Student Orientation Guide - Northeastern Seminary

Student Orientation GuideCohort 31Spring 2013Prepared by the Office of AdmissionsNortheastern SeminaryFall 2012

Welcome to Northeastern Seminary’s masters programs!We are excited that you have chosen to invest in your ministry and enrich your spiritualjourney with us. This guide was designed to answer questions you may have about startingthe program, including the resources available to you.Table of ContentsPlease note that you can follow hyperlinks in this document and fromthis table of contents by holding CTRL and clicking the available link.Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................................................................................... 1NES Staff Directory ........................................................................................................................................ 3NES Faculty Directory .................................................................................................................................... 4Roberts Wesleyan Campus Resources .......................................................................................................... 5Student Services ............................................................................................................................................ 6Advisement Procedure ................................................................................................................................. 7Faith Sharing Group Attendance Policy ........................................................................................................ 8Introduction to Faith Sharing Groups ........................................................................................................... 9The Learning Center .................................................................................................................................... 11Emergency Loan Fund ................................................................................................................................. 12Emergency Notification and Housing ......................................................................................................... 13Restaurant Guide ...................................................................................................................................... 134Time Management Schedule ...................................................................................................................... 15Tips for Avoiding Plagiarism ........................................................................................................................ 16NES Writing Guidelines: Basic Formatting .................................................................................................. 17Student Reference Forms and Checklists ................................................................................................... 19Course Checklists………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20Student Update Form ................................................................................................................................. 24Application for Accelerated Degree Option ................................................................................................ 25Application to Change Degree .................................................................................................................... 26Application for Credit for Non-Classroom Course ...................................................................................... 27Change of Status – Withdrawal Form ......................................................................................................... 28Change of Status – Return to Active Status Form ....................................................................................... 29For answers to any further questions not available in thisguide, call us at 585.594.6802 or visit www.nes.edu

Frequently Asked QuestionsAcademic SupportWho is my advisor?Advisors will be assigned at Orientation. If you have any questions about your courses before thatpoint, please contact Coordinator of Academic Planning, Marilyn Erickson at 585.594.6497.Where do I obtain phone numbers if I need to contact someone (i.e. professors, financial aid, studentrecords, bookstore, etc.)?For the name and address of an NES faculty or staff member, refer to the NES Directory and CampusResources sections that start on Page 3 of this guide.Do I have all the books I need for my first year?You should have already received one box of books for your first Core class (BHT 511); several of thesame books are used later in other core and elective courses. Books for subsequent courses are theresponsibility of the student. These will normally be available for purchase at the bookstore but maybe purchased from any source the student chooses.Is there help available for writing my papers?All Core students are required to take CMC 500 Practicum in Theological Writing offeredconcurrently with BHT 511. CMC 501 Practicum in Theological Writing II is also offered after yourfirst semester. Additionally, the Learning Center offers assistance to any students who wish toimprove their writing skills. Personal consultations, as well as open writing labs, are available to allNES students. Information on alternative forms of writing support can be found later in this guide.The Learning Center can also assist students with learning disabilities or academic difficulties. Formore information or to set up an appointment, call 585.594.6270.Who do I contact in reference to my class registration and grades?You can access R-Serve (which gives you registration and grading information) through the NESeBoard. Directions to R-Serve are listed in your IT manual provided online. Contact AcademicSupport at 585.594.6623 with any questions.Financial Aid & Student AccountsWho is the best person to call in reference to my student financial account?For all billing questions, please call Paul Renter in the office of student accounts, 585.594.6461.What are my financial aid options (grants/loans)?There are several loan and grant options often available to students. You must complete your FAFSAapplication online (www.fafsa.ed.gov) before any aid can be disbursed. NES also offers an interestfreemonthly tuition payment option with Tuition Management Systems (www.afford.com/nes).Other scholarship applications will be made available at the end of your first year of study.How is the scholarship money applied to my student account?The scholarship money you receive will be prorated over the two semesters of the academic year.For students planning to take an elective course in the summer term (May/June) consult Steve Fieldin financial aid to ensure aid is disbursed appropriately.*Syracuse students: see here for further information.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 1

Frequently Asked QuestionsParkingWhere can I park on campus?You may use the Roberts Hall Lot (off Orchard Street) or Smith Science Center Lot (off Buffalo Road).Once you have completed and returned the pink parking permit card, you will be issued a parkingpass. Please refer to the parking instructions on the Campus Security section of the RWC website.Buffalo site students may park for free, without a permit at 6500 Sheridan Drive.How often do I need to reapply for parking?Your parking permit is valid for one academic year (August- July). You will need to get a new parkingpermit from Campus Security (585.594.6170) each August.Student LifeWhere are the NES announcements and events posted?The seminary uses two primary modes of contact to students—the eBoard and NEwSPOINT, a biweeklyelectronic newsletter sent to your student email account. Additionally, you will typically findannouncements, events, and job openings posted on the white boards in classrooms 213 and 313.Information will also be placed in your student mail folder, located in the 1st floor filing cabinet(near the elevator). Check your folder often! Student assignment binders are returned to thebookshelves next to the 1 st floor elevator after courses are completed.Where do I go to make copies?The RWC library and Smith Science Center both have copiers available for student use.When is the All-Seminary Retreat and what is it about?The All-Seminary Retreat is a one-day event that includes currentstudents, alumni, faculty and staff. Once a year, the seminary gathers for atime of spiritual nurturing and renewal. All seminary students are requiredto attend and do so at no cost to them. Spouses are invited for a nominalcost. The 2012-13 All-Seminary Retreat is September 7-8, 2011.How do students communicate with seminary leaders?Student feedback is always appreciated. Several opportunities to meetwith seminary staff occur throughout the year including receptions andtown meetings. You may also email staff directly with questions orconcerns. See directory for addresses.Technical SupportWho helps me with IT problems with the NES eBoard, password logins, and the website?Use the IT manual for most of your questions and to get started with the process. If that still doesnot help, call the RWC/NES IT department at 585.594.6898.How do I gain access to the computer lab at NES if it is locked?You will be issued an NES student ID card that has the ability to open the computer lab door byswiping the card reader to the left of the entrance.…any more questions? Call 585.594.6802 - or - email seminary@nes.eduNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 2

NES Staff DirectoryAdministration/StaffMain Office: 585.594.6800Anderson, JPDirector of AdmissionsAnderson_JP@nes.edu or 585.594.6832Beckler, SarahCommunication & Events Administrative AssistantChampignon_Sarah@nes.edu or 585.594.6420Bennett, LisaDirector of Communication & EnrollmentBennett_Lisa@nes.edu or 585.594.6804Cullum, DougAcademic Vice President and DeanCullumD@nes.edu or 585.594.6331Daningburg, ToddDirector of DevelopmentDaningburg_Todd@nes.edu or 585.594.6644Erickson, MarilynCoordinator of Academic PlanningEricksonM@nes.edu or 585.594.6497Gringer, SusanAssistant to the Vice President and DeanGringer_Susan@nes.edu or 585.594.6807Kettinger, KirkDirector of Alumni RelationsKettinger_Kirk@roberts.edu or 585.594.6415Pietruch, JillianAdmissions Administrative AssistantChilson_Jillian@nes.edu or 585.594.6802Sharp, FaithAcademic Administrative AssistantSharp_Faith@nes.edu or 585.594.6623Academic Support Office ................................... 585.594.6623Help with registration forms, schedules, and graduation requirementsContact: Faith Sharp** Please note: Students can access course syllabi, registration forms and schedules, personalonline hard drive, grades, unofficial transcripts, and calendars by accessing the NES eBoard athttp://eboard.nes.edu. Students are urged to visit this site to retrieve this information usingtheir RWC Intranet username and password. Contact IT at 585.594.6898 for login assistance.Admissions Office .................................................. 585.594.6802 Contact: Jillian PietruchNew student questions, entry requirements, proof of enrollment verification, changes to studentaddresses or contact informationAlumni Affairs ......................................................... 585.594.6415Contact: Kirk KettingerEvents at the Seminary ...................................... 585.594.6420 Contact: Sarah BecklerDetails and registration for Commencement, All-Seminary Retreat, Conference on Ministry events,McCown Symposium, and Barnes SymposiumMarketing and Promotion .................................. 585.594.6804Student Retention ................................................ 585.594.6804Contact: Lisa BennettContact: Lisa BennettNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 3

NES Faculty DirectoryFacultyBasinger, Dr. David; Professor of Philosophy and Ethics585.594.6570 or BasingerD@roberts.eduCaton, Dr. Scott; Professor of History and Culture585.594.6336 or CatonS@roberts.eduConnell, Dr. Jack; Professor of Pastoral Ministry585.594.6807 or Connell_Jack@nes.eduCullum, Dr. Douglas; Professor of Historical & Pastoral Theology585.594.6331 or CullumD@nes.eduDwyer, Dr. Timothy; Professor of Bible and Ministry585.594.6498 or Dwyer_Timothy@roberts.eduGerhardt, Dr. Elizabeth; Professor of Theology & Social Ethics585.594.6607 or Gerhardt_Elizabeth@nes.eduGrimm, Dr. Nelson; Director of Field Education & Associate Professor of Applied Theology585.594.6068 or GrimmN@nes.eduHamilton, Dr. Barry; Theological Librarian & Professor of Historical & Contemporary Theology585.594.6893 or Hamilton_Barry@roberts.eduLetterman, Dr. Rebecca; Associate Professor of Spiritual Formation585.594.6572 or Letterman_Rebecca@nes.eduLivermore, Dr. Paul; Professor of Biblical & Systematic Theology585.594.6582 or LivermoreP@nes.eduMiddleton, Dr. J. Richard; Professor of Biblical Worldview and Exegesis585.594.6971 or Middleton_Richard@roberts.eduNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 4

Roberts Wesleyan Campus ResourcesRWC Switchboard 585.594.6000Standard office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.Bookstore ...................................................... 585.594.6140Voller Athletic Center, Upper Level - Hours as postedContact: Nicole TedescoCampus Safety ............................................. 585.594.6170Voller Athletic Center, Upper LevelContact: Tracy Davis• On-call for emergencies 24 hours a day• ID cards, parking hang tags, and ticketing• Buffalo students should call 911 with any emergencies that arise on site.Career Services ........................................... 585.594.6540Rinker Community Service Center (Student Services suite)Contact: Mary FlahertyCashier .................................... 585.594.6433Rinker Community Service Center, Lower LevelContact: Julie TriassiFinancial Aid & Student Accounts ....... 585.594.6150Rinker Community Service Center, Lower Level• Financial aid counseling• Loan, scholarships and grantsHealth Services ........................................... 585.594.6360Voller Athletic Center, Upper LevelFinancial Aid Contact: Steve FieldAccounts Contact: Paul RenterContact: Blandine BurksInformation Technology Services ....... 585.594.6898Smith Science Center Room 119• eBoard and campus network administration• Computer labs & classroomsLearning Center .......................................... 585.594.6270B. Thomas Golisano Library, Lower Level• Individual learning skills enhancement and tutoring• Reading and writing assistanceContact: Jennelle TorreyContact: Lee Ann DunnRegistration Office .................................... 585.594.6220Rinker Community Service Center, Lower Level (Student Services suite)• Graduation requirements• Transcript requestsContact: Carol BalcerakNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 5

Student ServicesParking (585.594.6170)You may use the Roberts Hall Lot (off Orchard Street) or Smith Science Center Lot (off Buffalo Road).Vehicle permit registration for all faculty, staff and students will be done online. To register onlinevisit the following link: http://www.roberts.edu/home/student-life/student-life/campussafety/vehicle-parking-and-permits.aspx.Permits for non-traditional undergraduate and graduatestudents will be sent to their department administrator to be handed out to the students.Buffalo students may park for free, without a permit at 6500 Sheridan Drive.Bookstore Hours (585.594.6140)Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Career Services (585.594.6540)Job listings, resume writing assistance, career fairs and advisement, and alumni networking eventsCultural Life Center Series (585.594.6230)Student discounts available for cultural events on campusHealth Care and Immunization Forms (585.594.6360)ALL students (regardless of age) must complete the meningococcal declination form. All nontraditionaland graduate students who are considered full-time students are eligible to enroll in ahealth insurance plan offered through E. J. Smith and Associates. Brochures with more informationare available by calling the Health Center or accessing www.ejsmith.com.As for the immunization forms you were provided in your acceptance packet (call the health officefor new copies), we ask that you note that course registration is contingent upon completion of theseforms. All students born after 1-1-57 must show verification of measles, mumps, and rubellavaccinations to satisfy New York state requirements.IT Services (585.594.6898)Software training, campus Internet program help and training (eBoard, R-Serve, Course ManagementSystems), setting up accounts, printer and Internet connectivity support, and moreLibrary Hours and Services (585.594.6280)Mon-Thurs 8:00 a.m. - midnightSaturday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.Sunday 2:00 p.m. - midnight• Theological librarian for research and assistance, Dr. Barry Hamilton, is available by contacting585.594.6893 or Hamilton_Barry@roberts.edu• A 24-hour computer lab is available to all students with an ID card• A private graduate student research room has been designed for NES students. Click here to readthe policy regarding room use.• An interlibrary loan program is available to receive material from additional libraries• A Regional Library Access Card allows NES students to loan materials from other area colleges• Café service hours as postedVoller Athletic Center (585.594.6290)Free membership for graduate students, $15 per semester for a family membershipWeather/Seminary Closing Information (585.594.6999)Press #5 for an NES recorded message regarding the emergency situationNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 6

Advisement ProcedureThe advisement process is designed to resource students throughout the seminary experience. Someadvisement services are built into the program due to their universal application for all students—initialregistration, testing, interpretive sessions—however, most advising is at the initiative of the student.Advising needs differ among individuals and so it is necessarily the responsibility of students to contacttheir faculty advisors to arrange meetings concerning program planning.Faculty advisors assist students in developing a program of study, including their electives or selfselectedstudies. Registration packets are posted on the NES eBoard 45 days in advance of each newterm. Hard copies are also available from Academic Services, your advisor, or on the student fileslocated on the first floor of the Rochester campus. In addition to academic planning, the advisorprovides support to students concerning other issues such as personal problems, difficulties with otherfaculty members, grievance issues, etc. The faculty advisor can also assist a student to develop ideas forhis or her research project (M.A.).Components of AdvisingAdmission ProcessOrientationDuring the CorePost-CorePre-GraduationPre-admission counseling—degree options, program requirements,information meeting, initial registration, evaluation of transfer credit Addresses logistics and process for matriculating—financial aid, ITaccess, ID cards, campus offices and personnel, time management Faculty advisor assigned to students Program audit sheet distributed to students Students wishing to pursue accelerated study must meet with advisorfor approval and program planning prior to registering for electivecourses taken concurrently with second Core course—bring programaudit sheet Assessment inventories and interviews conducted and managed aspart of coursework Preliminary Field Education contact and planning Field Education placement Ministry Profile presentation Students meet with faculty advisors to work on a degree plan and toregister for post-Core coursesIndividual meetings with faculty advisor for program planning prior toregistering for post-Core courses may be scheduledRegistration Deadlines:May 15 Summer and Fall semestersNovember 15 Spring and Summer semesters Graduation audits are prepared by academic services in fall semester Students complete Application for DegreePoint of ContactAdmissions OfficeAdmissions OfficeFaculty AdvisorAcademic ServicesDirector of Field EdDirector of Field EdDirector of Field EdFaculty AdvisorsFaculty AdvisorsAcademic ServicesNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 7

Faith Sharing Group Attendance PolicyFaith Sharing Groups are an integral part of the Personal and Spiritual Formation Program requirements atNortheastern Seminary. Northeastern takes seriously its mission to prepare men and women for Christianservice, spiritually as well as academically. Attendance at all Faith Sharing Group sessions (six in each Corecourse), including the opening Spiritual Retreat experience, is essential to a student’s successfulcompletion of the Core curriculum. Students cannot miss a Faith Sharing Group session and pass BHT/PSF511-514NE. Tardiness will count against the attendance requirement.The Faith Sharing portion of PSF 511NE begins with a Cohort Spiritual Retreat on the Saturdayfollowing the first week of class. The retreat begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m. Failure toattend the Spiritual Retreat will result in delaying a student’s beginning the Core. Faith Sharing Groupsmeet at regular intervals for the duration of the Core. A schedule of these as well as each Core class isprovided in your cohort calendar.If, through an unavoidable circumstance, a student must miss or will be late to his or her Faith SharingGroup, it is the student’s responsibility to call his or her Faith Sharing Group Facilitator and the Personaland Spiritual Formation Program office (585.594.6623) prior to the absence or as soon thereafter aspossible. At that time arrangements will be made for the student to attend the generic group makeupsession scheduled at the end of the current term. Written policies are in the NES student catalog regardingthe consequence of failing to fulfill this or any other academic requirement at NES.Please plan your weekly schedule to ensure your ability to attend all classes as well as PSF Faith SharingGroup sessions during your NES program. Our graduates continue to rate their Faith Sharing Groupexperience as one of the most rewarding and spiritually strengthening aspects of the NES experience.PSF 511-514NE – Introduction to Personal and Spiritual Formation2 creditsInterwoven throughout the period of the NES Core curriculum, PSF 511-514 is designed to provide atheological, historical, and practical introduction to the resources and disciplines of formative Christianspirituality. In addition to exposure to classical materials through integrated readings in the Corecurriculum, students will participate outside of class in a Faith Sharing Group, chapel programs,seminary retreats, and an individual formative assessment process.The PSF 511-514NE curriculum integrated across the Core curriculum looks like this:EnteringSeminarians'RetreatCome, Taste, andSee: Rhythms ofGrace for a Life ofMinistryBHT 511NE• Integrated Readings• Seminary Worship• Spiritual Disciplines• Intentional GrowthReflectionFormative AssessmentProcess Testing:MMPI, MIPS,ATS Profiles of MinistryPersonal InterpretiveSession(Student and Interpreter)BHT 512-514NE• Integrated Readings• Seminary Worship• Spiritual Disciplines• Intentional GrowthReflectionNote: Faith Sharing Groups and ministry involvement spans over the entire CoreNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 8

Introduction to Faith Sharing GroupsWhat is Faith Sharing?Faith Sharing is a process in which people share how they understand God to be active in theirlives, as well as how they respond to God in ordinary experience. Faith Sharing Groups aredesigned to create a sacred space through shared reflection on the action of God in the lifeexperience of group members.What is the purpose of Faith Sharing at NES?In the context of NES, Faith Sharing Groups have a twofold purpose:• Faith Sharing Groups seek to provide a formative arena for each seminarian to experienceand reflect on the activity of God in one's life during the years of the seminary journey.• Faith Sharing Groups hope to kindle an appreciation for a lifelong ministry of listening andspiritual direction as one of the definitive features of the pastoral calling.How does Faith Sharing relate to the NES curriculum?Faith Sharing is one facet of PSF 511-514, Introduction to Personal and Spiritual Formation, acourse that is interwoven throughout the period of the NES Core curriculum. PSF 511-514 isdesigned to provide a theological, historical, and practical introduction to the resources anddisciplines of formative Christianity. In addition to being part of a Faith Sharing Group,seminarians participate in chapel programs, seminary retreats, and an individual formativeassessment process, and enjoy rich exposure to classical materials on the spiritual life that areintegrated into regular class assignments. All chapels will take place at the student’s usualclass-site.When do Faith Sharing Groups meet?Faith Sharing Groups meet six times each term for an hour and a half during the duration of theNES Core curriculum (BHT 511-514). Groups meet from 8:30 – 10 p.m. on the night of class.Who leads NES Faith Sharing Groups?A trained Faith Sharing facilitator directs each Faith Sharing Group at NES. The facilitator’s roleis to guide the process, rather than control group members. The facilitator listens to themystery of another’s life, seeks to recognize how God is present and to “stay with” the personwho is sharing. When another is sharing, other group members offer the hospitality ofattentive listening.What can I expect from a Faith Sharing Group?Though there are many benefits of the discipline of Faith Sharing, here are a few items youshould look forward to:• An opportunity to notice your inner life, with a focus on your relationship with God• A growing understanding of what God is doing in your ordinary daily life• A regular opportunity to give and receive the hospitality of listening• A confidential, caring environment for experiencing personal and spiritual growthNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 9

Introduction to Faith Sharing GroupsWhat should I not expect?Because the focus of Faith Sharing is inward rather than outward, Faith Sharing Groups aredistinctly different from other valuable kinds of small groups. For example, Faith Sharing is not:• A Bible study group• A support group• Group therapy, counseling, or problem-solving• Discussion, conversation, or responding to others during the Faith Sharing disciplineWhat are some of the theological and practical assumptions that undergirdFaith Sharing?Here are a few of the affirmations upon which Faith Sharing is based:• God is always active• God desires to be in intimate relationship with human beings• The basis for Christian life and ministry is the lived experience of a personal relationshipwith Jesus Christ• There are spiritual practices that help us notice and respond to God’s overtures forrelationship with us• Healthy spiritual formation does not automatically occur in the context of a seminaryeducation• Healthy spiritual formation best occurs in the context of Christian communityNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 10

The Learning CenterAccommodations for Students with DisabilitiesNortheastern Seminary faculty feels a strong moral and ethical responsibility to help all students reachtheir educational goals; therefore, the Learning Center provides a variety of services for all students.These services include study skills workshops, personal assistance, peer tutoring, study groups, andaccess to resource materials. Any student who desires assistance is eligible for support designed to meethis/her specific academic needs.In addition, academic accommodations are available to eligible students with documented disabilities.RWC/NES faculty takes seriously the legal obligation to assure that equal educational opportunities areprovided to persons with disabilities. Therefore, the faculty of NES encourages all students, includingthose with documented disabilities, to use academic support services and accommodations that areappropriate to their specific needs. The purpose of these accommodations is to ensure all students anequal opportunity to learn and succeed.If you have a disability that has been professionally documented and believe you may need someacademic support services, please take the following steps:1. Contact the Learning Center (585.594.6270) to arrange an appointment to meet with theCoordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities in order to determine what accommodationsare appropriate for you in your current situation. It is your responsibility to request theseaccommodations in a timely manner.2. Send a copy of your latest and most complete documentation, including evaluations, to theLearning Center. Current, professional documentation of your disability is essential fordetermining what assistance you may be eligible to receive.3. Make sure the classes you have scheduled for the semester are realistic and reasonable for you bydiscussing them with your advisor and the Learning Center faculty.We are looking forward to working with you. We encourage you to seek assistance as needed, workhard, and expect to succeed. Other students have been successful and you can be too.Services Available for Students with DisabilitiesIf you are in need of academic accommodations for a course, please notify the instructor and theLearning Center upon admission to the program. Later notification may delay requestedaccommodations. All accommodations must be approved by the Coordinator of Services for Studentswith Disabilities (585.594.6270). Northeastern Seminary strives to provide services and accommodationsto students with disabilities in order to promote academic growth and enhance their learningenvironment on campus. Reasonable accommodations are available for students who have adocumented disability. Disability support is determined based on individual need.*Syracuse students: see here for further information.Alternative Forms of Writing SupportThe Learning Center also provides support for students who live outside the Rochester area or areotherwise unable to schedule a traditional tutoring session. Students may e-mail their papers toTLC@Roberts.edu and receive feedback within 24 – 48 hours or set up a phone-session to reviewpapers. Students should note that tutors will not edit papers, only provide writing tips and suggestions.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 11

Emergency Loan FundNortheastern Seminary believes in creating a caring community that fosters love and support for ourstudents; the ministry of being there! Therefore, we have established an Emergency Loan Fund forunexpected situations.The Emergency Loan Fund Policy and Procedure is outlined below. For more information or anapplication please contact the assistant to the academic vice president and dean at 585.594.6807.Policy and Procedure for Emergency Student Loan FundPurpose:The purpose of this loan fund is to assist Northeastern Seminary Students experiencing short-termpersonal financial crisis.How short-term personal financial crisis defined:A “short-term financial crisis” is defined but not limited to monies needed for emergency car repairs, gasor electric bills, groceries, a medical emergency, travel to see a sick or dying parent, spouse or child.Procedure:1. Contact the assistant to the academic vice president and dean to request a Loan Request Form2. Loan Request Form will be reviewed and approved by the assistant to the academic vicepresident and dean3. Student submits a plan of action for repayment4. Student will be given a reminder that the Emergency Student Loan Fund is a loan and must berepaid within 90 days. If an extension is needed then the student must complete anextension form.5. Loans not paid by the end of the current term or quarter will be added to the student bill6. No interest will be charged for loans paid on timeDisbursement of Funds:1. Once a loan is approved, a check will be sent within 3 days2. The loan amount is determined on a case by case basisNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 12

Emergency Notification and HousingIf it becomes necessary to cancel classes due to weather or emergency, students will be notified here: NES eBoard Onlinehttp://eboard.nes.edu/http://www.rochesterhomepage.net/content/closings Radio Rochester, NY 1180 AM—WHAM100.5 FM—WDVI T.V. Rochester, NY Channel 10—WHEC [NBC]Channel 8—WROC [CBS]Channel 13—WHAM [ABC] TelephoneCall 585.594.6999. Press 5 for NES recorded message regarding the emergencysituation. RWC may not be closed, and NES may be, so be sure to listen to ourmessage—by pressing 5. EmailWhen conditions allow, students will be sent an email message.Students traveling a distance will need to exercise wise judgment concerning weather conditionsbetween their home and the campus. When in doubt, students should call their local TV weatherdepartment, NY State Thruway Authority [1-800-847-8929], County Highway Department, or their courseprofessor.When weather conditions arise during class time that make it unwise for students to travel home afterclass, arrangements will be made to house overnight those students who have a distance to travel.Faculty members will have the names of individuals to call in such an emergency.Please keep this list accessible throughout the winter months for the names of people to contactregarding housing, should the driving conditions restrict you from driving home after class.Host Phone Housing DetailsDistance fromCampusDr. Brian Babcock 293-3291 Sleeper sofa plus 2 spare bedrooms 5 miles westRev. Nelson Grimm 548-2877 2 bedrooms 17 miles westDebbie McClarin 594-0732 1 bedroom for female student 1.7 milesJudy and Phil Ogden 594-8722 2 bedrooms with queen beds .5 mileTed & Bev Roy 293-07111 bedroom (queen) and a single hide-a-bed inanother roomCall the people above to request housing and directions..5 mileNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 13

Restaurant GuideThese North Chili restaurants are within walking distance:China King4390 Buffalo Road585-594-3333$Jitters Café4357 Buffalo Road585-594-3922$Mark’s Pizzeria4390 Buffalo Road585-594-2100$North Chili Family Restaurant4405 Buffalo Road585-594-8877$-$$Pizza Shack #23027 Buffalo Road585-247-7550$Tim Hortons4380 Buffalo Road585-594-5065$The following are all located within 5 miles of campus:Agatina’s Restaurant(Italian-American)2967 Buffalo RoadRochester, NY 14624585.426.0510$$Bill Gray’s (American cuisine)2987 Buffalo RoadRochester, NY 14624585.247.3940$Calabria’s (Italian)250 Pixley RoadRochester, NY 14624585.247.7770$-$$Jim & Ralph’s(American cuisine)904 Elmgrove RoadRochester, NY 14624585.247.7220$McDonald’s3303 Chili AvenueRochester, NY 14624585.889.3150$Palmero’s Sub Station910 Elmgrove RoadRochester, NY 14624588.426.8400$Phil’s Pizza116 Chili AvenueRochester, NY 14624585-889-3460$Pixley’s (Greek & Mexican)2235 Buffalo RoadRochester, NY 14624585.247.1690$$Rohrbach’s Brewing Company3859 Buffalo RoadRochester, NY 14624585.594.9800$$Subway3240 Chili AvenueRochester, NY 14624585-889-8130$Wendy’s3200 Chili AvenueRochester, NY 14624585-889-5064$Yianni’s Steak & Seafood120 Pixley RoadRochester, NY 14624585.426.1900$Average meal price: $ = under $10 $$ = $10-$20 $$$ = $20-$30Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 14

Time Management ScheduleThis is just a picture of how you might wish to schedule your week in order to complete assignments.Adjust your schedule and manage your time for maximum personal achievement. Get your money’sworth! Immerse yourself in the material.For example, a typical week might look this way:TuesdayAssignment received at classWednesdayReview total assignment for the weekSession content reading and note-takingDaily entries in Spiritual Life JournalThursdaySession content reading and note-takingDaily entries in Spiritual Life JournalFridaySession content reading and note takingDaily entries in Spiritual Life JournalSaturdayComplete all session content reading andnote-takingDaily entries in Spiritual Life JournalSundayTake a Sabbath!MondayWritten assignment: Write, proof, rewriteDaily entries in Spiritual Life JournalTime Management Tips:Proactively identify and eliminate any excess timethat I was not using productively—Remove “nonessential”activitiesFocus on the material and not the grade for theclass—being compulsive about getting an A uses toomuch energyMeet with learning center staff- they help findsolutions to problems and help manage workloadUse a “Planner Pad” as a time management toolAsking for help from others is key—including thegraduate assistantsAdjust agendas and reorganized schedule to adiscipline that was comfortableSet up daily reading and writing schedules to map outeach week and look ahead to check on upcomingassignmentsPull together lecture notes the day after class andprepare an outline for next week at the same timeI coped by taking a day off from homework andreading and everything that is not pressingPace reading with breaks between sectionsEstablish a “paper writing day”Schedule time off from workGet up early to read and writeStaying focused on the main topics and not gettingdistracted helped curb that sense of beingoverwhelmedLearn how to read to understand the main points theauthor is making rather than focusing on each wordIntentionally set aside time for familyPlan leisure timeAllot time for exercise to avoid burnoutSimplify, simplify, simplify and learn to say NOView the work load as a form of worshipListen and realize that the Lord is workingNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 15

Tips for Avoiding PlagiarismBarry W. Hamilton, Ph.D. Northeastern Seminary Theological LibrarianAlways provide a bibliographic citation for information you have gleaned from resources other than yourself.You don’t have to provide footnotes for your own brilliant ideas. But you must provide a citation forinformation that comes from other people. Books, articles, essays, videotapes, interviews, sermons – all mustbe cited in proper form. Even if you completely restate the information, you must provide the source ofinformation. Otherwise, if you don’t cite your sources, you are implicitly claiming credit for the informationcontained in statements that have no citation.If you don’t provide an exact quotation from another source, restate the ideas contained in the quote – in yourown words. Do not use the exact words of the source, or merely re-arrange the grammar – completely restatethe ideas. You must still provide a citation for the source where you got the ideas. This is a matter ofintellectual honesty.When citing a book, article, or essay, in print or electronic form, make certain that the first footnote is a fullbibliographic citation. The citation should provide enough information to allow readers to find the originalsource of the cited information. The best place to get the information for books is the title page and the versoof the title page – on the left side of the page immediately following the title page. Double- or even triplecheckthe cited information for accuracy. Inaccurate bibliographic information seriously damages the internalvalidity of your paper.When someone provides a resource for you – especially a rare book or hard-to-locate article – or even apersonal copy or a photocopy of an article (especially one that can’t be located easily), you can acknowledgehis/her help in a footnote. This goes for oral tidbits that can’t be found in published form. For example, anacquaintance in Zarephath, New Jersey, sent me a photocopy of William B. Godbey’s obituary from an October1920 issue of God’s Revivalist and Bible Advocate. I made it a point to mention his name when I provided thefirst full citation of the article in my book on Godbey.You need to properly cite interviews with people– at least their name and the date of the interview, and theperson who conducted the interview. For example: Mrs. Francis R. Guy, interview by the author, 3 June 1978.Some folks have written theses with footnotes that cited “anonymous”. When you cite sources who wish toremain anonymous, devise a system to protect their privacy: Code your interviewees with letters, numbers orletter-number combinations. Avoid assigning ‘fake names’–you might inadvertently assign ‘real’ names!Do not cite information from a source that is in fact a citation of another source, without acknowledging thesource where you found it. Do not steal quotations and footnotes from other writers–acknowledge the workthat others have done in gathering information. It’s important to tell your readers where you picked up theinformation. Acknowledge not only the original source, but also the resource where you found the informationand its citation.When you cite primary texts, e.g. Athanasius’ On the Incarnation, make proper citation for your source–CD-ROM, online, full-text database, edited collection of primary texts, or internet website. It is especiallyimportant to spell out exactly which edition you are citing– pagination and wording can vary widely amongtexts, even the same work. There have been numerous editions of Augustine’s City of God, so be certain thatyou tell your readers which edition you have cited. This is critically important– to neglect this detail can hurtyour credibility as a scholar/researcher.Remember– plagiarism is theft of intellectual property– a failure to provide proper credit for someone else’sideas. Plagiarism is a form of dishonesty, and is consequently incompatible with a profession of faith in JesusChrist. Plagiarism is universally scorned by scholars of every theological stripe–liberals, moderates,conservatives, Baptists, Mormons, Buddhists, agnostics–one thread that connects all reputable scholars is theircommon disdain for plagiarism. Aim for nothing less than the highest standard of integrity when you write yourpapers– cite your sources and cite them accurately.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 16

NES Writing Guidelines: Basic FormattingFormatting1. Set margins 1” at the top and bottom, and 1.25” the right and left of your pages2. Use Times New Roman, 12-point, double-spaced font throughout your text3. Do not use a cover page on papers (and do not put papers in report covers). Staple papers in the topleft corner.4. Instead of a cover page, label the first top page, left corner with:GUIDELINEYour NameCourse number, assignment titleDate submittedWord CountEXAMPLEJoan DoeBHT 511, The Early ChurchSeptember 15, 2012Word Count: 1,5275. Insert page numbers at the bottom center of each page, including the first page6. Use subheadings to delineate sections of the paper to clarify parts of the assignment you areanswering. Set subheadings in bold on the left margin: do not italicize, underline, or change the fontsize of them.7. Foreign terms (terms not listed in a common English dictionary) should be italicized the first timeyou use them in your paper, and thereafter should not be italicized8. Use of ellipsis dots:a. Leave a single space before and after three ellipsis dotsEXAMPLE: “For God so loved ... that he gave his only begotten son” (John 3:16a)b. Do not use ellipsis dots at the beginning or ending of quotationsEXAMPLE: Not: The Scriptural phrase “... God so loved ...” has become an extremely influentialformative dynamic in the American church.Instead: The Scriptural phrase “God so loved” has become an extremely influential formativedynamic in the American church.9. Direct quotations:a. Avoid overusing them (paraphrase & cite instead)b. Block quotations – use (rarely) for long quotes (5+ lines); single-spaced, no quotation marksaround themNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 17

NES Writing Guidelines: Basic Formatting10. Citations:a. Superscript footnote reference numbers in the text of your paperb. Footnotes should appear at the bottom of the page, indented ½ inchc. Follow NES Quick Reference and Turabian (7th edition) Chicago Style preciselyEXAMPLE (see bottom of page for footnote):Walter Brueggemann identifies “two decisive moves of faith” in the Psalms: the movement of“relinquishment” and the movement of “surprise.” 1Biblical ReferencesAccording to the Chicago Manual of Style, the following abbreviations should be used for “exactreferences to scriptural passages.”Old TestamentGenesis Gen. 2 Chronicles 2 Chron. Daniel Dan.Exodus Exod. Ezra Ezra Hosea Hos.Leviticus Lev. Nehemiah Neh. Joel JoelNumbers Num. Esther Esther Amos AmosDeuteronomy Deut. Job Job Obadiah Obad.Joshua Josh. Psalms Ps. (pl. Pss.) Jonah Jon.Judges Judg. Proverbs Prov. Micah MicahRuth Ruth Ecclesiastes Eccles. Nahum Nah.1 Samuel 1 Sam. Song of Solomon Song of Sol. Habakkuk Hab.2 Samuel 2 Sam. Isaiah Isa. Zephaniah Zeph.1 Kings 1 Kings Jeremiah Jer. Haggai Hag.2 Kings 2 Kings Lamentations Lam. Zechariah Zech.1 Chronicles 1 Chron. Ezekiel Ezek. Malachi Mal.New TestamentMatthew Matt. Ephesians Eph. Hebrews Heb.Mark Mark Philippians Phil. James JamesLuke Luke Colossians Col. 1 Peter 1 Pet.John John 1 Thessalonians 1 Thess. 2 Peter 2 Pet.Acts Acts 2 Thessalonians 2 Thess. 1 John 1 JohnRomans Rom. 1 Timothy 1 Tim. 2 John 2 John1 Corinthians 1 Cor. 2 Timothy 2 Tim. 3 John 3 John2 Corinthians 2 Cor. Titus Titus Jude JudeGalatians Gal. Philemon Philem. Revelation Rev.1. Walter Brueggemann, The Message of the Psalms: A Theological Commentary (Minneapolis: AugsburgPublishing House, 1984), 21.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 18

Student Reference Forms andChecklistsThe following are included for your convenience:M.Div. Checklist - View the courses needed to graduate with the Master of Divinitydegree.M.A. Checklists - View the courses needed to graduate with the Master of Arts—Theological Studies, Master of Arts in Theology and Social Justice, and Master of Arts inTransformational Leadership degrees. MSW Checklists are available upon request to 585.594.6623.Student Directory Data Sheet Update - When changing address, phone number oremail address, submit this form to update all NES student records.Application for Accelerated Degree Option – For students who wish to acceleratetheir degree program and complete additional coursework during the Core.Application to Change Degree Program - For students wishing to change from onedegree to another, complete this form.Application for Credit for Non-Classroom Course - For students who are applyingfor credit for Independent Study, Directed Study, or Thesis Paper.Change of Status – Withdrawal – If circumstances arise that require you totemporarily withdraw from seminary, complete this form. Course drop/add registrationforms accompany this process.Change of Status – Return to Active – This form is for students who are returning toactive enrollment (full or part time) after a period of withdrawal. The appropriateregistration forms must accompany this paperwork.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 19

Course Checklist - M.Div. – 92 creditsCredits Grade Credits GradeCore Requirements (36)* Public Ministerial Leadership (12)*BHT 511 The Biblical Era 6.5 BIB 750 Advanced Biblical Exegesis** 2BIB 511 Biblical Worldview 2 MIN 621 Worship Leadership 2PSF 511 Intro to PSF I 0.5 MIN 623 Church Administration 2CMC500Practicum in TheologicalWriting0 MIN 624 Pastoral Care 2BHT 512 The Formative Era 6.5 MIN 625 Evangelism and Discipleship 2BIB 512 Biblical Exegesis I 2 MIN 626 Leadership Development 2PSF 512 Intro to PSF II 0.5 MIN 628 Teaching Doctrine 2BHT 513 The Reformation Era 6.5 MIN 676 Pastoral Counseling 2BIB 513 Biblical Exegesis II 2 Social Ethics - select from the following (2-3)*PSF 513 Intro to PSF III 0.5 SOC 621 OT Prophets' Cry for Justice 2BHT 514The Modern and PostmodernEra6.5 SOC 625BIB 514 Biblical Exegesis III 2 SOC 642PSF 514 Intro to PSF IV 0.5 SOC 655Foundations in Christian SocialEthicsJesus & the Poor: BiblicalPerspectives on Econ JusticeViolence Against Women:Theological & Social Issues332Personal and Spiritual Formation (6)*PSF 611 Pastoral Formation 3PSF 612 Spiritual Formation 3Preaching (3)*MIN 629 Lectionary Preaching 3MIN 630 Expository Preaching 3Supervised Ministry Internship (12)*MIN 731 Field Education I 3MIN 732 Field Education II 3MIN 733 Field Education III 3MIN 734 Field Education IV 3Ministerial Enhancement Electives(14-15)*CPE Transfer Credit Biblical Language (3)*Capstone (3)* GRK 510 Biblical Greek 3MIN 790 M.Div. Integration Seminar 3 HEB 510 Biblical Hebrew 3* Credit numbers in bold represent required minimum for eachsection** Prerequisite must be met--see Catalog course descriptionNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 20

Course Checklist - M.A.Theological Studies – 52 creditsCredits Grade Credits GradeCore Requirements (36)* Elective Options (11)*BHT511The Biblical Era 6.5BIB 511 Biblical Worldview 2PSF 511 Intro to PSF I 0.5CMC500BHT512Practicum in TheologicalWritingThe Formative Era 6.50BIB 512 Biblical Exegesis I 2PSF 512 Intro to PSF II 0.5BHT513The Reformation Era 6.5BIB 513 Biblical Exegesis II 2 ORPSF 513 Intro to PSF III 0.5 _____699BHT514The Modern andPostmodern EraM.A. Thesis (by petition only)(BIB/HST/MIN/PSF/SOC/THE)6.5 AND 8 ELECTIVE CREDITS3BIB 514 Biblical Exegesis III 2PSF 514 Intro to PSF IV 0.5Supervised Ministry Internship (3)*MIN731Field Education I 3Research Seminar (2)*RES690M.A. Research Seminar 2* Credit numbers in bold type represent the required minimum for each section.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 21

Course Checklist - M.A.Theology and Social Justice – 52 creditsCredits Grade Credits GradeCore Requirements (18)*Theological Studies(Choose from following)(7)*BHT 511 The Biblical Era 6.5 THE 621Theol of EnvironmentalStewardship2BIB 511 Biblical Worldview 2 THE 623 World Religions - N America 2PSF 511 Intro to PSF I 0.5 THE 640 Theology of Missions 2CMC 500 Practicum in Theological Writing 0 THE 700 Theology of the Cross 3BHT 514 The Modern & Postmodern Era 6.5 THE 702 History of Christian Love 3BIB 514 Biblical Exegesis III 2 THE 703Christian Doctrine of HumanNature and Sin2PSF 514 Intro to PSF IV 0.5THE/HST710Life & Min of ML King Jr. 2Personal and Spiritual Formation (6)* THE 715 The Openness of God Debate 2PSF 611 Pastoral Formation 3 THE 724 Life & Theol of Martin Luther 3OR THE 726 Wesleyan Theology 3PSF 612 Spiritual Formation 3 THE 729 Fundamentalism & Modernism 3AND THE 731PSF 623 Social Justice and Spirituality 3SOC 623SOC 625THE/SOC732Suffering, Pain and Evil: ATheological ResponseLife, Theology, & Ethics of DietrichBonhoefferSocial Ethics and Justice Core (11)* THE 733 Sacramental & Liturgical Theol 2Social Policy, Leadership andCommunity ChangeFoundations in Christian SocialEthicsSelect from the following (5 credits): MIN 646BIB/SOC621BIB/SOC6423 THE 740 Theology of the City 23Ministry Electives(Choose from the following)Disability Awareness-ChristianMinisters & LaypersonsOT Prophets' Cry for Justice 2 MIN 647 Min to the Dying and Bereaved 2Jesus & the Poor: BiblicalPerspective on Economic Justice3MIN/SOC649HST 650 Women in Church History 3 MIN 650SOC 655Violence Against Women -Theological and Social Issues23(4)*Contemporary Ethical Issues 2Bioethics and Ministry in the 21stCentury2 MIN 664 Multicultural Worship 2MIN 669Globalization and Local ChurchMissions2MIN 670 Prison Ministries 2Supervised Ministry Internship (3)* MIN 672Strategic Planning for Churches andNonprofit Organizations2MIN 731 Field Educ I (in social justice) 3 Free Electives (3)*22* Credit numbers in bold type represent the required minimum for each section.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 22

Course Checklist - M.A.Transformational Leadership – 53 creditsCore Requirements (BHT/PSF 511 Plus oneother BHT/PSF course)Credits Grade Credits Grade(18)* Leadership Enhancement Electives (6)*BHT 511 The Biblical Era 6.5 MIN 623 Church Administration 2BIB 511 Biblical Worldview 2 MIN 652PSF 511 Intro to PSF I 0.5 MIN 654Navigating the Minefield ofConflictFundamentals of Finance forMinisters and ChurchesCMC 500 Practicum in Theological Writing 0 MIN 668 Willow Creek Leadership Summit 2BHT 512 The Formative Era 6.5 MIN 671 Equipping the Laity 2BIB 512 Biblical Exegesis I 2 MIN 675 Congregational Renewal 222PSF 512 Intro to PSF II 0.5MKT580NEBHT 513 The Reformation Era 6.5 SOC 623Integrated MarketingCommunicationSocial Policy, Leadership andCommunity Change23BIB 513 Biblical Exegesis II 2 Personal and Spiritual Formation (3)*PSF 513 Intro to PSF III 0.5 PSF 612 Spiritual Formation 3BHT 514 The Modern and Postmodern Era 6.5BIB 514 Biblical Exegesis III 2Other Electives(Choose from NES catalog)(5)*PSF 514 Intro to PSF IV 0.5Transformational LeadershipFoundational Courses(13)*BIB 772 Scriptural Models of Leadership 2BUS510NEBUS536NEMIN 620Organizational Diagnosis andChange Management2Supervised Ministry Internship(in Christian Leadership)Human Resource Development 2 MIN 731 Field Education I 3Fundamentals of TransformationalLeadership3 MIN 732 Field Education II 3(6)*MIN 626 Leadership Development 2 Integration Seminar (2)*MIN 672Strategic Planning for Churches &Non-Profit Organizations2 MIN 691MA Leadership IntegrationSeminar2* Credit numbers in bold type represent the required minimum for each section.Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 23

Course Checklist - M.A.Student Update FormTransformational Leadership – 53 creditsNote with an asterisk (*) the information you do not want published (released to the public). Please printclearly (see Privacy Act in Student Catalog – Directory Information).NameAddressCity State/province Postal codePrimary phone:Phone 2:Phone 3: Home Mobile Work Home Mobile Work Home Mobile WorkEmailAlternate emailEmergency contactRelationshipPhoneLocal church membership/pastorateDenominationCheck as many as apply: Employed as pastor or assistant pastor Lay or lay leader in local church Employed by secular or para-church organization Employed full-time by local church Ordained Plan to become ordained Ordaining denomination or church body (name)Current degree program: MAT MATSJ MATL M.Div. M.Div/MSW Part-time/Non matriculated D.Min.Expected term date at course completion: Fall 20____Spring 20____SignatureDateNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 24

Course Checklist - M.A.Transformational Leadership – 53 creditsApplication for Accelerated Degree OptionName: Date: Cohort #:Advisor:Degree Program: MDV MAT MATSJ MATL Currently enrolled in BHT/PSFWorkload outside of NES: 25 hours or less per week More than 25 hours per week****If workload outside of NES is more than 25 hours per week, please include your rationalefor requesting the accelerated track and your plan to succeed with the additional academicworkload:I understand approval is contingent upon successful completion of BHT/PSF 511 andmaintenance of a schedule that will accommodate the added academic workload. If approved, Imay take up to nine (9) additional credit hours in addition to the Core, for a total of 18.5 persemester. (MIN 731 Field Education may be taken only after the successful completion ofsecond Core class. Any exceptions will need to be discussed with your advisor.)Student’s Signature:Advisor’s Signature:Date:Date:Office Use OnlyRequest: Approved DeniedAcademic Dean’s signatureDate action takenNotes:Northeastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 25

Course Checklist - M.A.Transformational Application to Leadership Change Degree – 53 creditsStudent Name [please print] _____________________________________________________________Student ID# 777 - Cohort # ___________I wish to change my degree program:From:To:Choices (Credits): MA – Theological Studies (52) MA in Transformational Leadership (53) MA in Theology and Social Justice (52) Master of Divinity (92) MDV with Concentration in Transformational Leadership (92) MDV with Concentration in Theology & Social Justice (92) MDV with Concentration in Spiritual Formation (92) MDV with Concentration in Biblical Interpretation for Preaching & Teaching (92)Anticipated date of graduation with new program choice _______________________Advisor signatureStudent signatureDateDateFor Office Use OnlyRegistration Data Input: Date ______________ Initials ___________NES Data Input: Date ______________ Initials ___________Distribution:RWC Registration (original)Financial AidStudent FileNES Academic SupportStudent Mail FolderNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 26

Course Checklist - M.A.Application for Credit for Non-Classroom CourseTransformational Leadership – 53 creditsStudent ID #: 777-Sex: M F Birth dateNameAddressLast First MICity State Zip CountyEmail addressHome phoneDegree Program:Master of Arts –Theological StudiesMaster of Arts in Theology and Social JusticeMaster of Arts in Transformational LeadershipMaster of DivinityMaster of Divinity/Master of Social WorkMaster of Arts/Master of Social WorkEthnic origin (required by federal law):1. Are you Hispanic or Latino of any race (thisincludes Spanish and other Spanish origins)?Yes No2. In addition, please check one or more of thefollowing options that you identify with:American Indian or Alaskan NativeAsianBlack or African AmericanNative Hawaiian or other Pacific IslanderWhiteFor Office Use OnlyReceived in Registration OfficeCourse CodeEntered byI hereby apply for credit through: Independent Study Course ID__________ Contemporary Ministries Independent Study (MIN 641NE) Directed Study Course ID_____________ M.A. Thesis Project (MIN 699NE)__________ (prior approval of Academic Dean required) M.Div. Thesis Project (MIN 799NE)__________(prior approval of Academic Dean required)SemesterDate EnteredDistribution: RWC Registration (original) Student File NES Academic SupportProposed beginning date:________________________Proposed ending date:________________Semester for which I would like credit for this course applied: 20_____ Fall Spring SummerNumber of credits desired:Topic of study:Brief Description of the experience (attach additional sheet if needed):I understand I will be registered for the above course. I will notify NES (585.594.6800) of any change prior to the beginningdate. It is my responsibility to ensure any changes are processed in the prescribed times or I will incur a financial obligationfollowing the beginning date whether I attend or not. Any delinquent unpaid balance may be assigned to a collectionagency, and associated collection costs (minimally 33 1/3%) will be added to the outstanding balance.The following signatures are required to process this request:StudentSupervising FacultyAdvisorAcademic DeanRegistrarDateDateDateDateDateNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 27

For Office Use OnlyCourse Checklist - M.A.Transformational Leadership – 53 creditsChange of Status – Withdrawal FormName Student ID: 777- Current Cohort &/or Course(s)Last day of class attendancePhone:Email:Address:Today’s Date: __________Students must contact the Office ofFinancial Aid (585-594-6150) todetermine the impact of this changeon receiving any aid. Studentswishing to re-enter the program mustcontact the Admissions Office at 585-594-6802 to reapply to the program.REASON FOR WITHDRAWAL (Check all that apply)Academic Medical Change of program Location of program Course loadJob/Career Financial Transfer to another school Job re-location Other (Please explain)Additional Notes:I have read and understand the notes above and I have signed my change of registration formto accompany this document. My plan is to (select one):Restart the program in Spring Fall 20 with Cohort #Continue Part-Time with these courses:Transfer to another schoolOther (explain) Signature of Student:Date:Student has completed the following courses:Core: BHT/BIB/PSF 511 BHT/BIB/PSF 512BHT/BIB/PSF 513 BHT/BIB/PSF 514Year Three: 1 st term 2 nd termYear Four: 1 st term 2 nd termStudent will audit the following courses to catch up beforeresuming full-time status:BHT/BIB/PSFElective(s)Student responsible for tuition and fees through:Course(s): Date:Coursework still due:Date:PSF Arrangements for Faith Sharing:Continue with current cohort FSGAssign new FSG in new cohort upon returnStudent is eligible to re-enter the M.Div/M.A. program in thefollowing CORE course…BHT/BIB/PSF 511 BHT/BIB/PSF 512BHT/BIB/PSF 513 BHT/BIB/PSF 514…or Post-Core term:Post CoreParking Permit Returned? Yes NoSeminary ID Returned? Yes NoRefund for books (if eligible): Yes Amt: $0.00No refund N/ACommentsNES Retention Officer SignatureDateNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 28

Change of StatusCourse– ReturnChecklistto Active- M.A.Status FormTransformational Leadership – 53 creditsName Student ID: 777- Today’s Date:Address:Email:Phone:Original Cohort Student is eligible for academic scholarship at rate of 10% or 25% of tuition feesI understand that ALL of the following conditions must be met to facilitate my return:Reconcile any outstanding statements with Student AccountsDate of approval from SA office:Submit a new application for Financial Aid (FAFSA)Date of approval from FA office:Contact the Director of Field Education (if returning to Core)Complete and sign the registration form, academic recommendation, and short form admissions application**Note: Even if you have not completed the Core, you may register part-time for 2 nd to 4 th year electives.I am requesting permission to:Restart the:M.Div. MATSJMAT. MATLD.Min programIn the term beginning:Spring Summer FallYear: 2011And I will enroll:Part-TimeFull-TimeRestarting the Core:(applies only to Mastersstudents who stopped outduring the Core)BHT 511 512 513 514 with CohortBIB 511 512 513 514 with CohortPSF 511 512 513 514 with CohortNot applicable: Faith-sharing group requirement fulfilledNot applicable: Not enrolled in M.Div or M.A. programI opt to take some elective post-Core courses before re-enteringfull-time with the next available cohort in the CoreAdditional Notes:Signature of Student:NES Approval:Date:Date:Return completed form to:Office of Admissions, Northeastern Seminary2265 Westside Drive Rochester, NY 14624A paper copy of this form will be sent to the following offices (all others included in email notification distribution list): Registration (original) Student FileNortheastern Seminary 2265 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY 14624 www.nes.edu 29