Welcome Packet 2024–2025
Dear New and Returning Students,
Welcome to Davis College!
Davis College has been training men and women for gospel ministry for more than 120 years. Hundreds of Davis College alumni serve in dozens of countries around the world and countless towns and cities right here in the USA. Davis College alumni are youth leaders, missionaries, evangelists, educators, pastors, worship leaders, and biblical counselors. We are honored that you have chosen Davis College to be your partner in ministry preparation. As you walk around this beautiful campus, begin to pray and to dream about what God has in store for you in ministry. As you take classes, interact with your professors, build relationships with staff and other students, God will expand your vision for ministry. As you serve Him on campus, and as you seek Him during chapel time, God will begin to pour His plan into your heart. This next year Davis will challenge you for a lifetime of service. It will not only grow your relationship with God but deepen your understanding of who He is though His Word. The place is the same. The experience is the same. But the preparation will challenge you in different ways. Two schools with the same mission and the same goal are partnering to prepare you for a lifetime of service. Let me encourage you. Do not be intimidated by the challenges before you. Rather, be ignited by the fire that God has placed within you. Build your faith. Banish doubts and fears. Keep your focus on Jesus, the living Jesus, who walks beside you and talks to you each day. Don’t compare yourself to someone else. God has a special plan for you! Invest your life selflessly in the lives of others. Be a friendly person. Smile until your face hurts! Be a blessing all over campus.
You are welcome to come to the Davis Administration Center. Just ask for “Doug,” and some kind person will point the way. I’m here to serve you. I’m here to listen. I’m here to help.
Finally, put Jesus first and live for Him each day. In practical terms, this means lining up your life with His life every day. One day and then the next day. Don’t get ahead of Jesus. Remember, you’re a follower. Your thoughts, your fears, your hopes, your dreams, your plans, your every need... lay them at His feet. When you live this way each day, day after day, two years will pass, and you will find yourself older, wiser, stronger, more mature, better prepared, and in the center of God’s will.
Blessings,
D. Alan Blanc President, Davis College
Table of Contents
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Schedule
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Important Information
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Class Schedule
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Sports Ministry Options
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Map
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General Information
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Academic Calendar
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Textbook List
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Billing Information
Opening Weekend Schedule 2024–2025
Mealtimes Family members of students can purchase meal tickets. Below are the mealtimes for Opening Weekend unless otherwise noted on the schedule: 8:00–8:30 AM Breakfast 12:00–1:00 PM Lunch 5:00–6:30 PM Dinner
Monday, August 26 Athletics Registration 1:00 PM–4:00 PM Fall Sports Registration* – Health & Athletic Center 4:00 PM–5:00 PM Campus Tours* – Health & Athletic Center 5:00 PM–6:00 PM Dinner* – Bollback Student Life Center 6:30 PM–7:00 PM Athletics Welcome Meeting* – Wyrtzen Center Mezzanine 7:00 PM–8:00 PM For the Parents* – Wyrtzen Center Mezzanine 7:00 PM–9:00 PM Coaches & Players – See coach for location 9:00 PM–10:00 PM Refreshments* – Bollback Student Life Center 11:00 PM In Dorms
Friday, August 30 Student Leadership Registration 1:00 PM–4:00 PM Student Leadership Registration* – Health & Athletic Center
4:00 PM–5:00 PM Campus Tours* – Health & Athletic Center 5:00 PM–6:00 PM Dinner*– Bollback Student Life Center 7:00 PM–8:30 PM For the Parents* – The Barn 7:00 PM–8:30 PM Student Leadership Party – Location TBD 8:30 PM–9:30 PM Refreshments* – Bollback Student Life Center Midnight In Dorms
Friday, September 6 9:00 AM–10:00 AM Sophomore Early Access Registration* – Health & Athletic Center 10:00 AM–3:00 PM All Student Registration* – Health & Athletic Center 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM Campus Tours* – Wyrtzen Lobby 8:00 PM–8:45 PM Welcome Meeting* – Wyrtzen Center Main Auditorium 9:00 PM–10:00 PM Block Party* – The Quad Midnight In Dorms Saturday, September 7 9:00 AM–9:50 AM Student Life Chapel* 10:30 AM–12:00 PM For the Parents – The Barn 12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch @ BSLC 1:00 PM–3:00 PM Parent’s Den Open* – Huskies Health & Athletic Center Multipurpose Room
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Saturday, September 7 (continued) 1:00 PM–5:00 PM Soccer Games* – Huskies Soccer Complex Women – 1:00 PM Men – 3:00 PM 6:30 PM Women’s Volleyball Game* – Huskies Health and Athletic Center 8:00 PM Bro/Sis Dorm S’mores – See RA for location Midnight In Dorms Sunday, September 8 9:30 AM–10:00 AM Coffee for Parents* – Wyrtzen Center Lobby 10:00 AM–11:00 AM Parenting from a Distance* – Wyrtzen Center Mezzanine 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Worship Service* – Wyrtzen Center Main 12:00 PM–1:30 PM Lunch* – Bollback Student Life Center 2:00 PM–5:00 PM Afternoon Activities 5:00 PM–6:00 PM Dinner – Bollback Student Life Center 8:00 PM–9:00 PM Campfire & Class Picture – Kenya Hill or The Barn if inclement weather Midnight In Dorms
Monday, September 9 8:00 AM–8:30 AM Breakfast 9:00 AM–10:00 AM Split Handbook Session Women – WC Main Men – WC Mezz 10:00 AM–11:00 AM Health & Security – WC Main 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Food Safety – WC Main 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Title IX – WC Main 12:50 PM–1:30 PM Lunch 2:00 PM–4:00 PM Davis Orientation – Huskies Den 5:45 PM–6:30 PM Dinner 8:00 PM Campus Clash – Soccer Complex
11:00 PM In Dorms 1:00 AM Lights Out
Important Information
• Live-Stream of Meetings: All opening weekend meetings will be livestreamed.
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Location Key:
BSLC – Bollback Student Life Center WC – Wyrtzen Center HDRC – Huskies Den and Recreation Center
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Class Schedule Pottersville, Fall Semester 2024
+ = Required Prerequisite courses or Instructor’s permission
TUESDAY & THURSDAY
*Classes meet on Monday (11/18 & 12/9)
Time
Course ID
Course Name
Type Crs
Instructor
Classroom
I
9:00—10:15 AM ENGL3322
Literature of C.S.Lewis
F/L
3
Peterson
B
PSYC4011
Counseling Practicum 1
C, Ct
3
Burgos
A
II
10:30—11:45 AM BIBL3022
Pauline Epistles
B
3
Blanc
A
HIST2211
Western Civilization I
H/L
3
Davis
B
III
1:30—2:45 AM PHED2111
Health & Fitness
L
3
Layton
A
SPCH3111 Communicating Biblical Truth Ct
3
Blanc
B
llll
3:00–4:15 PM CHMN3214 Foundations of Sports Ministry
3
Layton
A
WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY
*Classes meet on Monday (10/7, 11/4, 12/16)
Time
Course ID
Course Name
Type Crs Instructor
Classroom
I
9:00—10:15 A.M.
PSYC3211
Fundamentals of Counseling
Ct
3
Schenke
A
Financial Management & Stewardship in Youth Ministry
YMIN4011
Ct
3
Burtis
B
II
10:30—11:45 A.M.
PSYC4122 Marriage and Family Counseling C, Ct
3
Schenke
A
12:00-12:50 PM – Chapel Wednesday, Jack Wyrtzen, Friday, Barn
III
2:00—3:15 P.M.
FOUN3033
Career Development
L/Ct
3
Dever
B
WEDNESDAYS ONLY
ALV Technologies, System Planning & Design
IV 2:00–4:30 P.M.
CHMN3211
L/Ct
3
Eichelberger
H
MAIN CAMPUS – REMOTE LEARNING CLASSES
Course ID
Course Name
Type Crs
Instructor
COMP3121
Computers & Their Applications
L
3
Franz
Classroom Key
Type Key
A Seminary A
B Bible/Theology
F
Fine Arts Elective
B Seminary B
Ct
Concentration
C Counseling Elective
H Huskies Den
L
Liberal Arts Elective
M Math Elective
H History Elective
S Science Elective
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Sports Ministry Options
2024–2025 Requirements
• Those students desiring to be involved in Sports Ministries must first try out for a team. Students trying out for Men’s Soccer, Women’s Soccer, Women’s Volleyball Registration on August 26 is 1-4pm. Students trying out for Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball need to arrive during the scheduled Opening Weekend Registration. Basketball tryouts will take place during Opening Weekend. The student must also have sent in or must bring with them: proof of a sports physical within the past year, health record information, and must have paid the Davis College confirmation fee of $275. Students who have not provided this information will not be allowed to check in. Registration will officially take place on August 26. • Each player will be charged approximately $250 on their school bill. This fee covers team warm-ups and apparel (which the athlete will keep) and basic equipment costs for their sport. (There may be additional charges for extended trips and tournaments.) • In special cases there is an opportunity to be a two or three-sport athlete (1 fall, 1 winter and 1 spring).
If you plan to attend tryouts for a sports team, please fill out the form at: wol.is/athleticsform
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Let us Help You Pack
Study
Sleep
Bible
Alarm Clock
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Laptop (Required)
Pillow
Desk Lamp (Not Halogen)
Sheets (Size – Twin) Blanket (Size – Twin) Comforter (Size – Twin)
Pens and Pencils
Notepaper/Notebook
Binders
Mattress Topper (Size – Twin)
Stationery Calendar
Laundry
Laundry Soap
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Stapler
Laundry Bag/Basket
Scotch Tape
Iron
Spiral Notebook Surge Protector USB Flash Drive
Drying Rack
Other
Backpack Umbrella
Shower
Towels/Washcloths Toothbrush/Holder
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Camera
Cell Phone Flashlight
Toothpaste
Soap
Sleeping Bag First-Aid Kit Water Bottle Mug/Bowl Microwave*
Deodorant Shampoo
Shower Caddy
Blow Dryer
Razor
Mini Refrigerator*
Slippers
Coffee Maker
Robe
Vacuum
Organize □
Small Trash Can
Sealed Food Containers
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Clothes Hangers
*You may want to check with your roommates first
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General Information for Students Pottersville, Fall Semester 2024–2025
Welcome We look forward to having you as a student at Davis College. Included is some information that might be of help to you as you prepare to spend your year here. If you have any additional questions, please call an Admissions Counselor at 877.949.3248.
Location Davis College campus is located at the south end of Schroon Lake, just outside the village of Pottersville near Exit 26 off I-87. Schroon Lake Village is 9 miles north of the college campus at the northern end of the lake.
Transportation Transportation to and from the Albany International Airport, Albany Bus Station, and Albany-Rensselaer Train Station is offered for scheduled school breaks for $25 each way. Please note: Transportation by Davis College will be provided ONLY to and from Albany. To request Davis College transportation, please fill out the Transportation Request Form at wol.to/nytransport . Any questions can be directed to transportation@wol.org .
Transportation is offered at the following times: • The day breaks begins and early the following morning. • The day when students are required to return to campus. • For specific dates and shuttle times, please refer to the current transportation request form. Other transportation options are listed below: • Bus: http://trailwaysny.com, https://www.greyhound.com
Adirondack Trailways offers bus services to and from Pottersville. If needing transportation from the Albany International Airport, they have a bus that departs directly from there. Tickets can be purchased at the Adirondack Trailways ticket counter. • Train: www.amtrak.com • Plane: www.albanyairport.com Registration We would like all students here no later than 4:30 PM on the day of Registration (see calendar for specific dates). Permission to come late must be obtained ahead of time. This will only be granted in unusual circumstances. Students are expected to have the first semester’s finances at Registration. Please have a payment plan in place with the Business Office prior to Registration.
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What To Bring
Dorms: Each dorm room is furnished with wall-to-wall carpeting and drapes. Each student will need to bring their own pillow, blankets, towels and bed sheets (twin size). Each student should bring two warm blankets. Each student has a desk, dresser, and limited closet space. A desk lamp is necessary for studying. You may bring a small wastebasket for your own use. Books & Bookstore: Any required textbook not included in the LOGOS software will be available in the Bookstore and can be purchased at 25% off for all students. Students are required to have personal laptops and will be equipped with the LOGOS software (included in the fees for a year). LOGOS contains many of the textbooks in an e-book format along with their course syllabi. For more information on laptop specifications for LOGOS, check out wordoflife.edu/ logos . Information on how to download the LOGOS software system will be sent to you in the mail prior to Registration. The Campus Bookstore will be open Registration Weekend and daily through the school year. Personal and gift items, textbooks, and paper supplies are available. Personal checks, Visa, MasterCard or Discover may be used at the Bookstore.
A good Study Bible is helpful. King James Version, New King James Version, English Standard Version, New American Standard Version, or Holman Christian Standard Version are recommended.
Music: Bring your musical instrument with you, if possible. These can be kept in the Music Building, and you can practice there. There will be ample opportunity throughout the year to use these, both in formal and informal settings. All students will attend sessions on building their life around biblical principles. It is recommended that students build such principles for entertainment. Transportation: Cars and bikes are encouraged. Bikes should be equipped with a lock and chain. If you are bringing a car, your car must be registered when you arrive. There is a one-time $50 registration fee for vehicles that can be paid at Opening Weekend Registration. Miscellaneous Items: A small suitcase or travel bag is useful as students go out on weekend ministries. A laundry bag is helpful for making those necessary trips to the laundromat, which is located on the Bible Institute campus. Bows and arrows, hunting knives, and guns should be left at home. If it is necessary to bring any such item for a specific reason, they must be checked in and left at the Bible Institute Office.
Phones: Students will need to provide their own phone. If you plan on bringing a cell phone, please note that Verizon has the best coverage, and AT&T comes in second.
Finances Large amounts of money should not be left in the dorms. There are no banking facilities on campus. However, there is an ATM located in the Café and the lobby of the Bollback Student Life Center. Glens Falls National Bank & Trust has offices in the Village of Schroon Lake (9 miles north) and Chestertown (6 miles south) where students may open a checking account. This will facilitate check cashing and money handling. School Breaks Vacation breaks are in December, March, and June. Students will be notified when they can head home for break, but generally it will be after the morning exam. Flights should not be scheduled before 2:00 PM on the first day of break. The campus is closed during vacation breaks. Students are not fed or housed on campus during this time, unless prior arrangements have been made with the Student Life staff. Travel arrangements should be made in accordance with the academic calendar. Students are expected to return on time after vacations and are not permitted to leave early. Throughout the year, students may obtain special permission to stay off campus overnight through the Student Life staff (students must file appropriate paperwork on time and take care of missed service assignments or ministry ahead of time).
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School Calendar A tentative school calendar can be viewed on the next page. Students may generally leave campus by 11:00 AM on the day classes end. Please do not make any flight arrangements before 2:00 PM on the last day of class. You are expected back on campus by 7:00 PM the day vacation ends. The Albany Airport is 1.5 hours from campus, so plan your flight departures and arrivals carefully.
Job Opportunities Davis students will have the opportunity to find a job off campus or explore some part-time opportunities on campus. Word of Life will have a Job board that will have on-campus, part-time opportunities for Davis Students.
Ministry Information Davis students have an assigned Word of Life ministry, but we prioritize their preferences to try to accommodate If someone wants to do a local church ministry, etc.
Camp Requirements The goal is to give our upper classmen more leadership opportunities during camp if they are qualified to fill such roles. These positions are not required, and students would be compensated for the work they do in the summer, but not for Snowcamp. Snowcamp will count towards their ministry requirement.
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Academic Calendar Pottersville, Fall Semester 2024
DATE
EVENT
September 12
Classes Begin
September 15
Week 1, Drop period; 100% refund
September 20
Last Day to add a class
September 22
Week 2, Withdrawal period (VWD); 75% refund
September 29
Week 3, Withdrawal period (VWD); 50% refund
October 6
Week 4, Withdrawal period (VWD); 25% refund
October 13
Week 5, Withdrawal period (VWP or VWF); 0% refund
October 20
Week 6, Withdrawal period (VWP or VWF); 0% refund
October 27
Week 7 or later, Failed grade (F); 0% refund
November 21–27
Thanksgiving Break
November 28
Classes Resume
December 19 — January 9
Winter Break
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Textbook List Pottersville, Fall Semester 2024–2025
The following books are required reading and should be purchased prior to the first class. * Asterix indicates that a book is NOT required but recommended.
Course
Textbooks
CHMN3211 – ALV Technologies, System Planning & Design
Herring, Brad: Sound, Lighting & Video: A Resource For Worship. Focal Press, 2013.
Bolles, Richard N. What Color Is Your Parachute? Berkeley, CA: Ten Speed Press, 2022.
FOUN3033 – Career Development
Rath, Tom. Strengths Finder 2.0 New York, NY: Gallup Press, 2007. With Online Access Code.
Duvall, J. Scott., and J. Daniel Hays. Grasping God’s Word: a Hands-on Approach to Reading, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible. Zondervan, 2012.
SPCH3111 – Communicating Biblical Truth
Hendricks, Howard G . Teaching to Change Lives: Seven Proven Ways to Make Your Teaching Come Alive. Multnomah Press, 2003. Discovering Computers 2018: Digital Technology, Data, and Devices: Essentials . By Vermaat, Sebok, Freund, Campbell, and Frydenberg. Cengage Learning, 2018. ISBN: 978-1-337-28511-7 Text may be purchased without any CourseMate or MindTap online additions. Welch, Edward. Depression: Looking Up from the Stubborn Darkness, New Growth Press, 2011. ISBN-10 : 1935273876
COMP3121 – Computers & Their Applications
PSYC4011 – Counseling Practicum I: Observations
Emlet, Michael. MDiv, MD. Cross Talk: Where Life and Scripture Meet, New Growth Press, 2009. ISBN-10 : 1935273124
Lambert, Heath Theology of Counseling, Zondervan Academic 2016. ISBN-10 : 0310518164
PSYC3211 – Fundamentals of Counseling
Adams Jay E . The Christian Counselor’s Manual: The Practice of Nouthetic Counseling, Zondervan 1986. ASIN: 031051150X
The Bible.
Dunlop, Jamie. Budgeting for a Healthy Church: Aligning Finances with Biblical Priorities for Ministry (9Marks). Zondervan, 2019.
YMIN4011 – Financial Management and Stewardship in Youth Ministry
Tripp, Paul David. Redeeming Money: How God Reveals and Reorients Our Hearts. Crossway, 2018.
PHED2111 – Health and Fitness
Fitness and Health, Sharkey, Brian J., and Steven E. Gaskill. 2013, Human Kinetics. Seventh Edition
Surprised by Joy: The Shape of My Early Life, New York: Harper Collins Publishers. Mere Christianity, New York: HarperOne, Revised and enlarged edition, 2015. The Abolition of Man, New York: HarperOne, 2001. The Problem of Pain, New York: Harper Collins Publishers, 2001. The Screwtape Letters, New York: Harper Collins Publishers, Reprint Edition, 2015. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe , New York: Harper Collins. A Narnia book of the student’s choosing.
ENGL3322 – Literature of C.S. Lewis
Kellemen, Robert W. Gospel-Centered Marriage Counseling: an Equipping Guide for Pastors and Counselors. Baker Books, a Division of Baker Publishing Group, 2020. ISBN-10 : 0801094348 Kellemen, Robert W. Gospel-Centered Family Counseling: an Equipping Guide for Pastors and Counselors. Baker Books, a Division of Baker Publishing Group, 2020. ISBN-10 : 0801094356
PSYC4122 – Marriage and Family Counseling
BARNETT, Paul William. Paul: Missionary of Jesus. W.B. Eerdmans Pub., 2008.
BIBL3022 – Pauline Epistles
LONGENECKER, Bruce W. Thinking through Paul: An Introduction to His Life, Letters, and Theology. Zondervan, 2014.
HIST2211 – Western Civilization I
Western Civilization: A Concise History, by Christopher Brooks (Online open text, free access)
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Billing Information Pottersville, Fall Semester 2024–2025
Student Account Financial Terms
Financial Responsibility: Students should have a clear understanding of their contractual financial obligations. Student accounts are expected to be paid on time and kept current. Any past due accounts must be paid in full in order to register for a new semester. If students register for a course they do not attend, then they are still liable for tuition and fees. Fees are non-refundable after the semester has started. Payment Options: Each semester’s total tuition, housing, and fees are assessed during the Registration process and are due before the first day of class. The following payment options have been instituted for the student’s convenience. A student must select a payment option as well as complete and sign the Payment Arrangement Form. • Option 1: Fully covered by Financial Aid: Student has a Federal Pell Grant, a Federal Student Loan, and/or other form of Financial Aid that has been guaranteed in excess of their tuition and fees. • Option 2: Full Payment (Preferred): Full semester payment is made before the first day of class. • Option 3: Monthly Payment Plan: A student that still has a remaining balance after financial aid and student loans may enroll in a monthly payment plan. 3-month payment plan – divide full amount by 3 months. If this is still not a manageable option, contact the Financial Aid department Payment Plan Policy: Payments are due on either the 15th or the 30th of the month. First payment is due prior to the start of the semester. Payment plans not completed by the semester deadline may be subject to late fees and/or collection fees. No additional finance charges will be applied if payments remain current.
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Notes
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