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1 CALIFORNIA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE University Catalog

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3 California Baptist University 8432 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA An Institution of the California Southern Baptist Convention UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 64 TH SESSION

4 NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT In compliance with both state and federal law; California Baptist University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected category, except to the extent it is necessary to fulfill its religious purposes, so as to be in compliance with the 2000 version of the Baptist Faith and Message. SPECIAL NOTICE This catalog does not constitute a contract between California Baptist University and its students. Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the content of this catalog, the University assumes no liability for any omissions or errors contained herein. California Baptist University reserves the right to alter and revise the contents of this catalog at any time. All announcements here are subject to revision. Editing and typesetting by Shawnn Koning and Shelly Rupard. August ii

5 GENERAL CONTENTS Calendars....viii University Calendar viii Fall Semester viii Spring Semester ix Summer Semester x University Calendar xi Fall Semester xi Spring Semester xii Summer Semester xiii Final Exam: Fall Semester xiv Final Exam: Spring Semester xiv The University Enrollment and Student Services Undergraduate Admissions Global Initiatives Financial Aid Student Accounts Academic Information Schools and Departments / University Programs College of Allied Health Department of Health Sciences Department of Kinesiology College of Architecture, Visual Art, and Design College of Arts and Sciences Department of Aviation Science Department of Communication Arts Department of History and Government Department of Modern Languages and Literature Department of Natural and Mathematics Sciences College of Engineering School of Behavioral Sciences School of Business School of Christian Ministries School of Education School of Music iii

6 School of Nursing University Programs Academic Programs Academic Information Accounting Air Force Allied Health American Sign Language Anthropology Applied Statistical Analysis Applied Statistics Applied Theology Architecture Aviation Aviation Dispatch Aviation Flight Aviation Management Behavioral Science Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biomedical Engineering Biology Business Administration Chemical Engineering Chemistry Chinese Christian Behavioral Science Christian Studies Civil Engineering Classics Clinical Health Science Coaching Cognitive Psychology Communication Disorders Communication Studies Computer Information Systems Computer Information Technology Computer Science Construction Management iv

7 Counseling Ministry Creative Writing Criminal Justice Design Diversity Early Childhood Studies Education Electrical and Computer Engineering Engineering English English as a Second Language (Intensive English Program) Entrepreneurship Environmental Science Exercise Science Film Production Film Studies Foundational Mathematics French General Studies Global Community Science Global Integration Studies Global Justice Global Studies Graphic Design and Digital Media Greek Health Science Healthcare Administration Hebrew History Honors Program Humanities Intercollegiate Athletics Intercultural Studies Interdisciplinary Studies International Health International Studies Journalism and New Media Kinesiology v

8 Latin Leadership Studies Liberal Studies Life Span Development Marketing Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Military Science and Leadership Missionary Aviation Music Nursing Nutrition Nutrition and Food Sciences Philosophy Photography Physical Science Physics Political Science Professional Studies Psychology Public Health Public Relations Religion and Behavior Russian Science Social Science Social Work Sociology Software Engineering Spanish Spanish for Health Care Professions Sport Management Statistics Theatre Visual Arts Online and Professional Studies Online and Professional Studies: Academic Calendars Fall Semester vi

9 Spring Semester Summer Semester Online and Professional Studies: Academic Calendars Fall Semester Spring Semester Summer Semester Admissions Financial Aid Student Accounts Academic Information Online and Professional Studies Academic Programs Directory of Administration and Faculty Index vii

10 University Calendar FALL SEMESTER 2014* August September October 13 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline Student Leadership Training Week Living Areas Open for New Students New Student Orientation Begins Living Areas Open for Returning Students 1 Labor Day Holiday (offices closed) 2 Classes Begin* 9 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit* 16 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* 16 Last Day to Turn in Credit/No Credit Request 26 Board of Trustees Meeting 1 Graduation Application Deadline for December 2014 graduation Midterm Examinations 24 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* November Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes, offices closed at 12:00 noon on the 26th) December 1 Classes Resume, Offices Open 6-11 Final Examinations 11 Semester Closes 11 Commencement Exercises 12 Residence Halls Close for Christmas Holiday 12 Christmas Holiday Begins 20 Offices Closed (December 20 - January 1) *For courses with alternate begin and end dates, please see InsideCBU for alternate add, drop and withdraw dates. For Online and Professional Studies semester dates, please refer to the Online and Professional Studies Calendar. viii

11 University Calendar SPRING SEMESTER 2015* January 2 Offices Open 5 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 7 Classes Begin* 9 Board of Trustees Meeting 14 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit* 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 21 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* 21 Last Day to Turn in Credit/No Credit Request February 2 Graduation Application Deadline for May and August 2015 graduation Midterm Examinations March April May 2 Postmark Deadline for FAFSA and GPA Verification Form (Cal Grant) 6 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* Spring Break (no classes) 3 Good Friday Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 4-6 Easter Observance (classes resume at 4:00pm on the 6th, offices closed) 7 Offices Open Final Examinations 28 Semester Closes 1 Board of Trustees Meeting 2 Commencement Exercises *For courses with alternate begin and end dates, please see InsideCBU for alternate add, drop and withdraw dates. For Online and Professional Studies semester dates, please refer to the Online and Professional Studies Calendar.. ix

12 University Calendar SUMMER SEMESTER 2015* Traditional Semester May June July August Term 1 May June Term 2 May June July August 4 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 4 Classes Begin* - Traditional Semester 11 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit* - Traditional Semester 18 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* - Traditional Semester 25 Memorial Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 26 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* - Traditional Semester 3 Independence Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 14 Traditional Semester Closes 4 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 4 Classes Begin* - Term 1 11 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit* - Term 1 18 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* - Term 1 25 Memorial Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 1 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* - Term 1 26 Term 1 Closes 4 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 29 Classes Begins* - Term 2 3 Independence Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 6 Last Day to Add a Course for Credit* - Term 2 13 Last Day to Drop a Course with Refund* - Term 2 27 Last Day to Withdraw from a Course with W (no refund)* - Term 2 21 Term 2 Closes *For courses with alternate begin and end dates, please see InsideCBU for alternate add, drop and withdraw dates. For Online and Professional Studies semester dates, please refer to the Online and Professional Studies Calendar. x

13 University Calendar (Proposed) FALL SEMESTER 2015* August September October 12 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline Student Leadership Training Week Living Areas Open for New Students New Student Orientation Begins Living Areas Open for Returning Students 7 Labor Day Holiday (offices closed) 8 Classes Begin* 15 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit* 22 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* 22 Last Day to Turn in Credit/No Credit Request 25 Board of Trustees Meeting 1 Graduation Application Deadline for December 2015 graduation Midterm Examinations 30 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* November Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes, offices closed at 12:00 noon on the 25th) 30 Classes Resume, Offices Open December Final Examinations 17 Semester Closes 18 Commencement Exercises 18 Residence Halls Close for Christmas Holiday 18 Christmas Holiday Begins 22 Offices Closed (December 22 - January 3) *For courses with alternate begin and end dates, please see InsideCBU for alternate add, drop and withdraw dates. For Online and Professional Studies semester dates, please refer to the Online and Professional Studies Calendar. xi

14 University Calendar (Proposed) SPRING SEMESTER 2016* January 4 Offices Open 4 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 6 Classes Begin* 8 Board of Trustees Meeting 13 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit* 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 20 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* 20 Last Day to Turn in Credit/No Credit Request February 1 Graduation Application Deadline for May and August 2016 graduation Midterm Examinations March April 2 Postmark Deadline for FAFSA and GPA Verification Form (Cal Grant) 4 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* Spring Break (no classes) 25 Good Friday Holiday (no classes, offices closed) Easter Observance (classes resume at 4:00pm on the 28th, offices closed) 29 Offices Open Final Examinations 26 Semester Closes 29 Board of Trustees Meeting 30 Commencement Exercises *For courses with alternate begin and end dates, please see InsideCBU for alternate add, drop and withdraw dates. For Online and Professional Studies semester dates, please refer to the Online and Professional Studies Calendar. xii

15 University Calendar (Proposed) SUMMER SEMESTER 2016* Traditional Semester May June July August Term 1 May June Term 2 May June July August 2 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 2 Classes Begin* - Traditional Semester 9 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit* - Traditional Semester 16 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* - Traditional Semester 30 Memorial Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 4 Independence Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 8 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* - Traditional Semester 19 Traditional Semester Closes 2 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 2 Classes Begin* - Term 1 9 Last Day to Add a Class for Credit*- Term 1 16 Last Day to Drop a Class with Refund* - Term 1 30 Memorial Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 31 Last Day to Withdraw from a Class with W (no refund)* - Term 1 24 Term 1 Closes 2 Semester Financial Clearance Deadline 27 Classes Begins* - Term 2 4 Independence Day Holiday (no classes, offices closed) 5 Last Day to Add a Course for Credit* - Term 2 11 Last Day to Drop a Course with Refund* - Term 2 25 Last Day to Withdraw from a Course with W (no refund)* - Term 2 19 Term 2 Closes *For courses with alternate begin and end dates, please see InsideCBU for alternate add, drop and withdraw dates. For Online and Professional Studies semester dates, please refer to the Online and Professional Studies Calendar.. xiii

16 Final Examination Schedule FALL SEMESTER 2014 Saturday, December 6 TBD All TBD Wednesday Hybrid and Thursday Hybrid classes* Monday, December 8 7:00 9:00 All 7:00 8:00 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 9:30 10:30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 12:00 1:00 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes 2:30 4:30 All 3:45 4:45 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes Tuesday, December 9 7:00 9:00 All 7:00 8:30 Tuesday, Thursday and Tuesday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 10:30 12:00 Tuesday, Thursday and Tuesday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 2:00 3:30 Tuesday, Thursday and Tuesday Hybrid classes 2:30 4:30 All 3:45 5:15 Tuesday, Thursday and Tuesday Hybrid classes Wednesday, December 10 7:00 9:00 All 8:15 9:15 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 10:45 11:45 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 1:15 2:15 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes Thursday, December 11 7:00 9:00 All 8:45 10:15 Tuesday, Thursday and Tuesday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 12:15 1:45 Tuesday, Thursday and Tuesday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 2:30 3:30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday Hybrid classes SPRING SEMESTER 2015 Thursday, April 23 7:00 9:00 All 7:00 8:30 Tuesday, Thursday and Thursday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 10:30 12:00 Tuesday, Thursday and Thursday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 2:00 3:30 Tuesday, Thursday and Thursday Hybrid classes 2:30 4:30 All 3:45 5:15 Tuesday, Thursday and Thursday Hybrid classes Friday, April 24 7:00 9:00 All 7:00 8:00 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 9:30 10:30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 12:00 1:00 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes 2:30 4:30 All 3:45 4:45 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes Saturday, April 25 TBD All TBD Monday Hybrid and Tuesday Hybrid classes* Monday, April 27 7:00 9:00 All 8:15 9:15 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 10:45 11:45 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 1:15 2:15 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes Tuesday, April 28 7:00 9:00 All 8:45 10:15 Tuesday, Thursday and Thursday Hybrid classes 9:30 11:30 All 12:15 1:45 Tuesday, Thursday and Thursday Hybrid classes 12:00 2:00 All 2:30 3:30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Wednesday Hybrid classes * Hybrid courses with an examination time of TBD may be scheduled on the designated Saturday or an alternate exam weekday, see InsideCBU for assigned examination times. Examinations for courses with meeting patterns in the evening will be given during the final examination week at the time the class regularly meets. Courses with other meeting patterns may have a final exam scheduled during another week or alternative arranged time. xiv

17 California Baptist University UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG Dr. Ronald L. Ellis President Ms. Nancy Atayde Administrative Assistant Phone FAX

18 CALIFORNIA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY Dr. Ronald L. Ellis President Ms. Nancy Atayde Administrative Assistant to the President Phone FAX Dear Friend: Welcome to California Baptist University! I look forward to greeting you personally when the opportunity permits, but for now allow me to congratulate you for deciding to pursue your educational goals at CBU and to thank you for trusting us to help you reach those goals. Since 1950, students have chosen California Baptist University for the caring personal attention they receive and for high quality academic programs taught by faculty members who recognize the importance of spiritual development as well as intellectual growth. CBU remains faithful to the Christian values and principles found in the Great Commission, Christ s challenge to his followers found in Matthew 28:19-20: Go ye therefore and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. At CBU, we work hard to fulfill this commandment by integrating faith and learning and by offering a wide range of opportunities for service. Throughout Southern California and around the world, we are gaining a reputation to match our vision of a University Committed to the Great Commission. For many students, the decision to share the CBU experience marks the first step in a long-term relationship. We trust it will be a positive and rewarding experience for you. This is an exciting time to be part of the CBU community and we are genuinely pleased that you are here. Once again, welcome to California Baptist University and may the Lord continue to bless! Your brother in Christ, Ronald L. Ellis, Ph.D. President 2

19 The University The University History On September 18, 1950, the Los Angeles Baptist Association opened the doors of California Baptist College in El Monte to students who came seeking a liberal arts education in a Christian environment. The college began operations with 42 students in Fall 1950; 120 were enrolled during the academic year. In 1955, after four years of continued growth, the college relocated to larger facilities in Riverside. Growth in all areas paved the way for the institution to become a university on September 25, Location and Environment Riverside is located in the Los Angeles Basin, sixty miles east of downtown L.A. Freeways lead into Riverside from every direction, and the area is served by international airports in nearby Ontario and Los Angeles. California Baptist University is surrounded by cultural and scientific opportunities for student of all interests, and the proximity of other colleges and universities makes possible inter-library and inter-cultural exchanges. Mission Statement The primary purpose of this corporation is to conduct regular four-year college courses in education, music, sciences and the liberal arts, and to grant certificates, diplomas and any and all degrees evidencing completion of any course of training, together with any and all honorary degrees and to provide training for Baptist youth and others desiring to be affiliated with Baptist theology and theological instruction and such other instruction as may be needful and advantageous in preparing and qualifying ministers and others for Christian work. 1 Philosophy Statement California Baptist University is a Christian liberal arts institution founded by Southern Baptists to serve the world. As such, the university community provides an accepting, caring Christian atmosphere in which the growth of individuals is enhanced by spiritual formation, personal development, vocational preparation, and a sound, academic, liberating education. In the midst of the pursuit of truth, individuals are encouraged to investigate, practice, and refine their aesthetic, moral, social, and spiritual values in order to prepare themselves to make substantial contributions to the cause of Christ as skilled professionals, thinking citizens, and educated persons. Goals To implement its philosophy, the university strives: 1. To reflect, in life and thought, historic Southern Baptist principles, such as: a. The Lordship of Jesus Christ. b. The competency of the individual soul before God. c. The Scriptures as the authoritative guide for doctrine and practice. d. The separation of Church and State. e. The autonomy of the local church. 2. To help students observe and interact with a community that effectively models Christian characteristics and values. 3. To offer a selection of programs that will attract a wide range of qualified students. 4. To encourage a free exchange of ideas by providing a wide variety of spiritual, intellectual, cultural, and social learning experiences both within and outside the classroom. 5. To encourage high standards of scholarship. 6. To provide support for students experiencing academic and personal difficulties. 7. To encourage each member of the university community to be involved in a lifelong, personal Christian pilgrimage. 8. To enable its educators to engage in continuing professional development. 9. To develop mature individuals of genuine Christian character who can contribute to churches and effect changes in society for its betterment. 10. To develop specific leadership for the churches and general work of the Southern Baptist Convention. 1 Articles of Incorporation of The California Baptist College,

20 The University University Student Outcomes California Baptist University desires that each student acquire certain knowledge, skills, values, and aspirations during their collegiate experience. The University seeks to provide academic programs that prepare students for professional careers, as well as co-curricular programs that foster an environment supporting the intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development of each student. Within these arenas of the student experience, the University, through its faculty and administration, has identified student outcomes as desirable and reflective of the impact it seeks to have in the lives of its students. Upon completion of a degree program, each student at California Baptist University shall be: Biblically Rooted Demonstrate spiritual literacy, including Biblical Christian faith and practice, Baptist perspectives, and the Christian s role in fulfilling the Great Commission. Globally Minded Respect diverse religious, cultural, philosophical, and aesthetic experiences and perspectives. Academically Prepared Use critical thinking skills to demonstrate literacy: listening, speaking, writing, reading, viewing, and visual representing. Demonstrate competence in mathematical, scientific and technological skills. Equipped to Serve Transfer academic studies to a profession and the workplace. Implement a personal and social ethic that results in informed participation in multiple levels of community. Council for Christian Colleges & Universities California Baptist University is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, a consortium of 109 private liberal arts Christian colleges and universities in North America and 75 affiliate institutions in 24 countries. Membership in CCCU provides CBU students access to numerous off-campus learning opportunities: an American Studies program in Washington, D.C.; a Contemporary Music Program, a Latin American studies program in Costa Rica; the Los Angeles Film Studies Center; the Washington Journalism Center; and an increasing number of overseas travel programs. American Studies Program (ASP) Founded in 1976, the American Studies Program has served hundreds of students from member institutions as a Washington, D.C. campus. ASP uses Washington as a stimulating educational laboratory where collegians gain hands-on experience with an internship in their chosen field. Internships are tailored to fit the student s talents and aspirations and are available in a wide range of fields. They also explore pressing national and international issues in public policy seminars that are issue-oriented, interdisciplinary and led by ASP faculty and Washington professionals. Through interdisciplinary reflection on public life and vocation, practical marketplace experiences and community living, the purpose of the program is to create an atmosphere for students: first, to develop an appreciation for how the integral character of biblical faith relates to thinking critically about public policy and marketplace issues, and second, to nurture a desire to take up responsible Christ-centered service in their personal and public vocations, whatever their career paths or walks of life. The mission of the program is to help students gain an integral biblical faith for thinking critically about public affairs and for responding faithfully in vocational service. China Studies Program (CSP) The China Studies Program introduces students to the diversity of China, including Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Xi an and Xiamen. This interdisciplinary, cross-cultural program enables students to deal with this increasingly important part of the world in an informed, Christ-centered way. Contemporary Music Program (CMP) The Contemporary Music Program provides students the opportunity to live and work in community while seeking to understand how God will have them integrate music, faith and business. Both interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary in nature, the CMP offers two tracks: the Artist Track and the Executive Track. The Artist Track is tailored to students considering careers as vocalists, musicians, songwriters, recording artists, performers, producers, and recording engineers. The Executive Track is designed for business, arts management, marketing, communications and other majors interested in possible careers as artist managers, agents, record company executives, music publishers, concert promoters and entertainment industry entrepreneurs. Both Artist and Executive track students receive instruction, experience and a uniquely Christian perspective on creativity and the marketplace, while working together to create and market a recording of original music. Both tracks include course work, labs, directed study and a practicum. 4

21 The University Latin American Studies Program (LASP) Students of CCCU colleges have the opportunity to live and learn in Latin America through the Latin American Studies Program based in San Jose, Costa Rica. The program introduces students to as wide a range of experiences through the study of the language, literature, culture, politics, history, economics, ecology and religion of the region. Living with a Costa Rican family, students experience and become a part of the day-to-day lives of typical Latin Americans. Students also take part in a service opportunity and travel for three weeks to nearby Central American nations. Students participate in one of four concentrations: Latin American Studies; Advanced Language and Literature; International Business and Management; and Tropical Sciences. Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAFSC) The Los Angeles Film Studies Center is designed to train students of CCCU member institutions to serve in various aspects of the film industry with both professional skill and Christian integrity. Students live, learn and work in the L.A. area near major motion picture studios. The curriculum consists of two required seminars focusing on the role of film in culture and the relationship of faith to work in this very influential industry. In addition, students choose two elective courses from a variety of offerings in film studies. Internships in various segments of the film industry provide students with hands-on experience. The combination of the internship and seminars allow students to explore the film industry within a Christian context and from a liberal arts perspective. Middle East Studies Program (MESP) This program, based in Cairo, Egypt, allows Council students to explore and interact with the complex and strategic world of the modern Middle East. The interdisciplinary seminars give students the opportunity to explore the diverse religious, social, cultural and political traditions of Middle Eastern people. MESP encourages and equips students to relate to the Muslim world in an informed, constructive and Christ-centered manner at a time of tension and change. Russian Studies Program (RSP) RSP students are exposed to the depth and diversity of the culture during a semester spent in Russia s three largest cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg and Nizhni Novgorod. In addition to three seminar courses students receive instruction in the Russian Language. Students also participate in a service opportunity in Nizhni Novgorod. Scholars Semester in Oxford Honors and other highly qualified students have the exciting opportunity to study in England through this interdisciplinary semester in Oxford. The rigorous academic program, aimed at increasing critical thinking skills and scholarship from an integrated Christian perspective, allows participants to choose from a wide variety of tutorial study programs in numerous disciplines, including the arts, religion, history, literature and philosophy. Summer Programme CMRS, Oxford This programme is designed to enable students to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the relationship between Christianity and Culture and to do specialized work under Oxford academics. The challenges are many, the work intense, the material difficult and the culture unique. But the opportunity to study in the Bodleian library, worship in Christchurch Cathedral, and debate interesting topics with world-renowned scholars, is beyond comprehension. Uganda Studies Program Uganda Christian University This program offers students the opportunity to study at one of the best private institutions in East Africa. While students have many diverse opportunities to interact with peers and local Ugandans, classes give students a chance to learn the culture of the people who will be hosts, neighbors and friends for the semester. Students choose courses which deal with different aspects of African culture including history, politics, religions, and literature. Throughout the semester, students explore issues of cross cultural life and use the unique perspective of living in Uganda to take a fresh look at our American Christianity. Washington Journalism Center This program is an advanced, experiential semester on Capital Hill that will cultivate professional news skills and encourage students to think through the implications of being a Christian working in the news media in a city that is home to the powerful and the powerless. This mission of the program is for students to grow through the practice of real-world journalism. Students will function as professional journalists living and working in the city and be required to meet deadlines and hold to industry-level standards of quality. Students will also gain understanding by serving. Students live in the homes of Washington D.C. residents and address the real human needs that are so prevalent in this city. 5