2014-2016 CORBAN UNIVERSITY CATALOG 5000 DEER PARK DRIVE SE • SALEM, OREGON 97317-9392 • 503.375.7005 • 800.845.3005 • www.corban.edu Notes about use of catalog This catalog is provided for guidance in course selection and program planning. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this catalog, in no sense is it to be considered a binding contract and it may be changed by action of appropriate bodies within the university. Courses listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal academic process. New courses and changes in existing course work are initiated by the appropriate school, department, or program and approved by the Faculty Council or other bodies as needed. Corban University Catalog – 2014-2016 1 CORBAN UNIVERSITY Dear Friend of Corban: Thank you for taking the time to review the Corban University catalog. Together with Corban’s outstanding faculty and dedicated staff, I heartily embrace the idea that Christians are to be salt and light in their culture. We are to make every difference possible for Jesus Christ. We are to do this not just by spreading the good news of the Gospel, but also by exerting a Christian influence in every sphere of life—including politics, the media, the arts and the academy. At Corban, we are committed to equipping a new generation to think critically and operate from our one central foundation, Jesus Christ. To provide a Christian higher education is to equip today’s students to approach, respond to and serve a world that’s in desperate need around us. It is not to shelter anyone from questions, but to swing wide the door to asking and wrestling with every question under the sun— approaching every subject from the great truth that Jesus Christ is Lord of all. I assumed the presidency of Corban University in the summer of 2013, at an exciting and challenging period in America’s history, the history of the Christian church and the history of this institution. I invite you to partner with us to provide Christ-centered biblical education to train the next generation of church, business, education and community leaders. To Christ be the glory. Dr. Sheldon C. Nord President Corban University Catalog – 2014-2016 2 Corban University Catalog – 2014-2016 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Calendar......................................................................................5 University Profile .........................................................................................6 Administration and Faculty .......................................................................13 Academic Information and Policies ..........................................................17 Admissions ................................................................................................40 Financial Information ................................................................................45 Student Life ...............................................................................................51 Programs of Special Interest .....................................................................54 Degree Programs .......................................................................................58 Academic Programs ..................................................................................63 School of Arts & Sciences ..............................................................63 School of Business .........................................................................84 School of Education & Counseling ...............................................93 School of Ministry ..................................................................... 122 School of Professional Studies .................................................. 145 Courses ................................................................................................... 152 Index ....................................................................................................... 213 Corban University Catalog – 2014-2016 4 ACADEMIC CALENDARS TRADITIONAL UNDERGRADUATE CALENDAR Summer Term 2014 2015 Summer Session begins May 4 (Su) May 3 (Su) Close of course registration for Summer Session May 14 (W) May 13 (W) Last day to drop summer course w/o financial penalty May 14 (W) May 13 (W) Summer Session ends Aug. 23 (Sa) Aug. 22 (Sa) Fall Semester 2014 2015 Residence halls open for new students Aug. 22 (F) Aug. 21 (F) New student and family orientation Aug. 22-24 Aug. 21-23 New student registration/testing Aug. 25-26 Aug. 24-25 Residence halls open for returning students Aug. 25 (M) Aug. 24 (M) Continuing student registration Aug. 26 (Tu) Aug. 25 (Tu) Instruction begins Aug. 27 (W) Aug. 26 (W) Close of course registration Sept. 5 (F) Sept. 4 (F) Last day to add courses to any class schedule Sept. 5 (F) Sept. 4 (F) Last day to drop courses without a fee Sept. 5 (F) Sept. 4 (F) Study Day (no classes) Oct. 10 (F) TBD World Outreach Week Oct. 27-31 TBD Last day to drop any course Nov. 7 (F) Nov. 6 (F) Thanksgiving vacation Nov. 26-30 Nov. 25 - 29 Classes resume Dec. 1 (M) Nov. 30 (M) Early scheduling for Spring Semester Nov. 3 -Dec.12 Nov. 2 -Dec.11 Christmas Concert performances Dec. 5-6 (F-Sa) Dec. 4-5 (F-Sa) Last day of instruction Dec. 5 (F) Dec. 4 (F) Final exams Dec. 8-11 Dec. 7-10 Residence Halls close at 2:00 p.m. Dec. 12 (F) Dec. 11 (F) Spring Semester 2015 2016 Residence halls open for all students Jan. 5 (M) Jan. 4 (M) Registration for all new students Jan. 5 (M) Jan. 4 (M) Orientation for new students Jan. 6 (T) Jan. 5 (T) Instruction begins Jan. 7 (W) Jan. 6 (W) Martin Luther King Day (no classes) Jan. 19 (M) Jan. 18 (M) Close of course registration Jan. 16 (F) Jan. 15 (F) Last day to add courses to any class schedule Jan. 16 (F) Jan. 15 (F) Last day to drop courses without a fee Jan. 16 (F) Jan. 15 (F) President's Day (no classes) Feb. 16 (M) Feb. 15 (M) Last day to drop any course March 13 (F) March 11 (F) Spring break March 23-27 March 21-25 Classes resume March 30 (M) March 28 (M) Good Friday (no classes) April 3 (F) March 25 (F) Classes resume April 6 (M) March 28 (M) Registration for summer courses April 6-24 April 4 - 22 Early scheduling for Fall Semester March 30 – April 30 April 4 - 29 Last day of instruction April 24 (F) April 22 (F) Final exams April 27 - 30 April 25 - 28 Commencement May 2 (Sat) April 30 (Sat) Residence halls closed for all students May 2 (Sat) April 30 (Sat) GRADUATE SCHOOLS ~ See Graduate Programs for Graduate Academic Calendars Corban University Catalog – 2014-2016 5 UNIVERSITY PROFILE OUR HISTORY Corban University has its roots in Phoenix, Arizona, where in 1935 it began as a Bible institute. After relocating to California in 1946 it became known as Western Baptist Bible College where it operated until moving to Oregon in 1969. In 1955 the college received degree-granting status from the State of California Department of Education, and in 1959 received national accreditation as a Bible college by the American Association of Bible Colleges. In 1968 it was first regionally accredited and remains so today by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Over the years, the University has been transformed from a Bible college to a university offering programs in biblical studies, the liberal arts and professional studies. With a heritage of Baptist theology, Corban serves the greater evangelical community. In order to address the demographic changes from a historically Baptist student body to one representing a wide range of evangelical groups, the name was changed to Corban College in 2005. The name, a biblical word meaning “a gift dedicated to God,” and motto “dedicating heart and mind to God” reflect the University’s mission. The name Corban University was adopted in 2010 to reflect the expanded educational offerings. The fall of 2010 also saw a merger between Corban University and Northwest Baptist Seminary in Tacoma, Washington. This merger marked the formation of the Corban School of Ministry and extends Corban’s presence in the Pacific Northwest. Today, there are 50 accredited majors and programs of study including traditional, adult degree and graduate studies programs on campus and online. OUR MISSION STATEMENT To educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:19 – 20). We seek to do this by: Fostering a transformative learning culture where a sustainable biblical worldview takes shape. Building a Christian community that promotes worship, creative expression and activities that reflect God’s character. Cultivating a life of stewardship and service toward God, humanity and creation. OUR CORE VALUES Christ-honoring Bible-centered People-oriented Excellence-driven Future-directed OUR COMMITMENT TO GROWTH We believe Christ has called all of us to a life of growth, and that if we are to be the kind of people God wants us to be, we must be prepared to take the risks that growth demands. We must not be afraid to reach beyond where we are. Reaching out of our boundaries of self to other people is part of growth. Evangelism is central to this commitment; but reaching means, too, an availability, an accessibility of mind and heart to other people, a refusal to shelter within the walls of habit, inertia, prejudice and fear. Such a commitment, in some circumstances, may demand the risk even of life. And there is always a psychological risk in opening ourselves up to other people. Not least may be the risk of being misunderstood by our own friends. Further, we must recognize that in reaching,