“In all things...Christ preeminent”

2000-2001 Undergraduate Academic Bulletin

Covenant College 14049 Scenic Highway Lookout Mountain, Georgia 30750-4164 (706) 820-1560

Admissions Office Phone: (706) 820-2398 Fax: (706) 820-0893 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.covenant.edu

Revised August 2000 Contents

Multicultural Services ...... 20 Grievance Procedures ...... 20 Campus Information ...... 21 Academic and Cultural Affairs Committee ...... 21 Accounting Office ...... 21 Automobiles ...... 21 Blink ...... 21 Career Development Services ...... 21 Contents Chapel Services ...... 22 Chaplain ...... 22 Introductory Information Counseling Services ...... 22 Important Dates ...... 3 Day of Prayer ...... 22 Calendar ...... 4 Faculty Advising ...... 22 Purpose Statement ...... 4 Guests ...... 23 2000-2003 Three-Year Plan Summary ...... 5 Health Services ...... 23 General Information...... 6 Library ...... 23 Accreditation ...... 6 Off-Campus Housing...... 23 Academic Program ...... 7 Office Services ...... 23 Off-Campus Study ...... 7 Pool Use ...... 23 Costs ...... 7 Residence Hall Information...... 23 Board and Room ...... 7 Student Record Retention ...... 23 Fees and Expenses ...... 7 Student Senate ...... 23 Refunds ...... 8 Student Senate and the Student Association of Covenant Admissions ...... 9 College (SACC) ...... 24 Application for Admission ...... 9 Student Senate’s Campus Activities Board ...... 24 Admission from a Secondary School ...... 9 Student Senate and Beginning a Club ...... 24 Admission of Transfer Students...... 9 Tuck Shoppe ...... 24 Admission of International Students ...... 10 Academic Information...... 24 Admission Status ...... 10 Academic Program ...... 24 Confirmation of Acceptance ...... 10 Graduation Requirements for Master of Education Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and Degree ...... 25 CLEP Credits ...... 10 Graduation Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees ...... 25 Covenant Placement Testing Program ...... 11 Core and Distribution Requirements For Baccalaureate Dual Enrollment of High School Students ...... 11 Degrees ...... 26 Special Students...... 11 Majors and Minors ...... 27 Transient Students ...... 11 Graduation Requirements for Associate Degrees ...... 28 Covenant Fellow Program ...... 11 Summer Offering ...... 28 Auditors ...... 12 Correspondence Studies ...... 28 Financial Planning ...... 12 Off-Campus Studies ...... 29 Institutional Assistance from Covenant...... 12 Independent Study ...... 31 Federally Funded Programs Administered by Covenant ...... 15 Private Study ...... 31 Other Sources of Financial Assistance ...... 16 Credit Awarded by Examination ...... 31 Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy ...... 16 Academic Standards ...... 31 Part-Time Employment ...... 17 Credit and Grading System ...... 31 Registration ...... 17 Proficiency in Writing ...... 32 Orientation ...... 17 Classification of Students...... 32 Registration Rules ...... 17 Academic Probation ...... 33 Course Load ...... 17 Satisfactory Progress and Re-admission Requirements ...... 33 Dropping or Changing Courses...... 17 Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities ...... 33 Withdrawal from the College ...... 17 Class Absence and Tardiness ...... 33 Privacy Rights of Students ...... 17 Scholastic Honors...... 34 Student Development ...... 18 Numbering of Courses ...... 34 The Standards of Conduct ...... 18 Practical Service ...... 19

2 Important Dates

Academic Programs Core Courses and General Education ...... 35 Accounting (see Business and Economics) ...... 43 Art ...... 36 Important Dates Biblical Studies and Missions ...... 37 Biology ...... 41 November 1, 2000 Financial aid priority deadline. Business and Economics ...... 43 (spring 2001 applicants only) Chemistry ...... 50 Computer Science (see Information Sciences) ...... 71 December 2000 Financial aid packets sent to all ap- Economics (see Business and Economics) ...... 43 plied students. (Important: file 2000 Education ...... 52 U.S. tax returns early) Engineering ...... 60 English ...... 60 January 15, 2001 Maclellan Scholarship application Finance (see Business and Economics) ...... 43 deadline. Foreign Language ...... 65 French (see Foreign Language) ...... 65 February 22, 2001 Presidential Scholarship applicants German (see Foreign Language) ...... 65 should have admissions applications Greek (see Foreign Language) ...... 65 completed. Health Professions ...... 66 Hebrew (see Foreign Language) ...... 65 March 1, 2001 Presidential and Diversity Scholar- Historical Studies ...... 67 ships application deadline. Priority Information Sciences ...... 71 deadline for music and athletic Interdisciplinary Studies ...... 73 scholarships. Law (see Pre-Law Studies)...... 92 Maclellan Scholars Program ...... 76 March 25, 2001 Students wanting to meet the prior- Marketing (see Business and Economics) ...... 43 ity deadline for financial aid should Mathematics...... 77 have their admissions applications Medicine (see Pre-Medical Studies) ...... 93 completed. Ministerial Training (see Pre-Ministerial Curriculum) ...... 93 Missions (see Biblical Studies and Missions)...... 37 March 31, 2001 Last date for priority consideration Music ...... 80 for financial aid. The Covenant Ap- Natural Science ...... 83 plication for Aid and a photocopy Nursing (see Pre-Nursing Studies) ...... 93 of the federal form (FAFSA) are Organizational Management ...... 85 minimum requirements for award- Philosophy ...... 87 ing. The applicant must also be ac- Physical Education ...... 89 cepted for admission. Physical Therapy (see Pre-Physical Therapy) ...... 94 Physics ...... 91 April 11-29, 2001 Priority financial aid packages Pre-Law Studies ...... 92 mailed. Pre-Medical Studies ...... 93 Pre-Ministerial Curriculum ...... 93 May 1, 2001 Pre-registration, housing, and other Pre-Nursing Studies ...... 93 forms sent to accepted students. All Pre-Physical Therapy ...... 94 forms, including final high school Psychology ...... 95 transcripts, must be received before Sociology ...... 98 pre-registration forms can be pro- Spanish (see Foreign Language) ...... 65 cessed. Youth Ministries (see Biblical Studies and Missions)...... 37 May 2001 Deposits due (Fall 2001 applicants). Faculty ...... 101 Board of Trustees...... 104 July 2001 Housing assignments made. History of Covenant College ...... 104 History of Carter Hall ...... 105 College Hymn ...... 105

3 2000-2001 Calendar/Purpose Statement

March 10-19 Spring break March 22-23 Board of trustees meeting April 2 Last day to drop a course, change to audit, or change to or from Pass/Fail. After April 2, your instructor will need to indicate a “W” or “F” on the drop form April 4 Major field achievement tests for May 2001 and December 2000 graduates Calendar April 16-20 Pre-registration for fall semester April 13 Good Friday (no classes) Fall Semester 2000 May 4 Last day of classes August 19 Freshmen and transfer students arrive, 1:00- May 7-10 Final examinations 3:00 P.M. May 12 Commencement August 19-28 New student orientation August 28 First day of classes May Term 2001 Opening convocation 11:00 a.m. May 14 First day of classes August 29 Late registration fee charged June 1 Last day of classes August 30 Last day for late registration Last day to make schedule changes without incurring a fee September 8 Last day to add a course September 20 Day of prayer September 25 Last day to drop a course without assignment of “W” on student transcript October 5-6 Board of trustees meeting October 6-7 Homecoming, Parents and Family Weekend October 14-17 Fall break Purpose Statement October 30 Last day to drop a course, change to audit, or change to or from Pass/Fail. After October Covenant College is a Christ-centered institution of higher edu- 30, your instructor will need to indicate a cation emphasizing liberal arts. It is operated by a board of trust- “W” or “F” on the drop form ees elected by the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church November 1 The Georgia Careers Consortium - Atlanta, in America. It exists to provide post-secondary educational ser- Georgia vices to that denomination and the wider public. November 6-10 Pre-registration for spring semester The college is committed to the Bible as the Word of God writ- November 16-18 Campus Preview Weekend ten, and accepts as its most adequate and comprehensive interpre- November 22-26 Thanksgiving break tation the summary contained in the Westminster Confession of Nov. 30 - Dec. 2 Madrigal dinners Faith and Catechisms. December 8 Last day of classes The focus of Covenant College is found in its motto, based on December 11-14 Final examinations Colossians 1:18: “In All Things . . . Christ Preeminent.” Acknowl- edging Christ preeminent as the creator of all things, as the re- Spring Semester 2001 deemer of people fallen into sin, as the touchstone of all truth, January 9 Students arrive and as the sovereign ruler over all areas of life, the college strives January 10 First day of classes to discern and to unfold the implications of His preeminence in January 12 Last day for late registration all things. To serve this end we seek to appropriate the mind of Last day to add or drop a course without Christ as the biblical perspective from which we characterize and incurring a fee respond to reality. In attempting to make such a biblically grounded January 23 Last day to add a course frame of reference explicit and operative, we are committed to January 31 Day of prayer excellence in academic inquiry, and we seek to define all areas of February 7 Last day to drop a course without assignment the college’s structure and program according to this understand- of "W" on student transcript ing of our purpose. February 15-17 Campus Preview Weekend We seek to implement our purpose in view of our belief that all February 20 Horizons at the Convention & Trade Center human beings are created in the image of God and are, therefore, in Chattanooga spiritual, moral, social beings who think, act, value, and exercise March 2 Dinner for graduates at the Brock’s home dominion. Because we are called to reflect in finite ways what

4 2000-2003 Three-Year Plan Summary

God is infinitely, we attempt to institute programs designed to ing familiar with valid methods of inquiry into each offer all students the opportunity to discover and give expression area of study. Each student should be acquiring some to their potential in each facet of their redeemed humanness. depth in one or two academic disciplines. With these commitments in mind, we seek to work together as c. Analytical skills. Students should be acquiring the ca- a college community, responsibly striving, corporately and per- pacity for incisive, critical and logical thinking. sonally, to accomplish the following general aims in every area of d. Communication skills. Students should be acquiring the life: ability to communicate ideas clearly in both speaking and writing. 1. to see creation as the handiwork of God and to study it with 3. Service that is Christ-like. wonder and respect; a. Students should be assuming responsibilities within a 2. to acknowledge the fallen nature of ourselves and of the rest of local congregation as well as in the community of all creation and to respond, in view of the renewal that begins believers. This implies demonstrating a positive influ- with Christ’s redemption, by seeking to bring every thought ence on others while at the same time accepting their and act into obedience to Him; loving concern. 3. to reclaim the creation for God and redirect it to the service of b. Students should be assuming responsibilities in society God and humankind, receiving the many valuable insights into as servants of God. This involves a total life-calling to the structure of reality provided by the good hand of God fulfill one’s covenantal responsibilities as succinctly sum- through thinkers in every age, and seeking to interpret and re- marized in Genesis 1:28 and Matthew 28:18-20, in- form such insights according to the Scriptures; cluding not only the student’s specific vocation, but all 4. to see learning as a continuous process and vocation; other activities as well. 5. to endeavor to think scripturally about culture so as to glorify B. Students participating in external or other non-traditional pro- God and promote true human advancement. grams display a wide variety of backgrounds, purposes, and needs. Non-traditional programs are designed to meet the many As an educational institution, Covenant College specifically diverse situations encountered; but, because God calls us to seeks to provide educational services from a Christian perspective proclaim a Christian perspective on reality in the marketplace to the students who enroll. While the traditional undergraduate, of society, such programs are seen as a significant part of our on-campus programs remain the primary focus of the college, we educational mission. recognize that the college also has a significant role to fulfill in the Although students in non-traditional programs may not education of students in non-traditional categories. be able to participate fully in accomplishing the general aims outlined earlier in this statement, faculty members in such pro- A. Students in traditional on-campus programs are expected to grams will teach from the Christian educational perspective of become active participants in fulfilling the general aims just the college. outlined. It is the college’s purpose to help students make sig- nificant progress toward maturity in the following areas: 1. Identity in Christ. A Covenant student should be a person who is united with Christ and committed to Him. This union and commitment should lead to an understanding both of one’s sin and of one’s significance as a person re- deemed by Christ, resulting in a growing awareness of pur- pose. This awareness of purpose should facilitate the devel- opment of goals, priorities, and practices that foster spiri- tual effectiveness and well-being, including the emotional, 2000-2003 Three-Year social, physical, and intellectual aspects of the individual student. Plan Summary 2. Biblical frame of reference. Students should be acquiring the ability to orient their whole lives by a perspective based on After receiving input from several hundred faculty, staff, students, scriptural revelation. For realization of this goal the fol- alumni, board members and friends of the college, The three-year lowing are important: plan was approved during the March 2000 meeting of the board a. Scriptural knowledge. Students should be acquiring a of trustees. During the next three years, the college’s goal is to: working knowledge of the Scriptures, rejoicing in their Strengthen the College’s academic culture with its Reformed promises and allowing them to direct their thoughts emphasis, to serve Christ, His church and His world. and actions in every area of life. Covenant College—its Board of Trustees, faculty, staff and stu- b. Academic inquiry. Students should be acquiring a broad dents—serves as an agency of the PCA for the purpose of prepar- appreciation of the various aspects of creation, becom- ing God’s people to extend Christ’s ministry to the church and the

5 General Information world. This preparation necessarily requires both spiritual and 8. Clarify the college’s governance and employer/employee intellectual development. As an academic institution, the unique relations to ensure that the mission, goals and operations of the task of this agency is to teach people to think christianly and to college are carried out effectively, and that all aspects of serve as an intellectual resource. This plan builds on the College’s institutional governance are made more explicit, more historically strong commitment to academic training informed by predictable, and more widely understood. our Reformed heritage. The College’s purpose statement spells out the essential character of the Reformed academic culture we 9. Develop an enrollment management plan to ensure access and seek to strengthen: fostering an environment that encourages a retention of a diverse population of qualified students. zeal for God’s truth submissive to God’s Word and a spirit of love and humility. Zeal for the truth involves both joyfully searching 10.Develop a long range Financial and Campus Master Plan for it in every area of life, and confidently defending God’s truth that will enable the college to grow to full potential while by critiquing those forms of thought and life antithetical to it. safeguarding the academic culture of the college. Christ-like love and humility require that these activities be char- acterized by gentleness and respect for others. Cultivating this at- titude about the truth and the ability to apply it to Christ’s service requires that concern for intellectual development inform every aspect of the College’s operations. An environment that encour- ages this kind of cultivation requires a campus-wide commitment. Not only must the curriculum foster a delight in academic rigor and intellectual engagement, but the atmosphere outside of class must promote it as well. This plan seeks to focus the college’s energy for the next three years on reviewing all our efforts with this end in mind. The following ten objectives will be implemented General Information during that time to help us better serve the mission of the college. Covenant College is the Christian, liberal arts college of the Pres- byterian Church in America and is committed to Jesus Christ and 1. Become more intentional about continuously improving the His Kingdom. Covenant seeks to help its students understand more quality and breadth of both teaching and learning and the fully the scriptural implications of Christ’s preeminence as they strength and coherence of the academic program. study the natural creation, cultivate the arts and produce sound societal relationships in business, home, school and state. To ac- 2. Cultivate a campus climate that encourages academic excellence. complish these ends, Covenant bases its academic program on the Bible, the written Word of God. 3. Enhance the overall coherence of each student’s Covenant Covenant College does not discriminate on the basis of race, experience. color, national origin, or handicap. In accordance with the creedal commitment and ecclesiastical order of its sponsoring denomina- 4. Nurture a climate of genuine spiritual vitality, consistent with tion, Covenant College regards men and women to be of equal our identity and role as a Christ-centered college, that is value in the sight of God, created by God with distinctive roles as characterized by godly relationships, effective communication described in the Bible. and mutual trust.

5. Explicate Covenant’s educational philosophy and organizational Accreditation values to ensure the continued blend of our theoretical foundation with academic rigor, spiritual intensity, and warmth. Covenant College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 South- 6. Evaluate and address faculty privileges and load responsibilities ern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4097, phone (404) 679-4501) for teaching, advising, research, and committee service; and to award associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. nurture the faculty as a collegium of teacher-scholars whose NOTICE: Covenant College operates in compliance with the scholarship enriches the classroom, engages their disciplines, official complaint policy of the Commission on Colleges of the and provides visible intellectual resources for Christ’s church Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as revised and ap- and his world. proved June 1995. All written complaints from students concern- ing the status of the college with respect to its standing with the 7. Dramatically increase the prominence and usefulness of library Commission on Colleges or allegations of significant non-com- resources and space to provide the campus with a center for pliance with the Criteria for Accreditation may be forwarded to serious research and collaborative inquiry. the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges, at the above address.

6 Fees and Expenses

Academic Program affairs. Seniors may apply to live off campus. Application forms for permission to move off campus are in the Office of Student The college, which has a two semester academic year and a May Development. term, awards Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Sci- Meals are served beginning on registration day through final ence, Bachelor of Music, and Master of Education degrees with examinations, with the exception of the fall and spring recesses. eighteen majors and several pre-professional programs (See page Rooms may be occupied without charge by returning students 27). on the day before registration and by new students on the day orientation and testing programs begin. Students engaged in Education 495-498: Teaching Practicum Off-Campus Study follow the calendar of the school to which they are assigned for their student teaching and, therefore, if they live in the residence Covenant students have several opportunities to get part of their halls, are permitted to remain during the college recesses for no education in off-campus study programs. They can receive credit extra room charges. They will provide their own meals during for study in conjunction with several organizations, including the these recesses. American Studies Program, the AuSable Trails Institute, the Study Abroad Program of Christian Colleges, the Jerusalem University College, and Mission to the World (see pages 29-31 for program details).

Costs

It is the desire of Covenant College, within the limits of its avail- able funds, to offer its Christian educational opportunities to all Fees and Expenses who qualify for admission, regardless of individual economic cir- cumstances. Over three-fourths of the student body receive finan- cial aid—either in scholarships, grants, loans or work study. The General Church Scholarship Program is the primary means of determin- ing which applicants will receive need-based funds. (See pages 12- Application fee (payable only once) ...... $25 17 for more information on financial aid.) Orientation fee (payable only once) ...... $65 The cost of an education at Covenant is only partly covered by Tuition per semester (12-18 units) ...... $7,800 tuition charges; the balance is paid from contributions made by Tuition (1-11 units) per unit ...... $650 friends and alumni of the college. Because of increasing costs, the Tuition (19+ units) per unit ...... $430 Covenant College Board of Trustees reserves the right to make Tuition for May Term per unit ...... $215 changes at any time in the tuition charges and other general and Tuition for M.Ed. per unit...... $325 special fees. Student association fee, per semester ...... $80 Covenant offers a payment plan that allows payment over a se- mester. The total amount for each semester is due at registration; however, full payment can be made within thirty days without Room and Board penalty. After thirty days, interest will be charged at an average of 1.08 percent monthly on the unpaid balance. Accounts must be Recreation equipment fee (payable only once)...... $25 fully paid each semester before a student can register for a subse- Key deposit ...... $5 quent semester. Room, per semester The college will not issue transcripts of academic credit or grade 5-person room ...... $940 reports for students with unpaid accounts or past due payments 4-person room ...... $1,075 on federal student aid programs. 3-person room ...... $1,075 A specific listing of fees and expenses, including general, resi- 2-person room ...... $1,275 dence, special and music fees is printed on page 7. 1-person room ...... $1,340 Apartments (per apartment, each semester) 1-4 residents ...... $2,000 Board and Room Board, per semester 21 meals/week ...... $1,150 All freshmen, sophomores and juniors must live in the residence 14 meals/week ...... $1,070 halls unless specifically excused by the vice-president of student 5 lunches per week (off-campus students only) ...... $410

7 Fees & Expenses

Special Insurance

Room damage deposit (refundable) ...... $35 A student insurance program is available to all students. Details Room reservation deposit (non refundable) ...... $65 on coverage and cost are available upon request from the student Advance deposit of fees (non refundable) ...... $165 development office. All students participating in the college’s in- Late registration ...... $30 tercollegiate athletic program are covered by the intercollegiate Course change fee ...... $5 athletic medical insurance program. Non-U.S. citizens must par- Graduation fee ...... $75 ticipate in the student insurance program. U.S. citizens may elect Auditing fee, per unit (part-time students) ...... $20 to participate at their own discretion. Health insurance fee, per year (required for non-U.S. citizens) ...... See Student Development Refunds Health care fee, per semester ...... $50 Computer resource use fee, per semester ...... $60 Withdrawals Automobile/motorcycle registration fee, once per year .... $30/$5 Refunds are granted only upon written application to the busi- Course fees (see course descriptions) ...... various ness office of the college when a student either formally with- draws from the college through the office of the Dean of Students or withdraws from individual courses. The following refund poli- Music cies will not apply to compulsory withdrawals or suspensions. For those cases, see the policy below under Compulsory Withdraw- Private instruction for full-time students taking lessons required als/Suspension. This refund policy is in compliance with Depart- for their major or minor: ment of Education Title IV requirements and will apply to charges One half-hour lesson weekly, per semester ...... $60 and financial aid credits similarly. Two half-hour lessons weekly, per semester ...... $120 Private lessons not required for the major or minor at higher Semester Tuition rates. Tuition will be refunded 100 percent for withdrawals during the first day of classes, less an administrative fee of $100; 90 percent In addition to the above fees, the student may also want to of tuition during the following 13 calendar days; 80 percent of consider expenses for books and supplies ($235), transportation tuition during the following 14 calendar days; 70 percent of tu- ($280), and personal expenses ($280) to determine a total budget ition during the following 7 days; 60 percent of tuition during the for the semester. These costs will vary depending on courses taken, following 14 calendar days; 50 percent of tuition during the fol- the distance from the college, and personal spending habits. (The lowing 14 calendar days; 40 percent of tuition during the follow- amounts shown are only estimates.) ing 14 calendar days. No tuition refund will be granted during the remainder of the semester. Refunds for all class withdrawals under 12 hours or over 18 hours will be refunded in accordance Tuition Rates for Other Programs with the same schedule as for withdrawal from the college.

Tuition rates for other means of offering courses at Covenant are May Term Tuition pegged to the part-time tuition rate of the traditional program for Refund of May term tuition is as follows: 100 percent during the that fiscal year as set by the Board of Trustees. This process will first day of classes, less an administration fee of $20; 80 percent automatically adjust the tuition rate for the programs listed be- on the second day; 60 percent on the third day; 40 percent on the low. fourth day; 20 percent on the fifth day. No tuition refund will be Part-time tuition rate for traditional program for granted during the remainder of the term. 2000-2001 ...... $650/hr. 1/3 of part-time rate for correspondence, independent Fees study and May term ...... $215/hr. Mandatory fees, course fees and/or lab fees are not refundable. 1/2 of part-time rate for Master of Education ...... $325/hr. 2/3 of part-time rate for 19th + hour during fall Room and Board and spring ...... $430/hr. Room and board charges will be refunded on a prorated basis as Part-time rate for web-based classes (Covenant pays of the official withdrawal date. fees to service provider)...... $650/hr. CompulsoryWithdrawal/Suspensions When a student is requested to withdraw or is suspended for any reason, no tuition, fees or room charges will be refunded. Board

8 Admissions charges will be refunded on a prorated basis as of the official with- All inquiries or application materials should be sent to: Admis- drawal date. sions, Covenant College, 14049 Scenic Highway, Lookout Moun- tain, GA 30750.

Admission from a Secondary School

A candidate for admission should be a graduate of an approved secondary school or home school by the time he or she enters Covenant. The student should have at least sixteen units, each representing one year of satisfactory work in a subject. It is recom- Admissions mended that the units be distributed as follows: The Admissions Committee seeks to attract students who give English ...... 4 evidence of those qualities of mind and purpose which are essen- Mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, geometry) ...... 3 tial in a Christian liberal arts education and whose personal quali- One foreign language...... 2 fications give assurance that they will be responsible and contrib- History and social studies ...... 2 uting members of the college community. Applicants for on-cam- Natural Science...... 2 pus programs are asked to offer a credible profession of faith in Electives ...... 3 or 4 Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord. Those who have not them- selves made a profession of faith in Christ but who are children of Home-schooled students must present a transcript of work com- a believing parent or parents will also be considered for admis- pleted including the following for each course: high school year of sion. study, course title, length of course (i.e., semester or year), and Requirements for admission to external degree programs for grade (if available). Admission will be considered on a case-by- working adults are listed under the Organizational Management case basis, with special consideration given to SAT/ACT scores section. and the distribution of courses. A “Guidelines for Home-Schooled Covenant College is authorized under Federal law to enroll non- Students” brochure is available in the Admissions Office. immigrant alien (international) students. Covenant is also approved Since the college’s primary objective is to obtain evidence that a for the training of ex-service personnel under public laws, and the student is prepared to carry on college work, the Admissions Com- college meets the criteria established by the United States Office mittee is willing to consider the applications of students whose of Education for listing in its higher education directory. The preparations may vary from the usual pattern. For instance, stu- teacher education programs of Covenant College are approved by dents may be admitted if they have equivalent education repre- the State of Georgia Department of Education. senting a normal four-year course of study, provided they present above-average marks and SAT/ACT scores. Applicants who at- tain a satisfactory score on the General Education Development Application for Admission Tests may also be admitted.

To apply, the student should obtain an application from the Ad- missions Office or our web site and submit the following: com- Admission of Transfer Students pleted and signed Application for Admission, $25 non-refund- able application fee, Christian testimony, application essay, offi- For admission as a transfer student, a candidate must have a cu- cial high school transcript (minimum GPA: 2.50), SAT score of mulative grade point average of 2.00 on college level courses (ex- at least 1000 (or ACT score of at least 21), high school reference cluding developmental courses) and an SAT of 1000 or an ACT form, church reference form, and personal interview. Transfer stu- of 21. Students from another college or educational institution of dents should also submit an official transcript from each post- approved standing will, for courses completed with a mark of C- secondary school attended. Note: Covenant’s code numbers are or better, ordinarily be granted transfer credit provided the courses 6124 for the SAT and 3951 for the ACT. apply toward the selected Covenant program. Courses with a grade Application deadlines are May 1 for the fall semester and No- of Pass or Credit will not be accepted unless the sending institu- vember 1 for the spring semester. Applications may be submitted tion can verify the grade was C- or better. after the deadline dates. We cannot, however, ensure equal con- A transfer student may be excused from certain required courses sideration of financial aid for those applications completed after for which he has had equivalent general subject matter. This may the March 1 financial aid deadline or equal consideration of hous- require the consent of the department chairman or the professor ing for applications completed after May 1. in the parallel academic area. The dean of records is the initial contact person regarding transfer courses. The dean may request a

9 Admissions catalog or course syllabus to determine if a course is equivalent to Academic Probationobation: The candidate is accepted as a degree- a Covenant requirement. A maximum of 70 units may be trans- seeking student but is restricted to a maximum of 14 hours for the ferred from a junior college. A maximum of 64 units may be trans- first semester along with other restrictions outlined in the Aca- ferred from a school accredited by the American Association of demic Probation section on page 33. The candidate will also be Bible Colleges. A maximum of 16 units of credit will be granted required to enroll in the one-hour course College Life (GE 131). for courses taken by correspondence. A student accepted from a Students on academic probation are not eligible for institu- non-accredited school will receive credit for a limited number of tional financial assistanceassistance, although they may still receive fed- units. The appropriate academic department will evaluate these eral and state assistance. courses for transfer credit. Normally a maximum of 12 units will Special Studenttudent: The applicant has not been admitted to the be accepted. degree program of the college but will be permitted to enroll in a To become eligible for graduation from Covenant College, a maximum of 14 hours per semester based on available seats. Other transfer student must complete a minimum of 30 academic units restrictions are outlined in the Special Student section on page (not including May Term courses) at Covenant College. A trans- 11. fer student’s grade point average is computed only on courses taken Denialenial: The applicant has been denied admission to the col- at Covenant College. lege. Further study at another institution is recommended to dem- onstrate the student’s preparation for the academic rigor of col- lege-level work. Admission of International Students The status under which an applicant is accepted will apply only to their first semester at Covenant. A student’s Covenant College In addition to the items listed above, international students should grade point average will determine the enrollment status for sub- complete a Supplemental Application for Admission and a For- sequent semesters. The Covenant grade point average is computed eign Student Financial Aid Application (including a Certification only for courses taken at Covenant College. of Finances). Since we cannot issue paperwork for a student visa without a guarantee of finances, we will not process an interna- tional student’s Application for Admission until we have received Confirmation of Acceptance a written guarantee that the student’s finances will be covered while he or she is a student at Covenant. To confirm acceptance to the college, the student should send a International students whose native language is not English and $200 deposit to be applied toward his or her first semester ex- who cannot take the SAT or ACT should present a minimum penses. This deposit will reserve a space on campus and continue score of 540 (paper-based) or 207 (computer-based) on the Test to reserve the student’s financial aid package, if one has already of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Information about been awarded. Deposits are due by May 1 for the fall semester the TOEFL may be obtained from the admissions office or from and November 1 for the spring semester or within thirty days of the Educational Testing Service, Box 899, Princeton, NJ 08540, acceptance for those who are accepted after the deposit deadline. USA. If, for some reason, a student should cancel after paying a deposit, one-half of the deposit ($100) will be refunded if a written re- quest is received by June 1 for the fall semester. One-fourth of the Admission Status deposit ($50) will be refunded if a written request is received be- tween June 2 and July 1. Refunds cannot be made after July 1. Once all necessary information has been received, the application will be evaluated for acceptance. Covenant College does not dis- criminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or handicap. Advanced Placement, International The evaluation of a completed application will result in one of Baccalaureate and CLEP Credits five decisions: full acceptance, acceptance on limited load, accep- tance on academic probation, acceptance as a special student, or A maximum of 30 hours of transfer credit may be earned by Ad- denial. The committee may apply other conditions of enrollment vanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and/or as deemed necessary. Supplemental information may also be re- College Level Examination Program (CLEP) examinations. In- quested when necessary before action is taken. formation on the credit issued for a specific examination is avail- Full Acceptancecceptance: The candidate is accepted as a degree-seeking able from the Office of Records. Credit by examination will not student and may enroll for up to 17 hours for the first semester. be given for courses in which students have already earned college Limited LoadLoad: The candidate is accepted as a degree-seeking credit. student but is restricted to a maximum of 14 hours for the first Students enrolled in the Educational Testing Service’s college- semester. The candidate will also be required to enroll in the one- level AP Program courses in secondary schools will be given credit hour course College Life (GE 131). for courses in which they earn a score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Examinations. Students enrolled in the IB Program courses in sec-

10 Admissions ondary schools will be given credit for courses in which they earn institutional financial assistance. Students can enroll in a maxi- a score of 5, 6 or 7 on the Higher Level Examinations only. mum of 14 hours per semester, and their involvement in extracur- Credit may be earned in the CLEP Program sponsored by the ricular activities may be restricted. Normally, dual enrollment stu- College Entrance Examination Board. Credit will be given for dents will not be eligible for on-campus housing. Call the Office subject examinations only on the basis of qualifying scores, and of Records for information. the demonstration of writing proficiency when an essay is required. Special Students Covenant Placement Testing Program On a limited basis, the college will admit students who have al- All entering freshmen who wish to bypass core courses must take ready earned a high school diploma or higher degrees for enroll- Covenant’s placement tests. English, foreign language and math- ment on a special status. These special students will not be admit- ematics proficiency exams are administered during freshman ori- ted to the degree program of the college and will be permitted to entation. enroll in classes based on available seats in the class. Special stu- dents who wish to become a degree-seeking candidates must com- Dual Enrollment of High School Students plete the standard admissions application before consideration of acceptance. Special students pay the regular tuition rate but are Students who have not yet earned a high school diploma may be not eligible for federal, state or institutional financial assistance. permitted to enroll in classes where there are available seats if the Students can enroll in a maximum of 14 hours per semester, and following requirements are met. Any student enrolled under this their involvement in extracurricular activities may be restricted. program would have to offer a credible profession of faith in Jesus Normally, special students will not be eligible for on-campus hous- Christ as Savior and Lord and agree to abide by the Covenant ing. Call the Office of Records for information. College Standards of Conduct. The student must be actively pursuing a high school diploma and submit a current high school transcript. The student must be enrolled in a recognized public or private high school, or be pur- Transient Students suing an acceptable home school secondary program with a high school class standing of junior or senior level. Students who are enrolled in another college or university and do The student must show evidence of being an able student not wish to transfer to Covenant College and seek a degree may through standardized test scores, with at least one such test hav- enroll as transient students. Enrollment under this condition is ing been taken within twelve months of the time of enrolling in a usually for one semester and students are usually enrolled in courses Covenant College course. Dual enrollment would require a com- that will transfer to another institution and apply toward degree bined SAT score of 1100, or a composite ACT score of 24. For requirements. A letter indicating that the student is in good stand- the Test of Achievement and Proficiency (TAP) or other nation- ing (eligible to return) must be sent to the Office of Admissions ally recognized standardized tests, a national stanine of 7 or higher from either the registrar or academic dean of the student’s present is required in the general area of the course to be taken at Cov- institution. A transient student cannot receive institutional finan- enant. When the TAP or other standardized high school tests other cial assistance from Covenant and cannot be on any type of aca- than the SAT or ACT are used to meet this requirement, there demic or disciplinary restriction, warning or action such as pro- must be scores from two separate test dates, with one test being at bation, suspension or dismissal. If a transient student wishes to a level 16 or higher. Other standardized tests will be considered continue enrollment past the initial semester, an additional letter on a case-by-case basis. All prerequisites for specific courses to be of good standing may be required. taken at Covenant must be met. Dual enrollment applicants will be required to write an essay to explain their motivation for dual enrollment at Covenant. This Covenant Fellow Program essay should also outline their prior course work in the areas of study desired and demonstrate writing skills to meet the demands The Covenant Fellow Program was established to encourage a of college level course work. The instructor (or instructors, in the spirit of continued education. This program allows four and five case of a student enrolling in more than one course) will be in- year graduates of Covenant College to enroll in traditional under- volved in the evaluation of the application, and the consent of graduate classroom courses without the payment of tuition if seats each instructor is required. are available in the classes following registration. These hours may Dual enrollment students who wish to become a degree-seek- also apply toward an additional major or minor. Grades earned in ing candidate must complete the standard admissions application these classes will impact the student’s cumulative grade point av- before consideration of acceptance. Dual enrollment students pay erage but will not alter the academic honors designation awarded the regular tuition rate but are not eligible for federal, state or at graduation.

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Graduates are limited to six hours per semester under the Cov- the estimated family contribution which is determined from the enant Fellow Program. Registration for more than six hours per FAFSA. semester, and registration for May term courses, master degree Students may complete an electronic FAFSA on the Internet at: programs, summer or correspondence courses will be charged at http://www.fafsa.gov, but please print out a copy for us in the the respective published student tuition rate. Graduates must pay event the electronic file is delayed. If submitting a written FAFSA, all other college and course-related fees, purchase texts and other mail the original in the envelope provided and send a photocopy required course materials, complete daily assignments, and take to Covenant. Because it takes four to six weeks for the govern- examinations. Covenant Fellows are not eligible for institutional ment to process the forms, we work from the photocopy to give financial assistance. an estimated financial aid award. The FAFSA is based on the fam- Graduates of the Masters of Education program may also enroll ily income from the preceding calendar year. It cannot be com- in courses without payment of tuition if seats are available in the pleted until after January 1. In the awarding of assistance pack- classes following registration; graduates may enroll in no more ages, priority is given to accepted students whose FAFSA copies than six hours of instruction per year. These hours may apply and Covenant application for aid are received before March 1 for toward a second specialization. Graduates must pay all other col- the fall semester and November 1 for the spring semester. Addi- lege and course-related fees, purchase texts and other required tional information concerning the policies of financial assistance materials, complete assignments, and take examinations. Priority are available from the student financial planning office. in housing is given to degree candidates, but is made available to Planning is the key to establishing a thorough financial plan. A Covenant Fellows whenever possible. student must first be accepted for admission before being con- Covenant Fellows are also encouraged to participate in the many sidered for financial assistance. The admissions application, Cov- spiritual, intellectual, social, and cultural programs which charac- enant Financial Aid Application, and a FAFSA will serve as a terize Covenant College. student’s application for financial assistance unless a separate ap- plication is requested for a particular scholarship listed below. In- vestigate the sources, note the priority or application deadlines, Auditors and apply as early as possible. A student must make satisfactory academic progress to con- Persons who do not wish to register for credit or as special stu- tinue to receive aid. dents may be permitted to register as auditors under the following conditions: that they (1) pay the auditing charges for the courses in which they seek enrollment and the regular fees (no additional Verification fee for students registered for a full-time credit load); (2) obtain the consent of the instructor; and (3) audit only courses for which The Department of Education selects an average of 30 percent of there are adequate classroom and laboratory facilities. Auditing all aid applicants for a process called verification. When the De- does not require completion of assignments or examinations. At- partment of Education has processed a student’s FAFSA, they will tendance is required or a student will be dropped from the class send the student a printout called a Student Aid Report. If a stu- roll. All permissions and registrations for auditing courses shall be dent has also been chosen for verification, we will send the stu- filed in the Office of Records. dent an additional form which must be completed and sent to us along with a copy of the previous year’s tax returns.

Institutional Assistance from Covenant

A student must be enrolled for at least 12 credit hours per semes- ter to receive institutional assistance for that semester. If a student’s enrollment status changes after an assistance package has been awarded, that package may also be changed according to the in- Financial Planning stitutional policies and federal regulations. The Office of Student Financial Planning is ready to assist stu- Tuition Funded Grants and Scholarships dents and parents in the development of a financial assistance plan. Athletic Scholarships: These awards are based on contribution Each student must complete the Covenant College Applica- to the athletic program. Scholarships are available for men in bas- tion for Aid to receive any aid at Covenant. For those students ketball, cross country, and soccer and for women in basketball, wanting to be considered for financial aid based on need, a Free cross country, soccer, and volleyball. All awards are made by the Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be submitted. coach of the respective sport and approved by the athletic direc- Financial need is the difference between the cost of education and tor. Awards must be accepted by the student based on a signed

12 FinancialPlanning award acceptance agreement describing the scholarship guidelines. Joe B. Alexander Scholarships: Initiated in 1985 by Joe and To be considered for a scholarship, students should contact the Virginia Alexander. Awarded to deserving students from Arkan- appropriate coach. Priority deadline is February 1. sas and Texas.

Church Scholarship Promise (CSP) Grants: If a church gave Sandra Barker Memorial Art Scholarship: In memory of Mrs. $10 per member to the college during the 1999 calendar year, any Sandra Barker, this scholarship is for an art student. student from that church will receive a grant of $1,000 for the 2000-2001 academic year. If the student from the church meets Barnes Scholarship: Established in 1998 by the Hopewell Foun- the priority deadline for financial aid and has a 3.0 grade point dation of Rock Hill, South Carolina, for students demonstrating average (high school or college, whichever is applicable), the col- leadership potential and honorable character who are enrolled in lege will also meet 100 percent of demonstrated financial need a bachelor’s degree program in computer science or business. The (up to the cost of tuition) determined by the Free Application For recipient must be from South Carolina with priority given to resi- Student Aid in a combination of grants, scholarships, loans, and dents of York or Lancaster County and must have completed at work. Churches may also give more per member and the student least 30 hours at Covenant College. will receive a higher benefit. If the giving is $20 per member, each student receives $1,500; if $30 per member, each students re- Barrows Scholarships: Established by Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Bar- ceives $2,000, and if $40 per member, each students receives rows of Lookout Mountain and awarded to students with demon- $2,500. The student must be a member of the church by the end strated financial need. of the calendar year to receive the grant. Bates Scholarship: Given in memory of former student Danny Covenant College Grants: These awards are based on financial Bates. Recipients are selected by the Department of Student De- need and are funded by Covenant. velopment based on Christian character.

Diversity Scholarship: These scholarships are available to stu- Brock Scholarships: Established in 1986 by Mrs. W.E. Brock, dents who are culturally or ethnically diverse. These funds are Jr., these are need-based scholarships for students demonstrating limited, and a separate application is required. The deadline is an earnest desire to succeed. They must work hard in school and February 1. demonstrate initiative and leadership ability in activities such as athletics, student government, music, drama or publications. These Presidential Scholarships: These awards start at $1,000 and are scholarships will be awarded to a recipient for consecutive years as given to the top 20 percent of students in each class. For entering long as a 2.5 or better grade point average is maintained. freshmen these scholarships are based on the application for ad- mission process. All material submitted—transcripts, scores, ref- Dora Maclellan Brown Endowed Scholarship: Begun in 1980 erences and interview—determine the scholarship. For returning by the Dora Maclellan Brown Charitable Trust. Awarded to stu- students these awards are based on cumulative grade point aver- dents with financial need. age, demonstrated leadership, Christian commitment, extracur- ricular activities, and work experience. A separate application is James Buswell Music Scholarships: The music department required for returning students. For new students the admissions awards these scholarships based on a student’s musical perform- file must be complete. The deadline is February 1. ance abilities. These scholarships have been provided in the name of noted violinist James Buswell by Robert and Katherine Case of Music Scholarships: Awarded based on contribution to the mu- Ellensburg, Washington. sic department, these scholarships are assigned by the music de- partment. An audition is required and should be scheduled with Jac Chambliss Scholarships: Established in 1987, for business the music department. Priority deadline is February 1. majors demonstrating leadership, character, compassion, intellect, wit, and business acumen. Jac Chambliss was a Chattanooga at- Officer’s Scholarships: The Student Senate president, vice presi- torney who exemplified these characteristics and contributed much dent, secretary, treasurer, Campus Activities Board, class presidents to the lives of others and the community. and Spiritual Affairs chairpersons receive officer’s scholarships. Gordon H. Clark Philosophy Scholarship: Established in 1992 Endowed and Annual Scholarships by Robert and Katherine Case. Awarded to a philosophy major or Priority is given to returning students for endowed and restricted minor. The student must exhibit a sincere, mature Christian com- scholarships. mitment and desire to integrate faith and life. The student will be selected by the philosophy department faculty.

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Community Foundation of Greater ChattanoogaChattanooga: To assist low- Covenant, to perpetuate the ideal of his Christian example and income students from the Chattanooga area or other low-income dedicated service to Covenant College. These scholarships are to students. Priority given to African-American students. assist students in mathematics and the sciences.

Dean’s Scholarship: For students who have earned or are expected Daniel Ashley Jewell Jr. Scholarships: Initiated in 1976 by Mrs. to earn a significant portion of their educational costs, who are Vera Jewell in honor of her late husband, a pioneering business- active in civic and religious causes, are active in campus activities, man in Northwest Georgia. Recipients are students in business and who have earned a "B" average. A separate application is re- administration and economics with financial need, a minimum quired. grade point average of 2.5, and a minimum of 30 semester hours of course work. Gilbert den Dulk Scholarships: Initiated in 1983 by Dr. Gil- bert den Dulk for students from the West Coast with financial Kevin Koonce Scholarship: Established in 1990 in memory of need. Mr. Kevin Koonce, a graduate of the pre-medical program, class of 1985, this scholarship is awarded to a pre-medical junior or Edwards Scholarship: Established in 1992 by Mr. Benjamin senior with aspirations and ability to succeed in medical school. Edwards of St. Louis, Missouri. Recipients are selected from stu- dents in business administration and economics who demonstrate Lake Sherwood OPC Scholarship: A four-year scholarship for financial need, maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5 deserving students from this Orlando, Florida, church. Preference and have completed a minimum of 30 hours of semester work. is given to students whose parents are in full or part-time minis- try. Martin and Barbara Essenburg Scholarship: Established in 1987 by Dr. and Mrs. Martin Essenburg and awarded to international Hugh M. Linton Memorial Scholarship: Established by Mr. students or missionary children. Dr. Essenburg served as presi- Nelson Hard in memory of Mr. Hugh M. Linton, missionary to dent of Covenant College from 1978 to 1987. Korea, who died on the field. Recipient must be a foreign na- tional or a child of missionaries. The applicant must be intending Faith Reformed Presbyterian Church of Quarryville: Estab- to enter government service, the pastorate, or the mission field in lished by the members of Faith Reformed Presbyterian Church of the medical, education, pastoral or “tent-making” profession. The Quarryville, Pennsylvania, to encourage their young people to go applicant must be fluent in at least two languages. to Covenant College. Jim Luikart Art Scholarship: Established in 1973 by Mr. and Finch Scholarship: Established by the Harold Finch family and Mrs. Max Luikart in memory of their son Jim. Recipients will be awarded to students from Tennessee or Georgia with a minimum in the art program with financial need. grade point average of 3.0. Maclellan Scholars Program: This program is designed to rec- Gally Scholarships: Established in 1980 in memory of Christian ognize and encourage academic and leadership endeavors. Selec- businessman and philanthropist Mr. Don Gally of Knoxville, Ten- tion for this four-year, 60 percent tuition (based on 12-18 hours nessee. Recipients must produce a grade point average of 3.0 or of tuition) scholarship is based on Christian commitment, scho- better and demonstrate financial need. Scholarships may be lastic achievement, demonstration of leadership ability, and extra- awarded for several years while a student works to defray college curricular activities. To apply, students must be a first-time fresh- expenses. man, have a minimum SAT of 1240 (or ACT of 28) and a high school grade point average of 3.5. Contact the admissions office Dean Gill Scholarship: Established in 1991 by Mr. and Mrs. for an application. The completed application must be received Carter Paden in honor of Dean Gill. Given to two students yearly by January 15. Seven men and seven women will be chosen as who are well organized, have a sense of purpose and an aura of scholars for the 2001-2002 academic year. leadership. Candidates must be at sophomore level or above with a minimum grade point average of 3.0. The scholarships are des- McDonald Scholarship: Created by the bequest of Mr. John R. ignated for pre-engineering students. H. McDonald of Chattanooga, a long-time supporter of the col- lege. The scholarship is intended to encourage Christian leaders Miss Hamilton County Scholarship: A $2,000 scholarship for during their study at Covenant. The award is based on financial the winner of Miss Hamilton County, if she chooses to attend need. Priority may be given to African-Americans. Covenant. Mephibosheth Scholarship: This scholarship, endowed by Fel- Harrison Hughes Scholarships: Established in 1970 in memory lowship Homes of Hawthorne, New Jersey, is for physically chal- of Mr. H. Harrison Hughes, assistant professor of mathematics at

14 FinancialPlanning lenged students. It is named for Jonathan’s crippled son, Federally Funded Programs Administered Mephibosheth, who dined at King David’s table. by Covenant Donald Andrew Mouritzen Memorial Athletic Award: Estab- A student must complete a FAFSA to be eligible for federal assis- lished in 1967 by the family of Mr. Donald Andrew Mouritzen, tance in that semester. If any federal program is included in a who was killed in action in Vietnam. This award is presented to student’s award package, the total award (federal, institutional and an upperclassman who has made a significant contribution to the private funds) cannot exceed the financial need level determined athletic program. by the FAFSA, except for unsubsidized loans.

Roy H. Park Scholarship: Established in 1999 by the Park Foun- Federal College Work Study Program dation in honor of Mr. Roy H. Park. This program is administered through the Student Work Programs Office and provides priority work opportunities for students with Milton M. Ratner Scholarships: Initiated in 1979 by the Milton financial need. The amount of a student’s Work Study (WS) is M. Ratner Foundation to provide assistance for financially needy awarded by the Office of Student Financial Planning as part of students. the student’s financial aid award package. A “Work Study Placement Information Sheet” is included with George Coventry Roughgarden and Nita Schmidt the Covenant College Application for Aid. Students interested in Roughgarden Scholarship: Established in 1994 to assist students WS are instructed to complete this form, listing their preferences with financial need. for WS positions. Positions are available in many departments of the college, as well as off-campus jobs (for those with cars) in Minnie Rothstein Scholarship: Established by Mr. Harvey federally-defined community service areas. Based on the informa- Rothstein, a Maryland businessman, in honor of his mother. The tion provided, students will be assigned to a specific job and noti- recipient must receive parental support of less than 20 percent of fied of the assignment through a summer mailing. the cost of a Covenant education. The student should have an inquiring mind, a servant’s heart, and the willingness to pursue a Federal Pell Grants rigorous, quality education. Prospective students must have a rec- To apply for a Pell Grant, the student must indicate on the FAFSA ommendation from their pastor (in the case of entering students) and qualify based on need determined by a federal formula. or their faculty advisor (in the case of present students). The dead- line is March 10. Federal Perkins Loans These low-interest loans are repayable starting nine months after Rush Scholarships: Established in 1985 by Miss Ruby Rush in the student leaves college. These loans are given primarily to fresh- honor of her mother to assist students with financial need. men and sophomores to supplement Federal Stafford Loans.

Francis and Edith Schaeffer Scholarship: Donated in the name Federal Stafford Loans of the Schaeffers by Robert and Katherine Case for a Biblical Stud- This federal program allows students to borrow money directly ies student. Separate application required. from banks and other lending institutions. This loan is based on financial need with the maximum loan amount regulated by the Mina Grundish Simpson Scholarships: Established in 1978 by federal government. For a freshman the maximum is currently her husband, Mr. H. C. Simpson, these scholarships are for music $2,625, for a sophomore $3,500, and for a junior or senior it is majors. Academic proficiency, talent, and financial need are con- $5,500. This low interest loan is repayable after the student leaves sidered. college. A 3 percent origination fee will always be assessed. Each loan will be split into two disbursements, with the second dis- Trotter Scholarship: Awarded to students who teach in the inner bursement half way through the loan period. The procedure for city (Priority is given to Master of Education students). applying for loans is sent with the award letter.

Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Scholarship: The Lettie Pate Federal Unsubsidized Loans Whitehead Foundation is dedicated to the support of needy women Students, regardless of financial need, can borrow at the same level in nine southeastern states. and interest rates as the Stafford Loan. Students will be charged interest while in school, during the six month grace period, and John Young Scholarship: Initiated in 1986 to honor Dr. John during deferment periods. Young, who retired in 1981 following fourteen years of service to Covenant College. Granted to a senior exemplifying the attributes of scholarship and Christian action. The recipient must demon- strate commitment to both Christian word and deed.

15 FinancialPlanning Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Cross-cultural Experiences Grants (SEOG) These grants are given to Pell Grant recipients and those with the Students may receive financial aid, with the exceptions of work greatest financial need. study and athletic or music scholarships, for an approved semes- ter abroad program. All billing must be done through Covenant. Students must have their previous semester bill paid in full before Other Sources of Financial Assistance any charges will be paid to another institution. See the section regarding off-campus studies for more information (pages 29-31). Local Foundations and Organizations The most often overlooked sources of funding are local founda- tions and civic organizations in your area. Clubs like the Rotary Veterans’ Benefits and Kiwanis Clubs and even some employers offer grant, scholar- ship and loan programs which are available but must be investi- Covenant is approved to disburse veterans benefits to students gated. Your high school guidance counselor may know of other who qualify. An Application for Benefits or Transfer of Benefits local sources, but the best resource is the Internet. You may con- and a copy of the DD214 is required. tact Covenant College for web sites that students find helpful to locate outside sources. The Billing Program Federal PLUS Loans These loans are based on credit criteria rather than financial need Payment for each semester is due thirty days after the first day of and are made to the parents of dependent students. A variable classes. Students may pay the balance on a monthly basis with an interest rate is determined in June of every year. Repayment be- interest fee assessed at the end of each month. Bills must be paid gins upon disbursement of the check. Each loan will be divided in full by the end of the semester before a student can register for into two disbursements. Parents may borrow up to the cost of the a subsequent semester. college, less any aid already awarded. Georgia Hope Scholarship Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy These scholarships are given to students who graduate from an approved Georgia High School in 1996 or after with a GPA of Federal regulations mandate colleges to establish standards of sat- 3.0. The student must maintain a 3.0 to continue to receive the isfactory academic progress for students receiving financial assis- scholarship. tance. These standards are also applicable to institutional funds to maintain a consistent policy for all students. A student will be Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant eligible to receive financial assistance for up to ten semesters as a These grants are based on residency in Georgia for twelve months full-time student as long as all other requirements are met for prior to college entrance. A student must be enrolled as a full- satisfactory progress. time student and complete a grant application available from the Satisfactory progress for students will be determined at the end student financial planning office. of each academic year and will require that students have com- pleted a minimum of 25 semester units. In addition, students must Ty Cobb Education Scholarships have earned the minimum cumulative grade point average desig- Students are eligible to apply for these scholarships if they are nated for their class standing. See Satisfactory Progress Require- residents of Georgia, are not married, and have completed at least ments under Academic Information. Students attempting fewer two semesters of B quality or higher in an accredited college. The than twelve units will be required to complete satisfactorily the scholarships range from $450 to $1,000 to students who have number of units attempted each semester. Remedial courses do financial need. Applications may be requested from: not count toward academic progress. Financial assistance will be terminated if it is determined that Ty Cobb Educational Scholarship the student has failed to demonstrate satisfactory progress as de- P.O. Box 725 scribed. Students may enroll in the May term or correspondence Forest Park, GA 30051 courses to raise their cumulative grade point average and to earn a sufficient number of units to be eligible for financial assistance for the following academic year. Correspondence Courses and May Term Failing to show satisfactory academic progress does not pre- clude enrollment at Covenant College; students may appeal to There is no financial aid available for these courses. the Academic Standards Committee to be re-admitted. However, financial assistance will not be reinstated until such time as satis-

16 Registration factory progress is demonstrated. Students who believe assistance grams of study. Students who carry twelve or more units are con- has been terminated unjustly or who have extenuating circum- sidered full-time students. stances may appeal to the director of student financial planning. If the appeal cannot be resolved at that level, students may appeal to the Student Financial Planning Committee. Dropping or Changing Courses

Students who wish to withdraw from a course or change enroll- Part-Time Employment ment from one course to another must have the express permis- sion of the registrar. Students withdrawing from a course after the Part-time employment in the nearby communities is available to last day to drop a course (following distribution of mid-semester many students. Some students earn only a few dollars under the grade reports) will receive the mark W, if at the time of with- part-time work program, while other students earn a significant drawal their average mark in the course is passing, or the mark F part of their college expenses. The college cannot guarantee off- if their average mark is failing. A fee will be charged for all class campus employment to any of its students but offers assistance in changes after the first week of classes unless the circumstances obtaining part-time jobs. Positions are posted by the Career Coun- requiring the change are beyond the control of the student. This seling Office. includes dropping or adding a course and changing from or to audit or pass/fail.

Withdrawal from the College

Students desiring to withdraw from school before the end of a semester must notify the Dean of Students and process an official withdrawal clearance form available in the student development Registration office. Privacy Rights of Students Orientation The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) During the first week of the fall term, new students arrive on was designated to protect the privacy of education records, to es- campus ahead of upperclassmen for a special program of orienta- tablish the right of students to inspect and review their education tion. In this period, they will begin The Christian Mind course, records, and to provide guidelines for the correction of inaccurate take placement tests, attend lectures on student life and tradi- or misleading data through informal and formal hearings. The tions, become acquainted with campus facilities, participate in college intends to uphold the letter and the spirit of the Family social gatherings and complete their registration. Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1972 while at the same time upholding biblical relationships and responsibilities of the family and legal guardian. Students also have the right to file com- Registration Rules plaints with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Of- fice (FERPA) concerning alleged failures by the college to comply All students will be expected to register during the regular regis- with the Act. tration periods at the beginning of each semester. Late registra- The college’s Institutional Policy Concerning Privacy Rights of tion will entail a fee of $30. Students explains in detail the procedures to be used by the col- lege for compliance with the provisions of the act. Copies of the policy can be secured in the Office of Records. This office also Course Load maintains a directory of records which lists all education records maintained on students by the college. Questions concerning the Regularly enrolled students will normally carry between twelve Family Education Rights and Privacy Act may be referred to the and eighteen credit units per semester. Students will not be al- Office of Records. lowed to register for more than nineteen units without special Covenant designates the following categories of student infor- permission. Those students whose class work is below standard, mation as public or “directory information.” Such information or who find it necessary to be employed for more than twenty may be disclosed by the institution for any purpose at its discre- hours of work each week, may be required to reduce their pro- tion:

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Category I Name, address, telephone number, email address, The Standards of Conduct dates of attendance, class. Category II Previous institution(s) attended, major field of study, Living According to Biblical Teaching awards, honors, degrees conferred (including dates). As a student at Covenant College, you are to promote and en- Category III Past and present participation in officially recognized hance community living and academic inquiry by living accord- sports and activities, physical factors (height, weight ing to biblical teachings. Students must conduct themselves in a way of athletes), date and place of birth. which reflects a commitment to holy living: doing what the Bible requires, abstaining from what the Bible forbids, and carefully dis- Currently enrolled students may withhold disclosure of any cat- cerning the will of God in every area of life. egory of information under the Family Educational Rights and Students at Covenant are to practice all the virtues taught in Privacy Act of 1974. To withhold disclosure, written notification the Scriptures such as: self-discipline, modesty, patience and hon- must be received in the Office of Records prior to September 15 esty and are expected to worship in a local church regularly. each year, or February 1 for students entering the college in the Students are also required to abstain from all activities which spring semester. Forms requesting the withholding of “directory violate Biblical teachings such as: theft, drunkenness, slanderous information” are in the Office of Records. or profane language, all forms of dishonesty including cheating, Covenant assumes that failure on the part of any student to and sexual sins (such as premarital sex, adultery, homosexual be- request specifically the withholding of categories of “directory in- havior and the use or possession of obscene or pornographic ma- formation” indicates individual approval for disclosure. terial). Students must reject all sinful attitudes such as greed, jeal- ousy, pride, lust and prejudice against those of a different race, gender, socio-economic status, etc. Additionally, students are to use wisdom and Christ-like discre- tion in the application of Biblical principles to decisions regard- ing all areas of life such as: the involvement with various forms of media, all non-college organizations, social interaction (including dance) and the physical expression of intimacy in relationships. When students are off campus, they should select places of busi- ness, organizations, or events that would promote and support Student Development the Standards of Conduct. Students are expected to use discretion by avoiding events that are not primarily for Christ-like edifica- The Office of Student Development provides essential services to tion and social interaction. Students should avoid, and encourage the achievement of Covenant’s educational goals. Student devel- one another to avoid, dancing in places of business, events or or- opment is responsible to develop a co-curricular community that ganizations that primarily exist to serve alcohol, encourage lewd enhances academic inquiry, provides a safe campus environment behavior or inappropriate physical intimacy and/or sexual behav- in which to live and study and designs co-curricular opportunities ior. that seek to educate students personally, socially, physically, voca- The Scriptures call us to obey the authorities which have been tionally and intellectually—all of which are areas of spiritual placed over us in the civil government. All students are required growth. Student development provides the following services: resi- to uphold local, state and federal law except on the rare occasions dence life, health services, career development services, counsel- when compliance with the civil authority may be in conflict with ing services, chapel, student government, intercollegiate athletics the Scriptures. Students violating any civil law such as: possession and intramurals. of illegal substances, underage drinking, illegal possession of fire- The Office of Student Development upholds the College’s stan- arms, physical or verbal harassment, gambling, copyright viola- dards of conduct. This code of conduct requires all students to tions, illegal entry, the possession, sale and use of fireworks, etc., model Christ’s preeminence in every area of life. Prior to accep- may be referred to the civil authorities for prosecution, and may tance as a student at Covenant, students must declare a personal also be subject to disciplinary action by the college. testimony of Christ’s redeeming work in their lives and commit to Students found not living according to the Biblical teachings abiding by and promoting these standards of conduct. The Stan- will receive disciplinary action from the college. The college rec- dards of Conduct are maintained by the Student Senate of Cov- ognizes that some breeches of the Biblical teachings are best enant College and approved by the President’s Council and the handled through punitive discipline, some by extended counsel- Board of Trustees. The Standards have undergone revisions in 1992 ing or involvement with an outside agency or church and others and 2000. Covenant, as a community of students and scholars, by informal admonishment. The college reserves the right to handle enthusiastically endorses and recruits students who will live by each situation in the manner which it deems to be most effective the following standards of conduct. for the correction and development of the individual(s) involved, as well as in the best interest of the college community.

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Observing the Interests of the Larger College discernible signs of alcohol or tobacco use, even if this alcohol use Community occurred in the presence of the students’ parents or church. As a student at Covenant College, you are to promote and en- Married or independent commuters are to exercise discre- hance community living and academic inquiry by observing the tion regarding participation in the use of alcohol and tobacco. interests of the larger college community. The college believes that Students who meet all three of the following qualifications will be there are some practices which, though they may not necessarily go expected to exercise discretion regarding the use of tobacco and against specific biblical teachings, are not in the best interest of others alcohol off campus. The student must be: A) Of legal age; B) in our community. Living off campus; and C) Either married OR financially inde- Students are prohibited at all times — whether they are on or pendent from his/her legal guardians (as defined by federal guide- off the campus — from the possession and use of alcohol and/or lines). tobacco. These students may not possess alcohol or tobacco on campus, The college does, however, recognize certain situations in which may not come on campus while exhibiting any discernible signs a student or the college may choose to exercise discretion regard- of alcohol use, and may not use or possess alcohol or tobacco in ing the use of alcohol or tobacco. These situations are outlined in the presence of students who are still under the college’s restric- the section regarding “Situation Where Discretion May Be Exer- tions. cised.” Students on college-sponsored trips to some foreign cul- tures may be allowed, at the college’s discretion, to use alco- Living According to Campus Rules hol in certain designated situations. Because societal attitudes As a student at Covenant College, you are to promote and en- and expectations regarding the use of alcohol varies greatly from hance community living and academic inquiry by living accord- country to country, and because foreign visits often involve cer- ing to campus rules. The college campus must be orderly, safe and emonial partaking of alcohol, the college does not wish to insist conducive to living and working. that students abstain from alcohol on all college sponsored trips The college has established rules and guidelines with which all to foreign cultures. Rather, prior to each trip, the faculty leader students are required to comply whenever they are on campus. will decide whether or not consumption will be permitted and Most of these are outlined in the Residence Hall Manual which under which circumstances. If it is to be allowed, letters of con- includes guidelines for quiet study hours in the residence halls sent will be collected from the parents or legal guardians of each and safety guidelines such as no firearms and/or open flames on participant who intends to drink. campus without expressed permission from one of the resident directors or a student dean. Students are also required to obey rules set by other various departments, like the library, and must Practical Service comply with all safety guidelines outlined by the Physical Plant. Our Savior taught us that to be an effective leader, one must first Situations Where Discretion May Be Exercised be a willing servant. Thus, we believe that Christianity establishes All students are to exercise discretion regarding the use of alcohol the dignity of labor, and the Reformed faith, in particular, em- and tobacco whenever: phasizes our duty to serve God in a variety of callings. To this end, They are away from the college community for official Covenant has established the Practical Service Program. breaks. Students who do not live in college-owned housing dur- Practical service is intended to serve a twofold purpose: 1) to ing college breaks (Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break, Christmas help those participating in it to develop an attitude of servanthood Break, Spring Break, and Summer Break) are not required to ab- and responsibility; 2) to assist the college in holding down operat- stain from tobacco or alcohol. However, even over breaks the col- ing costs by assigning students to support positions that would lege does not permit students to violate biblical directives or civil otherwise have to be filled by paid employees. authorities by getting drunk or by drinking under the legal age. Full-time students, excluding seniors and married students, are Students who violate these rules may still be subject to discipline required to perform practical service as part of the graduation re- by the college. quirement. All freshmen are assigned to B.E.S.T. (housekeeping) They are under the authority of their parents or of their for their service area. Sophomores are encouraged to request a church. Restrictions regarding the use of alcohol and tobacco will service area in a college department such as athletics, assisting not apply to students who are participating in a sponsored, ap- professors or staff members, maintenance shops, etc. Juniors are proved and supervised activity of a local church with which they encouraged to request assignment either to a service area within are affiliated or when students are accompanied by their parents the college community or a college-based ministry. Full listings of in an off-campus setting. Parents do not have the authority, though, service areas are available in the Student Development office. to allow students to violate a biblical directive by getting drunk or Sophomores and juniors will be expected to engage in not more to violate civil laws pertaining to underage use of controlled sub- than 45 hours per semester (an average of 3 hours weekly), while stances. Also, students may not come to campus exhibiting any freshmen will be expected to engage in not more than 30 hours per semester (an average of 2 hours weekly). Actual hours obliga-

19 Student Development tions will be communicated to the student during the registration Grievance Procedures process. Students who do not fulfill their practical service obliga- tion will be subject to disciplinary procedures up to, and includ- Our goal is to provide an educational atmosphere in which it is ing, suspension. easy to make right choices. We want to be a community where Practical service is administered through the Student Develop- there is “peer pressure” toward doing the right things. ment office. Complete policies and procedures regarding practi- Students may become involved in situations that result in a con- cal service are listed in the Practical Service Programs Handbook, flict with a member of the faculty, staff, or administration. Fol- which is made available to students during the registration pro- lowing the spirit of Matthew 18, the following steps should be cess. taken. If the student is unsatisfied with the result of the confron- tation, the student should proceed to the next suggested step until the problem is resolved. If the student is satisfied with the resolu- Multicultural Services tion, then the grievance process should come to an end.

Covenant is committed to multicultural education that is rooted Step one: Speak to the individual privately to correct the wrong. in the best of Reformed and evangelical traditions. We are creat- ing an environment in which everyone can live, study, and work Step two: If the grievance is not corrected from a one-on-one cooperatively and where multiple cultures and ethnic backgrounds meeting, the student should ask that a follow-up are valued and differences are respected. Covenant’s goal is to help meeting with the individual involved in the conflict students become global Christians by becoming a truly and the immediate supervisor. multicultural, multiracial Christian institution. It is our goal to educate all students regardless of their culture Step three: If the grievance is not corrected at this point, the or ethnic background in such a way that they will possess the student should follow the normal organizational skills, knowledge and values that will enable them to live respon- chain of command until the problem is resolved. If sibly and serve effectively in a rapidly changing pluralistic world. the organizational “chain” is not evident, then a To provide an atmosphere where multicultural learning experi- student should seek assistance from the Director of ence can occur both on and off campus is a challenging task that Human Resources, the academic dean or a student is vitally important to our college community. dean to clarify the process of confrontation. Exposing our students to multicultural Christian leaders through our chapel program is one way that this atmosphere is nurtured Some grievance resolutions may require a disciplinary confron- on campus. tation of attitudes or actions that are in violation of biblical and During Black History month, focus is given to the historical college standards. and cultural achievements and contributions of African-Ameri- Disciplinary hearings follow established and regular proceed- cans. ings which are covered in detail in the Student Handbook. Actions A core requirement for graduation is that each student partici- taken toward a student in violation of college rules can range from pate in a cross-cultural experience. Students experiencing a cul- a written reprimand to suspension or expulsion from the college. ture first hand gain a much broader knowledge and appreciation Any student receiving disciplinary action has the right to ap- of cultural diversity. Some students may choose to participate in peal the initial disciplinary decision to the next higher level of study-abroad programs. Another key program in helping students administration. Appeals of decisions made by the dean of stu- learn and appreciate cultural diversity is Break on Impact, a pro- dents or designated appointee are referred to the Joint Judicial gram where students may choose to spend their spring break work- Committee. Made up of students, faculty, and staff, this body is ing within another culture inside or outside the United States. chaired by the vice president of the Student Senate, and has the On the basis of a common faith commitment, we believe we authority to lessen, strengthen, or maintain the earlier disciplin- can succeed in achieving cultural diversity where secular colleges ary decision. have failed. Some of the chapel programs and classes offered are Decisions of the Joint Judicial Committee may be appealed to designed as tools to encourage us to examine ourselves. We can the president of the college. The president may decline to hear the only grow as we are pruned and sometimes that pruning process appeal, in which case the decision of the Joint Judicial Committee is discomforting. As we learn to love our neighbor as ourselves shall be final. If the president elects to hear the appeal, he may and appreciate the differences we all have as those created in the strengthen, lessen, or maintain the decision, and his decision shall image of Christ, we can break down barriers and change culture. be considered final. So we encourage our student body to participate in many of the The college policy is to treat disciplinary outcomes as private opportunities that are made available to them both on and off information. We believe that discipline is often a personal and campus. delicate matter and interpret the principles of Matthew 18 to sug- gest that discipline should involve the fewest number of people necessary to bring about the desired change. Rarely will the re-

20 Campus Information sults of a disciplinary hearing be made public. In keeping with the If you live on campus and own a vehicle, you may retain your congressional amendments to the Crime Awareness and Campus home state driver’s license and license plates. Security Act (Title II of Public Law 101-542), the college will If you live off campus, Georgia/Tennessee state law requires you communicate the outcome of any disciplinary investigation to the to get a Georgia/Tennessee driver’s license. If you are the legal accuser and the accused of any alleged sexual assault. We also have owner of your car, you are also required to get Georgia/Tennessee the right, according to the Campus Security Act, to notify the state license plates. If you live in the city of Lookout Mountain, alleged victim(s) of a violent crime (including but not limited to you are required to purchase the annual sticker. aggravated assault, robbery, and burglary) of the discipline given to the alleged perpetrator of that crime. Blink More information about all of the procedures can be found in the Student Handbook. Covenant’s heritage from the Scottish Covenanters is whimsically reflected in the name chosen for the snack shop. During the time the Covenanters were under persecution by the authorities, there was a brief period of freedom from pressure when the dragoons of King Charles II were sent home. The Covenanters called that pe- riod the “Blink.” Our Blink is a place of relaxation where refresh- ments may be enjoyed in an informal atmosphere.

Campus Information Career Development Services The Career Development Center was established to provide com- prehensive career services to Covenant College students and Academic and Cultural Affairs Committee alumni. The major aim of the programs and services is two-fold— to assist constituents in: The Academic and Cultural Affairs Committee functions to pro- 1. exploring their values, interests and abilities within the con- vide entertainment and culturally stimulating programs for stu- text of a biblical framework while expanding their awareness dents and the community. The chairman is appointed by the Cam- of the world of work; pus Activities Board president; the chairman then appoints a com- 2. pursuing meaningful post-college callings (occupations or pro- mittee. grams of further study) that most effectively utilize their God- given motivated abilities in service to God. Career guidance is available to students through individual counseling, career test- Accounting Office ing, workshops, and seminars. Two career fairs are conducted each year which include the Career Opportunities Fair (No- Payments of student accounts and distribution of money will be vember) in Atlanta, and the Horizons Career & Internship made from the accounting office during posted office hours. Stu- Fair (February) in Chattanooga. These programs focus on self- dents may make advance deposits to their accounts for the next assessment, career research and decision making. All of the semester. This money may not be withdrawn in small amounts. above services are helpful to students who are unsure about However, if there is an emergency, an amount may be withdrawn their career direction, as well as to students who already have a with 48 hours notice. Students wishing to cash checks in the direction but are seeking confirmation and/or refinement of amount of $30 or less can do so on during regular office hours. that direction. Placement services are available to assist graduating seniors and alumni in locating employment or gaining entry to graduate Automobiles programs. Seniors may obtain assistance in writing resumes, pre- paring for employment interviews, networking in their field(s) of All students who use the college roadways and parking lots are to interest, and formulating a job search strategy. Information and have their vehicles (including motorcycles and bicycles) registered guidance concerning graduate study programs and the applica- by the use of an appropriate college parking sticker. These stickers tion process is also available to juniors and seniors. cost $30 per year and are issued in the registration line or at the Assistance in locating off-campus employment during the school physical plant office. year and summer months is available through the Career Devel- Each person registering a vehicle will receive a copy of the park- opment Center. A bulletin board, located in the hallway outside ing and traffic regulations and will be responsible for knowing the center, is used to notify students and spouses of married stu- and obeying them. Violations on campus are penalized by fines, dents of part-time and full-time job opportunities. which are payable at the accounting office.

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Helpful hints: Generally, full-time and long-term part-time work community; during the school year is more plentiful at the beginning of each 4. Points of view not necessarily held by the majority here but semester. Many short-term, part-time job opportunities are avail- which serve to stimulate our responsible thought as believers, able throughout the academic year. Full and part-time summer including where necessary an informed and conscientious positions are advertised from late January through May. response by members of the faculty. Specific policies regarding the use of the career development center and its programs and services by students, alumni, and other constituents are on file in the Career Development Center. Chaplain

The chaplain’s major concern is to encourage spiritual growth and Chapel Services vitality in the Covenant College community. Under the advise- ment of the Chapel Committee, he is responsible for the daily The purpose of the Covenant College chapel program is to en- chapel program at the college. He also seeks to foster spiritual courage the college community to learn and worship together. In growth through various pastoral efforts on the campus. a Christian college, learning and worshiping should be experi- enced so that they complement and stimulate one another. Be- cause God calls to Himself a people, not just individuals, it is Counseling Services significant that learning and worship occur in a manner which involves and affects the community as a whole. Therefore, the The Office of Counseling Services provides on-campus personal college sets aside time to gather together to be encouraged and and confidential counseling to full-time students. The staff coun- challenged in our learning and to offer the fruits of that learning selors are all contracted from the Chattanooga Bible Institute’s up to God in worship. Counseling Center in Chattanooga. Each professional counselor Covenant is by definition a faith-learning community dedicated offers individual counseling as well as opportunities for small group to the preeminence of Christ in all things. Worship in this context interaction around a variety of issues relevant to today’s college is the gathering together of the college community in order to student. Crisis counseling and intervention along with referral for glorify God by offering Him what He is due: to honor our Cre- outpatient services is provided when necessary. The Counseling ator as the source of all truth and good that can be known, to Services Office is located in C256 on the second floor of Carter acknowledge our sin and our dependence on the grace of Christ Hall directly across from the Health Services Office. The counse- and on the Holy Spirit to suit us for that truth, to seek His will to lors are best seen by appointment and may be reached by calling transform our thinking about all of life, and to grow in our knowl- extension 1473. A confidential voice mail system is provided for edge of and commitment to Him. Faith must give meaning and each counselor. Office hours are Monday through Friday and are direction to our learning or our knowledge is vain. In our learning posted on the office door. we grow in faith, honor God, and equip ourselves to be more pleasing to Him and useful for His purposes. Day of Prayer Our community worship should include the following: 1. The Word of God, which should be central, illuminating the Once each semester, classes are suspended for a college-wide day activity of our faith-learning community, rooting us in the of prayer. Various sessions and meetings are organized by the chap- wisdom of God, and calling us to reach outside our immediate lain and the student Spiritual Affairs Committee, concentrating physical boundaries, to take the fruit of our labor into the broader on personal, community and world-wide prayer matters. This day, culture; while not intended to be elevated above regular personal prayer 2. Prayer, which should be focused on the work and needs of our and the time given to prayer each Lord’s Day, is a special gift and immediate faith-learning community and the world we are called opportunity to meet the Lord in special ways. Each member of to minister to beyond our community; the community is expected to enter into the Day of Prayer open 3. Praise, adoration and thanksgiving, which should be offered for to the ministry of the Holy Spirit in his or her personal life and the discoveries and conclusions drawn in our work and for God’s the life of the community. activity in our pursuit of truth.

Our community learning may include the following: Faculty Advising 1. Lectures and discussions of issues and perspectives relevant to our calling as a liberal arts college; Each student is assigned to a faculty member for counsel in aca- 2. Aesthetic experiences, presented and experienced according to demic matters. Interviews with the advisor will be held during the highest standards; each pre-registration period for guidance in the selection of courses. 3. Addresses by speakers and performers within and outside the In addition, faculty advisors are available for counseling each week

22 Campus Information during posted hours. Students should not fail to take advantage of Office Services this very important personal counseling relationship. Office Services is located in the basement of Carter Hall. It is available as a post office outpost and for photocopying. Open hours Guests are posted. Packages may be received only during those hours.

Guests and visitors are expected to observe all regulations of the college. The host or hostess will be responsible for the behavior of Pool Use his/her guest(s). Sheets and/or rollaways are available from the college hostess for a minimal fee. The weather usually permits the use of the pool (located behind Carter Hall) during early fall and late spring. No lifeguard ser- Health Services vices are provided; students swim at their own risk and are re- quired to abide by the regulations posted at the pool. Because of The College Health Service is directed and staffed by a registered the high risk of injury involved, running and horseplay, including nurse under the direction of the college physicians with clinic hours the throwing of people into the pool, are subject to disciplinary Monday through Friday, as posted. actions. The swimming pool is closed on Sunday; anyone climb- General health problems and consultations are handled by the ing the fence to enter the pool area on Sunday will be subject to nurse during regular clinic hours, with phone consultations or disciplinary action. referral to a physician as needed. Medical care is arranged by ap- pointment with private physicians in Trenton, Georgia. Allergy desensitization injections are made by arrangements with the nurse. Residence Hall Information In emergency situations when the nurse cannot be located dur- ing regular clinic hours, students should contact the switchboard, Information concerning residence halls and apartments can be Student Development Office, resident directors or resident advi- found in two separate booklets: Residence Hall Manual and Apart- sors. For medical problems or accidents that occur after regular ment Living. clinic hours and on weekends, resident students should contact the on-duty R.A. first. If he/she is not available, the R.A. of the individual(s) involved or the resident director should be contacted. Student Record Retention

The college has established a policy regarding the retention and Library disposal of all student records in order to be certain that informa- tion collected, stored and disseminated is consistent with fair in- Regular hours for use of the library will be posted. The library is formation practices. A copy of this policy is available in the Office closed on Sundays, and its hours are restricted on the Day of Prayer, of Records. which takes place each semester. For specific information regard- ing the library, the Library Handbook is available to all students. Student Senate Off-Campus Housing The Student Senate is the governmental body of the student asso- ciation and derives its governing authority from, and is account- The Office of Student Development tries to assist in locating off- able to, the Covenant College Board of Trustees, and is therefore campus housing for married students. All single students, with also responsible to the appointed administrators of the board. The the exception of seniors, are required to live on campus. Applica- Student Senate’s purpose is to insure that students have an active tion forms are available in the student development office and voice in campus issues, problems, and student rights. The Senate should be filled out each year permission to live off campus is shall provide leadership and direction in the planning and imple- requested. Those students living off campus are required to abide mentation of activities which promote spiritual, social, emotional, by the standards of conduct. Part-time students may receive per- physical and intellectual growth. In all of its functions, Student mission from the Associate Dean of Students to live in the resi- Senate will strive to recognize Christ’s preeminence. The Student dence halls. Senate consists of the following ten members: president, vice-presi- dent, secretary, treasurer, the chairperson of the campus activities board, the director of student ministries and one representative from each of the four classes. Some functions of the Student Sen- ate are: to represent students’ views on various matters to the ad- ministration and the board, to be involved in the decision making

23 Academic information process of the college by appointing students to administrative and board committees, and budget money generated from the student activities fee to student clubs and organizations.

Student Senate and the Student Association of Covenant College (SACC) This organization includes all full-time students and part-time Academic Information students paying the student activity fee who are enrolled in the traditional, on-campus program of the college. All members of this body have the right to petition the Student Senate on any Academic Program issue that they feel needs to be dealt with or can speak directly to the college administration, should the senate fail to consider the Covenant students are expected to be familiar with the content petition. and the requirements of the academic program in which they are enrolled. The academic program is foundational to the entire educational Student Senate’s Campus Activities Board enterprise and has been a trademark of Covenant. It is the college’s goal that students characterize and respond to reality from a bib- The Campus Activity Board, a sub-committee of the Student Sen- lical perspective. In order to make such a biblically based ground- ate with faculty and staff representation, has responsibility to pro- work explicit and operative, the faculty has developed an unusual vide a diverse calendar of events for student activities. approach to the curriculum consisting of four basic parts:

A. Biblical Knowledge Student Senate and Beginning a Club B. Interdisciplinary Perspectives C. Equipment for Inquiry Through the years the Student Senate has funded such clubs and D. Major Specialization organizations as the ski club, outdoors club, tennis club, basket- ball club, golf club, drama club and pro-life club. If you represent The presumption is that a carefully designed curriculum can a group of students that would like to form a club for the Cov- significantly augment the effect of an individual teacher in a par- enant community, pick up an application from the Student Sen- ticular course. ate. For more information, contact the office of student develop- ment or a student senate representative. Biblical Knowledge Tuck Shoppe If students are to have a biblical world- and life-view, they must have a working knowledge of the Bible—how to read it, interpret The college store, the Tuck Shoppe, derives its name from Scot- it, and apply it—with full consideration of the knowledge that tish history. Often, in cities in Scotland, a small shop offering a has been gained over the centuries. Six credit hours are devoted to diverse assortment of novelties was tucked in between two larger the study of the Bible and 6 hours to the study of doctrine. stores; some of these stores can still be seen today. In Covenant’s Tuck Shoppe, the diverse assortment begins with textbooks for all courses and a wide selection of books of interest, Interdisciplinary Perspectives many of which have been selected to reflect the spiritual distinc- tions of the college. Besides books, students will find toiletry items, A genuinely biblical world- and life-view is not learned in only stationery supplies, stamps, gift items and other merchandise one way and is not limited in perspective but takes into account planned to meet the daily needs of college life. Students can spe- the similarities and differences of various people and cultures. The cial order any books or music not in stock. curriculum, therefore, includes a series of interdisciplinary courses The Tuck Shoppe is open from 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday designed to provide common learning experiences for all students, through Friday. an emphasis on the unity of knowledge, a global rather than a provincial perspective, a focus not only on the past and the present but on the future, and an experiential learning component.

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Equipment for Inquiry program is designed for people with on-going teaching or admin- istrative responsibilities. Students should be gaining progressively greater ability to orient Two specializations are offered: interdisciplinary curriculum and their lives by perspectives based on scriptural revelation and to instruction for those who expect to continue in the classroom, apply their biblical perspective to all other areas of inquiry. To do and administration and supervision for those who expect to move this, they must acquire and refine skills as learners. Two sets of into administrative or supervisory positions. courses are designed to achieve this end: courses in the basics of Courses are spread over most of the calendar year, and include English writing and speech, foreign language, mathematics, com- three phases: a pre-campus phase, an intensive on-campus phase puter science and physical training; and courses in the basics of at Covenant in July, and a post-campus phase during which projects the natural creation. that have been planned are implemented and evaluated within students’ own professional situations. For additional information about the program, write to: Major Specialization Master of Education Program Covenant College Covenant seeks to provide a liberal arts education that includes Lookout Mountain, Georgia 30750 not only the broad and inclusive core curriculum but areas of or call (800) 677-3626. greater specialization as well. Every student pursuing a baccalau- reate degree must meet the requirements of a major-minor pro- gram or of a single major. In each course and major field of study, Graduation Requirements for faculty members must keep in mind the overall goal of developing Baccalaureate Degrees (On-Campus a biblical world- and life-view. As the student’s attention is di- rected toward a particular discipline, broad principles must be- Programs) come more specific. Integrated thinking means that two or more Students are personally responsible to plan their programs to meet bodies of knowledge are brought together. Evidence that the stu- graduation requirements. A catalog current during the first se- dent and the college have attained these goals occurs when the mester of full-time enrollment of a student will be used to deter- senior prepares a major thesis or project which, as stated above, mine degree requirements if the degree is conferred within ten explores and analyzes a problem in the student’s major field in years. After ten years, the then-current catalog degree requirements light of Christian philosophy. will need to be fulfilled. Such a curriculum is not very common and makes a significant impact on the student. The Bachelor of Arts Degree Upon recommendation of the faculty and approval by the board of trustees, the degree of Bachelor of Arts is conferred upon stu- Participation in Commencement Exercises dents who have met the following requirements for graduation:

For some years it has been the tradition that only those students 1. A minimum of 126 credit units may participate in the commencement exercises who have in fact 2. A grade point average of 2.0 or better completed all the requirements for their degrees, as listed below. 3. The fulfillment of all basic requirements At the commencement ceremony, the Academic Dean declares 4. At least 25 units in upper-division courses that the candidates participating have completed the requirements, 5. Compliance with all requirements in the major field, or major and the president then confers the appropriate degrees on the can- and minor fields didates. It is the college’s belief that this formal ceremony is fully 6. No grades below C- in the major or the minor meaningful, with true integrity only when the words match the 7. A residence of one year and the completion of the last 32 units reality. at Covenant, with the exception that students in residence for Therefore, no exceptions are granted. three semesters or more may complete 9 of the last 32 units at other approved colleges 8. The payment of all bills, the return of all equipment and library Graduation Requirements for Master of books, and the completion of all practical work Education Degree 9. For some majors, completion of the Major Field Achievement Tests and Assessment of Institutional Effectiveness The Master of Education Degree is offered for school teachers and administrators with at least two years of experience, who want The Bachelor of Music Degree to develop a Christian understanding of education and actually Upon recommendation of the faculty and approval of the board work out that understanding in their professional situations. The of trustees, a student may receive the degree of Bachelor of Music by meeting the following requirements for graduation:

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1. A minimum of 126 credit units Core and Distribution Requirements For 2. A grade point average of 2.0 Baccalaureate Degrees (On-Campus 3. Compliance with the requirements established by the depart- ment Programs) 4. No grades below C- in the major or the minor The core curriculum is based on the faculty’s belief that a liberal 5. A residence of one year and the completion of the last 32 units arts education should be broad and inclusive, introducing stu- at Covenant, with the exception that students in residence for dents to ideas and values of continuing concern and providing three semesters or more may complete 9 of the 32 units at other them with historical and spiritual perspectives on the complex approved colleges problems of our society. The core curriculum is also designed to 6. The payment of all bills, the return of all equipment and provide Covenant students with common learning experiences, library books, and the completion of all practical work to emphasize the God-ordained unity of knowledge, to provide a 7. Completion of the Major Field Achievement Test and Assess- global rather than a provincial emphasis in learning, to focus stu- ment of Institutional Effectiveness dents’ attention not only on the past and the present but also on the future, and to develop students’ capacity to learn not only The Bachelor of Science Degree through ratiocination but experientially. Crucial to the success of The degree of Bachelor of Science is conferred upon students in the core curriculum is the pervasiveness of a biblical perspective the Organizational Management field experience program. The in every course. requirements for graduation include: All students who are candidates for a baccalaureate degree are 1. 30 semester hours of general education core credits required to take courses or demonstrate competency in each area These 30 semester units must include, but are not necessarily of the core curriculum. Exceptions to these requirements are listed limited to, the following distribution: in the sections of the catalog describing particular majors. If a English composition ...... 3 core requirement is fulfilled by demonstrating proficiency, no credit Speech ...... 2 hours are awarded. These hours will be replaced with elective hours Math ...... 3 working for the minimum of 126 hours needed to graduate. Some Social/Behavioral science ...... 9 programs will require more than 126 hours. Humanities ...... 6 All students who are candidates for a baccalaureate degree are (Including 3 credits in art, literature, or music) required to complete an intercultural experience. Students involve Bible...... 3 themselves, as participants/observers, in a cultural or ethnic set- Computer science ...... 2 ting other than their own culture of origin (or subculture of their 2. Completion of the Organizational Management curriculum (32 own country) in a deep and meaningful way either as temporary semester hours) members of a family, as workers in that society, or as volunteers in 3. A grade point average of 2.0 or better a service or mission agency, with the intention of engaging that 4. 126 semester credits culture as fully as possible in a specified period of time.

Core Curriculum for Bachelor Proficiency in one year of an elemen- Christ and Culture Seminar ...... 1 of Arts and Bachelor of Music tary level foreign language. The Christian Mind...... 2 Degrees Microcomputer Applications ...... 3 Contemporary Global History ...... 3 Biblical Basis Speech ...... 2 Cultural Heritage of the West I, II .. 6 Christian Doctrine ...... 6 Natural Creation Global Trends for the Twenty- New Testament ...... 3 Laboratory Science ...... 4 First Century...... 3 Old Testament ...... 3 Mathematics ...... 4 Humanities elective ...... 3 Tools for Learning Mat 122 or above, AP calculus or A course in art, literature, philosophy English Composition ...... 3 CLEP credit for college algebra or or music. Not fulfilled with ensemble Must be completed during first year above, or exemption is permitted for or studio credits. at Covenant. Exemption permitted students demonstrating proficiency. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 with credit from AP language/com- Cultural Contexts Social Science Elective ...... 3 position. Art and Music in the Cultural Physical Education Language ...... 8 Heritage of the West ...... 2 Physical Education 151,152 ..... 3 Total...... 63

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Majors and Minors research methodology of the discipline. The requirement in this area may in some cases also include a recital, a play, a body of Covenant seeks to provide a liberal arts education that includes poetry, etc.) not only the broad and inclusive core curriculum but areas of 2. Christian integration (This component should demonstrate greater specialization as well. Every student pursuing a baccalau- understanding of explicit and implicit connections between reate degree must meet the requirements of a major-minor pro- biblical perspectives and the discipline.) gram or of a single major. 3. written communication Courses used to fulfill a core elective may also fulfill a major 4. oral communication relative to the construction or defense of requirement or a minor requirement, but not both unless other- the paper wise specified by the appropriate department. The requirements for a major or minor are determined by the Planning for Completion of Major Work departmental requirements as of the date the student declares the Majors in natural science and in the music programs, as well as major, minor or concentration. To add or drop a major or minor, the programs in education and nursing, call for careful planning visit the Office of Records to obtain a declaration of major form. as early as the freshman year in order to assure fulfillment of all requirements and prerequisites. Be sure to see the specific require- Major-Minor Program ments under the appropriate departments. Students planning to Students must take at least 12 units of their major at Covenant have a double major must begin careful planning of their courses and at least 6 units of their minor. As an option, a student may in the freshman year in order to avoid later schedule conflicts. concentrate entirely in a single major without any minor. Varia- tions in the requirements for the different major programs, in addition to the possibility of bypassing certain parts of the core, B.S., Organizational Management make the number of electives within each program vary. Consult the program requirement lists. Covenant’s Quest program provides adult students (age 25 and older) a baccalaureate degree through a program combining tra- Senior Integration Paper ditional and non-traditional learning. Quest brings Covenant’s A Covenant student’s Senior Integration Paper is a demonstration Christian education to the busy, working adult learner. of her or his level of achievement in the major field. This should Students must have 60 semester hours of college credit to enter be a substantial paper assessed in each of the following areas: the program. Course work in this major constitutes another 32 hours. The 32 semester-credit curriculum is taught in a series of 1. mastery of content (This component should demonstrate the course modules taken consecutively. Additional credits may be breadth and/or depth of knowledge in the content and/or

Major Programs Minor Programs Physics Applied Music Accounting Psychology Biblical Studies and Missions Art Sociology Biology Biblical Studies Spanish Business Biology Youth Ministry Chemistry Business Economics Chemistry Special Programs Elementary Education Economic Development Pre-engineering (see Engineering) English Economics Pre-law (consult with Professor History Education Morton) Information and Computer Sciences English Pre-medical (consult with Professor Interdisciplinary Studies History Morris) Music Computer Sciences and Information Pre-ministerial (consult with a Natural Science Systems Biblical Studies professor) Organizational Management* Interpersonal Counseling Pre-nursing (consult with Professor Philosophy Mathematics Wenger) Philosophy and Religion Missions Pre-physical therapy (consult with Psychology Music Professor Wenger) Sociology Philosophy Teacher Education, Elementary and *A field experience program only Physical Education Secondary

27 Academic information earned through CLEP, correspondence courses, military experi- Please see Biblical Studies, Business Administration, Natural Sci- ence, portfolio, and other non-traditional means. ence, and Pre-nursing. Courses center on management problems, supervision, and or- ganizational behavior. Each student designs and implements a major research project carried out during the entire course of study. Assessment of Institutional Effectiveness Through the portfolio, students earn college credit for various life and work experiences. Students compile a portfolio of learn- On a periodic basis, the college will request student participation ing from prior experiences (military service, seminars, volunteer in determining measures of effectiveness of the college’s programs work, etc.) and may earn up to 31 semester credits for these expe- and in assessing student progress during the course of the educa- riences. tional experience at Covenant. When the participation requested The Quest faculty is composed of Covenant professors or other pertains to student progress in the core curriculum, majors and/ committed Christian men and women active in the business com- or minor, such participation becomes a requirement for gradua- munity. All are chosen for teaching expertise and practical knowl- tion. edge. Summer Offering Graduation Requirements for Associate Degrees A variety of courses is offered during the summer months. A three- week session immediately following commencement in May of- Students are personally responsible to plan their programs to meet fers students the opportunity of earning three units of credit in a graduation requirements. Upon recommendation of the faculty limited number of standard classroom courses. The Psychology and approval by the board of trustees, the degree of Associate of Tour, a month-long travel-study program, offers students five units Arts is conferred upon students who have met the following re- of psychology credit. During this tour, students visit many coun- quirements for graduation: seling centers, research centers and other institutions stretching as far west as California. Students may also earn credit by working as 1. A minimum of 62 credit units interns with a variety of organizations. 2. A grade point average of 2.0 These offerings, in which tuition costs are less than during the 3. The fulfillment of all basic requirements academic year, provide the opportunity for students to make up 4. Compliance with all requirements in the area of concentration deficiencies, earn extra credit or take required units in order to 5. No marks below C- in the area of concentration; lighten their loads during the regular semesters. Students from 6. A residence of one year and the completion of 26 of the last 32 other colleges are also welcome to these special summer courses. units at Covenant 7. The payment of all bills, the return of all equipment and library books, and the completion of all practical work Correspondence Studies

The college offers a limited number of correspondence courses on Area of Concentration a continuing basis. No more than 16 units in correspondence stud- ies may be credited toward a degree from Covenant. A student The specific requirements in the area of concentration are listed may not enroll in more than two correspondence courses at the under the individual departments. Currently, associate degrees are same time. Seniors planning to graduate at the end of the spring offered in Biblical Studies, Business, and Basic Health Sciences. semester must complete all correspondence courses by April 1.

Core Curriculum for Natural Creation Culture Contexts Associate’s Degrees Laboratory Science ...... 4 Art and Music in the Cultural Biblical Basis (Nat Sci 105 or 106 recommended Heritage of the West ...... 2 New Testament ...... 3 for students in non-science pro- The Christian Mind ...... 2 Old Testament ...... 3 grams.) Contemporary Global History ...... 3 Tools for Learning Mathematics ...... 4 Cultural Heritage of the English Composition ...... 3 (Math 122 or above, AP or CLEP West I, II ...... 6 (Exemption permitted with credit credit for college algebra or above or Social Science Elective ...... 3 from AP language/composition.) exemption is permitted for students Physical Education ...... 3 demonstrating proficiency.) Total ...... 36

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For further information on the correspondence courses avail- Slovakia: Each fall semester, twenty students live and study for a able or to register for a correspondence course, contact the Office full semester in the city of Trnava in Slovakia. Students study at of Records. Trnava University. Course offerings are determined each semester based upon student’s needs and the Covenant faculty member in attendance. Off-Campus Studies China Study Program: Students live and study at the Since Covenant’s aim is to motivate and enable its young men and Qinhuangdao campus of the Northeast University of China, one women to make an impact on the world for Christ, it takes the of the oldest and largest universities of China, located in Shenyang, entire world for its classroom. Covenant’s faculty does not recog- capital of Liaoning Province. nize geographical restrictions on learning but provides several off- campus opportunities designed to reinforce that which takes place Daystar University (Nairobi, Kenya): Students in good academic in the classroom through the test of experience. and social standing may live and study for one semester at Daystar Experiential learning is an integral ingredient of Covenant’s com- University. All courses are taught in English. Daystar University, prehensive, Christ-centered, liberal arts curriculum. Experiential founded in 1963 in Africa, by Africans, is an independent, Chris- learning is defined as “learning by doing, learning outside the tra- tian, liberal arts college fully accredited by the government of Kenya ditional classroom environment involving activity that is mean- offering B.A. and M.A. degrees. ingful and real, as well as contributes to the academic, spiritual, and personal growth of each student, and for which academic ChristChrist’s College (Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.). Students in good credit is awarded.” academic standing may live and study at Christ’s College in the A maximum of 16 semester units of credit from off-campus Republic of China for one semester. Many courses are taught in courses may be applied to a degree from Covenant. Students who English by the college’s professors. The four-year, Christian, lib- participate in an off-campus program for 12 or more units are eral arts college is owned and operated by the Presbyterian Church eligible for financial aid consideration for one semester based on in America (Mission to the World). It was established by Dr. James their actual anticipated costs for that semester: tuition costs at the Graham to evangelize and disciple students during their campus cooperating institution plus $20 per credit at Covenant and any life and to train and encourage as many people as possible to go fees and living expenses as estimated or charged by the sponsoring into mission service in mainland China upon graduation. institution. Credits and grades earned through the programs listed below will be listed on the Covenant transcript as one of our courses Impact Programs and included in the calculation of the Covenant GPA. Credits Not all of these programs are offered every semester or every year. earned from all other programs will be applied as transfer credits toward a Covenant degree. However, the grade will not appear on Break on Impact. Many students decide to make a difference in our transcript or be included in the calculation of the Covenant the lives of others through one of the Break on Impact trips. The GPA. Students pay full tuition and room and board (based upon purpose of this program is to immerse participants in an intensive two-person room and 21-meal plan) to Covenant, plus airfare (esti- intercultural setting for a week during spring break. Sites have mated @$2,000) and personal spending money (estimated @ $100 included: Jamaica, Ireland, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Mexico, per month). Canada, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Appalachia, New York City, Students may earn college credit through a variety of programs Arizona and New Mexico. administered by the Office of Experiential Studies: Uganda Missions Trip. The primary purpose of this three-to- Domestic Cross-Cultural Programs four-week trip is evangelism and ministry to the people of this These programs are designed for students who are seeking to inte- African nation. Key activities include: travel into the bush coun- grate their faith with both knowledge and practical experience in try and mountains, a side trip into Rwanda, meetings with high a domestic intercultural context. See the director of experiential church officials, lectures from local and national scholars, meet- studies for additional Information. ings with government leaders, and intensive interaction with Ugan- dan peoples. Semester Abroad Programs Covenant’s Semester Abroad Programs are designed for students Chalmers Center Internships. Students taking courses in eco- who are intentionally seeking to integrate their faith with both nomic development may apply for domestic and international in- knowledge and extended experience in an intercultural context. ternships in pilot projects run jointly by the Chalmers Center and Students are required to be enrolled for one year at Covenant be- partnering agencies and churches worldwide that bring economic fore being permitted to participate in a semester abroad program. development and spiritual transformation to the poor.

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MTW/IMPACT. MTW/IMPACT is an innovative short-term aspects of the film industry with both professional skill and Chris- missions program sponsored by Mission to the World (MTW), tian integrity. See Professor Foreman for more information. the foreign missions agency of the Presbyterian Church in America. MTW/IMPACT offers a variety of two-month, summer programs Middle East Studies Programogram. The Middle East Studies Pro- for college students. gram (MESP) in Cairo, Egypt, provides students with the oppor- tunity to study cultures, religions and conflicts within this diverse Individually Contracted Intercultural Experiences. Students and strategic region. See Professor Donaldson for more informa- may individually design and negotiate the specific details of a par- tion. ticular experience in a learning contract available in the Office of Experiential Studies. Summers typically offer several excellent op- Oxford Honors Program (OHP) provides honors and other portunities for individually contracted intercultural experiences. highly qualified students the opportunity to study in England Variable credit (1-3 hours) may be awarded for each experience. through an interdisciplinary semester at Oxford University. The rigorous academic program, aimed at increasing critical thinking The Council for Christian Colleges and Universities and scholarship from a Christian perspective, allows participants Covenant is a member of The Council for Christian Colleges and to choose from a wide variety of tutorial study programs in nu- Universities. The Council, a Washington, D.C.- based associa- merous disciplines including the arts, religion, history, literature tion of more than 90 Christian colleges and universities rooted in and philosophy. See Professor Voskuil for more information. the arts and sciences, offers several diverse off-campus study pro- grams to junior and senior students (minimum GPA. of 2.75) of Russian Studies Program (RSP). Students spend a semester study- member institutions. Various faculty members of Covenant serve ing the language, culture and history of Russia as well as current as campus coordinators for these programs. Grades earned in these political and economic issues. See Professor Voskuil for more in- courses will impact a student’s Covenant cumulative grade point formation. average. Students earn 16 units of credit. Cooperative Programs with the Council for American Studies Program (ASP) is a semester-long internship Christian Colleges and Universities and seminar program for students in most majors. Located in AuSable Institute. The AuSable Institute, in northern Michigan, Washington, D.C., this program offers a non-traditional, inter- helps students learn Christian environmental stewardship with disciplinary, issue-oriented learning experience. See Professor practical hands-on experience. Environmental certificates (envi- Voskuil for more information. ronmental analyst, land resources analyst, water resources ana- lyst, or naturalist) are earned by completing both AuSable Insti- China Studies Program (CSP). While living and experiencing tute and Covenant programs. May terms and two summer terms China, students participate in seminar courses on this strategic are available to Covenant students at the AuSable Institute. See and populous nation’s history, culture, religions, geography and Professor Wenger for more information. economy. Students will study standard Chinese and assist Chi- nese students learning English, allowing for one-on-one interac- Institute of Family Studies. The institute provides a personal- tion. The program introduces students to the diversity of China ized undergraduate semester studies program that crosses academic including Beijing, Shanghai and Xi’an. See Professor Clumpner and professional disciplines. The 16 credit-hour program addresses for more information. issues facing today’s families and is tailored to the student’s inter- ests, academic, professional and life goals. Located on the campus Latin American Studies Program (LASP). This semester abroad of Focus on the Family, the Institute offers the student unique program, based in San Jose, Costa Rica, provides the opportunity opportunities to interact with various national and international to live and learn in Latin America through the study of language, religious, educational, political, and pro-family leaders and ex- literature, culture, politics, history, economics, ecology and reli- perts. See Professor Muller for more information. gion. Living with a Costa Rican family, students experience the day-to-day lives of Latin Americans. Students also participate in a service opportunity and travel for three weeks to nearby nations. Jerusalem University College. Covenant College is a member of In addition to the regular interdisciplinary track, LASP offers three the Consortium of Associated Schools of the Institute of Holy specialized tracks: Advanced Language and Literature Studies, In- Land Studies. Founded in 1957 to provide an educational experi- ternational Business and Management, and Tropical Sciences. See ence for students in which they would “study the Bible in the land Professor Smisson for more information. of the Bible among the people of the Bible,” the Jerusalem Uni- versity College aims to prepare students for a lifetime of biblical Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAFSC)AFSC), located in Los An- and related studies through intensive studies and first-hand expe- geles, is a semester-long internship/seminar program for upper riences in geography, archaeology, culture, language, history, and division students designed to train students to serve in various

30 Academic Information related subjects in Israel. Confronted with rich evidence support- Credit Awarded by Examination ing the biblical revelation, students are immersed in the culture, history and language of Israel, better equipping them to study the Please see page 10 for information concerning credit through the Word of God. Long and short-term Bible programs available. See College Level Examination Program (CLEP). Professor Lambert for more information. Oxford Summer School Program Academic Standards The Oxford Summer School Program is a multi-disciplinary study of the history and development of the Renaissance and Reforma- A student must satisfactorily complete all required courses and tion through examination of the philosophy, art, literature, sci- have a cumulative grade point average (computed only for courses ence, music, politics, and religion of the era. Students have the taken at Covenant) of at least 2.0 before any degree is granted. opportunity to study with the faculty of the Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies and the University of Oxford. See Pro- fessor Voskuil for more information. Credit and Grading System

Practicums and Internships A unit is the amount of credit given for attendance in class for a Students may design, contract, and participate in a broad range of period of 50 minutes once a week throughout the semester. hands-on, off-campus, practical learning activities in settings re- A grade point is a measure of quality assigned to or withheld lated to their occupational or academic goals outside the normal from units of credit according to the system of grades in force in classroom setting. The objectives for a practicum are negotiated the college. Intermediate values are assigned to pluses and mi- and approved prior to undertaking the experience and should in- nuses. volve activity that is meaningful and real and in which the student Grades are assigned as follows: has the assistance of other persons (faculty, professional person- nel, etc.) in maximizing the learning experience. Practicums may Code/ Quality Points be taken by any student regardless of academic major. See your Letter Grade Description toward GPA academic advisor or the director of experiential studies for more A Superior 4.00 information. A- Superior 3.67 B+ Good 3.33 B Good 3.00 Independent Study B- Good 2.67 C+ Average 2.33 When possible, independent study will be arranged for students C Average 2.00 with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above who are C- Average 1.67 approved for such study by their department chairman. Ordinarily, D+ Passing 1.33 such study will be in a student’s major field and will involve a D Passing 1.00 subject not otherwise offered at Covenant. The student is expected D- Passing 0.67 to submit to the supervising faculty member an outline and bibli- ography for the program he or she wishes to study. Further details CR means a passing mark for a developmental course (e.g. Eng may be obtained from the registrar. 050, Mat 040). Units are not included in computing the grade point average or earned hours for the semester.

Private Study I means incomplete and indicates that part of the required work for the course has not been completed. An incomplete is Required courses, either core or major, not offered in a given se- granted at the discretion of the instructor. Incompletes in fall mester, may be arranged on a private basis. Such an arrangement semester courses must be completed by the first day of the must be authorized by the Dean of Faculty and the registrar, and following fall semester, in spring semester or May term this authorization will ordinarily be granted only when a student courses by the first day of the following spring semester, and needs a course that will not be offered again before his or her in summer courses by the first day of the next year’s fall expected date of graduation. Such situations may arise when 1) a semester. If the course remains incomplete on the expiration student received a grade of D in a major or minor course, 2) a date, a mark of F will be recorded. Other policies apply for student received a grade of F in a required course, 3) a student incompletes in correspondence and external degree program changed majors late in his or her college career or 4) a student courses. Contact the Office of Records. transfers to Covenant.

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F means failing, carries no grade point, and is given at the end Distribution of Grades of the semester, or during the last half of the semester if the Grades will be mailed to each student at his or her home address student withdraws with a failing mark at the time the course shortly after final examinations are completed. The student may is dropped. Students earning an F in a core course or required provide an alternate address to the Office of Records if the stu- course for the major or minor will be expected to re-take that dent will not be at the home address at that time. Distribution of course the next term that the course is offered. Units are grades to someone other than the student would require a release included in computing the grade point average. from the student or must comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. We trust that receipt of grades by NC means a failing mark for a developmental course (e.g. Eng the student will foster discussion between the student and his or 050, Mat 040). Units are not included in computing the grade her parents about the academic program. point average or earned hours for the semester. Changing Grades R means repeat and removes the effect of the previous mark on Though faculty members may at their discretion both grant in- the cumulative grade point average. completes and change grades after a semester is completed, justice requires that all students in a course be given equal opportunities. S means satisfactory, and is given only as a mid-semester grade. Also, as part of their academic and personal development, college students benefit from the discipline required in doing a specific U means unsatisfactory, and is given only as a mid-semester amount of work in a specific amount of time and in learning to grade. live with the consequences of their performance under such con- ditions. Faculty members will ordinarily, therefore, change stu- W means withdrawn during the first half of the semester, or dents’ final grades only under such circumstances as the follow- withdrawn during the last half of the semester with a passing ing: 1) the professor comes to realize that he or she has made an mark at the same time the course is dropped. Units are not error in calculating the final mark, 2) the professor comes to be- included in computing the grade point average. Other policies lieve that certain requirements of the course were so egregiously apply for withdrawals from correspondence or external degree unfair as to warrant all students in the course being allowed to program courses. redo some work or to do additional work, or 3) the professor learns that a student’s performance was affected by illness or emergency X means audit and indicates that the student attended the class such that the professor would have granted an Incomplete had but did not enroll as a credit bearing course. The student was the professor known about it before the end of the semester. not required to complete assignments or examinations. Units are not included in computing the grade point average. Proficiency in Writing Pass-Fail Option Students with junior or senior standing and a cumulative grade Instructors in all departments of Covenant expect the written work point average of 2.7 or higher may take a total of twelve units of students to be in clear and correct English and to show compe- toward graduation on a pass-fail basis in non-core courses and tence in the organization and development of ideas. Any student courses not required in the student’s major and minor. Units so turning in material that is unsatisfactory in its writing to any fac- earned carry credit for graduation but are not considered in com- ulty member in any course will be referred to the chairman of the puting the student’s grade point average. The object of the pass- English department for corrective work. fail option is to encourage students to take some courses they might not otherwise take. Classification of Students Extended Time for Testing Students who have on file in the office of records a current psy- Students accepted as degree candidates will be identified by class- chological evaluation that recommends extended time for testing level standing according to the number of credit hours earned shall be granted that accommodation on a case-by-case basis at that will apply toward the degree program. This classification is the recommendation of the dean of records. Typically, extended used to determine a student’s standing on issues such as academic time will entail 1.5 times the normal test period. The dean of probation and suspension, chapel records and student load eligi- records can make recommendation for additional accommoda- bility. Students are classified as follows: tions on a case-by-case basis. If the professor cannot make ar- rangements to provide the additional proctoring, the dean of fac- First semester freshman 0-11 units ulty should be contacted for assistance. Despite the accommoda- Second semester freshman 12-25 units tion regarding the administration of tests, all other assignments First semester sophomore 26-41 units will be due according to the announced dates. Second semester sophomore 42-57 units

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First semester junior 58-73 units low the following averages is not making satisfactory progress to- Second semester junior 74-89 units ward a degree and will be placed on academic suspension: First semester senior 90-105 units Second semester senior 106+ units First semester freshman 1.10 Second semester freshman 1.50 First semester sophomore 1.70 Academic Probation Second semester sophomore 1.80 First semester junior 1.85 Students may be placed on academic probation by two methods. Second semester junior 1.90 New students may be admitted on academic probation based on First semester senior 2.00 lower high school performance or test scores. Continuing students Second semester senior 2.00 with cumulative grade point averages below the following aver- ages will be placed on academic probation. (A student’s grade point A student placed on academic suspension will be notified in average is computed by dividing the number of grade points earned writing with the grade report of that semester. The notification by the number of units attempted at Covenant.) letter will outline the process to appeal suspension and be accom- panied by an academic suspension appeal form. The appeal form First semester freshman 1.80 must be mailed or faxed to the dean of records before the deadline Second semester freshman 1.90 listed on the form. The appeal will be considered by a joint com- Sophomore 2.00 mittee composed of the Admissions Committee and the Academic Junior 2.00 Standards Committee. This joint committee’s determination will Senior 2.00 be based on its careful evaluation of the student’s current and fu- ture capacity (including both ability and desire) to perform up to Students on probation status are not eligible for institutional the level of the academic standards required in the college’s courses. financial assistance, although students may still receive federal and The student will then be notified by the Dean of Records by phone state assistance. Contact the Office of Student Financial Planning. and by letter of the action of the committee. The exception will be the student who earns a 2.0 semester grade point average or higher for two consecutive semesters at Covenant, who will be released from probationary status even Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities though his or her cumulative grade point average may still be be- low the required minimum for the class. The “two semesters” re- Students on academic probation are ineligible for participation in fers to the fall and spring semesters and does not include summer extracurricular activities such as drama, intercollegiate athletics, session. A student with Fs in two academic courses during the cheerleading, and student government. As an academic institu- same semester is placed on academic probation. tion, we are glad that we can offer co-curricular activities that Students on academic probation may be asked to follow a pro- allow students to grow spiritually, physically and intellectually. gram of seminars. This program is designed to assist students to Students must concentrate their time and efforts on their aca- get the maximum benefit from their studies. Students on proba- demic program to remove themselves from probation status. tion may carry a maximum of 14 hours for the semester. Students may not audit other courses. The students must report to their faculty advisor at least once a month. They will follow a no-cut Class Absence and Tardiness policy in all courses, and their cases will be reviewed on an indi- vidual basis by the faculty member involved in the particular course. Instructors are free and responsible to determine and enforce Students on academic probation are ineligible for participation in whatever policy they wish concerning excessive absences in their extracurricular activities. Students may be suspended immediately courses and will inform their students of such policies at the be- for failure to comply with these requirements. This policy is en- ginning of each semester. Such a policy will include information forced by the Office of Records. Students on academic probation about making up missed work. It is the student’s responsibility to for three consecutive semesters will be placed on academic sus- contact the instructor about such work, and the faculty member pension. will exercise his or her right of judgment as to whether or not a penalty will be assessed and whether or not the work may be made up at all. Satisfactory Progress and Re-admission The student development office will provide written statements Requirements for emergency absences, and the nurse will write statements for cases of prolonged illness when requested by the student or the A student who has been on academic probation for three con- teacher. These statements are not excuses but are given to faculty secutive semesters or whose cumulative grade point average is be- members for their information.

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Students should inform their instructors in advance of any school trips which will necessitate absence from class. Faculty members will report, every fifteen days, the interruption of class attendance by any student receiving Veterans Administration educational ben- efits.

Scholastic Honors

The Dean’s List, which is announced at the close of each semester, contains the names of all students who have taken 12 or more hours (not including Pass/Fail units) with a grade point average for the semester of 3.3, with no courses incomplete, and with no mark below C in any academic course. Seniors who have been on the Dean’s List each semester since entering Covenant or whose cumulative grade point average is 3.5 or greater may be excused from final examinations in their last academic semester resulting in the awarding of their degree (e.g. spring semester for May graduates, fall semester for December graduates, final semester before student teaching for education majors). Such permission must be secured from the instructor of each course. Students must be in residence for a minimum of 60 units before their last academic semester to qualify. Seniors who complete their graduation requirements with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 on all Covenant course work will be graduated cum laude. Those who finish with a 3.75 will be graduated magna cum laude. Those who finish with a 3.9 will be graduated summa cum laude. Students must be in residence for a minimum of 50 units (not including credits earned through port- folio, life experience essay, or courses students have taken Pass/ Fail) to qualify for graduation honors. Classes taken after gradua- tion will impact the grade point average but will not alter the academic honors designation awarded at graduation.

Numbering of Courses

The first digit of a course number indicates the class level of the course. Permission to take sophomore courses is granted to fresh- men provided they have met the prerequisites. Junior and senior courses (numbers in the 300s and 400s) are upper-division courses.

Disclaimer

The college reserves the right to withdraw any course or other- wise to alter the content of the curriculum announced here. Many courses listed in the catalog are offered in alternate years. The schedule of classes in any given semester will be issued prior to registration.

34 Core Courses and General Education

God’s creation and my calling to think Cor 227. Art and Music in the and act Christianly in all areas of my life? Cultural Heritage of the West ...... 2 The course meets in large group and This course is designed to complement small group sessions during the week of the Cultural Heritage of the West courses orientation and for seven weeks thereaf- through a study of artistic principles in ter. Pre-campus reading and writing as- painting, sculpture, architecture, and signments are supplemented by intensive music. Individual example, period styles, on-campus work. Two units. and ideas about art in Western culture are Core Courses Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 examined from a Christian perspective. English Composition must be completed Lectures and readings are supplemented and General during the first year. (see English) by experiences of art outside of class, Ics 121. Microcomputer including required attendance at con- Education Applications...... 3 certs and visits to the Hunter Museum of (see Information Sciences) American Art. Two units. The following set of courses constitutes the Laboratory Science...... 4 Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 core curriculum outlined on page 26. Course (see course offerings in Biology, Chemis- (see English) descriptions are provided here for those try, Natural Science, and Physics.) Foreign language ...... 8 core courses not contained among the of- Mathematics ...... 4 (see course offerings in French, German, ferings of academic departments. Core (see Math or Math Placement Exam) Greek, Hebrew, and Spanish under For- courses offered by particular departments PE 151. Concepts in Physical eign Language. International students for are indicated here only by title and a cross- Education, Fitness, and Health ...... 2 whom English is a second language are reference to the departmental listing where (see Physical Education) exempt from the foreign language re- the full course description appears. These PE 152. Personal Aerobics and quirement.) courses are arranged in a typical sequence General Fitness...... 1 taken by students. Some modification in (see Physical Education) sequence will be necessary for specific ma- Social Science Elective ...... 3 Typical Junior Year Courses jors and transfer students. One of the following courses will fulfill this distribution requirement: Eco 201. Cor 325. Global Trends for the 21st Principles of Macroeconomics, Eco 202 Century ...... 3 Typical Freshman Year Principles of Microeconomics, Psy 100. A study of the social, economic, political, Courses General Psychology, Psy 303. Develop- environmental, and ecclesiastical issues mental Psychology, Soc. 141. Principles that shape the agenda for the community Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament of Sociology, Soc 341. The Family. of nations at the outset of the twenty-first Literature ...... 3 century and beyond. Three units. (see Biblical Studies) Cor 337. Intercultural Bib 142 or 148. New Testament Typical Sophomore Year Experience ...... 0-3 Literature ...... 3 Courses Students involve themselves as partici- (see Biblical Studies) pant/observers in a cultural/ethnic set- Cor 100. The Christian Mind: A Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine ...... 6 ting other than their own culture of ori- Covenant Perspective ...... 2 (See Biblical Studies) gin (or subculture of their own country) This fall semester course is designed to Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of in a deep and meaningful way either as introduce newly enrolled students to the the West I, II ...... 6 temporary members of a family, workers general scope and distinctive emphases of This two-semester course deals with im- in that society, or volunteers in a service a Covenant College education. Specific portant philosophical, theological, liter- or mission agency with the intention of questions that students will be consider- ary, scientific, and aesthetic ideas which engaging that culture as fully as possible ing in this course include: Who am I and have shaped Western culture. It includes in a specified period of time. Zero to three how have my previous family, school, exposure to important works or primary units. Multiple experiences may be com- and church experiences shaped me as a sources, critiqued from a Christian per- pleted for a maximum of six units. Christian learner? What is Covenant spective. In addition to regular course Cor 340. Christ and Culture College, and how will I, as a Christian content, there will be additional required Seminar ...... 1 learner, be expected to grow and mature aesthetic experiences. Four units each During one semester of the junior year, in my experience at this college? What is semester. each student is required to participate in a worldview? How does (or should) my a weekly seminar dealing with the issue of worldview shape my understanding of the relationship of Jesus Christ and hu-

35 Accounting/Art man culture. Common readings are dis- dents in their development of artistic skills Art 210. Two-Dimensional Design cussed throughout the semester. in a variety of media. This course is an introduction to the study His 325. Contemporary Global Achieving such understanding and skills of design as language of visual structures History ...... 3 is important to the pursuit within the Chris- and ideas. Students will address communi- (see History) tian community of an art reflective of our cation problems surrounding historical and Humanities ...... 3 commitment to Christ. In art, as in all contemporary art issues, and content re- (see course offerings in Art, Literature, human endeavors, Christ must be preemi- lated to life experiences. The study of the Music, and Philosophy.) This is not ful- nent. formal elements and principles of design filled with ensemble or studio credit. together with exploration in various media Senior Integration Paper 492 ...... 2 and techniques in a studio setting should (see course descriptions in particular major Requirements for Minor in give the student experience in conceptual- fields and page 27) Art izing, visualizing, and executing two-di- mensional designs. Six hours studio. Three Art 111. Introduction to Art...... 3 units. General Education Course Art 210. Two-Dimensional Design ...... 3 Art 211. Three-Dimensional Design .... 3 Art 211. Three-Dimensional Design 131. College Life ...... 1 Art 301, 302. Art History ...... 6 This course addresses the question of how A course designed to increase students’ Art studio elective ...... 3 to view and read objects in space, known as success by assisting them in obtaining Total ...... 18 three-dimensional design. In a studio set- skills necessary for them to reach their ting, students will explore the concepts of educational objectives. Topics include three-dimensional art from historical and time planning, test taking, communica- contemporary perspectives. Constructive, tion skills, study techniques, question- Art Courses additive, and subtractive techniques will be asking skills, library use, and personal explored with emphasis on figurative, natu- issues that face many students. One unit. 111. Introduction to Art ral, and non-objective forms. Six hours This course is a survey of the manner in studio. Three units. which the visual arts are an influential aspect of the lives of everyone. The student Art 220. Introduction to Photography will explore the historical, theoretical, criti- This course covers the fundamentals of cal, and aesthetic dimensions of painting, camera work, including black and white sculpture, architecture, crafts, and com- negative and print processing and alterna- mercial design in a lecture and studio set- tive print techniques. Emphasis is given to ting. This introductory course is designed the image making potential and craft of the to introduce the student to broad practices photographic print. Six hours studio. Three Accounting in the field of art. One hour lecture. Four units. hours studio. Three units. See Business and Economics. Art 221. Advanced Photography 201. Drawing This course extends the experiences of the Studio course in basic drawing including introductory studio for the student who experimentation with a variety of media. wishes to pursue further work in the me- Four hours studio. Two units. dium. Emphasis is placed on the ideas and subject determined by the student. Six hours 203. Printmaking studio. Three units. Fundamental course in the basic relief print- ing processes involving studio work in li- 301. Art History I nocut, woodcut and object prints. Four Illustrated study of painting, sculpture and Art hours studio. Laboratory fee: $4. Two units. architecture from prehistoric times to the Italian Renaissance. (Offered alternate years, 209/309. Special Studies first semester.) Three units. Department Goals Studies in one of several different art media such as ceramics, watercolor painting, and 302. Art History II To increase students’ understanding and photography. Emphasis will be determined Illustrated study of painting, sculpture, and appreciation of art and to encourage stu- by student interest and the availability of architecture from the Italian Renaissance qualified instructors. Three units.

36 Biblical Studies and Missions to the present day. (Offered alternate years, lenses necessary for a biblical world- and Church or Mis 301. History of second semester.) Three units. life-view that paves the way to Kingdom Missions ...... 3 activity in the Church and society, and to Bib 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 3 303. Oil Painting I equip them with the biblical rationale for Bible electives (upper division) ...... 6 A studio course designed as an introduction all their culture-related activities beginning Mis 202. Theology of Missions ...... 3 to the oil painting medium. Prerequisite for with their understanding and appreciation Major requirements subtotal ...... 33 Oil Painting II. Six hours studio. Three of education from the perspective of the Grand total ...... 126 units. Christian faith. To acquaint biblical studies majors and Pre-seminarians are strongly urged to 304. Oil Painting II minors with the problems connected with take the following additional courses: A studio course with emphasis on compo- biblical scholarship and the content of the Eng 304. Advanced Composition ...... 2 sition in landscape, still life, and figure Gospel over against the belief systems of the A second year of Greek ...... 6 painting. Prerequisite: Oil Painting I. Six modern scene. To empower them with an A philosophy course ...... 3 hours studio. Three units. effective means to communicate the Chris- Appropriate courses in psychology tian faith in the contemporary scene and to and/or sociology ...... 6 394. Art for Children in the Early develop a biblically-based apologetic for Grades that faith. 395. Art for Children in the Middle To encourage all students in general and Concentration in Missions Grades Biblical Studies majors and minors specifi- Essential techniques, methods, and materi- cally to maximize the development of their The core and distribution requirements for als in classroom organization and the op- talents and skills and to seek the advance of a major in biblical studies and missions, erational phases of an art program. A study the Kingdom of God in the choice and concentration in missions, are those listed of the elements of design and the organiza- exercise of their profession. Specifically to for baccalaureate degrees on page 26, with tion of the basic elements. Required for urge students with apparent qualifications the following exception: elementary certification. Prerequisite: Edu and gifts for the ministry of the Gospel, Instead of the general requirement of 8 221. Laboratory fee: $4. Two units. whether in the United States or abroad, to hours of language, 8 hours of elementary consider the possibility of such calling. Greek are required. However, elementary Greek may be replaced by another foreign language, with special permission. Requirements for Major in Core requirements ...... 63 Biblical Studies and Electives ...... 28 Missions Major and Supporting Course Requirements Biblical Studies Bib 372. Hermeneutics...... 3 Biblical Studies The core and distribution requirements for Bib 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 a major in biblical studies are those listed Missions or upper division Bible and Missions for baccalaureate degrees on page 26, with electives ...... 9 the following exception: Missions courses ...... 12 Instead of the general requirement of 8 Psy 360. Psychology of Religion or Soc. Department Goals hours of language, 8 hours of elementary 342 Sociology of Religion ...... 3 Greek are required. Soc 249. Interpersonal To provide all students with general bibli- Core requirements ...... 63 Communication ...... 3 cal and theological literacy and specifically Electives ...... 30 Soc 341. The Family ...... 3 with an understanding of the general con- Concentration subtotal ...... 35 tent of biblical and theological truth in the Major and Supporting Course Grand total ...... 126 Reformed tradition; to provide ways to Requirements arrive at that truth and its relevance for the Bible “book study” courses (to be Church and society. divided between the two Requirements for Minor in To apply to all students, and specifically testaments) ...... 9 Biblical Studies Biblical Studies majors and minors, biblical Bib 371. Christian Ethics ...... 3 and theological truth as the mold which Bib 372. Hermeneutics ...... 3 Bib 371. Christian Ethics or Bib 376. transforms their heart, renews their mind, Bib 376. Christian Apologetics ...... 3 Christian Apologetics ...... 3 and shapes their lives. To fit them with the Bib 383. History of the Christian Bib 372. Hermeneutics...... 3

37 Biblical Studies and Missions

Bible “book study” course...... 3 Requirements for Minor in Jerusalem University College in Israel. See Elective in Missions ...... 3 Youth Ministry the department chairman or the registrar Total ...... 12 for details. Bib 211. Introduction to Relational Youth Ministry ...... 3 Requirements for Minor in Bib 212. Relational Youth Ministry Biblical and Missions Skills ...... 3 Bib 213. Team Relational Youth Theological Studies Upper division Bible elective ...... 3 Ministry Practicum ...... 3 Mis 201 or 202...... 3 Bib 214. Team Relational Youth Courses Mis 302 or 303...... 3 Ministry Practicum II ...... 3 Missions elective ...... 3 Bib 321. Teaching of Bible, or Bib 380. 111. Old Testament Literature: Total ...... 12 Evangelism, or Soc. 249. Interpersonal Pentateuchal and Historical Books Communication, or Soc 347. Provides foundational studies in basic Old Requirements for Associate Relational Counseling ...... 3 Testament history. Although the historical of Arts Degree in Biblical Total ...... 15 framework is of primary concern, consider- able attention is given to Old Testament Studies Requirements for theology with emphasis on the nature and Secondary Education history of the Covenant. Some attention is Core requirements also given to the inter-testamental period in (For details, see page 28) Program in Bible preparation for New Testament studies. Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 See Education. Three units. Bib 142 or 148. New Testament ...... 3 Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 129. Old Testament Literature: The Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of the Seminary Credit Available Prophetical Books West I, II ...... 6 A comprehensive study of the Old Testa- Cor 227. Art and History in the Pre-seminary students at Covenant may ment books of prophecy with special atten- Cultural Heritage of the West ...... 2 receive up to 28 units (approximately one tion given to the nature and task of the Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 year) of advanced standing credit at Cove- prophetic office and its place in and effect His 325. Contemporary Global nant Theological Seminary in St. Louis. Up upon redemptive history. Open to students History ...... 3 to 16 semester hours of language courses who have given evidence of good knowl- Laboratory Science ...... 4 taken toward the B.A. degree (8 each in edge of the history of Israel. Attention will Mathematics ...... 4 Hebrew and Greek) may be used for ad- also be given to the inter-testamental pe- PE 151-152. Physical Education ...... 3 vanced standing at the seminary. In addi- riod in preparation for New Testament Social Science Elective ...... 3 tion, the following courses, if not taken for studies. Three units. Core requirements subtotal ...... 36 credit toward the B.A. degree, may also be taken for three hours each of seminary core 142. New Testament Literature: Area of Concentration unit credit: The Gospels and Acts Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine/ Bib 371. Christian Ethics A comprehensive study of the four Gospels Philosophy of Christianity ...... 6 Bib 372. Hermeneutics and the book of Acts in the New Testament Bib 372. Hermeneutics ...... 3 Bib 376. Christian Apologetics with special emphasis on the message and Bib 376. Christian Apologetics or Mis 202. Theology of Missions ministry of Christ, the synoptic concept of Bib 380. Evangelism ...... 3 Biblical Studies majors who use the core the Kingdom, and the growth of the early Bib 383. History of the Christian courses listed above for seminary credit will church. Three units. Church or Mis 301. History of be required to take additional substitute Missions ...... 3 courses which are approved by the Biblical 148. New Testament Literature: Bible electives (upper division ) ...... 6 Studies department in order to complete The Pauline Epistles Missions course...... 3 their degree major. A study of the background and the theology Electives ...... 3 of the Pauline Epistles. Lectures will exam- Concentration subtotal ...... 27 ine both the history of the inter-testamental Grand total ...... 64 Off-campus Credit period, devoting special attention to devel- opments of significance to the Pauline era, Some credit may be earned off campus by and the structure of Pauline theology. Read- qualified students in connection with the ing assignments will cover special introduc-

38 Biblical Studies and Missions tion to the various Pauline Epistles. Three 297. Special Topics 346. John units. Opportunities for study in various topics of Study of the authorship, date, purpose, interest within the field of biblical studies. historical background and application of 211. Introduction to Relational These may be short-term courses offered the message of John to modern life and Youth Ministry during the semester or during the summer thought with emphasis on doctrinal and Examines the biblical basis for youth min- term. Topics will be decided by the Biblical ethical teaching. Prerequisite: Bib 111 or istry and helps students understand the Studies and Missions faculty as need and 129, and 142 or 148; concurrently in Bib dynamics and philosophies of relational interest arise. Credit to be determined. Pre- 277 or 278. Three units. youth ministry. This is a foundational course requisite: Bib 111 or 129, and 142 or 148. which focuses on the biblical model and the 348. Pauline Epistles cultural need for quality Christian relation- 311. Pentateuchal and Historical The same course as 148 described previ- ships. Personal contact and observations of Studies ously, but designed for upper-division stu- local youth ministries help students to iden- Same as 111, but designed for upper-divi- dents who wish to take it as an elective. tify levels of relationships, styles and phi- sion students who wish to take it as an Extra reading assignments will be given. losophies, and types of ministry available as elective. Extra reading assignments will be Three units. they seek to understand their own call to- given. Three units. ward youth. Three units. 349. Romans 322. Deuteronomy A study of the doctrinal, spiritual, and 212. Preparing for Relational Youth A thorough study of the book comparing its ethical values in Romans designed to give Ministry Skills background and form in the light of an- the students an understanding of the divine A practical course designed to draw each cient international treaties and showing plan of salvation. Prerequisite: Bib 111 or student into a closer look at relationships how comprehensively it reveals the sover- 129, and 142 or 148; concurrently in Bib and characteristics that lead to quality friend- eign lordship of God over his people in 277 or 278. Three units. ships, and to teach practical skills needed by ancient times with application to our own people wishing to take relational ministry twentieth century situation. The book of 371. Christian Ethics to teenagers. Prerequisite: Bib 211. Three Deuteronomy is considered to be the most A historical survey of approaches to Chris- units. important for a complete understanding of tian ethics and exegetical study of the nor- the rest of the Old Testament. Prerequisite: mative, situational, and relational aspects 213. Team Relational Youth Ministry Bib 111 or 129, and 142 or 148; concur- of Christian ethics and a study of biblical Practicum I rently in 277 or 278. Three units. ethics in context with special emphasis on This course gets students involved in a the Decalogue and the doctrine of sanctifi- youth ministry in the community, the in- 327. Psalms cation. Concentration on the various sec- structor interacting with them as individu- A study of selected Psalms of the Old Tes- tions may vary from year to year. Prerequi- als and as a group with regard to training, tament scriptures, showing the variety of site: Bib 277 and 278. Three units. adjustment, time pressures, and commit- themes and discussing the moods of the ment. Prerequisite: Bib 211 and 212. Three authors as affected by their historical situ- 372. Hermeneutics units. ation. Different forms of poetic expressions A historical study of the ways in which the in the Psalms will be examined. Prerequi- church has interpreted her scriptures and a 214. Team Relational Youth Ministry site: Bib 111 or 129, and 142 or 148; study of general hermeneutical principles Practicum II concurrently in 277 or 278. Three units. with special attention drawn to the prob- Prerequisite: 211, 212, and 213. Three lem of the Kingdom and the hermeneutical units. 329. Prophets of Israel situation that existed for the early church. A Same as 129, but designed for upper-divi- paper is required. Prerequisites: Bib 277 277-278. Christian Doctrine sion students who wish to take it as an and 278. Three units. A survey of the major doctrines of the elective. Extra reading assignments will be Christian faith. First semester investigates given. Three units. 376. Christian Apologetics the biblical data on Scripture, God, man A survey of various systems of Christian and Christ. Second semester investigates 342. The Gospels and Acts apologetics including study of anti-theistic the biblical data on of the Holy Spirit, Same as 142, but designed for upper-divi- theories. Prerequisites: Bib 277 and 278. salvation, Church and last things. The West- sion students who wish to take it as an Three units. minster Confession of Faith and Catechisms elective. Extra reading assignments will be serve as guidelines and resources. Two se- given. Three units. 380. Evangelism mesters. Three units each. Prerequisite: Bib A study of the message and methods of 111 or 129, and 142 or 148. evangelism, as well as the requirements for

39 Biblical Studies and Missions effectiveness. Special emphasis on field 397. Special Topics 495. Theological Studies Seminar work. Prerequisites: Bib 277 and 278. The same type of course as Bib 297, but A course designed to provide opportunity Three units. designed for upper-division students both to practice applying research methods and in content and in level of instruction. Pre- to engage in intensive study of theological 383. History of the Christian Church requisites: Bib 277 and 278. Credit to be subjects under the supervision of one or A one-semester historical survey of the life determined. more professors in the department. The and thought of the Christian church in its subject matter will vary each year according political and social environment. Attention 399. Independent Study to the particular interests and emphasis of will be focused on critical periods of the See page 31 for requirements. Prerequi- the professor or professors. Prerequisite: church’s development such as its early for- sites: Bib 277 and 278. Bib 277 and 278. Three units. mation within the Roman Empire, its role in medieval civilization, the sixteenth-cen- 430. Isaiah tury reform, revival movements, modern A study of the prophecy of Isaiah against its Catholicism, and ecumenism. Course work historical background with special consid- Missions Courses will stress source reading and the composi- eration of the messianic prophecies. Pre- tion of a research essay. Three units. See requisite: Bib 111 or 129, and 142 or 148; 201. Introduction to Missions History 311. Corequisite: Bib 278, prereq- concurrently in 277 or 278. Three units. Perspectives on the world Christian move- uisite: Bib 277. ment which raise the main issues, goals and 458. General Epistles practices of missions today. Discussions 386. Europe in Renaissance and An introduction to and examination of will range from the participation of the Reformation Hebrews, James, I and II Peter, I, II and III local church in missions to culture shock The course will examine Europe in the 14th John and Jude. Each book will be studied to for first-term missionaries or international through 16th centuries in which there oc- determine its own particular focus and what students in the USA. Prerequisite Bib 111 curred simultaneously three great move- it adds to New Testament theology. Special or 129, and 142 or 148. Three units. ments: the cultural and literary Renais- consideration will be given to questions of sance emanating from Italy, the European introduction and cultural setting. Prereq- 202. Theology of Missions reconnaissance of the world’s oceans pio- uisite: Bib 277 and 278. Three units. A study of biblical and extra-biblical cove- neered by Portugal and Spain, and the nants will be made to see the importance of Reformation of the Christian religion 487. Modern Theology the covenant concept to the revelation of sparked by the Lutheran movement. Em- A research seminar including survey of post- redemption; the basis of missions as lying in phasis will be placed on the social setting Kantian theologians introducing students a covenant-centered theology of missions; common to all. Prerequisite Bib 277 and to their methodologies and systems of the doctrines of election, atonement, love 278. Also listed as His. 339. Three units. thought. Certain theologians such as Barth, of God, common grace, and free offer of the Brunner, Bultmann, Niebuhr and Tillich gospel in relation to missions. Prerequisite 387. The Evangelical Tradition in will be studied in some detail. Research Bib 111 or 129, and 142 or 148. Three America (Cross-listed as His. 342) projects and papers will be required. Pre- units. A survey of evangelical Protestantism in the requisite: Bib 277 and 278. Three units. context of American history. Its historical 203. Missionary Methods and development is traced by looking at major 492. Senior Integration Paper in Problems evangelical figures, movements, organiza- Biblical Studies Methods of conducting the missionary ef- tions, denominations, and events since the See page 27. fort in foreign countries will be studied in colonial period. The course explores the relation to such matters as communica- influence of evangelicalism on the develop- 493. Biblical Studies Seminar tions, elenctics, identification, unaccept- ment of American intellectual, social, and A course designed to provide opportunity able accommodation, the support and gov- political culture. It also considers the his- to apply research methods and to engage in ernment of local churches, the problem of torical relationship between the evangelical intensive study of biblical subjects under church and state, and various types of mis- and Reformed traditions. Three units. the supervision of one or more professors in sionary endeavors. Prerequisite Bib 111 or the department. The subject matter will 129, and 142 or 148. Three units. 389. Seminar on Calvin’s Institutes vary each year according to the particular A study of the theology of John Calvin as interests and emphasis of the professor or 301. History of Missions presented in his Institutes of the Christian professors. Prerequisite: 277 and 278. Three The purpose of this course is to interpret Religion. Prerequisite: Bib 277 and 278. units. missiologically the history of the church Three units. worldwide and to apply the insights which emerge to present-day strategies of mis-

40 Biology sions. Doctrines, methods, and the dynam- that they may be properly informed of the ics of expansion will be studied as will the requirements and aims of the program. A means of renewal and the structures of student entering this program will ordinar- missions. Three units. ily have to make his or her decision earlier in his or her college career than is necessary 302. World Religions for some other programs. All biology ma- An analytical and critical appraisal of the jors are required to take either the subject major non-Christian religious ideologies of GRE, MCAT, DAT, VCAT, or equivalent animism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Shintoism, Biology as a graduation requirement. Islam, and Judaism. Emphasis will be placed Core requirements ...... 63 on the world- and life-views with which their followers confront the missionary. Department Goals Major and Supporting Course Prerequisites: Bib 277 and 278. Three units. Requirements* For General Education General Professional Option 303. Modern Religious Cults To help students develop an understanding Bio 111-112. General Biology ...... 8 A critical study of the modern cults active in of living organisms that will enable them: Bio 360. Ecology ...... 4 America today. Emphasis will be placed on • to perceive the order and design therein Bio 392. Directed Individual Study ... 1-3 their historical development and their doc- and to revere more highly the God who Bio 413. Genetics ...... 4 trinal emphasis as derived from their origi- created life; Bio 490. Biology Seminar ...... 1,1 nal sources. The practical effects on the • to appreciate life and become better stew- Bio 491. Biological Perspectives ...... 2 worldview and everyday life of their adher- ards of nature; Biology electives, upper-division .... 14-16 ents will also be studied. Prerequisites: Bib • to make intelligent decisions on contem- Bio 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 277 and 278. Three units. porary issues such as creation and evolu- Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 tion, genetic manipulation, test tube ba- Che 323-324. Organic Chemistry ...... 8 401. Missions Seminar bies, and fetal research. Mathematics through 142. Pre-Calculus A course designed to engage in intensive Mathematics. If a math placement study of one of the areas of missiology such For the Major Field level of 4 or higher is received, then as church growth, missionary anthropol- • to provide more thorough development one additional math course is required ogy, worldviews, ecumenism, history of of the goals for general education; (e.g. Calculus I, Elementary Statistical missions or theology of missions. Study • to familiarize students with the modern Method) ...... 4 or 8 papers and discussions will form the basis concepts of biology; Phy 131-132. General College for evaluation. Prerequisites: Bib 277, 278 • to help students learn a context and be Physics ...... 8 and Mis 202. Three units. able to incorporate new information into Major requirements Subtotal .....65 or 72 it; Grand total ...... 128-135 404 (204). Missions Practicum • to prepare students for satisfying areas of Students may receive up to three units of service including secondary school teach- Bio-Medical Option credit for work done in connection with a ing, various environmental options, and A minimum combined SAT score of 1200 variety of summer service programs spon- additional training in medical studies or or equivalent is strongly recommended for sored by Mission to the World (the foreign graduate school. this option. This option is the same as the missions agency of the Presbyterian Church general professional option except for: in America) or other approved agencies. 1. substitute Che 423. Biochemistry for Requirements vary according to the agency Requirements for Major in Bio 360. Ecology; and project. One, two, or three units. Biology 2. biology electives—choose 12 hours from: Bio 311, 319, 320, 321, 323, The core and distribution requirements of 340, 345, 390 or other courses ap- a major in biology are those listed for bac- proved by advisor; calaureate degrees on page 26 with the 3. some medical schools specify Mat 145. following exceptions: A minimum com- Calculus as one of the entrance require- bined SAT score of 1100 (or ACT equiva- ments. lent) is required for biology majors; and Laboratory Science (4 hours) is not re- quired. *These requirements may include enough units in chem- The biology major calls for early and istry for a chemistry minor. If an additional minor is desired, the total number of units taken may exceed the extensive counseling of students in order 126 needed for graduation.

41 Biology

Environmental Option students. Prerequisite: one year of high creationist alternatives. Students electing Covenant is affiliated with the AuSable school biology. Four units each. 315 will write one paper. Three Units. Institute of Environmental Studies in Michi- gan. By completing both their and our 219. Nutrition 319. Nutrition programs, a student may earn an environ- The course includes a study of the various The course covers many of the topics listed mental certificate (environmental analyst, types of nutrients, how they are digested, in Bio 219 but is designed for the advanced land resources analyst, water resources ana- absorbed, and metabolized and how they biology student. The course is presented in lyst, or naturalist). Covenant will give credit function. Guidelines are given for amounts a flexible directed study format that in- for most AuSable Institute courses. Fellow- of the various nutrients needed to maintain cludes attendance of selected lectures in the ships and scholarships are available. See good health and proper weight, and stu- Bio 219 course, literature reviews of se- Professor Wenger for further information dents are provided some experience in ana- lected topics of interest to the student and and application papers. lyzing their own diets. Laws regulating in- analysis of current research reports in the Bio 111-112. General Biology ...... 8 gredients are examined. Prerequisites: high biomedical literature. Prerequisite: Bio 111- Bio 360. Ecology ...... 4 school chemistry and biology. Three units. 112. Three units. Bio 413. Genetics ...... 4 Bio 490. Biology Seminar ...... 1,1 220-221. Human Anatomy and 320. Comparative Anatomy Bio 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 Physiology Classification and comparison of typical Biology electives, upper-division ...... 12 The structure and functions of the human chordate animals with emphasis on the (As approved by advisor) body. The students will study the body vertebrates. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 or Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 from the systems perspective. The cat is equivalent. Two hours lecture. Six hours Mat 142. Pre-calculus Mathematics ..... 4 used for dissection purposes. Three hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: $25. Four units. Phy 131-132. General College Physics lecture. Three hours laboratory. Labora- or Che 323-324. Organic tory fee: $20 per semester. Four units each. 321. Comparative Animal Physiology Chemistry ...... 8 A comparative study of functions of animal Sta 251. Elementary Statistical 240. Microbiology organ systems. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 Methods ...... 4 Same topics as in Bio 340, but Bio 111-112 or equivalent. Three hours lecture. Three Summer(s) at AuSable Institute not required as prerequisite. Laboratory hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: $15. Four (3 courses) ...... 12 fee: $20. Four units. units. Total ...... 68 311. Practicum in Biology 323. Embryology Secondary School Option Introduction to work in a biologically re- Experimental and descriptive aspects of ani- See page 83 for requirements for major in lated area (medical, nutritional, environ- mal development, with emphasis on verte- natural science with Georgia secondary mental, business). Prerequisites: Bio 111- brates. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 or equiva- school broad fields science certification 112, Che 121-122, plus possible other lent. Three hours lecture. Three hours labo- (grades 7-12). appropriate courses depending on the area ratory. Laboratory fee: $15 breakage de- chosen. Not open to freshman. Thirty hours posit. Four units. Requirements for Minor in work time per credit hour. Repeatable. Biology One to three units. 324. Biology of Invertebrates The study of invertebrate animals with Bio 111-112. General Biology ...... 8 312 . Practicum in Physical Therapy emphasis on structure, function and taxon- Biology electives ...... 12 Introduction to work in the field of physical omy. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 or equiva- Total ...... 20 therapy. The practicum can be done under lent. Three hours lecture. Three hours labo- a certified physical therapist in a hospital, ratory. Laboratory fee: $20. Four units. clinic or private office. Prerequisites: Bio 220. Not open to freshman. Thirty hours 340. Microbiology Biology Courses work time per credit hour. Repeatable. Life histories, morphology, physiology, One to three units identification, culture techniques, environ- 111-112. General Biology mental microbiology, control, pathology Basic principles of biology at molecular, 315 (215). Macroevolution and and immunity. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 cellular, organ system, organismic and com- Microevolution or equivalent. Three hours lecture. Three munity levels. Three hours lecture. Three An examination of the theory of evolution hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: $20. Four hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: $15 per including historical perspective, currently units. semester. Designed for science majors and accepted mechanism, critical examination pre-nursing, pre-medical and pre-dental of the evidence and exploration of possible

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345. Immunology courses. Topics might include herpetology, (Fellowship recipients are expected to take A study of human defenses against exog- vertebrate natural history, plant physiol- one of these practicums while at AuSable. enous infectious agents and endogenous ogy, human genetics, cancer biology, his- Possibilities are Ecological Agriculture, neoplasia. The course includes an overview tory of biology, animal histology and mi- Global Development and Ecological of the nonspecific defenses but focuses on crotechnique, and methods of biological Sustainability, and Environmental Stew- specific defenses. Prerequisites: Bio 111- research. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 or ardship in the Pacific Rim) 112 and one upper division biology course. equivalent. Repeatable. One to four units. 467. Ecology of India Tropics Three units. 471. Conservation Biology 392. Directed Individual Study 477. Plant Ecology 360. Ecology Individualized study to pursue or review 482. Restoration Ecology Relations of organisms to the physical and certain topics in biology. Prerequisite: per- 485. Marine Stewardship biological conditions under which they live. mission of instructor. Repeatable. One to Three hours lecture. Three hours labora- three units. tory. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 or equiva- lent. Laboratory fee: $15. Four units. 413. Genetics Principles of heredity including classical, 361. Land Resources molecular, cellular, behavioral, and popu- Systems level perspective on land forms. lation genetics. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 Includes analysis and interpretation of data or equivalent. Three hours lecture. Three both on-site and remote-sensing date. In- hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: $15. Four cludes readings on land use and planning. units. Business and Prerequisite: one year of college science. Laboratory fee: $15. Mainly offered at 490. Biology Seminar Economics AuSable Institute. Four units. To be taken once as a junior and once as a senior. All biology majors are expected to 362. Insect Biology and Ecology participate at some level. Consists of pre- Department Goals A study of insect taxonomy, ecology, sentations reviewing current literature, se- anatomy and physiology, and economic nior integration papers, ethics discussions, This department offers four-year majors in importance. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112. etc. repeatable. One unit. both business and economics designed to Laboratory fee: $20. May also be taken at prepare students for careers in areas such as AuSable Institute. Four units. 491. Biological Perspectives government, corporate industry, small busi- History of paradigm change from theism to ness, non-profit organizations, and domes- 363 Ornithology deism. Examination of biological reference tic and international Christian relief and The biology, behavior, ecology, and identi- sources, and reports on current literature. development agencies. Students majoring fication of birds. Laboratory work includes Experimental design and interpretation. in business may use elective hours to gain field work as well as dissecting a pigeon. Prerequisite: Bio 111, 112 and junior level some optional specialization in an account- Prerequisite: Bio 111-112. Laboratory fee: standing. Two units. ing concentration or in minors in econom- $15. May also be taken at AuSable Insti- ics or in economic development. Students tute. Four units. 492. Senior Integration Paper in with a major other than in business may Biology minor in business, economics, or economic 364. Field Botany See page 27. development. The course studies the taxonomy and ecol- The department also offers an Associate ogy of vascular plants as components of The following courses are taught only at of Arts degree in business, requiring two natural communities. Field identification AuSable Institute (see their catalog for course years of study. This degree enables candi- of plant species will be stressed and will descriptions): dates to qualify for various entry-level em- include laboratory dissection and identifi- 260. Natural History in Spring ployment opportunities or to proceed to cation. Prerequisite: Bio 111-112 or per- 262. Natural History of Pacific the regular four-year degree program. mission of instructor. Laboratory fee: $15. Northwest Students choosing to study economic May also be taken at AuSable Institute. 370. Wood Plants development may participate in the activi- Four units. 371. Aquatic Biology ties of the Chalmers Center for Economic 372. Limnology Development, a research and educational 390. Special Topics in Biology 373. Fish Biology and Ecology institute operated under the auspices of the This course explores topics of current inter- 374. Marine Invertebrates Department of Business and Economics. est in the department, not covered in other 385. Natural Resources Practicum See description below.

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Emphasis in all programs is placed on the Eco 201. Principles of Concentration in Accounting development of a Christian worldview as it Macroeconomics ...... 3 Acc 201. Principles of Accounting I ..... 3 applies to the business and economics di- Eco 202. Principles of Acc 202. Principles of Accounting II .... 3 mensions of the created order. Microeconomics ...... 3 Acc 300. Intermediate Accounting I ..... 3 Requirements for the various programs Fin 340. Principles of Finance ...... 3 Acc 301. Intermediate Accounting II.... 3 are presented below. Departmental materi- Mat 144. Finite Mathematics ...... 4 Acc 305. Cost Accounting ...... 3 als giving more specific guidance are made Mkt 300. Principles of Marketing ...... 3 Acc 405. Principles of Taxation ...... 3 available in the academic advising process. Sta 251. Elementary Statistical Acc 410. Auditing ...... 3 Methods ...... 4 Upper division accounting elective or The Chalmers Center for Economic Major requirements subtotal ...... 54 Ics 240. Information Systems for Development Grand total ...... 126 Management ...... 3 The Chalmers Center for Economic Devel- Total ...... 24 opment is a research and educational insti- Please consult course descriptions tute devoted to training workers in church- Requirements for Major in regarding prerequisites. based ministries that bring economic devel- Economics opment and spiritual transformation to the Minor in Economics poor. In collaboration with partnering agen- Major and Supporting Course Eco 201. Principles of cies and churches worldwide, the Center Requirements Macroeconomics ...... 3 initiates pilot projects that serve as labora- Eco 201. Principles of Eco 202. Principles of tories for the development of new models Macroeconomics ...... 3 Microeconomics ...... 3 that can be replicated by others. Students Eco 202. Principles of Four economics courses from the taking appropriate courses in economic Microeconomics ...... 3 following: Eco 301, 302, 400, development may apply for domestic and Eco 301. Intermediate 410, 420, 430 ...... 12 international internships in these projects, Macroeconomics ...... 3 Total ...... 18 providing them a unique opportunity to Eco 302. Intermediate participate in the development of state-of- Microeconomics ...... 3 Minor in U.S. Economic the-art strategies and to gain practical expe- Eco 465. Econometrics I...... 3 Development rience. Eco 466. Econometrics II ...... 3 Bus 330 or 333. Small Business Eco 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 3 Management or Entrepreneurship .... 3 Four other economics courses Eco 202. Principles of Requirements for Major in numbered 400 or above ...... 12 Microeconomics ...... 3 Business *Mat 144. Finite Mathematics or Eco 205. (Ids 205) The Church and Mat 145. Calculus I ...... 4 Social Concern ...... 3 The core and distribution requirements for Sta 251. Elementary Statistical Eco 420. U.S. Urban Poverty ...... 3 a major in business are those listed for Methods ...... 4 Eco 442. Domestic Microenterprise baccalaureate degrees on page 26, with Total ...... 41 Development ...... 3 exception to mathematics (4 hours) which Eco 445. Community Development is incorporated into the major. in the United States ...... 3 Core requirements ...... 59 Requirements for Eco 460. Cross-Cultural Social Electives ...... 13 Concentrations and Minors Science Research Methods ...... 2 (four credits optional) Major and Supporting Course Minor in Business Eco 470. Domestic Holistic Requirements Acc 201. Principles of Accounting I ..... 3 Development Practicum ...... 3 Acc 201. Principles of Accounting I ..... 3 Acc 202. Principles of Accounting II .... 3 His 371. History and Culture of African Acc 202. Principles of Accounting II .... 3 Bus 300. Principles of Management ..... 4 Americans or His 349. American Bus 300. Principles of Management ..... 4 Bus 345. Business Law ...... 3 Urban History ...... 3 Bus 345. Business Law ...... 3 Eco 202. Principles of Total ...... 26 Bus 350. Business Ethics Seminar...... 3 Microeconomics ...... 3 Bus 400. Strategic Management ...... 3 Mkt 300. Principles of Marketing ...... 3 Minor in International Economic Bus 492. Senior Integration Project in Total ...... 19 Development Business ...... 3 Eco 201. Principles of Twelve units 300-400 level, accounting, Macroeconomics ...... 3 business, economics, finance, *Students contemplating graduate work are strongly Eco 202. Principles of encouraged to take Mathematics 145, 146, 247, and marketing, or Ics 245 ...... 12 331. Microeconomics ...... 3

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Eco 205. (Ids 205) The Church and ing prices, and financial statement analysis. Social Concern ...... 3 Prerequisite: Acc 301. Three units. Eco 410. Third World Economic Accounting Courses Development ...... 3 305. Cost Accounting Eco 448. International 201. Principles of Accounting I A more rigorous treatment of the cost/ Microenterprise Development I ...... 4 A study of the fundamental principles of managerial material covered in Acc 202. Eco 449. International financial accounting as applied to The development of cost accounting sys- Microenterprise Development II ...... 3 proprietorships and partnerships. Cover- tems primarily in the manufacturing envi- Eco 460. Cross-Cultural Social age includes the theory of debits and cred- ronment to facilitate the assignment of Science Research Methods its, the accounting cycle, income statement costs to finished units of product. The use (four credits optional) ...... 2 and balance sheet presentation, special jour- of accounting information by management Eco 471. International Holistic nals, accounting for service and merchan- in planning, controlling, and decision mak- Development Practicum ...... 3 dising enterprises, cash, receivables, inven- ing. Topics include cost definition and His 372. History and Culture of tories, temporary investments, plant assets, behavior concepts, job-order and process Modern Africa or His 235. History payroll, notes payable, other current liabili- costing, special cost allocation methods, of the Developing World Since ties, and intangible assets. Three units. budgeting, standard costing and variance 1945 or His 332. Modern Middle analysis, variable vs. full absorption cost- East or Soc 229. Cultural 202. Principles of Accounting II ing, profit planning using cost-volume- Anthropology ...... 3 A continuation of Acc 201 with treatment profit relationships, non-routine decisions, Total ...... 27 extended to corporations. Coverage includes and performance evaluation. Prerequisite: stockholders’ equity, long-term liabilities, Acc 202. Three units. Requirements for Associate time value of money concepts, long-term of Arts Degree in Business investments, statement of cash flows, and 310. Accounting Information Systems financial statement analysis. Introduction A study of accounting information systems Core Requirements to cost/managerial accounting including and their role in the organization. Topics (for details see p. 28) job order and process costing in the manu- include systems analysis and design, the Old Testament ...... 3 facturing environment, budgeting, stan- fundamentals of the use of computer tech- New Testament ...... 3 dard costs and variance analysis, cost-vol- nology, controls over computer-based sys- English Composition ...... 3 ume-profit relationships, cost allocation, tems, and selected applications. Three units. Laboratory Science ...... 4 differential analysis, capital expenditure The Christian Mind ...... 2 analysis, and managerial control and deci- 405. Principles of Taxation Finite Mathematics ...... 4 sion making. Prerequisite: Acc 201, Mat Covers the principles of federal income Cultural Heritage of the West I, II ...... 6 144. Three units. taxation as they are applied primarily to Art and Music in the Cultural Heritage individuals and corporations. Some limited of the West ...... 2 301. Intermediate Accounting I coverage given to partnerships, estates, and Contemporary Global History...... 3 This course begins with a review of the trusts. Emphasis is given to the conceptual Physical Education 151-152 ...... 3 accounting cycle at the introductory level foundations with some treatment of com- Social Science Elective ...... 3 and progresses to more rigorous levels of pliance and procedures. Prerequisite: Acc Core subtotal ...... 36 financial accounting. Emphasis is on in- 202. Three units. depth treatment of the measurement of the Area of Concentration elements of the balance sheet and income 410. Auditing Acc 201. Principles of Accounting I ..... 3 statement; consideration of the conceptual A course covering the fundamentals of the Acc 202. Principles of Accounting II .... 3 framework of accounting theory and the attest function performed by the profes- Bus 300. Principles of Management ..... 4 authoritative literature; further treatment sional accountant. Emphasis is on topics Bus 345. Business Law ...... 3 of time value of money concepts. Prerequi- related to public accounting such as profes- Eco 201. Principles of site: Acc 202. Three units. sional standards and ethics, legal liability, Macroeconomics ...... 3 evidence, internal control, and reports of Eco 202. Principles of 302. Intermediate Accounting II financial statements. Brief coverage is given Microeconomics ...... 3 A continuation of Acc 301. Special topics to the internal audit functions. Prerequi- Fin 340. Principles of Finance ...... 3 include leases, pensions, financial report- site: Acc 301. Three units. Ics 121. Microcomputer Applications... 2 ing of income taxes, accounting changes Mkt 300. Principles of Marketing ...... 3 and error analysis, statement of cash flows, 411. Accounting Internship Concentration subtotal ...... 27 earnings per share, accounting for chang- This course allows students to earn a spe- Grand total ...... 64 cific number of academic credits for evalu-

45 Business and Economics ating work experience in light of concepts international models. Contemporary top- 345. Business Law and techniques taught in college classes, ics such as union avoidance, decertifica- An introductory course in the applied prin- texts, and publications. Upon registration, tion, and labor-management cooperation ciples of business law, based on a case study a contract must be signed by the student, a are also covered. In addition there is a of contracts, negotiable instruments, agency, faculty evaluator, and an employer specify- collective-bargaining simulation compo- sales, bailments, and the transfer of real and ing a minimum number of hours to be nent. Prerequisite: Bus 300. Three units. personal property by individuals, partner- worked on meaningful projects, an em- ships and corporations. Prerequisite: Bus ployer evaluation at the conclusion of the 322. Legal Environment of 300. Three units. intern’s work, a log of activities, and a paper Employment which makes conceptual connections be- Taught from a compliance management 350. Business Ethics Seminar tween coursework and the field experience. perspective, this course exposes students to Conceptual approaches to ethics will be Prerequisites: Acc 201, 202, 301. One to the legislation and common law that im- critically evaluated including a self-con- three units. pact the highly regulated employer-em- sciously Christian approach. Contempo- ployee relationship. Prerequisite: Bus 300. rary articles about business ethical issues 490. Independent Study Three units. will also be discussed. Students will develop Directed studies in accounting topics for their own responses to a series of cases that juniors and seniors. Students must develop 323. Compensation raise typical ethical issues encountered in a course proposal and obtain a formal agree- Students will learn the theory and contem- business. Prerequisite: Bus 300. Three units. ment from a department faculty member. porary practices utilized by sophisticated employers to determine employee pay. 400. Strategic Management 499. Selected Topics Through exercises, students will develop As a capstone to the business program, this Course content to be determined by special skills in techniques like those used to deter- course concentrates on integration of the student needs. Prerequisite: permission of mine pay scales, pay ranges and level of business disciplines through lectures and instructor. benefits. Prerequisite: Bus 320. Three units. cases in business from diverse industries. Strategic issues faced by organizations are 330. Entrepreneurship comprehensively analyzed including their From a Christian perspective, this course ethical dimensions. Prerequisite: Bus 300, Business Courses focuses on all aspects of starting a business: 345; Fin 340, Mkt 300, Senior standing. one’s motivation and objectives, selecting Three units. 300. Principles of Management promising ideas, beginning new ventures, Covers the concepts, issues, terminology, and obtaining initial financing. We con- 411. Business Internship and practices of contemporary manage- centrate on practical issues including where This course allows students to earn a spe- ment in a global community. Contribu- to get ideas, how ventures are begun, what cific number of academic credits for evalu- tions from organizational experience, resources you need for start-ups, how to ating work experience in light of concepts theory, and research are examined as they evaluate proposals, and anticipating legal and techniques taught in college classes, relate to understanding, predicting, and and tax implications. In teams, students texts, and publications. Upon registration, controlling business outcomes. Prerequi- will develop a business plan. Three credits. a contract must be signed by the student, a site: Eng 111, 252; Ics 122, Mat 144, Sta faculty evaluator, and an employer specify- 251, Acc 201, 202; Eco 201, 202; Junior 333. Small Business Management ing a minimum number of hours to be standing. Four units. Students will learn the intricacies and com- worked on meaningful projects, an em- plexities of owning and/or managing a small ployer evaluation at the conclusion of the 320. Human Resource Management business in the current American and glo- intern’s work, a log of activities, and a paper Emphasizes the importance of employees bal business environment. Prerequisite: Bus which makes conceptual connections be- to successful achievement of organizational 300. Three units. tween coursework and the field experience. goals. Current practices in areas such as Prerequisites: Acc 201; Eco 202; Bus 300; employment, training, compensation, 344. Organizational Behavior Mkt 300 and Senior class standing. One to health and safety, and employee relations Emphasizes the practical application of be- three units. are examined in light of the latest theory havioral science theory and research to or- and research. Prerequisite: Bus 300; Ics ganizations. Topical areas include motiva- 122. Three units. tion, reward systems, leadership, social in- 490. Independent Study fluence, group dynamics, and organization Directed studies in business topics for jun- 321. Labor Relations change. Prerequisite: Bus 300. Three units. iors and seniors. Students must develop a Acquaints students with the history of labor course proposal and obtain formal agree- relations in the United States in contrast to

46 Business and Economics ment from a department faculty member. 202. Principles of Microeconomics 400. International Economics Two or three units. An introduction to the behavior of indi- A course examining the basic international vidual consumers and businesses. Topics trade and financial relationships between 491. Senior Seminar in Business and include human motivation, the role of prices, countries. Topics in the trade portion of the Economics perfect and imperfect competition, supply course include: the determination of the This seminar focuses on helping students and demand, market outcomes, govern- pattern of trade, the impacts of tariffs and develop in two areas: (1) comprehensively ment intervention, and selected applica- quotas, gains from trade, the role of imper- applying the content of courses in the CORE tions. Christian perspectives on the nature fect competition, the structure of the inter- and their major to the fields of business and of mankind, market outcomes, the role of national trading system. Topics in the fi- economics, and (2) producing a first draft government, and the presuppositions of nance portion include: exchange rate deter- of their senior integration paper. Expecta- modern economic analysis will be explored. mination, the impact of exchange rates on tions and requirements for the SIP will be Prerequisite: Mat 141. Three units. unemployment and inflation, and the role specified. Students will be nurtured through of government monetary and fiscal policy. giving presentations that will be critiqued 205. The Church and Social Concern A Christian critique of nationalism in inter- by their peers and professors. Through this (Ids 205) national economic affairs will be empha- process everyone should develop and be- A biblical, theological, and historical sur- sized. Prerequisite: Eco 201 and 202. Three come more confident in applying a biblical vey of the church’s response to social prob- units. worldview to issues in our disciplines. Pre- lems. Specific emphasis will be given to requisites: Bus 350 & 400, or permission of assessing the nature and extent of the 410. Third World Economic the department. Three units. church’s responsibility for addressing the Development varied dimensions of poverty. The course A course exploring the basic theories of 492. Senior Integration Paper in will include a strongly practical dimension poverty in Third World countries and ex- Business where students, as members of Christ’s amining the policies which have been pur- An independent study required of all stu- body, will identify specific approaches to sued to alleviate that poverty. Topics cov- dents majoring in business. The student personal application. Three units. ered include: the role of agriculture, the will explore and analyze a topic related to process of industrialization, physical and the student’s area of interest in business in 301. Intermediate Macroeconomics human capital accumulation, growth and the light of Christian philosophy. The study A detailed examination of the determinants equity, trade policies, international capital will ordinarily result in a written thesis and of national income, prices, unemployment, flows, the World Bank, and the role of an oral examination. Prerequisite: Bus 350, interest rates, and growth. Models are de- institutions. In addition, the basic presup- 400. Three units. veloped which enable students to explore positions of mainstream development ef- the interaction of aggregate supply with forts will be highlighted and critiqued from 499. Selected Topics aggregate demand, the latter consisting of a Christian perspective. Prerequisite: Eco Course content will be determined by the expenditures by households, businesses, and 201 and 202. Three units. department. Three units. governments. The impacts of monetary and fiscal policies are explored in depth. 411. Economics Internship Christian perspectives on the role of gov- This course allows students to earn a spe- ernment in achieving national objectives cific number of academic credits for evalu- Economics Courses will be examined. Prerequisite: Eco 201 ating work experience in light of concepts and 202. Three units. and techniques taught in college classes, 201. Principles of Macroeconomics texts, and publications. Upon registration, An introduction to the major problems 302. Intermediate Microeconomics a contract must be signed by the student, a facing national economies: inflation, un- An in-depth examination of the theories of faculty evaluator, and an employer specify- employment, growth, and poverty. The consumer and producer behavior. The core ing a minimum number of hours to be roles of fiscal, monetary, and other govern- of the course material provides a theoretical worked on meaningful projects, an em- ment policies will be examined. Consider- treatment of supply and demand and their ployer evaluation at the conclusion of the able time will be spent presenting basic implications for market outcomes. Topics intern’s work, a log of activities, and a paper economic concepts, institutions, tools, and include market efficiency, market failures, which makes conceptual connections be- methodologies in order to prepare students imperfect information, strategic behavior, tween coursework and the field experience. for future economics courses. Christian per- externalities, and selected applications. A Prerequisites: Eco 201, 202 and one 300 spectives on mankind’s stewardship respon- detailed analysis of the presuppositions of level or higher Economics course. One to sibilities will be explored. Prerequisite: Mat modern economic analysis will be explored three units. 141. Three units. from a Christian perspective. Prerequisite: Eco 201 and 202. Three units.

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420. U.S. Urban Poverty church in holistic ministry to the poor. The cross-cultural understanding and adjust- A course exploring the causes of poverty in course provides the student with a process ment. It also studies social science research U.S. urban centers and policies to alleviate useful to identifying, linking, and coordi- ethics, research design, qualitative and quan- that poverty. The impacts of technological nating existing community assets and insti- titative research methods, and how to maxi- change, discrimination, institutions, glo- tutions, and ways to use these assets and mize validity and reliability in cross-cul- balization, and values on poverty will be institutions to generate employment op- tural social science research. Students will examined. The effects of welfare, educa- portunities for impoverished communities. gain practical experience in doing both tional programs, affirmative action, and Prerequisites: Economics 201 and 202. qualitative and quantitative research projects other public policies will be explored. Prac- Three units. in the class. Two or four units. tical tools for urban development will be presented. Particular emphasis will be placed 448. International Microenterprise 465. Econometrics I on the presuppositions and historical expe- Development I A course in the essential tools of statistical riences of government efforts to alleviate A course exploring microenterprise pro- analysis which are employed by econo- urban poverty. Prerequisite: Eco 201 and grams in the context of less developed coun- mists. The basics of bivariate and multi- 202. Three units. tries. Students will be introduced to the variate regression will be covered, and stu- complex range of economic, social, and dents will be taught to use computer soft- 430. Labor Economics institutional issues facing microenterprise ware for data preparation and analysis. This course covers the basic issues regard- agencies and will be instructed in the finan- Emphasis will be placed on formulating ing the supply and demand for labor. Top- cial, organizational, and managerial dimen- testable economic hypotheses and on de- ics include wage determination, the role of sions of starting and operating a signing a research project in preparation for human capital, labor unions, discrimina- microenterprise program. Emphasis will be Econometrics II. Prerequisites: Sta 251, tion, segmented labor markets, employee placed on implementing microenterprise Eco 201 and 202. Three units. compensation mechanisms, U.S. labor laws, programs in the context of holistic, church- and employer-employee relations. Empha- based ministries. Prerequisites: Eco 202. 466. Econometrics II sis will be placed on laborers as image Four units. A sequel to Econometrics I, this course bearers of God rather than as mere inputs introduces students to more advanced top- into the production process. Prerequisite: 449. International Microenterprise ics in statistical analysis and guides them Eco 201 and 202. Three units. Development II through a major empirical research project. A field-based course in which students will Topics covered will include: 442. Domestic Microenterprise expand their theoretical and operational misspecification, heteroskedasticity, Development knowledge of international microenterprise multicollinearity, and simultaneity. Profi- A course examining how to establish a development while engaging in actual ciency in using statistical software will be holistic ministry that empowers the poor to microenterprise work. Students will be given emphasized. Students will complete the become self-sufficient by starting and cre- directed readings and perform research re- research project designed in Econometrics ating their own businesses. Major topics lated to microenterprise development. I by writing a major, empirical research include building and administering a Topics will include an in-depth examina- paper in which they test some economic Microenterprise Development (MED) or- tion of church-based, holistic hypothesis. Prerequisites: Eco 465. Three ganization; marketing it to entrepreneurs microenterprise; grassroots development units. and the community; designing program theory and practice; development finance activities such as mentoring, worldview in- and informal finance; microenterprise man- 470. Domestic Holistic Development struction, small business training, network- agement information systems; and impact Practicum ing, investing and lending; and financing a assessment. Students will complete a field- A course in which students apply the tech- MED program. Students will develop a based research project. Prerequisites: Eco- niques learned in Eco 440 or 445 in intern- project proposal for an organization or nomics 448. Taken Concurrently with Eco- ships in holistic, Christian community de- church. Prerequisites or Corequisites: Eco- nomics 471. Three units. velopment projects in the United States. nomics 202 and Business 330 or Business These projects will normally be collabora- 333. Three units. 460. Cross-Cultural Social Science tive efforts between the Chalmers Center, a Research Methods research and educational institute housed 445. Community Development in the This course trains students in the funda- at the college, and a holistic, church-based United States mentals of doing social science research in community agency. Every attempt will be This course introduces the concepts of cross-cultural contexts both within the U.S. made to match the student’s interests and faith-based community and economic de- and abroad. The course examines the cul- abilities with the appropriate project and velopment in the United States with a tural and social elements in cross-cultural position. Prerequisites: Eco 205, 442, 445 particular emphasis on the role of the local social science research including issues in and 460. Three units.

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471. International Holistic reorganization. Prerequisite: Bus 300. Three 336. Principles of Transportation/ Development Practicum units. Distribution A course in which students apply the tech- A study of the marketing characteristics niques learned in Eco 450 in internships in 490. Independent Study and regulatory problems of transporting by holistic, church-based microenterprise Directed studies in finance topics for jun- rail, motor, air, and water. Prerequisite: projects in less developed countries. These iors and seniors. Students must develop a Mkt 300. Three units. projects will normally be collaborative ef- course proposal and obtain formal agree- forts between the Chalmers Center, a re- ment from a department faculty member. 410. Marketing Research search and educational institute housed at Two or three units. A course designed to give students a basic the college, and a holistic, church-based understanding of the value and techniques agency in a less developed country. Every 499. Selected Topics of marketing research. Prerequisite: Mkt attempt will be made to match the student’s Course content will be determined by the 300. Three units. interests and abilities with the appropriate department. Three units. project and position. Prerequisites: Eco 205, 415. Marketing Management 448 and 460. Three units. An integrative course of a student’s knowl- edge of markets and marketing programs 491. Senior Seminar in Business and Marketing Courses from the market manager’s point of view. Economics Prerequisite: Mkt 300 and six additional This seminar focuses on helping students 300. Principles of Marketing credit hours in marketing or permission of develop in two areas: (1) comprehensively The study of consumer and industrial mar- the instructor. Three units. applying the content of courses in the CORE kets and the formulation of marketing poli- and their major to the fields of business and cies and strategies relating to product, price, 499. Selected Topics economics, and, (2) producing a first draft channels of distribution and promotion are Course content determined by special stu- of their senior integration paper. Expec- stressed. The course seeks to explore fash- dent needs. Prerequisite: permission of in- tations and requirements for the SIP will be ion and life cycles and consumer behavior structor. specified. Students will be nurtured through as well as the legal and institutional envi- giving presentations that will be critiqued ronment of marketing. Prerequisite: Eng by their peers and professors. Through this 111, 252; Ics 121, Mat 144, Sta 251, Acc process everyone should develop and be- 201, 202; Eco 201, 202; junior standing. come more confident in applying a biblical Three units. worldview to issues in our disciplines. 3 Credits. Prerequisites: Bus 350 & 400, or 331. Retailing permission of the department. A study of retailing in today’s business environment. Retail store organization and 492. Senior Integration Paper in operation are studied. Store location and Economics layout, organizational structure, employee An independent study required of all ma- supervision, customer services and mer- jors in economics. The student will re- chandising techniques are emphasized. Pre- search and analyze a topic in economics in requisite: Mkt 300. Three units. light of a Christian worldview. The result of the study will be a thesis and an oral 332. Consumer Behavior examination. Prerequisite: Eco 301 and An analysis of consumer motivation, pur- 302. Three units. chase decisions, market adjustment, and product innovation, including a survey of related explanatory theories. Prerequisite: Finance Courses Mkt 300. Three units. 335. Promotion 340. Principles of Finance A study of the dimensions of promotional A survey of the general field of finance, marketing, including advertising, personal including various types of business organi- selling, public relations, and sales promo- zation, capitalization, methods of obtain- tion. Prerequisite: Mkt 300. Three units. ing capital, stocks, bonds, mortgages, con- solidations, mergers, business failure and

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score on the SAT or ACT, and an accept- able score on a math placement test given at the beginning of each semester. Chemistry Courses The chemistry major calls for early and extensive counseling of students in order 103. Introductory Chemistry I that they be properly informed of the re- An introduction to the science of chemistry quirements and aims of the program. Stu- with emphasis on basic atomic theory, dents entering this program will ordinarily chemical reactions, properties of the vari- Chemistry have to make their decisions earlier in their ous physical states, and some descriptive college career than is necessary for some chemistry. This course is designed for pre- other programs. nursing students and for those electing to Department Goals take chemistry to fulfil the core curriculum Major and Supporting Course laboratory science requirement. Other stu- For general education Requirements dents needing to take chemistry should To present, through the general survey General Professional Option enroll in 121 unless they do not have the course, both information about and insight Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 prerequisites for that course. Students may into the manner in which the creation is Che 225. Analytical Chemistry...... 4 not receive credit for both Che 103 and sustained by God and thereby to increase Che 323-324. Organic Chemistry ...... 8 Che 121. Three hours lecture. Three hours students’ appreciation of God’s glory in Che 326. Instrumental Analysis...... 4 laboratory. Laboratory fee. Four units. what he has made and to help equip stu- Che 425-426. Physical Chemistry ...... 8 dents to be better stewards of creation. Chemistry electives ...... 6 104. Introductory Chemistry II If a minor is desired, this may be Basic organic chemistry and an introduc- For the Major Field reduced to 3 units. tion to biochemistry. Common functional To provide students with a large body of Che 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 groups and classes of compounds impor- information and techniques and with an Mat 145-146 Calculus I, II ...... 8 tant in human biochemistry are studied. appreciation of the role of chemical inves- Mat 247. Calculus III ...... 4 Emphasis on chemistry related to nursing tigation in the kingdom of God. To prepare Phy 231-232. General Physics ...... 8 science. Students may not receive credit for students for careers in professional chemis- Total ...... 60 both Che 104 and Che 122. Prerequisite: try or for admission into medical school. Che 103 or permission of the instructor. Three hours lecture. Three hours labora- For Related Fields Georgia Secondary School tory. Laboratory fee. Four units. To meet the needs of students with career Certification interests in other natural sciences and the Certification to teach chemistry at the sec- 121. General Chemistry I health care professions. ondary level can be pursued by selecting a Fundamental chemical principles and their To provide some measure of technical concentration in chemistry within the ma- applications. Atomic theory, stoichiometry, expertise and grasp of the limitations and jor in natural science. See the requirements molecular structure, and the properties of successful applications of chemistry as it for the Broad Fields Science Certification the various physical states are presented. relates to other callings. in the Natural Science section on page 83. This course is designed for students in the following programs: chemistry major, biol- Requirements for Minor in ogy major, pre-medical program, and pre- Requirements for Major in Chemistry engineering program. Students may not Chemistry receive credit for both Che 103 and Che Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 121. Prerequisites: one year of high school The core and distribution requirements for Chemistry electives (Che 225 or chemistry and Mat 141 or two years of high a major in chemistry are those listed for above) ...... 12 school algebra. Special permission of the baccalaureate degrees on page 26 with the If the core requirement in laboratory instructor may be given if these prerequi- following exceptions: mathematics (4 hours) science is met by a 4-unit sequence in a sites are not met. Three hours lecture. Three and laboratory science (4 hours) are incor- science other than chemistry, this may hours laboratory. Laboratory fee. Four units. porated in the major. be reduced to 8 units. Entering freshmen who plan to major in Total ...... 20 122. General Chemistry II chemistry should plan to take calculus the A continuation of 121. Solution properties first year. Placement in calculus is based on and additional aspects of chemical bonding a strong high school math background and structure are presented. Chemical ki- (through trigonometry), an acceptable math netics, equilibrium, electrochemistry, and

50 Computer Science/Economics some descriptive chemistry are studied. 232. Three hours lecture. Four hours labo- 428. Inorganic Chemistry Qualitative analysis is included as a major ratory. Laboratory fee. Four units. An advanced study of the theory and prac- component of the laboratory. Students may tice of modern inorganic chemistry. In- not receive credit for both Che 104 and 332. Environmental Chemistry cludes the synthesis and reactions of inor- Che 122. Prerequisite: Che 121. Three Principles and analysis of chemical move- ganic compounds, reaction mechanisms, hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. ment and distribution in natural environ- crystal theory, and group theory. The labo- Laboratory fee. Four units. ments. Sampling and analytical methods ratory (optional) stresses advanced tech- are included for water, soil, and air. Work niques in synthetic inorganic chemistry. 225. Analytical Chemistry will be conducted both on site in natural Prerequisite: Che 121, 122. Three hours An introduction to the principles and prac- habitats and in the laboratory. Prerequisite: lecture. Three hours laboratory (optional). tices of quantitative chemical analysis. one year of general chemistry and one se- Laboratory fee. Three or four units. Gravimetric, volumetric, and potentiomet- mester of either biochemistry or organic ric methods are studied. Includes statistical chemistry. AuSable Institute. Four units. 492. Senior Integration Paper in evaluation of data and experimental design. Chemistry Prerequisite: Che 121, 122. Two hours 401-402. Research See page 27. lecture. Six hours laboratory. Laboratory One or two semesters of chemical research fee. Four units. may be carried out by qualified students. Includes the study of the use of chemical 323. Organic Chemistry I literature, followed by application to a spe- A study of the chemistry of hydrocarbons, cific chemical research project. Prerequi- alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers. Molecu- site: Che 324. One to two units per semes- lar structure, stereochemistry, methods of ter. preparation, physical properties, and reac- tions are covered. Infrared and nuclear mag- 422. Advanced Organic Chemistry netic resonance spectroscopy are introduced. An intensive study of selected topics in Computer Reaction mechanisms are stressed. Prereq- organic chemistry. Laboratory work con- uisite: Che 122 or a grade of B or better in sists of purification and systematic identifi- Science Che 104. Three hours lecture. Three hours cation of organic compounds. Prerequisite: laboratory. Laboratory fee. Four units. Che 324. Two hours lecture. Six hours See Information Sciences. laboratory. Laboratory fee. Four units. 324. Organic Chemistry II A continuation of the study of organic 423. Biochemistry compounds. Families covered include aro- The study of the chemistry of living organ- matic hydrocarbons, phenols, aryl halides, isms and life processes, including the chem- aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and istry of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, vita- their derivatives, amines, carbohydrates, lip- mins and hormones. Prerequisite or ids, amino acids, proteins, and nucleic ac- corequisite: Che 324. Three hours lecture. ids. Prerequisite: Che 323. Three hours Three units. lecture. Three hours laboratory. Labora- Economics tory fee. Four units. 425. Physical Chemistry I A study of the gaseous, liquid, and solid See Business and Economics. 326. Instrumental Analysis states of matter using classical and statisti- Principles of design and operation of mod- cal thermodynamics. Prerequisites: Che ern instrumentation in chemistry. Consid- 121, 122; Phy 231, 232; Mat 145, 146 or eration of methods common in chemical permission of the instructor. Three hours research as well as in applied sciences such lecture. Three hours laboratory. Labora- as environmental monitoring and medi- tory fee. Four units. cine. Techniques include: optical spectros- copies, magnetic resonance, mass spectrom- 426. Physical Chemistry II etry, instrumental chromatographies, and A study of quantum mechanics, chemical dynamic electrochemistry, introduction to equilibria, electrochemistry, and chemical digital signal processing and laboratory au- kinetics. Prerequisite: Che 425. Three tomation. Prerequisite: Che 324; Phy 231, hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Laboratory fee. Four units.

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then apply their convictions in professional field-based. The fall semester of the senior settings. year will be taught in three separate blocks. Students also identify and understand Students will be in a local school classroom individual pupil characteristics and abili- all day on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There- ties as well as community, social and cul- fore, it is extremely important for stu- tural characteristics that influence the edu- dents to take courses according to the cational process in a given setting. All these program schedule. (For example, all Gen- understandings then influence the plan- eral Education Courses must be completed Education ning of curricula, the selection of materials by the end of one’s junior year.) and technologies, and the identification of Education students must take the appro- appropriate teaching methods and evalua- priate Praxis II tests in order to graduate. A Certification Programs tion procedures. student must receive passing scores on Praxis Available Seven expected results are demonstrated II to be recommended for a Georgia teach- by undergraduate students upon comple- ing certificate. Elementary Education tion of the Teacher Education Program. Students who possess an accredited de- Early Childhood (P-5) certification gree in either history, English, science, or Middle Grade (4-8) certification Undergraduate students will: mathematics may be eligible to complete an Secondary Education 1. develop, articulate, and apply a Christian alternative preparation program. Please 7-12 certification worldview to: the mission of the school, contact the director of secondary educa- English the nature of the learner, the role of the tion. History teacher, the nature of the subject matter, Mathematics and the dynamics of the teaching/learn- Science (Broad Fields) ing process; Requirements for Georgia 2. possess sufficient knowledge of pupil char- Teacher Certification acteristics and abilities in order to pro- Non-Certification Programs mote meaningful learning;* We prepare students for teacher certifica- Available 3. be able to identify social and cultural tion in the state of Georgia. Currently this characteristics affecting the educational means they must satisfactorily complete Secondary Bible (Biblical Studies Major) process; one of our state-approved teacher educa- Non-Teaching Minor in Education 4. possess sufficient knowledge of the teach- tion programs and demonstrate sufficient ing field content to promote meaningful content knowledge in the area of certifica- learning; tion by obtaining an acceptable score on Master of Education 5. display interpersonal skills that enhance the appropriate Praxis II test. Program meaningful learning; The state of Georgia will issue a teaching 6. be able to organize and manage a class- certificate only to those applicants possess- For a separate M.Ed. academic bulletin, room in which meaningful learning oc- ing a Social Security number. International write to: curs; students may obtain a “temporary” Social Master of Education Office 7. exhibit instructional skills that enhance Security number by contacting the Social Covenant College meaningful learning. Security Office. 14049 Scenic Highway Certification is not a function of Cov- Lookout Mountain, GA 30750-9900 It is believed that these expected results enant but of the state of Georgia. Under- or call (800) 677-3626. will be achieved as students carefully follow graduate students will be recommended for their respective preparation program (Early a Georgia Level 4 certificate after they suc- Childhood, Middle Grades, etc.) A con- cessfully complete one of the programs Teacher Education Program tinual involvement with children and the outlined below and pass the Praxis II certi- actual teaching process will be a necessity. fication test in the subject area and certifi- The purpose of the Teacher Education For students preparing in Early Childhood cation level desired. Program is to prepare competent teachers and Middle Grades, the senior year will be All courses in the professional education who practice their craft according to bibli- sequence must be taken as classroom courses cal precepts in any and every educational *Meaningful learning occurs when learners connect unless special arrangements are made with what they are learning with previous learnings, with setting. To do this, students examine care- other current learnings, and/or with personal knowl- the education department. Not more than fully in the light of God’s Word various edge and experiences in the everyday world. Meaningful six hours of the professional education principles and practices proposed by both learning connects learners with the reality of the created courses may be transferred from another order, and challenges learners to bear responsibility for secular and Christian educators. Students that learning. institution.

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Planning a program leading to certifica- 9. Elementary education majors must have 3. have a satisfactory recommendation by a tion should begin in the freshman year completed Mat 122. Fundamentals of professor under whom two or more edu- since required courses must be taken early Mathematics or be pre-registered for cation courses were taken; in the college program in order to avoid Mat 122 (or have passed the Math Skills 4. have completed the necessary methods scheduling conflicts later on. Persons desir- Test). and professional education courses. ing certification in a state other than Geor- gia should also begin planning early in the A student must make application by com- The professional semester is divided into program in order to meet requirements of pleting the appropriate forms available in two parts to allow for a more varied and the state concerned. Information on the the teacher education office. Each candi- total practicum experience. To achieve this, certification requirements in all states is date is screened by the teacher education students are placed into two different stu- available in the teacher education office. program committee. No professional edu- dent teaching situations. The first practicum Students wishing to be certified at the cation course work may be applied toward experience must be done locally under col- elementary level must select either the early certification requirements until Edu 221 lege supervision, but the second practicum childhood P-5 or middle grades 4-8 certifi- has been successfully completed and ap- may be arranged to be done in a school at cation program early in their college career. proval to enter the program has been some distance from the college. Such ar- Preparation programs differ for the two granted. rangements must be worked out with the levels; students must pay careful attention No education courses beyond Educa- prior approval of the education depart- to the requirements of the program in which tional Psychology can be taken without ment, but students are encouraged to look they are interested. approval to enter the teacher education into possibilities that might enrich their Students wishing certification at the sec- program. For fall approval, application ma- professional semester experience. ondary level (grades 7-12) must meet the terials must be submitted to the teacher Application for student teaching may be requirements of a major in an academic education office by October 15; for spring made upon completion of 74 hours. Stu- discipline and also the requirements of the approval, all application materials must be dents planning to student teach in the fall teaching minor in education. submitted by March 15. semester must submit all application mate- rials by March 15 of the previous semester; students planning to student teach in the Admission to the Teacher Student Teaching and the spring semester must submit all application Education Program Professional Semester materials by October 15 of the previous semester. To be eligible for admission to the teacher Persons desiring to student teach must for- During the practicum weeks of the pro- education program, the student must: mally apply and be approved by the teacher fessional semester, no student will be al- 1. have a cumulative grade-point average education program committee prior to the lowed to engage in any other course work, of 2.5 or better; professional semester. Application forms be it classroom, correspondence or inde- 2. complete Edu 221. Introduction to are available in the teacher education office pendent study. Students are also encour- Teaching with a grade of C- or better; and must be completed before the student aged to avoid any time-consuming jobs 3. complete at least 26 units of credit; can be considered for student teaching. In during the practicum experience, because 4. complete at least one semester in resi- order to apply for student teaching, a stu- full-time effort is needed for adequate per- dence at Covenant; dent must: formance. 5. have a personal interview with a faculty 1. have been accepted into the teacher edu- member of the education department; cation program; 6. receive a recommendation by the dean 2. have completed Edu 221 and 222 with Teacher Education of students; the grade of C- or better in each; Programs 7. receive a recommendation by an adult 3. have completed at least 58 semester units who has knowledge of the candidate’s of credit. personal qualifications for the teaching Elementary Education Major, profession; In order to be approved for student teach- Early Childhood (P-5) 8. either pass Praxis I, or be exempt with an ing, a student must: acceptable score on the SAT or the ACT. 1. have maintained a cumulative grade- Certification An SAT exemption requires at least 1000 point average of 2.5 or better through total, with a minimum 480 verbal and the semester prior to the teaching General Education Core 520 mathematics; an ACT exemption practicum; Humanities requires at least 22 composite, with a 2. have a satisfactory recommendation by a Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 minimum of 21 verbal and 22 math- professor in the major discipline; Bib 142 or 148. New Testament ...... 3 ematics. Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine ...... 6

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Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of the in the Early Grades ...... 3 Math/Science West I, II ...... 6 Edu 454. Organization and Mat 122. Fundamentals of Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural Management of the Early Mathematics ...... 4 Heritage of the West ...... 2 Childhood Classroom ...... 2 NSC 115. Science in Perspective ...... 4 Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 Eng 235. Introduction to Linguistics Other Social Sciences or Eng 236. Grammar for Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 Teachers ...... 3 Cor 340. Christ and Culture Cor 325. Global Trends for 21st Teaching field subtotal ...... 31 Seminar ...... 1 Century ...... 3 Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 His 325. Contemporary Global Professional Education *Foreign Language I, II ...... 8 History ...... 3 Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 Ics 121. Microcomputer Social Science Elective ...... 3 Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 Applications ...... 3 Math/Science Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic PE 151. Concepts in Physical Mathematics ...... 4 Society ...... 3 Education...... 2 Nsc 115. Science in Perspective ...... 4 Edu 361. Education of Exceptional PE 152. Aerobics ...... 1 Other Children ...... 3 General education core Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 Edu 370. History and Philosophy of subtotal ...... 60 Cor 340. Christ and Culture Seminar .. 1 American Education...... 3 Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 Teaching Field (General) *Foreign Language I, II ...... 8 Edu 493. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 Curriculum and Methods II Ics 121. Microcomputer Edu 494. Senior Integration Project Edu 314. Teaching of Language Applications ...... 3 and Seminar ...... 1 Arts in the Middle Grades...... 2 PE 151. Concepts in Physical Edu 495. Practicum I ...... 7-1/2 Edu 367. Literature for Children in Education...... 2 Edu 496. Practicum II ...... 7-1/2 the Middle Grades ...... 3 PE 152. Aerobics ...... 1 Psy 303. Developmental Curriculum and Methods III General education core subtotal ...... 60 Psychology ...... 4 Edu 423. Teaching of Social Studies Professional education subtotal ...... 38 in the Middle Grades ...... 3 Teaching Field Grand total ...... 129 Edu 425. Teaching of Science in Curriculum and Methods I the Middle Grades ...... 3 Edu 335. Physical Education in the Edu 427. Teaching of Mathematics Early Grades ...... 2 Elementary Education Major, in the Middle Grades ...... 4 Edu 352. Music in the Early Grades ..... 2 Middle grades (4-8) Other Edu 345. Art for Children in the Early Edu 316. Teaching of Reading in Grades...... 2 Certification the Middle Grades ...... 3 Curriculum and Methods II Edu 445. Essentials of Instruction in Edu 313. Teaching of Language Arts General Education Core the Middle Grades ...... 3 in the Early Grades ...... 2 Humanities Edu 455. Organization Edu 315. Teaching Reading in the Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 and Management of the Middle School Early Grades ...... 3 Bib 142 or 148. New Testament ...... 3 Classroom ...... 2 Edu 366. Literature for Children in Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine ...... 6 Teaching field subtotal ...... 23 the Early Grades ...... 3 Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of Curriculum and Methods III the West I, II ...... 6 TeachingField(Concentrations) Edu 422. Teaching of Social Studies Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural Concentration I: Select one of the in the Early Grades ...... 3 heritage of the West ...... 2 following subject areas Edu 424. Teaching of Science in the Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 Language Arts: a minimum of 12 Early Grades ...... 3 Social Sciences units required Edu 426. Teaching of Mathematics Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 Edu 314. Teaching of Language in the Early Grades ...... 3 Cor 325. Global Trends for the Arts in the Middle Grades...... 2 Other 21st Century ...... 3 Edu 367. Literature for Children in Edu 444. Essentials of Instruction His 325. Contemporary Global the Middle Grades ...... 3 History ...... 3 *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign Social Science Elective ...... 3 *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign language in high school and attained an average grade language in high school and attained an average grade of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the foreign language requirement. foreign language requirement.

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At least seven additional units in Professional Education Total number of hours must be at least language arts ...... 7 Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 126. Mathematics: a minimum of 12 units re- Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 quired Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic Edu 427. Teaching of Mathematics Society ...... 3 Non-Certification Programs in the Middle Grades ...... 4 Edu 322. Nature and Needs of the Mat 141. College Algebra...... 4 Early Adolescent Learner ...... 3 Mat 142. Pre-calculus Mathematics ..... 4 Edu 361. Education of Exceptional Secondary Program in Bible Science: a minimum of 12 units required Children ...... 3 (Biblical Studies Major) Edu 425. Teaching of Science in the Edu 370. History and Philosophy of Middle Grades ...... 4 American Education...... 3 The teacher education program in Bible 8 additional hours in science must be Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 prepares a student to teach Bible at the in second and third areas not taken in Edu 493. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 junior or senior high school level. (Most the core: physical, biological, Edu 494. Senior Integration Project teachers in this program would anticipate environmental. and Seminar ...... 1 teaching in a Christian school.) This is not Social Studies: a minimum of 12 Edu 495. Practicum I ...... 7-1/2 a certification program (Georgia does not units required Edu 496. Practicum II ...... 7-1/2 certify in the area of Bible), but the profes- Edu 423. Teaching of Social Studies Professional education subtotal ...... 37 sional education courses are taken, includ- in the Middle Grades ...... 3 Grand Total ...... 144 ing student teaching practica. Provisions His 211., 212., History of U.S...... 3 are made for the student to apply for teacher His 325. Contemporary Global certification from a nearby state which cer- History ...... 3 Secondary Education tifies in Bible. Students wishing to pursue Social Science Electives ...... 3 Certification (7-12) [English, this program should consult with a profes- Concentration I subtotal ...... 12 sor in the education department before Concentration II: Select one of the follow- History, Mathematics, beginning the sequence of courses. ing subject areas or another from the sub- Natural Science–Broad ject areas listed above. Fields] General Education Art: a minimum of 12 units required Humanities Edu 346. Art for Children in the Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 Middle Grades ...... 2 General Education Core Bib 142 or 148. New Testament ...... 3 10 additional units in art, 4 of which See certification requirements under ap- Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine ...... 6 must be 200 level or above ...... 10 propriate major. Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of Music: a minimum of 12 units required the West I, II ...... 6 Edu 353. Music in the Middle Teaching Field Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural Grades...... 2 See certification requirements under ap- Heritage of the West ...... 2 10 additional units in music; no more propriate major. Social Sciences than 4 units may be performance Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 courses and 4 units must be 200 Professional Education Cor 325. Global Trends for the level or above ...... 10 Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 21st Century ...... 3 Physical Education: a minimum of Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 His 325. Contemporary Global 12 units required Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic History ...... 3 Edu 336. Physical Education in the Society ...... 3 Social Science Elective ...... 3 Middle Grades ...... 2 Edu 340. Curriculum and Methods Math/Science PE 313. Critical Health Issues ...... 3 in the Secondary Schools ...... 3 Laboratory Science ...... 4 PE 337. Individual and Team Edu 361. Education of Exceptional Mathematics ...... 4 Sports I ...... 3 Children ...... 3 Other PE 338. Individual and Team Edu 370. History and Philosophy of Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 Sports II ...... 3 American Education...... 3 Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 One additional unit from the physical Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 education curriculum ...... 1 Edu 497. Practicum I ...... 7-1/2 Cor 340. Christ and Culture Concentration II subtotal...... 12 Edu 498. Practicum II ...... 7-1/2 Seminar ...... 1 Psy 303. Developmental Psychology .. 4 Ics 121. Microcomputer Total ...... 38 Applications ...... 3 Electives vary with the major chosen. PE 151. Concepts in Physical

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Education...... 2 thropology, and sociology, are surveyed PE 152. Aerobics ...... 1 and evaluated. A variety of teaching strate- Free elective ...... 2 Education Courses gies and resources are developed which Core requirements subtotal ...... 53 embody a biblically informed understand- Because of separate programs for early grades ing of the teaching-learning process, and Teaching Field and middle grades certification, courses which enable students to become effective Bib 175-176. Elementary Greek ...... 8 have been designed to meet the special teachers in heterogeneous classrooms. Pre- Two Bible book study courses, divided needs and interests of either early grades or requisite or corequisite: Edu 222. Three between the two testaments, at 300- middle grades. In some cases only one units. 400 level ...... 6 section of such courses will be taught with Bib 371. Ethics ...... 3 both early and middle grades teachers in- 313. Teaching of Language Arts in the Bib 372. Hermeneutics ...... 3 cluded; assignments and tasks will differ Early Grades Bib 376. Christian Apologetics ...... 3 according to the certification level. 314. Teaching of Language Arts in the Bib 383. History of Christian Church Middle Grades or Mis 301. History of Missions ...... 3 221. Introduction to Teaching An overview of the purpose and use of Bib 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 A course designed to provide an introduc- language from a Christian perspective forms Bible elective ...... 3 tion to and exploration of teaching as a the framework for this course. The student Mis 202. Theology of Missions ...... 3 profession. A Christian philosophical frame- examines the goals, methods, materials, Teaching field subtotal ...... 34 work is developed to enable the students to and evaluation in teaching, listening, speak- critically examine the relevant issues in ing, handwriting, spelling, and writing. It Professional Education teaching. Approximately 45 hours of field should be taken concurrently with Edu Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 experience are included in the course, so 366. Prerequisite: Edu 212, 222. Two units. Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 that students have ample opportunity to Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic experience the practical aspects of teaching 315. Teaching Reading in the Early Society ...... 3 in a classroom. A major purpose of the field Grades Edu 340. Curriculum and Methods work is to help the student to ascertain 316. Teaching Reading in the Middle in the Secondary School ...... 3 possible gifts for teaching and to under- Grades Edu 361. Education of Exceptional stand through firsthand experience the na- This course is designed to provide a foun- Children ...... 3 ture and magnitude of the task of teaching. dation in the teaching of reading. It in- Edu 370. History & Philosophy of Three units. cludes a general survey of approaches to American Education...... 3 reading instruction along with a critical Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 222. Educational Psychology analysis of those approaches. The content Edu 497. Practicum I ...... 7 1/2 The central concern of this course is the focuses upon those competencies which Edu 498. Practicum II ...... 7 1/2 question, “How do people learn?” For an- may be considered essential regardless of Psy 303. Developmental Psychology .. 4 swering that question, a biblical view of the grade level taught. Direct application of Professional education subtotal ...... 38 human beings, their behavior, and their the knowledge, skills, and attitudes will Grand total ...... 126 relationship to learning is the starting point. focus on the tasks confronting the reading Through the biblical framework, the major teacher. Prerequisite: Edu 212, 222. Three families of learning theory (behaviorism units. Non-Teaching Minor in and cognitive-field psychology) are then Education examined to determine what things are 322. Nature and Needs of the Early acceptable and helpful to the Christian Adolescent Learner Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 teacher. The last part of the course empha- A course introducing students to the devel- Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 sizes the measurement and evaluation of opmental needs of early adolescents and to Edu 370. History and Philosophy of learning. Prerequisite: Edu 221. Three units. middle school program philosophy, orga- American Education...... 3 nization, curriculum, and instruction. Cur- Education electives ...... 3 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic Society rent research and practice will be analyzed Total ...... 12 A course providing students with informa- from a biblically informed perspective with tion about categories of student diversity the goal of enabling students to become such as race, ethnicity, gender, socioeco- effective middle school teachers whose nomic status, religion, home language, and teaching is shaped by a personal, thought- learning style. Contemporary research and ful, and growing Christian philosophy of practice related to these areas, drawn from education. Three units. the disciplines of education, history, an-

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335. Physical Education in the Early introduced. Prerequisite: Edu 221, 222. ing with individuals and groups of stu- Grades Two units. dents, teaching, and other classroom-re- See Physical Education 335. Required for lated experiences. This course is taken in early grades certification (P-5). Prerequi- 361. Education of Exceptional the May term. Arrangements are made site: Edu 221. Two units. Children with the education department. For Edu A study of the definitions, characteristics, 296, prerequisite: Edu 221, 222. For Edu 336. Physical Education in the Middle and etiological factors of the following clas- 396, prerequisite: Edu 221, 222, and sev- Grades sifications of exceptional children is pre- eral professional and teaching field courses. See Physical Education 336. Required for sented: mentally retarded, behaviorally dis- Credit to be determined. middle grades certification (4-8). Prerequi- ordered, physically handicapped, learning site: Edu 221. Two units. disabled, and intellectually gifted. To aid 401. Special Topics classroom teachers in meeting the needs of This course offers opportunities for study 340. Curriculum and Methods in the these students, training is given in assess- in various topics of interest within the field Secondary School ment techniques, observation procedures, of education. These may be short-term A course designed to develop an under- and diagnostic-prescriptive teaching. Indi- courses offered during the semester or dur- standing of curricular content and teaching vidual programs with corresponding mate- ing the summer term. Topics will be de- methodology in the various subject areas at rials and methods are developed. Prerequi- cided upon by the education department the secondary level. Students are expected site: Edu 212, 222. Three units. faculty as need and interest arise. Some to understand how a Christian philosophy topics may be appropriate for the continu- regarding knowledge and the child should 366. Literature for Children in the ing education of teachers in the field. Credit be taken into account in structuring cur- Early Grades to be determined. riculum and teaching methods. Students See English 366. Required for elementary will have several opportunities to practice certification, P-5. Prerequisite for elemen- 410. Educational Assessment various teaching methods, including par- tary education P-5 majors: Edu 212, 222. A course designed to introduce the basic ticipation in an outdoor learning experi- Three units. theory and practice of educational assess- ence geared to the middle school student. A ment. Topics will include a general per- unit evaluating educational software is also 367. Literature for Children in the spective of assessment in schools and soci- included. Prerequisite: Edu 212, 222. Three Middle Grades ety; the development of traditional, perfor- units. See English 367. Required for middle grades mance, and product assessments; writing certification 4-8. Prerequisite for elemen- assessment; affective assessment; and stan- 345. Art for Children in the Early tary education 4-8 majors: Edu 212, 222. dardized assessments. One credit. Grades Three units. See Art 394. Required for early grades 422. Teaching Social Studies in the certification (P-5). Prerequisite: Edu 221. 370. History and Philosophy of Early Grades Two units. American Education 423. Teaching Social Studies in the A course designed to provide an overview of Middle Grades 346. Art for Children in the Middle the leading ideas and institutional develop- The course is an introduction to the theory Grades ments that have shaped the character of and practice of teaching social studies in the See Art 395. Required for middle grades American education. Of particular interest early/middle grades. Topics include educa- certification (4-8). Prerequisite: Edu 221. are the influence of Puritanism on educa- tional research and practice related to social Two units. tion, the rise of the public school move- studies instruction in the early/middle ment, the legacy of John Dewey and the grades; theories about the nature of the 352. Teaching Music in the Early Progressive Movement, and the Christian learner, the teacher, and the classroom en- Grades school movement. Students will look at vironment as they relate to the teaching of 353. Teaching Music in the Middle educational developments within their so- social studies; curriculum content (includ- Grades cial, intellectual, and political contexts. ing Georgia history); planning and imple- A course designed to present the rudiments Prerequisite: Edu 221. Three units. mentation of instruction; selection and use of pedagogical theory and practice for the of instructional materials; and assessment. teaching of music in the early/middle grades. 296/396. May Practicum Social studies introduces students to the Topics will include Orff, Kodaly, Disci- A concentrated full-time practicum in a nations and people of the world, the cul- pline-based Music Instruction, and tradi- school of the student’s choice. Opportunity tures that they have constructed through tional methodologies. A basic understand- is given to participate in a variety of class- the ages, and the many ways in which ing of music theory and history will also be room activities for a period of two or three people interact with each other and with weeks. Activities include a daily log, work-

57 Education their environment. This course, therefore, cuses on strategies that can lead teachers to 495-496. Teaching Practicum I and will give students the opportunity to rigor- choices and actions that should enhance II—Elementary Education ously consider the implications of a biblical learning. An effort is made to connect a 497-498. Teaching Practicum I and worldview for their own understanding of Christian philosophy of education with a II–Secondary Education the world and its people and to consider its research-based instructional skills model. The professional semester is divided into influence in shaping their teaching. This model is relevant to the early/middle two teaching practicums. Actual teaching grades and all subject matter. A two-week experience is gained on a full-day basis 424. Teaching of Science in the Early practicum in a local school allows the stu- during these practicums. No other college Grades dent to apply what he or she is learning to course work is allowed during this period. The learner studies instructional proce- the classroom. Prerequisite: Edu 212, 222 A weekly seminar is conducted with the dures, materials, and evaluation in teaching and most curriculum and methods courses. college supervisor. Pass/fail grading only. biological and physical sciences in the el- $15 fee. Three units. Prerequisite: approval by the teacher edu- ementary school. Prerequisite: Edu 212, cation program committee. Fifteen units 222. Three units. 454. Organization and Management of total. the Early Grade Classroom 425. Teaching of Science in the 455. Organization and Management of Middle Grades the Middle Grade Classroom The learner studies instructional proce- A course required for elementary education Example Four Year dures, materials, and evaluation in teaching majors in early childhood/middle grades Program: Early biological and physical sciences in the who have been approved to student teach. middle school. If the course is taken for four Students will examine classroom manage- Childhood (P-5) units, the student will be required to com- ment from a Christian perspective with a plete a special project(s). Prerequisite: Edu special emphasis upon a biblical view of the Freshman 212, 222. Three or four units. nature of the child. Students examine eight models of discipline as well as developing Fall 426. Teaching of Mathematics in the their own management plan. On Tuesdays Old Testament ...... 3 Early Grades and Thursdays, students spend the entire The Christian Mind ...... 2 This course focuses on the goals, methods, day in a local school classroom where obser- English Composition ...... 3 materials, and assessment procedures of vations and application assignments will be Microcomputer Applications ...... 3 mathematics instruction in the early grades. completed. $15 fee. Two units. Fundamentals of Math ...... 4 Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Concepts in P.E...... 2 Prerequisite: Edu 212, 222; Mat 122 or 493. Senior Integration Paper Spring equivalent. Three units. Required of elementary education majors, New Testament ...... 3 this course includes a review of the litera- Social Science Elective ...... 3 427. Teaching of Mathematics in the ture and the preparation of a written thesis Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 Middle Grades which demonstrates the application of a Perspectives in Science ...... 4 This course focuses on the goals, methods, Christian philosophy of education to a par- Aerobics ...... 1 materials, and assessment procedures of ticular area of education. During the se- Speech ...... 2 mathematics instruction in the middle mester to follow, the student will utilize the grades. An extensive unit on geometry is findings from his or her thesis in applica- included with special projects. Two hours tion to a specific educational situation. Two Sophomore lecture. Two hours laboratory. Prerequi- units. site: Edu 212, 222; Mat 122 or equivalent. Fall Three units. 494. Senior Integration Project and Doctrine I ...... 3 Seminar Cultural Heritage of West I ...... 3 444. Essentials of Instruction in the Required of elementary education majors, Educational Psychology ...... 3 Early Grades this course includes the completion of a *Language ...... 4 445. Essentials of Instruction in the project utilizing the findings of one’s thesis Developmental Psychology ...... 4 Middle Grade from Edu 493. Also included is a discussion Spring All teachers have certain beliefs, traits, be- of the requirements of student teaching and Doctrine II ...... 3 haviors, and practices that can either im- the process of becoming state certified. One prove or inhibit learning in the classroom. unit. *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign Today there exists a growing body of litera- language in high school and attained an average grade of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the ture on effective teaching. This course fo- foreign language requirement.

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Cultural Heritage of West II...... 3 Block 3 Nature & Needs of the Early Art and Music in the Cultural Heritage Organization and Management of the Adolescent Learner...... 3 of the West ...... 2 Early Grades ...... 2 Intercultural Experience ...... 1 Teaching in a Pluralistic Society ...... 3 Educational Assessment ...... 1 *Language ...... 4 Local school practicum Linguistics Course ...... 3 Spring Junior Student Teaching Practicum I ...... 7-1/2 Student Teaching Practicum II ...... 7-1/2 Fall Junior Global History...... 3 History and Philosophy of Fall American Education...... 3 Global History...... 3 Example Four Year Education of Exceptional Children...... 3 History and Philosophy of Program: Middle Spring American Education...... 3 Global Trends ...... 3 Teaching P.E. and Health in the Early Grades (4-8) Christ and Culture Seminar ...... 1 Grades...... 2 Teaching Social Studies in the Teaching Music in the Early Middle Grades ...... 3 Grades...... 2 Freshman Teaching Science in the Middle Art for Children in the Early Grades...... 3 Grades...... 2 Fall Literature for Children in the Middle Education of Exceptional Children ...... 3 Old Testament ...... 3 Grades...... 3 Spring The Christian Mind ...... 2 Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 Global Trends ...... 3 English Composition ...... 3 Christ and Culture Seminar ...... 1 Microcomputer Applications ...... 3 Intercultural Experience ...... 1 Fundamentals of Math ...... 4 Senior Teaching Social Studies in the Early Concepts in P.E...... 2 Grades...... 3 Spring Fall Teaching Science in the Early Grades ... 3 New Testament ...... 3 Block 1 Literature for Children in the Early Social Science Elective ...... 3 Teaching Math in the Middle Grades...... 3 Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 Grades...... 3 Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 Perspectives in Science ...... 4 Essentials of Instruction in the Aerobics ...... 1 Middle Grades ...... 3 Speech ...... 2 Senior Project and Seminar ...... 1 Senior Local school practicum Block 2 Fall Sophomore Teaching Reading in the Middle Block 1 Grades...... 3 Teaching Math in the Early Fall Teaching Language Arts in the Middle Grades...... 3 Doctrine I ...... 3 Grades...... 2 Essentials of Instruction in the Early Cultural Heritage of West I ...... 3 Local school practicum Grades...... 3 *Language ...... 4 Block 3 Senior Project and Seminar ...... 1 Educational Psychology ...... 3 Organization and Management Local school practicum Teaching in a Pluralistic Society ...... 3 of the Middle Grades ...... 2 Block 2 Spring Educational Assessment ...... 1 Teaching Reading in the Early Grades.. 3 Doctrine II ...... 3 Local school practicum Teaching Language Arts in the Early Cultural Heritage of West II...... 3 Spring Grades...... 2 Art and Music in the Cultural Student Teaching Practicum I ...... 7-1/2 Local school practicum Heritage of the West ...... 2 Student Teaching Practicum II ...... 7-1/2 *Language ...... 4

*Students who have taken two years of the same foreign *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign language in high school and attained an average grade language in high school and attained an average grade of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the foreign language requirement. foreign language requirement.

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program. For example, for Georgia Tech, the following exceptions should be made: • Ics 130. Computer Programming Meth- odology (4 hours) is required. • Laboratory science (4 hours) is not re- quired; • Four hours of humanities is required rather than three. (Eng 114. Introduc- Engineering tion to Literature is recommended to English fulfill the humanities requirement); Dual Degree Program • Four hours of United States history are required (His 211,212, or 316); Department Goals Students in this program study for three • Four hours of American government are years at Covenant before transferring to an required. The Department of English seeks to help approved engineering school. The dual de- students understand, appreciate, and use gree program allows students to gain the Major and Supporting Course responsibly God’s gift of language. In its benefits of the Christ-centered education Requirements courses the department strives to develop a offered by Covenant and the excellent sci- Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 Christian awareness of the issues and prob- entific training available from a variety of Mat 145-146. Calculus I, II ...... 8 lems in each area of language use and to universities and technical institutes, such as Mat 247. Calculus III...... 4 work toward Christian answers. Specifi- the Georgia Institute of Technology, the Mat 348. Differential Equations...... 4 cally, it aims: University of Missouri at Rolla, and Penn- Phy 231-232. General Physics...... 8 1. in composition and speech courses, to sylvania State University. Phy 233. Modern Physics ...... 4 teach students how to generate, orga- Students may request the approval of Phy 321. Statics ...... 3 nize, and communicate ideas clearly, specific engineering schools by submitting Phy 322. Dynamics...... 3 correctly, and effectively as well as how their catalogs to the dual degree program Phy 492. Senior Integration Project ... 2 to analyze and evaluate the ideas of oth- director at Covenant. The program direc- Total ...... 44 ers; tor will identify requirements that must be 2. in the study of linguistics, to help stu- transferred back to Covenant to complete a Students must complete at least 96 se- dents understand language as part of the Bachelor of Arts in Natural Science: Engi- mester credits at Covenant with a grade- God-given structure of reality and the neering while completing a Bachelor of point average of 2.00 or higher. relationship of language to other aspects Science in a variety of disciplines of engi- Students attending institutions employ- of human life; neering or mathematics. Admittance to or ing the quarter system should complete a 3. in literature courses, to teach students completion of the pre-engineering program minimum of 45 credit hours in their major how to approach and appreciate literary at Covenant does not automatically guar- science or engineering program with a art forms, as products both of the cre- antee admission to the approved engineer- minium GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale. ativity which is part of the image of God ing school. Each student must meet the Students attending institutions employ- in humankind and of human beings transfer student admission requirements of ing the semester system should complete a living in particular cultures and employ- the approved institution. minimum of 30 credit hours in their major ing particular literary techniques. science or engineering program with a mini- mum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale. For general education Requirements for Major in For the general student, the department Natural Science provides the core courses in composition and speech and the introductory course in Concentration in Pre- literature. Interested and qualified students Engineering Studies are encouraged to take advanced courses in The core and distribution requirements for composition and literature. a major in natural science concentration in pre-engineering studies are, for the most For the major field part, those listed for baccalaureate degrees For English majors and minors, the depart- on page 26. Exceptions can be made de- ment offers a variety of courses in writing pending on the particular requirements of and literature. Writing courses focus on the school to which a transfer is being different types of communication through planned for completion of the dual degree writing; literature courses cover literature

60 English of different types of genres, of different Literature 1865 to 1965 or Eng 272. Program Objectives historical periods, and of several cultures. The American Novel ...... 3 It is expected that graduates of the English The curriculum is designed to enrich the Eng 235. Introduction to Linguistics Education Program will: lives of students and to prepare them for or Eng 236. Grammar for Teachers .. 3 1. apply a Christian worldview to the study teaching English and language arts in el- Any combination totaling 4 hours: of English, and to the teaching/learning ementary and secondary schools, for enter- Eng 245. Journalism, Eng 302. of literature and language arts in par- ing jobs where the ability to use language Creative Writing, Eng 304. ticular; well is necessary (for example, journalism, Advanced Composition, Eng. 305. 2. demonstrate sufficient knowledge of lit- advertising, editing, public relations), for Practicum in Teaching Writing, erature and language arts to promote undertaking graduate study in literature Eng 446. Practicum in Journalism .... 4 meaningful learning by adolescents; and related fields, and for entering profes- Eng 311. Chaucer, or Eng 318. 3. demonstrate the ability to do literary sional schools such as seminaries or law Renaissance, or Eng 331. analysis; schools. Students planning to go on to Restoration...... 3 4. apply theories of adolescent develop- graduate school should consider taking the Eng 334. Romantic Movement, or ment in order to promote meaningful 36-hour major; those planning to enter Eng 341. Victorian Poetry and Prose, learning; professional schools should choose minors or Eng 352. Contemporary 5. apply knowledge and instructional skills carefully. Literature ...... 3 that enhance meaningful learning of En- Eng 401. Special Topics ...... 3 glish and language arts by adolescents; Eng 418. Shakespeare ...... 3 6. use educational technology for instruc- English Courses Suggested Eng 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 tion and assessment; for Meeting Core English elective ...... 9* 7. apply formal and informal assessment Total ...... 36 strategies for ensuring continuous de- Humanities Requirement for Desirable electives for majors are velopment of adolescent learners. Students Not Majoring in courses in history and philosophy. A English course in English history is strongly Core Requirements recommended. Humanities Eng 114. Introduction to Literature (rec- Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 ommended for students without a strong Bib 142 or 148. New Testament ...... 3 background in high school literature Requirements for Minor in Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine ...... 6 courses); Eng 201. Introduction to Literary English Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage Studies; Eng 203 or 204. American Litera- of the West I, II ...... 6 ture; or Eng 308. The Novel (with permis- Eng 201. Introduction to Literary Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural sion of the instructor). Studies ...... 3 Heritage of the West ...... 2 Choose two of the following: Social Science 245. Journalism, 302. Creative Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 Requirements for Major in Writing, 304. Advanced Cor 325. Global Trends for the 21st English Composition, 305. Practicum in Century ...... 3 Teaching Writing, 446. Practicum His 325. Contemporary Global The core and distribution requirements for in Journalism ...... 4 History ...... 3 a major in English are those listed for Literature or linguistic electives...... 9 Social Science Elective ...... 3 baccalaureate degrees on page 26, with the Total ...... 16 Math/Science exception that a course in art, music, or Laboratory Science ...... 4 philosophy is required to fulfill the require- Mathematics ...... 4 ment for the humanities. Requirements for Major in Other For English majors with a minor in an- English with Georgia PE 151. Concepts in Physical other field, three units of English electives Education...... 2 are required. Secondary School PE 152. Aerobics ...... 1 Certification (grades 7-12) Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 Major and Supporting Course Students interested in secondary level certi- Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 Requirements, 36-unit Major fication should consult with the chairman Cor 340. Christ and Culture Seminar .. 1 Eng 201. Introduction to Literary of the teacher education program. Studies ...... 3 Eng 203. American Literature Beginnings *For English majors with a minor, 3 elective hours are to 1865 or Eng 204. American required for a 30-hour major.

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*Foreign Language I, II ...... 8 cal principles and practice in delivering Ics 121. Microcomputer speeches. Two units. Applications ...... 3 English Courses Core requirements subtotal ...... 58 302. Creative Writing A course in various forms of nonexpository Teaching Field composition, especially poetry. Prerequi- Eng 266. Reading Film ...... 3 Writing and Speech site: Eng 111. English Composition with a Eng 201. Introduction to Literary Courses grade of B or higher, and special permission Studies ...... 3 of the instructor. Two units. Eng 203. or 204. American Literature 050. Basic Writing or Eng 272. The American Novel ..... 3 A non-credit course in writing sentences 304. Advanced Composition Eng 236. Grammar for Teachers ...... 3 and paragraphs to enable poorly prepared A course in the analysis and practice of Eng 252. Speech Communication ...... 2 students to improve their writing skills be- prose composition. The emphasis will be Eng 304. Advanced Composition ...... 2 fore being placed in the regular composi- on expository writing, such as the informal Eng 311. Chaucer and the Middle tion course. The course seeks to make the and formal essay, reviews and critiques. Ages or Eng 318. The Renaissance students proficient in writing acceptable Enrollment limited to 15 students, ordi- or Eng 331. The Restoration and English sentences, paragraphs, and brief narily not open to freshmen; priority is Eighteenth Century...... 3 essays. At or before the end of the semester, given to students who have already shown Edu 316. Teaching of Reading in the students will submit their three best pieces competency and promise in writing and to Middle Grades...... 3 of writing to the English department. The English majors who seek Georgia second- Eng 334. British Romanticism or department will evaluate them using the ary school certification. Prerequisite: Eng Eng 341. Victorian Poetry and Prose same methods applied to the placement 111. Two units. or Eng 352. Contemporary essays at the beginning of the semester. Any Literature ...... 3 student whose writing is inadequate must 305. Practicum in Teaching Writing Eng 380. Modern Literary Criticism or take Basic Writing again. Those whose A course in the analysis of prose composi- Non-Western Literature or Eng 272. writing is now considered acceptable will tion and a study of methods of teaching the The American Novel ...... 3 be able to enroll in Eng 111. No units of writing process. Students meet one hour a Eng 401. Special Topics in English ...... 3 credit toward graduation. Only offered on week for class discussion, and, in addition, Eng 418. Shakespeare...... 3 a credit/no credit basis. work three hours per week as peer tutors in Eng 492. Senior Integration Paper ..... 2 the Writing Center. This course may be Teaching field subtotal ...... 36 111. English Composition taken twice to meet the writing distribution The students’ goal in this course is to learn requirement for English majors and may be Professional Education to write effective expository prose. The taken up to four times for credit. Prerequi- Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 course will focus on the writing process, site: recommendation of a faculty member Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 including building a fund of ideas, learning and the permission of the instructor. One Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic how to organize thought, writing and re- unit. Society ...... 3 writing, analyzing and evaluating, and shar- Edu 322. Nature and Needs of the ing writing. Students will gain proficiency 446. Practicum in Journalism Early Adolescent Learner ...... 3 in the writing of sentences, paragraphs and This course provides a practical application Edu 340. Curriculum & Methods in essays. Must be completed during the first of journalistic concepts and techniques. Secondary School ...... 3 year at Covenant. Three units. Students may work on campus for a student Edu 361. Education of Exceptional publication or an administrative office, in Children ...... 3 245. Journalism the community as opportunities are avail- Edu 370. History & Philosophy of An introductory course designed to help able, or in various internships available American Education...... 3 students acquire and practice writing skills through the Christian College Coalition in Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 and to encourage the development of a Washington, D.C. Advance planning is Edu 497-498 Teaching Practicum Christian perspective on news gathering essential. Prerequisite: Eng 245, the recom- —Secondary ...... 15 and news writing. Two units. mendation of the journalism instructor, Professional education subtotal ...... 37 and the permission of the English depart- Grand total ...... 132 252. Speech ment. One to three units. An introductory course designed to help *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign students to deliver effective public speeches. language in high school and attained an average grade The course includes both a study of rhetori- of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the foreign language requirement.

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210. Classical Literature strated in studying the films of directors A study of ancient Greek and Roman litera- like Griffith, Eisenstein, Chaplin, Renoir, Language and ture in English translation with emphasis Welles, Rossellini, Fellini, Bergman, Literature Courses on the epic and the drama. Attention will Antonioni, and Hitchcock. Three units. be given to the development of Greek and 114. Introduction to Literature Roman thought. Three units. 272. The American Novel An introduction to the enjoyment and un- This course will broaden students’ knowl- derstanding of plays, poems, and works of 211. European Literature in English edge of the American novel through various fiction. Works studied will reflect human Translation periods of the American literary tradition: concerns and ideas in various cultures. Spe- The study of works from European litera- gothicism, romanticism, realism, natural- cial attention will be given to modern lit- ture since the classical era. The focus may ism, modernism, and metafiction. Students erature and a Christian understanding of be on a single major author (e.g., Dante, will study works by authors such as Cooper, our own culture. For students not majoring Cervantes, Goethe), on a national litera- Hawthorne, Melville, Twain, James, or minoring in English. Three units. ture (French, Russian, etc.), on a particular Dreiser, Cather, Hemingway, Hurston, form of literature (drama, novel, romance, Faulkner, Fitzgerald, Ellison. Three units. 201. Introduction to Literary Studies etc.), or on a particular idea (the image of An introduction to the major genres of man, concepts of society, etc.). Three units. 275. Twentieth-Century African- literature and the techniques of study ap- American Fiction propriate to them. Designed especially for 220. Modern and Contemporary A study of African-American fiction of the prospective English majors and minors, Drama twentieth century, with an emphasis on this course will enhance students’ ability to A study of European, English and Ameri- close reading of prominent texts of the read with enjoyment and understanding can masterpieces of drama from Ibsen to Harlem Renaissance and contemporary and will give them practice in analyzing and the present and the movements they repre- authors. Attention will be given to histori- writing about works of Western and non- sent. Three units. cal, cultural, social and gender issues. Three Western literature. Prerequisite: Eng 111. units. Three units. 235. Introduction to Linguistics An introduction to modern linguistics, par- 299. Special Topics in English 203/343. American Literature: ticularly generative-transformational gram- A sophomore-level study of material not Beginnings to 1865 mar. The course will focus on the nature of treated elsewhere in the curriculum. Topics This course will broaden students’ knowl- language and the major components of a may include the following: C.S. Lewis and edge of poetry and prose from colonial grammar: phonology, morphology and syn- J.R.R. Tolkien, the mass media, literature times through the first great flowering of tax. Much time will be devoted to analysis and contemporary problems, drama work- American literature in the mid-nineteenth of languages. Three units. shop. Three units. century. Special attention will be given to the American sources of the great nine- 236. Grammar for Teachers 308. The British Novel: Beginnings teenth-century writers, to the works of This course will focus exclusively on cur- Until 1945 Douglass, Emerson, Poe, Thoreau, rent theories of the syntax of English. Stu- A study of the rise of the English novel in Dickinson and Whitman, and to the short dents will acquire specific knowledge of the eighteenth century, the rapid growth fiction of Hawthorne and Melville. Three two or three current explanations of En- and expansion of the novel in the nine- units. glish syntax. They will apply these compet- teenth century, and the development of the ing theories to different teaching situations, modern novel. Prerequisite: Eng 114, 201, 204/344. American Literature: 1865 to learning how to choose which theories 203, 204, 272 or permission of the instruc- 1965 would best meet the needs of students at tor. Three units. This course will broaden students’ knowl- different ages. Three units. edge of American poetry and prose when it 311. Chaucer and the Middle Ages became one of the most important literary 266. Reading Film A study of the art of Chaucer and of selected traditions of the world. Particular attention This course will explore the nature of film works from Old and Middle English litera- will be paid to the rise of literary modern- as a medium, of cinema as a language, and ture with some attention to the social and ism, imagism in poetry, and realism and of the motion picture as a force in modern literary backgrounds of their work. The naturalism in fiction. Connections with culture. In studying the history of the me- works of Chaucer will be read in Middle themes established in the earlier period will dium, the class will discuss the develop- English, the other works in Modern En- be explored. Three units. ment of photographic technology, of cin- glish translation. Prerequisite: Eng 114, ematic language, of various genres, and of 201, 203, 204, 272 or permission of the artistic schools. These ideas will be demon- instructor. Three units.

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318. The Renaissance appropriate ways of making literature a 418. Shakespeare A study of the works of the important delight for young children. Prerequisite for A study of Shakespeare’s dramatic and lit- writers of the period, with special attention elementary education P-5 majors: Edu 212, erary art. Prerequisite: Eng 114, 201, 203, given to Spenser, Donne, and Milton. Pre- 222. Three units. 204, 272 or permission of the instructor. requisite: Eng 114, 201, 203, 204, 272 or Three units. permission of the instructor. Three units. 367. Literature for Children in the Middle Grades 492. Senior Integration Paper in 331. The Restoration and Eighteenth A course designed to explore the vast re- English Century sources in children’s literature and to show An independent study required of all stu- A study of major British writers from 1660 appropriate ways of making literature a dents majoring in English. The student will and 1790 with special attention to satire delight for the middle-grade learner. May explore and analyze a topic related to the and the rise of the novel. Prerequisite: Eng be taken for credit in either English or discipline of English in the light of Chris- 114, 201, 203, 204, 272 or permission of education. Suggested for English, non-cer- tian philosophy. The study will ordinarily the instructor. Three units. tification majors. Prerequisite for elemen- result in a written thesis, though other sorts tary education 4-8 majors: Edu 212, 222. of projects are permitted if approved by the 334. British Romanticism Three units. student’s first reader; and there will be a A study emphasizing the English Romantic final oral examination when the thesis or writers from Blake to Keats. Prerequisite: 380. Modern Literary Criticism project is completed. Two units. Eng 114, 201, 203, 204, 272 or permission A survey of various twentieth-century of the instructor. Three units. schools of literary criticism and theories of reading. But some of the following theories 341. Victorian Poetry and Prose will be discussed: structuralism, reader-re- A study of major English poets and non- sponse criticism, feminist criticism, fiction prose writers from 1830 to the end deconstructionism, new historicism. Rather of the century. The beginnings of modern than attempting a broad survey, the course poetry as seen in Hardy and Yeats will also will expose students to two or three schools be studied. Prerequisite: Eng 114, 201, of criticism in greater depth. Students will 203, 204, 272 or permission of the instruc- practice each critical method and develop a Finance tor. Three units. Christian critique of it. Junior or senior English majors, or others with permission See Business and Economics. 343. American Literature: Beginnings of the instructor. Three units. to 1865 The same course as Eng 203, but with 399. Independent Study additional assignments for upper-division Designed for the student who has demon- credit. Prerequisite: Eng 201 or permission strated potential ability for independent of the instructor. Three units. study, this course allows him or her to choose and to explore, under the guidance 344. American Literature: 1865-1945 of an instructor, an area of literature or The same course as Eng 204, but with language not fully covered in available additional assignments for upper-division courses. Credit to be determined in each credit. Prerequisite: Eng 201, or permis- case; maximum credit, three units per se- sion of the instructor. Three units. mester.

352. Contemporary Literature 401. Special Topics in English A study of representative works of poetry This course offers opportunities for con- and fiction in English and American litera- centration in various topics of interest within ture from 1945 until the present. Prerequi- the discipline. Topics that may be offered site: Eng 114, 201, 203, 204, 272 or per- include specialized literary topics, literary mission of the instructor. Three units. criticism, and American studies. Prerequi- site: open to English majors and minors 366. Literature for Children in the with junior or senior standing, to others Early Grades only with the permission of the instructor. A course designed to explore the vast re- Three units. sources in children’s literature and to show

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Requirements for Minor in 333. Advanced French Conversation Spanish and Reading Practice Extensive conversation and vocabulary prac- Upper division Spanish electives ...... 12 tice on a wide variety of topics, correlated with readings of both a journalistic and a literary nature. Prerequisite: French 263, French Courses 264 or equivalent. Three units. Foreign All students who have already begun French 334. Introduction to French Literature in high school and who wish to fulfill the Reading of a selected series of literary works Language foreign language graduation requirement from a wide range of periods and authors to by taking French will be placed by an develop enjoyment in reading literature in examination given at the beginning of the the original language and appreciation for Department Goals semester. the richness and variety of the literature. Prerequisite: French 263-264 or equiva- To aid students in: 161-162. Elementary French lent. Three units. 1. gaining knowledge and appreciation of An introduction to the French language, languages other than English; that is, with extensive practice in pronunciation, their linguistic structure and the cul- simple conversation, aural comprehension, tures and literatures that make use of fundamentals of grammar, and reading German Courses these languages; short passages. Basic sentence patterns and 2. achieving an appropriate level of profi- grammatical principles will be reinforced 171-172. Elementary German ciency in each of the four language skills: through a great many oral and written An introduction to the German language understanding, speaking, reading, and activities and exercises. Aspects of French with extensive practice in pronunciation, writing; culture will also be explored. Laboratory fee simple conversation, aural comprehension, 3. reaching some understanding of lan- $10 ($5 each semester). Four units each. fundamentals of grammar, and reading guage as: short passages. Basic sentence patterns and a. an important aspect of man’s being 263-264. Intermediate French grammatical principles will be reinforced created in the image of God, and Continued development of skills in speak- through a great many oral and written b. a basic means of expressing God’s ing, understanding, reading, and writing activities and exercises. Aspects of German love and salvation in a meaningful French through an extensive study of gram- culture will also be explored. Laboratory fee and personal way. mar, selected readings, conversational prac- $10 ($5 each semester). Four units each. tice, vocabulary development, and the writ- ing of simple compositions. Aspects of Graduation Requirement in French culture will also be explored. Greek Courses Language Three units each. The options for fulfilling the language re- 331. Advanced French Grammar and 175-176. Elementary Greek quirement are indicated in the description Composition An introduction to Ancient Greek with an of the core curriculum on page 26. The A study of fine points of grammar with emphasis on word formation, vocabulary, language requirements for specific major extensive written practice, including the and basic syntax. Materials from both the programs should be checked with the de- writing of essays, to develop facility in ex- Classical and Koine periods are studied. partment involved. International students pressing oneself correctly in written form. Four units each. for whom English is a second language are Prerequisite: French 263, 264 or equiva- exempt from the foreign language gradua- lent. Three units. 277-278. Intermediate Greek tion requirement. Continued study of New Testament Greek. 332. French Phonetics and Diction Emphasis is placed on vocabulary and syn- Requirements for Minor in A detailed study of fine points of pronun- tax. Three units each. French ciation with extensive oral practice to de- velop a more correct pronunciation and Upper division French electives ...... 12 accent. Prerequisite or to be taken concur- rently: French 263, 264 or equivalent. Labo- ratory fee $5. Three units.

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352. Spanish Phonetics and Diction A detailed study of fine points of pronun- Hebrew Courses ciation, with extensive oral practice to de- velop a more correct pronunciation and 191-192. Elementary Hebrew accent. Prerequisite or to be taken concur- An introductory study of biblical Hebrew rently: Spanish 281, 282 or equivalent. with emphasis on word formation, vocabu- Laboratory fee $5. Three units. lary, and basic syntax. Some reference will be made to modern Hebrew. Offered on 353. Advanced Spanish Conversation Greek demand. Four units each. and Reading Practice Extensive conversation and vocabulary prac- See Foreign Language. tice on a wide variety of topics, correlated with readings of both a journalistic and a Spanish Courses literary nature. Prerequisite: Spanish 281, 282 or equivalent. Three units. All students who have already begun Span- ish in high school and who wish to fulfill 354. Introduction to Hispanic the foreign language graduation require- Literature ment by taking Spanish will be placed by an Reading of a selected series of literary works examination given at the beginning of the from a wide range of periods and authors to semester. develop enjoyment in reading literature in Health the original language and appreciation for 179-180. Elementary Spanish the richness and variety of the literature. Professions An introduction to the Spanish language Prerequisite: Spanish 281, 282 or equiva- with extensive practice in pronunciation, lent. Three units. See Natural Science: Requirements for As- simple conversation, aural comprehension, sociate of Arts Degree in Basic Health Sci- fundamentals of grammar, and reading ences; Pre-Medical Studies; Pre-Nursing short passages. Basic sentence patterns and Studies grammatical principles will be reinforced through a great many oral and written activities and exercises. Aspects of Hispanic culture will also be explored. Laboratory fee $10 ($5 each semester). Four units each. 281-282. Intermediate Spanish French Continued development of skills in speak- ing, understanding, reading, and writing See Foreign Language. Spanish through an extensive study of gram- Hebrew mar, selected readings, conversational prac- tice, vocabulary development, and the writ- See Foreign Language. ing of simple compositions. Aspects of His- panic culture will also be explored. Prereq- uisite: Spanish 179, 180 or equivalent. Three units each.

351. Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition German A study of fine points of grammar with extensive written practice, including the See Foreign Language. writing of essays, to develop facility in ex- pressing oneself correctly in written form. Prerequisite: Spanish 281, 282 or equiva- lent. Three units.

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the Department of Historical Studies or the Requirements for Major in office of career counseling. History with Georgia Secondary School Requirements for Major in Certification Historical Studies Students interested in secondary level certi- fication should consult with the chairman The core and distribution requirements for of the teacher education program. Historical a major in historical studies are those listed History education students with advanced for baccalaureate degrees on page 26. placement credit or transfer credit for His Studies Nine hours of advanced placement credit 211 or His 212 must take His 298 and/or will be accepted toward the history major, his 299 to fulfill the requirements for the Department Goals three toward a minor. If 200 level major or history major. minor requirements are fulfilled by ad- The historical studies department believes vanced placement credit, the student must Program Objectives that human culture is fundamentally an take the equivalent number of hours in his/ It is expected that graduates of the Social outworking of worldview commitments her upper division electives in that Ameri- Science Education (History) Program will: expressed in a pattern of ideas, beliefs, and can or European subfield. For example, a 1. apply a Christian worldview to histori- values as embodied in a particular institu- student who brings advanced placement cal studies, and to the teaching/learning tional system. The department makes that credit for His 211 U.S. History to 1877 of history in particular; focus the framework of its reconstruction must take one of his/her upper division 2. demonstrate sufficient knowledge of his- and analysis of the past. Furthermore, a key electives in United States history. Addi- tory to promote meaningful learning by aspect of this approach is centered in the tional elective hours will be credited as non- adolescents; concept of the unfolding or development of major electives toward the graduation re- 3. demonstrate the ability to do historical human culture. That study proceeds with quirement. research; the recognition that the Christian motifs of 4. apply theories of adolescent develop- creation, fall, redemption and consumma- ment in order to promote meaningful tion form a larger meaning framework Major and Supporting Course learning; within which the cultural response of hu- Requirements 5. apply knowledge and instructional skills mankind takes place. His 211-212. History of the United that enhance meaningful learning of his- States...... 6 tory to adolescents; For General Education His 214. Age of Europe, 1400-1871 .... 3 6. use educational technology for instruc- It is the aim of this department to help each His 328. Developing World ...... 3 tion and assessment; student who takes required history courses His 300. Historiography...... 3 7. apply formal and informal assessment to understand the shape and the dynamics His 491. Senior Seminar in History ..... 3 strategies for ensuring continuous de- of his or her own society, and to think His 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 3 velopment of adolescent learners. historically about the past according to the Upper Division History Electives ...... 18 perspective outlined above. Total ...... 39* Core Requirements Humanities For the Major Field Bib 111. or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 Majors are further assisted in developing a Requirements for Minor in Bib 142. or 148. New Testament ...... 3 deeper understanding of certain aspects of Historical Studies Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine ...... 6 the past and in thinking critically about the Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of issues and problems of teaching and writ- His 211. History of the United States the West I, II ...... 6 ing history as Christians. To that end histo- to 1877 or His 212. History of the Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural riography, Senior Seminar in History and United States Since 1877 ...... 3 Heritage of the West ...... 2 the Senior Integration Paper are required His 214. Age of Europe, 1400-1871 .... 3 Humanities elective ...... 3 for Historical Studies majors. Majors in Upper Division History Electives ...... 9 Social Science history can lead to career opportunities in Total ...... 15 Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 teaching, journalism, law, the gospel min- Cor 325. Global Trends for the istry and any field where a liberal arts 21st Century ...... 3 education is desirable. For further informa- *If a student brings advanced placement credit or His 325. Contemporary Global tion, the student is urged to consult with transfer credit for His 211 or His 212, the student must History ...... 3 take His 298 and/or His 299 to fulfill the requirement for the history major. Social Science Elective ...... 3

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Math/Science American Education...... 3 involves readings and discussions of the Laboratory Science ...... 4 Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 issues and problems associated with the Mathematics ...... 4 Edu 423. Teaching Social Studies in study and writing of history. Special atten- Other the Middle Grades ...... 3 tion is given to the issues involved in a Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 Edu 497-498. Teaching Practicum– Christian interpretation of history and to Cor 340. Christ and Culture Secondary ...... 15 the writings of both Christian and non- Seminar ...... 1 Professional education subtotal ...... 40 Christian authors. This course both reflects Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 Grand total ...... 134 back to courses already taken and prepares Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 the history major for the writing of the *Foreign Language I, II ...... 8 Senior Integration Project. Required of all Ics 121. Microcomputer historical studies majors. Prerequisite: his- Applications ...... 3 Historical Studies tory major or minor or permission of the PE 151. Concepts in Physical Courses instructor. Spring semester. Three units. Education...... 2 PE 152. Aerobics ...... 1 211, 212. History of the United States 302. England in the Tudor-Stuart Core requirements subtotal...... 63 A synthesis of the political, diplomatic, Period, 1485-1688. social, cultural, and religious phases of A survey of the two centuries of English Teaching Field American life. First semester to 1877; sec- history in which this nation passed through His 211. United States History to ond semester since 1877. This course is two dynastic changes, emerged as a nation- 1877 ...... 3 designed as a general survey course which state, experienced both Renaissance and His 212. United States History Since emphasizes an interpretive approach. Open Reformation, witnessed the flowering of its 1877 (211 or 212 must include to freshmen. 211 D or 212 D includes literature, and asserted itself as a major sea Georgia History) ...... 3 Georgia history for history education stu- power. Prerequisite His 214. Three units. His 214. Age of Europe, 1400-1871 .... 3 dents. Three units each semester. His 300. Historiography...... 3 His 303. Ancient Greece and Rome ..... 3 214. Age of Europe, 1400-1871 303. Ancient Greece and Rome His 304. Medieval Civilization ...... 3 A survey of the growth and expansion of the A study of Bronze Age Greece, the rise and His 328. Developing World or His 322. European state system as it emerged from formation of the Greek city-state, the im- History of Modern China and Japan the Middle Ages and reached the point of pact of Alexander the Great, and the insti- or His 327. History of South Africa imperial expansion with the unification of tutions of the Hellenistic world. Attention or His 331. Islamic Civilization to Germany. Special attention is given to the will then shift to Rome, the rise and devel- 1800 or His 332. Modern Middle ideas and values that emerged with the opment of the Republic, the transition to East or His 372. Modern Africa ...... 3 Renaissance, Reformation, Enlightenment Empire and its eventual disintegration. His 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 3 and the French Revolution and their rela- Three units. Courses in political science or tive impact in shaping European society economics ...... 6 and to the structural changes involved in 304. Medieval Civilization Teaching field subtotal ...... 29 the rise of the nation state system and the The medieval world is studied as a civiliza- impact of the industrial revolution. Three tion in its own right, having its own par- Professional Education units. ticular values and institutional structure. Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 The course begins with the Germanic inva- Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 298. Readings in U.S. History to 1877 sions of the western Roman empire and Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic Required for history majors who bring ad- ends with the decline of the church in the Society ...... 3 vanced placement credit or transfer credit fourteenth century. Attention will focus on Edu 322. Nature and Needs of the for His 211 or His 211D. One unit. the development of the concept of a united Early Adolescent Learner ...... 3 Christian society and the accompanying Edu 340. Curriculum and Methods 299. Readings in U.S. History since cultural differentiation. Three units. in the Secondary School ...... 3 1877 Edu 361. Education of Exceptional Required for history majors who bring ad- 305. The History of Political Theory Children ...... 3 vanced placement credit or transfer credit A one semester study of the major political Edu 370. History and Philosophy of for His 212 or His 212 D One unit. theorists of the West since the Renaissance. Some attention will also be given to con- *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign 300. Historiography temporary Christian political writing. Three language in high school and attained an average grade A course designed for historical studies units. of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the majors in their junior year. The course foreign language requirement. 68 Historical Studies

306. History of the Early Church lution. Prerequisite: His 211 or permission 327. History of South Africa A study of the historical and theological of the instructor. Three units. An historical study of the southern regions formation of the early church (C.E. 30- of Africa from the age prior to the first 600). Emphasis will be placed on the major 316. Recent American History: 1960s Dutch settlement in 1652 through the dis- theological controversies of the period, and An in-depth study of the “long decade” of solution of Apartheid in the early 1990s. the development of church government. the 1960s in the history of the United The course explores the diversity of indig- The role of women in the early church will States. The course will focus on social, enous people groups in southern Africa, the also be discussed. Students will be chal- cultural, diplomatic, political, and economic nature and growth of European settlements lenged to understand early Christianity forces from the mid-1950s to the early in Africa, and the modern struggle for po- within the context of the social, political, 1970s that helped shape modern American litical power in South Africa. Close atten- and spiritual climate of the Roman world. society. Three units. tion will be paid to the Afrikaner ideology Three units. of Baaskap, the political implementation of 317. The American Civil War Era Apartheid and the long history of black 308. Modern Russia A course which will focus on sectionalism, resistance. Three units. A study of Russia since Peter the Great. slavery, the Civil War, and Reconstruction Emphasis will be on the structural charac- during the mid-nineteenth century. An im- 328. Developing World Since 1945 ter and the ideals of Tsarist Russia, the portant focus of this course will be on the An exploration of post-WWII events and growing revolutionary movement and the political, social, and cultural issues that led trends in regions collectively known as the development of Marxist society. Prerequi- to the war. Prerequisite: His 211 or permis- “developing world”: Africa, the Middle East, site: His 214 or 325 or permission of the sion of the instructor. Three units. Latin America, and significant portions of instructor. Three units. Asia. In addition to internal concerns such 318. Studies in U.S. Constitutional as ethnic rivalry and political volatility, the 309. Modern Germany History course also considers the emergence of com- A study of modern Germany since 1815 A study of the origins of the Constitution plex socio-economic relationships between with emphasis on the twentieth century. with special attention given to the constitu- “developing” and “developed” nations. A Student reports and papers will largely fo- tional convention, body of the Constitu- significant component of the course will be cus on the Nazi era. Considerable effort tion, amendments and significant court the discussion and analysis of current glo- will be given to discussion and analysis of decisions which interpret the Constitution. bal events. Prerequisite: History 325. Three the “German problem.” Prerequisite: His Three units. units. 214 or 325 or permission of the instructor. Three units. 322. History of Modern China and 330. American Environmental History Japan A survey of the environment’s influence on 311. History of the Christian Church A survey of the history of China and Japan humans and their institutions and the im- A one-semester historical survey of the life since 1800. Consideration will be given to pact of humans and their institutions on and thought of the Christian church in its political, diplomatic, social and economic the environment over the course of Ameri- political and social environment. Attention transformations in both countries with a can history. The course will focus on key will be focused on critical periods of the particular emphasis on the interchange be- themes in American environmental his- church’s development such as its early for- tween China and Japan and Western civi- tory. Three units. mation within the Roman Empire, its role lization. Three units. in medieval civilization, the sixteenth cen- 331. Islamic Civilization to 1800 tury reform, modern revivals, and the like. 325. Contemporary Global History A study of peoples and nations around the Course work will stress source reading and A study of the emergence and character of Arabian Peninsula and across North Africa short reports. Offered by the Biblical Stud- the forces and changes that created a global, from the age of the prophet Muhammad ies Department as 383. Offered also as a interdependent world in the twentieth cen- through the age of Napoleon. Special con- correspondence course. Three units. tury. Special attention is given to the im- sideration is given to the role of Islam in pact of industrialization and imperialism in creating a distinct and enduring way of life. 314. America in the Revolutionary Age creating that global world and to the vari- Three units. A study of late colonial America from the ous ways in which developed and develop- early 1700s through the Revolution and ing nations and cultures responded to those 332. Modern Middle East the establishment of the new government changes. The impact of two world wars and A study of the modern Middle East focus- under the Constitution. Specific attention the role of global ideologies are highlighted. ing on the influence of Islam, oil and Israel will be given to the ideological, economic, The collateral readings and essay focus on on the Arab world since 1800. Topics to be political and religious origins of the Revo- non-western cultures and nations. Three studied in depth include imperialism and units. nationalism; problems of modernization

69 Historical Studies and development; the Arab-Israeli conflict; 341. American Religious History 371. History and Culture of African the global politics of oil; the Iranian revolu- A survey of religious ideas, peoples, and Americans tion; and Islamic revivalism. Three units. traditions through American history. At- Black people in America, their history, their tention is given to the role of religion in cultural accomplishments, and the social 335. The European Enlightenment America and its historical relationship to problems that have accompanied them. Modernity is a complex intellectual histori- politics and culture. While the develop- Enrollment open to freshmen with permis- cal issue among scholars. This course will ment of Christianity is observed, its varied sion. Three units. attempt to understand some of the traits of responses to religious diversity in American modernity by examining major historio- life is of special concern. Another impor- 372. Modern Africa graphical interpretations of the European tant theme is the emergence and signifi- An overview of the African continent since Enlightenment as a social, political, reli- cance of civil religion in America. Three 1800 that considers many of its important gious, philosophical, and intellectual move- units. physical, political, and cultural dimensions. ment. Three units. Special consideration is given to the impact 342. The Evangelical Tradition in of Europe and the United States on African 336. Darwin America (Cross listed as Bib 387) peoples, dimensions of European colonial The main purpose of this course is to un- See Bib 387 rule, patterns of indigenous response to derstand the utilitarian and Victorian colonization, Western images and percep- worldviews of nineteenth century England. 349. American Urban History tions of African peoples, and the role Africa Using Charles Darwin’s autobiography and A study of the development of urban has played in shaping the modern world. his diary, the student will reconstruct the America since the colonial period, with Three units. utilitarian worldview of Darwin. The stu- particular emphasis on the history of the dent is also responsible to understand how city since the late nineteenth century. The 390. Special Topics that worldview fits into the natural religion course will focus on how and why urbaniza- This course offers opportunities for study and political theory of Victorian England. tion developed and how it increasingly in- in various topics of interest within the field Three units. fluenced the structure of the American na- of history. These may be short-term courses tion. Themes of race, ethnicity, class, in- offered during the semester or during the 339. Renaissance and Reformation dustrialization, poverty, popular culture, summer term. Topics will be decided upon The course will examine Europe in the 14th leisure, work, and politics will be consid- by the history faculty as need and interest through 16th centuries in which there oc- ered in an effort to understand the societal arise. Credit to be determined. curred simultaneously three great move- changes which develop from the growth of ments: the cultural and literary Renais- urbanization in the United States. Three 398. North American Indians in sance emanating from Italy, the European units. American History reconnaissance of the world’s oceans pio- An overview of the interaction between neered by Portugal and Spain, and the 350. Summer Reading Seminar North American Indian cultures and Euro- Reformation of the Christian religion Guided readings in historical topics. Three American cultures over the last five hun- sparked by the Lutheran movement. Em- units. dred years of American history. The course phasis will be placed on the social setting focuses on key themes including cultural common to all. Prerequisite: History 214. 370. History and Philosophy of interaction, government policy, missionary Three units American Education efforts and Indian response, and the efforts A course designed to provide an overview of of American Indians to maintain self-deter- 340. America’s Global Relations in the the leading ideas and institutional develop- mination and sovereignty over the five hun- 20th Century ments that have shaped the character of dred year period of interaction with Euro- A study of the history of U.S. international American education. Of particular interest American culture. Prerequisite: History 211 relations with emphasis on the twentieth are the influence of Puritanism on educa- or His 212 or permission of the instructor. century. Attention will be given to the tion, the rise of the public school move- Three units. foundations of the ideology of U.S. foreign ment, the legacy of John Dewey and the policy, to the variety of influences that Progressive Movement, and the Christian 400. Independent Study shape American policy, and to the school movement. Students will look at Independent study in history may be pur- president’s role in managing foreign policy. educational developments within their so- sued by qualified students in accordance Prerequisite: His 212 or permission of the cial, intellectual, and political contexts. with established guidelines. See page 31. instructor. Three units. Three units. 401. Studies in U. S. History Advanced studies in a selected topic in American History. This course is conducted

70 Information and Computer Sciences as a seminar with a limited enrollment and Requirements for Major in consists of extensive reading accompanied Computer Science by written and oral presentations by the student. Prerequisites: His 211 and His The core and distribution requirements for 212 and permission of the instructor. Three a major in computer science are those listed units. for baccalaureate degrees on page 26, with the exception that the microcomputer ap- 409. Seminar in Modern History plications course (2 hours) is not required. Study of topics in modern history. Nor- Information and mally this course involves considerable stu- Major Course Requirements dent participation through papers, reports, Computer Ics 130. Computer Programming and discussions. Prerequisite: His 325 and Methodology...... 4 eight hours of upper level history courses, Sciences Ics 150. Advanced Programming or permission of the instructor. Three units. Methodology ...... 4 Ics 245. Systems Analysis...... 4 491. Senior Seminar in History Department Goals Ics 250. Introduction to Computer The seminar seeks to help the student ac- Organization ...... 4 complish two things: (1) discussion and The discipline of computer science is con- Ics 300. Data Base Concepts ...... 4 application of principles of historical writ- cerned with the examination of computa- Ics 325. Operating Systems ...... 4 ing, interpretation and research by the study tion and its related applications. The field is Ics 350. Programming Languages ...... 4 of historians’ works, and (2) the produc- relatively young. Being as young as it is, the Ics 375. Software Engineering ...... 4 tion of the first draft of their senior integra- discipline is experiencing the strain of rapid Ics 400. Data Structures & tion paper. Procedure will emphasize pre- growth so typical of a new frontier of knowl- Algorithms ...... 4 sentation to classmates and mutual encour- edge. The department of information and Ics 492. Senior Integration agement and critique. Required of all his- computer science is committed to a bal- Seminar and Paper ...... 4 tory majors in the fall semester of their anced exploration of all major method- Sta 251. Statistical Methods ...... 4 senior year. Three units. ological and content areas. Total ...... 44 The department seeks to accomplish the 492. Senior Integration Paper in following four major goals in offering a Recommended Cognate History program in information and computer sci- Courses* See page 27. ence: Mat 145. Calculus I...... 4 1. the development of “computer literacy” Mat 146. Calculus II ...... 4 Also offered as correspondence in all students enrolled at the college; Mat 247. Calculus III ...... 4 courses: 2. the support of all academic departments Mat 348. Differential Equations...... 4 303. Three units. needing a variety of computing re- Total ...... 16 311. Three units are required for a 34 hour sources; major. 3. the support of department courses needed by other majors to enhance those Requirements for Minor in programs; Computer Science and 4. the offering of major and minor pro- grams in information and computer Information Systems science. Ics 130. Computer Programming Methodology...... 4 The department is committed to an aca- Ics 150. Advanced Programming demically responsible presentation of the Methodology...... 4 discipline of information and computer Ics 240. Info. Systems for science. Many students express interest in Management ...... 4 this particular type of program. However, Ics 245. Systems Analysis...... 4 this discipline is not for every student. Ics 375. Software Engineering ...... 4 Students are welcome to the program but Total ...... 20 should be aware of the professional de- mands such a discipline makes on an indi- vidual. *Courses in departments other than mathematics may be approved by the Information Science Department.

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be implemented in the Java programming dations, and selected applications of sys- language. This course is rigorous. Students tems techniques. Data flow diagramming Information and enrolling should be fully committed to the will be included as an analysis technique. Computer Sciences development of computer programming Prerequisite: Ics 130, 150. Four units. skills. Four units. Courses 250. Introduction to Computer 150. Advanced Programming Organization 121. Microcomputer Applications: Methodology This course is an introduction to computer Technology, Literacy and Competency This course examines programming meth- organization with an emphasis upon view- This course provides a general overview of ods of greater sophistication. Topics in- ing the computer in a hierarchical fashion, technology, computing, and proficiency in clude data abstraction, data structures in- with virtual machines built on top of the the use of microcomputer applications. The cluding linked lists, stacks, queues, and features of lower level virtual machines. course develops a model for the consider- trees. The course provides an understand- There will be an emphasis upon interac- ation of technology from a Christian per- ing of the different implementations of tions among hardware, software, firmware, spective. This model includes the examina- these data structures. The student is also and operating systems. The basic organiza- tion of technology in general as well as a introduced to searching and sorting algo- tion of a computer—its central processing consideration of ethical issues in comput- rithms and their analysis. This course pro- unit, memory, and input/output devices all ing. A survey of the content of the comput- vides the necessary foundation for further tied together by a system bus—will be ing disciplines is also provided along with study in computer science. Prerequisite: Ics learned in theory, and that theory will be the development of skills in Microsoft 130. Four units. applied in practice to understanding the Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Students more important computer architectures of may transfer an approved course of similar 210. Computer Programming today. Students will also learn to program content but all students will be required to Methodology in C/C++, with those languages being used take the Christian perspective on technol- The same course as Ics 130 but prefix as a means of communicating many of the ogy portion of the course. There is no numbered at the 200 level to satisfy the ideas in the course. proficiency examination for the course. requirements for secondary education teach- Three units. ing certification in mathematics as instructed 300. Database Concepts by the Georgia Board of Education. Four A study of the nature and application of 122. Quantitative Microcomputing units. data base processing. The physical repre- This course provides an overview of spread- sentation of data bases, the primary struc- sheet microcomputing, with extensive lab 240. Information Systems for tured models used in organizing a data work in Microsoft Excel. Other quantita- Management base, commercially available data base man- tive tools will be described but not exten- This course examines the role of informa- agement systems, and the factors involved sively explored in this course. Exercises will tion systems technology in today’s business in implementing and using a data base are be constructed to parallel applications in world. The course is designed for business covered. Students will design and work the various disciplines, such as business, majors and information and computer ma- with a data base using one of the data base psychology, and engineering. Prerequisite: jors interested in developing a basic under- management systems on the Covenant Ics 121. Two units. standing of the application of computer College computing network. Prerequisite: technology in the business environment. Ics 130, 150, 245. Four units. 130. Computer Programming The course addresses the role of informa- Methodology tion in the business environment; the tech- 325. Operating Systems Designed for majors and minors in infor- niques of information problem identifica- An introduction to operating systems, their mation and computer science and students tion and analysis; the tools and techniques function, development, structure, and im- who decide to fulfill their Ics core require- of structured systems analysis; and over- plementation. A general model of operat- ment in programming. The first course views of software, hardware and telecom- ing systems functions and development will introduces the student to a general method- munications systems currently in use. In- be studied. Specific operating environments ology for computer programming. Course vestigation, analysis, writing, and presenta- studied include VMS and UNIX, as well as content includes problem solving tech- tion skills will be developed. Four units. recently introduced operating systems. Pre- niques, algorithm development, structured requisite: Ics 250. Four units. and object-oriented programming meth- 245. Systems Analysis odology, flowcharting, pseudocode, data An introduction to systems, concepts, and 350. Programming Languages types, selection, iteration, and arrays. Ele- the basic tools of systems analysis. Topics A survey of the significant features of exist- mentary file structures are also examined. include human decision making, project ing and experimental programming lan- Algorithm development in the course will planning and control, philosophical foun- guages with particular emphasis on gram-

72 Interdisciplinary Studies mars, syntax, semantics, notation, parsing, 492. Senior Integration Seminar and the same in-depth grasp of a discipline that and storage arrangements. Selected ex- Paper choice of a major in a single field would. amples of general purpose and special pur- This course is divided into two parts. The pose languages are studied. Prerequisite: Ics first part is a two-hour seminar on com- 130, 150, 245, 250. Four units. puter science and a Christian worldview. In Acceptance into the Major this part of the seminar the student exam- 375. Software Engineering ines major questions relative to Christian- Each student seeking a major in interdisci- Metric techniques and other methodolo- ity and the computer science profession. plinary studies must complete the applica- gies applied to the design and implementa- The student writes a paper expressing his/ tion form, which can be obtained from the tion of systems and application software. her Christian view as it relates to computer chairperson of the Interdisciplinary Studies An overview of the tools available to sup- science. The second part of the course is Department. The application form will port the development of large software sys- devoted to the study of one’s responsibility include a clear statement of the student’s tems will be given. A group project consists as a member of the computer science pro- goals and explanation of how those goals of the study and implementation of a large fession. The participants will examine tech- will best be fulfilled by an interdisciplinary software system of the type expected in niques in resume preparation, interview- major. industry. This type of project requires a ing, career goal setting, and professional The student should understand both what high degree of interaction and communica- identification. Under normal circumstances, an academic discipline is and what the tion among team members, as well as rigor- seniors participate in at least one computer advantages and disadvantages of pursuing ous coding techniques. Prerequisite: Ics 130, industry related registry. Four units. an interdisciplinary major are. 150; Mat 251, and junior or senior status. An academic discipline is a theoretical Four units. study that seeks to analyze a specific aspect of God’s creation or of humankind’s cul- 400. Data Structures and Algorithms tural response. It goes beyond merely intro- This course provides an in-depth study of ductory studies and is separate from those data structure methods. Using Ics 150 as a studies that are solely vocational in empha- foundation, the course makes an in-depth sis and from those that are simply tools to study of the typical range of data structure be used for analytical study. methods, including methods of represent- ing information both in memory and aux- Interdisciplinary iliary storage, and extensive use of dynamic Requirements for Major in storage allocation. The course also exam- Studies Interdisciplinary Studies ines tools and techniques for the analysis and measurement of algorithms. The target The core and distribution requirements for language used is Ada. Prerequisite: Ics 130, Goals a major in interdisciplinary studies are those 150, 250. Four units. listed for baccalaureate degrees on page 26. For the student wishing to explore more 450. Special Topics disciplines than would normally be pro- Major and Supporting Course A course offered on a subject of particular vided by selecting a major and a minor Requirements interest but unlisted as a regular course field, the interdisciplinary major gives the A combined minimum of 45 units outlined offering. The course is open to appropriate option of broader coverage. Interdiscipli- below: students by class standing, background, or nary studies employs a holistic approach Ids 204. Introduction to Interdisciplinary interest, depending on the topics. All offer- that consciously applies a methodology from Studies ...... 1 ings are at the discretion of the department. more than one discipline (integration) to Ids 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 The department uses this course to provide examine a person’s work, central theme, majors and other departments and groups issue, problem, topic, or experience. This A minimum of 12 non-core units must be with topics of current interest which are may give the student a better basis for such earned from Ids prefix courses or other timely in the student’s development in com- careers as advertising, business, law, or the courses approved by the Ids faculty. puter science as well as other disciplines. ministry. At the same time, the interdisci- Possible topics include artificial intelligence, plinary major should not be viewed as an A minimum of 30 units must be earned in the Internet neural networks, parallel proc- escape from choosing a major in a single two disciplines. This includes 15 non-core essing, expert systems, object oriented pro- academic discipline. The student should units in each chosen discipline. At least 12 gramming, and computer graphics. Pre- realize that, though the interdisciplinary of the 30 units must be 300 level or higher. requisites and credits will vary. major seeks to provide some depth in each Each discipline has its own requirements as of two academic disciplines, it will not give listed below. The student must fulfill the

73 Interdisciplinary Studies requirements of each chosen discipline. One Chemistry Measurement in Physical or two of the disciplines are to be chosen Presupposes H.S. Algebra/Chemistry Education...... 3 from the following: 121. General Chemistry ...... 4 313. Critical Health Issues or 328. First Accounting 122. General Chemistry ...... 4 Aid/Prevention and Treatment of Biblical Studies Chemistry elective (Che 225 or Athletic Injuries ...... 3 Biology above) ...... 8 335. PE in the Early Grades or 336. PE Business Economics in the Middle Grades or Chemistry 201. Principles of Macroeconomics ...... 3 460. Principles in Coaching ...... 3 Education 202. Principles of Microeconomics...... 3 PE electives ...... 3 Economics Economic electives ...... 3 (can include courses listed above) English Upper division economics electives ...... 3 Physics History Education 231. General Physics ...... 4 Mathematics 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 232. General Physics ...... 4 Missions 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 233. Modern Physics ...... 4 Music 370. History and Philosophy of (calculus as a prerequisite) Philosophy American Education...... 3 Psychology Physics Education elective ...... 3 100. General Psychology or 101. Psychology English Advanced General Psychology ... 4 or 2 Sociology 201. Introduction to Literary Studies ... 3 220. Christian Issues in Psychology ...... 2 English electives ...... 9 Psychology electives ...... 6 or 8 A second discipline may be chosen from the (department will direct the student (consult the Psychology Department) following: concerning final 9 units) Sociology Art History 141. Principles of Sociology ...... 3 Physical Education 212. United States History Since 1877. 3 Sociology electives ...... 9 Spanish 214. Age of Europe...... 3 (consult the Sociology Department) Youth Ministry Upper division history electives ...... 6 Spanish Mathematics 281. Intermediate Spanish ...... 4 Course Requirements for each 145. Calculus I ...... 4 282. Intermediate Spanish ...... 4 Discipline: 146. Calculus II ...... 4 Upper division Spanish elective ...... 6 Accounting 247. Calculus III ...... 4 Youth Ministry 201. Principles of Accounting I ...... 3 348. Differential Equations ...... 4 211. Introduction to Relational 202. Principles of Accounting II ...... 3 (if calculus was taken in high school Youth Ministry ...... 3 301. Intermediate Accounting I ...... 3 or at another institution, then 212. Relational Youth Ministry 302. Intermediate Accounting II ...... 3 Calculus I would not be required) Skills ...... 3 305. Cost Accounting ...... 3 Missions 213. Team Relational Youth Art 201. Introduction to Missions or Ministry I ...... 3 301. Art History I ...... 3 202. Theology of Missions ...... 3 214. Team Relational Youth 302. Art History II ...... 3 302. World Religions or 303. Modern Ministry II ...... 3 Art electives ...... 6 Religious Cults ...... 3 (excluding Art 111. Introduction Missions elective ...... 3 to Art) Biblical Studies elective ...... 3 Biblical Studies Music Interdisciplinary 372. Hermeneutics ...... 3 161. Music Theory I...... 3 Studies Courses 371. Ethics or 376. Apologetics ...... 3 162. Music Theory II ...... 3 Bible “book study” course...... 3 Applied Music, 2 semesters ...... 4 202. Popular Culture Mission elective ...... 3 Ensemble, 2 semesters ...... 2 This course is designed to help students Biology Philosophy understand the cultural ideas that shape 111. General Biology ...... 4 101. Introduction to Philosophy ...... 3 their lives and influence their actions. At- 112. General biology ...... 4 Two of 201, 202 or 203. History of tention is focused on the music, people, and Biology elective ...... 4 Philosophy I, II, III ...... 6 events that have played a major role in Business Philosophy elective ...... 3 American culture since 1950. Time will 300. Principles of Management ...... 3 Physical Education also be spent critiquing popular media like Business electives ...... 9 211. History and Principles of P.E. or movies, music, news, and MTV. The goal (Bus. prefix courses only) 212. Methods, Materials and is to give students the necessary tools for

74 Interdisciplinary Studies living a life of full-orbed obedience to Jesus taken for upper-division credit. Prerequi- manism, New Age or Cosmic Humanism, Christ. As society moves into the twenty- site: resident assistant status. Two units. and biblical Christianity) and with the first century, today’s college students will worldviews’ implications for each of ten assume leadership positions in families, 310G. Darwin academic fields: theology, philosophy, eth- churches, government, and careers. This The main purpose of this course is to un- ics, biology, psychology, sociology, law, course is designed to help prepare students derstand the Utilitarian and Victorian politics, economics, and history. Following to serve effectively by understanding the worldviews which dominated 19th century the textbook, the course allows proponents spirits of the age and how they seek stu- England. Using Darwin’s autobiography of the competing views to describe and dents’ allegiance. Two units. and his diary, the student will have to defend them; students are encouraged to reconstruct the utilitarian worldview of think critically for themselves about evi- 204. Introduction to Interdisciplinary Darwin when he departed on a circumglobal dences and arguments for and against the Studies voyage of the Beagle. Once the student views. Important goals include developing This course will introduce the student to understands the utilitarian worldview, then critical thinking abilities, increasing under- the nature of an academic discipline and the student is responsible to understand standing of competing worldviews and their will explore the integration of faith and how it fits into the natural religion and implications, and heightened ability to ex- learning in selected interdisciplinary stud- political theory in Victorian England. Three plain and defend the Christian worldview ies. Research methods and theoretical ap- units. This course is also offered as electives and its implications. Three units. proaches used in current interdisciplinary in the history department (His 390) and for studies will be examined as a prolegomena the philosophy and religion major Three 335. The Enlightenment to the Ids Senior Integration Project (Ids units. Modernity is a complex intellectual histori- 492). One unit. cal issue among scholars. This course will 315. Religions and Social Theory of attempt to understand some of the traits of 205. The Church and Social Concern 19th Century Europe modernity by examining major historio- A biblical, theological, and historical sur- By the mid-19th century in Germany, there graphical interpretations of the European vey of the church’s response to social prob- arose a sharp distinction between the meth- Enlightenment as a social, political, reli- lems. Specific emphasis will be given to odology of the natural sciences and the gious, philosophical, and intellectual move- assessing the nature and extent of the human sciences. The human sciences main- ment. Three units. This course is also of- church’s responsibility for addressing the tained that they could not take their cue fered as electives in the history department varied dimensions of poverty. The course from the natural sciences which searched (four units; HIS 390B) and for the philoso- will include a strongly practical dimension for general laws to explain phenomena. phy and religion major Three units. where students, as members of Christ’s Rather, the human sciences wished to grasp body, will identify specific approaches to the individual and unique features of socio- 371. History and Culture of African personal application. Three units. cultural and historical phenomena. How- Americans ever, by what method does one come to Black people in America, their history, their 210. Special Topics in interpret human action? Notable German cultural accomplishments, and the social Interdisciplinary Studies scholars presented the method of inner problems that have accompanied them. This course offers opportunities for study human understanding (Verstehen). Hence, Enrollment open to freshmen with permis- in various topics of an interdisciplinary the purpose of this course will be to unfold sion. Three units. nature. These may be short-term courses the method of inner human understanding offered during the semester or during the in the context of theology, language, his- 372. History and Culture of Modern summer term. Topics will be decided by the tory, philology, human sciences, phenom- Africa faculty member as the need and interest enology, existentialism, and anthropology. An interdisciplinary study of the history arise. Three units. This course is also offered as an and culture of modern Africa and Africans. elective for the philosophy and religion Emphasis will be placed on the readings of 299 (399). Individual and Group major and an interdisciplinary studies soci- African writers, artists and political leaders. Dynamics ology concentration. Three units. Beginning with a review of the African A study of interpersonal behavior in small continent itself, the course will focus on the groups, with attention to group structure, 320. Understanding the Times: places, peoples and problems now facing individual factors, communication, devel- Contemporary Worldviews in Conflict modern Africa. Brief examinations of key opmental theories, and interpersonal skills The course acquaints students with the African institutions (arts, families, politics, in a residence hall environment. Proce- need for worldview thinking, with four religion, etc.) will be considered within the dures include role playing, simulation, and worldviews of particular influence in the economic and cultural context of selected situational/dispositional diagnosis. May be late twentieth and the coming twenty-first countries. Class instruction will include the centuries (Marxism/Leninism, Secular hu- viewing of the PBS video series, “The Afri-

75 Law/Maclellan Scholars Program/Marketing cans,” hosted by Dr. Ali A. Mazrui. Three in the college’s dual-degree program with 141, 142 and 251. One unit. Spring semes- units. Georgia Institute of Technology are eli- ter. gible to be selected as Maclellan Scholars. 399. Independent Study These courses are required of students des- MSP 343. Issues in Leadership See page 31 for requirements. ignated as Maclellan Scholars; most of them A discussion course focusing on recent schol- are open to a limited number of other arship in the field of leadership. Required 400. Special Topics students with the permission of the instruc- of junior Maclellan Scholars; open to oth- This course offers opportunities for study tor. ers with permission of the instructor. To be in various topics of interest within the field taken concurrently with MSP 344, of interdisciplinary studies. These may be Practicum in Leadership, if possible. Pre- short-term courses offered during the se- requisite: MSP 141, 142, and 251 or 252. mester or during the summer term. Topics Maclellan Scholars Pass-fail. Fall semester. One unit. will be decided upon by the interdiscipli- Courses nary department faculty as need and inter- MSP 344. Practicum in Leadership est arise. Credit to be determined. MSP 141-142. The Character of A self-designed course in which each Leadership I, II Maclellan Scholar will explore and exercise 401. Philosophy of Culture A two-semester study of important charac- his or her gifts for formal or informal lead- See Organizational Management program. teristics of effective leaders, both in theory ership in one of the following categories: and in the lives of great leaders throughout organizational life, intellectual endeavor, 492. Senior Integration Paper in history. Pass-fail. Fall semester, two units; or ministry and service. Each student’s Interdisciplinary Studies spring semester, one unit. project requires supervision by a faculty See page 27. member. To be completed by the end of the MSP 251. Introduction to Rhetoric junior year. Zero or one unit, depending on A one-semester study and practice of oral the student’s project. and written rhetoric based on issues that are raised in the cultural heritage course. The class emphasizes making presentations and discussion skills; class participation is a primary basis for evaluation. Faculty mem- bers teaching Cultural Heritage share in the teaching. Students must be enrolled Law concurrently in COR 225. Required of sophomore Maclellan Scholars; open to See Pre-Law Studies. others with permission of the instructor up Marketing to a total of 18 students. This course when taken with MSP 252 may be used to fulfill See Business and Economics. the core requirement in speech. Prerequi- site: MSP 141, 142. One unit. Fall semes- ter.

MSP 252. Applied Rhetoric A one-semester study and practice of oral and written rhetoric based on issues raised Maclellan at Covenant College. The class requires class participation and a speech to an audi- Scholars ence outside the class. The class is team- taught with members of the administra- Program tion. Student class participation is a re- quirement. Required of sophomore The Maclellan Scholars Program offers Maclellan Scholars; open to others with courses designed to stimulate the thinking permission of the instructor up to a total of and develop the skills of potential Christian 18 students. This course when taken with leaders. Students planning to enroll in a MSP 251 may be used to fulfill the core four-year program at Covenant College or requirement in speech. Prerequisite: MSP

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transferred back to Covenant to complete a Requirements for Major in bachelor of arts in Natural Science: Engi- Natural Science with neering while completing a bachelor of science in a variety of disciplines of engi- Georgia Secondary School neering or mathematics. Admittance to or Certification in completion of the pre-engineering program Mathematics at Covenant does not automatically guar- antee admission to the approved engineer- This program is designed to prepare teach- Mathematics ing school. Each student must meet the ers of mathematics for grades 7-12. The transfer student admission requirements of college degree is for a major in natural The primary goals of the mathematics de- the approved institution. science with an emphasis in mathematics. partment are to offer a teacher certification program in secondary mathematics and Program Objectives provide services as needed for majors in Requirements for Major in It is expected that graduates of the Math- areas other than mathematics (for example, Natural Science ematics Education Program will: biology, chemistry, and the dual degree 1. apply a Christian worldview to math- program in engineering). Concentration in ematics and to the teaching/learning of In each of its courses, the department Mathematics (Dual Degree) mathematics; seeks to teach an exactness of thinking, The core and distribution requirements for 2.demonstrate sufficient knowledge of logic, and technical skill, so that the stu- a major in natural science with a concentra- mathematics to promote meaningful dents involved can better appreciate the tion in mathematics are, for the most part, learning by adolescents; exactness and depth of the infinite mind of those listed for baccalaureate degrees on 3. demonstrate the application of math- God. page 26. Exceptions can be made depend- ematics to problem solving in other dis- ing on the particular requirements of the ciplines; school to which a transfer is planned for 4. apply theories of adolescent development Requirements for Minor in completion of the dual degree program. in order to promote meaningful learn- Mathematics For example, for Georgia Tech, the follow- ing; ing exceptions should be made: 5. apply knowledge and instructional skills Mat 145-146. Calculus I, II ...... 8 Ics 130. Computer Programming Meth- that enhance meaningful learning of Mat 247. Calculus III ...... 4 odology (4 hours) is required. mathematics by adolescents; Mat 348. Differential Equations...... 4 Four hours of humanities are required 6. use educational technology for instruc- Sta 251. Elementary Statistical rather than three. (Eng 114. Introduction tion, including calculators and comput- Methods ...... 4 to Literature is recommended to fulfill the ers; Total ...... 20 humanities requirement.) 7. apply formal and informal assessment Four hours of United States history are strategies for ensuring continuous devel- required (His 211, 212, or 316). opment of adolescent learners. Dual Degree Program Four hours of American government are required. Core Requirements Students in this program study for three Humanities years at Covenant College before transfer- Major and Supporting Course Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 ring to an approved engineering school. Requirements Bib 142 or 148. New Testament ...... 3 The dual degree program allows students to Mat 145-146. Calculus I, II ...... 8 Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine ...... 6 gain the benefits of the Christ-centered Mat 247. Calculus III ...... 4 Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of education offered by Covenant and the Mat 341. Modern Algebra ...... 3 the West I, II ...... 6 excellent scientific training available from a Mat 348. Differential Equations ...... 4 Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural variety of universities and technical insti- Mat 492. Senior Integration Paper ..... 2 Heritage of the West ...... 2 tutes, such as the Georgia Institute of Tech- Phy 231-232. General Physics ...... 8 Humanities elective ...... 3 nology, the University of Missouri at Rolla, Physics elective ...... Social Science and Pennsylvania State University. Total ...... 33 Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 Students may request the approval of Students attending institutions employ- Cor 325. Global Trends for the specific engineering schools by submitting ing the quarter system should complete a 21st Century ...... 3 their catalogs to the dual degree program minimum of 45 credit hours in their major His 325. Contemporary Global director at Covenant. The program direc- science or engineering program with a mini- History ...... 3 tor will identify requirements that must be mum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale. Social Science Elective ...... 3

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Science Secondary ...... 15 students with credit for any mathematics Lab Science ...... 4 Professional education subtotal ...... 41 course (or equivalent) numbered 142 or Other Grand total ...... 138 higher unless special permission is granted Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 by the instructor. Four units. Cor 340. Christ and Culture Seminar ...... 1 142. Pre-Calculus Mathematics Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 Mathematics Courses Analytical trigonometry, systems of equa- Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 Placement in mathematics courses for those tions, matrices and determinants, linear *Foreign Language I, II ...... 8 with no previous college mathematics credit programming, solution of polynomial equa- Ics 121. Microcomputer is determined on the basis of high school tions, conic sections, mathematical induc- Applications ...... 3 mathematics credit, high school mathe- tion, the binomial theorem, permutations PE 151. Concepts in Physical matics GPA, mathematics scores on the and combinations, and introductory prob- Education...... 2 SAT or ACT, and scores on the mathemat- ability. Designed to meet the requirements PE 152. Aerobics ...... 1 ics placement test given at registration time of various major programs (including biol- Core Requirements subtotal ...... 59 each semester. ogy, business administration, and elemen- tary education/middle grades certification) Teaching Field 040. Elementary and Intermediate and to provide preparation for the calculus Ics 210. Computer Programming Algebra sequence. Prerequisite: Mat 141 or place- Methodology...... 4 A review of elementary and intermediate ment level 3; not open to students with Mat 145-146. Calculus with algebra designed to assist students in devel- credit for any mathematics course (or Analytic Geometry I, II ...... 8 oping the skills necessary for taking Funda- equivalent) numbered 145 or higher unless Mat 247. Calculus with Analytic mentals of Mathematics or College Alge- special permission is granted by the instruc- Geometry III ...... 4 bra. Prerequisite: placement level 1. Four tor. Four units. Mat 331. Linear Algebra ...... 3 units institutional credit (institutional credit Mat 341. Modern Algebra ...... 3 is not applicable to the 126 units required 144. Finite Mathematics Mat 342. Modern Geometry I ...... 3 for graduation). Only offered on a credit/ Systems of linear equations, matrices, lin- Mat 343. Modern Geometry II ...... 3 no credit basis. ear programming, mathematics of finance Mat 348. Differential Equations ...... 4 and elementary differential and integral Mat 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 122. Fundamentals of Mathematics calculus. Emphasis will be placed on appli- Sta 251. Elementary Statistical Elementary set theory, mathematical logic, cations to finance and management prob- Methods ...... 4 systems of numeration, the real number lems. Prerequisite: Mat 141 or placement Teaching field subtotal ...... 38 system, mathematical systems, geometry, level 3. Four units. counting methods, and elementary prob- Professional Education ability and statistics. Designed to fulfill the 145-146. Calculus With Analytic Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 general education core mathematics require- Geometry I, II Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 ment for students in teacher certification Analytic geometry, functions and limits, Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic programs. Prerequisite: Mat 040 or place- the derivative and its applications, tran- Society ...... 3 ment level 2; not open to students with scendental functions, the definite integral Edu 322. Nature and Needs of the Early credit for any mathematics course (or and its application, methods of integration. Adolescent Learner...... 3 equivalent) numbered 142 or higher unless These courses are prerequisite to all mathe- Edu 340. Curriculum and Methods special permission is granted by the instruc- matics courses numbered above 200. Pre- in Secondary School ...... 3 tor. Four units. requisite: Mat 142 or placement level 4 for Edu 361. Education of Exceptional 145; Mat 145 for 146. Eight units. Children ...... 3 141. College Algebra Edu 370. History and Philosophy of Complex numbers, solution of equations 247. Calculus With Analytic Geometry American Education...... 3 and inequalities, techniques of graphing, III Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 and the study of various functions: linear, A continuation of Mat 145-146. Vectors, Edu 427. Teaching Mathematics in quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponen- and parametric equations, solid analytic the Middle Grades ...... 4 tial, and logarithmic. Designed for those geometry and vectors, partial differentia- Edu 497-498. Teaching Practicum— who have had two years of high school tion, multiple integration, line and surface algebra, but need more depth in algebraic integrals, infinite series. Prerequisite: Mat *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign topics to prepare for enrollment in Mat 146. Four units. language in high school and attained an average grade 142, Mat 144 or Sta 251. Prerequisite: Mat of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the foreign language requirement. 040 or placement level 2; not open to

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Sta 251. Elementary Statistical vectors will be treated. Prerequisite: Mat 401-402. Advanced Topics in Methods 146. Three units. Mathematics An introductory course in statistical proce- Topics are considered in number theory, dures used in scientific research investiga- 341. Modern Algebra operations research, mathematical statis- tions. Topics considered include the nature Integral domains, rings, fields, groups, el- tics, or advanced calculus, depending on and importance of statistics, quantifica- ementary number theory, and other se- student demand. Prerequisite: Mat 247. tion, measurement, probability, elemen- lected topics. Prerequisite: Mat 146. Three Four units per semester. tary research design, the collection and units. scoring of research results, measures of con- 492. Senior Integration Paper trol tendency and norms, correlational 342-343. Modern Geometry I, II See page 27. analysis, statistical inference, analysis of The objective of this course is to teach variance and the analysis of categories and students axiomatic reasoning without the ranks. Computer applications will be aid of diagrams, explore what can be de- stressed. May be taken only if at least one of duced from neutral geometry (without the the following prerequisites has been met: Euclidean Fifth Postulate, or, equivalently, Mat 141 or a C or better in a higher level the Hilbert Parallel Axiom for Euclidean mathematics course or placement level 3. Geometry), explore aspects of Euclidean Three hours lecture and two hours labora- Geometry, then, replace the Euclidean Fifth tory. Offered fall semester. Four units. Postulate with the Hyperbolic Parallel Pos- tulate, and show that Hyperbolic Geom- Medicine 321. Applied Mathematics: etry is as self-consistent as Euclidean Ge- Engineering Mechanics-Statics ometry. The historical developments, philo- See Pre-Medical Studies. Equilibrium conditions with forces and sophical implications and Hyperbolic Trigo- torques in two and three dimensional space. nometry should be of particular use to Topics included are statics of particles, future secondary education mathematics moments and equivalent systems of forces, instructors. Prerequisite: Mat 146. Three equilibrium of rigid bodies, distributed units each semester. forces, analysis of structures, forces in beams and friction. Prerequisite: Mat 146; Phy 348. Differential Equations 232. Three units. First order differential equations, second and higher order linear equations, series 322. Applied Mathematics: solutions, the Laplace transform, systems Ministerial Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics of first order equations, linear second order Non-equilibrium conditions with forces and boundary value problems. Both analytic Training torques in two and three dimensional space. and numerical techniques are studied. Pre- Topics included are kinematics of particles requisite: Mat 247. Four units. See Pre-ministerial Curriculum. and rigid bodies in plane motion, relation- ships of acceleration, velocity, angular ac- Sta 364. Special Topics in Advance celeration and angular velocity, curvilinear Statistical Methods motion, relative motion and acceleration, This course is designed to offer an advanced equations of motion, work and energy, and topic in applied statistics. Three main top- impulse and momentum principles. Pre- ics are offered on a rotating basis: regression requisite: Mat 321. Three units. analysis, design of experiments and analysis of variance, and survey sampling. Other 331. Linear Algebra topics offered on a demand basis include This course will develop the algebra of but are not limited to factor analysis, statis- Missions vectors and matrices, including finding the tical process control (SPC), statistical com- inverse of a matrix, subspaces, basis and puting, spreadsheet use in statistical analy- See Biblical Studies and Missions. dimension of vector spaces, linear transfor- sis, and multivariate analysis. Prerequisite: mations, isomorphisms. Inner and cross Sta 251 or equivalent. Four units. products will be treated. Special types of matrices will be discussed, such as the Jor- dan Normal form. Eigenvalues and eigen-

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Non-keyboard music majors are to en- Mus 492. Senior Integration Paper...... 2 roll their first semester as a music major for Piano Proficiency ...... 0 private piano instruction either with or Total ...... 54 without credit. It will normally take four semesters of private piano instruction to complete the piano proficiency require- Requirements for Minor in ment. Music Applicants for the music programs will Music follow the standard application procedure Mus 161-162. Music Theory I, II ...... 6 for the college but will be admitted to the Mus 171. Music Appreciation ...... 3 music programs only by audition. Scholar- Applied Music, 2 semesters ...... 4 Department Goals ships or performance grants are available to Ensemble, 2 semesters ...... 2 gifted students. Auditions for music schol- Total ...... 15 The faculty members of the music depart- arships should be in person when possible. ment at Covenant are committed to the However, when circumstances prevent a task of helping students grow academically, prospective student from appearing in per- Requirements for Major in musically, and spiritually. During students’ son, an audition by tape recording will be Applied Music, B.Mus. time of involvement with the music faculty accepted. Information on music scholar- and with the music curriculum at Cov- ship audition requirements is available from Degree enant, it is intended that they will learn the admissions office. This is a pre-professional program designed significant aspects of the theory and struc- to prepare students for performance, church ture of music, music history and literature. music, or graduate studies in applied music, It is also intended that students should Requirements for Major in musicology, theory, or related studies. In develop their skills in aural perception and Music, B.A. Degree addition to the intensive private study in performance to a significant degree. applied music, the program includes suffi- The development of musical gifts is seen The purpose of the curriculum is to provide cient theory, music history and literature to as an important work to which faculty and both a broad liberal arts education and a insure a thorough music background. A students are called. All music study is ap- concentrated training in applied and aca- junior and a senior recital are required of proached with the view that such study will demic music studies. Private lessons are each student. offer students and faculty unique insights offered in piano, organ, voice, and the The core and distribution requirements into and knowledge of the created structure orchestral and band instruments. Comple- for a major in applied music, B.Mus. de- of reality, insight and knowledge which tion of this program requires a total of 126 gree, are those listed as follows: only the art and discipline of music can units, including 54 units of music. provide. The core and distribution requirements Core Course Requirements: for a major in music, B.A. degree, are those Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament listed for baccalaureate degrees on page 26 Literature ...... 3 Requirements for All Music with the exception that a course in art, Bib 142 or 149. New Testament Majors literature or philosophy is required to fulfill Literature ...... 3 the core humanities requirement. Bib 277/278. Christian Doctrine I/II ... 6 Music majors are required to attend stu- Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 dent recitals and to participate in a per- Major and Supporting Course Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of forming organization of the department Requirements the West I, II ...... 6 each semester in attendance, with or with- Mus 161-162. Music Theory I, II ...... 6 Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural out credit. A maximum of four units may be Mus 163-164. Ear Training I, II ...... 4 Heritage of the West ...... 2 applied to degree requirements for music Mus 261-262. Music Theory III, IV .... 6 Cor 325. Global Trends for the majors. Credit may be earned in any of the Mus 263-264. Ear Training III, IV ...... 4 21st Century ...... 3 performing organizations sponsored by the Mus 282. Basic Conducting ...... 2 Cor 337. Cross-Cultural Experience..... 1 department. Mus 371-372. Music History and Cor 340. Christ and Culture Seminar .. 1 All music majors are required to demon- Literature ...... 6 Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 strate basic piano proficiency: accompani- Applied Music—major instrument ..... 16 Foreign Language (one semester of ments to art songs, instrumental solos, or Ensemble ...... 4 French and one semester of German, piano music, and performance of a pre- Music electives, literature/theory ...... 4 or two semesters of the same foreign pared piano composition or accompani- Concert and recital attendance language) ...... 8 ment. (minimum three per semester) ...... 0

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Ics 121. Microcomputer 371-372. Music History and Literature 161-162. Music Theory I, II Applications ...... 3 An intense study of the music of all ages A study of keys, scales, intervals, triads, PE 151-152 Concepts in P.E. and designed for the music major. Open to chord progressions, cadences, harmoniza- Personal Aerobics ...... 3 others with the approval of the instructor. tions of melodies and basses, simple modu- Social Science Elective ...... 3 Three units each semester. lations, and analysis. Three meetings per Core requirements subtotal...... 44 week. Three units each semester. 373. Piano Literature Major and Supporting Course A study of the development of the piano 163-164. Ear Training I, II Requirements and the various forms in which piano works A course designed to develop the students’ Mus 161-162. Music Theory I, II ...... 6 appear. Emphasis upon the style of various aural perceptions through rhythmic, me- Mus 163-164. Ear Training I, II ...... 4 composers and extensive repertoire. Two lodic, and harmonic dictation, sight sing- Mus 261-262. Music Theory III, IV .... 6 units. ing, and keyboard harmony. Two hours Mus 263-264. Ear Training III, IV ...... 4 per week. Two units per semester. Mus 282. Basic Conducting ...... 2 374. Voice Literature Mus 363. Form and Analysis ...... 2 A comprehensive study of art song litera- 261-262. Music Theory III, IV Mus 371-372. Music History and ture. Two units. A study of modulations, altered chords, Literature ...... 6 augmented chords, ornamentation, analy- Mus 381. Advanced Conducting ...... 2 376. Hymnology sis and original work. Three meetings per Applied Music—Major instrument .... 32 A study of the textual and musical elements week. Three units each semester. Ensemble ...... 4 of the hymnology of the Christian church, Mus 362. Counterpoint ...... 2 including early church song, the Lutheran 263-264. Ear Training III, IV Mus 461. Orchestration ...... 2 chorale, Psalmody, and English and Ameri- Same as Mus 163-164 but more advanced Music Literature or Theory can hymnody. The course will also include work. Two hours per week. Two units per electives ...... 4 critical evaluation of hymns. Two units. semester. Mus 492. Senior Integration Paper...... 2 *Mus 060. Piano Proficiency ...... 0 473. Choral Literature 362. Counterpoint **Mus 305. Junior Recital ...... 0 A comprehensive study of the choral litera- The harmonic contrapuntal technique of **Mus 405. Senior recital ...... 0 ture of all periods. Two units. the eighteenth century. Two units. Concert and recital attendance (minimum 3 per semester) ...... 0 474. Symphonic Literature 363. Form and Analysis Music elective ...... 4 A course in the study of symphonic litera- A course in the analysis of all forms preva- Major subtotal ...... 82 ture of the eighteenth, nineteenth, and lent in the eighteenth and nineteenth cen- Grand total ...... 126 twentieth centuries. Two units. turies. Detailed study of structure of phrases, periods, transitions, parts, songs, dance 492. Senior Integration Paper in forms and sonata form. Extensive analysis Music. of actual works such as Mendelssohn’s Songs Music History and See page 27. Without Words and Beethoven’s Sonatas. Literature Courses Prerequisite: Music Theory II. Two units. 171. Music Appreciation 400. Independent Study A course designed to develop a musical Music Theory Courses See page 31 for requirements. perception and ability to hear the best music 122. Basic Music Theory intelligently. Emphasis is placed on aspects A course designed to bring students lacking 461. Orchestration of style that distinguish one era from an- an adequate background in music theory Study of ranges, tonal possibilities, techni- other. (Music majors may be exempted up to the level required for college-level cal limitations, and necessary transposi- from this course upon examination.) Three music theory. Basic elements of music theory tions of all orchestral and band instru- units. will be studied, including raw materials of ments; scoring of short pieces in various sound, musical notation, time classifica- styles for small and large orchestra and tion, musical intervals, scales, key signa- band. Prerequisite: Music Theory II. Two tures, and triads. The course will also in- units. *Students should register for piano proficiency the se- clude basic ear training and sight singing. mester in which they wish to take the examination. Four units.

**Students should register for recital the semester during which it is to be given.

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ing on the orchestra’s open positions. In- music department chairman in cases where quiries regarding auditions and other de- instruction is taken off-campus. The music Performance tails should be addressed to the Managing department will assist in scheduling private Organizations Director, Chattanooga Symphony Orches- instruction off-campus. tra, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402. All students studying privately, whether 193-194. Covenant Chorale music majors or not, are required to attend Members are selected after an audition recitals. with the director. Three hours rehearsal The level assigned at the beginning of a weekly. Concerts are presented on annual Applied Music semester (preferably on the basis of audi- tours and in local churches. Fee: $2 per Courses tion) is subject to being changed in the semester. One unit per semester. course of that semester if the student does 282. Basic Conducting not prove to work at that level. 195. Madrigal Singers Fundamental conducting techniques, in- Applied music instruction is offered for 196. Chamber Singers cluding beat patterns, left hand dynamic credit with the following course number The study and performance of choral litera- control, simple phrasing, tempo and rhyth- sequence: ture appropriate for small voice groups. mic changes. Two units. Open to students with sight singing ability Non- and with the approval of the director. Three 381 A. Advanced Conducting—Choral Music music hours per week. Fee: $2 per semester. One Continued development of the basic con- major major unit per semester. ducting skills. Rehearsal techniques and 2 units 4 units 2 units principles of interpretation appropriate for 1st yr. 101, 102 103, 104 105, 106 291-292. Symphonic Wind Ensemble choral conducting. Membership in one of 2nd yr. 201, 202 203, 204 205, 206 The study and performance of standard the college’s choral performing groups is 3rd yr. 301, 302 303, 304 305, 306 literature for symphonic band and wind required. Prerequisite: Mus 282. Basic Con- 4th yr. 401, 402 403, 404 405, 406 ensemble. Membership by audition. Three ducting. Two units. hours rehearsal weekly for woodwind, brass The suffix P (piano), V (voice), or I and percussion players. One unit per se- 381 B. Advanced Conducting– (instrument) will be added to the above mester. Instrumental numbers. Continued development of the basic con- Students who do not qualify for credit in 293-294. Chamber Orchestra ducting skills. Rehearsal techniques and applied music may register for audit (no The study and performance of standard principles of interpretation appropriate for credit). symphonic literature. Membership by au- instrumental conducting. Membership in dition. Three hours rehearsal weekly for one of the college’s instrumental perform- string and woodwind players. One unit per ing groups is required. Prerequisite: Mus semester. 282. Basic Conducting. Two units.

295-296. Brass Choir Private instruction The study and performance of brass choir Private instruction for credit in piano, or- literature from the sixteenth century to the gan, voice, orchestral and band instruments, present. Membership by audition. Perform- and classical guitar is available for any stu- ances are offered in the Southeast area, in dent needing such instruction to fulfill de- local churches and in chapel. Three hours gree requirements. Such students will pay rehearsal weekly. One unit per semester. either a $60 (2 credits) or $120 (4 credits) semester fee for private music instruction in 297-298. Instrumental Ensemble one performance medium until degree re- Woodwind quintet, brass quintet, string quirements are met. Private music instruc- quartet, piano trio, percussion ensemble, tion may be available to music majors who etc. are arranged according to student needs desire to continue beyond their degree re- and performance levels. One-half or one quirements at a rate of $160 (two units) per unit per semester. semester. Non-music majors may take les- sons at the same rate. Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra Prior to registration each semester, all Advanced student musicians may qualify students taking applied music must obtain for membership in the orchestra, depend- approval from the instructor or from the

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*Additional Science ...... 4 Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of *Elective Units ...... 6 the West I, II ...... 6 Total ...... 66 Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural Heritage of the West ...... 2 Humanities elective ...... 3 Requirements for Major in Social Science Natural Science with Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 Georgia Secondary School Cor 325. Global Trends for the 21st Natural Science Century ...... 3 Broad Fields Science His 325. Contemporary Global Certification (grades 7-12) History ...... 3 Requirements for Major in Social Science Elective ...... 3 Natural Science This new program is approved by the Math/Science Georgia Professional Standards Commis- NSC 115. Science in Perspective ...... 4 Concentration in chemistry sion. Students interested in secondary-level Other Concentration in mathematics certification should consult with the chair- Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 Concentration in physics man of the Teacher Education Program. Cor 340. Christ and Culture Seminar .. 1 Concentration in pre-engineering Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 Concentration in pre-nursing Program Objectives Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 Concentration in pre-physical therapy It is expected that graduates of the Science *Foreign Language I, II ...... 8 (See individual sections for each listing) Education Program (Broad Fields) will: Ics 121. Microcomputer 1. apply a Christian worldview to science Applications ...... 3 and to the teaching/learning of science; PE 151. Concepts in PE ...... 2 Requirements for Associate 2. demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the PE 152. Aerobics ...... 1 of Arts Degree in Basic sciences to promote meaningful learn- Core requirements subtotal ...... 59 ing by adolescents; Health Sciences 3. demonstrate the ability to conduct labo- Teaching Field This program provides the foundation for ratory demonstrations and field experi- Choose one of the following fields of entering a number of baccalaureate-level ences; concentration: programs in the health professions. Ex- 4. apply theories of adolescent develop- Biology amples are medical technology, occupa- ment in order to promote meaningful Bio 111-112. General Biology ...... 8 tional therapy, respiratory therapy, physi- learning; Bio 216-217. Human Anatomy and cal therapy, radiologic technology, 5. apply knowledge and instructional skills Physiology or Bio 311-312 physician’s assistant and dental hygiene. that enhance meaningful learning of Comparative Anatomy and The core and distribution requirements science by adolescents; Comparative Animal Physiology ...... 8 for an associate of arts degree in basic health 6. use educational technology for instruc- Bio 308. Ecology ...... 4 sciences are those listed for associate de- tion and assessment; Bio 315. Macroevolution and grees on page 25, with the following excep- 7. apply formal and informal assessment Microevolution ...... 3 or 4 tion: Laboratory Science (4 hours) is not strategies for ensuring continuous de- Math distribution requirement ...... 4 required. velopment of adolescent learners. Bio 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 Chemistry Bio 111-112. General Biology I, II ...... 8 General Education Core Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 Che 121-122. General Chemistry I, II . 8 Humanities Che 225. Analytical Chemistry...... 4 Core ...... 32 Bib 111 or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 Che 323-324. Organic Chemistry ...... 8 Mat 141. College Algebra...... 4 Bib 142 or 148. New Testament ...... 3 Che 423. Biochemistry ...... 3 Mat 142. Precalculus or Sta 251. Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine I, II .. 6 Che 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 Elementary Statistical Methods ...... 4 Mat 142. Pre-Calculus (Mat 141 is *Students should consult the catalogs of particular insti- prerequisite unless by-passed by tutions offering baccalaureate degrees in health profes- sions in order to select appropriate social science, science, exam) ...... 4 and elective courses. Depending on the program desired, students might select such courses as the following: Social Science: General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Principles of Sociology, Sociology of Health, *Students who have taken two years of the same foreign American Government, U.S. History. Science: Gen- language in high school and attained an average grade eral Physics, Microbiology, Genetics, Anatomy and of 2.67 or higher on a 4.0 scale are exempted from the Physiology, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry. foreign language requirement. 83 Natural Science

Physics ering, and erosion. Special emphasis will be Phy 231-232. General Physics ...... 8 placed on pollution problems of land, wa- Phy 233. Optics and Modern Physics... 4 Natural Science ter and the atmosphere. Three hours lec- Physics elective ...... 3-4 Courses ture. One hour laboratory. Laboratory fee: Mat 145, 146, 147; Calculus, I, II, $15. Four units. III (required for General Physics).... 12 These courses may not be applied to the Phy 492. Senior Integration Paper...... 2 majors in biology or chemistry. 112. Astronomy A study of our understanding of the solar Support courses are required for each of 105. Problems of Physical Science system from ancient times to the present, three fields, not the field of concentration. An introduction to the methods of physical including findings of modern observational Biology science, including experimentation, formu- astronomy. Topics covered may include: Bio 111-112. General Biology ...... 8 lation of hypotheses and testing hypothe- the solar system, planets and their moons Chemistry ses. The course will include a brief survey of and rings, satellites, asteroids, comets, the Che 121-122. General Chemistry, or the history of science and a discussion of the galaxy, stellar theory, quasars, black holes, Che 103-104. Introductory meaning of scientific proof. Problems of and red shift. Prerequisite: Math 122 or Chemistry ...... 8 Physical Science is recommended for el- above, or math placement level 3 or above. Physics ementary education majors. It may be taken Laboratory fee: $15. Four units. Phy 231-232. General Physics, or only if at least one of the following prereq- Phy 131-132. General College uisites has been met: the student has passed 115. Science in Perspective Physics ...... 8 Mat 122 (Fundamentals of Mathematics) A study of natural science in its historical (Further math courses are required for or a higher level mathematics course with a and philosophical context, paying particu- General Physics) C or better, or the student has qualified for lar attention to the interplay between the Earth/Space Science and is currently taking a mathematics course practice of science and religious and philo- Astronomy ...... 4 higher than Mat 122, or the student has sophical belief. The course will present a NSC 108. Problems in Geological been granted an exemption to the Cov- foundation for understanding science from Science ...... 4 enant College mathematics requirement a Christian perspective and from this van- Teaching field subtotal ...... 53-54 due to a demonstrated proficiency in math- tage point will trace the various philosophi- ematics. Three hours lecture. Two hours cal traditions surrounding the growth of Professional Education laboratory. Laboratory fee: $15. Four units. science from the early modern period to the Edu 221. Introduction to Teaching ...... 3 present. A variety of topics in the physical Edu 222. Educational Psychology ...... 3 108. Problems of Geological Science and biological sciences will be used to illus- Edu 234. Teaching in a Pluralistic An examination of the history of uniformi- trate the development of science, and in Society ...... 3 tarianism and its impact on modern geol- each case students will focus beyond the Edu 322. Nature and Needs of the Early ogy with an analysis of its consistency in science itself to related philosophical and Adolescent Learner...... 3 relation to the scientific method. Alterna- theological considerations. Topics to be Edu 340. Curriculum and Methods tive theories of the development of land- discussed: forces and motion, gravity, light, in Secondary School ...... 3 forms will be considered. Laboratory will special relativity, quantum theory and Edu 361. Education of Exceptional include work with geological specimens. atomic structure, properties and molecules Children ...... 3 Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. of living systems, levels of biological orga- Edu 370. History and Philosophy of Laboratory fee: $10. Four units. nization, molecular and cellular biology, American Education...... 3 macro/microevolution and intelligent de- Edu 410. Educational Assessment ...... 1 110. Problems of Environmental sign theory. Laboratory exercises for this Edu 425. Teaching Science in the Middle Science course will attempt to illustrate the human Grades...... 3-4 This course, offered to non-science majors, aspects of scientific investigation and pro- Edu 497-498. Teaching Practicum– is a study of factors affecting the environ- vide a foundation for judging the strength Secondary ...... 15 ment with special attention to humankind’s of scientific claims. Prerequisites: Sopho- Professional Education subtotal . 40-41 responsible stewardship of the natural crea- more standing or higher; Mat 122 or above, Grand total ...... 152-154 tion. It includes a study of the fundamen- or math placement level 3 or above. Excep- tals of astronomy, including a short section tions can be made with permission of the (Total hours will vary depending on need on cosmology; the chemistry and physics of instructors. Laboratory fee: $15. Four units. to take mathematics prerequisites.) the atmosphere, including weather phe- nomena; and the chemistry and physics of internal and surface characteristics and pro- cesses such as volcanoes, earthquakes, weath-

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1. Students must be currently active in • CLEP or other recognized examina- either the work force or some type of tion community service and must have had • Advanced placement credit extensive work experience or commu- • Military training nity involvement in the past. • Transcripted credit from agency ac- 2. Students must present a minimum of 60 credited junior colleges or professional semester units of undergraduate college schools and non-accredited colleges credit through coursework or nationally may be accepted on a very limited Nursing recognized examination (e.g. CLEP). basis. Coursework must be completed with a See Pre-nursing Program. mark of C- or better. NOTE: The total number of credits trans- 3. Three semester credits in writing or com- ferred from institutions other than four- position are required for entry into the year regionally accredited colleges may not program. An additional 27 semester cred- exceed 70 semester units. its, for a total of 30 credits, must be completed to meet the general educa- tion (core) requirements for graduation. Graduation Requirements These 30 semester units must include, but are not necessarily limited to, the Graduation requirements for the Bachelor following distribution: of Science degree in Organizational Man- Organizational • English composition 3 sem. hrs. agement consist of: • Speech 2 sem. hrs. 1. completion of all program and degree Management • Math 3 sem. hrs. requirements • Social and 2. a grade point average of 2.0 or above (Quest, a field-experience program only) behavioral science 9 sem. hrs. 3. 126 semester credits • Humanities 6 sem. hrs. 4. acceptable competence in Bible knowl- The organizational management program (including 3 credits in edge as demonstrated by college level is designed to train non-financial managers art, literature, or music) Bible credit (3 credit minimum) or suc- across all fields of endeavor. The program is • Bible 3 sem. hrs. cessful completion of the Quest Bible structured only for those who have had at • Computer science 2 sem. hrs. course. least two years of college credit and at least five years of working experience, and who On occasion, a student may be allowed To be eligible for graduation honors, a are currently working in some organiza- to enter the program with minimal defi- student must complete a minimum of 50 tional setting which allows for field applica- ciencies (excluding English composition) semester hours at Covenant College. These tion of the course work. The program af- in the above core requirements. In such 50 hours do not include portfolio credit. fords students a unique opportunity to com- an instance, the deficiencies must be plete a bachelor’s degree with an academic made up prior to graduation. Specific schedule arranged to accommodate the work details are provided at the time of accep- Portfolio Development schedules of adult students. All applicants tance. for this program must apply through the 4. Before being admitted, students must Students in this non-credit, extracurricular Quest office. submit a writing sample and have it course learn how to develop a portfolio of Credit is awarded in this program approved. Students who have completed professional training to earn college credit. through the following means: six semester hours of English composi- Those who need additional credit receive 1. the coursework in the major; tion with no course grade below a B- are instruction in writing the life-learning es- 2. the assessment of life experience learn- exempt from submitting a writing say which may be submitted through the ing through the portfolio process (up to sample. portfolio process as an appeal for academic a maximum of 31 credit hours; no grades credit in specific disciplines. Credit is are assigned); awarded at a standard hourly fee after a 3. the applied research project. Transfer of Credit student has entered the Quest program and after satisfactory completion of the portfo- Admissions Requirements Acceptable credits for transfer include the lio. following: Admissions requirements for this program • Coursework from regionally accred- are outlined as follows: ited colleges

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theories is included. Three credits/five public service opportunities. Three credits/ Required Courses weeks. five weeks. The 33 semester-credit curriculum is taught Module 4 Module 9 in a series of nine course modules and Ids 401. Philosophy of Culture OM 425. Human Resource Applied Decision Making which are taken Management students are expected to de- Management consecutively rather than concurrently. All velop an understanding of the relationship This module provides a study of the human modules described are required for the pro- of Christ to culture. A biblical theological resource function in an organization. Cur- gram, and no substitutions or exemptions framework is developed to enable students rent thought in the area of human resources are permitted. to begin to examine all dimensions of life and its impact on the productivity in an from a Christian perspective. This perspec- organization is also included. Three cred- Semester I tive serves as a foundation for activity in the its/five weeks. Module 1 workplace and all of culture. Three credits/ OM 434. Group Dynamics and five weeks. Ids 471 Applied Decision Making Organizational Behavior Presentation and critical analysis of student This module is a study of group behavior Semester II research projects. Three credits/one week. and how group functioning affects organi- Module 5 zational effectiveness. Emphasis is placed OM 452. Strategic Management on decision-making and resolving conflict The course surveys the role of manage- in groups. Students develop strategies for ment in developing an organization’s Optional Course efficient and productive group manage- strategic vision; setting performance ment and determine which tasks are best objectives; and crafting, implementing, The biblical studies course is available only handled by groups or individuals. Three and evaluating organizational strategies. to students enrolled in the Quest Program credits/five weeks. Three credits/five weeksweeks. to fulfill the Quest Bible core requirement.

Module 2 Module 6 BIB 250 Biblical Literature and OM 421. Business Communications Ids 408. Interpersonal Communication Theology Development of business communication This module focuses on the development of The Biblical Literature section of the course skills is the purpose of this course. Students communications skills including listening, involves reading and interacting with ma- will deliver work-related presentations and attitude development, conflict resolution jor portions of the Christian Scriptures, produce effective business documents. and group problem solving. A major goal is particularly those that present the historical Three credits/five weeks. to develop models for effective relation- unfolding of God’s redemptive program ships necessary to create productive work for His people. The doctrinal section of the Ids 461 Applied Decision Making environments. Three credits/five weeks. course involves a topical study in five major The course is based on lectures and exer- areas of Christian teaching. The areas cov- cises designed to teach students how to Module 7 ered are the authority of the Bible, God and make difficult business decisions using their OM 411 Managerial Marketing Trinity, man and his condition, salvation experience, intuition, and researched data. The course makes application of basic mar- and the church, and the doctrine of last The course culminates in a comprehensive keting theory and terminology to writing, things. Three credits/eight weeks. paper that outlines the recommended solu- presenting, and analyzing a real-world mar- tion to a worksite problem. Three credits/ keting plan, thereby developing the mar- six weeks. keting skills and confidence managers need to succeed in today’s rapidly changing en- Module 3 vironments. Three credits/five weeks. OM 443. Principles of Management and Supervision Module 8 Students examine motivational theory and OM 437. Business Ethics its application to individual and group func- Ethical theories and personal values are tioning in work and home situations. Lead- examined through readings and discussion, ership styles related to particular circum- especially as they relate to organizations in stances are analyzed. An examination of our culture. Particular emphasis is given to contemporary concepts of management and the development of a personal ethic for the various presuppositions underlying the decision-making in the workplace and in

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are required to choose an art, literature or art, literature or music is required to fulfill music course to fulfill their humanities core the requirement for the humanities. requirement. It is recommended that phi- It may seem that more philosophy than losophy majors take Phi 102, Introduction religion is required, but the major assumes to Logic/Critical Thinking, as one of their that students will be taking the required earliest elective courses. Bible and doctrine courses as part of their core requirements which amount to some Major and Supporting Course 12 hours. Further, we have a Biblical Stud- Philosophy Requirements ies department and not a religion depart- Phi 101. Introduction to Philosophy .... 3 ment, and the courses required below are in History of philosophy (3 of the keeping with the religion courses the de- Department Goals following) Phi 201. Classical to partment does offer. Renaissance, Phi 202. Modern to The study of philosophy at Covenant Col- 19th Century, Phi 203. Major and Supporting Course lege is directed to helping students under- Contemporary Philosophy, Phi 204. Requirements stand what philosophy is and how it has an 20th Century Continental ...... 9 Bib 302. World Religions ...... 3 inescapable relevance to their lives. The Phi 301. Philosophical and Biblical Bib 487. Modern Theology ...... 3 history of philosophy is an account of phi- Ethics ...... 3 Phi 101. Introduction to Philosophy .... 3 losophers and thinkers making recommen- Phi 302. Metaphysics ...... 3 History of Philosophy: Either Phi 201. dations about how to conceive of or to Phi 303. Epistemology...... 3 History of Philosophy I: Classical to interpret this or that element of human Phi 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 Renaissance or Phi 202. History of experience. One of the aims of philosophy Philosophy electives: Any courses as well Philosophy II: Modern to 19th is to examine these recommendations to see as up to two of Bib 376, Bib 487 or Century and either Phi 203. how they stand up under rigorous analysis. His 301 ...... 15 Contemporary Philosophy or A further aim of philosophy is to bring Total ...... 38 Phi 204. 20th Century Continental .. 6 together such interpretive ideas and con- Phi 301. Philosophical and Biblical cepts into a coherent framework or Ethics ...... 3 worldview. Distinctively Christian philoso- Requirements for the Minor Phi 304. Philosophy of Religion ...... 3 phy seeks to study the ideas and concepts in Philosophy Phi 492. Senior Integration Paper ...... 2 that compose a given worldview from the Philosophy electives selected from the standpoint of biblical presuppositions. The Phi 101. Introduction to Philosophy .... 3 list below ...... 6 end of such activity is to assist students in History of Philosophy ...... 6 Religion electives selected from the list developing a Christian worldview that en- Two of the following: below ...... 6 ables them better to live in a way that Either Phi 201. History of Philosophy Philosophy or Religion electives pleases God and that consequently pro- I or Phi 202. History of Philosophy II selected from either list ...... 3 vides for a more meaningful life. and either Phi 203. History of Total ...... 38 The study of philosophy provides an Philosophy III or Phi 204. 20th intellectual background in the history of Century Continental human thought that equips students to Philosophy electives: Any philosophy Requirements for the Minor have a better understanding of other aca- course plus at most one of the in Philosophy and Religion demic disciplines. It also increases skill in following: Bib 302. World Religions, the logical analysis of ideas. Bib 376. Apologetics, Bib 487. Phi 101. Introduction to Philosophy .... 3 Modern Theology, or His 301. History of Philosophy: Either Phi 201. Historiography ...... 9 History of Philosophy I: Classical to Requirements for the Major Total ...... 18 Renaissance or Phi 202. History of in Philosophy Philosophy II: Modern to 19th Century and either Phi 203. The core and distribution requirements for Requirements for the Major Contemporary Philosophy or a major in philosophy are those listed for in Philosophy and Religion Phi 204. 20th Century Continental .. 6 baccalaureate degrees on page 26, with the Religion electives selected from the list following exception. Since Phi 101, Intro- The core and distribution requirements for below ...... 6 duction to Philosophy, is a required intro- a major in Philosophy and Religion are Philosophy or Religion electives ductory course for the philosophy major those listed for baccalaureate degrees on selected from either list below ...... 3 and minor, philosophy majors and minors page 26, with the exception that a course in Total ...... 18

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Philosophy Electives (For ism. Major figures such as Plato, Aristotle, choices informed by biblical truth. Prereq- Philosophy and Religion Augustine and Aquinas will be emphasized. uisite: Phi 101 or permission from the Degrees) Prerequisite: Phi 101 or permission from instructor. Three units. Any philosophy course except Phi 301, the instructor. Three units. Phi 304 or Phi 402. 302. Metaphysics 202. History of Philosophy II: Modern An examination of the classical metaphysi- Religion Electives (For to 19th Century cal problems such as the nature of reality, Philosophy and Religion A survey of western philosophy from minds and bodies and personal identity, Degrees) Descartes to James. Prerequisite: Phi 101 free will and determinism, causality, time Bib 372. Hermeneutics ...... 3 or permission from the instructor. Three and the nature of God. Attention will be Bib 376. Apologetics ...... 3 units. given to the question of whether or not Ids 310G. The Enlightenment ...... 3 there is metaphysical knowledge. Prerequi- Ids 310F. Religious and Social 203. History of Philosophy III: site: Phi 101 or permission from the in- Theory in 19th Century Europe ...... 3 Contemporary Philosophy structor. Three units. Ids 310H. Darwin: Religious An examination of key figures in 20th Presuppositions ...... 3 century western philosophy. Russell, 303. Epistemology Phi 402. Christian Philosophers ...... 3 Wittgenstein, Moore, Austin, Whitehead, An examination of major schools of episte- Quine and Sartre will be examined. Prereq- mological theory. Current views of the jus- uisite: Phi 101 or permission from the tification of knowledge claims will be em- instructor. Three units. phasized. Prerequisite: Phi 101 or permis- Philosophy Courses sion from the instructor. Three units. 204. 20th Century Continental 101. Introduction to Philosophy Philosophy 304. Philosophy of Religion. An introduction to philosophical thinking, The study of Western European twentieth A survey of the traditional issues basic to a what it is, and what it has to do with human century philosophy (mainly Germany and philosophical analysis of religion, for ex- life. The course will emphasize the role of a France). The course will focus upon three ample, the concept of God, grounds for conceptual framework or world- and life- sections: 1) Phenomenology to Philosophi- theistic belief, the matter of religious knowl- view in one’s knowledge about the world cal Hermeneutics, 2) Marxism to Critical edge, the problem of evil and problems of and the problems involved in attempting to Theory, and 3) Structuralism to religious language. A distinctively Chris- validate such frameworks or worldviews. Deconstruction. In each section, the stu- tian approach to these issues will be a major There will be a consideration of the tradi- dent will read primary texts which will emphasis of the course. Prerequisite: Phi tional areas of philosophical concern such engage philosophical problems addressed 101 or permission from the instructor. as the nature of reality, knowledge, and by the philosopher’s own interests, and yet, Three units. moral and aesthetic values. A major focus of placing those problems in the history of the course will be to consider all these issues philosophy. 305. Philosophy of Art from a distinctively Christian perspective. The clarification of terms and a discussion Three units. 301. Philosophical and Biblical Ethics of proposed criteria for aesthetic judgments. A study of philosophical and Christian Major works will be read and discussed. 102. Introduction to Logic/Critical ethics. The course will emphasize what it Prerequisite: Phi 101 or permission from Thinking means to seek to justify a moral norm, and the instructor. Three units. A study of the evaluation of arguments and various approaches to such justification will what it means to think critically. A major be examined. The course will also focus on 306. Social Ethics focus will be on informal fallacies in argu- the distinctives of Christian ethics from a Assuming something of the background of ments although some formal logic will be philosophical perspective. The Ten Com- Ethics 203, this course will examine the considered. The course will also emphasize mandments and their implications for per- ethical implications of the Cultural Man- the role of language in argument and how sonal and social ethics will be studied in date of Genesis 1:28. The course will present what one considers to be logical presup- detail. Issues such as abortion, economic a biblical-theological basis for culture and poses a certain view of the nature of reality. justice, the role of the state, medical ethics, cultural expressions. The course will exam- Three units. sexual morality, and the arts will be exam- ine the moral consequences of this basis in ined in the light of the commandments and such areas of Christian concerns as politics, 201. History of Philosophy I: Classical biblical principles. The purpose of this economics, art, education, the environment, to Renaissance course will be not only to provide informa- medical issues, and other relevant current A survey of western philosophy from the tion about the field of ethics, but to assist trends in terms of Christian moral respon- pre-Socratics through Renaissance human- the student in making responsible moral

88 Physical Education sibility. Prerequisite: Phi 101 or permission 407. Philosophy of Mind Postgraduate Options from the instructor. Three units. An in-depth examination of the traditional mind-body problem. Current theories re- 1. Teaching and/or coaching opportuni- 316. Apologetics garding the nature of mind will be studied. ties in P-12 with a second teaching field; A survey of various systems of Christian There will be a special focus of what it 2. Graduate work in health, physical edu- apologetics including study of anti-theistic means to consider this topic from the stand- cation or recreation; theories. Prerequisites: Bib 277 and 278. point of a Christian metaphysics. Also, 3. Exercise technician in a hospital or physi- Three units. some attention will be given to cognitive cal therapy clinic; science and the matter of computers and 4. Exercise supervisor in a corporation that 401. Philosophy of Science human thought. Prerequisite: Phi 101 or has a personal fitness program for its A study of the nature, scope, and limita- permission from the instructor. Three units. employees; tions of scientific method and explanation 5. Exercise supervisor in a YMCA, YWCA, with some attention being given to scien- 492. Senior Integration Paper in or sports center; tific concepts such as causality, space, and Philosophy 6. Specialized physical education work in time. Some inquiry will be made into the See page 27. summer camps. relationship between science and human values. Prerequisite: Phi 101 or permission from the instructor. Three units. Requirements for Minor in Physical Education 402. Christian Philosophers This course will focus on at least one dis- Bio 216. Anatomy/Physiology I ...... 4 tinctively Christian thinker who is a phi- PE 211. History and Principles of losopher or whose thought has significant P.E...... 3 philosophical implications. Representative PE 313. Critical Health Issues ...... 3 works of the thinker will be read along with Physical PE 328. First Aid/Prevention and critical assessments. Prerequisite: Phi 101 Treatment of Athletic Injuries...... 3 or permission from the instructor. Three Education PE 337. or 338. Individual and units. Team Sports I or II ...... 3 PE 431. Kinesiology or PE 433. 403. Philosophy of Language Department Goals Physiology of Exercise ...... 3 A systematic and detailed study of the ques- Total...... 19 tion: “How does a word ‘mean’?” Various Covenant’s physical education minor pro- theories of meaning will be examined. A vides the student with an in-depth study of major focus will be on the relationship of the human body and its various functions Recommended for Coaching one’s metaphysics or view of reality to one’s as they relate to health and fitness and the Package theory of meaning. Hermeneutics, or what Christian world- and life-view. The minor it means to interpret the Bible or a work of prepares students to assume leadership in Bio 216. Anatomy/Physiology I ...... 4 literature, will also be a significant empha- the field by helping them develop neuro- PE 328. First Aid/Prevention and sis of the course. Prerequisite: Phi 101 or muscular skills in various sports and de- Treatment of Athletic Injuries ...... 3 permission from the instructor. Three units. velop sensorimotor learning through sports PE 337 or 338. Individual and Team and games. Courses provide an understand- Sports I or II ...... 3 404. Formal Logic ing of nutritional aspects of good health as PE 431. Kinesiology ...... 3 The propositional calculus and general well as a thorough study of contemporary PE 433. Physiology of Exercise ...... 3 quantification theory with some attention issues in health and fitness. The corporate PE 460. Principles of Coaching ...... 3 to practical application of these principles. qualities of cooperation, self-subordination Total...... 19 Prerequisite: Phi 101 or permission from and obedience to authority and the individ- the instructor. Three units. ual character qualities of courage, persever- ance and hard work are all emphasized in 405. Seminar in Philosophy the overall skills learning program and ath- Physical Education Philosophy seminars take up special topics letic program. The minor also emphasizes Courses and issues in philosophy as well as in-depth the value of lifetime recreational sports and studies of prominent and influential phi- cardiovascular fitness for all. 130-149. Individual and Team Sports losophers. Prerequisite: Phi 101 or permis- 130. Tennis ...... 1 sion from the instructor. Three units. 131. Weight Training/Aerobics ...... 1-2

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132. Folk and Square Dance ...... 1 212. Methods, Materials, and 338. Individual and Team Sports II 133. Softball/Touch Football ...... 1 Measurement in Physical Education Teaching, coaching, and officiating meth- 134. Swimming ...... 1 Motor learning theory and use of teaching ods in gymnastics, soccer, volleyball, ten- 135. Volleyball ...... 1 resources and materials in the design of a nis, and racquetball/squash. Prerequisite: 136. Basketball ...... 1 secondary level curriculum in physical edu- approval of instructor. Three units. 140. Racquetball. (Fee $20) ...... 1 cation. Methodology of teaching physical 141. Wilderness skills: education at the secondary level is studied 386. Wilderness Learning Practicum a. White water Canoeing within the context of physical education as The theory and application of wilderness (Fee $25) ...... 1 a part of the overall development of the education presented in a local wilderness b. Backpacking (Fee $25) ...... 1 person. Emphasis on tests and measure- setting with special emphasis on group de- c. Rock Climbing (Fee $15) ...... 1 ments and field experience in teaching grades velopment, self-discovery, basic survival, d. Orienteering ...... 1 9-12. Three units. wilderness recreation skills, and ecological 142. Golf (Fee $10) ...... 1 and safety concerns. Offered in the May 145. Varsity Sport ...... 1 313. Critical Health Issues term. Prerequisite: approval of department (Prerequisite: PE 151, 152) Historical and philosophical bases of health head. Three units. 146. Bowling ...... 1 education, review of current issues includ- 147. Advanced Soccer...... 1 ing drug education, family planning, nutri- 431. Kinesiology 148. Intermediate Tennis ...... 1 tion, and environmental and consumer con- Detailed study of the muscles, joint action, 149. Badminton ...... 1 cerns with values clarification emphasis. mechanics of human balance and motion, Key facets of whole school health program both normal and pathological, with guid- 151. Concepts in Physical Education, are studied. Three units. ance in specific movement analysis. Pre- Fitness, and Health requisite: Bio 220 and 221. Three units. Introduction to principles of physical edu- 328. First Aid/Prevention and cation, fitness, and health. Topics to be Treatment of Athletic Injuries 433. Physiology of Exercise covered through lectures and laboratories Standard Red Cross course with special Characteristics of muscular exercise; the include exercise physiology, fitness testing, attention to prevention, care and rehabili- responses of body systems to physical activ- nutrition, diet, systems of training and mo- tation of athletic injuries, including labora- ity; review of modern training and testing tor skill acquisition for lifetime sports. De- tory experience in training procedures and and measurement methods; review of cur- velopment of a personal exercise program use of prescribed modalities. Course fee: rent research in muscle physiology and will be the culminating activity for the $10. Three units. physical fitness. Prerequisite: Bio 220 and course. Two units. 221. Three units. 335. Physical Education in the Early 152. Personal Aerobics and General Grades 460. Principles of Coaching Fitness 336. Physical Education in The The philosophical and sociological basis Guides students in designing and following Middle Grades for leadership in sports. Leadership theory, their own aerobics and general fitness pro- A theory and methods emphasis focusing administrative practice and organizational gram. Cooper’s 12-minute run and other on basic motor learning through sequential problems in athletics. Study of the values of fitness tests will be used to gauge improve- movement education principles, childhood sport and their relationship to physical edu- ment. Prerequisite: PE 151. One unit. growth and development and their signifi- cation and intramurals. Scheduling and the cance to the overall learning and growth of design of interscholastic and intramural 211. History and Principles of children P-5/4-8 with special attention to sports programs are studied. Three units. Physical Education considering needs of exceptional and handi- Introductory study of the historical and capped children. The whole school health 482. Practicum in Community philosophical development of physical edu- program is studied. Teaching laboratories Recreation cation from prehistoric societies to the for students in local schools. Required for Practical work assignments under the aus- present time with emphasis on the twenti- early grades certification (P-5)/P.E. con- pices of the Chattanooga YMCA. Experi- eth century and current trends and leaders centration for middle grades certification ence in planning, implementing and di- in the United States. The intramural pro- (4-8). Prerequisite: Edu 221. Two units. recting YMCA programs through exposure gram and athletics and their relationship to to all facets of the organization and opera- physical education as a discipline are stud- 337. Individual and Team Sports I tion program. Prerequisite: approval of de- ied. Review of current research material in Teaching, coaching, and officiating meth- partment head. Three units. physical education. Three units. ods in basketball, football, baseball/soft- ball, golf and track and field. Prerequisite: approval of instructor. Three units.

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492. Senior Integration Paper in at Covenant College does not automati- Physical Education cally guarantee admission to the approved See page 27. engineering school. Each student must meet the transfer student admission requirements 493. Physical Therapy Practicum of the approved institution. Work experience under a certified physical therapist with patients needing various kinds of physical therapy. Prerequisite: approval Requirements for Major in of department head. Three units. Physics Natural Science 494. Practicum in Adult Fitness Concentration in Physics Practical application and exercise physiol- Department Goals (Dual Degree Program) ogy/rehabilitation principles with adults at The core and distribution requirements for Erlanger Medical Center’s Cardiac Reha- To provide basic service instruction in the a major in natural science concentration in bilitation Unit. Supervision by staff and physical sciences to students majoring in physics are, for the most part, those listed exercise physiologist at hospital. Prerequi- other sciences and those not majoring in for baccalaureate degrees on page 26. Ex- site: approval of department head. Three science. ceptions can be made depending on the units. To prepare students for advanced work particular requirements of the school to at other schools; for example, through the which a transfer is planned for completion 495. Special Topics in Physical dual degree program in engineering. of the dual degree program. For example, Education and Health for Georgia Tech, the following exceptions Guided independent study in the field of Requirements for Minor in should be made: health and physical education. Topics ap- Physics Four hours of humanities are required proved by department head. rather than three. (Eng 114. Introduction Phy 231-232. General Physics ...... 8 to Literature is recommended to fulfill the Phy 233. Modern Physics ...... 4 humanities requirement.) Physics electives ...... 8 Four hours of United States history are Total ...... 20 required (His 211, 212, or 316). Four hours of American government are required. Dual Degree Program Major and Supporting Course Students in this program study for three Requirements Physical years at Covenant College before transfer- Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 ring to an approved engineering school. Mat 145-146. Calculus I, II ...... 8 Therapy The dual degree program allows students to Mat 247. Calculus III ...... 4 gain the benefits of the Christ-centered Mat 348. Differential Equations...... 4 See Pre-Physical Therapy Curriculum. education offered by Covenant and the Phy 231-232. General Physics ...... 8 excellent scientific training available from a Phy 233. Modern Physics ...... 4 variety of universities and technical insti- Physics electives ...... 6 tutes, such as the Georgia Institute of Tech- Phy 492. Senior Integration Paper...... 2 nology, the University of Missouri at Rolla, Total...... 44 or the University of Florida. Students attending institutions employ- Students may request the approval of ing the quarter system should complete a specific engineering schools by submitting minimum of 45 credit hours in their major a catalog to the Dual Degree Program Di- science or engineering program with a mini- rector at Covenant. The program director mum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale. will identify requirements that must be transferred back to Covenant to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Natural Science: Engi- neering while completing a Bachelor of Science in a variety of disciplines of engi- neering or mathematics. Admittance to or completion of the pre-engineering program

91 Pre-Law

nuclear and molecular physics. Prerequi- site: Phy 232, Mat 247 or the permission of Physics Courses the instructor. Three hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Laboratory fee $15. Four 131-132. General College Physics units per semester. A non-calculus based course covering the essentials of mechanics, waves, sound, heat, 321. Statics electricity, magnetism, and light with an Equilibrium conditions with forces and introduction to modern physics. Both a torques in two and three dimensional space. Pre-Law Studies conceptual foundation and problem solv- Topics included are statics of particles, mo- ing abilities are emphasized. Prerequisite: ments and equivalent systems of forces, Prospective law students need the broadest Mat 141-142 or equivalent or permission equilibrium of rigid bodies, distributed educational background available, and the of instructor. Three hours lecture. Three forces, analysis of structures, forces in beams historical studies department of Covenant hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: $15. Four and friction. Prerequisite: General Physics College recommends a historical studies units per semester. 231 and Calculus II. Three units. major with a suitable supporting minor (English, philosophy, sociology, psychol- 231. General Physics for Scientists and 322. Dynamics ogy, business administration) as an effec- Engineers I Non-equilibrium conditions with forces and tive program to achieve this end. This is the first of three semesters of the torques in two and three dimensional space. Admission to law school is determined traditional calculus-based physics sequence Topics included are kinematics of particles by the institution to which application is for scientists and engineers. This course and rigid bodies in plane motion, relation- made. Admission is usually based upon covers motion and Newton’s laws, energy, ships of acceleration, velocity, angular ac- graduation from an accredited undergradu- momentum, rigid-body mechanics, gravi- celeration and angular velocity, curvilinear ate college or university, grade point aver- tation, simple harmonic motion, waves and motion, relative motion and acceleration, age (GPA), Law School Admission Test sound. Prerequisite: Mat 145 or permis- equations of motion, work and energy, and (LSAT) scores, and personal recommenda- sion of instructor. Three hours lecture. impulse and momentum principles. Pre- tions. Three hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: requisite: 321. Statics. Three units. Although minimum requirements for $15. Four units per semester. GPA and LSAT scores vary with individual 328. Thermodynamics law schools, realistic expectations for con- 232. General Physics for Scientists and Thermodynamics concepts are introduced sideration of admission demand that the Engineers II before studying work interactions, steady- prospective law student earn a GPA of at This is the second semester of the calculus- state and transient energy and mass conser- least 3.00 - 3.33 (B to B+) and a score on the based physics sequence for scientists and vation, entropy and the second law. Sec- LSAT in the vicinity of the mid to high 30s. engineers, covering fluids, solids, thermo- ond-law analyses are applied to thermody- Note that these are minimum realistic lev- dynamics, electricity, magnetism, and elec- namic systems. Selected gas cycles and va- els. tromagnetic radiation. Prerequisite: Phy por cycles are studied. Prerequisite: Calcu- The LSAT is taken during the senior year 231, corequisite: Mat 247 or permission of lus III and General Physics 231 or the and may be repeated. Pre-law students are the instructor. Three hours lecture. Three permission of the instructor. Four units. encouraged to obtain a copy of LSAT & hours laboratory. Laboratory fee: $15. Four LSDAS Registration and Information Book units per semester. 431-432. Special Topics in Physics in the spring semester of their junior year to Concentration in selected fields of study. prepare for taking the LSAT. 233. Optics and Modern Physics Prerequisite: senior standing. Four units Pre-law students are encouraged to read This is a continuation of the calculus based each semester. John F. Dobbyn’s, So You Want To Go to physics sequence covering optics and the Law School. Students should also consult two “twin pillars” of modern physics: rela- 492. Senior Integration Paper in the annually published The Official Guide tivity and quantum theory, including simple Physics to U.S. Law Schools, which contains a de- kinematic and denamic investigations in See page 27. scription of all the American Bar Associa- special relativity, the twin paradox, a deri- tion approved law schools with GPA and vation of E = mc2, the historical develop- LSAT profiles of the most recent classes ments of quantum theory, the Schroedinger admitted. Copies of the guidebook are avail- equation and the solution to the hydrogen able for perusal from the career counselor atom. Other topics may include curved or the pre-law advisor, Professor Paul space-time, black holes, gravitational waves, Morton. All pre-law students are encour- elementary particles, topics in solid state,

92 Pre-Medical/Pre-Ministerial/Pre-Nursing aged to contact Professor Morton for fur- their college career for further information. rial students achieve such a general back- ther information on the program. ground. In the core curriculum, Greek is Successful completion of the pre-law pro- recommended to fulfill the language re- gram in no way guarantees admission to quirement. (Two years are preferable.) law school. Able Covenant graduates who Required Courses Any one of several majors is possible for have applied to law schools have been Core and distribution requirement are listed the pre-ministerial student, including bib- accepted and are now engaged in legal on page 26. English literature should be lical studies and missions, philosophy, his- studies or have become practicing attor- chosen in most cases for the humanities tory, English or psychology. The minor neys. requirement. may be selected from any of these same fields plus sociology or education. The rec- Science and Math ommended major, however, is either the Requirements major in biblical studies and missions or the interdisciplinary program with biblical stud- Mathematics ...... 2 semesters ies or missions and some combination of Physics ...... 2 semesters the fields named above. General Chemistry ...... 2 semesters Certain courses are strongly recom- Organic Chemistry ...... 2 semesters mended in the pre-ministerial program: Biochemistry ...... 1 semester John or Romans, theology of missions, at General Biology ...... 2 semesters least one philosophy course, history of the Pre-Medical Genetics ...... 1 semester Christian church, at least one literature course, introduction to music, and general Studies psychology. Certain other courses are also recommended: ethics; Genesis; Bible semi- Students should present combined SAT nar; all missions courses; medieval and scores of 1200 or above (or equivalent ACT renaissance philosophy; Europe: 1789 to scores) at the time of acceptance into Cov- the present; recent American history; Eu- enant College. rope: 1400-1789; sociology and psychol- Students interested in medical training ogy of religion; counseling psychology; edu- need a thorough background in science at cational psychology or teaching of Bible. the undergraduate level. A major in biology or chemistry is recommended, although it Pre-Ministerial is possible to major in another discipline and still meet the science prerequisites. Curriculum Early examination of catalogs from medical schools to which a student may apply can The following course suggestions are pro- assure that all required and recommended posed to serve as guidelines for pre-ministe- courses will be taken. rial students at Covenant College. Students Admission to medical school is usually planning to enter theological seminary based upon graduation from an accredited should consult the catalogs of the seminar- Pre-Nursing undergraduate college or university, grade ies to which they may apply for their spe- point average (GPA), Medical College Ad- cific admissions requirements. Studies mission Test (MCAT) scores, personal rec- The Christian ministry calls for a broad ommendations and an interview. The acquaintance with the thought and life of MCAT is taken at the end of the junior our contemporary world and of our cul- Requirements for Pre- year, and may be repeated if one wishes. tural heritage. It also requires a knowledge Nursing Program Although admission to medical schools of people and an ability to communicate is highly competitive, a majority of Cove- with them. Quite obviously it demands a By satisfactorily completing two years in nant graduates who have applied have been thorough understanding of the Bible, the the pre-nursing curriculum at Covenant accepted at leading institutions and are source of our message of the gospel. College, the student may apply for admis- now engaged in medical studies or have Much of the specialized knowledge for sion on the junior level to selected schools become practicing physicians. the ministry can be gained in theological of nursing for completion of the Bachelor All pre-medical students are encouraged seminary, but the broad foundation should of Science degree in Nursing. Covenant’s to contact Professor Tim Morris early in be laid in college. Covenant’s liberal arts pre-nursing curriculum is planned as much curriculum is designed to help pre-ministe- as possible on an individual basis to meet

93 Pre-Physical Therapy the prerequisites of the selected school of Soc 141. Principles of Sociology or nursing; therefore, it is helpful if incoming Soc 341. Family ...... 3 freshmen provide their advisor with cata- Courses required by the selected school, logs from one or two nursing schools that such as nutrition, critical health they might wish to attend. issues, history, and social sciences.... 6 Covenant participates in a cooperative Total ...... 63 program with the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing of Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; and with Trinity Chris- Requirements for Dual- Pre-Physical tian College, Palos Heights, Illinois. Degree Nursing Program Covenant participates in the bridge pro- Therapy gram leading to a Master of Nursing Sci- Bib 111. or 129. Old Testament ence degree at Vanderbilt University in Literature ...... 3 Many physical therapy schools offer master’s Nashville, Tennessee. After successfully Bib 142. or 148. New Testament level programs. Competition is very intense completing the first two semesters at Literature ...... 3 and students with less than a 3.5 GPA and Vanderbilt, the student would graduate Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine I, II .. 6 mediocre GRE scores will not be encour- from Covenant with a baccalaureate degree Bio 220-221. Human Anatomy and aged to apply to graduate programs. The in natural science. After another full year Physiology I, II...... 8 major is in natural science with a concen- and one term at Vanderbilt, the student Bio 240. Microbiology ...... 4 tration in pre-physical therapy. The core would graduate with a master’s degree with Bio 219. Nutrition ...... 3 and distribution requirements are those a specialty in adult health care, primary Bio 492. Senior Integration Project ...... 2 listed for baccalaureate degrees on pages care, psychiatric-mental health, perinatal Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 26. Major and supporting courses required nursing, neonatal nursing, parent, child Eng 114. Introduction to Literature ..... 4 for the major are listed below. This major is and adolescent, or nursing administration. Eng 252. Speech ...... 2 administered by both the biology and the His 325. Contemporary Global physical education departments. History ...... 3 Bio 111-112. General Biology ...... 8 Requirements for Associate Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 Bio 220-221. Human Anatomy and of Arts Degree in Basic Ics 121. Microcomputer Physiology ...... 8 Applications ...... 3 Bio 312/PE 493. Physical Therapy Health Sciences Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of the Practicum ...... 2 Pre-Nursing Curriculum West I, II ...... 6 Biology Elective ...... 3-4 Bib 111. or 129. Old Testament ...... 3 Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural Bio 492/PE 492. Senior Integration Bib 142. or 148. New Testament ...... 3 Heritage of the West ...... 2 Paper ...... 2 Bib 277-278. Christian Doctrine Cor 340. Christ and Culture Seminar .. 1 Che 121-122. General Chemistry ...... 8 (audit) ...... 0 Cor 325. Global Trends for the 21st Mat 142. Precalculus ...... 4 Bio 111-112. General Biology or Century ...... 3 PE 431. Kinesiology ...... 3 Bio 220-221. Human Anatomy and Cor 337. Intercultural Experience ...... 1 PE 433. Physiology of Exercise ...... 3 Physiology ...... 8 PE 151. Concepts of Physical Phys 131-132. General College Bio 202. Microbiology ...... 4 Education...... 2 Physics ...... 8 Che 103-104. Introductory PE 152. Aerobics and General Fitness .. 1 Psy 100. General Psychology ...... 4 Chemistry ...... 8 Psy 100. General Psychology ...... 4 Upper division psychology or sociology Cor 100. The Christian Mind ...... 2 Psy 220. Christian Issues in electives ...... 6 Cor 225-226. Cultural Heritage of the Psychology ...... 2 Sta 251. Elementary Statistical West I, II ...... 6 Psy 303. Developmental Psychology .... 4 Methods ...... 4 Cor 227. Art and Music in the Cultural Psy 344. Abnormal Psychology ...... 3 Total ...... 63-64 Heritage of the West ...... 2 Sta 251. Elementary Statistical Eng 111. English Composition ...... 3 Methods ...... 4 Mat 122. Fundamentals of Foreign Language I, II (if bypassed, Mathematics or Mat 141. College Introductory Chemistry I, II Algebra or Sta 251. Elementary recommended) ...... 8 Statistical Methods ...... 4 Social Science Elective ...... 3 PE 151-152. Physical Education ...... 3 Total ...... 91 Psy 100. General Psychology ...... 4 Psy 303. Developmental Psychology .... 4

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These goals are accomplished, in part, Major and Supporting Course through the following sequences of courses: Requirements 1. a survey of modern psychology; Psy 100. or 101. General 2. the methods used by psychologists in the Psychology ...... 4 or 2 investigation and analysis of behavior; Psy 200. History and Systems of 3. the theories and data of the subfields Psychology ...... 2 within psychology; Psy 220. Christian Issues in 4. opportunity for application of the infor- Psychology ...... 2 Psychology mation of psychology and the integra- Psy 251. Elementary Statistical tion of psychology with one’s personal Methods ...... 4 Christian beliefs. Psy 261. Introduction to Research Psychology Department Methods ...... 4 Goals The classification of courses listed below Psy 304. Psychology of Learning is consistent with the above sequence, and Memory ...... 4 The discipline of psychology is concerned namely: 1) survey courses, 2) methods Psy 344. Abnormal Psychology ...... 4 with the examination of human behavior. courses, 3) content courses, and 4) applica- Psy 492. Senior Integration Paper in tion courses. The student should be aware Psychology ...... 2 For General Education that the application of psychological prin- Psychology electives (300 level The goals of the psychology department for ciples necessarily follows an understanding or above) ...... 14 general education students are: of the data and methods upon which these Total ...... 38-40 1. to instill in students an appreciation and principles are based. respect for studying God’s highest cre- The student majoring in psychology may ation; take advantage of experimental equipment Requirements for Major in 2. to expose students to the diversity of for individual research projects, calculator Psychology, Concentration behavior, research, theories, and applica- and computer facilities for the analysis of tions in the field of psychology; research data, and internship opportunities in Clinical Psychology 3. to promote in students a quality of dis- at various mental health agencies in Chat- The core and distribution requirements for cernment with respect to the claims about tanooga, Tennessee. a major in psychology are those listed for what is known in psychology today; The psychology department is commit- the baccalaureate degrees on page 26. 4. to develop a student’s ability to under- ted to an academically responsible concept stand the value and importance of utiliz- of the integration process. It provides the Major and Supporting Course ing biblical and empirical methods for opportunity for relating the discipline to a Requirements understanding human behavior; Reformed Christian world- and life-view. Psy 100. or 101. General 5. to provide participatory, hands-on, edu- Students majoring in psychology examine Psychology ...... 4 or 2 cational opportunities. contemporary viewpoints on integration Psy 200. History and Systems of relative to psychology and work toward a Psychology ...... 2 For the Major Field personal statement reflecting their efforts. Psy 220. Christian Issues in For students majoring in psychology, the For further information about the pro- Psychology ...... 2 goals of the psychology department are: gram in psychology, write or contact: Psy 251. Elementary Statistical 1. to provide students with the state-of-the- Chairperson Methods ...... 4 art understanding of human behavior; Department of Psychology Psy 261. Introduction to Research 2. to help students develop the capabilities Covenant College Methods ...... 4 needed to conduct research that adds to 14049 Scenic Highway Psy 304. Psychology of Learning our understanding of human behavior; Lookout Mountain, Georgia 30750 and Memory ...... 4 3. to prepare qualified students for advanced Psy 344. Abnormal Psychology ...... 4 work in psychology; Psy 345. Counseling and 4. to instill in students the value of compe- Requirements for Major in Psychotherapy ...... 4 tence and professionalism when making Psychology Psy 353. Psychological Assessment ...... 4 application of principles drawn from psy- Psy 441. Psychology Internship ...... 4 chology; The core and distribution requirements for Psy 492. Senior Integration Paper in 5. to encourage the active involvement by a major in psychology are those listed for Psychology ...... 2 students in departmental activities such the baccalaureate degrees on page 26. Psychology electives (300 level as field trips, department colloquia, and or above) ...... 10 on-going research by faculty members. Total ...... 46-48

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Requirements for Major in Psychology electives ...... 11 201. Psychology Classics Psychology, Concentration Total ...... 19-21 (Correspondence) This course is intended to offer a psychol- in Experimental Psychology ogy student the opportunity to read books The core and distribution requirements for in an area of psychology that should benefit a major in psychology are those listed for Psychology Courses any psychology major. Students select from the baccalaureate degrees on page 26. a list of acceptable books, write individual book reports and then write a final report Major and Supporting Course comparing and contrasting the books re- Requirements Survey Courses viewed. One to four units. Psy 100 or 101. General Psychology ...... 4 or 2 100. General Psychology 210. Psychology Field Trip Psy 200. History and Systems of A general survey of the content areas of (Convention) Psychology ...... 2 psychology. This course introduces the stu- The psychology department arranges and Psy 220. Christian Issues in dent to the critical examination of behavior sponsors field trips to various professional Psychology ...... 2 in human and other life forms. The rela- psychology conventions. The conventions Psy 251. Elementary Statistical tionships among psychology, sociology, and attended in the past have included the Methods ...... 4 anthropology will be examined, and issues Southeastern Psychology Association Psy 261. Introduction to Research arising from the course content will be (SEPA), the Christian Association for Psy- Methods ...... 4 examined with the purpose of formulating chological Studies (CAPS) and the Society Psy 304. Psychology of Learning and a Christian perspective. Topics considered for the Scientific Study of Religion (SSSR). Memory ...... 4 include the nature of psychology, biologi- By this means, students are able to gain a Psy 344. Abnormal Psychology ...... 4 cal foundations of behavior, perception, wide sampling of the range of topics, issues, Psy 373. Physiological Psychology ...... 4 learning and memory, language and controversies and personalities in psychol- Psy 440. Independent Research ...... 6 thought, motivation and emotion, devel- ogy today. A travel fee is individually set for Psy 492. Senior Integration Paper in opmental psychology, altered states of con- each field trip (based on distance, housing, Psychology ...... 2 sciousness, personality, social psychology, etc.). Two units. Psychology electives (300 level or psychopathology and psychotherapy. Labo- above) ...... 12 ratory fee: $20. Four units. 220. Christian Issues in Psychology Total ...... 46-48 This course introduces the student to issues 101. Advanced General Psychology of importance in the integration of psy- This course is intended for and required of chology and Christianity. Models of inte- Requirements for Minor in transfer students with a major, minor or gration, critical issues in psychology and Psychology concentration in psychology. It consists of contemporary issues are examined in light attending the general psychology class and of the scriptures and modern thinkers in Psy 100 or 101. General participating in all the laboratory exercises Christian psychology. Prerequisite: Psy 100 Psychology ...... 4 or 2 and class assignments. Prerequisite: intro- or 101. Two hours seminar. Three units. Psy 220. Christian Issues in ductory psychology course from another Psychology ...... 2 college. Laboratory fee: $20. Two units. 225. Psychology and Christian Psychology electives ...... 15 Ministries Total ...... 19-21 200. History and Systems of This is a topics course designed to investi- Psychology gate the practical relationships between psy- This course surveys the historical roots of chology and Christian ministries. Through Requirements for Minor in present psychology. It includes an exami- reading assignments and discussion, the Psychology and Christian nation of important and influential people, facilitative role of psychology in the experi- systems of thought, and classic experiments. ence of God’s people is examined. The Ministries It also considers the influence of various psychological responsibilities and problems Psy 100 or 101. General cultures, including the impact of Christian associated with positions of Christian lead- Psychology ...... 4 or 2 thought in psychology today. Prerequisite: ership are given special attention. Topics Psy 220. Christian Issues in Psy 100 or 101. Two hours lecture. Two will vary but may include a discussion of Psychology ...... 2 units. grief counseling, styles of leadership, con- Psy 225. Psychology and Christian flict resolution, time management, faith Ministries ...... 4 development through the life-span, mak-

96 Psychology ing referrals and related matters. Seminar. death and dying, and religious behavior. Dollard and Miller, Rogers, Maslow, Frank Four units. The particular topic offered is based upon and Ellis. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or 101. student interest and demand. Prerequisite: Four hours lecture. Four units. permission of the instructor. Repeatable. One to four units. 342. Social Psychology Methods Courses A general study of interpersonal behavior 301. Psychology Tour (summer only) within the context of modern society. Top- 251. Elementary Statistical Methods This is an intense three-week experience in ics and research in the areas of interpersonal An introductory course in statistical proce- which a small group of students from vari- attraction, aggression, social influence and dures used in scientific research investiga- ous Christian colleges travels to prominent attitude formation will be discussed. The tions. Topics considered include the nature research centers, laboratories, hospitals and major theories in social psychology will be and importance of statistics, quantifica- universities to examine ideas and theories considered. Attention will be given to the tion, measurement, probability, elemen- in the presence of both Christian and secu- relationship of social psychological prin- tary research design, the collection and lar persons most influential in psychology ciples to one’s own interactions with oth- scoring of research results, measures of cen- today. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or 101 and ers. Three units. tral tendency and norms, correlational permission of the instructor. Tour fee. Sum- analysis, statistical inference, analysis of mers only. Six units. 344. Abnormal Psychology variance and the analysis of categories and This course examines behavior classified as ranks. Computer applications will be 303. Developmental Psychology abnormal by the American Psychiatric As- stressed. May be taken only if at least one of A comprehensive survey of the develop- sociation and the World Health Organiza- the following prerequisites has been met: ment of the human individual from con- tion. Class content focuses on the clinical Mat 141 or a C or better in a higher level ception through adolescence. Consideration description, causes, prognosis, and treat- mathematics course or placement level 3. is also given to the methods of investigation ment of abnormal behavior. A practicum Three hours lecture and two hours labora- employed. Topics include theories of de- provides direct contact with the behavior tory. Four units. velopment, research methods, infancy, being studied and involves weekly partici- childhood, and physical, cognitive, emo- pation at a mental health agency. Prerequi- 261. Introduction to Research tional, social, and moral development. Ad- site: Psy 100 or 101. Three hours lecture Methods ditional material will be provided to cover plus practicum. Four units. This course introduces the student to the adulthood and aging for pre-nursing stu- process and methods of research in the dents. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or 101. Three 345. Counseling and Psychotherapy social sciences. Required of all majors in hours lecture and field observations. Four This course provides a clinical, scientific- psychology. Topics considered include sci- units. theoretical, and Christian analysis of sev- ence and the scientific approach, problems eral approaches to counseling and psycho- and hypotheses, variable definition, research 304. Psychology of Learning and therapy. Among other schools, psychoanaly- designs, types of research and methods of Memory sis, rational-emotive therapy, Gestalt observation and data collection. The stu- A critical examination of the principal theo- therapy, person-centered therapy, behav- dent formulates a research proposal and ries and research in learning and memory. ior modification, and logotherapy are ex- carries out the research, reporting the re- Consideration is given to the major theories amined. Biblical and pastoral counseling sults in a research manuscript prepared in a of learning and their explanations for the perspectives are also reviewed, as are their form acceptable for publication. Prerequi- learning of emotional responses, habits, relationships with secular schools of site: Psy 100 or 101, 251. Four hours skills, attitudes, perceptions, rituals, infor- thought. The possibilities for integration lecture. Laboratory fee: $20. Four units. mation, strategies for coping, and aspects of are discussed. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or 101. personal identity. The student will also Four units. participate, both as subject and as experi- menter, in a number of empirical investiga- 360. Psychology of Religion Content Courses tions. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or 101, 251, This course examines the issues and data and 261. Three hours lecture plus labora- that aid in understanding religious experi- 202 (302). Special Topics in tory. Laboratory fee: $20. Four units. ence, expression, and style. Prerequisite: PsychologPsychology Psy 100 or 101. Three units. This course represents a loosely structured 331. Psychology of Personality outlet for topics of interest in the discipline. A critical examination of historical and 373. Physiological Psychology A variety of subjects related to psychology is contemporary theorists in the study of hu- This course explores a range of topics in offered. Topics previously offered include man personality. Theorists considered in- psychology from a neurophysiological per- Christian counseling, sleep and dreaming, clude Freud, Jung, Adler, Allport, Cattell, spective. Building on a foundation of basic

97 Sociology neuroanatomy and neurochemistry, the 347. Relational Counseling (cross 441. Psychology Internship course then reviews complex human be- listed as Soc 347) Students interested in the applied aspects of haviors, including the senses, movement, This is a basic course geared toward intro- psychology are placed in internship posi- emotions and motivation, cognition, and ducing the student to the many facets of tions with the Moccasin Bend Psychiatric mental disorders. Prerequisite: Psy 100 or counseling relationships. Attention is given Hospital, Orange Grove Retardation Cen- 101. Three hours lecture plus laboratory. to developing basic counseling skills, such ter or other agencies. An effort is made to Laboratory fee: $20. Four units. as techniques of interviewing and respond- make the student aware of the discipline in ing, as well as formulating plans of action its applied setting. Prerequisite: junior stand- 380. Psychology of Adulthood and with counselees in various settings. One ing in the psychology major or permission Aging area of emphasis will include an examina- of the instructor. Offered each semester. This course examines the physical, social, tion of community organizations needing One to four units. and emotional development of adults. Spe- counseling expertise, such as schools, cial attention is given to the elderly. Both churches, businesses, and human service 492. Senior Integration Paper in problems and opportunities for growth are organizations. Prerequisite: Soc 249 or 250. Psychology considered. Alzheimer’s disease, Social Se- Three units. A required course of all graduating seniors curity, living arrangements for the elderly, majoring in psychology. Students develop and geriatric psychopathology are among 348. Marriage and Family Counseling an understanding of a current issue or topic the special topics considered. Prerequisite: (cross listed as Soc 348) in psychology, culminating in a written Psy 100 or 101. Four units. A course requiring the successful comple- paper expressing Christian worldview think- tion of Soc 341. The Family. Readings will ing. Prerequisite: senior psychology major. 399. Independent Study be both assigned by the instructor and One two-hour meeting per week. This course is intended for the student who selected by the student in order to enhance has demonstrated ability for independent his or her knowledge of the principles, study and wishes to examine an area not theories and techniques of current marriage covered in available courses. It requires the and family counseling. Prerequisite: Soc agreement of a member of the psychology 341, 347. Three units. department to supervise the independent study. One to four units. 353. Psychological Assessment A comprehensive survey of the construc- tion and use of psychological tests. Topics considered include functions and origins of Sociology Application Courses psychological testing, the nature and use of psychological tests, the interpretation of 222. Educational Psychology (cross test scores, reliability and validity, item Department Goals listed as Edu 222) analysis, the measurement of intelligence, The central concern of this course is the aptitude and achievement tests, vocational 1. To enable the student to develop a Chris- question, “How do people learn?” In an- and personality tests, attitude and interest tian perspective relating to humankind’s swering that question, a biblical view of inventories, projective techniques and the involvement in groups and in the larger human beings, their behavior, and their social implications of test results. Periodic society. This is accomplished in three relationship to learning is the starting point. laboratory experiences will be offered. Pre- main areas: Through the biblical framework, the major requisite: Psy 100 or 101, 251 or permis- a. studying the various principles of in- families of learning theory (behaviorism sion of the instructor. Four units. teraction that govern human relation- and cognitive-field psychology) are then ship (social interaction); examined to determine what things are 440. Independent Research b. studying the various problems that acceptable and helpful to the Christian Students enrolling in this course pursue an face contemporary society (social con- teacher. A prominent question is always, independent research project under the di- cerns); “How does this affect my teaching as a rection of a department faculty member. c. studying the basic institutions of soci- Christian?” The last part of the course The student is encouraged to make use of ety and their interdependence (social emphasizes the measurement and evalua- available resources within the department. institutions). tion of learning. Prerequisite: Edu 221 and Each student develops a report of the re- 2. To provide students the necessary meth- admission into the teacher education pro- search completed that is suitable for publi- odological tools whereby they may un- gram (except for the non-teaching minors). cation. Prerequisite: junior standing in the cover social reality in a variety of con- Three units. psychology major or permission of the in- texts (survey research, participant obser- structor. One to six units. vation, and content analysis).

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3. To demonstrate the practical relevance Requirements for a Major in Soc 347. Relational Counseling of the discipline by applying sociological Sociology with a Soc 348. Marriage and Family Counseling insight and methodology to the work of God’s kingdom. Concentration in Interpersonal Counseling Soc 141. Principles of Sociology ...... 3 Sociology Courses Requirements for Major in Soc/Psy 251. Elementary Statistical Sociology Methods ...... 4 141. Principles of Sociology Soc 361. Methods of Social The general survey course that introduces The core and distribution requirements for Research ...... 4 the student to the discipline of sociology. a major in sociology are those listed for Soc 402 Contemporary Social Attention is given to the importance of baccalaureate degrees on page 26. Thought ...... 3 Christian involvement in sociology and Soc 444. Practicum in Sociology ...... 3 how this relates to the three major areas of Major and Supporting Course Soc 490. Senior Integration Seminar the field: social interaction, social concerns, Requirements in Sociology ...... 3 and social institutions. In-class and out-of- Soc 141. Principles of Sociology ...... 3 Four of the following: Soc 249. class research projects are included in order Soc/Psy 251. Elementary Statistical Interpersonal Communication, Soc to give the beginning student exposure to Methods ...... 4 250. Introduction to Social Work, important methodological tools. Offered Soc 361. Methods of Social Research ... 4 Soc 341. The Family, Soc 347. each fall semester. Three units. Soc 402. Contemporary Social Relational Counseling or Soc 348. Thought ...... 3 Marriage and Family Counseling .... 12 229. Cultural Anthropology Soc 490. Senior Integration Seminar Total ...... 32 A study of the way in which contemporary in Sociology ...... 3 cultures differ from one another in respect Electives from the following courses to family organization, economic systems, (at least one course from each Requirements for Minor in political orders, etc. The concepts of cul- area) ...... 15 Sociology tural relativity and ethnocentrism will be Total...... 32 emphasized with personal application to The sociology minor includes two tracks: a the student’s own perspective. Three units. Social Interaction general one (minor in sociology) providing Soc 244. Social Psychology breadth, and a specialized one (minor in 241. Social Problems Soc 249. Interpersonal interpersonal counseling) emphasizing A general survey of the major problems that Communication depth. Sociology courses fulfilling major or confront contemporary society. Three gen- Soc 347. Relational Counseling minor requirements may not fulfill other eral problem areas will be considered: tran- Soc 348. Marriage and Family sociology department minor requirements. sitional problems such as overpopulation, Counseling environmental concerns and the changing cities; problems of inequality such as pov- Social Concerns Requirements for General erty, minority groups and differential sex Soc 229. Cultural Anthropology Minor in Sociology role treatment; and problems of deviant Soc 241. Social Problems behavior such as crime, mental disorders Soc 246. Crime and Delinquency The general minor in sociology involves and drug abuse. Three units. Soc 250. Introduction to Social Work taking courses in each of the three areas of concentration (social interaction, social con- 244. Social Psychology Social Institutions cerns, and social institutions) as well as the See Psy 342 Soc 341. The Family Principles of Sociology course (Soc 141). Soc 342. Sociology of Religion 246. Crime and Delinquency Soc 343. Sociology of Health An analysis of the causes, incidence and Requirements for Minor in consequences of crime in modern society. Interpersonal Counseling Attention will be given to specific forms of crime as well as contemporary methods of Soc 444. Sociology Practicum dealing with crime, such as prevention, Four of the five courses listed below: treatment, and rehabilitation procedures. Soc 249. Interpersonal Communication Prerequisite or corequisite: Soc 141. Three Soc 250. Introduction to Social Work units. Soc 341. The Family

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249. Interpersonal Communication 342. Sociology of Religion 444. Practicum in Sociology This course focuses on the development of A study of religion from the perspective of An opportunity for the student to work in communication skills including listening, sociology rather than theology. Attention is a community agency bridging the gap be- development of the self, the perception of given to such topics as the dimensions of tween classroom learning and the needs meaning, attitude development, conflict religiosity, religious socialization, civil reli- and opportunities that exist within society. resolution, and group problem solving. gion in America, the secularization contro- Prerequisite: Soc 141 and nine other units These skills are developed for application in versy, and the future of religion. Prerequi- in sociology. Three units. a variety of social settings including inter- site: Soc 141. Three units. personal relations in the family, among 490. Senior Integration Seminar in friends, and in employment settings. A 343. Sociology of Health Sociology primary objective of the course is to provide A study of social factors as they relate to This course considers how students of soci- majors with applied skills to be used in illness. Attention is given to the way in ology can apply their learning in the disci- social service vocations. Three units. which social factors are etiologically related pline to their own life work. Special atten- to illness as well as the way sociology can tion is given to the relationship between the 250. Introduction to Social Work help one understand the health institution students’ Christian commitment and their An introductory course dealing with the such as the doctor-patient relationship and interest in the area(s) of social interaction, dynamics of social work focusing on basic the delivery of health care services. Pre- social concerns, and/or social institutions. concepts, considerations, treatment, and requisite: Soc 141. Three units. A senior thesis paper will be written and the problem-solving process. Careful con- presented. Prerequisite: Soc 141, 251, 361, sideration is given to the process of social 347. Relational Counseling (cross and 402. Three units. work, diagnosis and treatment, the social listed as Psy 347) history, evaluation of some of the literature This is a basic course geared toward intro- and the exploration of resources. In addi- ducing the student to the many facets of tion, a discussion of the interview proce- counseling relationships. Attention will be dure, counseling techniques and a visit to a given to developing basic counseling skills local social work agency are included. Three such as techniques of interviewing and re- units. sponding, as well as formulating plans of action with counselees in various settings. 251. Elementary Statistical Methods Prerequisite: Soc 249 or 250. Three units. See Psy 251. Spanish 348. Marriage and Family Counseling Ids 315. Religions and Social Theory (cross listed as Psy 348) See Foreign Language. of 19th Century Europe See Psy 348. (Can be used as a sociology elective for an Interdisciplinary Studies sociology concen- 361. Methods of Social Research tration only). See Ids 315. Valid data, evaluation, techniques in prac- tical research situations. Prerequisite: Soc 335-336. The Urban Community I, II 141, 251. Four units. A classroom and field-experience course focusing on the urban community and its 399. Independent Study institutions as the most typical setting for Special topics in sociology or anthropol- leadership in contemporary society. Pass- ogy. Youth Ministries fail. Two units. 402. Contemporary Social Thought See Biblical Studies and Missions. 341. The Family A study of the development of social theory An analysis of current theory and research in recent Western history. Theorists in the in respect to the three major areas of the nineteenth century who receive special course: dating, marriage, and the family. emphasis include Durkheim, Marx and Topics include predictive factors of marital Weber; in the twentieth century attention success, current alternatives to marriage, is given to Sumner, Parks, Cooley, Mead, the two-career family and recent Christian Parsons and Merton. Prerequisite: Soc 141, approaches to the family. Three units. 251, 361. Three units.

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BRYAN, Robert W. DODSON, Rebecca J. Associate Professor of Information and Director of Audio-Visual Services and Computer Science (1998) Assistant Director of the Master of M.B.A., Western Carolina University; Education Program (1989) M.Div., Union Theological Seminary; M.S., Southern Illinois University at B.S., Lehigh University Edwardsville; B.A., Covenant College CLARK, Raymond W. Faculty Associate Professor of Biblical Studies DONALDSON, Charles W. (1966) Professor of Chemistry (1967) Year in parenthesis indicates date of Th.M., Trinity Evangelical Divinity Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania; joining faculty. School; B.S., Wheaton College B.D., Covenant Theological Seminary; ALLEN, Richard D. B.R.Ed., Tyndale College EVEARITT, Timothy C. Professor of Organizational Management Professor of Education (1979) (1989) CLUMPNER, Joseph A. Ed.D. and M.A., Illinois State Ph.D. and M.A., Michigan State Professor of Mathematics and Applied University; University; Science (1985) M.A., Trinity Evangelical Divinity B.S., Central Michigan University Ph.D., Yale University; School; S.M. and S.B., Massachusetts Institute of B.A., Fort Wayne Bible College ASHLOCK, Robert B. Technology Professor of Education (1988) FENNEMA, John E. Ed.D., Indiana University; M.S. and CROSSMAN, Brian F. Professor of Education (1999) B.S., Butler University Associate Professor of Physical Education Ed.D., University of Georgia; (1984) M.A., Reformed Theological Seminary; BARKER, Nicholas P. D.A. Middle Tennessee State University; M.A., Florida Atlantic University; Professor of English (1966) M.Ed. and B.S., Frostburg State College B.A., Calvin College Ph.D., and M.A., University of Minnesota; DAVIS, William FIKKERT, Brian T. A.B., Princeton University Associate Professor of Philosophy (1997) Assistant Professor of Economics Ph.D. and M.A., University of Notre (1997) BROCK, Frank A. Dame; Ph.D. and M.Phil., Yale University; President (1987) M.A., Westminster Theological B.S., Dordt College D.H.L., Lee University; Seminary; L.H.D., Geneva College; B.A., Covenant College FOREMAN, Clifford W. M.B.A., Harvard University; Associate Professor of English (1986) B.A., University of North Carolina at DENNISON, William D. Ph.D. and M.A., Boston University; Chapel Hill Associate Professor of A.B., Gordon College Interdisciplinary Studies (1993) BROUSSARD, Phillip R. Ph.D., Michigan State University; FOWLER, Tom G. Associate Professor of Physics (2000) Th.M. and M.Div., Westminster Assistant Professor of Mathematics Ph.D. and M.S., Stanford University; Theological Seminary; (2000) B.S., Louisiana University B.A., Geneva College Ph.D. and M.S., Georgia Institute of Technology; BROWN, Jeanell W. DODSON, Christopher H. B.A., Vanderbilt University Associate Professor of Music (2000) Associate Professor of Accounting (1982) D.M.A., University of Maryland; Master of Accountancy and B.S., Virginia FRIBERG, David C. M.M., University of the Pacific; Polytechnic Institute and State Associate Professor of Music (1988) B.M., Wesleyan College University M.A. and B.A., Bob Jones University

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GRAHAM, Donovan L. HORTON, Phillip B. MacDOUGALL, Daniel W. Professor of Education and Chaplain Professor of Education (1998) Associate Professor of Biblical Studies (1972) Ph.D., Florida State University; (1993) Ed.D. and M.A., New Mexico State M.S.T., Middle Tennessee State Ph.D., University of Aberdeen; University; University; Th.M., Calvin Theological Seminary; B.A., University of Northern Colorado B.A., Bryan College M.Div., Westminster Theological Seminary; GREEN, Jay D. HUISMAN, Gary B. B.S.E., University of Michigan Assistant Professor of History (1998) Librarian (1966) Ph.D., Kent State University; M.S., Western Michigan University; McLELLAND, Reginald F. M.A., Trinity Evangelical Divinity A.B., Calvin College Professor of Philosophy (1987) School; Ph.D. and M.A., University of Georgia; B.A., Taylor University KAUFMANN, Stephen R. M.Div., Reformed Theological Seminary; Professor of Education (1982) B.A., Western Carolina University HADDAD, Daphne W. Ph.D. and M.A., University of Iowa; Associate Professor of Education B.A., Covenant College McMILLIAN, John W. (1996) Director of the Quest Program (1995) Ph.D., University of South Carolina; KELLOGG, Edward K. Ph.D., Georgia State University; M.Ed. (2), Converse College; Professor of Art (1973) M.Ed. and Ed.S., West Georgia College; M.A. and B.A. Birmingham University M.A. and B.A., San Diego State College B.A., Marshall University

HALL, Jeffrey B. KING, Jerry J. MEHNE, Larry F. Dean of Faculty (1994) Director of the Career Development Associate Professor of Chemistry Ed.D., University of Tennessee; Center (1994) (1989) M.Ed., Slippery Rock University; M.Ed., University of Georgia; Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania; B.A., Grove City College B.A., University of South Florida B.S., Pennsylvania State University

HALLSTROM, Camille J. KRABBENDAM, Hendrik MILLER, Dennis D. Associate Professor of Communication Professor of Biblical Studies (1973) Dean of Academic Administration (2000) Th.D. and Th.M., Westminster (1990) M.A., Covenant Theological Seminary; Theological Seminary; M.Ed. and B.S., University of Tennessee M.F.A., University of Pittsburgh; B.D. (Equiv.) and B.A. (equiv.), at Chattanooga B.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania Theologische Hoogeschool MILLER, Rodney E. HAMM, John LAMBERT, Roger L. Dean of Records (1991) Professor of Music (1964) Professor of Biblical Studies and Missions M.S. and B.S., Purdue University; Ph.D., Florida State University; (1982) A.S., Vincennes University M.M., Eastman School of Music; Ph.D., Fuller Theological Seminary; Mus.B., John Brown University Th.M., Covenant Theological Seminary; MORRIS, Timothy D. B.D., Asbury College Associate Professor of Biology (1995) HESSELINK, Paul K. Ph.D., University of Florida; Professor of English (1972) LITTLEJOHN, Robert O. B.A., Covenant College Ph.D. and M.A., University of Chicago; Vice President for Academic Affairs A.B., Hope College (1998) MORTON, Jeffrey S. Ph.D. , Washington State University; Assistant Professor of Art (2000) HOOVER, David J. M.S., Stephen F. Austin State University; M.F.A., Yale University; Associate Professor of Business B.S., Baylor University B.F.A., Temple University, Tyler School Administration (1988) of Art Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; M.Div., Westminster Theological Seminary; B.A., Covenant College

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MORTON, Paul J. RULON, Michael J. STEWART, Kenneth J. Associate Professor of History (1994) Associate Professor of Psychology (1975) Associate Professor of Biblical Studies Ph.D. and M.A., University of Southern Ph.D., Ohio State University; (1997) California; M.A., Humboldt State College; Ph.D., University of Edinburgh; M.A., Villanova University; B.A., Westmont College M.Phil., University of Waterloo; B.A., Covenant College M.Th. and M.Div., Westminster SCHAFFERS, Wilhelmus J. Theological Seminary; MULLER, John S. Professor of Mathematics and Applied B.A., University of British Columbia Professor of Sociology (1971) Science (1994) Ph.D. and M.S., Florida State University; Ph.D., University of Delaware; TRIMIEW, Oliver L., Jr. B.A., Covenant College; M.S., University of Delft Associate Professor of B.D., Westminster Theological Seminary Interdisciplinary Studies (1988) SCHREUR, Barbara A. M.A., University of Chicago; NEILES, Tom A. Associate Dean of Students (1986) M.Div., Gordon-Conwell Theological Assistant Professor of Modern Languages M.A., Slippery Rock University; Seminary; (2000) B.A., Calvin College B.A., Covenant College M.A., Millersville University of Pennsylvania SIZEMORE, Douglas R. VOS, Matthew S. B.S., Shippensburg University of Professor of Information and Computer Assistant Professor of Sociology (2000) Pennsylvania Sciences and Director of Academic M.Ed., University of Tennessee at Computing (1974) Chattanooga; PETCHER, Donald N. Ph.D., University of Northern Colorado; B.A., Covenant College Associate Professor of Physics (1993) M.A., Conservative Baptist Theological Ph.D., Indiana University; Seminary; VOSKUIL, Louis J. M.S., University of Georgia; B.A., Taylor University Professor of History (1972) B.A., Covenant College Ph.D. and M.A., Loyola University; SMISSON, J. Drake A.B., Calvin College; PETTIT, Ethan P. Assistant Professor of Modern Languages B.D., Westminster Theological Seminary Assistant Librarian (1990) (1986) M.S., Drexel University; M.A., University of Kentucky; WENGER, Jerome D. B.A., Covenant College B.A., Georgia College Associate Professor of Biology (1972) Ph.D., University of Arkansas; RAFFAELE, Gary C. SMITH, Randy D. M.A. and B.S., Western Michigan Professor of Business (1999) Associate Professor of Information and University D.B.A., Harvard University; Computer Science (1992) M.B.A., The University of Texas at M.S., Stanford University; WILDEMAN, James A. Austin; B.S., University of North Carolina at Associate Professor of English (1983) B.S., State University of New York, Chapel Hill Ed.D., University of Georgia; Maritime College M.A., University of South Dakota; STEELE, Timothy H. B.A., Covenant College RALSTON, Patricia Associate Professor of Music (1997) Assistant Professor of English (1992) Ph.D., University of Chicago; WRIGHT, Phillip G. M.A., University of Tennessee at M.Mus. and B.M.E., Temple University Professor of Psychology (1984) Chattanooga; Ph.D., McGill University; B.A., Covenant College STERN, William L. M.A., University of Toronto; Assistant Professor of Physical Education B.Sc., McGill University RAYMOND, Scott W. (2000) Dean of Students (1985) M.Ed., and M.S., University of M.A., Slippery Rock University; Tennessee at Chattanooga; B.A., Fort Wayne Bible College B.A., Covenant College

103 Board of Trustees/History of Covenant College

Board of Trustees History of Covenant 2000-2001 College Dwight Allen On April 5, 1955, the Presbytery of the Great Plains met in John L. Armstrong Wilton, North Dakota, to consider establishing a liberal arts Robert G. Avis college under the Bible Presbyterian Synod. The college was Arthur C. Broadwick organized by the Synod and named “Covenant” by Dr. Robert G. Robert L. Butterfield Rayburn, the school’s first president. In the fall of 1955, the school J. Render Caines ’69 began operation at the Pasadena City Church in Pasadena, Cali- Robert G. den Dulk fornia. Covenant was to be a Christian liberal arts college acknowl- James A. Dodd edging Christ’s preeminence to help Christians learn to live as James M. Garretson active, reforming members of a complex society. John B. Harley III In 1956, Covenant College moved to Creve Coeur in St. Louis Mark W. Harris County, near St. Louis, Missouri. The first property purchased in Thomas Holton St. Louis, from Millstone Construction Company, consisted of G. Richard Hostetter twenty-five acres, with one building located in the center that was Dennis Johnson used for all functions. James Jolly A number of professors from Faith Theological Seminary near C. Al Lutz Philadelphia came to St. Louis, and Covenant became a four-year William J. Montgomery liberal arts college and a three-year theological seminary operated Marvin Olasky by one board and one administration. E. Marvin Padgett An order of Catholic sisters at St. John’s Hospital donated a Timothy Pappas ’79 building to the college which eventually became the administra- Robert S. Rayburn ’72 tion building. Both the college and the seminary increased in size, Donald E. Rittler and soon a new residence hall was needed. Mr. Hugh Smith heard George W. Robertson ’88 that the “Castle in the Clouds,” near Chattanooga, Tennessee, was David Rountree for sale. After much debate, the old hotel was purchased for Arthur E. Scott ’63 Covenant College in 1964. Today the college campus contains a Rodney D. Stortz ’72 total of 300 acres. Michael C. Tant Covenant College has had four presidents: Dr. Robert G. Mark Van Gilst Rayburn, Dr. Marion D. Barnes, Dr. Martin Essenburg, and Dr. Frank A. Brock, who now serves in this capacity. Today Covenant’s total enrollment is more than 1,100, with forty states and sixteen foreign countries represented. Seventy- seven percent of the teaching faculty members have earned doc- toral degrees. Covenant offers associate of arts, bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, bachelor of music and master of education degrees. Several pre-professional programs are also available. Students are encour- aged to develop an active Christian mind. The Anna Emma Kresge Memorial Library’s holdings include 76,000 bound volumes, 14,000 periodical volumes, 28,000 titles in microforms and 11,700 audiovisual media including computer software. Electronic online library resources include access to 87

104 History of Carter Hall/College Hymn databases, 300,000 full-text periodical articles, and more than Renovations were made and the dedicatory service was held 30,000 full-text books. September 19, 1964. As a member of the NAIA, Covenant’s intercollegiate sports include men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross- country, men’s and women’s soccer, and women’s volleyball. Many intramural sports are played. Covenant College centers its entire program in Colossians 1:18: “In all things . . . Christ preeminent.” Christ is acknowledged as the creator of all things, as the redeemer of people fallen into sin, as the touchstone of all truth, and as the sovereign ruler over all areas of life. Covenant seeks the mind of Christ as the biblical perspective from which we view and respond to reality. Covenant seeks to College Hymn define all areas of its structure and program according to this understanding of Christ’s preeminence. All For Jesus All for Jesus! All for Jesus! All my being’s ransomed power; All my thoughts and words and doings; All my days and all my hours.

Let my hands perform His bidding; Let my feet run in His ways; Let mine eyes see Jesus only; History of Carter Hall Let my lips speak forth His praise. The tract of land on which Covenant College is located has been Worldlings prize their gems of beauty, a pioneer’s homeplace and a plush resort. Under a treaty in 1819, Cling to gilded toys of dust; the land lay along the northern boundary of the Cherokee Nation. Boast of wealth and fame and pleasure – After the Indians were forced westward along the “Trail of Tears,” Only Jesus will I trust. the land was seized by the federal government and was ordered auctioned to benefit the widows and orphans of the War of 1812. Since mine eyes were fixed on Jesus, Robert M. Parris took the bid on a large portion of land, later I’ve lost sight of all beside, adding to his holdings through purchases from a widow and her So enchained my spirit’s vision, two daughters. In 1856 he sold 400 acres to C. C. Jackson for one Looking at the crucified. dollar per acre. Jackson settled with his family in a cabin near Frontier Bluff. (The family cemetery remains in a protected area Oh what wonder! How amazing! below the college.) Sallie Jackson remembered hearing the cannon Jesus, glorious King of kings, and musket fire from the Battle of Chickamauga; family members Deigns to call me His beloved, watched the battle from the top of Jackson Hill. Later, federal Lets me rest beneath His wings. troops used the Jackson land as a camp. The Lookout Mountain Hotel (now Carter Hall) was built in Amen. 1927 as a posh resort at a cost of $1,450,000. Paul Carter’s plans called for 200 guest rooms, the South’s largest ballroom, and a tower to stand ten stories high. The hotel opened in 1928 offering swimming, tennis, horseback riding, dancing, hiking, golf, and elegant meals. The Great Depression proved its downfall, how- ever, and two more attempts to salvage it as a hotel failed. Hugh Smith of Huntsville, Alabama, learned of the property in the early sixties and saw its potential as a college site. He recom- mended the idea to the Covenant College trustees, then in St. Louis. Since the college had outgrown its facilities there, the decision was made, after much debate and some delay, to move to Lookout Mountain. Smith was assisted by Harold Finch.

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