and alternative financing sources. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. BUS 3506. PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS SYSTEMS Emphasis on supervision of manufacturing and service related concerns. Topics include strategic planning, quality control, job design, work measurement, decision support systems, and simulations. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. BUS/EDU 3651. INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY Students will learn to use a variety of technology including the use of the computer, the internet, projectors, and data storage equipment. Various programs for instruction, assessment, and recordkeeping will be explored. Prerequisite: BUS 1050 or its equivalent. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. BUS 3805. ENTREPRENEURSHIP/SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Designed to teach students the mechanics and operational skill needed for organizing and operating an enterprise. Students will learn about startup and buy-out opportunities, franchising, how to develop a new venture business plan, and small business marketing and management. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. PHE/BUS 3853. SPORTS MANAGEMENT A study of the principles and processes for managing sporting and recreational training activities. Topics include program design, processes, staffing, training, compensation, supervision, athletic evaluation, and safety. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. BUS 3908. CONVENTION MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP Convention Management Internship (CMI) is an intensive, eight-day, hands-on intern experience that allows selected students to work behind the scenes at the Free Will Baptist National Convention. The preliminary course work provides an overview of basic convention and meeting management issues, concepts, and vocabulary. Course delivery will include prior assignments and a follow-up project. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to articulate the relationship between purposeful convention planning and operations with the specific purpose of the event. The on-site experience allows for a detailed experience in one of eight specific areas. Three hours, offered summer each year. BUS 4003. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT An examination of the functions performed by the Human Resources Department of a modern business organization. Topics include job design and description, staffing, training, discipline, and compensation. Includes attention to employee benefits programs and human resource concerns resulting from global business operations. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. BUS 4102. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS A study of international organizational structures and managerial processes, including cultural, political, economic, and legal environments of global marketing, world market patterns, and international trace theory. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. BUS 4202. STRATEGIC PLANNING A course to be taken at the conclusion of the business curriculum, designed to pull together the vari-
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ous business disciplines the student will have studied. Students will analyze a company from various viewpoints and prepare short- and long-term strategic plans for the company. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. BUS 4907. BUSINESS SEMINAR A series of seminars emphasizing Business/Career Development topics. Topics include career planning, resume development, interviewing, current issues, and discussion of education to actual business experience. One hour, offered each semester. BUS 4917. BUSINESS INTERNSHIP This course uses a minimum of 10 hours per week supervised and evaluated work experience to supplement academic training with on-the-job training relevant to the student’s career goals. Prerequisite: BUS 4907 (or concurrent with BUS 4907). Two hours, offered each semester. BUS 4920. CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE This course, designed to occur at the conclusion of the student’s educational experience, will facilitate integration and linkage of the various areas of study during matriculation in the business program. Much of the class is research and project driven, allowing the student additional experience in presentation and articulation necessary for a successful career. One hour, offered each semester. BUS/ECO 4947. SPECIAL TOPICS IN BUSINESS This course is designed to allow for a course to be offered upon demand that deals with specific topics not covered in other courses offered. It includes an examination of a worthwhile topic related to business applications or a specific subject in business. Business Department faculty approval is required. Prerequisites may be required and would be provided when the course is announced. In the event of multiple departmental applications, this would require approval of all departments involved. One to three hours, offered as approved upon demand. BUS 4967. BUSINESS PROJECT RESEARCH This course will be an independent study format in cooperation with an assigned thesis coordinator. The requirements for the project will be determined by the coordinator, with specific requirements depending on the number of credit hours requested. One hour credit will require research and a written presentation of the findings. Two hours credit will require a written presentation of more depth than the one-hour requirement. Three hours credit will require an oral presentation of the project in addition to the two-hour requirements. For four hours credit, the project must fulfill the three-hour requirement with an addition of a Biblical application/research component. Course may be repeated with change of subject matter with a maximum of nine credits. Prerequisite: Must have junior or senior status to take course. May be a substitute for BUS 4907/4917. One to four hours credit, offered on demand.
Courses in Chemistry CHE 1004. GENERAL CHEMISTRY 1 An introduction to chemical principles that include atomic theory, molecular theory, stoichiometry, acids and bases, organic chemistry, and gases. Lab will contain several experiments that demonstrate the principles learned in class. Pre- or Co-requisite: MAT 1101. Co-requisite: CHE 1014. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. CHE 1014. GENERAL CHEMISTRY I LAB One hour, offered fall semester even years. CHE 1105. GENERAL CHEMISTRY II A continuing study in chemistry with emphasis on changes in states, solutions, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics and kinetics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction
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to inorganic chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE 1004, 1014. Co-requisite: CHE 1115 Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. CHE 1115. GENERAL CHEMISTRY II LAB One hour, offered spring semester odd years. CHE 2003. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I A study of organic chemistry with emphasis in bonding, reactivity, and stereochemistry of simple organic compounds. Further study of aromatic and non-aromatic compounds. Prerequisites: CHE 1004, 1014-1105, 1115. Co-requisite: CHE 2013. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. CHE 2013. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I LAB One hour, offered fall semester odd years. CHE 2106. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II A continued study of organic chemistry with emphasis on bonding, reactivity, and stereochemistry of biomolecules. More emphasis will be placed on kinetics of biological molecules. Prerequisite: CHE 2003, 2013. Co-requisite: CHE 2116. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. CHE 2116. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II LAB One hour, offered spring semester even years.
Courses in Early Childhood ECE 2411/3411. CARING FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS This course examines various methods of basic care-giving skills needed in order to become effective, competent, and qualified childcare providers including establishing appropriate learning, emotional, social, and physical environments for young children. Emphasis is placed on establishing safe and secure intellectually stimulating, and physically inviting atmosphere for infants and toddlers. Important childcare issues concerning assessment, child development, developmentally appropriate practices, health, individual and cultural diversity, family relationships, safety, growth, nutrition, professionalism, and numerous early childhood programs, professional organizations, and available resources in the community are explored. ECE 2411 is designed for those in the Early Childhood Associate’s program. Assignments and field experience will be more stringent for those taking ECE 3411. Prerequisite: Completion of EDU 2001. Requires 15 hours field experience. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. ECE 2512/3512. EFFECTIVE METHODS OF TEACHING YOUNG CHILDREN This course investigates experiences and activities appropriate to young children and emphasizes procedures needed to meet children’s psychological, physiological, and social needs. Methods explored cover the planning and implementation of developmentally suitable learning environments (emotional, social, academic, and physical), subject matter, schedules, and activities in language arts, math, and science. ECE 2512 is designed for those in the Early Childhood Associate’s program. Assignments and field experience will be more stringent for those taking ECE 3512. Prerequisite: Admittance into Early Childhood Associate’s program or 3512 into the Teacher Education program. Requires 15 hours field experience. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. ECE 2702. DEVELOPING CREATIVE EXPRESSION IN CHILDREN This course addresses the knowledge and skills that are essential for creating and implementing curricula appropriate for young children. Emphasized are developmentally appropriate learning environments (emotional, social, academic, and physical), subject matter, schedules, and activities by integrating play with drama, art, and music for students PreK-2. Defined are the stages of development in children’s creative abilities. Students will participate in and develop a collection of music, movement, and art activities appropriate for young children. Various teaching methods and techniques
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will be presented. Prerequisites: Completion of EDU 2001 and admission to Early Childhood (ASEC or BSEC). Requires 15 hours field experience. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. ECE 3251. ADMINISTERING CHILDREN AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS This course addresses various areas of managing and supervising quality childcare services and includes preschool, kindergarten, Head Start, and church programs. Emphasis is given to starting and maintaining childcare centers and explores issues that relate to the development of quality teaching and administrative abilities, staffing considerations, procedures and duties, finances, legal liabilities, local and state licensing standards, national accreditation, the emotional, social, intellectual, and physical growth of young children in a diverse society, and how all of these affect the relationships of family and community. Prerequisite: Completion of EDU 2001. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. ECE/EDU 3907. SUPERVISED RESEARCH IN EDUCATION A guided research in education approved by the Teacher Education faculty. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member in the department. Requires a substantial research or other project. May require presentation before a jury of qualified faculty. Involves regular meetings with the teacher, and where applicable, other students in the course for sharing and exchanging ideas. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and the permission of the faculty member and the TE faculty. One to three hours, offered on demand. ECE 4907. SEMINAR PROJECT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT All special projects require a significant and formal paper and/or project which shall be presented to the faculty-member-of-record. Students may be expected to present papers and/or projects to a juried panel of faculty and other professionals or to fellow upper-level students. Prerequisites: Senior standing and permission of the department. One to three hours, offered on demand.
Courses in Economics ECO 2411. MACROECONOMICS Provides a basic understanding of the operation of the U.S. economic system; demonstrates the role of money and its effects on the economy; explores why there are business fluctuations; shows the current method of economic analysis and the development of economic policies that are used to stabilize the level of economic activity; and introduces concepts of international economics. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. ECO 2422. MICROECONOMICS The theory of demand, production and cost, and resource allocation in a market economy; the varieties of competitive conditions such as pure and perfect competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition, and oligopoly; the theory of factor pricing and income distribution in a free society. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. ECO 3714. HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN ECONOMY Economic development of the United States from the Colonial period to the present. Interrelated changes in economic performance, technology, institutions, and government policy. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. ECO 3732. HISTORY OF THE WORLD ECONOMY An introduction to world economic history employing an international approach that spans feudalism and the development of modern capitalism in different developing economies. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. ECO 4947. SPECIAL TOPICS IN BUSINESS This course is designed to allow for a course to be offered upon demand that deals with specific topics not covered in other courses offered. It includes an examination of a worthwhile topic related to business applications or a specific subject in business. Business Department faculty approval is required.
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Courses in English Grammar, Composition, and Literature Note: All courses with an ENG prefix beyond ENG 1011 (except ENG 4006) require at least one lengthy, researched composition. ENG 1011. BASIC ENGLISH GRAMMAR, USAGE, AND INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSITION I A study of the fundamentals of English grammar and usage and an introduction to college composition. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. ENG 1022. BASIC ENGLISH GRAMMAR, USAGE, AND COMPOSITION II After a review of mechanics and sentence effectiveness, this course gives instruction on the fundamentals of writing effective paragraphs and essays, incorporating fundamentals of English grammar and usage. Considerable time is devoted to learning how to do a college-level research paper. Prerequisite: Grade of C in ENG 1011. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. ENG 2111. MASTERPIECES OF WORLD LITERATURE I A study of some of the greatest, most seminal works of literature in world history. The first semester will concentrate on great texts from the Sumerians, the ancient Hebrews, the Greeks, the Romans, the early Christian churches, the Middle Ages, the early Renaissance, and the Reformation. Prerequisites: ENG 1011-1022. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. ENG 2122. MASTERPIECES OF WORLD LITERATURE II A study of some of the greatest, most seminal works from the late Renaissance, the eighteenth century, Romanticism, and the modern and postmodern periods including select readings from the American founding and classics of economic thought. Prerequisites: ENG 1011-1022. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. ENG 3004. MEDIEVAL ENGLISH LITERATURE AND CHAUCER After a brief study of Old and Middle English, students are directed in the reading of selections (both in the original and in translation) from such works as Beowulf, Ancrene Riwle, Piers Plowman, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, and the works of Wycliffe. The last third of the course is devoted to the life, art, and works of Geoffrey Chaucer, particularly The Canterbury Tales. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Two hours, offered fall semester even years. ENG 3105. ENGLISH RENAISSANCE POETRY AND PROSE Reading of representative selections from the non-dramatic literature of the English Renaissance and Reformation. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Two hours, offered spring semester odd years. ENG 3204. SHAKESPEARE A thorough study of the life, art, and major works of William Shakespeare. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. ENG 3304. EARLY AMERICAN LITERATURE The English-language literature of America from the early seventeenth century through the end of the Federal Period, including in particular the American Puritans, the writings attendant to the Revolution, and such early authors as Irving, Cooper, and Bryant. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Two hours, offered fall semester even years.
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ENG 3403. HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE Focuses on the historical development of the English language, from its Anglo-Saxon origins, through its changes in the medieval period, to the forces that have produced modern British, American, and world English (including forces at work today). Prerequisites: ENG 1011-1022. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. ENG 3605. LITERARY CRITICISM A chronological study of the major literary critical approaches, with considerable attention given to such recent forms of criticism as Marxism, New Criticism, Feminism, and Deconstructionism. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2112. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. ENG 4006. ADVANCED ENGLISH GRAMMAR A detailed study of Traditional English grammar, with fair attention given to its historical development. Prerequisites: ENG 1011-1022. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. ENG 4103. NINETEENTH-CENTURY AMERICAN LITERATURE A survey of the major writers of the latter half of the nineteenth century and the earliest part of the twentieth century (ending at 1914), including analysis of the influences on and the development of American literature up to the modern age. The lingering after-effects of the Civil War combined with the rapid industrialization of society culminate in a literature of disillusion and disbelief. Significant attention to the country’s first great novelists and poets making their appearance in this period. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Two hours, offered fall semester odd years. ENG 4205. TWENTIETH-CENTURY BRITISH AND AMERICAN LITERATURE A survey of the major writers of the twentieth century in Great Britain and the United States, including analysis of the influences on and the development of the major themes of the century such as Marxism, feminism, atheism, and the continuing disaffection of the artist from society. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. ENG 4303. SEVENTEENTH-CENTURY ENGLISH LITERATURE AND MILTON Examines the poetry and prose of seventeenth-century England, with particular attention to the so-called “Metaphysical Poets.” The second half of the course is limited to the works of Milton, particularly Paradise Lost. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Two hours, offered fall semester odd years. ENG 4416. EIGHTEENTH-CENTURY BRITISH LITERATURE AND ROMANTICISM A survey of the literature of both the “Enlightenment” and Romanticism in Great Britain, including examination of the major writers and themes of these two literatures and their interrelations, with particular attention to Pope, Johnson, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Keats, and Shelley. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Two hours, offered spring semester even years. ENG 4506. VICTORIAN BRITISH LITERATURE An examination of the major authors of poetry and prose in Great Britain during the Victorian Age, with particular attention to the rising religious skepticism and the influence of the Darwinian theory of evolution on the latter half of the nineteenth century. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122. Two hours, offered spring semester even years. ENG 4907. RESEARCH PROJECT IN ENGLISH An examination of a worthwhile topic related to the English language or the literature of the English language under the supervision of an English faculty member. Requires the approval of the chair of the English Department. All research projects require a significant and formal paper and/or project which shall be presented to the faculty-member-of-record. Students may be expected to present papers
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and/or projects to a juried panel of faculty and other professionals or to fellow upper-level students. ENG 4907 will be limited to students with junior or senior standing. Prerequisites: ENG 2111-2122 Up to three hours, offered on demand.
Courses in History HIS 1011. HISTORY OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION I A survey of the development of political, social, and religious cultures before 1600. The roots of Mesopotamian and Hebrew civilizations establish the sources from which Western Civilization springs. The course acquaints students with the foundation of Western history as it moves through the Greco-Roman and the Judeo-Christian worlds to 1600. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. HIS 1022. HISTORY OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION II Continues the survey of western history from 1600 to the present. Attention is given to European political, social, and religious developments. Major topics include revolutions in science and industry, the Enlightenment, the Church, radical movements, imperialism, Darwinism, modern democracy, and totalitarianism. American heritage is included to incorporate its connection with the western world. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. HIS 2013. HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES A study of the United States from earliest exploration and settlement through the present era, with attention to helping the student obtain an understanding of the development of American institutions and acquire a greater appreciation of the American heritage. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. HIS 2201. INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF HISTORY Provides an introduction to the study of history as a discipline for History majors. Serves as an introduction to philosophies, terms, and methodologies appropriate to the field. Of particular concern to this course is an investigation of the following questions: What is history? What is a historian? What is the historian’s task? What are the historian’s tools? Prerequisites: None One hour, fall semester annually. HIS2605. NON-WESTERN CULTURES AND PEOPLES A study of cultures and people groups of Asian, African, and Middle Eastern civilizations. Attention will be given to geography and natural resources; political, cultural, intellectual, and religious development; and imperialism, terrorism, and modern conflicts. Three hours, offered spring odd years. HIS/THE 3204. SURVEY OF CHURCH HISTORY The rise and growth of the Christian Church, including the beginning of the movement; its contact with Judaism, paganism, and Greek philosophy; its existence as the state religion of the Roman empire; the great doctrinal controversies; the Christianization of northern Europe; the rise of the papacy; the reformation and achievements of Luther, Zwingli, Calvin, and others; the period from the Reformation to the present; and modern denominationalism. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. HIS 3104. EARLY MODERN EUROPE 1660's - 1700's A study of Europe in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, including the French Revolution, Napoleonic Era, the Enlightenment expansion of education, science, and philosophy; and social and economic developments, including the middle class, the rise of industrialization, and other relevant material. Three hours, offered fall even years. HIS 3303. THE CIVIL WAR AND RECONSTRUCTION (1850-1914) A study of the precedents of the Civil War, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and Industrial America. Three hours, offered fall odd years.
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HIS 3404. U.S., THE FOUNDING ERA A study of America's struggle to preserve its freedom within the British Empire and then to gain its independence from Great Britain. It will examine the formation and philosophical foundations of the American republic, along with their implications of the present survival of free government. Three hours, offered fall even years. HIS 3606. HISTORY OF AMERICAN CHRISTIANITY A survey of Christianity in the United States from the first European settlers to the present. Attention will be given to primary forces and movements, such as Puritanism, pietism, revivalism, Protestant liberalism, evangelicalism, fundamentalism, denominationalism, ecumenism, and postmodernism. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. HIS 3706. HISTORY OF ANCIENT CIVILIZATION A study of ancient civilizations (to A.D. 500) as they relate to language, philosophy, literature, art, science, politics, and their development with the rise and fall of nations; points up their contributions to modern civilization and their meaning in light of the history of the Bible. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. HIS/THE 4305. RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION A survey of the political, economic, social, intellectual, cultural, and religious developments occurring in Europe from the fourteenth to the seventeenth centuries. Special attention will be given to the men and movements that brought about developments and progress during this era. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. HIS 4357. HONORS RESEARCH PROJECT A research project supervised by two faculty members that provides the student the opportunity to pursue a special topic in history of his choice. Available to those with senior classification and with a minimum of a 3.0 g.p.a. Hours are dependent upon project, offered as needed. HIS 4405. JACKSONIAN ERA 1814-1850 A study of American history from the Treaty of Ghent (1814) to the era of “Manifest Destiny” (1850) with attention given to widening sectional differences. Particular attention focuses on the presidency of Andrew Jackson and its impact on democracy. Three hours, offered spring odd years. HIS 4606. WAR YEARS 1914-1945 The context of European and later Asian political and cultural issues which ushered in the world wars. The magnitude of such events is seen in relation to the international impact. Three hours, offered spring even years. HIS 4706. POST-WORLD WAR II AMERICA 1945-PRESENT Traces the events immediately after the War, especially as America helps to rebuild Europe, to the present. Subjects include the Vietnam Era, Watergate, Y2k, 9/11, and other related subjects. Three hours, offered spring, even years. HIS 4807. HISTORIOGRAPHY This course will provide a brief introduction to the philosophy of history, practice of history, and historical methods. Three hours, offered as needed. HIS/THE 4855. FREE WILL BAPTIST HISTORY A readings seminar in the history of Free Will Baptists, including their background in the Magisterial, Radical, and Arminian expressions of the Reformation, their origins in the transatlantic English General Baptist movement of the seventeenth century, and their development in America from the eighteenth century to the present day. The course will emphasize the history of ideas within an overall
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structure of biographical and institutional history. (Ministry students may register for this course as a two-hour course to fulfill ministry program requirements.) Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. HIS 4907. SELECTED TOPICS IN HISTORY A variety of subjects will be offered by faculty members as opportunities are available. Hours will vary, offered as needed. THE/HIS 4957. CREEDS AND COUNCILS OF THE EARLY CHURCH This course will trace the historical context and development of Christian thought as presented in the creeds and conciliar statements of the early church. Heavy emphasis will be placed upon the Biblical nature of these creeds and the way scriptural exegesis from the theological movements resulted in the church councils. The backdrop outlines for this study will be the dynamic nature of early Christianity and the way in which the tradition of the Church became more and more reified in dialogue and disagreement with heterodox Christianity and secular, Greco-Roman culture. Items receiving particular attention will be Trinity, Christology, free will and grace, and the development of the Christian canon of Scripture. This course will employ readings of primary sources in translation and problem-based learning exercises. Church History is recommended but not required as a prerequisite. Three hours, offered on demand.
Courses in Interdisciplinary Studies IDS 1001. LEADERSHIP AND CALLING: PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT This course, together with IDS 2001, will explore the interconnection of Christian virtue with the cultivation of respnosible leadership. Emphasis will be given to such topics as lifelong learning, spiritual formation, self-management (including, e.g., time management and personal financial management), problem-solving, and personal and professional etiquitte. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. IDS 2001. LEADERSHIP AND CALLING: LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES Building on the personal foundation of IDS 1001, through activities and readings, this course will engage students in reflection on their own calling and preparation to be intellectual leaders in their fields as well as in family, church, and society. Topics will include basic leadership principles, organizational and team leadership, problem-solving, organizational finance, lay leadership in the church, community involvement and leadership, spiritual leadership and witness, and creation care. Prerequisite: IDS 1001. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. IDS 1902. CHRISTIANITY, CULTURE, AND WORLDVIEW: INTRODUCTION* Two hours, offered spring semester annually. IDS 3101. CHRISTIANITY, CULTURE, AND WORLDVIEW: INTERMEDIATE* Prerequisite: IDS 1902 Two hours, offered fall semester annually. IDS 4101. CHRISTIANITY, CULTURE, AND WORLDVIEW: CAPSTONE* Prerequisite: IDS 1902, 3101. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. *These courses will focus on the critical tools and knowledge necessary to forge a basic Christian worldview for Christian leadership in the contemporary world. Each course will cover the same topics but at a basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, including such subjects as the relationship of the church and culture; cultural apologetics; apologetics for witness; modernity and postmodernity; Christian discernment in the arts, entertainment, and other cultural products, including popular culture; work, leisure, and sport; the benefits and limits of science and technology; contemporary bioethical issues; creation care; engagement in public and civic life; and economic thought. (Courses must be taken in numerical sequence.)
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Courses in Languages LNG 2113, 2126. BEGINNING SPANISH Establishes a thorough foundation in the language, emphasizing the four language skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing. First semester focuses on simple conversational patterns within a cultural context. The use of innovative methods, such as suggestopedia, encourages student participation. The spring semester increases proficiency in the various aspects of language, including control of language patterns, ability to use more verb tenses, reading and writing skills, and vocabulary base. Conversational practice and exercises in composition. Cultural enrichment through slides, authentic foods, and various realia. Three hours each semester, offered fall semester odd years/spring semester even years. LNG 2213. BEGINNING LATIN I The introductory course in Latin grammar and vocabulary, including, primarily, the accidence of nouns in the First, Second, and Third Declensions and verbs in the First, Second, Third, Fourth, and Third-io Conjugations. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. LNG 2226. BEGINNING LATIN II A continuation of the introduction to basic Latin grammar and vocabulary, including in addition to the accidence of nouns in the Fourth and Fifth Declensions, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, indirect statement, the subjunctive mood, participles, gerunds, and gerundives. Prerequisite: LNG 2213. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. LNG 3134, 3145. INTERMEDIATE SPANISH A continuation of Beginning Spanish with more emphasis on grammar, vocabulary, and conversational skills. Special topics include letter writing, the history of Spain, journalism, short stories, famous Hispanic people, and many topics for conversation are studied in Spanish. Prerequisite: LNG 2126 or equivalent. Three hours each semester, offered fall semester even years/spring semester odd years. LNG 3234. LATIN PROSE Designed to improve the student’s ability to translate original Latin, with reading selections from such major Latin prose selections as Caesar’s De Bello Gallico, Cicero’s De Officiis, the Vulgate Bible, and Bede’s Historia Ecclesiastica. Prerequisite: LNG 2226. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. LNG 3245. LATIN POETRY Designed to build upon the student’s ability to translate Latin prose exercised in LNG 3234, focusing upon translation of selections from such major Latin poets as Vergil, Ovid, Horace, Catullus, and the early Christian hymnwriters. Considerable time is devoted to Latin poetic meter and scansion. Prerequisite: LNG 3234. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years.
Course in Library Science LSC 3012. LITERATURE FOR CHILDREN THROUGH THE ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE GRADES Surveys children’s literature through grade 8, emphasizing its value, history, components, genres, and trends. Two hours, offered spring semester annually.
Courses in Mathematics MAT 0901. DEVELOPMENTAL MATHEMATICS Required of entering students who made less than 18 on the ACT Math score; designed to prepare
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them for college-level courses in mathematics. Emphasizes the real number system, algebraic factoring, linear equations and inequalities, verbal problems, systems of linear equations, exponents and radicals, quadratic equations, and graphing linear equations. Does not count toward degree requirements. Required no later than the student's first spring semester on campus. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. MAT 1101. COLLEGE ALGEBRA Designed especially for those anticipating a course in physical science or a program in business. Includes such topics as equations, inequalities, polynomials, scientific notation, and quadratic equations. Word problems are solved and applications made. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. MAT 2011. CONCEPTS OF MATHEMATICS I Designed to satisfy requirements in general education and teacher education. Topics include logic, elementary set theory, number systems, and number theory, with special attention to the basic operations and their properties for integers and rational numbers. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. MAT 2022. CONCEPTS OF MATHEMATICS II Topics include informal and coordinate (plane and solid) geometry, graphic representations of data, and basic probability and statistics, with attention to geometric construction and measurement. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. MAT 2202. CALCULUS A study of calculus with emphasis on integrals, derivatives, and vectors. Prerequisite: MAT 1101. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. MAT 3011, 3022. STATISTICS I, II An introduction to statistics, including topics and procedures which may be required in general education (e.g. psychology) and business. Basic focus on the fundamentals of statistical measurement and analysis, descriptive and inferential. Illustrative topics include probability, frequency distributions, sampling theory, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, linear regression, correlation, analysis of variance, and non-parametric techniques. Prerequisite: MAT 1101 or equivalent. Three hours each semester, offered annually.
Courses in Ministry MIN/ICS 1011. LOCAL CHURCH AND WORLD MISSIONS Introduces students preparing to be pastors, Christian educators, and youth ministers to a study of the Biblical basis of world missions, the missionary nature and task of the church, and the role of the local church minister in world missions. Outlines a program of missionary education in the local church and stresses the important relationship between the local church and the Board of International Missions and its missionaries. When possible, this course is taught as a seminar by qualified missions professionals. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. MIN 2336. CHURCH GROWTH: THEORY AND PRACTICE Emphasizes the history and theoretical foundations for church growth and the Church Growth Movement. Attention is given to the pastorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in church growth. A broad, flexible, and multifaceted plan for growth designed to fit a wide range of church settings is presented. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. MIN 3011. CHRISTIAN MINISTRY This course is a basic introduction to all facets of Christian ministry in the local church, emphasizing the importance of a Biblical foundation and Biblical approach for ministry. This course deals with the qualities of an individual active in Christian ministry including his or her Christian character, call, personal life, family and ministry balance, and relationship to the community. The course will examine various components of Christian ministries including teaching, counseling, directing worship, admin-
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istering the ordinances, weddings, and funerals. Three hours each semester, offered fall semester annually. MIN 3111, 3122 HOMILETICS Developing skill in the preparation and preaching of effective Biblical sermons. First semester is devoted to understanding and mastering the fundamental principles of sermon building. Second semester is a preaching laboratory where these principles are applied in the actual preparation and preaching of sermons. Prerequisites: BIB 2601. Two hours each semester, offered annually. MIN/PSY 3601. CHRISTIAN COUNSELING Acquaints the student with basic principles involved in Christian counseling, with attention to Biblical principles involved, the place of counseling in the local church, and problems facing the pastor and others as they attempt to help people through counseling. The student develops an understanding of counseling philosophy, skills, and technique appropriate to a local church setting. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. MIN 3907. MINISTRY SEMINAR This seminar will deal with ministry topics such as Christian theology, church history, Biblical studies, Christian counseling, and Christian leadership. A full description of the particular course topic, outline, and specific course objectives will be included in the syllabus used. One our, offered as approved on demand. MIN/THE/WMN 4253. CHRISTIAN WORSHIP This course is designed to provide students with a study of corporate worship, giving attention to the Biblical foundations and elements of worship, the function of the minister of music in worship, and the production of materials for congregational worship. This course was designed with input from the Music Department and the Pastoral Training program. Three hours for Worship Ministry Majors, two hours for others, offered fall semester odd years. MIN 4907. RESEARCH PROJECTS IN MINISTRY STUDIES A guided research study in ministry studies (Christian education, youth ministry, missions, or pastoral ministry) for students at the junior or senior level, as approved by the faculty of the Theological Studies Department. Supervised by an appropriate faculty member. Requires a substantial research project. Involves regular meetings with the teacher, and where applicable, with other students in the course for sharing and exchange of ideas. Students are encouraged to develop a project, plan, and any accompaniments which they can use in the particular ministry for which they are preparing. May be repeated for a significant extension of the original study or for a separate study, not to exceed a total of three hours. One to three hours, offered as approved upon demand.
Courses in Missions ICS/MIN 1011. LOCAL CHURCH AND WORLD MISSIONS Introduces students preparing to be pastors, Christian educators, and youth ministers to a study of the Biblical basis of world missions, the missionary nature and task of the church, and the role of the local church minister in world missions. Outlines a program of missionary education in the local church and stresses the important relationship between the local church and the Board of International Missions and its missionaries. When possible, this course is taught as a seminar by qualified missions professionals. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. ICS 1102. BIBLICAL BASIS OF MISSIONS The teaching of both Testaments about the world mission of the church, focusing on the nature, task, and the agencies of world missions. Presents the dynamics of missions: the Kingdom, the Holy Spirit, spiritual warfare, and other missional themes. (This course can be used as a Bible elective.) Two hours, offered spring semester annually.
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ICS 2101. HISTORY OF MISSIONS Historical survey of missions from Pentecost to the present day, with emphasis on spiritual, social, and political elements and issues that have helped and hindered the progress of missions. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. ICS 2202. INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY An introductory study of the nature of missions as it relates to the purpose, function, and patterns of culture, including language and theory. Designed to give missionary candidates an orientation toward peoples and cultures of other lands for the sake of imparting the Christian witness in indigenous, rather than Western, forms. Should be equally helpful to other church workers and laymen in better addressing the spiritual needs of various subcultures in American society. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. ICS 2307. CROSS-CULTURAL PRACTICUM A domestic field experience working with persons whose first language and culture are significantly different from the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Seeks to aid the student in developing cross-cultural relationships and evangelism skills essential for international ministry. The student is assigned to a qualified supervisor and will work 3-5 hours per week with a Nashville-based, full-time, cross-cultural Christian ministry. Prerequisites: ICS 1102 and ICS 3001. One hour, offered on demand. ICS 2507. PERSPECTIVES ON THE WORLD CHRISTIAN MOVEMENT A 16-week comprehensive examination of missions from four perspectives: the Biblical foundation for mission theology; historical progress of the gospel; cross-cultural communication; and strategies for reaching unreached peoples. Hosted on campus (or in a local church) and taught by visiting lecturers. Three hours, offered as scheduled locally by the U.S. Center for World Missions. ICS 3001. PRINCIPLES OF CROSS-CULTURAL INTEGRAION Examines the life and work of the missionary, including the missionary call, qualifications and preparation for service, spiritual walk, spiritual gifts assessment, cultural adaptation and adjustment, and effective interpersonal relationships. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. ICS 3111. CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION Communication theory and skills in the cross-cultural context, with emphasis on understanding major people groups and their corresponding worldviews, and including practical application of communication with non-Western peoples. Recommended that ICS 1102 and ICS 3001 be taken first. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. ICS 3122. CROSS-CULTURAL CHURCH PLANTING The Pauline model of planting churches cross-culturally in the book of Acts, with consideration given to alternative models for multiplying growing indigenous congregations. Recommended that ICS 1102 and ICS 3001 be taken first. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. ICS 3132. CROSS-CULTURAL LEADERSHIP Examines cross-cultural indigenous leadership development from Biblical and contemporary models. Challenges the student to think in new paradigms when considering the dynamics of applying Biblical principles to spiritual leadership in different cultural contexts. Encourages the student to become a more effective leader, as well as a trainer of effective leaders. Prerequisite: ICS 3122. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. ICS 3402. PREPARATION FOR SHORT-TERM OVERSEAS PRACTICUM Practical preparation for students planning for an overseas summer ministry or short-term service to enable them to obtain maximum benefit from experience or study in a cross-cultural environment. One hour, offered spring semester annually.
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ICS 3408. CROSS-CULTURAL PRACTICUM II In cooperation with the Free Will Baptist International Missions Department, approved junior or senior students are placed with missionaries for 7-10 weeks. Under the supervision of both the missionary and the program coordinator, the student experiences directed cross-cultural ministry. Includes reports on assigned reading and written evaluations by the missionary supervisor. Prerequisite: ICS 3402. Three hours, offered each summer. ICS 4007. CROSS-CULTURAL SEMINAR SERIES A study of some of the special issues confronting the contemporary missionary, such as restrictedaccess nations, post-communist nations, Romanism, Ecumenism, syncretism, pluralism, economics, how to do area studies, and the “Christian cults,” with each subject presented by a lecturer with expertise in the field. One hour, as approved upon demand. ICS 4301. STRATEGY FOR WORLD OUTREACH Strategies for expansion in world evangelization and principles and methods of church growth, with special consideration to contemporary strategies in general, and past and current Free Will Baptist methods of outreach. Prerequisites: ICS 1102 and ICS 3001. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. ICS 4907. GUIDED RESEARCH IN MISSIOLOGICAL STUDIES Guided research in missiological studies for students at the senior level as approved by the mission program. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member within the mission department. Requires a substantial research project. Involves regular meetings with the teacher, and where applicable, other students in the course for sharing and exchanging of ideas. The course may be repeated for a significant extension of the original study or for a separate study not to exceed a total of six hours. One to three hours, offered as approved upon demand. ICS 4947. GUIDED RESEARCH IN PRACTICAL MISSIOLOGICAL STUDIES Guided research in missiological studies for students at the junior/senior level as approved by the mission program coordinator. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member within the mission program. Requires a substantial research project. Involves regular supervision with the missionary, and where applicable, other students in the course for sharing and exchanging of ideas. May be repeated for a significant extension of the original study or for a separate study not to exceed a total of six hours. One to three hours, offered as approved upon demand.
Courses in Music MUS 1002. INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC AND APPRECIATION An introduction to the history, principles, and practice of music, including worship music. In addition to being introduced to the appreciation of the musical inheritance of Western Civilization, students will learn the basic principles of music, including how to read music for participation in church and community music programs. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. MUS 1007. BASIC MUSICIANSHIP An introduction to the basic materials and concepts of music: fundamental harmonic progression, pitch and notation, scales, key, mode, and intervals; and introduction to the piano keyboard. Includes elementary ear-training and dictation and basic conducting patterns. Music majors, combination majors, and minors must demonstrate competency in these areas before they take MUS 1011 (Music Theory I), therefore, all entering students are given an opportunity to test out of the course. Open to all students. Two hour, offered on demand. MUS 1011,1022. MUSIC THEORY I 1011: Study of the fundamental harmonies and tone relations used in musical composition, includ-
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ing elementary written and keyboard harmony, melody writing, voice leadings, functional tonality, and analysis. 1022: Study in principles of harmonization, form, diatonic seventh chords, modulation to closely related keys, secondary chord functions, binary principle, rounded binary and ternary forms, variation techniques, and concepts in the composition of common practice (Baroque) chorales. Taken concurrently with MUS 1111, 1122. Prerequisite: MUS 1002 or acceptable score on placement exam (see page 93). Three hours, offered each semester annually. MUS 1040. CHORAL UNION This large choral group performs great classical works such as Handel’s Messiah in the fall as well as Broadway type musicals in the spring. Members of the College Choir and all students pursuing a program of study with a concentration in music are required to participate in the fall semester. This is also open to all students not pursuing a music degree program. One hour, meets one time a week for 1.5 hours; offered each semester annually. MUS 1111,1122. AURAL THEORY I 1111: Introduction of the basic techniques of dictation, sight-singing, and rhythmic reading; mastery of the beginning techniques of Tonal Center Referencing, with dictation of harmonic progressions and error detection. 1122: Continuation of the techniques of 111; singing and writing major and minor scales, intervals, triads, tonal and rhythmic groups, tonal melodies and canons. Taken concurrently with MUS 1011, 1022. One hour, meets once weekly; offered each semester annually. MUS 1201. INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC EDUCATION This course is an overview of the historical and philosophical issues in education as they specifically relate to the teaching of music. Special emphasis on the relationship between music education as a life work, with guidance in determining personal qualifications and professional training necessary in the field. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Two hours, offered fall semester annually to music education majors. MUS 1271, 1282. CLASS PIANO (music major, combination majors or minor) 1271: Designed to prepare students for the Piano Proficiency. Emphasis is placed on keyboard skills, including sight-reading, scales, arpeggios, chords, harmonizing, and transposing. Open to music majors, combination majors, and minors. May be exempted through a placement exam (see page 93). Generally, the class will be composed of three to six students. Two hours, offered fall annually. Class meets twice weekly. 1282: A continuation of 1271. Prerequisite: MUS 1271 or teacher’s approval after placement exam. May be exempted through a placement exam (see page 93). Two hours, offered spring annually. Class meets twice weekly. MUS 1300. CLASS PIANO (non-music major or minor) Designed for beginning students with little or no piano experience. Students may enter Private Piano upon completion of the course. Open to non-music majors and minors. May be exempted through a placement exam (see page 95). One hour, offered each semester. Class meets once weekly. MUS 1357, 1367. CLASS VOICE 1357: Designed for beginning vocal students, focusing on fundamentals of correct vocal production, and emphasizing the technique for producing a free and natural singing tone practiced in hymns and other literature. Generally, the class will be composed of three to five students. 1367: A continuation of 1357. One hour, offered on demand. Meets once weekly. MUS 1401, 1422. CLASS GUITAR This course focuses on acquisition of the fundamental skills required for playing guitar. This includes
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learning how to read notes and rhythms, developing proper technique, and understanding proper practice habits. 1422: A continuation of 1401. One hour, offered each semester. MUS 1630. CLASS CONDUCTING Designed for the beginning student with little or no conducting experience. Students may enter Private or Semi-Private Conducting upon conclusion of this course. Open to non-music students as well as music majors and minors. May be exempted by departmental faculty committee assessment and conducting demonstration. Generally, the class will be composed of three to five students. One hour, offered both semesters. Meets once weekly. MUS 1850. SEMI-PRIVATE VOICE This is a transitional course between class voice and private voice which is primarily designed for the non-music major, although music majors and minors may enroll as appropriate. Two students per class. Prerequisite: MUS 1357 or permission of the music faculty. One hour, offered each semester. Meets once weekly. MUS 2031, 2042. MUSIC THEORY II 2031: Study of diatonic and chromatic harmony, including four-part writing, analysis, and traditional compositional forms. 2042: Comprehensive approach to advanced harmony, song forms, short piano forms, instrumental writing, late 19th century forms, and 20th century style. Taken concurrently with MUS 2131, 2132. Prerequisites: MUS 1011/1022. Three hours, offered each semester annually. MUS 2106. CHURCH MUSIC HISTORY Designed to foster an appreciation for the unique approaches in each of the historical church traditions and the relationship each has with music of the contemporary church. Through writings of the early church fathers, explore the development of attitudes about church music as held by clergy and laity. Introduces the student to cultural changes that have influenced church music and exposes the student to representative works in church music. Familiarize the student with resource materials available for further exploration in the field of church music. Two hours, offered spring semester even years. MUS 2131, 2132. AURAL THEORY II 2131: Continuation of MUS 1131; singing and writing chromatic scales, tonal and rhythmic groups, more difficult tonal melodies, and two-part work. 2132: Singing and writing seventh and ninth chord outlines, tonal melodies, harmonic progressions with modulations, syncopated rhythmic figures and two-part work.Taken concurrently with MUS 2031, 2042. One hour, offered each semester. Class meets once weekly. MUS 2250. PRIVATE PIANO Emphasis is placed on keyboard skills and repertoire appropriate to the student’s level and ability. Regulated by a levels approach. Open to all students. Prerequisites: MUS 1300 (non-music major or minor), MUS 1271 - 1282 (music major, combination major or minor), or teacher’s approval after placement exam (see page 93). One hour, offered each semester. One half-hour lesson weekly. MUS 2260. SEMI-PRIVATE PIANO This is a transitional course between class piano and private piano. Emphasis for the music major will be preparation for the Piano Proficiency assessment. Emphasis for the non-music major will be on keyboard skills and repertoire appropriate to the student’s level and ability. Two students per class. Prerequisites: MUS 1271 and 1282, 1300 or permission of the music faculty. One hour, offered each semester. Meets once weekly. MUS 2313, 2326. DICTION FOR SINGERS 2313: Latin, Italian, and English diction and song literature.
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2326: German and French diction and song literature. One hour, offered each semester odd years. MUS 2350. PRIVATE VOICE Emphasis on the techniques of vocal production, including proper vowel formation, the correct use of consonants, tone color, and diction, using sacred and art song literature suitable for the individual. The voice faculty determines whether the individual has advanced sufficiently to merit the awarding of credit and to proceed to the next semesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s course. Regulated by a levels approach. One hour, offered each semester. One half-hour lesson weekly. MUS 2450. PRIVATE INSTRUMENT Private lessons for students with previous experience in brass, string, woodwind instruments, emphasizing techniques of performance with a variety of styles and literature, using sacred and classical literature. Credit awarded only on the basis of demonstrated proficiency. Regulated by a levels approach. One hour, offered each semester. One half-hour lesson weekly. MUS 2467. ORCHESTRA OR INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE Open to all instrumental music majors or minors. Open to all qualified students. Varied styles of literature will be performed. One hour, offered each semester as demand warrants. MUS 2550. PRIVATE ORGAN An introduction to organ playing that will include pedal techniques, registration, and hymn playing. Open to all students. Prerequisite: The student must have prior piano experience in hymn playing. One hour, offered each semester. One half-hour lesson weekly. MUS 2650. PRIVATE CONDUCTING A course designed for the non-music and music major in the principles of leading worship. The course is to provide opportunities for the student to gain a thorough understanding of conducting and to acquaint the student with the basic techniques and skills for conducting music, to instruct the student in music terminology, to conduct vocal and instrumental scores, and to begin establishing rehearsal techniques. Prerequisites: MUS 1630. One hour, offered each semester. One half-hour lesson weekly. MUS 2700. TRAVELING GROUP ENSEMBLES Designed for the student involved in traveling groups such as Rejoice, etc. The student must be a member of the College Choir and under contract as approved by the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Chair of the Music Department. No credit will be awarded unless and until the student has completed the terms of the contract. This experience will emphasize music ministry in local churches, promotion and travel for the College, and appropriate public relations. One hour, offered each semester. Meets as arranged by the Chair of the Music Department in conjunction with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement. MUS 3031. MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE I This is a study of the history of music from Medieval Period through 1600. Students will be expected to listen extensively as well as keep a journal and write a formal paper. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. MUS 3040. THE COLLEGE CHOIR The College Choir is the premier touring ensemble of the Free Will Baptist National Association and members seek to gain an understanding of music and worship through choral music. Membership is by audition only and limited to students with high musical skill and strong moral character who are willing to be positive representatives of the College. As participation in the College Choir is a commitment for the entire school year, each choir member will be required to enroll in MUS 3040 for both Fall and Spring semesters. One hour for each semester (meets twice weekly), offered annually.
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MUS 3055. FORM, ANALYSIS, AND COUNTERPOINT This course will offer harmonic, structural, and stylistic analysis of homophonic and contrapuntal forms of music. Prerequisite: MUS 2031. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. MUS 3062. MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE II This is a study of the history of music from 1600 through the 20th century. A continuation of MU 3031. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. MUS 3266. CHORAL/INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING This is a study of basic techniques in conducting, analysis, vocal and instrumental score reading, instrumental and choral literature. Prerequisite: MUS 1630. Two hours, offered spring semester even years. MUS 3257. STYLISTIC HYMN PLAYING A course designed to develop practical skills in playing for a worship service. Topics included are accompanying congregational singing, modulations, transposition, and improvisation. Open to all students. Prerequisite: The student must have prior experience in hymn playing. One hour, offered each semester on demand. One half-hour lesson weekly. MUS 3337. JUNIOR RECITAL Required of all Music Performance majors, 25 minutes in length. The recital will include works from various style periods. A representative portion must be performed before the music faculty at least four weeks before the scheduled performance, which will be subject to approval at that time. Students must maintain regular weekly lessons while preparing for the recital. Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. One hour, taken as applied music during the junior year. MUS 4060. CHAPEL CHOIR Open to all students. One hour, offered each semester annually. MUS 4205. CHURCH MUSIC METHODS AND MATERIALS This class introduces methods for developing adult, youth, and children’s choirs, including rehearsal techniques and vocal production for each, as well as an in-depth study of the graded music ministry program, including instrumental music. This class will also acquaint the student with musical and non-musical skills needed to successfully meet the needs of a music ministry position in a local church setting. Two hours, offered spring semester odd years. Meets twice weekly. MUS 4241. MUSIC METHODS AND MATERIALS This course provides the music education student with an overview of the methods, materials, and philosophies used in elementary and secondary music programs with special attention to: the teaching concepts of Kodaly, Orr, Dalcroze, and Suzuki, curriculum needs for various age groups and music combinations, effectively implementing a choral/instrumental program. Requires 30 hours of field experience. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. MUS 4304. CHORAL ARRANGING AND INSTRUMENTATION Techniques of composition and arranging for various combinations of vocal groups and instrumental ensembles with emphasis on skillful and practical rearranging of existing literature for use by small, volunteer church groups. Includes an introduction to the use of notation software. Prerequisite: MUS 2031. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. MUS 4407. MUSIC MINISTRY INTERNSHIP Approved junior or senior students concentrating in music, or a music and youth ministry combination, are given personalized supervision of field experience in youth and/or church music ministry.
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Students are placed with worship leaders for eight weeks during the summer or for a semester during the regular school year and led through a defined program of appropriate music ministry duties. Requires weekly reports by the student and written evaluation by the supervising pastor. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, and administering a music ministry while serving a local church. Prerequisite: MUS 3266 or Private Conducting. One hour, offered spring semester annually or as needed. MUS 4447. SENIOR RECITAL Required in all music major related programs: 45 minutes for majors in Music Performance, 25 minutes for all other music-related majors. The recital will include works from various style periods. The entire recital must be performed before the music faculty at least four weeks before the scheduled performance, which will be subject to approval at that time. Students must maintain regular weekly lessons while preparing for the recital. Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. One hour, taken as applied music during the senior year. WMN 4205. MUSIC AND WORSHIP TECHNOLOGY This is an introduction to the use of sound systems, recording equipment, and lighting systems for use in worship settings. To introduce notation software and other computer programs to assist and enhance the overall music program. Two hours, offered spring semester odd years. WMN/PMN/THE 4253. CHRISTIAN WORSHIP This course is designed to provide students with a study of corporate worship, giving attention to the Biblical foundations and elements of worship, the function of the minister of music in worship, and the production of materials for congregational worship. This course was designed with input from the Music Department and the Pastoral Training program. Three hours for Worship Ministry Majors, two hours for others, offered fall semester odd years.
Courses in Pastoral Ministry PMN/YFM 3052. PASTORAL LEADERSHIP A continuation of PMN 3011 focused directly on the role of a pastor in leading the ministerial program of local church. The spring semester is devoted to the organizational structure of the local church. Primary attention will be placed on pastoral leadership, administration, governance of committees and groups, and lay ministry training in the local church. Prerequisite: MIN 3011. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. PMN/YFM 3300. CURRENT TOPICS IN PASTORAL MINISTRY These lectures cover such topics as expository preaching, church health and church growth, lay leadership development, Christian education, youth ministry, and current issues as identified and approved by the Theological Studies Department. Typically, two seminars are conducted each year utilizing guest pastors with graduate degrees in Bible, theology, or ministry. The lectures take place in a seminar format with guests coming to the campus for presentations from two to three times within a semester. Students must pre-register since syllabi, books, and assignments will be distributed several weeks prior to the first session. Advance reading and other assignments are due at the first class. No topic may be repeated for graduation credit. Two hours each semester, offered annually. PMN 4007. EXPOSITORY PREACHING The methods of preparing expository sermons, directing the student in the preparation of various sermons, discussing techniques and evaluating students’ efforts. Audio and videotaped sermons by great preachers are used as teaching models. Prerequisites: BIB 2601, MIN 3111. Two hours, offered on demand. PMN 4208 (or 4211, 4222). PASTORAL INTERNSHIP Approved pastoral students, usually seniors, are placed with experienced pastors for 10 weeks full-time during one summer (4208) or for two semesters (4211,4222) to work under the pastor’s
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supervision. Pastoral interns are exposed to the various aspects of pastoral ministry. The student meets for weekly conferences with the pastor for instruction, guidance, and counseling and makes weekly reports to the designated faculty supervisor. The pastor submits written evaluations. Prerequisites: MIN 3011, 3111-3122. Two hours, offered annually by individual approval. Note: In order to provide a supervised field experience for the student who is presently the pastor of a church in the area, the Coordinator of the Pastoral Studies Program serves as mentor to the student pastor to enable him to do his internship in his own church. PMN 4307. CHURCH PLANTING An introductory course in how to start a church, confronting the student with the urgent necessity of church planting in order to fulfill the Great Commission as well as to maintain the growth and vitality of the Church. Includes acquaintance with the literature on the subject and exposure to experienced church planters, evaluation of various contemporary models of church planting, stages in the church planting process. Attention to the gifts, abilities, and personality traits needed by church planters in order to help the student consider becoming a church planter. Two hours, offered on demand. PMN 4507 (or 4517, 4527). CHURCH PLANTING INTERNSHIP Approved pastoral students (usually seniors) work in conjunction with an approved home missionary or church planter/builder for two semesters, approximately 15 weeks each semester (4517,4527), or for 10 weeks full-time during the summer (4507). The semester internship entails approximately 14 hours per week. Students should plan their schedules so as to accommodate this level of involvement. Internship involves such things as consulting one hour per week with the faculty supervisor, being in the regular service times of the church when assigned responsibilities, setting aside appropriate preparation time, mentoring by the missionary, and on-the-job training with the missionary and program coordinator. The intern makes weekly reports to the faculty supervisor. The missionary and faculty supervisor cooperatively evaluate the performance of the intern. Prerequisites: MIN 3011, MIN 3111-3122, PMN 4307. Two hours, offered by individual approval. PMN 4602. FUNDAMENTALS OF EFFECTIVE PREACHING The course presumes a basic knowledge and skill in sermon preparation and Bible exposition. The focus of the course is on those elements that make for effective preaching. Physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual preparation are addressed. The course enables the student to build upon the skills already possessed in ways that make for more effective preaching. Opportunities are provided to hone preaching skills through observation of others, practice, and self-evaluation. Prerequisites: MIN 3111-3122. (By special permission of the teacher, senior students may take MIN 3122 and PMN 4602 concurrently.) Two hours, offered spring semester annually.
Courses in Physical Education and Exercise Science NOTE: Only courses primarily consisting of physical activity can be used to meet general education physical activity course requirements. No course with the same number may be taken twice for credit except certain activity courses by departmental approval. PHE 2000. TENNIS Beginning course in tennis skills. One hour each semester, offered spring semester. PHE 2100. LIFETIME FITNESS Determines each student’s level of physical fitness in several areas and prescribes for each a fitness program to meet specific needs, acquainting the student with the requirements and methods for maintaining physical fitness throughout life. Meets three times weekly, with provision for instruction and supervised fitness activities. Required in all bachelor’s degree programs. Two hours, offered each semester.
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PHE 2200. WEIGHT TRAINING An activity course designed for individuals who have had some prior weight training instruction. Weight training routine and schedule must be approved by the instructor and each workout is to be recorded as prescribed by the instructor to determine progress. Participants must obtain written permission from the instructor prior to enrolling in the course. One hour, offered each semester. PHE 2301. GOLF Beginning level course, involving classwork as well as actual play. One hour, offered spring semester annually. PHE 2400. AEROBIC EXERCISE A course designed to emphasize personal proficiency in the areas of cardiovascular endurance and weight management. This will be done through a variety of skill activities such as, but not limited to, bowling, badminton, table tennis, etc. One hour, offered each semester. PHE/REC 2455. FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION An introduction to the profession through a study of its history, philosophy, leadership, and organization. Includes a presentation of professional opportunities and qualifications. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. PHE 2550. VARSITY SPORTS Participation on the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intercollegiate teams. Must complete the entire semester before credit will be awarded. Enrollment during the semester of participation. First semester freshmen not eligible. One hour for each semester, offered annually. PHE 2606. PREVENTION AND CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES Theory and practice of the methods of preventing and caring for injuries incurred in physical education and athletic programs, with emphasis on the practical aspects of treatment, taping, and rehabilitation. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. PHE 2705. COACHING TECHNIQUES An introduction to the philosophy and techniques of coaching athletics successfully, with emphasis on coaching children and youth. Two hours, offered spring semester odd years. PHE 3156. ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION Principles of planning and conducting classes to meet the special needs and interests of exceptional students. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. PHE 3104. KINESIOLOGY Anatomical, mechanical, and neuromuscular concepts applied to human motion. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. PHE 3205. PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE The conditions and factors affecting functional physiological changes of the human body brought about by exercise. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. PHE 3256. INSTRUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF INDIVIDUAL AND DUAL SPORTS This course is designed to introduce history, theories, safety precautions, teaching progressions, and skill development so the student can understand and aquire competency in individual and dual sports. Sports activities to be selected from the following: badminton, bowling , table tennis, golf, raquetball, tennis, and fitness activities. Two hours, offered spring semester even years.
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PHE 3264. INSTRUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF TEAM SPORTS This course is designed to introduce history, theories, safety precautions, teaching progressions, and skill development so the student can understand the aquisition of competencies in various team sports. Sport activities to be selected from the following: basketball, field hockey, flag football, soccer, softball, team handball, and volleyball. Two hours, offered fall semester even years. PHE 3503. PSYCHOMOTOR DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN A comprehensive guide to planning and implementing a developmental physical education program for children from pre-school through the eighth grade. A field experience of 15 hours will be required. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. PHE 3704. MOTOR LEARNING Psychological and physiological factors associated with movement. Two hours, offered fall semester even years. PHE/BUS 3853. SPORTS MANAGEMENT A study of the principles and processes for managing sporting and recreational training activities. Topics include program design, processes, staffing, training, compensation, supervision, athletic evaluation, and safety. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. PHE 4006. ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION The study of programs, class schedules, equipment, finances, facilities, and supervision of pupils and personnel. Two hours, offered spring semester even years. PHE 4103. TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION Procedures for measuring school-age children’s body composition, neuromuscular achievement, cardiovascular condition, and performance levels using various activity skills. Includes the theory and techniques of measurement as well as the interpretation and application of such measures. Two hours, offered fall semester odd years. PHE/REC 4257. PHYSICAL EDUCATION/RECREATION LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP The primary vehicle for linking the knowledge, skills, and theories learned in academic courses to application in a professional setting. Although the internship may benefit students by helping them reach personal professional goals (e.g., finding a career direction, developing technical professional skills, gaining experience that will help obtain employment after graduation), its primary objective is academic. Students may work in any setting they wish, provided the site is approved by the instructor and a supervisor is available on site to work with the student. Two hours, offered on demand. PHE /REC 4357. PHYSICAL EDUCATION/RECREATION LEADERSHIP RESEARCH Serving as a senior project, this course will generate an original piece of work that should bear upon a problem identified by the student and the internship supervisor. The project should benefit the internship setting and contribute to the student’s professional development. Two hours, offered on demand. PHE 4707. TEACHING SECONDARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION Instruction in choice of materials, class management, lesson planning, and teaching techniques. Includes presentations of various games and sports for this age level. Two hours, offered fall semester on demand. PHE 4907. RESEARCH PROJECT IN EXERCISE SCIENCE A guided research in exercise science or a related area at the senior level as approved by the faculty in the General Education Department. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member within
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the department. Requires a substantial research project. May require presentation before a jury of qualified faculty. Involves regular meetings with the teacher and, where applicable, other students in the course for sharing and exchanging ideas. May be repeated for a significant extension of the original study or for a separate study not to exceed a total of six hours. Available to juniors and seniors only. One to three hours, offered as approved upon demand. PHE 4947. GUIDED RESEARCH IN EXERCISE SCIENCE/PHYSICAL EDUCATION A guided research in Exercise Science/Physical Education which must be approved by the faculty of the Exercise Science department. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member within the department. This course will require a substantial research component and may include a presentation of the project before a panel of faculty members. Involves regular meeting with the teacher, and where applicable, other students in the course for sharing and exchanging ideas and course material. Available to juniors and seniors only. Two to three hours, offered as approved on demand.
Courses in Philosophy and Comparative Religion ICS 3007. INTRODUCTION TO ISLAM An overview of the beliefs and practices of Islam, including a comparative analysis with Christianity. An emphasis will be given to the unique contextualization issues encountered in communicating the gospel in an Islamic culture. Three hours, offered on demand. ICS 3402. SURVEY OF WORLD RELIGIONS A general understanding of the religions of the world, with emphasis on the founders, sacred writings, doctrines, strengths, and special characteristics of each. The student will compare manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own efforts to produce a religious system with the Christian system so that he may better understand the needs of others and how to approach them. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. PHL 3602. CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY An introduction to the field of philosophical thinking, including the nature of philosophy, the methods philosophers use, the basic problems philosophers face, and the various worldviews held by the philosophers of history. Fosters appreciation for the Christian worldview. Three hours, offered spring semester annually.
Courses in Physics PHY 2003. GENERAL PHYSICS I An introduction to studies in physics with an introduction to mechanics and thermal physics. Concepts are applied using calculus. Prerequisite: MAT1101. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. PHY 2013. GENERAL PHYSICS I LAB One hour, offered fall semester, odd years. PHY 2106. GENERAL PHYSICS II A continued study in physics with emphasis on wave motion, electricity and magnetism, and atomic and nuclear studies. Concepts are applied using calculus. Prerequisite: PHY 2002. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. PHY 2016. GENERAL PHYSICS II LAB One hour, offered spring semester, even years.
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Courses in Psychology PSY 2001. GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY The fundamental conditions and fact of conscious behavior, including emotions, sensations, feeling, learning, habit formation, memory, perception, and native traits. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. PSY/TE 2102. EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY Gives consideration to the learning experience in the light of psychological findings, examining individual differences, hereditary and environmental factors, social characteristics, intelligence, and testing. Emphasizes relationships between development and learning style, accommodating teaching strategies, and the use of technology in the learning environment. Includes a review of educational psychology in view of Biblical principles. Requires 15 hours of field experience. TE students only. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. PSY 2302. GROUP AND INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS The class will focus on how individuals interact within a larger social context. Particular attention will be given to culture, subcultures, ethnicity, and their effect on the individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cognitions, emotions, and behavior. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. PSY 2401. LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT A survey of the biological and environmental factors influencing physical, spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and language development from conception until death. Explores child, adolescent, and adult stages of life. Includes causes and results of interruption in or interference with the developmental and learning processes. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. PSY 3201. PHYSIOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR This course is designed to take an in-depth view of how behavior occurs physiologically. Particular attention is given to anatomical and chemical causes of behavior. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. PSY/MIN 3601. CHRISTIAN COUNSELING Acquaints the student with basic principles involved in Christian counseling, with attention to Biblical principles involved, the place of counseling in the local church, and problems facing the pastor and others as they attempt to help people through counseling. The student will develop an understanding of counseling philosophy, skills, and technique appropriate to a local church setting. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. PSY/EDU 3801. THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD An introduction to the characteristics of exceptional children in light of psychological findings, student achievement, and teacher observations based on experience and education. Examines current research on exceptionalities and means to determine educational needs. Surveys developmental characteristics, emotional and environmental stimuli and resultant behavior, at-risk characteristics, and legal and educational requirements. Emphasizes learning styles and correlation to teaching strategy success, including techniques for the use of technology and classroom practices necessary for educating the exceptional learner in the regular classroom, focusing on optimum integration consistent with good educational application for all exceptionalities. EDU Students: Requires 15 hours of field experience. Prerequisites: EDU students only, EDU 2001, PSY/EDU 2102. PSY Majors: must be Junior or Senior. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. PSY 3907. RESEARCH PROJECT IN PSYCHOLOGY An independent study in psychology. May be approved for a related research area. Requires a significant research project or paper. May require a presentation before appropriate faculty. Must be approved by the Psychology program coordinator. Available to Juniors and Seniors only. May not exceed three hours total credit. Variable credit (one to three hours), offered on demand.
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PSY 4001. ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY A descriptive and theoretical survey of the major forms of psychopathology. The course will examine current trends and research in the field of mental health and psychopathology. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. PSY 4106. PERSONALITY THEORY A study of personality development and structure and an analysis of the major theoretical approaches to the personality. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. PSY 4204. HISTORY AND SYSTEMS OF PSYCHOLOGY A study of the history of psychology from its roots in ancient Greek philosophy to contemporary theorists and systems. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. PSY 4305. PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT AND RESEARCH A study of how psychologists gather and interpret data through empirical research methods and a study of various psychological tests and measurements. Student will become acquainted with the use of statistics, data analysis techniques, research designs, and psychological tests. Attention will be given to application of the subject matter in schools, therapeutic treatment, and ministry. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. PSY 4402. PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT A psychological and theological study of life adjustments and crises such as illness, death, disasters, and accidents with an emphasis on personal adjustment and the functional aspects of the psychology of living. Attention will be given to the biological, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual aspects of adjustment. Attention will also be given to the management of emotion and stress and healthy interpersonal relationships. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. PSY 4820. PSYCHOLOGY PRACTICUM An experience in a local mental health setting gained by acquiring 20 hours per credit hour per semester in an approved practicum site. Each student will work in conjunction with his/her academic advisor and Psychology program coordinator to determine site placement. Course requirements include the experience hours, supervision, and reflection papers. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, and each student must have a valid emergency, first aid, and CPR certification through the Red Cross before accumulating practicum volunteer hours. One to three hours, offered each semester. PSY 4907. SEMINAR AND RESEARCH PROJECT IN PSYCHOLOGY A guided research in psychology at the senior level as approved by the faculty in the Department of Arts and Sciences. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member within the department. Requires a substantial research project. May require presentation before a jury of qualified faculty. Involves regular meetings with the teacher, and where applicable, other students in the course for sharing and exchanging ideas. May be repeated for a significant extension of the original study or for a separate study not to exceed a total of six hours. One to three hours, offered as approved upon demand.
Courses in Recreation Leadership REC 2003. RECREATION ADMINISTRATION AND PROGRAMMING Planning, organizing, and evaluating recreation programs. This is a hands on course designed to train students to manage and implement recreational activities. Three hours, offered on demand. REC/PHE 2455. FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION An introduction to the profession through a study of its history, philosophy, leadership, and orga-
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nization. Includes a presentation of professional opportunities and qualifications. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. REC 3007. OUTDOOR RECREATION AND CAMP ADMINISTRATION Techniques and resources for camping, hiking, and backpacking and outdoor observations of wildlife and nature uncovered. Program planning and administration for various types of camps and the development of skills required for effective camp leadership are provided. Three hours, offered on demand. REC 4007. CURRENT ISSUES IN RECREATION Current trends in recreation with attention given to senior adult leisure, facility management, and leisure activities in the church for all ages. This course also deals with theoretical concerns associated with sports, in relationship to prayer and spiritual influence. Two hours, offered on demand. REC/PHE 4257. PHYSICAL EDUCATION/RECREATION LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP The primary vehicle for linking the knowledge, skills, and theories learned in academic courses to application in a professional setting. Although the internship may benefit students by helping them reach personal professional goals (e.g., finding a career direction, developing technical professional skills, gaining experience that will help obtain employment after graduation), its primary objective is academic. Students may work in any setting they wish, provided the site is approved by the instructor and a supervisor is available on site to work with the student. Two hours, offered on demand. REC/PHE 4357. PHYSICAL EDUCATION/RECREATION LEADERSHIP RESEARCH Serving as a senior project, this course will generate an original piece of work that should bear upon a problem identified by the student and the internship supervisor. The project should benefit the internship setting and contribute to the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professional development. Two hours, offered on demand.
Course in Natural Science SCI 2204. PHYSICAL SCIENCE SURVEY Designed to acquaint students with some of the important aspects of the history, meaning, and methods of science while developing within them an appreciation and understanding of the physical world. Includes elements from physics, astronomy, chemistry, and geology. Prerequisite: MAT 1101 or equivalent. Co-requisite: SCI 2214. Three hours credit (three hours lecture, one lab), offered spring semester even years. SCI 2214. PHYSICAL SCIENCE SURVEY LAB One hour, offered spring semester, even years.
Courses in Speech SPE 1000. FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH The fundamentals of public speaking, with a large part of the work in platform exercises, such as informative and persuasive speeches, in which the student is given an opportunity to demonstrate the basic principles of effective speaking. The student also participates in panel discussions and symposia. Prerequisite: a score of 18 or above on the English section of the ACT Examination, or successful completion of ENG 1011, Basic English Grammar, Usage, and Introduction to Composition with at least a grade of C, a TOEFL score as indicated on page 18, or appropriate college transfer credit. Three hours, offered each semester. SPE 2002. ADVANCED ORAL COMMUNICATION The study of communication skills such as small-group communication, interpersonal skills, listening, as well as platform presentations. Prerequisite: SPE 1000. Two hours, offered spring semester annually.
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Courses in General Social Studies SSC 2008. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY An introduction to the field of sociology: first an overview, then treatment of the segments of the whole social structure. Considers all phases of social organization, showing how each is a functional part as it acts and reacts upon others. Three hours, offered summer annually. SSC 3101. MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY Following an introductory survey of the fundamental themes of psychological study, this course will analyze the psychological, cultural, and religious factors that contribute to a successful marriage, with special attention to the premarital period and the early stages of marriage. Child-rearing and the responsibilities of parenthood are of particular concern. A variety of resources will be examined. Special attention will be given to the mode of inquiry of the social and behavioral sciences examined from the perspective of Scripture and the Christian tradition. The course is designed to meet needs of college students as well as to provide them with information and resources for ministry to others. Three hours, offered fall annually. SSC 3401. WORLD GEOGRAPHY A survey of the geographic regions, inhabitants, resources, physical characteristics, and economy of the world. Two hours, offered fall semester annually.
Courses in Teacher Education EDU 2001. INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION An introduction to teaching as a life work and profession, and guidance in determining the personal qualifications and professional training necessary in elementary and secondary schools. Open to fall semester sophomores. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. EDU 2057. FIELD EXPERIENCE A school-site assignment during which the student observes and assists classroom teachers in active learning experiences, requiring at least 15 hours in a formal school setting over a 15-week period. Primarily for students who have transferred courses without the required field experiences or have been assigned additional field experience by their advisor, department faculty, or the Teacher Education Admissions Committee. In some cases, professional experience may count toward field experience. One hour, offered on demand. PSY/EDU 2102. EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY Gives consideration to the learning experience in light of psychological findings, examining individual differences, hereditary and environmental factors, social characteristics, intelligence and testing. Emphasizes relationships between development and learning style, accommodating teaching strategies, and the use of technology in the learning environment. Includes a review of educational psychology in view of Biblical principles. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Transfer students will be expected to meet the field experience requirement through prior experience or a field experience course taken at this college prior to applying for the degree. Open to spring semester sophomores. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. EDU 2312/3312. GUIDING CHILDREN AND MANAGING THE CLASSROOM This course introduces various methods related to methods of guiding the behavior of young children and includes “best practice” techniques in classroom management. EDU 2312 is designed for those in the Early Childhood Associate’s degree program. Assignments and field experience will be more stringent for those taking EDU 3312. Prerequisites: Completion of EDU 2001 and junior standing. Requires 15 hours field experience. Two hours, offered spring semester annually.
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EDU 3057. FIELD EXPERIENCE A school-site assignment during which the student observes and assists classroom teachers or professionals in his or her major area of study in active learning experiences, requiring at least 30 hours in a formal school or professional setting over a 15-week period. Primarily for students who have transferred courses without the required field experiences or have been assigned additional field experience by their advisor, department faculty, or the Teacher Education Admissions Committee. Prerequisite: Admission to a teacher education program. In some cases, professional experience may count toward field experience. One hour, offered when needed. EDU 3601. TEACHING READING AND PHONICS IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Various approaches to the teaching of reading in the elementary school, including a study of developmental reading, methods and techniques, use of technology, and evaluation of reading. Provides opportunity to become proficient in phonics and the teaching of letter-sound relationships. Requires a demonstration of proficiency in applied phonics. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. EDU/BUS 3651. INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY Students will learn to use a variety of technology including the use of the computer, the internet, projectors, and data storage equipment. Various programs for instruction, assessment, and recordkeeping will be explored. Prerequisite: BUS 1050 or its equivalent. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. EDU/PSY 3801. THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD An introduction to the characteristics of exceptional children in light of psychological findings, student achievement, and teacher observations based on experience and education. Examines current research on exceptionalities and means to determine educational needs. Surveys developmental characteristics, emotional and environmental stimuli and resultant behavior, at-risk characteristics, and legal and educational requirements. Emphasizes learning styles and correlation to teaching strategy success, including techniques for the use of technology and classroom practices necessary for educating the exceptional learner in the regular classroom, focusing on optimum integration consistent with good educational application for all exceptionalities. EDU Students: Requires 15 hours of field experience. Prerequisites: EDU students only, EDU 2001, PSY/EDU 2102. PSY Majors: must be junior or senior. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. EDU/ECE 3907. SUPERVISED RESEARCH IN EDUCATION A guided research in education approved by the Teacher Education faculty. To be supervised by an appropriate faculty member in the department. Requires a substantial research or other project. May require presentation before a jury of qualified faculty. Involves regular meetings with the teacher, and where applicable, other students in the course for sharing and exchanging ideas. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and the permission of the faculty member and the TE faculty. One-three hours, offered on demand. EDU 4002. EDUCATIONAL STRATEGIES A presentation of current research-based teaching strategies, instructional design, materials, and technology emphasizing an interdisciplinary, constructivist, problem-solving design, especially for mathematics, science, and social studies. Requires development of a 10-day thematic unit, with one lesson videotaped for classroom critique. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Prerequisites: Admission to a Teacher Education program; spring semester junior standing. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. EDU 4101. TEACHING LANGUAGE ARTS IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Designed to acquaint the prospective teacher with language arts instruction in both K-3 and grades 4-6. Requires demonstration of proficiency in research, manuscript and cursive writing, spelling, appropriate teaching strategies, and technology applications. Includes 15 hours field experience with visits to K-3 and 4-6 language arts classrooms for observation and analysis and teaching experiences.
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Prerequisite: Admission to a Teacher Education program. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. EDU 4201. SCHOOL ASSESSMENT An introduction to the theory and techniques of measurement as well as to the interpretation and application of such measures. Surveys a variety of professionally-prepared instruments for measuring such things as aptitudes, attitudes, achievement, personality characteristics, and intelligence, along with teacher-constructed instruments. Treats test factors such as validity, reliability, and standardization, and provides opportunities to practice evaluation of test scores. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. EDU 4302. METHODS AND MATERIALS OF SECONDARY EDUCATION An application of principles of curriculum and instruction in various disciplines in the secondary classroom, with emphasis on a practical exposure to educational technology and its relationship to the teaching-learning process. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Prerequisite: Admission to a Teacher Education program. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. EDU 4326. TEACHING READING AND WRITING IN THE CONTENT AREA Various models and strategies for teaching reading and writing are presented to show how instruction in the reading skills can be incorporated into any subject area. Includes emphasis on techniques of diagnosis and individualization. Requires 15 hours of field experience. Prerequisite: Admission into a Teacher Education program. Three hours, offered spring semester even years. EDU 4401. HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION Surveys the development of American education, including Christian education, from the earliest days of American history to the present. Also examines the nature and scope of the Christian philosophy of education, as well as the general philosophy of education. Prerequisite: Admission to a Teacher Education program. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. EDU 4450. INTRODUCTION TO STUDENT TEACHING Working with the two assigned cooperating teachers for two hours each week during the semester prior to enhanced student teaching. A minimum of five seminar sessions will be scheduled on campus. Prerequisites: Admission to Student Teaching, completion of all classroom work, CPR certification. Must take at least two PRAXIS sub-tests during this course. One hour, offered annually. EDU 4500. STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR AND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL CURRICULA Required in all Teacher Education programs during the semester when the student takes Enhanced Student Teaching. Gives the student teacher the opportunity to share experiences, reflect over student teaching activities, be involved in group problem solving, and review appropriate curriculum materials, especially those which include Christian principles. Must be taken concurrently with Enhanced Student Teaching. All PRAXIS II sub-tests must be passed satisfactorily before a passing grade will be awarded for this course. Prerequisite: Formal admission to Student Teaching. Two hours, offered each semester. EDU 4620. ENHANCED STUDENT TEACHING (K-6) Involves the prospective teacher in the full operation of an elementary classroom. After a period of observing and assisting, the Student Teacher will assume full responsibility for the classroom under the guidance of the cooperating teacher. A full semester of student teaching in approved Christian, public, or private schools includes two diverse assignments: one in grades K-3 and one in grades 4-6. For students seeking licensure in grades K-6. Prerequisite: EDU 4450. Ten hours, offered each semester. EDU 4650. ENHANCED STUDENT TEACHING (PreK-3) Involves the prospective teacher in the full operation of a classroom of PreK through fourth grade
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students. After a period of observing and assisting, the Student Teacher will assume full responsibility for the classroom under the guidance of the cooperating teacher. The 15 weeks of student teaching will take place in two diverse assignments in approved Christian and public schools. One placement will be in grade PreK-K and the other in grades 1-3. For students seeking licensure in grades PreK-3. Prerequisite: EDU 4450. Ten hours, offered each semester. EDU 4700. ENHANCED STUDENT TEACHING (K-12) Required of the student who is majoring either in Physical Education or Music Education and is seeking licensure in grades K-12 One placement will be in K-6 and the other in grades 7-12. See the description for EDU 4620. Prerequisite: EDU 4450. Ten hours, offered each semester. EDU 4800. ENHANCED STUDENT TEACHING (7-12) Involves the prospective teacher in the full operation of a grades 7-12 classroom. After a period of observing and assisting, the Student Teacher will assume full responsibility for the classroom under the guidance of the cooperating teacher. A full semester of student teaching in approved Christian, public, or private schools includes two diverse assignments: one in grades 7-8 and one in grades 9-12. Prerequisite: EDU 4450. Ten hours, offered each semester. EDU 4847. ADVANCED RESEARCH IN EDUCATION An advanced guided research study in education for the post-baccalaureate student, as approved by the faculty of the Teacher Education Department. Supervised by an appropriate faculty member. Requires a substantial research paper or application project. Involves regular meetings with the teacher-of-record, and where applicable, with other students engaged in like studies for sharing and exchanging ideas. Students are encouraged to research or develop a research-based project related to their intended area of educational involvement. May be repeated only once and not to exceed a total of six hours of credit. One to three hours, offered on demand. EDU 4957, 4967. FIRST-YEAR MENTORING A school-site assignment where the student is the teacher-of-record and teaching on an Alternative license. “Verification of successful completion of the professional education core by the institution(s) of higher education” is required. Each TSDE approved institution of higher education teacher education program must ensure student mastery of the 11 Tennessee Professional Education Core competencies. By registering for this course, the student (teacher) will receive approximately half of the required 50 hours of mentoring required by the State Department of Education. Attendance in EDU 4500 Student Teaching Seminar is included. Prerequisites: Documentation of employment or intent-to-hire form from a school or district and admission into the Post-Bac program. Two hours, offered on demand. EDU 4977, 4987. SECOND-YEAR MENTORING A school-site assignment where the student is the teacher-of-record and teaching on an Alternative license. “Verification of successful completion of the professional education core by the institution(s) of higher education” is required. Each TSDE approved institution of higher education teacher education program must ensure student mastery of the 11 Tennessee Professional Education Core competencies. By registering for this course the student(teacher) will receive approximately half of the required 25 hours of mentoring required by the State Department of Education. Prerequisites: Completion of EDU 4957 and TE 4967. Two hours, offered on demand.
Courses in Theology THE 2061, 2062. BIBLE DOCTRINES A Biblical study of ten essential doctrines of the Christian faith–the Bible, God, Christ, the Holy
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Spirit, man, salvation, the Christian life, the Church, angels, and last things. Attention is given to the doctrinal material in the Free Will Baptist Treatise. The student is helped to gain an understanding of these doctrines so as to reflect, in daily life, the Biblical passages from which they come. Two hours each semester, offered annually. NOTE: THE 3602 Bible Doctrines, Three hours, will offered in academic year THE 2907. SEMINAR IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES A guided seminar in Theological Studies presented in a modular format for all students, as approved by the faculty of the Theological Studies Department. The course is supervised by a faculty member with appropriate academic and experience qualifications in the content area. All seminars require a research paper or application project. Such courses will involve appropriate in-class faculty-tostudent contact of at least 14 hours for a one-hour course, 26 hours for a two-hour course, and 39 hours for a three-hour course. Each seminar has at least one week of reflection for a one-hour course, two weeks of reflection for a two-hour course, and three weeks of reflection for a three-hour course after the classroom seminar before final projects are due. All course materials, in an appropriate language and/or other format, are delivered to students to be received at least one month in advance of the course. Students are encouraged to research or develop a research-based project related to their intended area of professional involvement. May be repeated only once and not to exceed a total of six hours credit. One to three hours, offered as approved on demand. THE 3102. CHRISTIAN ETHICS An interdisciplinary study of Christian ethics from the perspectives of Biblical and systematic theology. A Biblically-based approach to the Christian value system, founded on the centrality and authority of the Bible, the nature of man, the doctrine of sin and redemption. The structure of thought built upon this foundation includes attention to basic values, basic relationships, and basic New Covenant principles. Contemporary worldview systems, as well as historic philosophies which have impacted contemporary ethics are examined in light of Biblical teachings. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. THE 3251. SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY I: CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY AND WORLDVIEW This course serves as an introduction to the discipline of theology. The course will define and outline the goals and methods of theology. It will also cover the philosophical issues of truth and epistimology with a goal of defining and defending a Christian worldview in the context of a pluralistic society. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. THE 3301. SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY II: REVELATION, GOD, AND MAN This course is a topical study of Christian truth, with a view of seeing the parts as making up an integrated and harmonious whole. Topics covered in this section include the nature of Divine revelation, theology proper, and Christian anthropology. Prerequisites: THE 3251 must be taken before or concurrently with THE 3301. Three hours, offered fall semester annually. THE 3402. SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY III: CHRIST, SALVATION, AND THE CHURCH This course is a topical student of Christian truth, with a view of seeing the parts as making up an integrated and harmonious whole. Topics covered in this section include soteriology, Christology, and ecclesiology. Prerequisites: THE 3251 must be taken before or concurrently with THE 3402. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. THE 3504. THEOLOGY OF MISSION Theology of Mission is a Biblical theology study of the Holy Scriptures with the purpose of demonstrating that the center purpose of God is to glorify Himself through His mission to save the lost world (Genesis 3-Revelation 22). The course will especially examine the Trinitarian work of God in the redemptive work of Christ to accomplish His mission. The course will examine the Biblical concept of salvation alone through Jesus Christ as a motive for world mission over against the religious pluralism of today's non-Christian worldviews. Prerequisites: THE 2061, 2062 or THE 3251, BIB 1011-1031 and BIB 2032-2062, and BIB 2060. Three hours, offered fall semester even years.
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THE/BIB 3907. SEMINAR IN BIBLICAL AND/OR THEOLOGICAL STUDIES A guided seminar in a modular or traditional format, as approved by faculty of the Department of Theological Studies. The course is designed to expose students to methods of Biblical and theological research and presentation. the course may also be used to examine recent trends and developments in the fields of Biblical studies and/or theology. Though specific topics will vary, the course material will serve as a model of research methods appropriate to the discipline. All seminars will require a research paper and/or an application project and presentation. May be repeated only once. Not to exceed a total of six hours of credit. Two to three hours, offered as approved on demand. THE 4032. ESCHATOLOGY A study of end events, with some attention given to postmillennialism, but more to amillennialism and premillennialism as more commonly held today, focusing on the redemptive covenants and how they contribute to a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s view of eschatology. Two hours, offered spring semester annually. THE/MIN/WMN 4253. CHRISTIAN WORSHIP This course is designed to provide students with a study of corporate worship, giving attention to the Biblical foundations and elements of worship, the function of the minister of music in worship, and the production of materials for congregational worship. This course was designed with input from the Music Department and the Pastoral Training program. Three hours for Worship Ministry Majors, two hours for others, offered fall semester odd years. THE/HIS 4305. RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION A survey of the political, economic, social, intellectual, cultural, and religious developments occurring in Europe from the fourteenth to the seventeenth centuries. Special attention will be given to the men and movements that brought about developments and progress during this era. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. THE 4507. SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEOLOGY Seeks to introduce the student to a selection of spiritual classics from the Christian tradition. The student is exposed to works from different centuries and individuals in order to develop an awareness and appreciation for the rich theological heritage interwoven in classical Christian literature. Particular attention is given to interpreting the texts as well as forming plans for personal application of principles gleaned from the readings. One to three hours, offered on demand THE/HIS/MIN 4855. FREE WILL BAPTIST HISTORY A readings seminar in the history of Free Will Baptists, including their background in the Magisterial, Radical, and Arminian expressions of the Reformation, their origins in the transatlantic English General Baptist movement of the seventeenth century, and their development in America from the eighteenth century to the present day. The course will emphasize the history of ideas within an overall structure of biographical and institutional history. (Ministry students may register for this course as a two-hour course to fulfill ministry program requirements.) Two to three hours, offered spring semester even years. THE/HIS 4957. CREEDS AND COUNCILS OF THE EARLY CHURCH Traces the historical context and development of Christian thought as presented in the creeds and conciliar statements of the early church. Heavy emphasis is placed upon the Biblical nature of these creeds and the way scriptural exegesis from the theological movements resulted in the church councils. The backdrop outlines for this study are the dynamic nature of early Christianity and the way in which the tradition of the Church became more and more reified in dialogue and disagreement with heterodox Christianity and secular, Greco-Roman culture. Items receiving particular attention are Trinity, Christology, free will and grace, and the development of the Christian canon of Scripture. This course employs readings of primary sources in translation and problem-based learning exercises. HIS 3204 Survey of Church History is recommended but not required. Three hours, offered on demand.
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Courses in Youth and Family Ministry YFM 1003. PHILOSOPHY OF YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY A survey of the development of youth work from its beginnings to the present, including history of both church and para-church youth ministry. Strong emphasis on philosophy and principles for youth ministry. Students acquire the content and ability to develop and implement a comprehensive youth ministry that is based on a Biblical, sociological and familial model. Two hours, offered fall semester odd years. YFM 2002 EDUCATION IN THE LOCAL CHURCH Explores the factors essential to the effectiveness of a local church’s Christian education program: administration, organization, recruitment and training, goals and objectives, the giftedness of personnel, personality types in ministry, and facilities. YFM 1003 recommended. Three hours, offered spring semester annually. YFM 2106. SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES This course provides a foundational overview of the spiritual disciplines in the formation of the minister and students. Particular attention will be given to individual spiritual disciplines with the aim of students learning practically how to incorporate them into their walk with Christ. Special attention will be given to the two most important disciplines of meditation and prayer. The course should enable the minister to effectively equip youth and youth leaders in the practice of spiritual disciplines in a youth ministry context. Two hours, offered spring semester even years. YFM 3004. CHILDREN'S MINISTRY A study of the physical, spiritual, and psychological development of children and the best means of providing proper Christian training. Considers instructional materials, teaching methods, evangelism, worship, and the administration of children’s work. The student develops a Biblically-based philosophy of children’s ministry. YFM 2002 recommended. Three hours, offered fall semester even years. YFM 3201. APOLOGETICS AND EVANGELISM FOR STUDENTS Targets students in both high school and college. Helps the student understand issues such as: the current trend and problem of young adults leaving the church, the impact of other world religions and philosophies in contemporary society, basic needs of older adolescent and young adult students, and a Biblical approach to apologetics and evangelism. Two hours, offered fall semester annually. YFM 3405. TEACHING METHODS An overview of the relationship of teaching and learning to the total Christian education program of the local church; the Biblical basis of teaching and learning; principles and methods involved in teaching and learning; the ministry of the Holy Spirit in Christian education, and the use of curriculum materials and instructional media. Prerequisites: YFM 2002, SPE 1000. Three hours, offered spring semester odd years. YFM 4303. THEOLOGY AND CULTURE: INFLUENCE AND IMPLICATIONS FOR YOUTH MINISTRY Explores the various ways that culture impacts and influences our thought patterns, our feelings, and our behaviors. Particular attention is given to the influence of media, materialism, and postmodernism. The student learns how to exegete the culture, form a healthy theology of culture, and form a healthy theology / philosophy for engaging the culture for Christ. Three hours, offered fall semester odd years. YFM 4508 (or 4511, 4522). YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY INTERNSHIP Experience in a local church, either part-time during the school term (4511-4522) or full-time for 10 weeks during the summer (4508), leading to demonstrated ability to lead youth meetings, plan
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and work with other church staff, lead lay workers within the youth ministry structure, fit into an existing youth ministry program, grow spiritually and intellectually while ministering, and live godly while dealing with the pressures associated with ministry. Required either two semesters of 1 hour each or one summer of 2 hours. Prerequisites: 15 hours of YFM courses, a minimum g.p.a. of 2.0 in both Bible and Youth Ministry, approval of the youth ministry professor, and recommendation of the YFM committee. Two hours, offered on demand.
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Personnel Board of Trustees Terms Expire 2014 Dr. Jeff Crabtree, Pastor, Serenity FWB Church, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Reverend Shiloh Hackett, Pastor, South Highland FWB Church, Muscle Shoals, Alabama Dr. Rusty Russell, Pastor, Peace FWB Church, Wilson, North Carolina Terms Expire 2016 Mr. Michael Armstrong, Educator, Wheelersburg, Ohio Reverend Billy Hanna, Pastor, First FWB Church, Albany, Georgia Reverend Terry Pierce (Chairman), Pastor, Tupelo FWB Church, Tupelo, Mississippi Terms Expire 2018 Reverend Will Beauchamp, Pastor, First FWB Church, Seffner, Florida Reverend Ken Simpson (Vice Chariman), Pastor, Beacon FWB Church, Fenton, Missouri Reverend Mark Stripling (Secretary), Pastor, First FWB Church, North Little Rock, Arkansas
Administration and Staff
President: J. Matthew Pinson, B.A., M.A., M.A.R., Ed.D. Executive Assistant: Martha Fletcher Campus Relocation Task Force Project Consultant: Bob Bass Chairman: Mark Johnson, B.S., M.Ed., Colonel, Tennessee 118th Airlift Wing, retired Academic Affairs Provost: Greg Ketteman, B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D. Registrar: Matthew Bracey, B.A., M.T.S., J.D. Registration and Records Associate: Sue Edgmon Director of Adult Degree Program: Allan Crowson, B.A., M.B.A. Director of Christian Service: John Murray, B.A., M.A. Librarian: Carol Reid, B.S., M.L.S. Library Manager and Night Supervisor: Christa Hill Online Studies and Lifetime Learning/TE Associate: Jena Simpson
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Support Services Director of Institutional Planning and Assessment: Kevin Hester, B.A.,M.Div.,Ph.D. Director of Institutional Research: Wayne Spruill Business Administration/Physical Plant Operations Vice President for Financial Affairs: Craig Mahler Senior Financial Counsel: Tom Sass Staff Accountant: Leigh Ann Smith Administrative Assistant: Brenda Spruill Director of Plant Operations: Sandy Goodfellow Financial Aid Coordinator: Angie Edgmon Financial Aid Assistant: Jill Ketteman Computer/Technical Support: Charles Wise Physical Plant Director: Bruce Bilbrey Maintenance: Mike Anderson Cleaning Operations: Ernest Thompson Common Grounds Manager and Cleaning Supervisor: Karen Edwards Dining Hall Director: Eric Hornbeck with Pioneer College Caterers Student Services Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students: Jon Forlines, B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Dean of Women: Susan Forlines, B.S., M.Ed. Campus Pastor: Matthew McAffee, B.A., M.Div., M.A. Women’s Resident Director: Anna McAffee, B.S., M.B.A. Men’s Resident Director: Mike Edwards, B.A., M.A. Athletic Director: Gary Turner, B.S., M.S. Men’s Basketball Coach: Nathan Willhite Women’s Basketball Coach: Larry Bryan Women’s Volleyball Coach: Ashley Lockert Public Relations/Development/Enrollment Vice President for Institutional Advancement: David Williford, B.A., M.A. Vice President for Church Relations: Gary Fry Director of the Annual Fund: Mike Edwards, B.A., M.A. Institutional Advancement Administrative Assistant: Michael Oliver, B.S., M.S. Former President/College Representative: Tom Malone Former President/College Representative: Charles Thigpen Field Representative: Earl Langley Director of Communications: Jack Williams Editorial Assistant: Stephen Nelson Director of Marketing and Media: Josh Owens Director of Enrollment Services: Debbie Mouser Director of Recruitment: Nathan Willhite Enrollment Counselor: Daniel Armstrong Enrollment Administrative Assistant: Bethany Douglas Drama Director: AnnaGee Harris
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Faculty: 2014-2015 Matthew S. Bracey, Registrar, History, Theological Studies B.A., Welch College, 2008 M.T.S., Beeson Divinity School, 2012 J.D., Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, 2012 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2012 Faculty, Welch College, 2013-
Ian C. Hawkins, Arts and Sciences (Chairman), Science (Program Coordinator) B.S., East Carolina State University, 2001 B.S., East Carolina State University, 2001 M.S., Vanderbilt University, 2006 PhD, Middle Tennessee State University, 2013 Faculty, Welch College, 2006-
Ronald J. Callaway, Missions (Program Coordinator) B.A., Welch College, 1975 M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1997 D.Miss. in progress, Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary Additional studies, Amarillo Junior College, USN Electronics School, University of Madrid Missionary (Spain, Panama, Cuba), 1976-2003 Faculty, Welch College, 2003-
Kevin Hester, Theological Studies (Chairman), Director of Institutional Planning and Assessment B.A., Welch College, 1993 M.Div., Covenant Theological Seminary, 1997 Ph.D., Saint Louis University, 2002 Adjunct Faculty, Saint Louis University, 2000-2002 Teaching Consultant, Reinert Center for Teaching Excellence, Saint Louis University, 2000-2001 Faculty, Welch College, 2003-
John L. Carter, Arts and Sciences, History (Program Coordinator), Teacher Education B.A., Welch College, 1973 M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University, 1975 M.S., Pensacola Christian College, 1978 Graduate Studies, College of William and Mary, 1980 Teacher and Principal, Christian schools, 1974-1981 Faculty, Welch College, 1981-
Darrell Holley, English (on leave of absence) B.S., Pensacola Christian College, 1979 M.A., Florida State University, 1984 Ph.D., Florida State University, 1998 Graduate studies, University of Virginia, University of Georgia, University of Florida High school teacher, 1979-1994 Faculty, Welch College, 1994-
J. Allan Crowson, Business, Online and Adult Studies Director B.A., Welch College, 1973 M.B.A., Lipscomb University, 2002 Free Will Baptist International Missions, 1973-1993 Nortel, Inc., 1993-2010 Director of Adult Studies, Welch College, 2010 Part-Time Faculty, Welch College, 2010-
Greg Ketteman, Provost, Teacher Education B.S., Welch College, 1977 M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University, 1981 Ed.D., Tennessee State University, 2005 Evaluator, Tennessee Department of Education, Career Ladder Program, 1987 Teacher, Metropolitan Nashville Schools, 1977-1992 Principal, Metropolitan Nashville Schools, 1992-2006 Distinguished Administrator, Tennessee Association of Librarians, 2003 Board of Trustees, Welch College, 2002-2006 Provost, Welch College, 2006 Matthew McAffee, Theological Studies (Program Coordinator) B.A., Welch College, 1999 M.Div., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2002 M.A. University of Chicago, 2007 Ph.D. in progress, University of Chicago Interim Pastor, Free Will Baptist church, 1997-1998, 2003-2006 Part-time Faculty, Welch College, 2003-2009 (Lifetime Learning program) Faculty, Welch College, 2010 -
Rebecca W. Deel, Business (Program Coordinator) B.S., Welch College, 1986 M.B.A., Middle Tennessee State University, 1989 D.A., Middle Tennessee State University, 1995 Certified Professional Secretary, Professional Secretaries, International,1988 Faculty, Welch College, 1988F. Leroy Forlines, Theology (Professor Emeritus) B.A., Welch College, 1952 M.A., Winona Lake School of Theology, 1959 B.D., Northern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1962 Th.M., Chicago Graduate School of Theology, 1970 Faculty, Welch College, 1953 Jonathan Forlines, Vice President for Student Services, Dean of Men B.S., Welch College, 1980 M.S., Tennessee State University, 1994 Ph.D., Tennessee State University, 1998 Psychological Examiner, Tennessee Prison for Women, 1999-2001 Dean of Students, Welch College, 2001-
John Murray, Christian Service Director, Theological Studies B.A., Welch College, 1972 M.A., Grace Theological Seminary, 1993 M.Div. studies, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Missionary (France), 1977-1989 Faculty, Welch College, 1991-
Susan R. Forlines, Dean of Women B.S., Welch College, 1981 M.Ed., Tennessee State University, 2003 Graduate studies, Liberty University Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Resident Director, Welch College, 1990-1998 Dean of Women, Welch College, 1998-
Michael Oliver, Psychology (Program Coordinator) B.S., Welch College, 2011 M.A., University of Alabama, 2012 Pastor, Free Will Baptist Churches, 2003-2013 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2012-2013 Faculty, Welch College, 2013-
Terry Forrest, Pastoral Ministry (Program Coordinator) B.A., Welch College, 1971 M.S., Tennessee State University, 1996 Graduate studies, Liberty University Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1971-1991 Associate Pastor, Free Will Baptist church, 1991 Dean of Students, Welch College, 1991-1999 Faculty, Welch College, 1991-2014 Senior Pastoral Advisor, 2014-
Thurman M. Pate, Jr., Teacher Education (Chairman) B.A., Welch College, 1966 B.S., Middle Tennessee State University, 1968 M.A.T., Middle Tennessee State University, 1970 Ph.D., George Peabody College for Teachers, 1978 Consultant, Tennessee State Department of Education, 2000 Teacher/Principal, Nashville area schools, 1968-1999 Faculty, Welch College, 1999-
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J. Matthew Pinson, President, Theological Studies, History Welch College, 1985-1986, 1988-1989 B.A., University of West Florida, 1990 M.A., University of West Florida, 1993 M.A.R., Yale University, 1994 Ed.D., Vanderbilt University, 2007 Graduate studies, Regent College, Vancouver Doctoral studies, Florida State University Adjunct Faculty, Bainbridge College, 1996-2002 Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1990-1992, 1994-2002 President, Welch College, 2002Etta C. Patterson, Teacher Education B.A., Welch College, 1976 B.S., Welch College, 1980 M.Ed., Tennessee State University, 1993 Ed.D., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, 2013 Faculty, Guin Christian Academy, 1976-1977 Faculty, Woodbine Christian Academy, 1977-1980 Faculty, Metropolitan Nashvile Public Schools, 1980-1993 Curriculum and Instruction Director, Tennessee State Department of Education, 1993-2013 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1999-2013 Faculty, Welch College, 2014- Barry Raper, Pastoral Ministry (Program Coordinator) B.S., Welch College, 1999 M. Div., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2002 D.Min., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2012 Recruitment, Welch College, 1999 Youth Pastor and Associate Pastor, 2000-2003 Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 2003-present Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2005 Faculty, Welch College, 2006Carol Reid, Librarian, Arts and Sciences B.S., Welch College, 1977 M.L.S., Vanderbilt University, 1987 Library Assistant, Welch College, 1976-1977 Library Intern, Vanderbilt University, 1985-1986 Librarian, Greenville, South Carolina, Hospital System, 1986-1988 President, Association of Christian Librarians, 2012 Faculty, Welch College, 1988Linda Shipley, Music (on leave of absence) B.M., Carson-Newman College, 1974 M.C.M., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1976 Ph.D., Florida State University, 1978 Faculty, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1979-1994 Director, Allegro School of Music, 1996 Church Musician and Minister to Senior Adults, Inglewood Baptist Church, Nashville, Tennessee, 1995 Faculty, Welch College, 2001James M. Stevens, Music (Chairman) B.G.S., Samford University, 1985 M.C.M. Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1995 D.M.A., University of Kentucky, 2004 Adjunct Professor of Church Music, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2002-2003 Frequent recipient of the ASCAP Standard Award in Composition National Clinician for Shawnee Press Music minister in churches in Alabama, Florida, Kentucky, and Tennessee, 1985-2004 Senior Music and Culture Advisor, Christian Today, London, 2006 Faculty, Welch College, 2004Christopher Talbot, Youth and Family Ministry B.A., Welch College, 2012 M.A., Grace Theological Seminary, 2014 Enrollment Counselor, Welch College, 2010-2012
Associate Pastor, Youth Minister, Free Will Bapitst Churches, 2011-2014 Faculty, Welch College, 2014-
Frank Thornsbury, English (program coordinator) B.A., Welch College, 2013 Teaching Assistant, Valparaiso University, 2013-2014 M.A., Valpariaso University, 2014 Faculty, Welch College, 2014Tina M. Tolbert, Arts and Sciences, Speech, Freshman Coordinator B.A., Welch College, 1981 M.A., Western Michigan University, 1992 Faculty, Nashville State Technical Institute, 1995-1999 Faculty, Middle Tennessee State University, 1994-1999 Faculty, International Christian Academy, Ivory Coast, W. Africa, 1996 Freelance Trainer and Workshop Leader, 1997-1999 Director, Sunshine Day Care and Preschool, 1982-1994 Faculty, Welch College, 1999Gary Turner, Athletic Director, Physical Education (Program Coordinator) B.S., Greenville College, 1975 M.S., University of Western Illinois, 1980 Community Unit School District 205, Science Faculty, Tennis Coach, Basketball Coach,1975-1978 Faculty, Physical Education Department Chairman, Head Men's and Women's Basketball Coach, Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach, Director of Enrollment and Financial Aid Athletic Director, Coach, Central Christian College, 1980-2001 Athletic Director, Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach, Huntington University, 2001-2009 Faculty, Welch College, 2009-
Adjunct Faculty Bruce Balcom, Business B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University, 1988 M.A., Trevecca Nazarene University, 1991 J.D., Vanderbilt University, 1995 Private Law, 1995-2002 Tennessee Housing Development Authority, 2002 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2001John Brumitt, Business B.S. Welch College, 2004 M.B.A., Tennessee Tech University, 2011 C.F.O. Free Will Baptist Board of Retirement, 2006 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2014Carol Butler, Music, Piano B.A., William Jewell College, 1975 M.M., Baylor University, 1977 Graduate Assistant, Baylor University, 1976 Private Piano Instructor, 1975 Arranger for Abingdon Press, 2000 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1993Russell D. Campbell, Jr., Instructional Technology B.S., Austin Peay State University, 1994 M.Ed., Austin Peay State University, 2000 Graduate studies, Austin Peay State University, University of Nebraska, Tennessee State University High school teacher and coach, 1993-2000 Collegiate basketball referee, 2001 Faculty, Welch College, 2000-2012 Administrator, Pleasant View Christian School, 2012 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2012-
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J. Randall Corn, Theological Studies B.A., Welch College, 1978 M.Div., Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary, 1982 Graduate studies, Covenant Theological Seminary (ABD) Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1978 Past President of Ashland City Ministerial Alliance, Board member: Tennessee FWB State Home Missions Assistant Moderator: Northern Quarterly of the Cumberland Association Producer of weekly radio broadcast Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2000 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2008- Mary George, Music B.S, Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1977 MS, Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1978 Faculty, Trevecca Nazarene College, 1980 - 1992 Private Music Studio - 1978-present Metropolitan Opera Audition Finalist, 1978, 1982 Music career including Nashville Symphony, opera performance, extensive Nashville recording industry experience, 1988 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1992Neil R. Gilliland, Psychology B.S., The Ohio State University, 1974 M.S., Tennessee State University, 1995 Ph.D., Tennessee State University, 2001 Missionary to Cote d’Ivoire, West Africa, 1980-1987 Director of Recruitment, Welch College, 1988-1995 Instructor, Tennessee State University, 1998-2000 Director of Member Care, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 2001 Faculty, Welch College, 1988-1989, 1995-1996 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2007 J. Lynn Griffith, Exercise Science A.S., Cleveland State Community College, 1974 B.S., David Lipscomb University, 1976 M.S., Middle Tennessee State University, 1980 D.A., Middle Tennessee State University, 1990 Faculty, David Lipscomb University, 1980 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1994 Richard Hendrix, Pastoral Ministry A.A., Northwest Alabama Junior College, 1989 B.A., Athens State University, 1992 M.Div., Beeson Divinity, Samford University, 1996 D.Min., Beeson Divinity, Samford University, 2003 Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1976 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2002 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2008 Allen Jinnette, Business B.S., Middle Tennessee State University, 1992 M.S., Middle Tennessee State University, 1993 M.S., Georgia State University, 2000 Ph.D., The University of Mississippi, 2010 Graduate Assistant, Department of Accounting, MTSU, 1992-1993 Fiscal Analyst, MAXIMUS, Nashville, TN, 1994 – Budget and Finance Committee, Oaklawn, FWB Church, 1992 – Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2006 Veronica Joines, Music B.S., West Virginia University, 2007 M.M., Belmont University, 2009 Private Violin Intructor, 2007 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2010Elizabeth Karounos, Art B.F.A., M.F.A., The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, 1984, 1987 Adjunct Faculty, Watkins College of Art and Design, 1998-2001 Adjunct Faculty, The Art Institute of Tennessee, 2008 Adjunct Faculty, Trevecca Nazarene University, 2007 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College,
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1997-1999, 2011 Emilee K. Hart, Music B.M.E., Welch College, 2004 Music Teacher, Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, 2004 – 2013 Music Coordinator, Cross Timbers FWB Church, 2007 -2013 Private Piano Instructor, 2001 – Private Voice Instructor, 2005 – Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2007 Mark Lancaster, Music B.A., University of South Florida, 1986 M.A., Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary, 1991 Renaissance program choral director, Adjunct percussion instructor, Bethel College, 2005-2006 Who’s Who in American Christian Leadership Award, 1989 Minister of Music, Christian Education, Youth at Baptist Churches in Florida, California, Virginia, and Tennessee, 1983 – present Minister of Music, Inglewood Baptist Church, 2006 – Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2008 – Jeff Manning, Pastoral Ministry B.A., Welch College, 1986 M.Div., Bob Jones University, 1990 D.Min., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2002 Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1986 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2003 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2007 Linda Marable, Mathematics B.A., Lipscomb University, 1967 M.A., Vanderbilt University, 1971 Ed.D., Tennessee State University, 1995 Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics, Belmont University, 1983-1999 Professor of Mathematics, Nashville State Community College, 1987-2013; Developmental Mathematics Coordinator, 1994-2006 Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics, Welch College, 1992-2002; 2013Mark McPeak, Business B.S., Welch College, 1983 M.S., Trevecca Nazarene University, Burke Institute, Practical Market Research Director of Consumer Marketing, Thomas Nelson Publishers, 2003-2005 Vice President, Brentwood Communictions, 20112012 Director of Advancement, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 2012 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2012Clint Morgan, Missions B.A., Welch College, 1972 Language Diploma, University of Nantes (France), 1987 M.A., Columbia International University, 1995 Missionary, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 1975-1994 Director, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 2012 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2005Kathy Murphy, Teacher Education B.S., Welch College, 2000 M.Ed., Trevecca Nazarene University, 2002 Faculty, Woodbine Christian Academy, 2000-2006 Faculty, Welch College, 2006-2011 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2011Luann Mutsch, Music B.S., Pilsbury College, 1981 M.M., University of Southern Mississippi, 1993 D.M.A. , ABD, University of Southern Mississippi Private and class voice teacher, University of Southern
Mississippi, 1997-1999 Opera and oratorio soloist, numerous performances Classic and sacred concert artist Faculty, Pensacola Christian College, 1990-2002 Music and speech Faculty, Lighthouse Christian School, 2005-2007 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2009-
Ahad S. Nasab, Mathematics, Science B.S., California State University, Northridge, 1980 M.S., Georgia Institute of Technology, 1981 Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology, 1987 Research Engineer, University of Tennessee Space Institute, 1987-1991 Executive Vice-President, Technology Development Corporation, 1990-1993 Assistant Professor, Engineering Technology, Middle Tennessee State University, 1991 Adjunct Faculty, Belmont University, 1998 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1999David Outlaw, Theological Studies, Missions B.A., Welch College, 1992 M.Div., Mid-America Baptist Seminary, 1995 Ph.D., Mid-America Baptist Seminary, 1998 Faculty, Mid-America Baptist Seminary, 2000 Missionary, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 2006-2013 Pastor, Free Will Baptist Churches, 1993 Missionary In Residence, Welch College, 2009 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2003-2006, 2012Stanley Outlaw, Theological Studies B.A., Welch College, 1962 M.A., Bob Jones University, 1964 Ph.D., Bob Jones University, 1975 Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1957 Faculty, Welch College, 1966-1997 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2002Bruce Patterson, Music B.A., Heritage International Bible College Graduate Studies, Blair School of Music, Vanderbilt University, 2007 Minister of Music, 1990 President, Messiah Songs Publishing Company, 1990 Private Guitar Instructor, 2002 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2010- Eddie Payne, Missions B.A. Welch College, 1962 Additional language and cultural studies: Institute of Linguistics, University of Oklahoma, 1962; French Language Institute, Lausanne, Switzerland, 1963, 1964 Missionary, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 1964-1985 Free Will Baptist International Missions, 1985 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1999Wesley Ramsay, Music B.M., University of Louisville, 1977 DipABRSM, Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, 2012 Performing experience: Nashville Symphony, Charleston Symphony Orchestra, North Carolina Symphony, Guadalajara Symphony Orchestra Orchestrations and Collaborations: Tim Sharp, ACDA, Alfred Music, Shawnee Press, Kenneth Stein, Christ Church, Bowling Green KY Conducting Highlights: American Choral Directors, 2009, International Trombone Festival, 2011, First Prestyterian Church, Nashville, TN, 2013 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2014Susan C. Ramsay, Music B.M.E., George Peabody College for Teachers, 1975 M.A. in Music Education, Middle Tennessee State University, 1982
Graduate studies at Middle Tennessee State University, Belmont University, East Tennessee State University, Memphis State University, Tennessee State University, 1982-1992 Adjunct Faculty, Columbia State Community College, 1987-1989 Orff Schulwerk Teacher Training, Belmont College, Trinity University, San Antonio, Webster University, St. Louis, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 2001 Elementary School Faculty, private and public schools, 1975-present Assistant director of music component and content editor for Tennessee Arts Academy, Nashville, 2005 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1987-88; 2008 -
Kenneth Riggs, Psychology B.A., Welch College, 1964 M.S., Old Dominion University, 1971 M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University, 1973 Ph.D., George Peabody College for Teachers, 1978 Faculty, Welch College, 1971-1993, Adjunct Professor, Nashville State Community College, 1992 Administrator, Pleasant View Christian School, 2004-2010 Interim Faculty, Welch College, 2011-2013 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2013Jose L. Rodriguez B.A., Welch College, 1994 M.A.R., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 2005 Pastor, Free Will Baptist Churches, 1992 - present Moderator, Hispanic Association, Miami, FL, 1995 2000 Member, Florida Mission Board, 2001 - 2008 Adjunct Faculty and Online Instructor, Welch College, 2008 Jonathan Rogers, Arts and Sciences, English (Interim) B.A., Furman University, 1991 M.A., Vanderbilt University, 1992 Ph.D., Vanderbilt University, 1996 Teaching Fellow, Vanderbilt University, 1992-1996 Writer and Project Manager, Healthstream 19962002 Author, 2002 Interim Faculty, Welch College, 2011-2013 Adjunct Faculty, 2013John Shryock, Business B.S., Kent State University, 1992 M.S., Faulkner University, 1998 M.A. Tennessee State University, 2004 M.Ed., Lipscomb University, 2006 Co-Founder and Director/CVO, Clearcom Inc. 2010-present Co-Founder and Director, OnSomble Health Management, 2008-present Business Consultant, 2004-present Online Instructor, Welch College, 2013 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2013Chris Snoddy, Exercise Science B.S., Lipscomb University, 1981 M.A., Appalachian State University, 1988 Baptist Hospital Sports Medicine Center, 1992 Athletic Trainer, Welch College, 1996 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 1996James R. Sprouse, English B.A., Tennessee Temple University, 1980 M.A., University of Mississippi, 1983 Ph.D., The University of Tennessee, 1989 Faculty, Piedmont College, 1989 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2013Carolyn Treybig, Music B.M. and B.M.E., Baldwin-Wallace Conservatory
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of Music, 1991 M.M. Flute Performance, University of Akron, 1993 M.M. History and Literature, University of Akron, 1994 Private flute study, The Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester, England, 1995 D.M.A., The University of Texas at Austin, 1999 Adjunct Faculty, University of Southern Mississippi, 2003 Adjunct Faculty, Southeastern Louisiana University, 2001-2003 Adjunct Faculty, Belmont University, 2005Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2006-
Kathy Turner, Teacher Education B.S., Greenville College M.Ed, Wichita State University, 1987 Post Graduate Studies, Ball State University, 20032007 Post Graduate Studies, Northcentral University, 2007-2008 K-8 Learning Disability Teacher, 1983-1999 Faculty, Huntington University, 2001-2009 Adjunct Faculty, Belmont University, 2011 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2010 Bethany H. Wagner, Science M.S. Nursing, Vanderbilt University, 2004 Family Nurse Practitioner, 2004 Consultant, Welch College, 2005Westgard, Lori, Spanish B.A. Spanish, University of Georgia, 1994 M.Ed., Tennessee State University, 1996 Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Speech and Hearing Clinic, 1997, 1998 Spanish Teacher, Davidson County Schools, Loudon County Schools, Williamson County Schools, 2006-2013 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2013Kelly Willhite, Mathematics B.A. Athens State University, 2006 M.Ed., University of West Alabama, 2012 High School Math Teacher, 2007 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2012 Steven Woodworth, History B.A., Southern Illinois University, 1982 Ph.D., Rice University, 1987 Faculty, Toccoa Falls College, 1994-1997 Director of Graduate Studies, Texas Christian University, 1997-2000 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College 2002-University, 1997-2000 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College 2002-
Online Instructors Aaron Baldridge, Theology, Bible, Ministry B.S., Welch College, 2003 M.A., Asbury Theological Seminary, 2004 M.A., Hillsdale Free Will Baptist College, 2007 D.Min. (in progress) Beeson Divinity, Samford University Pastor, Free Will Baptist Churches, 1999 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2010 Jeffrey Cockrell, Theology, Bible, Ministry B.S., Liberty University, 1992 M.A.R., Liberty University, 1998 M.A., Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 2005 Ph.D., University of Wales, 2010 Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1986 Free Will Baptist Historical Commission, 2006 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2008 Brian Donley, History, Theology B.A., Vennard College, 1971 M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1974
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Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary, 1980 D. Min., Drew University, 1987 Professor of Church History and Theology, Executive Vice-President, and President, John Wesley College, 1980 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2008 -
Mike Edwards, Ministry B.A., Welch College, 1995 M.A., Indiana Wesleyan University, 2007 Men's Residence Hall Director, Welch College, 19931997 Pastor Free Will Baptist Churches, 1997-2011 Director of Annual Fund, Welch College, 2011 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2011 Daryl Ellis, Theology, Bible B.A., Welch College, 1975 M.Div., Covenant Theological Seminary, 1980 Pastor, Free Will Baptist churches, 1976 -2012 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2012Charissa Isaacs, Psychology B.S., Welch College, 2001 M.A., Spring Arbor University, 2010 Free Will Baptist Home Missionary, 2001-present Family Reunification Program, Michigan, 2007-2010 Outpatient Counselor, Christian Counseling Center, Michigan, 2009-2011 Outpatient Therapist, CMHSAS, Michigan, 2001-present Online Instructor, Welch College, 2013Randy Kinnick, Ministry, Psychology B.S., FreeWill Baptist Bible College, 1983 M.Ed., The College of William and Mary, 1995 Minister of Music and Youth and Pastor of Free Will Baptist churches, 1984 Guidance Counselor, Greenbrier Christian Acad emy, 1992 - 1999 Resident counselor, Shepherd's Staff Counseling Center, 1995 - 1996 Resident counselor, Christian Psychotherapy Services, 1996 - 1999 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2008 Jared Martin, Music, Humanities M.Div., Southern Seminary, 2010 B.F.A., Columbus University, 2002 B.M., Columbus University, 2002 M.M., Austin Peay State University, 2005 M.A., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2012 M.A., Temple University, 2013 Instructor, Columbus State University, 2001-2003 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2003-2005 Part-time Faculty, Welch College, 2005-2010 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2010 Donald McDonald, Missions B.A., Welch College, 1978 M.A., Columbia Graduate School for Bible and Missions, 1984 Missionary, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 1984 Missionary in Residence, Welch College, 2008 Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2008 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2012Jesse Owens, Theology, Bible B.A., Welch College, 2010 M.Div., Southern Theological Seminary, 2013 College Ministry, Teacher, Free Will Baptist Churches, 2006-Present Online Instructor, Welch College, 2014Lynsey Riggs, Business B.S., Welch College, 2008 M.B.A., Middle Tennessee State University, 2012
Enrollment Management Department, Welch College, 2007-2010 Academic Office Administrative Assistant, Welch College, 2010-2013 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2013-
Timothy Sturgill, Psychology B.A., Welch College, 1976 M.A., Liberty University, 1985 Free Will Baptist Chaplain, U.S. Air Force, 1976 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2008David Williford, Ministry B.A., Welch College, 1979 M.A., Welch College, 1984 Graduate Studies, New Orleans Baptist Seminary Pastor, Free Will Baptist Churches, 1973 76; 1978-2002 Executive Secretary, FL Free Will Baptists, 2000-2002 Free Will Baptist International Missions
Board Member, 1996-2008 Vice President for Advancement, Welch College, 2002Adjunct Faculty, Welch College, 2014-
Tim York, Ministry Biblical Studies Certificate, Welch College, 1982 B.S. Liberty University, 2009 M.Th., Liberty University, 2013 Free Will Baptist Evangelist and Pastor, 1982-present Asst. Moderator, National Association of Free Will Baptists, 1997-2003 Moderator, National Association of Free Will Baptists, 2003-present Promotional Director, Kentucky Free Will Baptists, 1986-1987 Free Will Baptist Family Ministries, Board Chairman, 2008-present Director of Development, Free Will Baptist International Missions, 2005-2006 Online Instructor, Welch College, 2014-
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Professional Organizations American Academy of Religion American Alliance for Physical Education, Recreation American Association for Health Education American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy American Association of Higher Education American Association of Christian Counselors American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers American Choral Directors Association American College of Sports Medicine American Guild of Organists American Harp Society American Red Cross Volunteers American Society for Church Growth Association for Challenge Course Technology Association of Business Administrators of Christian Colleges Association of Christian Librarians Association of Christian Schools International Association of Teacher Educators Christian Business Faculty Association Christian Camping International/USA Christian Library Association Christian Library Network Christian Stewardship Association College Music Society Conductors Guild Council for Advancement and Support of Education Evangelical Homiletics Society Evangelical Missiological Society Evangelical Theological Society Evangelical Training Association Institute for Biblical Research International Reading Association Metropolitan Council of Teacher Educators Middle Tennessee Reading Association Music Educators National Conference Music Teachers National Association Nashville Area Library Alliance Nashville Fellowship of Christian School Administrators National Association for Sport and Physical Education
National Association of Basketball Coaches National Association of Educational Buyers National Association of Free Will Baptists National Association of Professors of Hebrew National Association of Teachers of Singing National Council of Teachers of English National Christian College Athletic Association National Council of Teachers of Mathematics National Guild of Piano Teachers National Independent Colleges and Universities Association National Network of Youth Ministries National Speakers Association, Tennessee Near East Archaeological Society North American Patristic Society North American Professors of Christian Education Pencil Partners Phi Beta Kappa Phi Delta Kappa Religious Conference Management Association Society for Music Theory Society of Biblical Literature Southeastern Athletic Trainers Association Southern Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers Southern Association of Institutional Research Southern Association of Pre-Law Advisors Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Tennessee Association of Colleges of Teacher Education Tennessee Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers Tennessee Association of Independent Liberal Arts Colleges of Teacher Education Tennessee Association of Institutional Research Tennessee Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators Tennessee Association of Teacher Educators Tennessee College Association Tennessee Educational Association of Veterans Program Administrators (TEVPA) Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association (TICUA) Tennessee Reading Association Tennessee Society of Accounting Educators Tenn-Share Library Consortium
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Inquiries Questions pertaining to one of the areas listed below may be directed to the person indicated. Academic Affairs/Faculty Members Admissions Initial and readmissions International student information Accreditation Adult Degree Program Athletics Christian Service Donations to the College Financial Aid General Information Library Online Program and Lifetime Learning Prospective Student Tours Relocation Staff Members Student Services Transcripts Transfer of Credit Veterans’ Affairs Welcome/Senior Days
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INFORMATION ABOUT THE COLLEGE: Employees who are available to assist enrolled or prospective students are: Matthew Bracey, Registrar (615-844-5233, mbracey@welch.edu) Sue Edgmon, Registrar's Associate (615-5234, sue-e@welch.edu) Debbie Mouser, Director of Enrollment Management (615-844-5222, debbie@welch.edu) Stephen Nelson, Editorial Assistant (615-844-5244, snelson@welch.edu) Josh Owens, Marketing (615-844-5288, jowens@welch.edu) Carol Reid, Librarian (615-844-5274, creid@welch.edu) Wayne Spruill, Director of Institutional Research (Accrediting information) (615-844-5078, wspruill@welch.edu) Jack Williams, Director of Communications (615-844-5290, jack@welch.edu) FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Angie Edgmon, Financial Aid Coordinator (615-844-5249, finaid@welch.edu) Craig Mahler, Vice President for Financial Affairs (615-844-5292, cmahler@welch.edu) Photos: © Harry Butler; © Peyton Hogue; © John Murray
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Index Academic Departments Arts and Sciences..............................................71 Associate of Arts Degree.............................92 Biology.............................................................73 Associate of Science in Biology (Pre-nursing)......75 Pre-Health Sciences, Cell and Molecular.............74 Business...........................................................77 Associate of Science in Business.................79 Business Administration, International Business.....77 English.............................................................80 History.............................................................87 Physical Education and Exercise Science...........83 Psychology......................................................90 Music..................................................................93 Performance....................................................95 Worship Ministry...........................................96 Music Education.............................................98 Teacher Education...........................................101 Early Childhood...........................................106 Child Development and Learning..............109 Post-Baccalaureate Coursework.................102 Secondary......................................................111 Theological Studies ..........................................58 Combination Majors...................................70 E.T.A. Certificate.........................................61 General Christian Ministries........................66 Associate of Science in Ministry................67 Missions...........................................................69 Pastoral Training............................................63 Youth and Family Ministry...........................64 Academic Load......................................................41 Academic Probation or Suspension...............41,42 Academic Standards.............................................39 Accreditation...........................................................8 Administration....................................................166 Admissions Policies..............................................18 Adult Studies.......................................................114 Adult Degree Program....................................118 Lifetime Learning............................................122 Online Degree Program.................................115 Appeals of Grades.................................................40 Appeals of Academic Suspension.......................42 Application Procedure.........................................19 Attendance Regulations.......................................42 Bible Majors/Cores.........................................59, 60 Calendar of Events..................................................4 Campus Activities.................................................14 Chapel....................................................................11 Christian Service...................................................11 Classification of Students.....................................40 Conferences...........................................................12 Contents, Table........................................................3 Course Descriptions ....................................124-164 Costs.......................................................................25 Credit by Examination ........................................23 Credit for Military Training.................................24 Deferred Payments ..............................................26 Degrees Offered .............................................50, 51 Denominational Affiliation...................................9 Employment................................................24,30,33 Entrance Requirements........................................18 Faculty................................................................. 168 Financial Aid ........................................................29 Financial Aid Appeals and Aid Reinstatement...35
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Financial Aid, Satisfactory Progress...................34 Financial Information..........................................25 General Information ..............................................7 Grading System ....................................................39 Graduate School Preparation .............................61 Graduation Requirements, Summary................46 Grants.....................................................................29 History of Welch College ......................................9 Honors.................................................................. 43 Inquiries...............................................................174 International Students..........................................20 Insurance, Student................................................28 Law School Preparation.......................................89 Library....................................................................53 Loans .....................................................................30 Location of College ................................................9 Lumen.....................................................................15 Map of Campus ......................................................6 Mission of College..................................................7 Missionary-in-Residence ....................................13 Nursing (2+2 Partners in Nursing Program).........75 Nontraditional Courses........................................23 Notificaton of Grades...........................................40 Objectives of the College .......................................8 Online Programs.................................................115 Organizations .......................................................14 Payment Plans.................................................25, 26 Personnel, College..............................................166 Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Message ................................................2 Privacy, Release of Information..........................45 Programs of Study ..........................................50, 51 Public Relations Personnel................................167 Purpose of College .................................................7 Re-enrollment.......................................................21 Refund Policy...................................................26,36 Registration...........................................................39 Repeating Courses ..........................................34,43 Report to Students and Prospective Students....10 Residence Requirements......................................22 Room Deposit ......................................................28 ROTC.....................................................................44 Scholarships...........................................................31 Scholarships, Merit-based....................................32 Scholarships, Requirements to Maintain...........33 Seminary Preparation..........................................61 Social Events .........................................................15 Special Courses.....................................................23 Spiritual Emphasis ...............................................11 Sports ....................................................................14 Staff.......................................................................166 Student Consumer Information..........................10 Student Services Personnel................................167 Student Residences...............................................22 Student Wellness Activities..................................15 Transcripts ............................................................27 Transfer Credit......................................................20 Tuition................................................................... 25 Trustees ...............................................................166 Veterans ................................................................24 Welch General Education Core.............................7 Withdrawal Procedure, Refunds ...................27,42 Withdrawal, Return of Unearned Funds.......35,36 Yearbook................................................................15