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2012-2013 Graduate Programs Academic Catalog
Authority of the University
Although Columbia International University exists
for students, the board of trustees, by charter and
by-laws, is ultimately responsible for the educa-
tional programs and campus life. The president of
the university reports to the board of trustees and
is responsible for the organization and adminis-
tration of the school.
Scriptural Commands and Clear Teaching
The God revealed in the Bible desires to trans-
form, illumine and empower both faculty and stu-
dents. He is the source of all authority and has
power to transform His children into the image of
Jesus Christ; He is the one who changes our
lives in community.
Scripture teaches that certain attributes are avail-
able to individuals through the Holy Spirit. These
attributes include “love, joy, peace, patience,
kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness,
self-control; against such things there is no law”
(Galatians 5:22-23; NASB). This “fruit of the
Spirit” is to be sought, encouraged and demon-
strated in our relationships.
In contrast to encouraging these positive attrib-
utes of the heart, Scripture condemns attitudes
such as greed, jealousy, pride, lust and hatred.
Although these attitudes are sometimes difficult
to discern, they can hinder relationships with God
and others and lead to unacceptable behavior.
Certain behaviors are expressly prohibited in
Scripture and therefore are to be avoided by
members of the university community. These
include theft, gambling, lying, dishonesty, gossip,
slander, backbiting, profanity, vulgarity (including
crude language), sexual promiscuity (including
adultery, homosexual behavior, premarital sex
and pornography), drunkenness, immodest attire
and occult practice.
Scriptural Principles Contextually
Applied at CIU
Within the context of our educational mission and
cultural circumstances, certain responsibilities
represent our attempt to apply clear scriptural
principles at CIU.
These responsibilities, include, but are not limited
to:
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The responsibility to actively participate in the
university’s life of prayer and faith;
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To observe Sunday as a special day of rest,
worship and service to the Lord. This includes
involvement in a local church and refraining
from academic study and work, unless given
permission;
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To have a time of daily communion with the
Lord in prayer and meditation on the Word
with a focus on personal godliness, spiritual
growth, right relationships with others and
God’s direction for life;
•
To attend chapel services for worship, inspira-
tion, fellowship, spiritual growth and the dis-
semination of community information;
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To attend Prayer Days each semester for cor-
porate prayer;
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The responsibility to practice complete hon-
esty in connection with coursework, interper-
sonal relationships and daily activity in every
setting;
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To acknowledge the source of words, sen-
tences, ideas, conclusions, examples and/or
organization of an assignment that are bor-
rowed from a book, an article, another stu-
dent’s paper, tapes, etc.;
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To only use legally authorized duplication
and/or distribution sources for music and
movies;
•
The responsibility to uphold a level of behavior
consistent with the university’s model of train-
ing for Christian servanthood and leadership;
•
To take care of body, mind and soul through
proper nutrition, adequate sleep, regular exer-
cise and abstention from harmful practices
such as the use of tobacco and illegal drugs;
•
To maintain biblical principles of truth, honor
and purity with regard to visual and listening
choices such as movies, music, Internet, com-
puter games and blogging;
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
An Outline of Expectations: