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CHP 6100
Introduction to Chaplaincy
This course provides an overview of the nature and history of chaplaincy ministry, including the chaplaincy's identity, purpose, and
ethical and legal parameters. You will examine the biblical and theological foundations of a ministry of presence, which often comprises
the core of chaplaincy ministry. You also will study the various types of chaplaincy ministry and explore their commonalities, distinctives,
and expectations. (3)
CHP 6110
Chaplaincy and Religious Freedom
In this course you will take an in-depth look at the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States as it relates to Chaplaincy.
You will examine and understand in detail the application of the embedded concepts of the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise
Clause and their relationship to religious ministry in secular society and institutional chaplaincy. You will examine, with specificity, the
issues of separation of church and state, evangelism and proselytization within government institutions, and the freedom to pray in Jesus'
name, all within the context of institutional chaplaincy. (3)
CHP 6120
Chaplaincy and Religious Freedom
In this course you will take an in-depth look at the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States as it relates to Chaplaincy.
You will examine and understand in detail the application of the embedded concepts of the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise
Clause and their relationship to religious ministry in secular society and institutional chaplaincy. You will examine, with specificity, the
issues of separation of church and state, evangelism and proselytization within government institutions, and the freedom to pray in Jesus'
name, all within the context of institutional chaplaincy. (3)
CHP 6130
Military Chaplaincy: Faith, Institution, Diplomacy
In this course you will explore the role of the chaplain as an advisor to institutional leadership with regard to religion, spiritual concerns,
moral and ethical issues, and other world religions. You will develop, understand, and implement basic sensitive diplomatic skill sets that
allow you to function with competency as a religious leader in mediation, negotiation, peacekeeping, conflict resolution, and international
religious interpersonal relationships. (3)
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CHI 2110
Intensive Chinese 1
Intensive Chinese I is designed for students with little or no background in Chinese. The class meetings offer you an introduction to the
basic linguistic elements of Chinese: Phonetic symbols 'pinyin', tones, vocabulary, and sentence structures. You are given an opportunity
to practice vocabulary and grammatical knowledge through drills, translation exercises, and other communicative activities. You will also
learn to converse in spoken Chinese on a variety of topics applicable to everyday life and relationship-building. (3)
CHI 2111
Intensive Chinese 2
This course is designed for students who have completed CHI 2110 or have acquired the pronunciation of pinyin and some basic Chinese
vocabulary. This course has two objectives: To continue developing conversation skills for communication in Chinese in every-day
situations and relationship building (the relationship between language and culture and the appropriate use of Chinese in a sociolinguistic
context will be emphasized), and to introduce Chinese characters and build up basic skills in reading and writing in Chinese. (3)
Prerequisite: CHI 2110
CHI 2210
Proficiency in Chinese 1
The first conversation course of spoken Chinese, CHI 2210 focuses on helping you acquire the speaking and listening skills related to
everyday life situations. You will be introduced to a variety of everyday topics that non-native speakers of Chinese frequently encounter
in their communication and interaction with Chinese communities. Cultural backgrounds are explained when appropriate. You will also
begin to internalize the grammar learned in Intensive Chinese I through speaking and listening practice. (3)
Prerequisite: Concurrent or
previous enrollment in CHI 2110
CHI 3110
Intermediate Chinese 1
This course is the first part of the full Intermediate level of Chinese (second year), and offers students an introduction to intermediate
vocabulary and key grammatical aspects of Chinese. Chinese character recognition, fluency in silent reading, and oral communicative
proficiency are emphasized. (3)
Prerequisite: CHI 2111
CHI 3111
Intermediate Chinese 2
This course is the second part of the complete Intermediate level of Chinese. You will further your knowledge and proficiency using
intermediate-level vocabulary and sentence structure. Emphasis is on the development of sentence and discourse proficiency and Chinese
character recognition. (3)
Prerequisite: CHI 3110
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INISTRY
CHM 2110
Biblical Foundations for Church Ministry
In this introductory course you will begin to explore the realm of vocational ministry that wrestles with the following questions: What
perspectives does the Bible give to the issue of formulating a "life purpose statement?" Why is grounding our personal identity in biblical
truth a prerequisite for ministry effectiveness? What biblical truths comprise our so-called "position in Christ?" What basic priorities
should serve as a guiding mechanism for management of our time and schedule? Why did God establish the local church - and how should
His purposes affect programming and personnel? What are the characteristics of a healthy church? What principles should guide leaders'
approaches to ministry? (3)
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