Emmaus Bible College

1 1 Property of: _____Address: _____Phone #: _____ Email: _____In case of emergency, please notify:Name: _____ Phone #: _____Emmaus Bible College2017-2018 Student HandbookThe information in this book was the best available at press time. Watch for additional information and part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, without getting prior written permission of the publisher. 2017. SDI Innovations. All Rights Hwy. 231 S. Lafayette, IN 47909 OF CONTENTSW elcome ..4 Our Mission ..4 Theme Verse ..4 The Emmaus Experience ..4 Core Values ..4 Institutional Goals.

2 5 Educational Goals ..5 Doctrinal Statement ..5 Personnel ..6 Office of the President ..6 Office of the Chancellor ..6 Department of Academic Affairs ..6 Department of Administration and Finance ..7 Department of Advancement ..7 Board of Trustees ..7 Schedules ..8 Dining Room Schedule ..8 Library Schedule ..8 Residence Hours ..8 Class Schedules ..8 Academic Life ..9 Classroom Comportment ..9 Library Comportment ..9 Grading, Attendance, and Examinations ..9 Empower ..10 English Composition Requirement ..10 Bible Reading Requirement ..10 Credit Hour Load ..10 Directed Study Courses ..10 College Level Examination Program (CLEP).

3 11 Audit of Courses ..11 Cheating/Plagiarism Policy ..11 Class Withdrawal Policy ..12 Incomplete ..12 Grade Appeal Process ..12 Repeat of Courses ..12 Academic ..13 Disability Services ..13 Final ..13 Student Concerns Policy ..13 Formal Complaints ..14 Spiritual Local Church ..15 Chapel ..15 Chapel Decorum ..15 Growth Groups ..16 Floor Devotions ..16 Spiritual Emphasis Days ..16 Christian Ministry Seminars ..16 Servant Leadership Training (SLT) ..16 Community Life ..17 Front Desk ..17 Photocopying ..17 Open ..18 School Vehicles .. Parking ..19 Dining Hall ..19 Counseling IX Information ..19 Amnesty for Student Misconduct.

4 20 Reporting Rights, Resources, and Complaints and Preliminary Investigation ..20 Interim Measures ..21 Formal Investigation ..21 Petition for Appeal ..21 Retaliation ..21 Hospitals ..22 Community and Respect ..22 Physical Appearance ..22 Campus Attire ..23 Special Events ..23 Dating Relationships & Sexual Purity ..24 Displays of Affection ..24 Engagements and Marriages ..24 Firearms and Weapons ..24 Fireworks ..24 Practical Jokes ..25 Media and Technology ..25 Tobacco, Alcohol, Illegal Drugs, and Nightlife ..26 Dancing ..26 Discipline and Accountability ..27 ..27 Character Probation ..27 Fines ..28 Suspension.

5 Non Grata ..28 Additional Sanctions ..28 Disciplinary and Accountability Process ..293 Residence Life ..30 Resident Dorm Policy ..30 Room Privacy ..30 Room Inspections ..30 Room Entry ..30 Room Assignments ..30 Room Furnishings ..30 Room Decorations ..31 Restricted Items ..31 Pets ..31 Electrical Appliances/Cooking ..31 Quiet Hours ..31 Curfew ..31 Laundry ..32 Non-Resident Students ..32 Overnight Information ..32 Campus Guests ..32 Vacation and Summer Residency Policy ..32 Moving Out ..33 Summer Residency and Storage ..33 Athletics and Intramurals ..33 Intercollegiate Sports ..33 Intramurals ..33 Intramural Competition.

6 33 Athletic Dress Code ..33 Gymnasium and Fitness Center ..34 Eligibility ..34 Campus Safety ..35 Security ..35 Student ID Card and Room Key Replacement Policy ..35 Personal Property ..35 Personal Property Insurance ..35 Tornado Warning ..35 Fire ..36 Active Shooter ..36 Missing Persons ..37 Internet and Social Media Safety ..37 Motor Vehicle Regulations ..37 Health ..38 General Information ..38In Case of Emergency ..38 Sick List ..38 Health ..38 Student Government ..38 Student Resident Directors ..38 Resident Assistants ..39 Student Missionary Fellowship (SMF) ..39 Yearbook ..39 Women s Chapel Committee ..39 Men s Chapel Committee.

7 39 Emmaus Youth Ministry (EYM)..39 Counseling Psychology Student (Cultivating Responsible Educators Worldwide) ..39 Student Accounts ..40 General Information ..40 Payment Due Students and NICC Charges ..40 Refunds/Withdrawing ..4024/7 Access to Student Accounts ..40 Payment ..41 Participation in College Sponsored Trips ..41 Payment and Returning Students .. Accounts ..41In Summary ..414 Emmaus Bible College WELCOMEW elcome to Emmaus Bible College ! Emmaus is a place where Lives Are Changed, Character Is Shaped, and Purpose Is Found. Both inside and outside of the classroom, the College is committed to helping you achieve your full potential to the glory of trust you will get involved with all that our campus has to offer, both inside and outside the classroom.

8 This has affectionately become known as the Emmaus Experience. Defined, this consists of academic programs infused with biblical content; meaningful relationships between faculty, staff and students; and a campus environment conducive to spiritual and personal purpose of this handbook is to assist you in living and studying in our community. The handbook contains our community guidelines which will enable you and your classmates to make the most of the Emmaus Experience. Please take time to read and understand these guidelines, as you are accountable for abiding by them. If you have any questions, please ask; we are here to serve you.

9 It is our chief aim to guide each of you towards the goal of both GRADUATING with your desired program and to GROW in your walk with Christ while a student with us. Welcome again and enjoy your time here at Emmaus as you learn the things concerning Himself. Israel ChavezDean for Student DevelopmentOUR MISSIONOur mission as a biblical higher education community is to glorify God by educating and equipping learners to impact the world for Christ through faithful and effective service in their ministries, professions, and VERSE Then beginning with Moses and with all the prophets, He explained to them the things concerning Himself in all the Scriptures.

10 (Luke 24:27 NASB) THE Emmaus EXPERIENCEIn a context of academic excellence, the Emmaus Experience is characterized by: Educational programs infused with biblical content Meaningful relationships between faculty, staff, and students An environment conducive to spiritual and personal growthCORE VALUES Biblical authority. As God s inspired Word, the Bible speaks as the final authority on all issues of faith, life, and practice. Biblical truth is at the core of our programs and guides our institutional decision-making. Academic rigor. Responsible Christian discipleship involves bringing every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.