2017-18 ACADEMIC CATALOG

1 CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY GLOBALNET2017-18 ACADEMIC CATALOG2017-18 ACADEMIC CATALOGT able of Contents Introduction ..3 Welcome ..4 From the President ..4 From the ACADEMIC Dean ..5 Contacting Us ..6 About CUGN ..7 History ..7 ACADEMIC Programs ..7 What We Believe ..8 Endorsements and Testimonials ..9 General Endorsements ..9 Faculty Endorsements ..10 Mission and Vision ..11 ACADEMIC Calendar / Enrollment Deadlines ..122017 ..122018 ..13 Core Descriptions ..14 Certificate Programs ..15 Diploma Programs ..20 Transfer Credit Courses ..21 Courses for ACSI CEU Credit ..21 Accredited Degree Options ..21 Grace Bible College ..22 Compass College of Cinematic Arts.

2 22 Crown College ..23 Grace College & Seminary ..23 University of Northwestern-St . Paul ..24 Course Lists ..25 Course Descriptions ..28 Biblical Studies ..28 Old Testament ..28 New Testament ..32 Systematic Theology ..36 Church History ..38 Apologetics / Christian Ethics ..40 World Missions ..43 Spiritual Formation ..45 Supplemental Studies ..46 Leadership and Educational Ministries ..46 Preaching ..48 Counseling ..49 Correctional Ministries ..50 CUGN Professors/Lecturers ..52 CUGN Departments ..55 Admissions ..55 Student Services ..55 ACADEMIC Programs/Registrar ..55 ACADEMIC Policies ..56 Drop/Add/Withdrawal Procedures ..56 Appeals Process.

3 56 Honesty/Cheating/Plagiarism ..57 Bible Competency Exam and Advanced Placement ..57 Repeating a Course ..58 GPA Scale ..58 Course Validation in Core 1 ..58 Special Student Needs/Accommodations ..59 Incompletes ..59 ACADEMIC Probation ..59 Dismissal ..60 Transfer Credit ..60 Discussion Forum Guidelines ..61 Requirements for Success ..61 Tutorials and Learning Management System (LMS) ..61 English Proficiency ..61 Computer/Internet/Software Requirements ..62 Admissions Requirements ..63 Student Records ..63 Mentor Requirements ..64 Online Library / Resources ..64 Tuition and Financial Aid ..65 Tuition Costs ..65 Tuition Payments ..65 Refunds.

4 65 Financial Assistance ..66 Legal Notifications and Disclaimers ..67 Accreditation ..68 Application Process / Forms ..70 Appendix 1: CUGN Library of Courses ..71 Appendix 2: Application Form ..75 CUGN Application Form ..76 Christ-Centered Learning Anytime, AnywhereINTRODUCTION | BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTSI ntroduction In this CATALOG , you will discover the unique programs that set CUGN apart from other theological institutions. We are a fully online Christian university, enabling you to work at your own pace and from your own home, church, office, or any other location equipped with Internet access. Our courses are also fully available on Web-enabled smart phones, tablets and other mobile content and methods will expose you to some of the best theological educators available today and will allow you to interact with students around the world.

5 Some of CUGN s educational distinctives are as follows: Our courses are all rooted in the truths of Scripture. Our faculty consists of renowned scholars from some of the leading seminaries and universities. Our education through the scholarship and teaching of these respected professors is made available to you at a tuition cost that is substantially below that of other similar programs. Our flexible degree programming ensures that you can focus on your area of interest and need. We offer a number of scheduling options that allow you to take courses at a pace that is adaptable to your life. Our mentoring program allows for one-on-one discussion with a local mentor in many of the programs.

6 Our student body is worldwide, allowing you to interact with individuals from around the globe in tailored online study groups. Our ACADEMIC programs are transformational, with opportunities for application of your studies to life, relationships, ministry, and personal spiritual growth. Our methods utilize the latest technology to provide a media-rich experience that connects to various learning styles. Our vision is to extend the classroom walls to anyone at any time around the world. Our program includes personal interaction with CUGN faculty, with a local mentor, and with an online learning community as we acknowledge the importance of friends, family, and a local church body.

7 This approach helps to take the distance out of distance following pages will give you practical information about our ACADEMIC you have reviewed our CATALOG , please let us know of your interest by using the following contact information. We look forward to working with you as you pursue your biblical 954-2933 (8 a .m . to 4:30 p .m ., US Eastern Standard Time)Toll Free:888-487-5376 Admissions Office:Extension 1 Finance/Course Payments:Extension 5 Registrar s Office:Extension 3 Student Services OfficeExtension 1 Technical Support Office:Extension 6 Fax Line:(616) 957-5741 NOTES: If you are calling internationally, please check the code to use for placing a call to the US from your home country: This CATALOG is current as of January | BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTSW elcomeFROM THE PRESIDENT Welcome to Christian University GlobalNet (CUGN)!

8 We are honored to be a part of your educational program and look forward to interacting with you on a personal basis in the University GlobalNet began in 1998 as a major collaborative partnership among the colleges, universities, and seminaries of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. The original vision was simple but challenging to develop online learning opportunities that provided students with Christ-centered learning anytime, realized that there was a strong need to provide ministry leaders around the world with a solid biblical education that they could pursue where they live, thus avoiding a move that would disrupt life and ministry.

9 We also realized that the tuition and fees in traditional ACADEMIC institutions put theological training out of reach for many. As a result, CUGN was one of the first faith-based online learning providers offering Web-based courses and was purposefully designed to help counter the obstacles of relocation and will find more details about our ACADEMIC programs in this CATALOG . Please review the information and contact us via phone or email to get is our hope that pursuing a theological education at CUGN will be an experience that not only deepens your knowledge of our Lord and His Word, but also encourages you to grow in your ability to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly before your God.

10 Evan MorganPresidentChristian University GlobalNetWELCOME | BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTSFROM THE ACADEMIC DEAN Welcome to Christian University GlobalNet s online learning community. Both Judaism (Deuteronomy 6:4-9) and Christianity (Matthew 28:18-20) were founded on the principle that God intended His people to learn His Word and teach it to others. Your pursuit of learning is pleasing to your purpose is to deepen your own walk with God, or to increase your ability to help others, or both, the CUGN staff is honored to provide resources that will help you pursue your goals. CUGN offers options that range from taking a single course to completing a certificate or diploma to earning credit toward a bachelor s or master s are here to help you succeed in your educational pursuit.