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2012-2014 CORBAN UNIVERSITY CATALOG Updated September 1, 2012 5000 DEER PARK DRIVE SE • SALEM, OREGON 97317-9392 • 503.375.7005 • 800.845.3005 • www.corban.edu CORBAN UNIVERSITY OUR VISION “Corban University, with its global mission, is positioning itself to become one of the highest-ranked educational institutions in the United States. “ We recognize that a vision statement sets a destination. Getting there requires strategic planning. Such planning is particularly important in situations where there are many unknowns. Fortunately, we rely on the Lord Jesus Christ who not only knows the future, but is the future. OUR MISSION “To educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ.” This is accomplished by fostering a transformative learning culture where a sustainable biblical worldview takes shape; building a Christian community that promotes worship, creative expression and activities that reflect God’s character; and cultivating a life of stewardship and service toward God, humanity and creation. OUR SENSE OF PLACE “Ideally, every college or university should have its own physical image, an amalgam of buildings and landscapes that define and celebrate a sense of place; communicate the institution’s purpose, presence, and domain; and generate an image charged with symbolism, graced by history.” (“Campus Design” by Richard P. Dober) The Lord has blessed us with a campus that has truly become a beautiful educational setting with several new buildings, clock tower, amphitheater, large green spaces, new athletic fields and renovation of several existing buildings. The prospects of a new library building and the addition of 42.5 acres to our campus give us the opportunity to continue to expand the University. OUR COMMITMENT We are committed to scholarship, a biblical moral stance, and progress. In “Qualities of a Leader” by John Maxwell two questions are presented: “What am I willing to die for? If it came down to it, what in life would you not be able to stop doing, no matter what the consequence was?” At Corban, we are committed to our core values: Christ-honoring, Bible-centered, People-oriented, Excellence-driven and Future-directed. OUR RELIANCE ON THE LORD The Lord has blessed us the past 75 years and we are content to be in His hands as stated in Psalm 31:15 “My times are in your hands.” Those who choose to attend Corban will also feel the Lord’s presence in their lives. Thanks for considering Corban University. Making a Difference, Reno Hoff President Corban University Catalog - 2012-2014 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Calendar......................................................................................3 University Profile .........................................................................................4 Administration and Faculty .......................................................................12 Academic Information and Policies ..........................................................16 Programs of Special Interest .....................................................................41 Degree Programs .......................................................................................45 Academic Programs ..................................................................................48 School of Arts & Sciences ..............................................................48 School of Business .........................................................................65 School of Education & Counseling ...............................................73 School of Ministry ..................................................................... 101 School of Professional Studies .................................................. 122 Courses ................................................................................................... 127 Student Life ............................................................................................ 182 Admissions ............................................................................................. 185 Financial Information ............................................................................. 190 Index ....................................................................................................... 196 Corban University Catalog - 2012-2014 2 ACADEMIC CALENDARS TRADITIONAL UNDERGRADUATE CALENDAR Summer Term 2012-13 2013-14 Summer Session begins May 6 (Su) May 5 (Su) Close of course registration for Summer Session May 16 (W) May 15 (W) Last day to drop summer course w/o financial penalty May 16 (W) May 15 (W) Summer Session ends Aug. 18 (Sa) Aug. 24 (Sa) Fall Semester 2012 2013 Residence halls open for new students Aug. 24 (F) Aug. 23 (F) New student and family orientation Aug. 24-26 Aug. 23-25 New student registration/testing Aug. 27-28 Aug. 26-27 Residence halls open for returning students Aug. 27 (M) Aug. 26 (M) Continuing student registration Aug. 28 (Tu) Aug. 27 (Tu) Instruction begins Aug. 29 (W) Aug. 28 (W) Close of course registration Sept. 7 (F) Sept. 6 (F) Last day to add courses to any class schedule Sept. 7 (F) Sept. 6 (F) Last day to drop courses without a fee Sept. 7 (F) Sept. 6 (F) Study Day (no classes) Oct. 12 (F) TBA World Outreach Week Oct. 22-26 Oct. 21-25 Last day to drop any course Nov. 9 (F) Nov. 8 (F) Thanksgiving vacation Nov. 21-25 Nov. 27-Dec.1 Classes resume Nov. 26 (M) Dec. 2 (M) Early scheduling for Spring Semester Nov. 12-Dec.14 Nov. 11-Dec.13 Christmas Concert performances Nov. 30-Dec.1 (F-Sa) Dec. 6-7 (F-Sa) Last day of instruction Dec. 7 (F) Dec. 6 (F) Final exams Dec. 10-14 Dec. 9-13 Residence Halls close at 2:00 p.m. Dec. 14 (F) Dec. 13 (F) Spring Semester 2013 2014 Residence halls open for all students Jan. 7 (M) Jan. 6 (M) Registration for all new students Jan. 7 (M) Jan. 6 (M) Orientation for new students Jan. 8 (T) Jan. 7 (T) Instruction begins Jan. 9 (W) Jan. 8 (W) Martin Luther King Day (no classes) Jan. 21 (M) Jan. 20 (M) Close of course registration Jan. 18 (F) Jan. 17 (F) Last day to add courses to any class schedule Jan. 18 (F) Jan. 17 (F) Last day to drop courses without a fee Jan. 18 (F) Jan. 17 (F) President's Day (no classes) Feb. 18 (M) Feb. 17 (M) Last day to drop any course March 15 (F) March 14 (F) Spring break March 25-29 March 24-28 Classes resume April 1 (M) March 31 (M) Good Friday (no classes) March 29 (F) April 18 (F) Classes resume April 1 (M) April 21 (M) Registration for summer courses April 8-26 April 7-25 Early scheduling for Fall Semester April 1-May 3 March 31-May 2 Last day of instruction April 26 (F) April 25 (F) Final exams April 29-May 3 April 28-May 2 Commencement May 4 (Sat) May 3 (Sat) Residence halls closed for all students May 4 (Sat) May 3 (Sat) GRADUATE SCHOOLS ~ See Graduate Programs for Graduate Academic Calendars Corban University Catalog - 2012-2014 3 UNIVERSITY PROFILE OUR HISTORY Corban University has its roots in Phoenix, Arizona, where in 1935 it began as a Bible institute. After relocating to California in 1946 it became known as Western Baptist Bible College where it operated until moving to Oregon in 1969. In 1955 the college received degree-granting status from the State of California Department of Education, and in 1959 received national accreditation as a Bible college by the American Association of Bible Colleges. In 1968 it was first regionally accredited and remains so today by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Over the years, the University has been transformed from a Bible college to a university offering programs in biblical studies, the liberal arts, and professional studies. With a heritage of Baptist theology, Corban serves the greater evangelical community. In order to address the demographic changes from a historically Baptist student body to one representing a wide range of evangelical groups, the name was changed to Corban College in 2005. The name, a biblical word meaning “a gift dedicated to God,” and motto “dedicating heart and mind to God” reflect the University’s mission. The name of Corban University was adopted in 2010 to reflect the expanded educational offerings. The fall of 2010 also saw a merger between Corban University and Northwest Baptist Seminary in Tacoma, Washington. This merger marked the formation of the Corban School of Ministry and extends Corban’s presence in the Pacific Northwest. Today, there are 50 accredited majors and programs of study including traditional, adult degree, and graduate studies programs on campus and online. OUR MISSION STATEMENT To educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:19 – 20). We seek to do this by: Fostering a transformative learning culture where a sustainable biblical worldview takes shape. Building a Christian community that promotes worship, creative expression and activities that reflect God’s character. Cultivating a life of stewardship and service toward God, humanity and creation. OUR CORE VALUES Christ-honoring Bible-centered People-oriented Excellence-driven Future-directed OUR COMMITMENT TO GROWTH We believe Christ has called all of us to a life of growth, and that if we are to be the kind of people God wants us to be, we must be prepared to take the risks that growth demands. We must not be afraid to reach beyond where we are. Reaching out of our boundaries of self to other people is part of growth. Evangelism is central to this commitment; but reaching means, too, an availability, an accessibility of mind and heart to other people, a refusal to shelter within the walls