Mar 28, 2024  
School of Arts & Sciences 2015-2016 Catalog 
    
School of Arts & Sciences 2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Student Life


 


The intention of Crown College is to help students grow as whole and healthy individuals who are being formed in character and conduct to be more like our Lord Jesus Christ. We seek to be a Christ-centered community committed to provide biblical-based education for Christian leadership in an environment which encourages the formation of the whole person.

To that end, Crown College offers many opportunities for growth both within the academic setting and beyond the classroom. These experiences contribute to community life, personal development and enjoyment, career preparation, leadership training, and spiritual development.

Student Handbook

Details of community life on the campus are published in a separate volume called the Crown College Student Handbook, which is updated annually. Specific policies regarding lifestyle issues, spiritual life on campus, residence life, Christian Service, co-curricular activities, and campus services and facilities are outlined there.

Students are expected to abide by the policies contained in the Handbook and to live in compliance with the standards of the College as outlined in the Community Covenant, and must sign an agreement to that effect when they apply to the College. These policies and standards apply while students are enrolled in a College program and/or residing in College-approved housing and are to be maintained during the summer, between semesters, and when on break or vacation.

There may be times when students violate College standards, and disciplinary action may become necessary. Crown seeks to be a redemptive community where discipline is used by God in an individual’s life and for the good of the community. The Student Handbook outlines details of the disciplinary process, should that be necessary. The College reserves the right to require any student to discontinue studies who, in the opinion of the College, does not live in compliance with College standards and policies.

Devotional and Spiritual Life

Personal devotional times, chapel services, and special prayer times are important in maintaining a vibrant walk with God during the busyness of college life.

The College holds a series of special services each semester with an emphasis on spiritual growth and vitality. Attention is given to applying spiritual truths, prayer, and holy living in relation to a person’s commitment to the Lordship of Christ.

Small discipleship groups and Bible studies meet regularly for the purpose of fellowship and spiritual growth, and interested students may be discipled one-on-one by faculty, staff, or mature upperclassmen.

Student Services

New Student Orientation

An extensive orientation program is provided for new students entering the College including informational seminars, small group discussions, worship services, and social and recreational activities. New Student Orientation is scheduled prior to the beginning of each semester and is required for all new, incoming students. A select committee of returning students is chosen and trained to plan and lead the program.

Counseling Services

Crown College Counseling Services provides students with free, professional, short-term counseling for various issues including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, adjustment issues, bereavement, personal growth and exploration, addictions, eating issues, physical, emotional and sexual abuse. Counseling services are confidential and are not integrated into a student’s academic file.

Career Services

The Office of Career Services (OCS) provides student-centered/career-related assistance and programs such as general career guidance, choosing a major, resume and cover letter advice, internship and job search, interview preparation, professional networking and branding, applying to graduate school and more. OCS staff is available to assist students as they take career-related steps in their journey to serve and influence the world. Students are encouraged to accept responsibility for their career needs/direction and connect with OCS (Engage); to examine their God-given gifts and talents in terms of vocation/calling and gain familiarity with the world of work (Envision); and to learn, adapt, and thrive in an ever-changing job market by utilizing technology and social media such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Skype, and E-Portfolios (Equip). Connect with OCS via social media and www.crown.edu/career

Health Services

The College maintains a Health Services office available to students for assistance with minor illnesses and first aid treatment. Health Services is staffed by a qualified nurse who provides health and wellness counsel through individual appointments with students and printed resources. Health Services is covered by tuition. Prescription medications and the services of a physician are available close to campus, but are not covered by the general fee. Group health and hospitalization insurance is required of all students.

Crown College is not responsible for accidents sustained in intercollegiate or intramural athletic programs. Additional insurance, purchased through the College, is required for all students who participate in intercollegiate sports.

College Immunization Policy

Beginning July 1, 1990, all students born in 1957 or later who are enrolled i more than one class or enrolled in one class and housed on campus will be required to be in compliance with the Minnesota College Immunization Law (MN Stat 135A. 14). Only those students who are enrolled in extension classes or online classes are exempt from the law. Those enrolled in more than two on-campus classes or who have one class and live in Faith Village or other on-campus housing need to adhere to this law. This law was enacted by the Minnesota legislature in the spring of 1989 in response to the growing concern over outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases, such as measles and mumps, on college campuses. Not only have these diseases caused unnecessary illness, but also a significant disruption of campus activities. The College wants to make sure that none of these preventable diseases will interrupt studies or threaten student health.

A student who has not submitted immunization dates to the College will not be able to pre-register for the following semester until this requirement has been met. Certain exemptions for medical or philosophical reasons are permitted. Exemptions must be cleared through the Health Services Office. Travel abroad and mission trips may require additional immunizations. Hepatitis A and Polio are recommended. Nursing students are required to provide additional health and immunization information. The Centers for Disease Control has county specific vaccine recommendations for international travel. The Immunization Action Coalition has vaccine information in languages other than English. Forms must be signed by a guardian if a minor.

In order to show compliance with this law and College policy, each student will need to submit immunization records showing the dates (month and year) of:

Required

  1. Tetanus and Diphtheria “booster” within the last ten years.
  2. Two immunizations of Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) received after the student’s first birthday.

Recommended

  1. Hepatitis B, a three-dose series.
  2. Meningococcal Vaccine, a single-dose vaccination.
  3. International students and American students who have been living overseas who plan to study at Crown may be asked to provide additional health information. Proof of a recent Tuberculin test or chest x-ray within one year of student’s entrance to Crown College may be requested.
  4. Varicella/Chicken Pox vaccine or disease.