4 GENERAL INFORMATION
••••••••••••••••• Since the early 1980s, Bio/a has integrated computers throughout its curriculum. Several Macintosh labs are located on campus providing each student with access to terminals. Special discount programs are available to students wishing to purchase Apple computers.
Biota reserves the right to dismiss a student, who, in its judgment does not conform either to the stated regulations governing student conduct or to the expressed principles, policies, programs and expectations ofthe University. These standards apply to the student while enrolled in any of the schools or programs of the University on campus and offcampus. Further, these standards apply to the Board ofTrustees, faculty and staffwhile part of the Biota community. In addition, members of the Biota community will observe Sunday as the Lord's Day and give primary atten tion to worship, rest, Christian fellowship and recreation, and service. OVERALL CONCERNS In all these standards, our desire is that students who come to Biola University will learn to exercise indi vidual discernment in the daily choices made as demonstrated in thoughts, actions and lifestyle. The Student Affairs staff and other members of the universi ty community will confront a student who fails to live up to the above stated expectations. However, it is recog nized that it is possible for violations to occur without our knowledge, even with diligence in exercising our responsibilities. In reality, as in life outside Biola, it is necessary for each individual to make choices, to be self-disciplined, and to hold others accountable. On the other hand, these standards in no way indi cate that Biola, as an institution, believes dancing off campus or the participation in drinking, smoking or gambling is acceptable behavior during the summer or between semester periods. Rather, the board has decided to shift the responsibility from the institution to the individual for making decisions regarding individu al participation in dancing that do not involve any university-sponsored or related group or activity. In making this change, the board is emphasizing the essential role of individual judgment, responsibility and discernment throughout the University. Individual, parental, and church involvement is essential in the development of an individual's decisions in these areas. In the areas where individual choice is allowed, much discernment is needed. For example, in today's society, many activities are morally degrading and result in leading an individual's mind, heart and life away from God and His ways. It is, therefore, impera tive that each individual develop the ability to discern and seek that which is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely and of good repute (Philippians 4:8). Because of our sinful nature, it is difficult to make these choices on a moment-l;iy-moment basis. We are committed to share this process of growth with you. As a guideline for viewing movies, Biola University states that movies whose content is morally degrading are not acceptable for students, faculty or staff. Currently, this would include all movies rated X, almost all rated R, most rated PG-13, and many rated PG. Again, mature discernment needs to be used by each individual.
As a guideline for dancing off-campus, it is impor tant to note that three aspects of dance be taken into consideration. There are: 1) the mode - such as the form of dancing and the type of clothing worn; 2) the music - such as the message in the text of the lyrics and the message perceived in the music itself; and 3) the mindset - as it contributes toward the mind of the flesh or toward the mind of the Spirit. In all cases, discernment should be exercised in individual deci sions to dance off-campus. In the development of discernment regarding appearance, one overriding principle should be used. In all cases, modesty and good taste should guide choices made in appearance whether this be in the academic classroom setting or in the residence hall area or cafeteria. More specifically, Biola University has a standard for academic dress in the classroom and in chapel. In preparation for the requirements of many jobs, students are asked to use particular care when attending classes and chapel. Shorts, tank tops and other similar styles are not allowed in the classroom or chapel. Outside of these areas, discernment should be used in all decisions of the type of clothes worn, from length of skirt to slogans on T-shirts.
THE OBJECTIVES OF THE UNIVERSITY Biola University seeks to instruct Christian men and women in order to produce graduates who are:
1. Competent in their field of study; 2. Knowledgeable in biblical studies;
3. Earnest Christians equipped to serve the Christian community and society at large. With particular reference to the undergraduate programs, the intention of the University is to seek to produce a graduate who is: 1. Broadly educated in the arts and sciences with a biblical perspective as the foundation. a. One who has broad exposure to the ideas that have shaped man's thinking. b. One who knows how to use reasoning processes: (1) who can use the processes of investigation, (2) who can reason logically, (3) who recognizes that man cannot rely on reason and experience alone but must also exer cise faith. c. One who can communicate and defend his* ideas on the basis of evidence. d. One who has a well-conceived system of values and beliefs which are biblically based and which mediate behavior. e. One who understands and appreciates ethnic and cultural differences. f. One who understands himself, has a good self-image and is striving to realize his potential. g. One who understands the various creative expressions of man's ideas and feelings in art, drama, music and literature.
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