Department Goals

Department of General Education

Students completing the General Education core will exhibit:

[Biblical Worldview] to make decisions and judgements through the lens of God’s word.
[Communication: writing, speaking] enabling effective exchange of thoughts and expressing ideas through the use of correct writing and engaging speech.
[Soft Sciences: psychology, sociology, anthropology] To study human beliefs and their evolution over time, by examining them through the lens of individuals and communities throughout the ages.
[Hard Sciences: math, science] To use critical thinking and problem-solving technics to address simple and complex mathematical and scientific problems.
[Humanities: literature, history, philosophy] to make decisions incorporating what has been learned and will be learned (lifelong learning) through the fields of the humanities: literature, history, philosophy, and the arts.

Students completing the Biblical Studies core will exhibit:

Interpret and articulate the major tenets of Bible doctrines and demonstrate the ability to distinguish truth from error.
Employ proper methods of interpretation in biblical study and teaching.
Illustrate skill in assessing and utilizing classic and current resources applicable to one’s field of study.
Represent the Gospel of Jesus Christ in lifestyle, writing, and public address and ministry.