Academic Catalog - Grace College and Seminary

About Grace College and Theological Seminary 10
Catalog | 2011–2012
graduation are available in the Academic Policies Manual on the Registrar‟s
page of the institution‟s Web site.
Academic Terms
Grace College operates on a semester (or term) basis in which one or more
sessions occurs within each semester or term. Semesters (or terms) may be
comprised of 16-, 8-, 5-, 4-, 2-, or 1-week sessions.
Traditional, on-campus undergraduate, graduate, and seminary programs,
however, are typically comprised of 8-week sessions. Summer sessions for
traditional residential students typically include three 4- week sessions or one 8week
session. Summer sessions are usually comprised of online courses only.
Graduate and seminary courses are offered in 8-week sessions during the
summer.
Courses in adult-degree completion programs are generally offered in 5-week
sessions year round. These may be offered on campus or online. Courses in the
Orthopedic Regulatory and Clinical Affairs Program are offered monthly, yearround.
Students should contact individual programs for dates of terms.
Classroom Methodology
A very important feature of the Grace College educational experience is our
classroom methodology. The college is committed to encouraging students to
take ownership of their education. This happens best when the classroom setting
is active and participatory. Discussion and interaction are sought in classes.
Critique and revision of work submitted is expected. Learning to work in small
groups in order to learn from others is built into many course expectations. The
goal in exposing students to the liberal arts is for students to acquire skills such as
creativity, critical insight, global and social awareness, empowerment,
communication, informational independence, and flexibility.
Enhancement of these skills is sought in the context of a dynamic Christian faith
that shapes moral character and decision-making. Development of these skills is
necessary for successful career pursuits and lifelong learning and enrichment.
Grace College‟s educational setting is designed to lead to the service of Christ
and others through the development of students‟ character, sharpening of their
competence, and service.
July 2011