11-12 Student Handbook - Word of Life Bible Institute

iii. The Deans will make the decision as to what instruments may be used in the dorms. Amplifiers, drums,
keyboards, etc., are not permitted in the dorms without headphone use.
iv. Radios, televisions, clock radios, etc. are not permitted at the Bible Institute. They are to be sent home
immediately.
v. This music policy also applies to breaks while on the Bible Institute campus.
vi. Abuse of this privilege may result in discipline points or even the loss of privilege.
vii. All music played publicly at the Bible Institute must be screened and approved.
2. MOVIES
i. No movies of any kind (DVD, downloaded, streamed, burned, or otherwise) may be played in the dorm
rooms at any time, nor may they be kept in the dorm room. No movies, movie trailers, or television
shows (sitcoms, etc.) may be downloaded or watched from the Internet.
ii.
Movies may not be played on ANY Word of Life property, unless it is an official activity or at a staff
member’s house.
iii. According to the Standard of Conduct, there is to be no attendance at a movie theater.
iv. Video clips may be viewed in the dorms. Headphones must be used.
3. TELEVISION
There are to be no televisions in the dorm rooms at any time for any reason.
4. VIDEO GAMES
i. There are to be no video game consoles used in the dorm room (X-box, Playstation, etc.)
ii.
Computer installed video games cannot be played during prohibited times (Quiet Time, study hours, quiet in
dorms, after ‘Lights Out’, etc). In addition to this, any PC-based games must be played with headphones or
with the volume turned completely off. As with all entertainment, any video games that violate principles of
Scripture and godliness are prohibited. The Student Life Department reserves the right to make the
final decision on the acceptability of a video game.
5. WEBCAMS
Webcams are only permitted to be used with the permission of a Discipleship Coordinator.
D. Relationships
6. Marriages, Engagements, & Dating
i. Marriage plans made prior to attendance at the Bible Institute should be communicated to the Student Life
Department upon enrollment. Marriages are not allowed during the school year without prior permission
from the Executive Dean.
ii.
The Student Life Department must be consulted prior to any engagement between two current students
during the school year. Generally, Parental/guardian permission must be given prior to the engagement.
iii. Divorced or separated students are not allowed to date while enrolled at the Bible Institute.
7. Physical Contact
i. Physical contact between persons of the opposite sex is not permitted on or off campus.
ii.
Physical contact between members of the same sex must be within the bounds of biblically acceptable
behavior.
8. Sexual Conduct
Any sexual misconduct may be grounds for dismissal based on the Standard of Conduct.
9. Third-Party Standard
i. Generally, two students of the opposite sex must have a third party with them at all times.
ii. Couples in remote areas of the campus must have a third party.
iii. The following is a list that includes, but is not limited to, on-campus areas that are off-limits for two students
of the opposite sex:
a. All dormitories
b. Behind or beside all dorms
c. Dorm walkways and porches
d. The base of the stairways leading to the dorm above the Dining Room (South America)
e. The base of the stairway leading to the dorm above the Embers (North America)
f. Darkened or unlit areas of campus (e.g. Council Hall, beach, etc.)
g. Empty buildings or empty rooms including classrooms
h. Vehicles without a third party (This includes on campus.)
i. Ranch stables
j. England Classroom
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