Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
• Students will be able to independently navigate university policies and procedures regarding course selection, registration, academic standing, the progression of curriculum, and fulfillment of graduation requirements. • Students will learn how to identify program and curricular paths that are consistent with their abilities, career, interests, life goals, and sense of calling. • Students will learn how to utilize critical thinking and decision- making skills in managing and planning their lives. • Students will have tools to develop and implement a meaningful educational plan with awareness of high impact educational practices (ex: writing-intensive courses, research opportunities, capstone experiences, internships, and cross-cultural experiences). • Students will have the opportunity to pursue and discover connections within the general education, Bible, and major coursework. • Students will be able to reflect on the deeper work God may be doing in their hearts and minds through their academic learning, and identify how they might respond and cooperate with the Holy Spirit in this work. Academic Advising for undergraduate students utilizes a faculty-based advising model. Students with a declared major are assigned a faculty advisor in their discipline. It is recommended that students meet with their advisor at least once a semester according to the prescribed advising dates on the Academic Calendar. The Office of Academic Advising (also known as The Advising Center) has full-time advisors assigned to all undeclared students and those seeking additional help. Students should utilize the services of The Advising Center if they are: • Thinking of changing their major • Considering adding a second major or minor • Transfer students needing clarification regarding transfer credits • Students who have already met with their advisor but have further questions Additionally, students who have been placed on first semester academic probation (see catalog section on Academic Probation) or were provisionally admitted to the University are required to meet with an advisor in The Advising Center. Advisors, both faculty and those in The Advising Center, are available as a resource, but the student is ultimately responsible to ascertain and fulfill graduation requirements. Additional resources are available for students through The Advising Psychological testing and psychotherapeutic services are available to graduate and undergraduate students for a minimal fee. The center is open year round for individual, couple and group counseling. Students who struggle with any number of psychological difficulties are welcome. Inquiries may be made in person at the Biola Counseling Center, located at 12625 La Mirada Blvd. Ste. 202, or by phone at (562) 903-4800. During non-clinic hours, this same number may be used for psychological, non-medical emergencies. Career Development Career Development’s mission is to assist students in discerning their callings in life and in transitioning into meaningful work. Our vision is to assist students in decision-making processes that will impact their world: • by providing counseling, spiritual integration, assessment tools, programs and resources that facilitate discovery of their unique design, whether in personality, interests, skills, values, strengths or gifts; • by educating students through a variety of means, including website resources, University classes, workshops, or individual appointments; Center website: biola.edu/advising. Psychological Services
• by connecting students with internships and graduate programs that enhance their academic training, give opportunity for career exploration and develop workplace competencies. More information can be found on our website: career.biola.edu. Writing Center The Writing Center, located in the Library, is a place where undergraduate and graduate students of all disciplines and writing abilities can meet with trained writing consultants. These consultants help student writers revise current writing projects and help them develop writing skills that can be applied in courses across the academic spectrum. Appeals and Grievances Detailed information regarding grievances and appeals, whether in regard to scholarships, academic life, federal legislation or student conduct are found in the Student Handbook of each school. The undergraduate Student Handbook can be found online at: studentlife. biola.edu/campus-life/student-handbook/.
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