2014–15 Biola University Catalog
Published, Designed and Produced by: Biola University Office of the Registrar Chrystal Barber, Editor and Designer Catalog 2014–15 Biola University
Tel: (562) 903-4720 Fax: (562) 903-4896
Cover Design: Madison Holmlund, UCM
For more information: visit: www.biola.edu or call: 1-800-OK-BIOLA
Disclaimer: Biola University reserves the right to change any and all student charges, modify its services, or change its curriculum or programs of study should economic conditions, curricular revisions, or other relevant factors make it necessary or desirable to do so. While every effort is made to insure the accuracy of the information in this catalog, Biola University has the right to make changes at any time without prior notice.
Contents
C ontents
Withdrawal
19 19 19 19 20 20 20 20 20 20 21 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 23 25 25 25 26 26 26
General Information General Information
1 2
Student’s Records
Attendance
Historical Sketch
2 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 7 7
Grades
The University’s Mission The University’s Vision The University’s Values
Repeated Courses
Final Grades
Grade Changes
University Learning Outcomes Accreditation and Affiliations
Dean’s List
Audit Students Academic Load
Doctrinal Statement
Teaching Biblical Studies
Independent Study/Arranged Course
Diversity Statement
Classification of Students Numbering of Courses Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Chapel
The Community of La Mirada The Biola University Campus Biola Educational Centers
Transcript Requests
The Library
Name Changes
Media Services
Extracurricular Activities
Center for Christian Thought
Degrees Offered
Distance Learning Interterm Session Summer Session
Undergraduate Programs
Graduate Programs
Post-Graduate Transfer Credit
Army ROTC
Commencement
Air Force ROTC
Summary of University Enrollment Fall Semester 2013
Summary of University Graduating Class 2012–13 Academic Year
Financial Information
8
Application Fee
8 8 8 8 9
Graduation Rate Disclosure
Room
Academic and Behavioral Standards
27
Meal Plan
Graduate Student Housing Rates Tuition Information 2014–15
Academic Standing Athletic Eligibility
27 27 27 27 27 27
General Fees
10 10 10 11 11 11 12
Extracurricular Activities
Special Fees - Undergraduate
Academic Integrity Fraudulent Records
Special Fees - Graduate
Music Fees Typical Costs
Biola University Community Standards
Student Services
29
Payment Information
Residence Life Residence Halls
29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 32 32 32 32
Finance Charges
Financial Aid Information
13
Housing for Graduate Students
Undergraduate Financial Aid
13 14 15 15 15 15 16
Residency Requirements Housing Reservation
Graduate Financial Aid
General Financial Aid Information
Continuing Students Commuter Students
Application for Aid
Financial Aid Disbursements Financial Aid Withdrawal/ Return of Aid Policy
Food Service
Biola Print Shop
Bookstore
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Health Services Campus Safety
Admission, Enrollment and Graduation Requirements
Immigration Services
17
Global Student Programs and Development
Enrollment Deposit
17 17 17 19 19 19 19
Learning Center Academic Advising Psychological Services Career Development
Re-Admission
Admission of Non-Native English-Speaking Students
Veterans
Registration (Phase 1) Enrollment (Phase 2)
Writing Center
Appeals and Grievances
Add/Drops
v
Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
Student Activities
33
Communication Studies, B.A.
65 67 68 68 69 70 71 73 74 75 77 80 81 85 86 87 89 91 92 93 97 97 98 99
Computer Science, B.S.
Spiritual Development and Chapels Student Government for Undergraduates Student Government for Graduate Students
33 33 33 33 33 33 33 34 34
Design, B.S.
Engineering Physics, B.S.
Student Missionary Union
English, B.A.
Athletics
Environmental Science, B.S.
Student Media
History, B.A.
Theatre Productions
Human Biology, B.S.
Forensics
Christian Formation and Ministry
Humanities, B.A.
Intercultural Studies, B.A.
Undergraduate Requirements and Policies
35
Journalism and Integrated Media, B.A.
High School Record Admission Procedure Home-Schooled Students
35 35 35 35 35 36 36 36 36 36 36 36 36 36 39 39
Kinesiology, B.S.
Liberal Studies, Elementary Education, B.A.
Notification
Mathematics, B.S.
Transfer Students Transfer of Credits Distance Education
Music Composition, B.M. Music Education, B.M. Music Performance, B.M.
Bible Residency Requirement
Music, B.A. Music, B.S. Nursing, B.S.
General Education Options for Transfer Students
Advanced Placement Program College Level Examination Program
Challenging a Course Academic Standards
Philosophy, B.A.
Physical Education, B.S. Physical Science, B.S.
General Education Program
General Education Course Substitutions
Physics, B.S.
Electives
Political Science, B.A.
100 101 102 103 103 104 106 108 109 109 110 110 110 111 111 111 112 112 112 112 112 113 113 113 113 113 113 114 114
Torrey Honors Institute
40
Psychology, B.A.
Public Relations, B.A. Social Science, B.A.
International Student Education English Language Studies Program
42 42
Sociology, B.A. Spanish, B.A. Studio Art, B.F.A. Studio Art, B.S.
Pre-Professional Programs
44
Study Abroad and Domestic Off Campus Programs
46
Theatre, B.A.
General Information
46 46 46 47 50 51
Urban Studies, B.A. Anthropology, Minor
Curriculum Requirements
Biola Programs
BestSemester (CCCU) Programs
Applied Linguistics, Minor
Affiliated Programs
Applied Music, Minor Archaeology, Minor
Interterm and Summer Study Tours
Art, Minor
School of Arts and Sciences - Undergraduate
Biblical and Theological Studies, Minor
52 53 54 55 56 56 57 59 59 61 61 62 64
Biological Science, Minor
Degree Programs
Business Administration, Minor
Anthropology, B.A.
Chemistry, Minor
Applied Psychology, B.S.
Christian Ministries, Minor
Biblical and Theological Studies, B.A.
Coaching, Minor
Biochemistry, B.S.
Communication Studies, Minor
Biological Science, B.S.
Computer Science, Minor
Biological Science: Secondary Instruction, B.S.
Contemporary Worship Music, Minor
Business Administration, B.S.
Elementary Education, Minor
Chemistry, B.S.
English, Minor
Christian Ministries, B.A. Cinema and Media Arts, B.A.
Gender Studies, Minor
History, Minor
Communication Sciences and Disorders, B.S.
Intercultural Studies, Minor
vi
Contents
International Development, Minor
114 114 115 115 115 115 116 116 117 117 117 117 117 118 118 118 119 119 119 119 120 121 122 123 123 125 126 126 128 130 133 136 137 139 141 142 144 144 147 149 149 150 150 150 151 153 156 159 160
Mathematics
160 162 166 167 168 170 172 173 175 177
Islamic Studies, Minor
Music
Journalism and Integrated Media Minor
Nursing
Kinesiology, Health and Physical Education, Minor
Philosophy
Physics
Mathematics, Minor
Political Science
Middle East Studies, Minor
Psychology Sociology
Missions, Minor
Music, Minor
Spanish
Philosophy, Minor
TESOL
Physical Science, Minor
Physics, Minor
School of Arts and Sciences - Graduate
178 179
Political Science, Minor
Christian Apologetics
Pre-Law, Minor
Christian Apologetics, M.A.
179
Psychology, Minor
Christian Apologetics (CSAP)
180
Science and Theology, Minor Secondary Education, Minor
Science and Religion
182 182
Science and Religion, M.A.
Social Justice, Human Rights and Conflict Transformation, Minor
Science and Religion (CSSR)
182
Social Work, Minor Sociology, Minor Spanish, Minor TESOL, Minor TESOL, Certificate
Talbot School of Theology Talbot School of Theology
185 186
Mission
186 186 188 191 191 192 192
Degrees Offered Support Services
Graduation Information Special Programs - Credit
Faculty and Courses
American Sign Language
Special Programs - Non-credit Talbot Graduate Student Awards
Anthropology
Applied Linguistics Applied Psychology
Biblical and Theological Studies, Certificate Messianic Jewish Studies, Certificate
193 194 195 196 196 199 201 206 207 213 215 218 222 226
Art
Spiritual Formation, Certificate
Biblical and Theological Studies
Theology, Certificate
Biological Sciences
Christian Education, M.A.
Business Administration
Christian Ministry and Leadership, M.A.
Chemistry
Master of Arts, Talbot
Christian Ministries
Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, M.A.
Cinema and Media Arts
Master of Divinity, Talbot Master of Theology, Talbot
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Communication Studies
Ministry, D.Min.
Computer Science
Educational Studies, Ed.D. Educational Studies, Ph.D.
Education
English French
Faculty and Courses
Bible Exposition
226 227 230 233 235 238 239 241 242 243 243 243 247
General Studies
Christian Education
Christian Ministry and Leadership Educational Studies, Ed.D. and Ph.D.
Geography
Greek
Ministry, D.Min.
Hebrew History
Missions and Intercultural Studies for Talbot New Testament Language and Literature
Intercultural Studies
Old Testament and Semitics
Journalism and Integrated Media
Philosophy
Research Languages
Kinesiology, Health and Physical Education Language, Foreign (Special Offerings)
Research and Writing: Special Studies Spiritual Formation (Institute) Theological Studies Digital Courses
vii
Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
Theology: Historical
249 250 250 252
School of Education School of Education
297 298
Theology: Philosophical and Moral
Theology: Systematic
Faculty Mission
298 298
Thesis
Curriculum and Instruction, Certificate
298 298 298 299 299 300 301 303 304 306
Institute for Spiritual Formation Institute for Spiritual Formation
253 254
Special Education, Certificate Teaching, ACSI Certificate Child Development, Permits
Academic Programs
254 254
Center for Spiritual Renewal
Clear Credential
Rosemead School of Psychology Rosemead School of Psychology
255 256
Education Specialist Instruction Credential (Mild/Moderate)
Preliminary Credentials
Faculty Mission
256 256 256 257 257 257 258 260 260 262 262
Education, M.A. Teaching, M.A.
Training Models in Clinical Psychology
Degrees Offered
Courses
Program Characteristics
Education (SEED)
306
Additional Educational Opportunities
Distinctives
Crowell School of Business Crowell School of Business
313 314
Admission Requirements
General Academic Information Graduation Requirements
Business Administration, M.B.A.
314
Course Descriptions
Mission
314 314 314 314 315 315 315
Clinical Psychology, Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Ph.D.
262 264 267
Program Learning Outcomes
Program Description
Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
Courses
Psychology: Research and Dissertation (RSDS) Psychology: Psychotherapy Laboratory (RSLB)
267 267 268 271
Calendar
Degree Program
Psychology: General (RSPY)
Courses
315
Psychology: Theology/Biblical Studies (RSTH)
Business Administration (MBAD)
315
Psychology: Internship (RSTN) 272 Psychology: Integration of Psychology and Theology (RSTP) 272
Appendix
317
Board of Trustees
317 317 317 327 327 328 328
Cook School of Intercultural Studies Cook School of Intercultural Studies
273 274
University Administration
University Faculty 2014–15 Academic Year
Faculty Mission
274 274 274 274
Part-Time Faculty
Special Appointment Faculty
Overview
Research Faculty
Graduate Information
University Faculty Emeriti
Linguistics, Certificate
275 275 275 275 276 277 278 279 280 281 283 284 286
Scholarships
330
Orality, Certificate
TESOL, Graduate Certificate
Academic Calendar
333
Anthropology, M.A.
Index
335
Applied Linguistics, M.A. Intercultural Studies, M.A.
Linguistics and Biblical Languages, M.A.
Missions, M.A. TESOL, M.A.
Missiology, D.Miss.
Intercultural Education, Ph.D. Intercultural Studies, Ph.D.
Courses
Anthropology (ISAN) Applied Linguistics (ISAL) Intercultural Studies (ISCL)
286 289 290 295 295
Special Studies (ISSS)
TESOL (ISTE)
viii
General Information
Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
G eneral I nformation Carrying on a tradition of educational excellence that dates back over 100 years, Biola University now encompasses: the School of Arts and Sciences, Talbot School of Theology, Rosemead School of Psychology, the Cook School of Intercultural Studies, the Crowell School of Business, and the School of Education. Offering four baccalaureate degrees in 40 majors, 20 masters and eight doctoral degrees, Biola’s commitment to academic excellence is firmly rooted in its adherence to an in-depth, knowledgeable and living Christianity. Each year, over 6,300 students find Biola’s unique blend of faith and learning conducive to their academic and vocational goals. Historical Sketch The cornerstone of the original Bible Institute building in Los Angeles was laid on May 31, 1913, and dedicated with these words: “For the teaching of the truths for which the Institute stands, its doors are to be open every day of the year, and all people, without reference to race, color or class will ever be welcome to its privileges.” Spoken by Lyman Stewart, cofounder of the Institute and cofounder of the Union Oil Company, these words capture the vision of Biola’s founders. Stewart, together with T.C. Horton, initiated the Bible Institute, with the first permanent organization taking shape in 1908. By 1912, the school had grown sufficiently in its outreach and constituency to call R.A. Torrey, a leader in the field of Christian education, as the first dean. The next nine decades have witnessed tremendous growth in the development and outreach of the school. Under the leadership of Dr. Louis T. Talbot, president from 1932 to 1935 and again from 1938 to 1952, the Bible Institute program became a four-year course, leading to degrees in theology, Christian education, and sacred music. The School of Missionary Medicine was created in 1945, laying the foundation for Biola’s current baccalaureate nursing program. In 1949, the Bible Institute was renamed Biola College. Dr. Samuel H. Sutherland became president in 1952, and with his leadership the college obtained regional and professional accreditation. Additionally, many new programs of study were introduced, including Talbot Theological Seminary. The demands imposed by the growing student body and the enlarged curriculum prompted the purchase of a 75-acre site in La Mirada. Biola moved to the new site in 1959. Dr. Sutherland retired as president in 1970, but continued to lend leadership as a member of Biola’s Board of Trustees. That same year, Dr. J. Richard Chase became Biola’s sixth president. In 1977, the graduate programs of Rosemead Graduate School of Professional Psychology were acquired by Biola and relocated on the La Mirada campus. The undergraduate programs in psychology were merged with Rosemead’s graduate programs in the fall of 1981, forming the present Rosemead School of Psychology. Under the leadership of Dr. J. Richard Chase, Biola College became Biola University on July 1, 1981. The University was composed of the School of Arts and Sciences, Talbot Theological Seminary and Rosemead School of Psychology. Dr. Clyde Cook became the seventh president of Biola on June 1, 1982. Under his leadership, the School of Intercultural Studies was instituted as part of the University in 1983. Talbot Theological Seminary became Talbot School of Theology in the fall of 1983 as a result of the merger between the appropriate undergraduate and graduate level programs. The Board approved the establishment of the School of Business in 1993, the School of Continuing Studies in 1994, now called the School of Professional Studies (which was discontinued in 2013) and the School of Education in 2007. These six schools now compose the academic structure of Biola University. On May 11, 2007, the Board selected the University’s eighth president, Dr. Barry H. Corey, to lead Biola into its second century.
Because of the University’s heritage and commitment, its academic basis is broader than that of the standard college of arts and sciences. Terminal and preparatory programs lead to service in church-related vocations and the many other vocations and professions embraced by the present curricula. In addition, the University is a Christian institution of higher education without any denominational affiliation. From an institute to a university, Biola’s cornerstone has remained the same: commitment to Jesus Christ, the inerrancy of Scripture and biblical Christianity (within an evangelical Protestant framework), as well as to the spiritual, academic and holistic growth of those who are personally committed to Him. The University’s Mission The mission of Biola University is biblically centered education, scholarship and service—equipping men and women in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. The University’s Vision The vision of Biola University is to be identified among the world’s foremost Christ-centered universities—a community abiding in truth, abounding with grace, and compelled by Christ’s love to be a relevant and redemptive voice in a changing world. The University’s Values Truth We believe that there is truth; it is knowable and revealed in God’s inerrant Word. As a result we can live with unshakeable confidence and hope knowing that the Bible and God’s truth have direct application to our lives, our work, our relationships and the culture around us. We believe that holding a biblical worldview is foundational to understanding life and Truth. God has equipped us to uphold truth and sustain community at Biola through Christ-centered and Spirit-led education, scholarship and service that is grounded in Scripture and challenges our community to seek and integrate biblical principles into our fields of study. We believe that all we do should be Christ-centered and based on the teachings of Jesus. Christ provided the best model for how to live and following Him is a way of life that when followed to its fullest expression will impact how we live and the choices we make. Transformation We believe that participating in a Christian community of grace is important in the life of the believer. Our identity as children of the Triune God lies in our lives lived in and through community, holistic relationships, mutual interdependence upon the Indwelling Spirit and members of the Body and seeking the unity of the Spirit. We believe that through the renewing of the mind and care of the body we prepare our students to live within the culture in a loving and Christ-honoring way. Through a rigorous, Christ-centered and Spirit-led education we enable our students to grapple with and engage in the spiritual, intellectual, ethical and cultural issues of our time, their implications and application to everyday life. We believe that through community and dependence upon the Spirit character is sharpened and we grow in our ability to live our lives as the Lord Jesus Christ would. Interactions with fellow Christians provide one of the essential means of character development in the life of the believer. We believe that integrity and authenticity should be hallmarks of every believer. Our relationships should be models of transparency, truth-telling and unwavering commitment to the example set by the Lord Jesus Christ. Testimony We believe that we exist to serve God and His Great Commission in reaching the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. As Christ-followers, we are His light to a dark world and it is our duty and privilege to make disciples. We believe that God uses the faculty, staff, students and alumni to accomplish His plans. As servant leaders, each person who is part of
2
General Information
Biola’s community can make a difference in their families, churches, communities and vocations for Christ’s Kingdom. We believe that service is an act of worship to God. As followers of the Lord Jesus Christ, we desire to worship God by living in a way that is worthy of the calling we have received. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ intends His Church to be a multi- ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-national body of believers. We have been called to respect, and when appropriate, reflect the diversity of God’s kingdom throughout the world. As believers, we have a responsibility to spread the Gospel through evangelism, missions and outreach. We believe that we have been blessed with kingdom resources and purposes and desire to steward them in a God-honoring way. Our desire is to manage our time, money and gifts and to care for the students, whose lives have been entrusted to us, in a way that models a commitment to excellence and a total-life attitude of stewardship. University Learning Outcomes Speaking in the broadest language, the “outcomes” of Biola University are graduates equipped in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. This, indeed, is the mission of the University. The values of the University are Truth, Transformation, and Testimony, and we carry out our mission in alignment with these values. Our mission and values lead to three University Learning Outcomes for students in all degree programs. University Learning Outcome 1: (Mind/Truth/Patterns of Thought) All students will be equipped in patterns of thought enveloped in truth. University Learning Outcome 2: (Character/Transformation/ Patterns of Heart) All students will be equipped in patterns of heart rooted in the image of Jesus. University Learning Outcome 3: (Impact/Testimony/Patterns of Action) All students will be equipped in patterns of action to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. All undergraduate and graduate degree programs are designed around Program Learning Outcomes that support these University Learning Outcomes. Accreditation and Affiliations Biola University holds institutional accreditation by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges * (1961). In addition, the institution and certain of its programs are accredited by the American Psychological Association (1980), the Association of Theological Schools (1977), the National Association of Schools of Music (1970), the State of California Board of Registered Nursing (1966), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (2007), the California Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing (1960), the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (1997) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (1998). Note: Dates in ( ) reflect the initial approval date. Biola University is authorized to train students under the Veteran’s Bill of Rights. In addition, the University is affiliated with a number of professional organizations, of which the following are representative: American Anthropological Association; American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education; American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers; American Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation; American Council on Education; American Guild of Organists; American Intercollegiate Athletic Women; American Library Association; American Psychological Association; Associated Collegiate Press; Association of Christian Schools, International; Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs; Association of College Unions International; American Association of Higher Education; Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities; California Association of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation; California Council on the Education of Teachers; Choral Conductors’ Guild (California); Council for Christian Colleges and Universities; Christian Scholar’s
Review; College Entrance Examination Board; Council on Post- secondary Accreditation; Evangelical Teacher Training Association; Intercollegiate Press; Music Educator’s National Conference; National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics; Western Association of Graduate Schools; Western Council on Higher Education for Nursing; and Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education. * If you wish to contact the Western Association of Schools and Colleges for any concerns, please contact them at: 985 Atlantic Ave., Suite 100; Alameda, CA 94501; (510) 748-9001; or online at: wascsenior.org/contact. Doctrinal Statement Inasmuch as the University is interdenominational and yet theologically conservative, the Articles of Incorporation contain the doctrinal statement noted below: The Bible, consisting of all the books of the Old and New Testaments, is the Word of God, a supernaturally given revelation from God Himself, concerning Himself, His being, nature, character, will and purposes; and concerning man, his nature, need and duty and destiny. The Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are without error or misstatement in their moral and spiritual teaching and record of historical facts. They are without error or defect of any kind. There is one God, eternally existing and manifesting Himself to us in three Persons—Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Our Lord Jesus was supernaturally conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin—Mary, a lineal descendant of David. He lived and taught and wrought mighty works and wonders and signs exactly as is recorded in the four Gospels. He was put to death by crucifixion under Pontius Pilate. God raised from the dead the body that had been nailed to the cross. The Lord Jesus after His crucifixion showed Himself to be alive to His disciples, appearing unto them by the space of 40 days. After this, the Lord Jesus ascended into heaven, and the Father caused Him to sit at His right hand in the heavenly places, “far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come, and put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him to be Head over all things to the Church.” The Lord Jesus, before His incarnation, existed in the form of God and of His own choice laid aside His divine glory and took upon Himself the form of a servant and was made in the likeness of men. In His pre- existent state, He was with God and was God. He is a divine person possessed of all the attributes of Deity, and should be worshiped as God by angels and man. “In Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.” All the words that He spoke during His earthly life were the words of God. There is absolutely no error of any kind in them, and by the words of Jesus Christ the words of all other teachers must be tested. The Lord Jesus became in every respect a real man, possessed of all the essential characteristics of human nature. By His death on the cross, the Lord Jesus made a perfect atonement for sin, by which the wrath of God against sinners is appeased and a ground furnished upon which God can deal in mercy with sinners. He redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse in our place. He who Himself was absolutely without sin was made to be sin on our behalf that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. The Lord Jesus is coming again to his earth, personally, bodily, and visibly. The return of our Lord is the blessed hope of the believer, and in it God’s purposes of grace toward mankind will find their consummation. The Holy Spirit is a person, and is possessed of all the distinctively divine attributes. He is God. Man was created in the image of God, after His likeness, but the whole human race fell in the fall of the first Adam. All men, until they accept the Lord Jesus as their personal Savior, are lost, darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, hardened in heart, morally and spiritually dead through their trespasses and sins. They cannot see, nor enter the Kingdom of God until they are born again of the Holy Spirit. Men are justified on the simple and single ground of the shed blood of Christ and upon the simple and single condition of faith in Him
3
Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
who shed the blood, and are born again by the quickening, renewing, cleansing work of the Holy Spirit, through the instrumentality of the Word of God. All those who receive Jesus Christ as their Savior and their Lord, and who confess Him as such before their fellow men, become children of God and receive eternal life. They become heirs of God and joint- heirs with Jesus Christ. At death their spirits depart to be with Christ in conscious blessedness, and at the Second Coming of Christ their bodies shall be raised and transformed into the likeness of the body of His glory. All those who persistently reject Jesus Christ in the present life shall be raised from the dead and throughout eternity exist in the state of conscious, unutterable, endless torment and anguish. The Church consists of all those who, in this present dispensation, truly believe in Jesus Christ. It is the body and bride of Christ, which Christ loves and for which He has given Himself. There is a personal devil, a being of great cunning and power: “The prince of the power of the air,” “The prince of this world,” “The god of this age.” He can exert vast power only so far as God suffers him to do so. He shall ultimately be cast into the lake of fire and brimstone and shall be tormented day and night forever. Note: This doctrinal statement, presented here as originally conceived by the founders of the organization, has been and continues to be the stated theological position of Biola University. Where “man” is used, referring to the human race, it includes both genders. In addition, the following theological distinctives indicate the organization’s understanding and teaching position on certain points which could be subject to various interpretations: In fulfillment of God’s historical purpose for humanity to rule and establish God’s kingdom on earth (Gen. 1:28; Ps. 8:4–8; Matt. 6:10; Heb. 2:6–9), the Scriptures teach a millennial reign of Christ with his saints on earth following his literal return. The nation of Israel, having been redeemed, will play a central role in bringing the blessings of salvation to all nations during the millennium in fulfillment of biblical prophecies (e.g., Is. 2:1–4, 11:1–12; Jer. 23:5–6; Ezek. 37; Amos 9:9– 15; Zech. 14; Matt. 19:28; Acts 1:6, 3:19–21; Rev. 20:4–7). Following the millennium, this kingdom will be merged into the eternal kingdom (I Cor. 15:22–28). Before these millennial events, the believers will be caught up to meet the Lord in the air (I Thess. 4:13–17). The time of this “rapture” is unknown, and thus believers are to live constantly watchful and ready. The existence and nature of the creation is due to the direct miraculous power of God. The origin of the universe, the origin of life, the origin of kinds of living things, and the origin of humans cannot be explained adequately apart from reference to that intelligent exercise of power. A proper understanding of science does not require that all phenomena in nature must be explained solely by reference to physical events, laws and chance. Therefore, creation models which seek to harmonize science and the Bible should maintain at least the following: (a) God providentially directs His creation, (b) He specially intervened in at least the above- mentioned points in the creation process, and (c) God specially created Adam and Eve (Adam’s body from non-living material, and his spiritual nature immediately from God). Inadequate origin models hold that (a) God never directly intervened in creating nature and/or (b) humans share a common physical ancestry with earlier life forms. Though there may be many fillings of the Holy Spirit, there is only one baptism which occurs at the time of regeneration. The gifts of the Spirit are given to believers according to the Will of God for the purpose of building up the Church. During the foundational era of the Church (i.e., the time of Christ and the Apostles) God gave special manifestations of the overtly supernatural and miraculous gifts (e.g., tongues, healings, miracles) as “signs” that witness to the validity of those bearing new canonical revelation (c.f. 2 Cor. 12:12; Heb. 2:3–4). Beyond the foundational era, God in His sovereignty may grant any spiritual gift and work miraculously for the benefit of His Church at any time.
The Bible is clear in its teaching on the sanctity of human life. Life begins at conception. We abhor the destruction of innocent life through abortion-on-demand. Confession before men is viewed as tangible fruit of salvation and not as a qualifying condition for salvation. Biola University does not necessarily deny employment to persons merely for lack of firm personal convictions on any teaching position in these theological distinctives. However, Biola University does weigh carefully the understanding and personal convictions of employment applicants on these points as well as the nature of their prospective work assignments, in determining their suitability for employment. Teaching Biblical Studies Academic study of the sacred Scripture differs from other disciplines in a university setting in that the primary text is God’s Word, which underscores the importance of making instruction relevant to faith, learning and living. At Biola every effort is made to be academically credible, theologically orthodox and practically relevant. Whether engaged in a critical discussion of the text, or a theological debate about a particular doctrine, the discussion must finally come to the meaning for life today. Though faculty members in all departments share a commitment to the convictions reflected in the University doctrinal statement, they reflect a healthy diversity regarding other contemporary issues and interpretation of specific passages. Whether a divergent view is held by others on campus or not, care is taken to represent opposing positions fairly, so that students can decide for themselves in a genuine educational environment. In practice, the task of teaching biblical studies is not limited to those within that department. Rather, the integration of Christian thought into all fields of inquiry is the goal of the entire teaching faculty. In this sense it is desired that every course contribute to the development of a Christian worldview for the Biola graduate. Diversity Statement We believe that Biola University has been uniquely situated within a geographic region of great diversity in language, culture, and ethnicity for the purpose of fulfilling its mission of biblically-centered education, scholarship and service. Within this cultural milieu the University is called not only to respect this diversity, but to reflect it as well, for Christ intends his Church to be a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-national body of believers. We believe it is our purpose, therefore, to create an environment in which all believers, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, economic status or physical ability, can pursue knowledge and personal development as they strive to become all God intends them to be. In order to maximize the learning of students and expose them to the diversity that exists in the culture at large, we seek to foster an understanding and appreciation of those elements in every culture that enhance human dignity and are consistent with scriptural teaching. We are dedicated to expanding opportunities for Christians of all cultures, and ethnic backgrounds to attend Biola, to be employed here, and to participate in the fellowship and mission to which we are called, always keeping in mind our desire to pursue excellence in all we do. We are committed to work for the establishment of a community composed of believers from every race, culture, and class who are united in their devotion to Jesus Christ, their obedience to His Word, and in their willingness to serve one another. Biola University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic group identification, gender, age, or physical or mental disability. However, as a private religious institution, the University reserves the right to exercise preference on the basis of religion in all of its employment practices and student admissions.
4
General Information
Chapel University chapels and conferences are intended to bring the Biola community together regularly for worship, spiritual nurture and education regarding relevant issues facing us in our lives. The overall program brings a unique distinction to the ethos of Biola as a Christian university. Due to the central and significant nature of that ethos, attendance at chapel is required of all students. The Community of La Mirada The city of La Mirada is in Los Angeles County, 22 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles, and is surrounded by such cities as Whittier, Norwalk, Buena Park, La Habra and Fullerton. La Mirada is a suburban residential community with a population of 51,263. Included within the vicinity are several major shopping areas in addition to many other business establishments. La Mirada is situated near many of the outstanding attractions of Southern California. Downtown Los Angeles is a 30-minute drive from the campus. Disneyland is 12 miles to the southeast and famed Knott’s Berry Farm is six miles away. Within a 30-minute drive are such popular beach cities as Long Beach, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach and Laguna Beach. Recreational facilities are easily accessible. An 18-hole golf course lies a mile east of the campus and other parks in the area offer opportunity for activities and relaxation. La Mirada’s Regional Aquatics Center, Splash, is an 18-acre site with heated 50-meter and 25-yard pools open year round, and a water park with a lazy river and slides open during the summer. An hour’s drive will take one into the nearby mountains where winter sports are available. Cultural and research opportunities abound in the area. Several major universities and libraries are within easy driving distance of La Mirada including the University of California, Los Angeles; the University of Southern California; the University of California, Irvine; and several other state and private institutions. The Biola University Campus The campus is bounded on the west by Biola Avenue and on the east by La Mirada Boulevard. It is located between the large east- west thoroughfares of Rosecrans Avenue and Imperial Highway. Approximately three miles to the southwest is the Santa Ana Freeway (Freeway I-5). Students coming to the campus by automobile should follow these directions to the main entrance on Biola Avenue: Coming from the northwest, leave the Santa Ana Freeway at Rosecrans and travel east to Biola Avenue. Then, turn left on Biola Avenue. Coming from the southeast, leave the Santa Ana Freeway at Valley View Avenue and travel north to Rosecrans Avenue. Then turn right on Rosecrans Avenue to Biola Avenue, then turn left on Biola Avenue. Coming from the east via San Bernardino Freeway (10) turn south on the Orange Freeway (57) to Imperial Highway and travel west on Imperial Highway (approximately nine miles) to Biola Avenue, then turn left on Biola Avenue. The campus consists of 95 acres with more than 1 million square feet of building space in 40 major buildings. Just under half of the space is dedicated to 10 student residence complexes, housing 2,500 students in a fine variety of living quarters. The city of La Mirada has been home to Biola since 1959, and the campus has developed in several waves of construction. The most recent surge of buildings has covered the past 10 years, starting with the opening of a new library designed to provide the technology of a 21st century university— combining the best of books and computers in a variety of beautiful and functional research spaces. The building that formerly served as a library was remodeled to provide upgraded space for Rosemead School of Psychology. Major residence halls were added in 2003 and 2006, and the central dining hall was expanded and completely remodeled in 2005. Two entirely new classroom and faculty office buildings were added. First, in 2007, was a new building for the Crowell School of Business, featuring 12 classrooms with both wireless and hard-wired computer networking. Six of the classrooms offer tiered seating designed to support graduate and upper-division
courses. The building also houses the faculty and administrative offices of the Crowell School of Business. The newest classroom building, completed in Fall 2011, houses a portion of the Talbot School of Theology and includes eight classrooms, 29 faculty offices, a prayer chapel and an outdoor sunken plaza. Additional instructional space has also been added recently for Biola’s Cinema and Media Arts program, Journalism program, and programs in Kinesiology, Health and Physical Education. Athletic and recreational facilities have grown and been upgraded, including a completely refurbished swimming pool; six lighted tennis courts, softball and baseball diamonds; lighted outdoor courts for basketball and sand volleyball; an archery range; a well-equipped fitness center; and expanded gymnasium, and a natural turf soccer practice field. An innovative addition in 2004 was a raised synthetic turf soccer field with a three-lane, all-weather jogging track around it and a 500-car parking garage below. The field is lit for night play. In addition to more than 15 acres of recreational facilities on campus, there are off-campus facilities in the 105-acre La Mirada Regional Park, just across La Mirada Boulevard from the Biola campus. To help meet the growth of the past 10 years, a five story, 780-car parking structure was opened in 2011, and Biola has also purchased several nearby buildings outside of the main campus and has leased a former elementary school building less than a mile south of campus. The Biola Professional Building is located less than half a mile from the northern edge of the main campus. To the southwest of the campus, less than a mile away, are nine apartment complexes owned and operated by Biola. These include a mixture of undergraduate, graduate and married-student housing. Biola Educational Centers Biola offers courses for many programs at various extension sites including: Chiang Mai , Thailand M.A. Intercultural Studies, Doctor of Missiology Kyiv, Ukraine M.A. Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified M.A. Intercultural Studies, Doctor of Missiology New York City, New York M.Div. Messianic Jewish Studies For further information regarding Biola’s educational centers, contact the Office of Admissions. The Library The Library serves Biola University as the central information resource facility, supporting all undergraduate and graduate programs with extensive resources, regardless of format or location, and a wide variety of services. Opened in the Fall of 2001, our state of the art, 98,000 square foot, tri-level Library, located on the campus quad, integrates traditional print, modern online electronic, multimedia and audio-visual resources. In an environment that respects the privacy of the individual scholar and facilitates dynamic, interactive, collaborative learning groups, our flexible Library will keep pace with the growth of the University for many years. In addition to a two-story, quiet, current periodical reading room with mezzanine, the Library provides 23 group study rooms. The technology-rich instruction room serves 48 students in a class setting at 24 computer work stations which are available for individual students when not used for group instruction. Our local area network in the Learning Commons allows up to 100 simultaneous users in a mix of PCs and Macs. The building provides space for over 900 individual study stations at carrels, tables and casual lounge reading seats most of which are equipped with data and power connections for laptop or handheld computer use, and wireless network connectivity is available throughout the Library. The upper-level Study Terrace and the middle-level Giumarra Courtyard offer more than 100 outdoor study spaces with wireless network connectivity. The 12-seat coffee and food court provides an informal setting for study, fellowship and nutrition breaks. The signature rooftop beacon symbolizes Biola’s focus of bringing the Light, so that the Light may shine through enlightened servant leaders to the glory of God. The Library also hosts two computer classrooms: one with 35 PCs and one
5
Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
Distance Learning At its essence, distance learning is the design and delivery of an intentional learning experience to a student who is not physically present with the teacher. The course may be delivered either (1) entirely as a distance learning experience, known as a “full” distance learning course or simply a distance learning course, or (2) as a combination course conducted both on-site with the teacher and partially at a distance known as a “hybrid” distance learning course. The objective of Biola’s Distance Learning program is to leverage existing technologies to meet student needs for time and convenience and to create additional local and/or global opportunities for students to attend Biola University. The methods employed by the Distance Learning Program are expected to deliver the highest possible learning outcomes and to contribute to the vision and/or mission of the University. Relationships and learning outcomes in the distance learning modality are expected to equal or exceed those of face-to- face, “traditional” programs. At Biola University, you will find both full distance and hybrid distance learning courses. There are individual distance learning courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. A variety of these courses will contribute to the development of a degree program and additionally some entire degree programs may be taken online. The courses have been designed to maximize instructor/student and student/peer relationships through effective and efficient collaborative instructional tools and methods made available in the “online” modality. Each course is designed to create a cooperative and interactive experience where students actively engage in the learning process. Professors are called upon to add value to their online classes with the demonstration of content expertise and the sharing of their practitioner experience. In addition, professors serve as facilitators of discussion and of the learning process by actively engaging students to stimulate deeper thinking and encourage practical application. Interterm Session To facilitate the completion of graduation and also to allow exposure to creative learning and to enrich students’ academic programs, the University provides an Interterm program in January. A balanced program of general education, Bible, electives and graduate courses is offered. Students may enrich their course of study and reduce the overall time spent in school or decrease their regular course load by careful selection of Interterm courses. Certain courses or workshops may be offered during Interterm that are not listed in this catalog. Courses may be innovative or the content may be in response to specialized needs or current topics. Opportunities to participate in travel and other non-traditional courses are also offered by various departments through the office of Off-Campus Programs who organizes Biola Study Tours. Undergraduate tuition charges are close to one half of the regular tuition charge. Residence hall rooms are provided at no extra charge for on-campus fall students who have registered for Interterm and are committed to occupy a room during the spring semester. All other students attending Interterm are charged a prorated weekly rate. Separate prices will be available for meals during Interterm. For further information, please contact the Office of the Registrar. Summer Session A continuing Summer Session program provides students with the opportunity for a greater degree of flexibility in planning their total program. Students may enrich their course of study and reduce the overall time spent in school or decrease their regular course load by careful selection of Summer Session courses. Visiting students find it refreshing to study in a different atmosphere and perhaps a different locale, and entering students find it helpful in gaining advanced standing. Courses of study may be applied to both the degree and the teaching credential programs. Instruction is offered in standard courses by the Biola faculty and capable visiting professors. Certain courses or workshops may be offered during Summer Session that are not listed in this catalog. These may be innovative courses created in response to current topics or specialized needs.
with 24 iMacs; and The Writing Center. Works of art and the graphic presentation of Scripture on the theme of light contribute to the dynamic intellectual environment. The Library also hosts art exhibits, curated by the Art Department, two or three times each year. In addition to a growing collection of more than 320,000 print volumes and 200,000 ebooks, the library currently subscribes to more than 500 print periodical titles, with several journal back files dating from the 19th century. Further, many databases and over 45,000 additional periodical titles are available full-text online to anyone with authorized Internet access from anywhere, anytime. The diverse collection reflects Biola’s enthusiasm and scholarly commitment to the integration of faith and learning in all academic disciplines, Bible history and translation, the historical roots of fundamentalism and evangelical Christianity, and worldwide Christian service. The collection also includes thousands of catalogued videotapes, CDs, and DVDs that support Biola’s academic programs which are available for use at the Media Center’s dedicated multimedia carrels, media and group study rooms, or for check out. Special collections embrace extensive microform resources, selected Bible study tools in Braille, and curriculum resources for teacher education. The Library provides access to its holdings through a web-based online public access catalog and circulation system. Further, over 100 online databases are available through our local area network and the Library Internet home page. Library automation reflects the University’s commitment to quality service and expanding resources through the electronic exchange of ideas and information. In addition, adaptive technologies and fee-based photocopying, scanners, printers, microform readers and reader-printers facilitate resource use. The Library is a gateway to the world of information and knowledge. It offers trained reference help at posted times to connect patrons to our own and other relevant library resources throughout the world. Reciprocal direct borrowing promotes Biolan access to the library resources at California State Universities at Fullerton and San Bernardino, selected members of the Link+ consortium which includes many public, college, university, and seminary libraries, as well as other consortia and cooperatives. Interlibrary loan services facilitate borrowing resources from thousands of libraries around the world. Networked computer services help Biola scholars access the Internet and international bibliographical and full-text databases through such vendors as OCLC First Search, EBSCOhost, ProQuest, J-Stor, Art-Stor, Lexis-Nexis Academic Universe, and Ebrary. Nine professional librarians, a well-qualified paraprofessional staff, and many able student assistants provide service more than 90 hours per week during the regular campus semesters with adjusted schedules of service available year round. Through Ask a Librarian, Facebook, Twitter and other social networks, many of our services and resources are available 24/7/365 for those with Internet access and active NetIDs and passwords. Media Services Media Services in the Library Media Center offers a variety of audio-visual resources to enhance the quality of communication and instruction by faculty and students. Media Services supports classroom instruction through digital projection, presentation and AV equipped roll about units. Assistance and training are available to assure the proper use of the equipment and media resources. Media Services also provides fee-based duplication and media transfer for various copyright cleared items. Center for Christian Thought The mission of the Center for Christian Thought is to facilitate, promote and disseminate biblically informed thinking and scholarship about timely issues in service to the Academy, the Church, and Culture. The Center awards fellowships and supports collaborative endeavors for engaging a variety of critical themes. The Center seeks to promote multi-disciplinary conversation within Biola’s faculty community and to attract engaging thinkers from around the world. http://cct.biola. edu/.
6
Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 84 Page 85 Page 86 Page 87 Page 88 Page 89 Page 90 Page 91 Page 92 Page 93 Page 94 Page 95 Page 96 Page 97 Page 98 Page 99 Page 100 Page 101 Page 102 Page 103 Page 104 Page 105 Page 106 Page 107 Page 108 Page 109 Page 110 Page 111 Page 112 Page 113 Page 114 Page 115 Page 116 Page 117 Page 118 Page 119 Page 120 Page 121 Page 122 Page 123 Page 124 Page 125 Page 126 Page 127 Page 128 Page 129 Page 130 Page 131 Page 132 Page 133 Page 134 Page 135 Page 136 Page 137 Page 138 Page 139 Page 140 Page 141 Page 142 Page 143 Page 144 Page 145 Page 146 Page 147 Page 148 Page 149 Page 150 Page 151 Page 152 Page 153 Page 154 Page 155 Page 156 Page 157 Page 158 Page 159 Page 160 Page 161 Page 162 Page 163 Page 164 Page 165 Page 166 Page 167 Page 168 Page 169 Page 170 Page 171 Page 172 Page 173 Page 174 Page 175 Page 176 Page 177 Page 178 Page 179 Page 180 Page 181 Page 182 Page 183 Page 184 Page 185 Page 186 Page 187 Page 188 Page 189 Page 190 Page 191 Page 192 Page 193 Page 194 Page 195 Page 196 Page 197 Page 198 Page 199 Page 200Made with FlippingBook flipbook maker