Davis Student Handbook 2023-24

Student Handbook

2023-2024

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Information Directory �� 2

Services Available for Victims on WOLBI’s Pottersville Campus I.

Health�� 35 Visa and Immigration Assistance��36 Student Financial Aid��36

Who We Are I.

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Vision�� 6 Mission�� 6 Core Institutional Values��6 Philosophy of Education��6 Doctrinal Statement��9

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Services Available for All Davis Students I.

Counseling�� 36 Health�� 36 Victim Advocacy��37 Legal Assistance��37

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Code of Honor I.

Davis College Covenant��11 Appeal Process��11 Family Education Rights and Privacy Act��11 Davis College’s Policy on FERPA��12

V. Visa and Immigration Assistance��37 VI. Student Financial Aid��37

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III. IV.

Computer Usage Policies I.

V. What Information may an Institution Disclose��12 VI. Personally Identifiable Information��12 VII. Primary Exceptions�� 12 VIII. Directory Information�� 13 IX. Access to Your Academic Information��14 X. College Catalogue��14

Davis College��38 Word of Life Computer Usage Policies��40

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Section One: Student Life I.

Student Life Purpose and Structure��44 Student Life Core Values��44 Student Life Philosophy��46 Spiritual Life��47

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Title IX I.

Title IX Coordinator��15 Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013��15 Clery Geography��16 Crime and Referral Definitions 6489��16 Affirmative Consent to Sexual Activity 6441��21

V. Discipleship Program��48 VI. Relationships��48 VII. Official School Breaks��50 VIII. Academics and Student Life��50 IX. Campus Life�� 51 X. Dress Code��55 XI. Discipline��56 XII. Campus Security and Emergency Procedures��59 XIII. Health Center�� 65 XIV. General Guidelines�� 67

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VI. Policy for Alcohol and/or Drug Use

Amnesty 6442��21 VII. Student’s Bill of Rights 6443��21 VIII. Response to Reports 6444��22 IX. Campus Climate Assessments 6445��25 X. Options for Confidential Disclosure 6446��26 XI. Student Onboarding and Ongoing Education��27 XII. Privacy Legal Challenges 6448��28 XIII. Reporting Aggregate Data to the Department��28 XIV. Options for Confidential Disclosure 6446��29

Section Two: Academic I.

Foundational Studies��71 Assignment of Credit Hours��71 Grading System��75 Student Complaints��76

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V. Final Grade Grievance Policy��77 VI. Adding and Dropping Courses��78 VII. Course Extensions�� 79 VIII. Request for Incomplete ��79 IX. Withdrawal Policy�� 79 X. Class Attendance��79 XI. Davis Online Learning Participation Policy��79 XII. Transfer of Credit ��80 XIII. Transcript Evaluation Procedure��81 XIV. Residency Requirement�� 81

Reporting Procedures I.

Authority and Jurisdiction��31 Reporting�� 31 How to Report��31 What to do if You Are a Victim of Sexual Misconduct�� 32

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V. Preserving Evidence��32 VI. Notifications to Victims of Crimes of Violence��32 VII. Equal Opportunity/Non-discrimination Policy��33

TABLE OF CONTENTS XV. Proficiency Exams and Credit by Assessment��81 XVI. Credit by Experience Portfolio Assessment��84 XVII. Educational Agreements w/ other Instructions��85 XVIII. Policy for Independent Study��85 XIX. Request for Independent Study Procedure��85 XX. Low Grade Reports��86 XXI. Academic Probation and Dismissal Policy��86 XXII. Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism��87 XXIII. Student Classifications�� 87 XXIV. Graduation Requirements�� 88 XXV. Academic Transcripts and Record Retention��90 XXVI. Library��91 XXVII. Student Support Services��91

Section Three: Ministry and Service Assignment I. Student Ministry��94 II. Student Ministry Purpose��94 III. Requirements and Information��94 IV. Selection of a Ministry��95 V. Student Ministry Credit Requirements��95

Student Agreement �� 105

Local Directory �� 106

INFORMATION DIRECTORY • Bible Institute Switchboard: 518.494.1427. An automated attendant operates during off hours. • Regular office hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. • All numbers, unless otherwise indicated, begin with 518.494.XXXX

DAVIS COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION President

Douglas Blanc, Ph.D. JoAnna Oster, Ed.D.

Page Ctr., 518.620.1701

dblanc@davisny.edu joster@davisny.edu

Academic Dean

607.331.3242

Director of Admissions Director of Finance

Sarah Dever

Enrollment Ctr., Ext 1604 sdever@davisny.edu

Larry Ellis

lellis@davisny.edu sbyron@davisny.edu

Director of Institutional Effectiveness Shelley Byron

814.503.0038 607.442.4878

Director of Operations Title IX Coordinator

Naomi Saravanapavan

nsaravanapavan@davisny.edu

Sarah Dever

Enrollment Ctr., Ext 1604 sdever@davisny.edu

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT Director of Distance Education

JoAnna Oster, Ed.D. Naomi Saravanapavan

607.331.3242 607.442.4878

joster@davisny.edu

Registrar

nsaravanapavan@davisny.edu

Assistant Registrar

Carissa Cragg Shelley Byron

Welcome Ctr., Ext. 1603

ccragg@davisny.edu sbyron@davisny.edu sbyron@davisny.edu

Director of Library Services Director of Student Services ADMISSIONS Director of Admissions Admissions Counselor BUSINESS OFFICE Director of Finance Director of Financial Aid Assistant Director of Financial Aid

814.503.0038 814.503.0038

Naomi Saravanapavan

Sarah Dever Carissa Cragg

Enrollment Ctr., Ext 1604 sdever@davisny.edu

Welcome Ctr., Ext. 1603

ccragg@davisny.edu

Larry Ellis

lellis@davisny.edu

Naomi Saravanapavan

607.442.4878

nsaravanapavan@davisny.edu

Carissa Cragg

Welcome Ctr., Ext. 1603

ccragg@davisny.edu

WORD OF LIFE BIBLE INSTITUTE ADMINISTRATION Executive Dean of Bible Institutes Vice President of Operations and Central Services Executive Dean & Professor, Global Campuses

Mr. Brian Baker Mr. Eric Messer Mr. Mark Strout

Page Ctr., Ext. 1532

Welcome Ctr., Ext. 1541

Ext. 1433 Ext. 1439

Alumni Engagement Director

Ms. Rebecca Berga Mr. Justin Lough

Institutional Effectiveness Coordinator

Page Ctr., Ext. 1478

Operations General Manager

Ms. Samuelle Champion

Ext. 1578

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT Academic Dean Assistant to the Academic Dean

Mr. Todd Steltz Ms. Melissa Paris

Page Ctr., Ext. 1447 Page Ctr,. Ext 1432 Library, Ext. 1401 Page Ctr., Ext. 1454 Page Ctr., Ext. 6280

Librarian

Ms. Susanna Swanson Mr. Jonathan Lough

Associate Professor and Bible Department Chair

Registrar & Veteran’s Affairs SCO

Mr. Dan Skau

INFORMATION DIRECTORY

STUDENT LIFE DEPARTMENT Dean of Students

Mr. Drew Burtis Mrs. Julia Lough

Page Ctr., Ext. 1540 Page Ctr., Ext. 1515 Page Ctr., Ext. 6341 Page Ctr., Ext. 1476

Administrative Assistant

Dean of Men

Mr. Justin Cousins Mrs. Karen W. Smith

Dean of Women

MINISTRIES DEPARTMENT Dean of Ministries

Mr. Jonathan Bubar Mr. Tommy Sewall

Ministries Ctr., Ext. 6232 Ministries Ctr., Ext. 6289

Campus Life Coordinator

Athletic Director

Mr. Matt Layton

Ext. 1474

Student Assignments/Services Desk

Mrs. Caroline Tompkins

Ministries Ctr., Ext. 1521 Music Bldg., Ext. 1418

Music Director

Mr. Ryan Arnold

ENROLLMENT AND FINANCIAL AID Dean of Enrollment

Mr. Brian Tanedo Mr. Alex Hackett

Enrollment Ctr., Ext. 1599 Enrollment Ctr., Ext. 6375

Director of Financial Aid

BUSINESS OFFICE Director of Financial Services Student Accounts Administrator HEALTH AND SECURITY Health Center Front Desk

Mr. Chris Tompkins Mrs. Hannah Freeman

Welcome Ctr., Ext. 1438 Enrollment Ctr., Ext. 1612

Mrs. Mary Steltz

Health/Security Office, Ext. 1600 Health/Security Office, Ext. 6202

Security

Mr. Korban Bradshaw

Student Accident Plan

518.494.6000

OTHER Café / Bookstore

Ms. Paige Willard

Bookstore, Ext. 1412 IT Department, Ext. 6265

Computer/Logos Help Desk

Mr. CT Newell

Kitchen

Ext. 1407

Chef Manager

Mr. Daryl Jackson Mrs. Evelyn Magoon

Kitchen, Ext. 1507

Housekeeping/Lost and Found

Housekeeping, Ext. 1488 Maintenance, Ext. 1474

Maintenance

Mr. Peter LaBarr Mr. Justin Lough Mrs. Julia Lough Mr. Joe Schenke

Title IX Coordinator Visitors (for students)

Page Ctr., Ext. 1478 Page Ctr., Ext. 1515

Director of Biblical Counseling

Ext. 1437

ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION Davis College is authorized by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York (BRNYS) to grant the one-year certificate, the two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, the three-year diploma and the Bachelor of Religious Education (BRE) degree in Bible and Theology. All of its programs and concentrations are registered with the New York State Education Department (NYSED). BRNYS is classified as a state institutional accrediting agency, but also is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as an accrediting agency with national scope and recognition. Davis College is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). ABHE is classified as a national institutional accrediting agency and is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE), the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) as the accrediting agency for undergraduate Bible college education. ABHE

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is also a member of the American Council of Education (ACE), the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU) and the International Council of Accrediting Agencies for Evangelical Theological Education (ICAA). In 2016, Davis College was reaffirmed for its accreditation with the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) for the next ten years. ABHE provides accreditation and services for institutions and programs of biblical higher education within Canada, the United States, and related territories. Davis College has been accredited by ABHE since 1985. Davis College is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) www.msche.org. Davis College accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801, is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Davis is listed as an accredited four-year college in the Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs and The Higher Education Directory. Davis is approved by the NYS Division of Veterans Affairs, Bureau of Veteran’s Education for the training of veterans. The college has been granted eligibility by the USDOE, Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE), Institutional Participation Division (IPD) for students enrolled in all programs to participate in the Federal Family Educational Loan Program (FFELP), the Federal Pell Grant Program, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program (FSEOG), and the Federal Work-Study Program (FWS). The college has been granted eligibility by the NYSED to participate in the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) for New York State residents enrolled in the 1-year Certificate, the Associate of Applied Science degree, and the 3- year diploma program. Davis College is an institutional member of the National Council for the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC- SARA) found at www.NC-SARA.org/states/NY and is approved to offer online education in 49 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

AGENCY ADDRESSES Middle States Commission on Higher Education 1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166

Wilmington, DE 19801 Phone: 267.284.5000

The Association for Biblical Higher Education 5850 T G Lee Blvd, Suite 130 Orlando FL 32822 Phone: 407.207.0808 The State Education Department The University of the State of New York Albany, NY 12230 Phone: 518.474.5108 Maryland Higher Education Commission 6 N. Liberty Street, 10th FL

Baltimore, MD 21201 Phone: (410) 767-3305

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National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements 3005 Center Green Drive Suite 130

Boulder, Colorado 80301 Phone: (303) 848-3764

ACCOMMODATIONS Any student with a learning disability wishing to receive learning accommodations should report and document their disability and needed accommodations with the Director of Student Support Services, who will arrange the support services needed. HANDICAP ACCOMMODATIONS The Word of Life Bible Institute will work in conjunction with the appropriate local governmental agencies to ensure that public and residential buildings are in alignment with codes to meet the needs of the disabled. The Executive Dean of Student and Guest Experiences, in conjunction with the Dean of Students, will work to ensure that special accommodation needs are met for each individual.

NEW YORK STATE GOVERNMENT TOLL FREE NUMBERS DIRECTORY OF “800” NUMBERS FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY NYS GOVERNMENT

These “800” numbers are inward dialed WATS (Wide Area Telephone Service) lines which permit calls to be made with no charge to the calling party from within a service area selected by the State agency. The following pages list the State agencies and the “800” numbers which provide toll free or free local usage for incoming intrastate calls. Numbers listed serve a statewide location unless otherwise noted.

AGENCY/SERVICE

TELEPHONE NUMBER

Advocate for Persons with Disabilities All Disabilities

1-800-522-4369 1-800-943-2323 1-800-222-5627

Electronic Bulletin Board

Vocational & Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities Domestic Violence, Office for The Prevention Of Domestic Violence - English

1-800-942-6906 1-800-942-6908

Domestic Violence - Spanish

Health, Department of AIDS Counseling & Testing (Albany) AIDS Counseling & Testing (Syracuse)

1-800-962-5065 1-800-562-9423 1-800-872-2777 1-800-541-2437 1-800-233-7432 1-800-542-2437 1-800-522-5006

AIDS Counseling & Testing Hotline (Non-Business Hours)

AIDS Hotline - General Information (English) AIDS Hotline - General Information (Spanish) AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)

Growing Up Healthy Hotline

National Suicide Hotline

1-800-273-TALK

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WHO WE ARE

VISION Missional Graduates / Thriving Churches

MISSION Davis College is a Bible-centered higher education institution committed to assisting the local church by preparing servant leaders who are competent in biblical truth and diligent in making disciples.

CORE INSTITUTIONAL VALUES Biblically Based Creating a worldview shaped by the entirety of Scripture. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Spiritually Focused Cultivating Maturity through Spiritual Transformation. Romans 12:1-2 Discipleship Driven Igniting passionate whole-life discipleship. Matthew 28:19-20 Servant-Minded Developing “head, heart, and hands” missional leaders. Matthew 20:26-28 Culturally Competent Engaging the world through a Biblically catalyzing lifestyle. 1 Corinthians 9:19-22

PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION Davis College is a private, undergraduate, coeducational Bible College within the conservative evangelical tradition that fosters the spiritual, vocational, intellectual, and personal development of students for ministry. Its philosophy views the direct study of the Bible as the primary means to a successful life and ministry. Its three-year diploma, A.A.S. and B.R.E. degree programs provide an integration of Biblical, general, and concentration studies. The one-year certificate programs focus primarily upon Biblical studies. As a Bible College, the Bible is the major curriculum component and the integrating factor of all other courses. General education is essential to a balanced, broad-based undergraduate education that gives the student a basic understanding of the world in which they live and minister. Concentration studies develop the student’s competencies, skills, abilities, and knowledge needed for service and leadership within church-related ministries. In its entirety, the educational and practical experience of the College is designed to enable students to know the Word of God, to apply it to every aspect of life and to minister it effectively to the world. In summary, Davis College provides students with the education and experience to develop a thoroughly biblical worldview and lifestyle.

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DAVIS COLLEGE INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of their chosen certificate or degree, Davis College students will:

Program Outcomes Bible/Theology Outcomes

BT1. Demonstrate a commitment to the authority of the Word of God BT2. Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of the Bible and theology BT3. Apply the tools and skills needed for a lifelong study of the Scriptures BT4. Demonstrate the ability to integrate the Word of God into life and ministry LA1. Demonstrate speaking, listening, and writing skills for effective communication LA2. Demonstrate a broad understanding of the history of man, religion, and culture LA3. Demonstrate the development of a healthy lifestyle LA4. Demonstrate a general knowledge of the scientific and quantitative aspects of the complex world created by God LA5. Demonstrate creativity in different forms of artistic expression CC1. Demonstrate an understanding of the complexity of human behavior from a biblical viewpoint CC2. Demonstrate a knowledge of the various systems of counseling, both secular and Christian CC3. Articulate a sound philosophy of biblical counseling as a support ministry CC4. Demonstrate the ability to counsel people effectively using the Word of God CC5. Effectively use the tools, methods, and techniques of biblical counseling associated with programs of the local church, parachurch ministry, or mission field CM1. Demonstrate an understanding of the various support ministries of the local church, both those incorporated into the church and those in parachurch organizations CM2. Articulate a sound philosophy of ministry for support ministries in general, and for specialized ministry in areas of the student’s interest CM3. Demonstrate the ability to administer a support ministry related to Christian education, children’s ministries, or women’s ministries CM4. Demonstrate competence in performing the duties associated with various support ministries CM5. Effectively use the tools, methods, and technologies associated with successful support ministry programs IM1. Understand the biblical and balanced correlation of world missions and the local church IM2. Demonstrate a knowledge of the biblical foundation and history of missions IM3. Demonstrate skills in the use of tools and techniques for the propagation of the gospel IM4. Demonstrate an understanding of variations in cultures around the world and give evidence of understanding how to adjust to life within these cultures IM.5 Demonstrate sufficient preparation to be approved and accepted by a fundamental mission agency

Liberal Arts Outcomes

Christian Counseling Concentration Outcomes

Christian Ministries Concentration Outcomes • Biblical Languages - Greek & Hebrew Emphasis • General Ministry Emphasis

Intercultural Ministries Concentration Outcomes

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Organizational Leadership Concentration Outcomes

OL1. Articulate a biblical philosophy of leadership in order to lead with the right purpose, vision, and values OL2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in biblical concepts of leadership to ensure godly and effective methods and goals OL3. Practice ethically and socially responsible ways of thinking in order to lead with compassion and integrity OL4. Demonstrate through coursework and field-based experiences the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to lead effectively OL5. Demonstrate proficient written and oral communication skills to provide leadership that is credible and ultimately successful OL6. Commit to a lifestyle of self-improvement and personal growth in order to serve as a positive role model for others OL7. Identify one’s leadership style for the purpose of maximizing strengths while delegating and correcting weaknesses PA1. Exercise effective pastoral leadership and general oversight of the local church to enable the church to fulfill its God-ordained mission PA2. Be competent in evangelism and discipleship methods so as to stimulate the church towards growth and an effective worldwide mission program PA3. Develop shepherding skills which will enable the pastor to provide effective biblical counseling and pastoral care in meeting the needs of people PA4. Be proficient in the preparation and effective delivery of biblically sound, homiletically balanced, and culturally relevant messages TE1. Know, understand, and use the major concepts, theories, and research related to nature and acquisition of language to construct learning environments that support ESOL students’ language and literacy development as well as content area achievement TE2. Know, understand, and use the major concepts, principles, theories, and research related to the nature and role of culture and cultural groups to construct learning environments that support ESOL students’ cultural identities, language and literacy development, and content area achievement TE3. Know, understand, and use standards-based practices and strategies related to planning, implementing, and managing ESL and content instruction, including classroom organization, teaching strategies for developing and integrating language skills, and choosing and adapting classroom resources TE4. Understand issues of assessment and use standards-based assessment measures with ESOL students TE5. Demonstrate knowledge of the history of ESL teaching; stay current with new instructional techniques, research results, advances in the ESL field, and public policy issues; use such information to reflect upon and improve his or her instructional practices; and provide support and advocacy for ESOL students and their families and work collaboratively to improve the learning environment TE6. Integrate Bible and the teaching of spiritual truth into an ESL program TE7. Teach English, Bible, and the message of redemption in a skillful, caring, and proficient manner to speakers of other languages

Pastoral Concentration Outcomes • Biblical Languages - Greek Emphasis • Biblical Languages - Hebrew Emphasis • Bible Exposition Emphasis Teaching English as a Second Language Concentration Outcomes

Youth Ministries Concentration Outcomes

YM1. Acquire fundamental content through classroom curricula YM2. Form the essential character through personal mentoring YM3. Develop ministry competency through fieldwork

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DOCTRINAL STATEMENT In the following Doctrinal Statement, Tier 1 doctrines are those which contain the formal basis and material substance of the Gospel, which together comprise what is essential to a Protestant and Evangelical understanding of Christian faith. All staff, faculty, and trustees must profess full agreement with the College’s Tier 1 doctrines. Those individuals agree, as well, not to dissent in word or action from any of the College’s Tier 2 theological commitments. Our Tier 2 doctrines are those which express beliefs that are distinctive to the College, and which serve to differentiate the College as a theological institution. Trustees, and faculty teaching required Bible and/or Theology courses, as well as courses that satisfy a Bible elective, must consent to the College’s Tier 2 doctrines.

TIER 2 – DISTINCTIVE FAITH

TIER 1 – ESSENTIAL FAITH Article 1.1. The Scriptures — We believe that the original writings 1 of the Holy Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments in their entirety, are verbally inspired of God and thus inerrant in what they affirm. These Scriptures constitute our only absolute authority in all matters of faith and practice. 2 Article 2. The Godhead — We believe in the Trinity: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, being one God eternally existent in three persons, equal in every divine perfection. 4 Article 3. The Person and Work of Christ — We believe in the deity and humanity of the Lord Jesus Christ, one person possessing two natures, making Him fully God and fully man. 5 In His deity, He is Creator and Sustainer of the universe. In His humanity, He was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, died a substitutionary death for sinners, arose bodily from the grave, ascended into heaven, and is now seated at the right hand of the Father. 6 Article 4.1. The Holy Spirit — We believe that the Holy Spirit is the Third Person of the Godhead, who convicts, regenerates, and indwells every believer in Christ. 7 Article 5.1. Humanity’s Creation and Fall — We believe that humankind is a special creation of God, made in His image, male and female; that Adam disobeyed his Creator and incurred spiritual death, total corruption, and divine condemnation; and that because of this every person is a sinner by nature and practice, in need of divine salvation. 10 Article 6.1. Salvation — We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ died and shed His blood to make atonement for the sins of all humanity. On the basis of His substitutionary death and resurrection, all who repent and believe receive God’s gift of eternal life. 12

Article 1.2. The Scriptures — We believe in the historical, grammatical, and contextual interpretation of the Bible, which reveals divinely determined dispensations defining humanity’s responsibilities under God in successive ages. 3

Article 4.2. The Holy Spirit — We believe that the Holy Spirit baptizes and seals all believers in Christ, and fills those who are yielded to Him. 8 We affirm that the Holy Spirit gives gifts of service to all believers. 9 Article 5.2. Humanity’s Creation and Fall — We believe that Adam and Eve were historical figures, not merely literary characters. 11 We affirm a historical Fall.

Article 6.2. Salvation — We believe that salvation is given wholly by grace, so that the believer is eternally secure. 13 We further believe that God’s design for believers is to manifest their salvation by a life that is pleasing to God and set apart unto Him, and that for this purpose every believer is provided positional and progressive sanctification in this life, and ultimate or perfective sanctification in the next. 14

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Article 7.1. The Church — We believe that the universal Church is composed of all who are saved, and serves as the body and espoused bride of Christ of which He is the Head. We believe that the local church is God’s designated instrument for service in the world. 15

Article 7.2. The Church — We believe that the universal Church is composed of all who are baptized by the Holy Spirit into one body from Pentecost to the Rapture. 16 We believe that the local church is an autonomous company of baptized believers that meets regularly to worship God, to observe the ordinances of believer’s baptism and the Lord’s supper, to edify itself, and to evangelize the world through the preaching and teaching of the Word. 17 We affirm that the proper mode of water baptism is immersion. 18 Article 8.2. Christian Life and Service — In the accomplishment of the Great Commission, we affirm that believers must be careful to separate themselves from sin, and to seek fellowship and cooperation only with those who believe and practice the biblical Gospel. 20 Article 9.2. Last Things — We affirm, in order, an imminent return of the Lord to the air to remove His church from the world, an event commonly known as the Rapture; a seven- year Tribulation; the return of Christ to the earth to rule for one thousand years; the Great White Throne Judgment of the lost; and the formation of a New Heaven and a New Earth. This chain of events issues in conscious, everlasting blessedness for the saved, and everlasting punishment for the lost. 22 Article 10. Marriage & Family — We believe that God created marriage to be exclusively the union of one man and one woman, and that intimate sexual activity is to occur exclusively within that union. 23 We further believe that all human life, being made in God’s image, is sacred. Human life is of inestimable worth in all its dimensions, including pre-born babies, the aged, the physically or mentally challenged, and every other stage or condition from conception through natural death. We are therefore called to defend, protect, and value human life. 24 Article 11. Limits of Doctrine — This Doctrinal Statement does not exhaust the extent of our beliefs. The Bible itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God that speaks with final authority concerning truth, morality and proper conduct, is the sole and final source of all we believe. For purposes of Davis College’s faith, doctrine, practice, policy, and discipline, our Board of Trustees is the College’s final interpretive authority on the Bible’s meaning and application.

Article 8.1. Christian Life and Service — We believe that the fulfillment of the Great Commission is the responsibility of every believer, that the believer is to seek the salvation of the lost, and that the believer is to disciple new converts and enlist them in the life of the local church. 19 Article 9.1. Last Things — We believe in the personal, physical, and visible return of Christ to the earth at the end of the age. 21

1. That is, in their final canonical form. 2. 2 Tim 3:16-17; Psa 119:105. Scriptural affirmations are inerrant when rightly interpreted. Scripture references throughout are representative. They are not “proof” texts; instead, they are evidential texts. 3. Eph 3:2–10. 4. Rom 1:7; 9:5; 1 Cor 3:16; Matt 28:19; John 10:30. 5. John 1:1, 14; 1 Tim 2:5. 6. Col 1:16; Heb 1:3; Luke 1:34-35; 1 Pet 2:22; 1 John 3:5; Rom 5:8; 1 Pet 3:18; 1 Cor 15:1-4; Eph 1:20-21; 1 Pet 3:22.

7. John 16:8; Titus 3:5; John 14:16-17. 8. 1 Cor 12:13; Eph 1:13; Eph 5:18. 9. 1 Cor 12:11. 10. Gen 1:26-27; 3:1-6; Rom 5:12-19; 3:9-18. 11. Gen 2:7, 21-23. 12. 1 John 2:2; Acts 20:21; John 6:47. 13. Eph 2:8-10; John 10:28.

14. Rom 12:1-2; 1 Cor 1:2; 2 Tim 2:21; Eph 5:25-27. 15. 1 Cor 12:13, 27; Eph 1:22-23; 2 Cor 11:2; Eph 4:15. 16. Acts 1:5; Acts 11:15. 17. Acts 2:41-47; 1 Cor 14:26; Eph 4:1-12; Matt 28:18-20. 18. John 3:23; Acts 8:38-39; cf. Rom 6:3-4. 19. Matt 28:20; Acts 1:8.

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CODE OF HONOR

I. DAVIS COLLEGE COVENANT I understand and accept the commitment of Davis College to be a distinctly Christian, values-based institution and therefore: 1. I will commit myself to grow in my knowledge and obedience to Christ and His Word. 2. I will embrace the core values of Davis College and strive to carry out these values in my service to God and humankind. 3. I will maintain involvement in a local church, regularly worshiping and studying God’s Word with a body of believers (Hebrews 10:25). 4. I will follow the policies of Davis College and will treat the people and property of this community with respect and courtesy. 5. I will tell the truth and my academic work will be my own. 6. I will abstain from the possession and use of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, and tobacco products and I will not misuse prescription drugs, both on and off campus. 7. I will be financially responsible to the College, paying my bills and working to support myself as necessary. 8. I will keep my mind and body pure and free from any form of sexual sin, including pornography (Colossians 3:5). 9. I will do my best in my academic work to please the Lord, so that I may be a “workman who does not need to be ashamed” (2 Timothy 2:15). 10. I will conduct myself as a witness of Jesus, treating people with grace and kindness. 11. I will appreciate the diversity of people at Davis College and will strive to model the love of Christ across lines of gender, race, culture and socio-economic status. 12. I will respect the doctrinal beliefs of my peers and Davis College, and where I disagree I will not “sow discord among the brethren” (Proverbs 6:19). In essentials unity; in nonessentials liberty; and in all things charity. II. APPEAL PROCESS Appeals of suspension or dismissal decisions will be presented to a Discipline Panel. The panel is made up of 4 faculty and staff members, 2 males and 2 females appointed by the Director of Student Development. Appeals must be in writing. The Appeal Committee will meet within 3 business days of receiving the appeal. A decision will be made after the committee meets. The student will be notified of the decision the following business day after the committee meets by email or phone. III. FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT – WHAT IS IT? The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 is a Federal law designed to protect the privacy of a student’s education records. This federal law, known as the Buckley Amendment, was enacted to establish procedures for disclosing information contained in student records, to insure the privacy of these records for the student, to establish the rights of students to inspect their educational records and to provide guidelines for the correction of inaccurate data through informal and formal hearings. Davis College is in compliance with the FERPA guidelines. The Act applies to students enrolled in higher education institutions as well as K–12 students. If a student is a minor (e.g., under the age of eighteen), the parents or legal guardians are afforded the rights. Only when the student has signed a written release giving their parent(s) or legal guardian access to their record is an institution allowed to release information from the student’s education record to parents. The Act also applies to former students but does not apply to applicants for admissions.

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According to the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers the essence of the Act as it affects higher education students and institutions is:

• College students must be permitted to inspect their own education records. • Institutions may not disclose information about students nor permit inspection of their records without written permission, unless such action is covered by certain exceptions permitted in the Act.

IV. WHAT IS DAVIS COLLEGE’S POLICY ON FERPA? An education record is defined as a record maintained by an educational institution and includes information that makes a student personally identifiable. Davis College will permit students to inspect and review their education records. It will not disclose education records about students nor allow inspection of student records without a written request. Davis College will also release educational records to parents of students only upon receipt of a written request from both the student and parent. Davis College will maintain a record of each request for access to and each disclosure of personally identifiable information from the education records of each student. The college at its discretion may disclose directory information, but students may protect all or part of this data from disclosure. When an individual requests student information from Davis College, the college will respond in accordance with FERPA guidelines. V. WHAT INFORMATION MAY AN INSTITUTION DISCLOSE? There are two types of information distinguished under FERPA: personally identifiable information and directory information. Certain conditions exist with regards to disclosure of each kind of information. VI. PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION Davis College will not disclose personally identifiable information from the student’s education records except with the written consent of the student. Examples of personally identifiable information are: • The name of the student’s parent or other family member • The address of the student or student’s family • A personal identifier such as the student’s Social Security Number or another student identifier • Other information that would make the student’s identity easily traceable Prior consent, in the form of a signed and dated document, must be provided by the student to the Registrar’s Office to authorize Davis College to disclose personally identifiable information. The consent: • Must specify records that may be disclosed. • Should state purpose of disclosure. • Must identify party or class of parties to whom disclosure may be made.

VII. PRIMARY EXCEPTIONS In relation to postsecondary institutions, prior consent is not required to disclose personally identifiable information:

To a school official who has a legitimate educational interest.

A school official is defined as administrative and clerical personnel, faculty, Board of Trustees, persons employed by or under contract to Davis to perform a special task, such as an attorney or auditor, and student workers performing assigned tasks.

The school official has a “legitimate educational interest” if the official is acting in the student’s educational interest and needs the student record information for the effective functioning of his or her office position.

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To Federal, State and local authorities involving an audit or evaluation of compliance with education programs.

In connection with financial aid (such as the administration or continuation of aid). • To the student. • To individuals or organizations conducting studies for or on behalf of an educational institution. • To regional or professional accreditation organizations. • To parents of a dependent student (see “What Is It?” section). • To comply with a judicial order or subpoena. A reasonable effort must be made to notify the student beforehand—unless ordered by the subpoena not to do so.

In the event of a health or safety emergency where the information is required to resolve the emergency.

Data considered directory information, so long as the student has not previously requested nondisclosure of this information.

Data that is the result of a disciplinary hearing where the student is the perpetrator of a crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense. Under this exception, information may be released to anyone, including the media. No information on the victim or witnesses may be released. Of a student under the age of 21 who has committed a drug or alcohol related offense (e.g., reporting the offense to the parents of the student). VIII. DIRECTORY INFORMATION Directory information is defined as information that would not generally be considered harmful to the student or an invasion of privacy if disclosed. Directory information may be released at the discretion of college officials without written permission of the student. Consistent with federal law, Davis College has defined directory information as including, but not limited to:

• Student’s name • Local address • Local telephone listing • Photograph • Date and place of birth,

• Major field of study • Dates of attendance • Grade level • Enrollment status (e.g., undergraduate, full-time or part-time) • Participation in officially recognized activities and sports Weight and height of athletic team members • Degrees, awards and honors (includes Dean’s list) received and pertinent dates • The most recent educational institution or educational agencies attended and dates of attendance According to the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, the following is not considered directory information and may not be disclosed to a third party except with the written consent of the student or to a school official with a legitimate educational interest: • Student identification numbers

• Ethnicity/race/nationality • Social Security numbers • Gender

Students may withhold directory information by notifying the Registrar’s Office and filing a request for non-release within one week after the first day of class for the term. They may also protect a subset of this information, referred to as locator information, which includes: name, local address, local telephone listing. As a result of placing a privacy restriction on

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directory and/or locator information, a student will not be included in the Davis College Student Directory and will not receive mailings from the Alumni Association. Only materials related to your educational program will be mailed to you.

IX. ACCESS TO YOUR ACADEMIC RECORDS Students who wish to view their records should notify the Registrar’s Office by submitting a signed written request. An appointment will be made for the student to view the file within a reasonable amount of time (limited by law to 45 days). Students may receive copies of their records by submitting a signed written request. The fee for copies of educational records other than transcripts is $1.00 per page. No transcripts or copies of any other educational records will be issued unless the student’s or former student’s financial account is current. Parents desiring to inspect and review the education records of the student should address a written request accompanied by a signed letter of permission from the student whose record is requested or a court order directing the release of the information to the parent to the Registrar’s Office. If records are found to be inaccurate, the students or parents shall have the opportunity to request a hearing to challenge the contents of any institution record. If students or parents desire to challenge such a record and a solution is not reached informally, they must do so by filing a written request with the Registrar’s Office. A committee appointed by the President of Davis College will conduct the hearing within 30 days of the written request. Students will have a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issues raised. A decision shall be rendered in writing within two weeks of the conclusion of the hearing. If the decision of the review committee is unsatisfactory to the students or parents, they may place record statements with the College commenting on the information in the records stating the reasons for disagreeing with the decision. If records are found to be inaccurate, the students or parents shall have the opportunity to request a hearing to challenge the contents of any institution record. If students or parents desire to challenge such a record and a solution is not reached informally, they must do so by filing a written request with the Registrar’s Office. A committee appointed by the President of Davis College will conduct the hearing within 30 days of the written request. Students will have a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issues raised. A decision shall be rendered in writing within two weeks of the conclusion of the hearing. If the decision of the review committee is unsatisfactory to the students or parents, they may place record statements with the College commenting on the information in the records stating the reasons for disagreeing with the decision. X. COLLEGE CATALOGUE Every attempt has been made to present information in this section that is consistent with the current edition of the college catalog; a person enrolling as a student at Davis College must obtain a copy of the college catalog from the Davis College website and keep it in their possession during their time as a student at the college. The provisions stated in the catalog “are to be considered directive in character, and not as an irrevocable contract between the student and Davis College. The college reserves the right to make changes it deems advisable in the offerings, regulation and fees stated in the catalog.” Although the college makes every effort to keep changes to a minimum during the life of a catalog, students must realize that education is never static; therefore, changes are inevitable in order to meet changing needs and the expectations of accrediting agencies. Students should take note of catalog changes and make revisions in their own personal copy of the college catalog.

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TITLE IX Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities by recipients of federal financial assistance. All sexual misconduct complaints and grievances made under Title IX, including allegations of sexual violence, will be handled under this Policy. I. TITLE IX COORDINATOR The College’s Title IX Coordinator is Sarah Dever who can be reached by calling 518.494.1604, or by emailing sbyron@ davisny.edu. Sarah Dever is also the Director of Admissions and an Adjunct Faculty Member. The Title IX Coordinator is: • Responsible for oversight of the investigation and resolution of all reports of sexual harassment, including sexual assault; • Knowledgeable and trained in relevant state and federal laws and the College’s policies and procedures; Available to advise any individual, including a complainant, a respondent, or a third party, about the courses of action available at the College, both informally and formally, and the courses of action available externally, including reports to law enforcement; • Available to provide assistance to any College community member regarding how to respond appropriately to reports of sexual assault and harassment; • Responsible for monitoring full compliance with all requirements and timelines specified in the complaint procedures; and • Responsible for compiling required reports. II. VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2013 Davis College prohibits the offenses of sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking (those terms are defined on pages 14 through 18) and reaffirms its commitment to maintaining a campus environment that emphasizes the dignity and worth of all members of the college community. Toward that end, Davis College issues this statement of policy to inform the campus community of our programs to address domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking as well as the procedures for institutional disciplinary action in cases of alleged dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, which will be followed regardless of whether the incident occurs on or off campus when it is reported to a College official. Davis College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and sexual harassment and sexual violence are types of sex discrimination. Other acts can also be forms of sex-based discrimination and are also prohibited by Davis College as well as federal law whether sexually based or not and include dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. Because you are reporting a possible form of sex-based discrimination, Davis College wants to inform you of our policy and procedures that address sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, whether the incident occurs on or off campus as well as your rights and Davis College’s responsibilities. As a complainant of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence or stalking, you will receive a written explanation of your rights and options. Davis College has procedures in place that serve to be sensitive to those who report sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. These procedures are explained in “Title IX Policy” and include information on your right to file criminal charges as well as the availability of medical, counseling and support services. We also offer additional remedies to prevent contact between a complainant and an accused party, such as temporary or permanent changes in housing, academic, transportation and working conditions, if reasonably available. The Title IX policy also addresses possible sanctions and interim and/or long-term protective measures that Davis College may impose following a report through the final determination of our discipline process. If you would like more information than is contained in this handout regarding any process or procedure, or if you’d like to make a report, ask questions about the Title IX policy, or need to request an accommodation to your living or working arrangements regardless of whether or

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