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Catalog 2019-20 Institutional Mission Catalog 2019-20 Institutional Mission: Erskine College exists to glorify God as a Christian academic community where students are equipped to flourish as whole persons for lives of service through the pursuit of undergraduate liberal arts and graduate theological education. Erskine College: The mission of Erskine College is to equip students to flourish by providing an excellent liberal arts education in a Christ-centered environment where learning and biblical truth are integrated to develop the whole person. Erskine Theological Seminary: Erskine Theological Seminary supports the Mission of God in the world by educating, from a Biblically Reformed perspective, persons for service in the Christian Church. 2 Table of Contents Academic Calendar ....................................................................................................3 From the President ....................................................................................................4 Introducing Erskine ...................................................................................................5 Accreditation ........................................................................................................5 Mission Statements...............................................................................................6 History .................................................................................................................7 College Campus ....................................................................................................8 Activities and Athletic Facilities .............................................................................9 Residential Facilities ...........................................................................................11 Honor Code ........................................................................................................12 Admissions ............................................................................................................. 14 Finances ..................................................................................................................18 Financial Aid ............................................................................................................23 Scholarships ............................................................................................................24 Student Development ..............................................................................................47 Academics ...............................................................................................................54 Requirements for Graduation ..............................................................................64 Course Descriptions ..................................................................................................73 American Studies................................................................................................74 Art .....................................................................................................................78 Bible, Religion, and Philosophy ...........................................................................81 Biology ..............................................................................................................89 Chemistry and Physics.........................................................................................97 Christian Leadership .........................................................................................103 Economics and Business Administration .............................................................104 Education ........................................................................................................113 Engineering .....................................................................................................134 English.............................................................................................................135 Global Studies ..................................................................................................142 Health Science ....................................................................................................96 History and Political Science ..............................................................................142 Information Technology ....................................................................................149 Mathematics ....................................................................................................150 Modern Languages ...........................................................................................153 Music ...............................................................................................................155 Psychology and Sociology ..................................................................................165 Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation ............................................................172 Personnel ..............................................................................................................173 Index ....................................................................................................................181 Academic Calendar 3 2019 Fall Term Late Registration (7:30 a.m.) and Classes Begin.............................Monday, August 26 Formal Opening of College and Seminary..................................... Tuesday, August 27 Drop/Add Day (Class Changes).........................................................Friday, August 30 Fall Break Begins After Classes ....................................................... Friday, October 11 Classes Resume, 8 a.m............................................................Wednesday, October 16 Thanksgiving Holiday Begins After Classes..............................Tuesday, November 26 Classes Resume, 8 a.m...............................................................Monday, December 2 Classes End..................................................................................Friday, December 6 Final Examinations Begin...........................................................Monday, December 9 Final Examinations End..........................................................Saturday, December 14 2020 Spring Term Late Registration (7:30 a.m.) and Classes Begin.........................Monday, January 6 Drop/Add Day (Class Changes)..................................................Friday, January 10 Martin Luther King Day Holiday..................................................Monday, January 20 Spring Break Begins After Classes.................................................Friday, February 28 Classes Resume, 8 a.m.............................................................. Tuesday, March 9 Easter Break Begins After Classes..............................................Wednesday, April 8 Classes Resume, 8 a.m.................................................................Monday, April 13 Classes End.................................................................................Wednesday, April 22 Reading Day.................................................................................Thursday, April 23 Final Examinations Begin..............................................................Friday, April 24 Final Examinations End.............................................................Wednesday, April 29 Baccalaureate.....................................................................................Friday, May 1 Commencement.............................................................................Saturday, May 2 2020 First Summer Term Classes Begin................................................................................Monday, May 18 Only Day for Class Changes.........................................................Tuesday, May 19 Holiday.........................................................................................Monday, May 25 Final Examinations............................................................................Friday, June 26 2020 Second Summer Term Classes Begin.................................................................................... Monday, July 6 Only Day for Class Changes...............................................................Tuesday, July 7 Final Examinations.........................................................................Friday, August 14 Note: The calendar is subject to change. 4 From the President Erskine College was founded 180 years ago. In 1839, Erskine’s founders envisioned a college that would prepare young adults to think biblically and to lead with integrity in the Church and in the wider culture. From its inception, the Erskine College community has always exhibited qualities of a close-knit academic village dedicated to careful scholarship and vibrant Christian commitment. Erskine’s strong liberal arts curriculum demands critical thinking, precise writing, and collaborative teamwork. These skills enable our graduates to succeed in their post- graduate studies and careers. Dr. Robert E. Gustafson As a small liberal arts college in a bucolic President setting, we prize our campus, which displays the beauty of the created world. Our size enhances our community atmosphere and offers every student opportunities for leadership in various activities and organizations. Friendly interaction between students and faculty creates a welcoming academic environment where students can flourish. As a Christian
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