2005-2007 CATALOG JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY Published by John Brown University Siloam Springs, Arkansas Summer 2005 This Catalog contains policies and guidelines for the purpose of aiding students in planning their educational curriculum and is not to be considered a contractual agreement. Program requirements, course content, and other regulations are subject to change at the discretion of the controlling entities within the University. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Calendar 2005-07 . .4 University Profile . .5 Educational Programs . .19 Admission . .37 Financial Planning . .42 Academic Policies . .53 Degree Requirements . .63 Biblical Studies . .77 Business . .89 Communication . .101 Education . .113 Engineering and Construction Management . .131 General Studies . .147 Health and Sport . .153 Language and Arts . .159 Natural Science . .181 Social and Behavioral Studies . .191 Course Descriptions . .201 Professional Studies . .301 Graduate Studies . .317 Trustees . .345 Administration . .346 Faculty . .350 Index . .362 3 JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY CALENDAR FALL 2005 FALL 2006 T 8/16 — R 8/18 . .International Student Orientation . .T 8/15 — R 8/17 R 8/18 — Su 8/21 . .New Student Orientation . .R 8/17 — Su 8/20 F 8/19 . .New Student Registration . .F 8/18 M 8/22 . .Classes Begin . .M 8/21 F 9/2 . .Last Day for New Enrollments . .F 9/1 F 9/2 . .Last Day to Add a Course . .F 9/1 F 9/30 . .Last Day to Drop a Course . .F 9/29 M 10/3 — T 10/4 . .Fall Break . .M 10/2 — T 10/3 F 10/14 . .Midsemester Grade Reporting . .F 10/13 M 10/31 — F 11/11 . .Registration for Spring Term . .M 10/3 — F 11/10 W 11/23 — F 11/25 . .Thanksgiving Holidays . .W 11/22 — F 11/24 M 12/12 — R 12/15 . .Examination Week . .M 12/11 — R 12/14 F 12/16 . .Commencement Exercises . .F 12/15 SPRING 2006 SPRING 2007 F 1/6 — Su 1/8 . .New Student Orientation . .F 1/5 — Su 1/7 Sa 1/7 . .New Student Registration . .Sa 1/6 M 1/9 . .Classes Begin . .M 1/8 F 1/20 . .Last Day for New Enrollments . .F 1/19 F 1/20 . .Last Day to Add a Course . .F 1/19 F 2/17 . .Last Day to Drop a Course . .F 2/16 W 3/1 . .Midsemester Grade Reporting . .W 2/28 M 3/20 — F 3/24 . .Spring Break . .M 3/19 — F 3/23 M 3/27 — F 4/7 . .Registration for Fall Term . .M 3/26 — R 4/5 F 4/14 . .Good Friday Holiday . F 4/6 M 4/10 — R 4/13 . .Registration for Summer Terms . .M 4/9 — F 4/13 M 5/1 — R 5/4 . .Examination Week . .M 4/30 — R 5/3 F 5/5 . .Commencement Exercises . .F 5/4 SUMMER 2006 SUMMER 2007 TERM I TERM I M 5/8 . .Classes Begin . .M 5/7 W 5/10 . .Last Day to Add a Course . .W 5/9 W 5/17 . .Last Day to Drop a Course . .W 5/16 F 6/2 . .Final Exams . .F 6/1 TERM II GRADUATE STUDIES ONLY TERM II M 6/5 . .Classes Begin . .M 6/4 W 6/7 . .Last Day to Add a Course . .W 6/6 F 6/16 . .Last Day to Drop a Course . .F 6/15 F 7/7 . .Final Exams . .F 7/6 TERM III GRADUATE STUDIES ONLY TERM III M 7/10 . .Classes Begin . .M 7/9 W 7/12 . .Last Day to Add a Course . .W 7/11 F 7/21 . .Last Day to Drop a Course . .F 7/20 F 8/11 . .Final Exams . .F 8/10 4 UNIVERSITY PROFILE UNIVERSITY PROFILE The Mission of the University The faculty and board of trustees have accepted the following statement as being an accurate expression of the University basic mission: John Brown University provides Christ-centered education that prepares people to honor God and serve others by developing their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives. Statement of Faith The doctrinal position of the institution is contained in the following Articles of Faith which have been adopted by the National Association of Christian Schools: 1. We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative word of God. 2. We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 3. We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. 4. We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful man regeneration by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential. 5. We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost: they that are saved unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation. 6. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ. 7. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life. 5 JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY Educational Philosophy The Faculty has expressed its purpose as sending forth graduates Whose lives reflect the love of Christ Through reverence toward God. Through consecration to Christ and His Church. Through knowledge of the Bible and appreciation of its principles. Through participation in Christian activities with talents, means, and time. Through tolerance, humility, and helpfulness to others. Who possess intellectual integrity and an enthusiasm for continuing self-development Through use of mental processes which lead to intelligent decisions. Through familiarization with sources of information. Through utilization of knowledge. Through mastery of means of communication of ideas. Who are able to function effectively in a multi-cultural world Through a heightened awareness of diverse cultural contexts and values. Through development of skills and attitudes necessary to interact, work, and minister with people of other cultures. Through understanding the inclusiveness of God’s Kingdom and the equality of all people before God. Through formation of a Christian perspective of the world. Who are eager and able to perform a share of the world’s work Through their willing response to God’s unique plan. Through working in chosen vocations with skill, efficiency, and dedication. Through a cooperative and understanding attitude toward fellow workers. Who make worthy contributions to their communities Through active cooperation with other people toward general community improvement. Through promoting wholesome entertainment, adequate educational programs, and other phases of community welfare. Through exercising their political privileges in the spirit of Christ. Through practicing the high ideals of love and justice toward all people. 6 UNIVERSITY PROFILE History John Brown University's rich history began with an enthusiastic author, educator, radio broadcaster, and evangelist, John E. Brown, who recognized the need for an academic institution that would prepare young people to serve Christ. In 1919, with a goal of educating the “Head, Heart, and Hand,” John Brown laid the foundation for the institution that would later be called John Brown University. The vision of JBU has been carried through its eighty-five year history by the leadership of the founder, his son, John Brown Jr., his grandson, John Brown III, and Presidents George Ford, Lee Balzer, and now Charles Pollard. Head The University offers an education based on a liberal arts core curriculum and 51 undergraduate majors. Also available at JBU are academic opportunities for professionals and graduates. The JBU Advance Program was established in 1993 to meet the needs of working adults and allows them to complete their undergraduate degree. The Graduate Studies Program, established in 1995, offers master's degrees in School Counseling, Community Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Business Administration, Leadership and Ethics, and Ministry. Heart Since its founding, JBU has sought to nourish the spiritual life of its students. Professors and students work together to integrate a Christian worldview with their understanding and practice of academic disciplines. Professors and staff also make themselves available to guide and mentor students in the faith. Within the JBU community, there are a variety of opportunities for students to deepen and live out their faith. Chapel services are held three times a week and feature dynamic worship and gifted guest speakers. Over 50 ministry opportunities are offered to students through the office of Christian Formation. Hand Students also gain valuable professional and personal life-skills that equip them to serve in business, education, industry, ministry, the arts, and a variety of other fields. Students and graduates are encouraged to integrate faith in the workplace and in every area of their lives. While the scope of JBU's mission has grown over the last 85 years, the central direction of that mission has remained the same: “Christ Over All.” 7 JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY Location John Brown University is located in Siloam Springs, Arkansas surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Ozarks. Nearby lakes and parks, such as Lake Wedington and Devil's Den State Park, provide ample opportunity for outdoor recreation. Urban activities are easily available as well. Fayetteville, Arkansas, only 30 miles away, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, 80 miles away, offer shopping, dining, and a variety of cultural events. Accreditation John Brown University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, http://ncahigherlearningcommission.org (800-621-7440), and is approved by the Arkansas State Department of Education and accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), http://ncate.org (202-466-7496), for the preparation of teachers.