SPECIAL PROGRAMS
American Studies Program (ASP) The American Studies Program (ASP) is a semester-long internship/seminar program for upper division students in most majors. Located in Washington, D.C., the program offers a non-traditional, inter-disciplinary, issue-oriented learning experience. Students gain on-the-job experience through an internship in the field of their choice and study current national and international issues in seminars led by Washington policy experts. ASP serves as Biola University's Washington campus and students may earn up to 16 semes ter hours of credit toward their degree. By exploring public policy issues in the light of biblical truth and working in internships which help prepare them for a future in the mar ketplace, students gain insight and experience that can strengthen their ability to live and work in a biblically faithful way in society and in their chosen field. For additional infor mation see the Political Science section, or make inquiry with Dr. David Peters in the Department of Political Science. C,omponents Recommended credits Foundation for Public Involvement and Policy Analysis 2 Domestic Policf 3 International Policy" 3 Internship/Practicum Ji 16 *Ont unit of study each semester looks at an economic issue in either domtStic or international policy. China Studies Program (CSP) The Coalition China Studies Program offers a semester's residence in China based at the Bejing Foreign Studies Uni versity. Sixteen units of academic credit are available center ing on Chinese history and geography, political and eco nomic development, society and culture, and Chinese lan guage studies. Elective units in martial arts, calligraphy, drama, music and visual art are also available. Courses are conducted in a seminar fonnat, and instruction is largely by Chinese professors. Though a Chinese family home stay is not possible at this time, students are encouraged to mingle with Chinese university students both on and off campus. The semester includes travel to Xian for the study of ancient Chinese history and civilization, Shanghai for study of China's modern development, and Guangzhou in the south for analy sis of the commercial development of the Pearl River Delta region adjacent to Hong Kong. Students also engage in a service learning project while resident Upper division stu dents of any major who are interested in more infonnation concerning the program or who wish to apply should contact Dr. Donald E. Douglas in the School oflntercultural Studies. Latin American Studies Program (LAS) Sanjose, Costa Rica is the setting for the Coalition's Latin American Studies Program (LASP). This semester abroad program is designed for students who are seeking to integrate their faith with knowledge and experience in a third world context LASP participants typically earn 16 credits toward their degree. Students live with Central American families, engage in language classes and seminar courses, work on rural service projects and travel in Central America. Each spring
Anyone wishing additional infonnation should apply to the Coordinator of the Roehampton Institute Year Abroad Program in the Department of English. AU SABLE INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SnJDIES (~Q Biola University is a participating member ofAu Sable Insti tute, a Christian environmental stewardship institute, whose mission is to bring healing and wholeness to the biosphere and the whole of creation. In a setting of northern Michigan forests, wetlands, lakes and rivers, students take courses, gain field experience, and develop practical tools for environmental stewardship. Several courses offered in the summer and intert enn may be used for upper division elective units in the biology major. Financial assistance is available from Au Sable. Interested students should obtain infonnation and fonns from Dr. Rafe Payne, Department ofBiological Sciences. FOCUS ON THE FAMILY INSTITUTE Biola University is participating with the Focus on the Fam ily Institute to offer a unique program of study. Selected stu dents will spend an entire semester of study at Focus on the Family in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The students will be participating in classes designed to address the critical isues fac ing today's families. Students will also gain practical, relevant knowledge from classes that survey the latest trends and be exposed to today's religious, educational and political leaders. In addition, students will be challenged to investigate cur rent research while balancing professional responsibility. Opportunities for integration of faith and learning will be pro vided throughout the experience. This will also allow for spe cialized education and training while networking with some of the most exciting leaders of our day. Participants will apply following their sophomore or junior year of study at Biola. The selection process is competitive among students from many colleges/universities, with selectees being detennined by Focus on the Family Institute. Special planning must be accomplished with the Dean of Academic Records to ensure that course selection fits with graduation requirements. For more infonnation about this program, please contact the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergradu ate Education. COALITION FOR CHRISTIAN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES - OFF CAMPUS STUDY PROGRAMS The Coalition for Christian Colleges and Universities, a Washington, D.C.. , based association of 90 colleges and uni versities rooted in the arts and sciences, is North America's primary organization devoted specifically to serving and strengthening Christ-centered higher education. The Coali tion's main functions are to promote cooperation and inter action among colleges; provide opportunities for personal and professional growth for administrators, faculty and stu dents; monitor government and legal issues; and promote these institutions to the public. Because Biola University is a member of the Coalition, these diverse off-campus study programs are available to juniors and seniors with a minimum G.P .A of 2.75. For further infor mation regarding academic requirements, financial arrange ments and schedule planning see the program director.
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