School of Professional Studies: Undergraduate Programs Facult Dean: ... .... .............. ..................... ........... ............. Edward H. Norman, EdD Professors: ......................................... Decker, Hazen, Maltby, Norman Associate Professors: ... ......... .Dill, Smith Assistant Professors: Grove, Mullis, Schwenke, Van Lant, Velis Special Appointment Faculty: .......................................................... .. Lee Objectives The School of Profess ional Studies offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs:
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Director: ... . ................................................. Sung W Lee, PhD Department Faculty: ............ ..................... Grove, Schwenke, Velis
The Department of International Student Education (ISE) provides programs for both international and American students. These educational services enhance multi-cultural understanding, cross cultural communicat ion, and academic competence. ISE helps international students to transition smoothly into undergraduate and graduate degree programs at Biola University. ISE also enables Biola students to participate in exciting academic programs abroad.
There are four primary International Student Education programs:
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION English Language Studies Program International Student Exchange Program Biola English Study Tour Program International Pastor 's Program
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM (ISEP) Biola students study at Christian colleges and universities abroad. BIOLA ENGLISH STUDY TOUR (BEST) A summer program in which international college students study English language skills at Biola and encounter American culture. INTERNATIONAL PASTORS PROGRAM (IPP) International pastors receive continuing education in Christian thought, practical theology and effective local church ministry. Biola professors, international scholars, ministry experts, and respected preachers provide interpreted instruction. ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES PROGRAM (ELSP) Christian students from many countries experience intensive English instruction. They develop proficiency in the English language and receive assistance as they pursue academic degrees at Biola.
BACHELOR'S DEGREE
S.S. in Organizational Leadership S.S. in Ministry Leadership BA in Psychology
MASTER'S DEGREES & CERTIFICATES Master of Arts in Christian Apologet ics Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership Master of Arts in Science and Religion
Several of these programs can be attended on a course by course basis. Others are sequential development packages. Some lead to either continuing education certificates or academic degrees. 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 School of Professional Studies extends that mission to individuals in the region and the world who would otherwise have difficulty attending a traditional curriculum.The school organizes educational events and academic programs to expand knowledge, develop character, and enhance skills. This is done in a manner that gives priority to biblical truth, promotes a Christian worldview, and nurtures godly character.
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