2017 –2018 Bulletin Forming Hearts and Minds. Proclaiming Jesus Christ. 1 Table of Contents LETTER FROM SHMS RECTOR/PRESIDENT . 4 TELEPHONE DIRECTORY. 5 AcaDEMIC CALENDAR . 6 Mission, Values and Institutional Goals . 8 Overview of Sacred Heart Major Seminary . 10 History . 11 Accreditation . 14 Institutional Memberships . 1 5 STUDENT RESOURCES . 16 Computer Lab . 17 Academic Skills Center . 17 Library . 17 Liturgy Lab . 18 Satellites . 18 Archdiocese of Detroit Central Service Departments . 18 Consortiums . 19 STUDENT LIFE . 21 Committees /Councils . 22 Lay Ministry Formation Opportunities . 22 Opportunities . 24 Policies . 26 FINANCIAL AID . 32 STUDENT COSTS . 39 2017 – 2018 School Year Tuition and Fees . 40 Student Costs . 42 ADMISSIONS POLICIES . 43 Commuter Admissions: College of Liberal Arts . 44 Commuter Admissions: Graduate School of Theology . 51 Seminarian Admissions . 58 REGISTRatION . 64 AcaDEMIC POLICIES . 68 2 AcaDEMIC PROGRAMS . 84 Permanent Diaconate Academic Programs . 85 Certificate in Catholic Theology . 88 Basic Diploma in Catholic Theology . 8 9 Basic Diploma in Music Ministry . 90 Intermediate Diploma in Diaconal Studies . 9 1 Associate of Arts in Ministry . 93 Bachelor of Arts . 95 Bachelor of Philosophy . 1 0 1 Graduate Prerequisites Program . 103 Graduate Diploma in Pastoral Ministry . 104 Master of Arts in Theology . 106 Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies . 109 Master of Divinity . 113 Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology . 118 Post-Graduate Certificate in the New Evangelization . 121 Licentiate in Sacred Theology . 122 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS . 124 Undergraduate Course Descriptions . 125 Graduate Course Descriptions . 139 BOARD OF TRUSTEES, OFFICES OF THE SEMINARY, AND FacUltY . 166 SHMS Board of Trustees . 167 Offices of the Seminary . 167 Full-Time Faculty . 169 Part-time Faculty . 174 3 Dear Reader, This year the seminary will prayerfully explore the Pastoral Letter, Unleash the Gospel, that Archbishop Vigneron published on the Vigil of Pentecost. The letter was the fruit of the work of Synod 16, an Archdiocesan-wide event that included members from all parishes and organizations. At the heart of the letter is the desire of the Archbishop that we become a joyful band of missionary disciples. As you study, pray, and engage in a variety of ministries during your time at Sacred Heart and beyond, I ask that you devote yourself to the integral formation of the whole person: human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral. In the Sacred Heart Major Seminary Bulletin, you will find all the necessary information regarding our policies and programs. In addition, be assured that our staff will be ready to assist you with any questions you may have as you consider the exciting opportunities ahead of you. It is a joy to welcome you to Sacred Heart! Sincerely in Christ, Very Rev. Msgr. Todd J. Lajiness Rector / President 2701 Chicago Boulevard | Detroit, Michigan 48206 | 313-883-8500 | shms.edu Telephone Directory Front Desk Reception 313-883-8500 Academic Skills Center 313-883-8768 Business Office 313-883-8692 Cardinal Szoka Library 313-883-8650 Institute for Ministry 313-883-8541 Admissions Office – Commuter Students 313-883-8769 Office of the Dean of Studies 313-883-8556 Office of Development and Stewardship 313-883-8763 Office of Financial Aid 313-883-8534 Office of Graduate Programs in the New Evangelization 313-883-8556 Office of the Rector/President 313-883-8501 Office of the Registrar 313-883-8545 Office of the Vice Rector/Dean of Formation 313-883-8563 Security 313-883-8653 Vocations Office 313-883-7043 Weather Hotline 313-883-8780 5 Academic Calendar 2017-2018 Fall 2017 Spring 2018 Early Registration April 1-July 31 Early Registration March 1-31 Regular Registration August 1-31 Regular Registration April 1-30 Late Registration September 1-12 Late Registration May 1-9 Classes Begin September 5 Classes Begin May 7 Add/Drop Period September 5-12 Add/Drop Period May 7-9 Discernment October 14 Memorial Day (no classes) May 28 Mid-Term Exams October 23-27 Last Day to Withdraw June 1 Last Day to Withdraw November 10 Final Exams June 20-21 Thanksgiving Recess November 22-24 Deadline: Filing Application for June 22 (no classes) Fall Graduation 2018 Feast of the Immaculate December 8 End of Spring Term June 22 Conception (no day classes) Spring Graduation June 23 Admissions Deadline December 8 for Winter Term Summer 2018 Deadline: Filing Application for December 8 Winter & Spring Graduation 2018 Early Registration March 1-31 Final Exams December 11-15 Regular Registration April 1-30 End of Fall Term December 15 Late Registration May 1-9 Fall Graduation December 16 Summer I Classes Begin July 9 Summer I Add/Drop Period July 9 Winter 2018 Summer I Last Day to Withdraw July 17 Summer I Final Exams July 24 Early Registration November 1-30 Summer Break July 25 Regular Registration December 1-22 Summer II Classes Begin July 26 Late Registration December 23-January 12 Summer II Add/Drop July 26 Classes Begin January 8 Summer II Last Day to Withdraw August 3 Add/Drop Period January 8-12 Summer II Final Exams August 10 MLK Jr Holiday (no classes) January 15 End of Summer Term August 10 Theological Reflection January 21 Summer Graduation August 11 Mid-Term Exams February 26-March 2 Admission Deadline for Fall 2018 August 15 Spring Break March 5-9 Last Day to Withdraw March 16 Spiritual.