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Academic Catalog academic catalog Effective August 1, 2017 Table of Contents Mission Statement ..................................................................................................................5 Accreditation ...........................................................................................................................5 Philosophy and Objectives ......................................................................................................6 Organization and Administration .............................................................................................8 Position on Academic Freedom ...............................................................................................9 Admissions Information ........................................................................................................11 Financial Aid ..........................................................................................................................11 Fees and Payments ...............................................................................................................12 Academic Information ...........................................................................................................15 Academic Policies .................................................................................................................18 Registration Policies .............................................................................................................21 Graduation Requirements, Bachelor of Arts Degree ..............................................................24 Majors and Minors ................................................................................................................30 American Studies Major ........................................................................................................31 Biochemistry Major ...............................................................................................................36 Biology Major ........................................................................................................................38 Broad Field Social Studies Major ..........................................................................................40 Business Administration Major .............................................................................................44 Chemistry Major ...................................................................................................................48 Communication Major ...........................................................................................................51 Education Major ....................................................................................................................55 Engineering Sciences Major ..................................................................................................61 English Major ........................................................................................................................64 Exercise Science Major .........................................................................................................71 Graphic Design Major ...........................................................................................................74 History Major ........................................................................................................................78 Legal Studies Major ..............................................................................................................82 Liberal Arts Major .................................................................................................................85 Mathematics Major ...............................................................................................................94 Media Arts Major ..................................................................................................................98 Music Major ........................................................................................................................102 Nursing Major .....................................................................................................................107 Psychology Major ...............................................................................................................115 Religion Major .....................................................................................................................118 Sociology Major ..................................................................................................................121 Studio Art Major ..................................................................................................................125 Theatre Major ......................................................................................................................130 Pre-Professional Programs .................................................................................................133 Course Descriptions ............................................................................................................140 Index ...................................................................................................................................214 Map ....................................................................................................................................216 Academic Calendar The academic calendar is available on our website at www.blc.edu/academic-calendar. LEGAL NOTICE: The material contained in this catalog is for information only. The College reserves the right to revise policies, amend rules, alter regulations, and change financial charges at any time in accordance with the best interests of the institution. Check our website at www.blc.edu for updates. 3 GENERAL INFORMATION 4 Introduction For over 90 years Bethany Lutheran College has provided an exceptional education. It has maintained a consistent commitment to graduating dedicated individuals who demonstrate intellectual accomplishments, ethical judgment, and cultural awareness. Above all, the goal of the College has been to provide a Christian education focusing on the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Bethany Lutheran College seeks to be a community of faith and learning. Mission Statement Bethany Lutheran College, owned and operated by the Evangelical Lutheran Synod, is a private, residential, liberal arts college committed to the teachings of the Bible as set forth in the Lutheran Confessions. Bethany provides studies culminating in a bachelor of arts degree. The college serves Lutherans and others by offering a challenging, student-centered approach to education that fosters spiritual development, intellectual and creative growth, self-understanding, and responsible citizenship. In keeping with its heritage, Bethany aspires to produce students with a clear understanding of Christian vocation, which encourages students to make the most of their God-given talents. Location The Bethany Lutheran College campus overlooks the Minnesota River Valley in Mankato, Minnesota. The Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area population is roughly 98,000. Mankato is located 80 miles southwest of Minneapolis/ St. Paul, 80 miles west of Rochester, and 50 miles north of the Iowa border. Accreditation Bethany Lutheran College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504 (312) 263-0456 • www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org Bethany Lutheran College is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. Minnesota Office of Higher Education 1450 Energy Park Dr., Suite 350 St. Paul, MN 55108 www.ohe.state.mn.us – 651-642-0533 5 Philosophy and Objectives of the College Philosophy of the College Bethany Lutheran College is a Christian liberal arts college. The College and the Evangelical Lutheran Synod are committed to the Holy Scriptures, the inspired and inerrant Word of God, as the sole authority for faith and life. The Lutheran Confessions are accepted as the correct understanding of the teachings of the Holy Scriptures. This commitment is summarized by the Reformation principles: Grace Alone, Faith Alone, and Scripture Alone. Specifically, the College confesses that through faith in Jesus Christ the individual receives the forgiveness of sins and eternal life. Such faith is produced in human hearts by the Holy Spirit through the Word and Sacraments. The Christian faith governs the entire educational process at Bethany. Christian education implies a unique perspective on the past, present, and future. It assumes a specific view of people and their relationships both to God and to others. The College is committed to the position that these relationships are to be understood in the light of the knowledge that Jesus Christ is the Savior and the Lord of the universe. Objectives of the College In order to carry out the philosophy of the College, Bethany has the following specific objectives for the students: 1. To grow in the grace and in the knowledge of their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by means of the Gospel. 2. To demonstrate independent critical thinking so that they are not shaken from the eternal foundations on which their moral and spiritual growth is based.
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