wt >. A ^ i _ - COLUMBIA Engaging Minds THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Enriching Faith COLUMBIA THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Box 520 Decatur, Georgia 30031 www.CTSnet.edu Nonprofit Organization U.S. postage paid at Decatur, Georgia 30031-0520 Columbia Theological Seminary is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (10 Summit Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15275) and the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033) to award Master of Divinity, Master of Arts, Master of Theology, Doctor of Ministry, and Doctor of Theology degrees. The regulations, requirements, and general information included in this catalog are official for the 2004-2005 and 2005-2006 academic years but subject to revision at any time and, therefore, are in no way binding upon the Seminary. Printed February 2004 Contents Welcome l Statement of Mission 2 Institutional Goals 4 History of the Seminary 5 Degree Programs and Admissions 7 Master of Divinity 7 Master of Arts in Theological Studies 14 Master of Theology 17 Doctor of Ministry 19 Doctor of Theology 24 Application Information for International Students 27 Non-Degree Enrollment and Auditors 28 Housing and Financial Information 31 Housing 31 Hospitalization Insurance 32 Financial Aid 32 Scholarships 34 Tuition and Fees 35 Refund Policies 37 Resources and Related Academic Programs 41 John Bulow Campbell Library 41 Columbia Bookstore 42 Related Academic Programs 42 Programs in Other Locations 43 Columbia in Service to the Church and Its Ministry 45 Continuing Education 45 Lay Institute of Faith and Life 46 Faith and the City 46 Center for New Church Development 47 International Theological Education 47 Campbell Scholars 48 Evangelism Emphasis 48 Christian Spirituality Emphasis and Certificate 48 Columbia Colloquium 49 Smyth Lectures 49 Community Life 51 Yearly Schedule 51 Orientation 51 Community Worship and Convocations 51 Student Organizations and Activities 52 Placement 53 Awards and Prizes 54 Graduate Fellowships 56 Curriculum and Courses 59 Biblical Area Courses 61 Historical-Doctrinal Area Courses 66 Practical Theology Area Courses 74 Interdisciplinary Courses 83 Supervised Ministry Courses 85 Atlanta Theological Association Courses 88 Academic Notes and Policies 93 Faculty 99 Support of Columbia Seminary 113 Board of Trustees 115 Calendar 118 Index 119 1+4 H-l t c P* yfMu w^W'% I ' ^ Come and See This is your invitation to Come and See what God is doing on the campus of Columbia Theological Seminary to prepare and nurture pastors and educators and youth ministers, chaplains in hospitals, in the military, in schools /colleges /universities, teachers, counselors, caregivers, missionaries, evangelists, community leaders, and leaders in congregations and the church at large for the proclamation of the reign of Christ on earth as it is in heaven. Come and See. I hope the descriptions of the courses, of the degree programs, and of lifelong-learning offerings will invite you to meet those faculty whose pictures you see here. However, we cannot show you on these pages the excitement that actually takes place in these classrooms, the continuing conversations over coffee or lunch in Richards Center, those questions that go deeper while sitting in the shade on the Oldenburg Quadrangle with faculty and class members who have come from a variety of places and backgrounds to see what God is doing in their own lives to call them for service in the ministry of Jesus Christ in this world today. As you read of classes and faculty and staff and students and our Board of Trustees, as you gather the information on housing and finances and other related academic resources at this seminary, as you catch hints of the gifts available to those studying in this international city with close ties to several other institutions of theological education, you will have to imagine what it is like to be part of this intentional learning community until you can come and see for yourself. I hope that this catalog stirs you to imagine that God might be calling you to prepare for leadership in Christ's ministry and to nurture your gifts and that you might continue with new energy that to which God has called you. Come and meet these students and members of the faculty and staff. Come and worship with us at 10 a.m. during the week. Come and visit a class. Come and share a meal and fellowship with us. Come and see what God is doing here for the sake of the world. Come and see what God could do with you. Come and See, Laura Mendenhall ^oouul ^l^\^d^A^L Statement of Mission Columbia Theological Seminary is an educational institution of the Presbyterian Church (USA), and a community of theological inquiry and formation for ministry in the service of the Church of Jesus Christ. Mission Emphases At Columbia, people of faith seek to witness to God's creative power, redemptive action, transforming justice, and reconciling love, in a pluralistic society and interdependent world. We understand Christian faith to include worship of God, faithfulness to Jesus Christ, cultivation of the mind, disciplines of the Christian life, ministries of proclamation, nurture, compassion, and justice, expression of faith through the arts, and participation in the life of the Church. Our special mission in the service of the Church, and especially the Presbyterian Church (USA), is to educate women and men for leadership in ordained and lay ministries; to offer first degree, graduate degree, and continuing education programs; and to provide theological resources for the denomination, for the ecumenical church, and for persons with a variety of theological concerns. Because we are an education institution, our calling is to prepare persons to lead congregations in worship, witness, mission, and service; to pursue learning that joins mind and heart; to develop personal and professional skills for leadership in the church; to learn 2 from the worldwide Church, from education, the arts, politics, economics, and science, and from those outside the centers of power and influence; to consider critically from the perspective of the Christian faith, ideological, technical, and scientific assumptions - including our own - about the human situation. Because we are a confessional community of the Church, we live under the authority of Jesus Christ as witnessed to in the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, in the Church throughout the ages, and in the Reformed tradition and its confessions; affirm the worship of God as a vital and central feature of our life together and celebrate the goodness of God in all creation; believe in Christ's lordship over the whole world; articulate an evangelical understanding of life rooted in the rule of God's justice and love; listen with openness to voices of hopelessness and hope around and within us; acknowledge our own brokenness and need for redemption; commit ourselves to diversity and inclusivity, to ecumenicity, and to discerning the ongoing manifestations of God's presence in human affairs; nurture a personal and corporate faith which takes responsibility for our choices amid the political realities, the social institutions, and the global context in which we live. In carrying out our mission, we seek to be faithful to the gospel, and to become a living expression of the Body of Christ in the world. Institutional Goals Columbia Theological Seminary seeks: 1. To participate with the church in the formation of students for pastoral voca- tions in the church and the world by providing preeminent theological educa- tion within the Reformed tradition; 2. To educate men and women for leadership in ordained and lay ministries through its M.Div. and M.A.T.S. degree programs; 3. To enhance the ministries of men and women who are currently engaged in ordained and other forms of leadership by educating them in its Th.M., D.Min., and Th.D. programs; 4. To provide theological resources for the denomination of the Presbyterian Church (USA), the ecumenical church, and persons with a variety of theologi- cal concerns through its lifelong learning programs; 5. To provide a learning environment in which theological education and forma- tion for ministry flourish; 6. To provide a physical environment that contributes to an atmosphere for effective learning; 7. To be a good steward of its resources in order to provide quality education both in the present and the future; and 8. To foster and sustain Columbia's connection to the Presbyterian Church (USA), the ecumenical church, the greater Atlanta community, and beyond. A Brief History of the Seminary From the time of its founding in Lexington, Georgia, in 1828, Columbia Theologi- cal Seminary has been committed to training persons for leadership in the church of Jesus Christ. Throughout its history, Columbia has nurtured, and has been nurtured by, the Presbyterian Church in the South; this connection continues to be a cherished tradition. While Columbia now enjoys an outstanding national and international reputation, it also faithfully upholds its historic covenants with the Synods of Living Waters and South Atlantic. In 1830, Columbia, South Carolina became the first permanent location of the seminary. The school became popularly known as Columbia Theological Seminary, and the name was formally accepted in 1925. The decade of the 1920's saw a shift in population throughout the Southeast. At- lanta was becoming a commercial and industrial center and growing rapidly in its cultural and educational opportunities. Between 1925 and 1930, President Richard T. Gillespie provided leadership that led to the development of the present facilities on a fifty-seven-acre tract in Decatur, Georgia. Because the early years in Decatur were difficult, the future of the institution be- came uncertain. Columbia, however, experienced substantial growth under the lead- ership of Dr. J. McDowell Richards, who was elected president in 1932 and led the seminary for almost four decades. Following Dr. Richards' retirement in 1971, Dr. C. Benton Kline served five years as Columbia's president. In January 1976, Dr. J. Davison Philips assumed the presi- dency; he retired eleven years later. Dr. Douglas W. Oldenburg became the seminary's seventh president in January 1987. In August 2000, Dr. Laura S. Mendenhall began her service as Columbia's eighth president. \ HP l li l |I Degree Programs and Admissions Degree Programs Columbia's seal carries the motto, noi\ivaq ml dibacKdXovq, the Greek words for pastors and teachers. These words are taken from the letter to the Ephesians: "The gifts he gave were that some would be apostles, some prophets, some evange- lists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ" (Ephesians 4:11-12 NRSV). Since its inception, Co- lumbia has seen its role as training persons for leadership in the church by offering courses of study leading to both basic and advanced degrees. The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is the first professional degree in theological education. The Master of Arts in Theological Studies (M.A.T.S.), a basic theological degree, is academic rather than professional in orientation. Advanced degrees include the Master of Theology (Th.M.), the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.), and the Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Care and Counseling (Th.D.). Women and men from all denominations are eligible to apply for any of these degrees. Master of Divinity Introduction The Master of Divinity degree is offered as a basic theological degree for those who seek to serve as the pastors, prophets, evangelists, teachers, and other leaders of the church of Jesus Christ. The curriculum offered to M.Div. students emerges from the seminary's identity as a community of memory and hope. The seminary finds its identity as part of the people of God stretching back thousands of years. It thus aims to lead students to a fresh critical appropriation of the Christian tradition for themselves and for the sake of the church they serve. The seminary is also a community that finds its identity in hope, in the promises of God, in the world that God will bring about, and in the opportunities still ahead for the work of the church in the Missio Dei. Consequently, the curriculum also aims to nurture students' hope and engage their imaginations for mission in a church and world in crisis. The Christian ministry needs persons who are possessed with a deep, informed, and personal faith and who are equipped with skills and imagination to lead the people of God in acts of compassion, proclamation, praise, confession, celebration, justice, reconciliation, and healing. Teaching and learning at Columbia exist for the purpose of equipping and forming the people who equip the saints to engage in the work of ministry. Length of Program The M.Div. curriculum is designed so that a full-time student can complete the requirements for the degree in three years. A student's program may be lengthened by a variety of factors, such as participation in internships or taking a reduced load in any given semester. All students must complete their work within six years from the date of matriculation. The Common Core Students in the M.Div. program take twenty two prescribed course units of the total thirty-one units required to complete the degree. The required elements of the curriculum, called the common core, form the basis for a shared vocabulary and set of experiences for all students as they progress through the programs and into their ministries. These elements include foundational courses in the content and interpre- tation of the Bible, biblical languages, church history, theology and ethics, and the practices of the church and its ministry. One task of the curriculum is to help stu- dents integrate the knowledge they learn in seminary with their own lives in the Christian faith and their understanding of the church as the community of faith. The curriculum addresses this task by incorporating integrative seminars and experien- tial learning into the common core and electives; it seeks to put to good use the rich resources of learning environments such as the congregation and the hospital beyond the traditional academy. In their first fall semester at Columbia, new students take "Baptism and Evangeli- cal Calling," an integrative seminar that poses the questions, "What does it mean to be a Christian?" and "How is one incorporated into the church, the body of Christ?" In the spring semester, students in "The Eucharist and the Church's Mission" exam- ine the nature of the church and its practices and participate in field experiences in actual congregations. In these seminars, students, guided by faculty from a variety of disciplines, look at their own identities, experiences, and traditions, and those of others, through a range of perspectives. Students reflect on the experience of the people of God in diverse settings as they complete the required units of Alternative Context, Supervised Ministry, and pastoral care. Students who are studying for ordi- nation take a required course in polity that addresses the denominational context in which they intend to minister. Integrative Seminars Integrative seminars are offered both as required and elective course units in the curriculum. Called integrative because they are struc-tured to bridge disciplines and gaps between theory and practice, the seminars take three basic forms. Some inte- grative seminars approach a single subject, such as sexuality or suffering, from a variety of perspectives biblical, ethical, pastoral with the aim of understanding the subject from a more fully informed theological viewpoint. Other integrative semi- nars take on a specific task that requires students and faculty to bridge disciplines to answer the task. One such task might be to produce a supplemental worship re- source for a multicultural congregation; to complete this task, seminar members would need to draw on all aspects of theological and ministerial education. Finally, some integrative seminars are organized around the principle of learning in which a group does specific acts of ministry and then engages in disciplined reflection on the prac- tices. For example, a group of students and professors might engage in church-based work with mentally ill persons, meet to read, compare their experiences, support and challenge one another, and reflect theologically on their findings. The Elective System The elective portion of the M.Div. curriculum is important, for it is here that per- sons preparing for the ministry take responsibility for their vocations as practical theologians. The elective elements of the curriculum allow students to prepare for specialized vocations, to adapt the Columbia education to the needs of service in a particular denomination, to follow interests created by prior coursework or life ex- perience, and to work through the meaning of the Christian faith in specific contexts. Columbia takes the interests and experiences of its students, and the diversity of ministries in which they will serve, seriously by making room for a large number of electives in its curriculum. Students are required to take nine elective units com- posed of courses and integrative seminars. In the elective courses and integrative seminars, students must carefully exercise choice in order to prepare for a lifetime of ministry. A holistic ministry requires min- isters of personal integrity and faith, who are well equipped in a variety of disci- plines, approaches, and skills, and who relate them to social and church contexts. Different electives make different contributions to the formation of students as ministers. In addition to a title, each of the elective units in the curriculum carries designations that signify the dominant pedagogical objectives met by the course. These objectives and their respective designations are as follows: Knowledge of Tradition {K} Electives with this designation aim to increase students' knowledge of the Chris- tian tradition and its significant conversation partners by means of their texts, patterns of thought, and /or practices. Experiencing God's People in Context {C} Electives with this designation place students in a community of God's people so that they may study how that community celebrates and lives its faith. Spiritual Formation {SF} Electives with this designation provide a context within which students may grow in Christian faith, discipline, and leadership to equip others in ecclesial piety. Clarifying Personal Beliefs {CB} Electives with this designation enable students to examine, articulate, and pro- fess their faith. Theological Reflection {T} Electives with this designation equip students to interpret contemporary life in light of the gospel. Missional Leadership {ML} Electives with this designation prepare students to guide Christian communities in worship, ministry, and mission and develop students' ability to reflect criti- cally on their work. Those who are equipped for Christian leadership must possess ethical and reli- gious integrity and the intellectual skills for critical and constructive leadership in both the church and social contexts. The pedagogical objectives and their designa- tions serve to guide students in the process of seeking balance in their preparation to be leaders in the church. In the total of their elective units (seminars, courses, and practicums), students should include selections from each of the six pedagogical objectives for ministry. Because many course offerings meet multiple objectives, stu- dents should note that this requirement does not impose unrealistic limits on their choice of electives. Advising In theological education, students find that it is important to integrate their stud- ies and experiences in their own lives. Faculty members aid this process of integra- tion and formation by serving as advisers, assisting students in their course selections each semester. As a result of conversation with their advisers, students make course selections that take into account areas of past experience, identified weaknesses, and the assessments of teachers and ministry supervisors. Early in the first year of stud- ies, students undergo an individual supervised ministry assessment with the Direc- tor of Supervised Ministry. The director makes a joint recommendation to the student and adviser about the student's contextual learning about ministry. The Calendar and Unit System Academic work for the M.Div. is offered in two long semesters in the fall and spring. The calendar also includes a January intensive term and a summer term de- signed for Greek language school and supervised ministry experiences. Each long semester consists of six weeks of classes, a midterm reading /exam week, another six weeks of classes, and a final reading /exam week. The reading /exam weeks enable students to complete the work for half-term courses and to finish reading assign- ments for courses that continue through the semester. Courses, practicums, and seminars that meet all semester for three hours a week are assigned one unit of credit. Those meeting for three hours a week for half the term are given one half unit of credit. The half-term courses allow students to take more subjects in a given term without increasing the number of classes they will carry simultaneously. Because of the time commitment involved, Greek School and Supervised Ministry 210 each earn two units of credit. Students may take up to a maximum of four units in any long semester. Visual Representations of the M.Div. Curriculum The three representations below illustrate the courses students take depending on when they matriculate at Columbia (winter /spring, summer, or fall). Specific course prerequisites are listed with the course descriptions. Students are required to take twenty- two required-course units and nine elective-course units. The elective designations in the representation indicate times when electives may be taken. 10 Winter/Spring Matriculation Summer Fall January Elective Spring New Testament Survey The Eucharist and the Church's Mission Church History Elective Essentials of Greek (2 units) Old Testament Survey New Testament Exegesis Baptism and Evangelical Identity Elective Scripture Reading Practicum Elective Worship and Preaching Christian Theology II History and Polity Pastoral Care or Elective Supervised Ministry: Congregation (2 units) Essentials of Hebrew Christian Theology I Pastoral Care or Elective Christian Education or Elective Alternative Context Old Testament Exegesis American Religion and Cultural History (1/2 unit) World Christianity (1/2 unit) Final Things or Elective Ethics or Elective Optional: Clinical Pastoral Education (2 units) or Advanced Supervised Ministry Christian Education or Elective Ethics or Elective Final Things or Elective Elective Summer Matriculation Summer Essentials of Greek (2 units) Fall Old Testament Survey New Testament Exegesis Baptism and Evangelical Identity Elective Scripture Reading Practicum January Elective Spring New Testament Survey Worship and Preaching The Eucharist and the Church's Mission Church History Supervised Ministry: Congregation (2 units) Essentials of Hebrew Christian Theology I Pastoral Care or Elective Elective Alternative Context Old Testament Exegesis Christian Theology II History and Polity Pastoral Care or Elective Optional: Clinical Pastoral Education (2 units) or Advanced Supervised Ministry Christian Education Ethics Final Things Elective Elective American Religion and Cultural History (1/2 unit) World Christianity (1/2 unit) Final Things or Elective Ethics or Elective Christian Education or Elective Fall Matriculation Summer Fall Old Testament Survey Essentials of Hebrew Baptism and Evangelical Identity Elective Scripture Reading Practicum January Elective Spring New Testament Survey Old Testament Exegesis The Eucharist and the Church's Mission Church History Essentials of Greek (2 units) New Testament Exegesis Christian Theology I Pastoral Care or Elective Elective Alternative Context Worship and Preaching Christian Theology II History and Polity Pastoral Care or Elective Supervised Ministry: Congregation (2 units) Christian Education Ethics Final Things Elective Elective American Religion and Cultural History (1/2 unit) World Christianity (1/2 unit) Final Things or Elective Ethics or Elective Christian Education or Elective NOTE: Taking courses out of sequence will delay the year in which you will graduate. 11 Mid-course Assessment A student's admission to candidacy for the degree emerges from the Mid-course Assessment and must be approved by the faculty. The Mid-course Assessment is a major review of the student's potential for ministry that occurs after the student has completed most of the common core coursework and the supervised ministry expe- rience. All M.Div. degree students must meet the Mid-course Assessment requirement. In order to be eligible for an assessment, students seeking ordination are required to have an established working relationship with the appropriate ecclesiastical body. At the Mid-course Assessment, questions of personal and professional growth and other issues are addressed; any recommendations or stipulations that arise from the assessment are reviewed by the faculty before they award the M.Div. degree. Requirements for the Master of Divinity Degree To be eligible for graduation with the Master of Divinity degree, students are required to: 1. have on file with the seminary a complete and official transcript of credits show- ing graduation with a bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited university or college of liberal arts and sciences; a completed health form; stan- dardized test results; 2. be tested for and achieve competency in English writing and speech; test fees, where applicable, are the responsibility of the student; 3. be admitted to degree candidacy through the successful completion of the Mid- course Assessment; 4. satisfactorily complete all the requirements of the degree with a total of thirty- one units within six years of the date of matriculation, sixteen of which must be completed at Columbia (excluding cross-registration courses); 5. maintain a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.30; 6. pass an approved Bible Content Exam; 7. lead community worship at least once during the senior year; 8. be in residence for four long semesters; 9. demonstrate to the faculty that they have sustained a sound moral and religious character in seminary life and give promise of useful service in the ministry or other church vocations; and 10. pay all bills to the seminary and give assurance that all open accounts in the com- munity and elsewhere have been satisfied. Students with education loans must agree to make prompt and regular payments. 12 The Dual Degree Program with The Andrew Young School of Public Policy at Georgia State University The purpose of the Dual Degree Program is to enable religious leaders to earn the Master of Divinity Degree and the Master of Science Degree in Urban Policy Studies in four years. Graduates of the Dual Degree Program become more effective as pub- lic and ministerial leaders in their communities. The program prepares leadership that enriches the life of congregations and promotes public participation in a cultur- ally and religiously diverse locality. Prospective students are admitted separately to each institution, according to that institution's admission policies. The Dual Degree Program has also developed a joint seminar course enrolling students from Colum- bia and Georgia State as well as other seminaries. Students interested in this pro- gram should inquire with the Director of the Faith and the City Program. The Master of Divinity Degree and Graduate Study for Teaching Students who are committed to the ministry of teaching at the college or graduate level may find the M.Div. program suitable to their preparation for that ministry. Students considering further graduate study are encouraged to explore with the Dean of the Faculty the ways in which their programs can meet the dual demands of edu- cation for service in the church and academy. Further Theological Study Beyond the Basic Degree Although the Master of Divinity program does not equip students with every- thing they will need to know for effective and faithful ministry, students are equipped with initial, essential tools to enable them to begin the practice of ministry. Because the search for faithful answers to the challenges of the Christian life today requires an ethic of learning for the faith, many graduates return to this and other places of group learning for regular additional study. Further knowledge, additional insight into the life of faith, and strengthened practice for faithful leadership result when graduates engage in regular, disciplined theological study at various stages in their ministries. Admission to the Master of Divinity Program Persons seeking admission to the Master of Divinity program may obtain an ap- plication from the Office of Admissions. To be considered for admission, prospective students are required to: 1. have completed a baccalaureate degree, or its equivalent, at a university or college accredited by one of the six regional accreditation agencies; applicants with degrees from educational institutions not accredited by one of the six agencies must furnish test scores from the Graduate Record Examinations Gen- eral Test with their applications. Applicants without a bachelor's degree are not eligible to enter the M.Div. program at the seminary except by special ac- tion of the faculty. When requested to do so by presbyteries of the Presbyterian Church (USA) or other denominations, Columbia may accept applicants with- out a university or college degree for a special course of study; 2. furnish a) a completed application form, b) supplemental forms, c) transcripts, d) references on forms produced by Columbia, and e) a letter of endorsement 13 from one's home church; test scores from the Graduate Record Examinations General Test are not required but may be requested in some circumstances; 3. complete an interview with a member of the Admissions Committee; this in- terview is best done on campus. Students in good standing in other accredited seminaries may be admitted after transcripts have been evaluated and their applications approved by the Admissions Committee. Such students must secure a letter from their academic dean indicating that they are students in good standing. Students in the M.Div. degree program may receive no more than fifteen units credit for work completed at another Association of Theological Schools (ATS) accredited seminary completed within the past five years. Transfer credit will only be given for courses passed with a grade of B or higher. A student who has completed a Master of Arts (MA) degree from an ATS accredited seminary may transfer in up to half of the MA degree toward the M.Div. degree. The determination of whether or not courses taken at other institutions may receive credit is made by the Office of Academic Affairs, which also determines whether the credits will fulfill either required or elective units. All petitions for transfer credit and advanced standing must be made by the end of the first full year. Ordi- narily, no correspondence courses will be considered for transfer credit. All U.S. applicants (citizens or with permanent resident visas) for whom English is a second language must pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) before admission and enrollment for credit can be attained. Those seeking admis- sion must score at least 220 (computer format) or 550 (written format). International students (persons who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents) are ordinarily accepted only for graduate work beyond the M.Div. level. Master of Arts in Theological Studies The Master of Arts in Theological Studies (M.A.T.S.) is a two-year flexible degree program that provides theological studies for persons who are exploring career op- tions, preparing for doctoral studies, church leadership positions, or specialized forms of lay ministry. The M.A.T.S. program is also for those persons who are investigating the relationships between a profession and theological issues of faith and the mod- ern world. While this program is not designed to prepare persons for the practice of ordained ministry, it may be useful for those ministers who serve in traditions that do not require a degree in divinity for ordination, but who nevertheless wish to de- velop their formal knowledge of theology. Components of the Program Because students enroll in the M.A.T.S. program for a wide variety of reasons, they enjoy an extremely flexible schedule. Indeed, the only class they must all take is the M.A.T.S. Seminar, normally during the spring of their first year at the seminary. Among its primary purposes, this seminar helps them to clarify their plans for the degree and thereby structure their coursework at the seminary. A secondary purpose of the seminar is to help students choose a faculty advisor within their area of spe- cialization. 14 M.A.T.S. students must choose one of five disciplines as an area of specialization: Old Testament, New Testament, Theology, Church History, or Ethics. They will each take five courses in this discipline, one of which must be an independent study done under the direction of a faculty member in that discipline. Done near the end of their degree work, this independent study requires the production of a major research paper and provides students with the opportunity to deeply explore a critical issue in their field and to bring analytic and constructive skills to bear on it. Students specializing in Old Testament must take Hebrew; likewise, students specializing in New Testament must take Greek. The other courses in the discipline may be chosen from among any offered to basic degree students at Columbia. To help round out their education, M.A.T.S. students must choose a different dis- cipline than their area of specialization and take any three basic degree courses taught in it. Additionally, they must take at least one basic degree class in yet a third disci- pline. Beyond these four courses, the five taken in the area of specialization, and the M.A.T.S. Seminar, students are invited to take any basic degree course in the curricu- lum provided that they do not take more than three courses total in the Practical Theology area. Students will be eligible for graduation when, among other requirements (see Requirements for the Master of Arts in Theological Studies Degree), they have suc- cessfully completed sixteen units, earning at least a 2.30 cumulative G.P. A. Students who do not earn a minimum 2.30 G.P.A. upon completion of their first five units will be placed on academic probation. Students who do not earn a minimum 2.30 G.P.A. upon completion of their first eight units will be dropped from the program. Requirements for the Master of Arts in Theological Studies Degree To be eligible for graduation with the M.A.T.S. degree, students are required to: 1. have on file with the seminary a complete and official transcript of credits show- ing graduation with a bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited university or college of liberal arts and sciences; a completed health form; and standardized test results; 2. be tested for and achieve competency in English writing skills; 3. satisfactorily complete all the requirements of the degree (including those listed in Components of the Program); 4. complete all work within five years from the date of matriculation; 5. demonstrate to the faculty that they have sustained a sound moral and religious character in seminary life and give promise of useful service in the ministry or other church vocations; 6. pay all bills to the seminary and give assurance that all open accounts in the com- munity and elsewhere have been satisfied. Students with education loans must agree to make prompt and regular payments. Details of the program are available from the director of the Master of Arts in Theological Studies Program. 15 Admission to the Master of Arts in Theological Studies Program Persons seeking admission to the Master of Arts in Theological Studies program may obtain an application from the Office of Admissions. To be considered for ad- mission, prospective students are required to: 1. have completed a four-year baccalaureate degree, or its equivalent, at an accred- ited university or college of arts and sciences; 2. furnish a) a completed application form, b) supplemental forms, c) transcripts, and d) references on forms provided by Columbia; test scores from the Graduate Record Examinations General Test are not required but may be requested in some circumstances; 3. complete an interview with a member of the Admissions Committee. This inter- view is best done on campus. A student may transfer no more than five units in the five fields of the program from institutions outside the Atlanta Theological Association or from work completed prior to admission to the program. No transfer credit may be obtained for work done more than thirty-six months before admission. Occasional Students subsequently admitted to the program may receive up to two units of credit for previous work taken in the past thirty-six months. The determination of whether or not courses taken at other institutions may receive credit is made by the Academic Affairs Office, which also determines whether the credits will fulfill either required or elective units. All petitions for transfer credit and advanced standing must be made the end of the first full year. Ordinarily, no correspondence courses will be considered for transfer credit. All U.S. students (citizens or with permanent resident visas) for whom English is a second language must pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) before admission and enrollment for credit can be attained. Those seeking admis- sion must score at least 220 (computer format) or 550 (written format). Students who score close to this level may take courses for credit for one semester but must retake the exam and attain the score level before further work may be undertaken. Visiting Columbia Those who are interested in applying for admission to a basic degree program are strongly encouraged to visit the seminary before or during the application process. Prospective students and their spouses may arrange visits that include a tour of the campus, appointments with admissions and financial aid staff, conversations with faculty and students, and class observation. Housing and meals at the seminary are provided during the visit. Arrangements for visiting can be made through the Ad- missions Office by calling 1-877-548-2817. Conferences for Prospective Students Each spring and fall Columbia sponsors a conference on ministry. During these conferences, women and men from any denomination who are exploring their call to ministry are invited to attend classes; meet in faculty homes; talk with students, staff, and faculty; and worship with the seminary community. The conferences are de- 16 signed to provide a retreat atmosphere in which participants can reflect upon ques- tions of call and vocation in addition to gathering specific information about the seminary. All persons who are considering the possibility of a church vocation, whether college students or those currently engaged in other careers, are invited to participate in the conference of their choice. The dates for upcoming conferences are listed in the calendar at the end of this catalog. For further information, contact the Admissions Office. Advanced Degrees Introduction Columbia offers three programs leading to an advanced degree. They include the Master of Theology, Doctor of Ministry, and Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Counsel- ing. Each of these advanced degrees builds on the work completed in the M.Div. degree. In addition to the resources of the faculty and library on Columbia's campus, advanced degree students are expected to draw upon the resources of the Atlanta area. The Th.D. and D.Min. programs are administered by the Graduate Professional Studies Committee of the Atlanta Theological Association (A.T.A.), which coordi- nates and augments the resources of Columbia, Candler School of Theology of Emory University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Erskine Theological Semi- nary in Due West, South Carolina, and Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia, South Carolina. Th.M. degree students may also include in their program studies at these seminaries. Resources within the Atlanta community are also available to Columbia's advanced degree students. Accredited programs of clinical pastoral education and pastoral counseling are available in many settings. The Urban Training Organization of At- lanta provides resources in the area of urban problems and urban ministries. Nu- merous national and regional offices of denominational and interdenominational agencies are located in Atlanta. Other educational opportunities are available at Emory University, Georgia State University, and area colleges. Master of Theology The Master of Theology degree program is designed for persons with an M.Div. degree who seek advanced study or specialization in an area of ministry. It is par- ticularly designed for persons in pastoral ministry or persons preparing to teach or seek a Ph.D. degree. The Th.M. degree requires thirty semester hours of credit, normally twenty-four hours in course work and six hours for the Th.M. thesis. Th.M. students apply for and study in one of the seminary's three curricular areas: the Biblical, the Historical- Doctrinal, or the Practical Theology area. Students must earn at least twelve course credits in the chosen area, and at least six course credits outside the chosen area. Students, with their faculty advisers, select courses for an appropriate concentration within the area. Th.M. Thesis As a part of their program of study, Th.M. students normally complete a Th.M. thesis. The Th.M. thesis is worth six semester hours of credit. Students, after consult- 17 ing with their faculty adviser, must submit to the Advanced Degrees Committee for approval a written statement of the topic and proposal for research, together with the names of the faculty members serving on the thesis committee. This statement must be submitted no later than November 1 in the academic year in which the stu- dent anticipates graduation. The topic and proposal must have been previously ap- proved by the student's thesis committee. February 1 is the deadline for provisional approval of the thesis by the thesis committee; March 1 is the deadline for final comple- tion of the thesis. An oral examination is given after the thesis has been completed. I. Th.M. Research Course Option Instead of the Th.M. thesis, a student and faculty adviser may elect to substitute two advanced research courses. The research course option consists of two courses (three credits each) that require a major research paper. A grade of at least 3.00 must be earned in each course. A student who selects the course option must file Th.M. research course option forms with the Registrar by November 1 of the aca- demic year in which the student anticipates graduation. Requirements for the Master of Theology Degree To be eligible for graduation with the Th.M. degree, students are required to: 1. have on file with the seminary a complete and official transcript of credits show- ing graduation with the M.Div. degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited insti- tution; a completed health form; standardized test results; 2. complete thirty total semester hours of academic work; courses must be at the advanced level (courses numbered in the 600's) with grades that average not less than 3.00; this academic work must involve at least fifteen hours taken through regular residential courses at Columbia; 3. select and complete either the Th.M. thesis or the research course option and all of its requirements; 4. complete all requirements of the program within five years from the time of ma- triculation; 5. demonstrate to the faculty that they have sustained a sound moral and religious character in seminary life and give promise of useful service in the ministry or other church vocations; 6. pay all bills to the seminary and give assurance that all open accounts in the com- munity and elsewhere have been satisfied. Students with education loans must agree to make prompt and regular payments. Students enrolled in the Master of Theology degree program will be assessed an administrative fee of fifty dollars for each half of the year in which they do not regis- ter for credit hours through course work or thesis research. Admission to the Master of Theology Program Persons seeking admission to the Master of Theology program may obtain an application from the Office of Advanced Studies. To be considered for admission, prospective students are required to: 18 1. have completed the M.Div. degree, or its academic equivalent, at an accredited seminary or divinity school. In certain cases a Master of Arts or a Master of Theo- logical Studies degree in the appropriate area may be accepted as a substitute, but additional preparatory work may be required: ordinarily, a B average in an applicant's college and seminary program is considered a minimum standard for admission. Applicants should have official transcripts of all work since high school sent directly from the institution; 2. have a knowledge of both the Hebrew and Greek languages; applicants whose M.Div. programs did not require these may substitute an approved language for one of the biblical languages. 3. submit three letters of recommendation (on forms provided by Columbia): one academic reference from a seminary or other graduate school professor and two character references from persons who are familiar with the applicant's ministry; 4. file the application for the Th.M. degree by May 1 for the following academic year; applications received after May 1 will be considered if space is available; applications from international students must be filed by February 1 for the fol- lowing academic year; 5. indicate to the Director by March 15 whether or not they will accept admission, if they have received notice of admission prior to February 15; applicants who re- ceive notification after February 15 must indicate their decision within thirty days; 6. Begin their course of study only in the fall semester. All U.S. students (citizens or with permanent resident visas) for whom English is a second language must pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) before admission and enrollment for credit can be attained. Those seeking admis- sion must score at least 220 (new format) or 550 (old format). Students who score close to this level may take courses for credit for one semester but must retake the exam and attain the required score before additional work may be undertaken. International students applying to the Th.M. program must follow the guidelines given under Application Information for International Students. Doctor of Ministry Aims of the Program The Doctor of Ministry degree program is designed for persons now engaged in ministry in the North American or Caribbean settings, who have completed basic theological studies (the Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent), and at least three years of full-time service in the practice of ministry after their M.Div. studies. Quali- fied students from other countries may, in certain instances, be admitted. The program provides a course of graduate study for ministers of the people of God in the church of Jesus Christ. It requires disciplined reflection upon, and per- haps further specialization within ministry. The program focuses on the critical en- gagement between the biblical, historical, theological, and pastoral disciplines of 19 ministry. By helping people integrate ministerial theory and practice with basic faith commitments, the program strengthens ministers to exercise a critical kind of teach- ing role in the church and to increase their competency and faithfulness in practice. Because the program seeks to help students strengthen a holistic ministry in com- munity, the program is largely generalist in character, involving questions of per- sonal ministerial identity and of the nature of the church and its mission in a postmodern world. A doctoral project requires students to focus this integrated ap- proach in a particular context. In addition to the Church and Ministry program, possibilities for different ap- proaches include Gospel and Culture, Christian Spirituality, Cross-Cultural, Pasto- ral Counseling, and New Church Development. Church and Ministry Approach The Church and Ministry approach leads ministers in an experience of collegial learning with a primary focus on the ministry and mission of the local congregation. Students examine their ministry settings and describe their present practice of min- istry. On the basis of shared readings and critical reflection, students seek to develop a new vision for church service, which becomes the perspective from which elective courses, supervised practice, and the D.Min. project are undertaken. The Church and Ministry approach offers students the opportunity to reshape ministry for the sake of their leadership in the church. This approach is taught every fall jointly with the Interdenominational Center in Atlanta and in satellite locations. Gospel and Culture Approach Designed by a group of Columbia faculty members, the Gospel and Culture ap- proach asks pastors to engage questions about the mission of the Church in contem- porary culture. Through the Introductory Seminar, the various elective classes, the doctoral practicum, and the doctoral project, students work with a faculty group representing a rich blend of diverse theological and cultural perspectives. Students are challenged to develop their own analyses and directions for the faithful ministry of the church in a context variously described as post-enlightenment, post-modern, post-Christian. In the initial Introductory Seminar, and then in subsequent studies, students and faculty are engaged with the writings and the analyses of theologians, sociologists, philosophers, cultural anthropologists, and historians. Participants reflect in some depth upon the concrete manifestations of culture the art and artifacts, the prod- ucts, technologies, entertainments, institutions, and movements that characterize daily life. They examine the major fault lines within the church about the meaning of Chris- tian faith and the ways Christians read the theological signs of the time. Finally, students are asked to think through their practice of ministry in the light of their studies and to develop a doctoral project that will both strengthen their own minis- try and make a critical and constructive contribution to the faith and practice of the church. All classes are taught in intensive two-week courses at the seminary over a three- to four-year period, but students will do most of their studies, their practicum, and project in their own ministry setting in consultation with the faculty. 20 Christian Spirituality Approach Students may choose to undertake a specialization through interdisciplinary stud- ies centered upon the church's theology and practice of Christian spirituality. In this program, which has the same general aims and degree requirements listed previ- ously for other approaches, students explore God's relationship to persons, the com- munity of faith, and the world, including the ethical and social dimensions of spirituality. Through the introductory seminar, the various elective classes, the practicum, and the project, students are enabled to bring their minds to bear more effectively on matters of the heart and to gain resources to foster spiritual renewal not only in the lives of individuals, but also in the life of congregations. Studies and projects are rooted in congregational life. Students study the history of spirituality, the biblical resources in Israel's prayers, and the practices of the New Testament community. Issues of spirituality in a post- enlightenment, post-modern culture, discovery of issues of spirituality for children, and resources for the practices of retreats and small groups for spiritual direction are among the other explorations and research undertaken. Time for worship, commu- nity building, and spiritual retreats are an integral part of the program itself. The Introductory Seminar and most of the classes are taught at the seminary over a three- to four-year period, but students will do most of their further studies, their practicum, and project in their own ministry setting in consultation with the faculty. Pastoral Counseling Approach Students concentrating in pastoral studies may elect the field of pastoral care or a specialization in pastoral counseling. Students who select the specialization in pasto- ral counseling must have previously and successfully completed a non-credit year of C.P.E. in an institution accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education. The normal curriculum for students in the pastoral counseling specialization in- volves two years of participation in a pastoral counseling practicum at an Atlanta area training center accredited by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. During the time in the practicum, students also take three of the four courses in the Th.D. curriculum and the D.Min. Introductory Seminar on ministry. The supervision provided by the practicum allows students to apply for membership in the Ameri- can Association of Pastoral Counselors. Students may apply the six credits from the practicum to the required credits for academic work. New Church Development Approach This approach, which focuses on the formation of new churches, recruits its stu- dents from the PC (USA) and other denominations. It equips church leaders in the development mission of starting new congregations for the twenty-first century; its particular focus is on equipping present and future ethnically and linguistically di- verse new church development leaders. 21 Administration The D.Min. program operates under the supervision of the Advanced Degrees Committee of the seminary and is administered by a faculty member serving as Di- rector of Advanced Studies. The program cooperates with the other member schools of the Atlanta Theological Association. Students enter the program either through an Introductory Seminar offered at Co- lumbia or through an Introductory Seminar offered in a location outside the Atlanta area. Students may also take courses in other schools of the Atlanta Theological Asso- ciation. Each fall, a Church and Ministry Introductory Seminar draws faculty and stu- dent participants from Columbia and the Interdenominational Theological Center. Advising Each student is guided by an advisory committee consisting of two faculty mem- bers. The primary adviser helps the student develop a plan of study. The primary and secondary advisers comprise the doctoral committee that administers the quali- fying examination, assists the student in developing a project proposal, and evalu- ates the student's written project report. Components of the Program The thirty-six-hour program comprises: An Introductory Seminar (six semester hours), required at the outset of the program. Students take part in an intensive seminar to explore interdiscipli- nary perspectives around contemporary issues of ministry and professional development. In this seminar students begin interdisciplinary integration and clarify an operative theory of ministry to guide their development of a study plan. Elective Courses (eighteen semester hours). The program requires a plan of study involving the integration of three dimensions: the biblical and theologi- cal norms of Christian faith; critical attention to the contemporary human situ- ation; and the practices of ministry and church mission. In consultation with an adviser, each student draws up a course of study to achieve the aims of both the student and the doctoral program. A Doctor of Ministry Practicum (six semester hours), a supervised activity in ministry. This practicum, often done in clinical pastoral education or preach- ing, can also take place in settings as diverse as business, governmental, com- munity, or church agencies where appropriate supervision and learning opportunities with peers are available. In any case, the practicum takes place outside the student's ordinary work situation, providing new perspectives on self, theology, profession, and the needs and challenges of other persons and institutions. A Doctor of Ministry Project Development and Design Workshop (non- credit). Toward the end of the program coursework, each student participates in a project development and design seminar to foster integration and to pre- pare for qualifying examinations and subsequent project proposal develop- ment and writing. 22 A Doctor of Ministry Project (six semester hours). Elements of the course of study converge in the Doctor of Ministry Project. The student must complete a project and a written project report that interprets this project to the seminary community and the larger church. So that the project can be an integrating focus for the entire course of study, students should start thinking about the proposal for the project early in the program. The proposal must be approved by the Advanced Degrees Committee no later than May 1 of the year prior to the anticipated graduation. Students who successfully complete a qualifying examination are permitted to proceed on the project. Ordinarily students con- duct the project in their usual ministerial setting. February 1 is the deadline for provisional approval of the written draft by the project committee; March 1 is the deadline for final completion of the project. Students normally complete the program within four years. Extensions require the permission of the director and the Advanced Degrees Committee. Requirements for the Doctor of Ministry Degree To be eligible for graduation with the D.Min. degree, students are required to: 1. have on file with the seminary a complete and official transcript of credits show- ing graduation with the M.Div degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited insti- tution; a completed health form; standardized test results; 2. complete the thirty-six-hour program and all its requirements (including those listed in Components of the Program) with a minimum 3.00 average; all work must be completed within six years of matriculation; 3. demonstrate to the faculty that they have sustained a sound moral and religious character in seminary life and give promise of useful service in the ministry or other church vocations; 4. pay all bills to the seminary and give assurance that all open accounts in the com- munity and elsewhere have been satisfied; students with education loans must agree to make prompt and regular payments. Students enrolled in the Doctor of Ministry degree program will be assessed an administrative fee of fifty dollars for each half of the year in which they do not regis- ter for credit hours through course work, supervised ministry, or doctoral project research work. Admission to the Doctor of Ministry Program Persons seeking admission to the Doctor of Ministry degree program are required to have a M.Div. or an equivalent degree with a superior academic record (a B aver- age or higher) from a school of theology accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (or an equivalent accrediting body outside the United States and Canada). In addition, applicants are required to have completed at least three years of full- time work in ministry with demonstrated superior professional performance; this work must have been completed after the applicant received the M.Div. degree. To be considered for admission to the D.Min. program, applicants are required to supply the Office of Advanced Studies with: 23 1. an application for admission, including a personal statement; 2. certification of three years of experience in ministry after completion of the M.Div. degree; 3. official transcripts of all work completed after high school, sent directly from the appropriate institutions; 4. three letters of recommendation (on forms provided by Columbia): one academic reference from a seminary or other graduate school professor and two character references from persons who are familiar with the applicant's ministry; in some cases, the Director of Advanced Studies may request a personal interview with the applicant. All U.S. students (citizens or with permanent resident visas) for whom English is a second language must pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) before admission and enrollment for credit can be attained. Those seeking admis- sion must score at least 220 (new format) or 550 (old format). International students who apply to the D.Min. program must follow the guide- lines given under Application Information for International Students. With prior approval of the student's adviser and the Dean of the Faculty, a stu- dent may receive up to six semester hours of transfer credit from another accredited, degree-granting institution. An official transcript of this course work must be for- warded to the Office of Advanced Studies. Each course must be at the graduate level and the grade must be at least a B (3.0 on a scale of 4.0). Students may receive advanced standing credit of up to six semester hours (with the Dean of the Faculty's approval) for clinical or academic work taken before ad- mission into the program, provided the above policies for transfer credit are observed. A course submitted for advanced standing must have been taken no more than five years before entrance into the program. Students may not receive credit for academic work applied toward another degree. Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Counseling The Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) degree is offered through the Atlanta Theological Association by Columbia, Candler School of Theology, and the Interdenominational Theological Center. The program of study is conducted under the direction of the Th.D. Committee of the Atlanta Theological Association. The Th.D. Committee has responsibility for approving student admission to the program, establishing curricu- lum offerings, and certifying candidates for the awarding of the degree. Students may register for courses at any of the seminaries within the A.T. A. Aims of the Program The Th.D. prepares ministers to serve as pastoral counselors in a local church or on the staff of a community counseling center; to serve as consultants to other clergy; and to offer training in pastoral care and counseling. The program is designed to prepare persons for the specialized ministry of pastoral counseling at a doctoral level of competence and for membership at the Fellow level in the American Association 24 of Pastoral Counselors. The degree is intended to be comparable to the Ph.D., but it is designed for those whose interest in pastoral counseling is primarily professional and theological. Program of Study The studies included within the program help students gain an advanced under- standing of appropriate theological and theoretical concepts. Students learn under qualified supervision the application of these concepts in pastoral counseling and how to promote professional integration of theory and skills in both pastoral coun- seling and pastoral guidance. In addition, students design and execute a research project appropriate to their own professional practice that gives evidence of their creative ability to contribute to this aspect of pastoral counseling. Course Work and Practicum In carrying out this program, which should not exceed six years, the student must enroll for a minimum of fifty-four semester hours of academic course work includ- ing clinical supervision through the Pastoral Counseling Practicum. Th.D. students who have finished their course work are required to register for ATA499 for every long semester until the degree is awarded. Introductory seminars (three credits per semester: ATA463, ATA471, ATA473, ATA475) are required in the first four semesters of studies. Students ordinarily enter the pastoral counseling practicum when entering the program of studies and con- tinue in the practicum for four consecutive semesters. Students take one of the Quali- fying Examinations, the Performance Exam in the practice of pastoral counseling, after they complete four semesters in the practicum. The clinical setting for supervi- sion is the Pastoral Counseling Service of the Georgia Association for Pastoral Care. Each student admitted to the program has one member of the pastoral counseling faculty as adviser. Qualifying Examinations Upon completion of fifty-four credits with at least a B average, students may ap- ply to take the Comprehensive Examination, which tests competence in both the content and performance of pastoral counseling. Students are examined in the fol- lowing content areas: I. Personal and Interpersonal Dimensions of Pastoral Counseling Exam 1 Therapeutic relationships and process in relation to personality, de- velopmental theories, psychopathology, and the psychological understanding of religion. Exam 2 Family theory and therapy, related social psychological understand- ings of therapeutic process, and either theory of group process or of consulta- tion and supervision. Exam 3 Pastoral theological methodology, theological anthropology and re- lated theological issues, and the relation of theology to the human sciences. 25 II. Socio-cultural Dimensions of Pastoral Counseling Exam 4 Pastoral counseling as a profession in relation to other professions; its relation to class, race, and gender; its relation to contemporary family, work, and religion; its participation in larger cultural and religious traditions under- stood through such disciplines as cultural anthropology, cultural criticism, and feminist theory. III. Ecclesiological and Ethical Dimension of Pastoral Counseling Exam 5 Pastoral counseling in relation to the history and contemporary theory and practice of pastoral care; theology and ethics of pastoral counseling as a specialized form of the church's ministry. Dissertation Following satisfactory performance in the Qualifying Examination, students en- gage in an approved research project and write a dissertation. Admission to the Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Counseling Program Persons seeking admission to this program must hold the Master of Divinity or equivalent degree with a superior academic record from an accredited institution and must have had post-seminary professional experience in which significant learn- ing and professional promise were evident. In addition, applicants must have sig- nificant experience in ministry (usually three years of full-time employment after completion of the first theological degree) and in clinical pastoral education (usually four consecutive units). To be considered for admission to the Th.D. program, applicants are required to: 1. provide materials for assessment pertaining to their academic record and pro- fessional experience; 2. submit a statement of purpose; 3. supply references and other materials in addition to the application; 4. complete an interview with the inter-seminary admissions committee. The deadline for receipt of all application materials is February 15 of the year for which fall semester admission is requested. Application forms and further general information about the Th.D. program may be obtained from the Director of Th.D. Program or the Director of Advanced Studies. Transfer of Credit for Th.D. Students 1. In planning the student's program with her/his adviser or Th.D. program direc- tor, a student may request credit for work done prior to entry under the following guidelines. The work must have been done at the graduation level within the past five years. A grade of B or better must have been given for the course. The student must be able to show that the work is relevant to the Th.D. program and that the course work was not credited toward a degree which was received. 26 2. Credit for work done after entry into the program at schools and agencies not related to the A.T.A. may be transferred to fulfill requirements for the Th.D. de- gree under the following guidelines: a. Prior to registration for a course for which credit is to be transferred, the stu- dent must have written permission of his/her adviser or the A.T.A. program director and an appropriate officer of the school in which the student is en- rolled. b. The student pays his/her own fees to the school where such work is done at institutions not related to the A.T.A. The number of credits to be allowed within this limitation is, in each instance, subject to the approval of the respective A.T.A. school. 3. A limit of 12 semester hours is placed upon any work done at institutions not related to the A.T.A. The number of credits to be allowed within this limitation is, in each instance, subject to the approval of the respective A.T.A. school. Application forms and further general information about the Th.D. program may be obtained from the Director of Th.D. Program or the Director of Advanced Studies. Application Information for International Students and Exchange Visitors Ordinarily, international students (persons who are not U.S. citizens or perma- nent residents) are accepted only for graduate work beyond the M.Div. level. All international students are expected to have the written recommendation of their denomination. A statement of the student's plans for future work in the student's home country is also required. Any international student taking a course for credit must have an Fl or Jl Student Visa. Persons for which English is not their first language must furnish with the appli- cation recent evidence of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 220 (computer format) or 550 (written format). Upon admission, and before the visa application process can begin, persons must show proof of full financial resources to cover costs which include, but are not lim- ited to, tuition, travel, and living expenses for the entire period of study in the United States. The required 1-20, DS-2019 or other visa documents will not be processed or issued until this completed certificate has been approved. ALL International stu- dents are required to carry the school-sponsored hospitalization insurance, which meets the standards of the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, for them- selves and all accompanying family members. No applicant should come to Atlanta until he or she has received a formal letter of admission to the program from the Admissions Committee. International students coming on special scholarships for a non-degree course of study at Columbia will be evaluated by the International Theological Education Committee for English proficiency to match the nature of their study at Columbia. Students needing additional proficiency in English will be encouraged to take courses in English as a second language in the Atlanta area. 27 All international students should send their applications to the Director of Inter- national Programs. Non-Degree Enrollment and Auditors Students who meet requirements for admission to a basic degree program but do not wish to work toward a degree may be enrolled as Occasional Students to take courses for credit. The Dean of the Faculty must approve their program of study and course selections. They may be admitted by the Dean of the Faculty to take courses of particular interest if prerequisites for each course are satisfied. Occasional Student status must be renewed each academic term. Persons for which English is not their first language must furnish with the application recent evidence of the Test of En- glish as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 220 (computer format) or 550 (written format). Students may audit courses as Occasional Students without taking the TOEFL. Persons taking courses at Columbia for the purposes of transferring credit back to the school in which they are enrolled in a degree program, must complete an appli- cation as an Occasional Student. The application must also include either a letter of good standing from the Dean of the Faculty or an official transcript of work com- pleted at their home institution. It is the responsibility of the student to determine if his or her home institution will accept the credit from Columbia. Regular students, spouses of students, and other members of the community are invited to audit courses with the permission of the instructor and as space is avail- able. Those who wish to audit should register for courses through the Office of the Registrar. Auditors are advised to follow the following procedures: 1. request a class schedule from the Office of the Registrar; 2. select the class to be audited; 3. secure permission from the professor of that class; permission of the professor and available space are required for auditing classes; 4. contact the Office of the Registrar to fill out an Occasional Student application form and a registration form; pending the Dean's approval, registration will be complete. Note: Cost for auditing a course is one-half the cost of regular tuition for a three- credit /one-unit course. Students taking a full-load may audit a class for no charge pending professor's permission. Certification in Christian Education Students can take courses leading to the certification in Christian education. Stu- dents interested should inquire with the Office of Academic Affairs. 28 L : Housing and Financial Information Housing Columbia's housing is reserved for full-time basic degree students. The Office of Admissions distributes housing application forms to applicants when they are ac- cepted. Students should apply for housing as early as possible following their accep- tance and should direct all inquiries about housing to the Business Office. Housing for Single Students Columbia's two residence halls, Florida Hall and Simons-Law Hall, are designed for single students and contain both single rooms and suites. Although most single rooms are fully furnished, several unfurnished rooms are available in Florida Hall. Single rooms in Florida Hall have private baths, while single rooms in Simons-Law Hall have connecting baths. In both halls, furnished and unfurnished suites consist of two rooms and a private bath. Efficiency apartments in both halls are available to single students if these units have not been assigned to married students. Students who live in single rooms and suites are required to participate in Columbia's standard board plan (eighteen meals per week). Housing for Married Students without Children While married students without children are welcome to live in the residence hall suites, most prefer to reside in the efficiency apartments, which include cooking fa- cilities. Married students without children are also eligible for either one or two bed- room apartments on a secondary priority basis (married with children have first priority). Students who reside in efficiencies are not required to participate in the standard board plan. Housing for Students with Children One-to-four-bedroom apartments are available for students with children. Most of these apartments are equipped with washer/ dryer hook-ups. Columbia does not provide refrigerators in these apartments. Housing for Students with Special Needs Columbia has a small number of housing units that are accessible to persons with physical limitations. For information about these units, contact the Business Office. Lease Agreement and Payment A student who has entered into a lease agreement for a seminary housing unit for a term, but who has not yet occupied the unit, is responsible for payment in full unless written notice that the unit will not be used is given to the Vice President for Business and Finance at least two weeks before the first day of classes. In that case, no rent will be charged for that term. In other cases, a refund amount may be given upon the initiative of Columbia. 31 Hospitalization Insurance Basic degree students are required to carry some form of hospitalization insur- ance acceptable to the seminary. Students may purchase group insurance offered to the student body, or they may purchase insurance through other sources. Presbyte- rian students who are inquirers or candidates of their presbyteries' Committees on Preparation for Ministry are eligible to participate in the major medical plan of the Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (USA). International students and all accompanying family members in the United States on J or F visas enrolled in any program of the seminary are required to carry the school-sponsored hospitalization insurance approved by the Immigration and Natu- ralization Service. Once a student is accepted and confirmation of arrival in the United States is made, the insurance application will be submitted and charged to the student's account. Insurance is renewed on an annual basis and remains in effect as long as the student is enrolled at the seminary. Financial Aid The seminary grants financial aid to eligible full-time basic degree students. Eli- gibility is based upon need as determined by the seminary's financial aid policies. Students applying for financial aid complete Columbia's financial aid application, which provides an estimate of their income and expenses, and a Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The difference between a student's income and expenses, as calculated from the established expense norms, constitutes the financial need of the student. After financial need is calculated, financial aid is awarded in the form of work-study and a grant. Students who withdraw from the seminary or become part-time students (2 units or less) during a term forfeit their right to financial aid for the term in which such action is taken. New students who plan to attend Greek School must submit the seminary's fi- nancial aid application form and the FAFSA by June 1. New students entering in the fall must submit the financial aid application form and the FAFSA by August 1. Stu- dents entering in the winter term or spring semester must apply for financial aid no later than four weeks prior to the first day of classes. Returning students must submit the FAFSA by April 22 and return the seminary's financial aid application by April 30. All students should submit applications as early as possible since awards are made as applications are received and are contingent upon the availability of funds. Per- sons interested in more detailed information about the basic degree financial aid program offered by Columbia should contact the Financial Aid Office. Federal Family Education Loan Program The Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program is made available to post- secondary students under the Higher Education Act of 1965 and subsequent amend- ments and is regulated through federal and state agencies. The Stafford subsidized and unsubsidized loans offered under the FFEL program provide preferable interest 32 rates and delay repayment of loans until after the student graduates or has less than half-time status. Columbia Seminary assists students with the application process by determining and certifying student eligibility for loans, including certification of a student's satisfactory academic progress in the course of education for which the monies are borrowed. Funds for Stafford loans are provided by private lenders and are insured by guaranty agencies and reinsured by the federal government. Students enrolled at Columbia may seek loans from the lender of their choice within the state of Georgia or elsewhere. Information pertaining to application procedures and policy regulations for Stafford loans at Columbia may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office. Stafford loans may be used for study abroad in programs approved by the semi- nary and which apply towards the student's degree program. To maintain eligibility for loans and deferment of prior loans, a student in an eligible degree program must continue to be classified as at least half-time and be making satis- factory academic progress as determined by the seminary's Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. Copies of this policy are available from the Registrar's Office and the Financial Aid Office and are published each year in the Student Handbook. When a student withdrawals or drops below half-time status, he or she may no longer be eligible for the entire certified amount of a loan. Federal regulations re- quire that, within thirty days of a change in eligibility, the seminary return to the lender the portion of the loan funds applied to fees (tuition, room, and board) for which the student is no longer eligible. The student will be billed for any resulting amount owed Columbia. Changes in enrollment status and changes in financial as- sistance may also affect loan eligibility. The funds are returned to the Stafford loan programs in the following order: 1. unsubsidized loan program if an unsubsidized loan was certified; 2. subsidized loan program. Federal Work-study The federal work-study program is regulated under the Higher Education Act of 1965 and its subsequent amendments. Federal work-study funds provide some em- ployment opportunities for students. Eligibility for these funds is determined ac- cording to the federal need-analysis formula. Availability of these funds is limited by the seminary's annual allocation. Information pertaining to application proce- dures and policy regulations for federal work-study at Columbia may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office. Veterans Administration Benefits Certification for V.A. benefits is handled through the Office of Student Life. 33 Scholarships for Basic Degree Students Columbia Scholarships Qualified women and men planning to attend Columbia are encouraged to apply for a Columbia Scholarship. This scholarship is for persons accepted into the M.Div. program who have exhibited exceptional academic and leadership abilities during their undergraduate studies and in community involvement and church commit- ments. The Admissions Committee may award up to six Columbia Scholarships for Greek School and the following academic year. The scholarship covers tuition, room, and board at the single student rate. Students may use the Columbia Scholarship for expenses while they are in residence at the seminary as well as for SM210 and 1241. A Columbia Scholarship will be renewed for succeeding years if the recipient main- tains full-time status, retains a 3.60 cumulative grade point average, and continues to show outstanding potential for ministry. Applicants must be citizens of the United States or Canada. A scholarship application and a personal interview are ordinarily required. Application is made through the Office of Admissions and must be re- ceived no later than March 15. Announcement of Columbia Scholarship awards will ordinarily be made by April 15. Recipients who show need over and above a Columbia Scholarship award may be granted financial aid. Such financial aid will include a work-study assignment. Those applying for Columbia Scholarships will automatically be considered for other scholarships if they are not awarded Columbia Scholarships. Honor Scholarships A number of Honor Scholarships have been established at Columbia for full-time M.Div. students. The Admissions Committee awards several scholarships annually to first year students on the basis of academic achievement, leadership in the church and on campus, and demonstration of outstanding promise for the ordained ministry. An Honor Scholarship covers tuition for Greek School and the following academic year. The scholarship will be renewed for succeeding years if the recipient maintains full-time status, retains a 3.40 cumulative grade point average, and continues to show outstanding potential for ministry Students may use this scholarship for tuition while they are in residence at the seminary as well as for SM210 and 1241. Application is made through the Office of Admissions. A scholarship application and a personal in- terview are ordinarily required. Applications must be received no later than March 15. Announcement of Honor Scholarship awards will ordinarily be made by April 15. Recipients who show need over and above an Honor Scholarship award may be granted financial aid. Such financial aid will include a work-study assignment. 34 Merit Scholarships A number of Merit Scholarships are given each year to full-time M.Div. students. They vary in amount and are awarded for the fall, winter, and spring terms. Merit Scholarships may be used for tuition while in residence at the seminary as well as for 1241. Merit Scholarships for entering students are awarded annually by the Admis- sions Committee on the basis of academic achievement, leadership ability, and po- tential for ministry. These scholarships are not renewable. Merit Scholarships are also awarded each year to returning M.Div. students. The Basic Degrees Committee considers all returning students and makes the awards based upon GPA as well as demonstration of promise for ministry. Merit scholarships for returning students are also not renewable. A recipient who shows financial need over and above a Merit Scholarship award may also be granted financial aid. Such financial aid will include a work-study assignment. Racial/Ethnic Scholarships Eligible full-time basic degree students are awarded Racial /Ethnic Scholarships for the fall, winter, and spring terms. Columbia Friendship Circle Scholarships A number of scholarships are funded annually by the Columbia Friendship Circle. These scholarships are awarded to PC(USA) M.Div. degree students by the Basic Degrees Committee upon nomination by the President and Dean of Students in con- sultation with the Office of Development and Seminary Relations. The following criteria are used in making nominations: The student must be a second or third year student (fourth year if the student has been involved in a year- long internship); have demonstrated both a strong commitment to God's call and diligence in studies at Columbia; be a parent with family responsibilities; and have demonstrated financial need. Recipients who show need over and above the Columbia Friendship Circle Schol- arship may be eligible for additional financial aid. Such financial aid will include a work-study assignment. Tuition, Fees, And Other Charges Effective Summer Term Master of Divinity and Master of Arts Degree Candidates Tuition $ 814 Per unit 407 Audit fee per unit Supervised Ministry Fees $ 814 Per unit 35 Other Fees $ 175 1241 Alternative Context, Atlanta (plus 1 unit course fee) 350 1241 Alternative Context, Other U.S. (plus 1 unit course fee) 650 1241 Alternative Context, International (plus 1 unit course fee) Advanced Degree. Candidates and Occasional Students Tuition $ 320 Per credit hour 160 Audit fee per credit hour Supervised Ministry Fees $ 660 SM610, SM680, SM681, SM682, SM683, SM684, SM685 Other Fees $ 875 ATA401 Seminar on Ministry 445 ATA401e (First Session) 445 ATA401e (Second Session) 875 ATA496 Doctoral Project 60 ATA497 Th.M. Research fee (Th.M. candidates only; does not apply to Th.M students enrolled in courses) 60 ATA498 D.Min. Research fee (D.Min. candidates only; does not apply to D.Min. students enrolled in courses) 60 ATA499 Th.D. Research fee (Th.D. candidates only; does not apply to Th.D. students enrolled in courses) 130 D.Min. and Th.M. extension fee (first time) 275 D.Min. and Th.M. extension fee (second time) 25 Thesis binding (per copy) 25 D.Min. Activity (once a year) For all students Other Fees $ 35 Application fee 25 Occasional student application fee 50 Late registration fee (does not apply to D.Min. doctoral practicums and doctoral projects or to Th.M. thesis registration) 100 Commencement fee Board $ 645 Essentials of Greek (Summer Greek School) 1,324 Fall or spring term 345 Winter term Housing Residence Halls $ 407-441 Single room, Summer Greek School 865-927 Single room, fall or spring term 216-237 Single room, winter term 584-642 Suite, Summer Greek School 1,195-1,310 Suite, fall or spring term 299-328 Suite, winter term 376-422 Efficiency units per month 36 Village Apartments, per month $ 577-604 4 Bedrooms 527-578 3 Bedrooms 446-527 2 Bedrooms 422 1 Bedroom Payment of Fees Tuition, fees, room, and board must be paid to the Business Office by the deadline set at the beginning of each term and are subject to change annually. Refund Policies Tuition Subject to the following schedule, students are entitled to refunds when they drop a course or withdraw from school with approval from the seminary. A course is con- sidered dropped or a student is considered to have withdrawn from the seminary at the time the Registrar receives written notice to that effect. A. Fall and spring term classes (full-term): By the end of the: First week 100% Second week 80% Fourth week 50% Sixth week 25% After sixth week 0% B. Classes less than nine weeks and greater than five weeks in duration: By the end of the: Third day of class 100% Second week 50% Third week 25% After third week 0% C. Winter term classes and other classes three to five weeks in duration: By the end of the: Second day of class 100% Fifth day of class 50% After fifth day of class 0% D. Two week classes: By the end of the: First day of class 100% Third day of class 50% After third day of class 0% No refund of course supervision fees or of clinical pastoral education fees will be made. 37 Room and Board A student who has entered into a lease agreement for a seminary housing unit for a term or semester is responsible for payment in full unless written notice that the unit will not be used is given to the Vice President for Business and Finance at least two weeks before 1 the first day of classes. In that case, a 100 percent refund will be made. In other cases, a refund amount may be given upon the initiative of the semi- nary. A minimum charge of one month's rent will be assessed as a penalty for break- ing a lease. A student who otherwise is required to be on the seminary's board plan, but who has a sufficient medical reason for withdrawing from board status, may be granted a full refund if a written request is made to the Vice President for Business and Fi- nance at least one week before the first day of classes. The seminary's Vice President for Business and Finance determines the validity of an exemption from the board plan, in consultation with the seminary's Food Service Director. A student who withdraws or drops out of school must vacate seminary housing and cease using its dining facilities or be held liable for room and board charges beyond his or her last date of attendance. Financial Assistance A student who withdraws from the seminary or becomes a part-time student (2 units or less) forfeits any financial assistance (scholarships and financial aid) pre- viously awarded for the term in which such action occurs. : : 38 , $ >***/ , ' Resources and Related Academic Programs The John Bulow Campbell Library Named for John Bulow Campbell, an Atlanta benefactor and member of Columbia's Board of Trustees during the 1930s, the library serves as a learning re- source center for the seminary community. The library offers resources to provide for student and faculty research and to extend the work of the classroom. The library's collections, accessible through a web-based catalog, include over 145,000 books, periodical volumes, video and audiocassettes, microforms, compact discs, and church records. Particular subject strengths include biblical studies; his- torical and contemporary theology, particularly in the Reformed traditions; Ameri- can Presbyterianism; pastoral counseling; and practical theology. Special collections have been developed in the areas of Asian Christianity, Southern Presbyterianism, children's literature, and religious art. The Rare Books Room displays over six thou- sand volumes from the early nineteenth-century library of South Carolina Presbyte- rian pastor Thomas Smyth. Information services include a staffed central reference desk, e-mail reference ser- vice, computer workstations with Internet access, information technology assistance, and media services. The library's participation in GALILEO (Georgia Library Learn- ing Online) provides access to over one hundred databases indexing thousands of periodicals and scholarly journals. Other online resources include encyclopedias, foreign and domestic newspapers, business and community directories, government publications, and a comprehensive Internet subject index and guide. The library's membership in two primary consortia, the Atlanta Theological As- sociation (A.T.A.) and the Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education (ARCHE), provides Columbia's faculty and students with free access to the libraries of twenty-seven other academic institutions in the Atlanta area, including five major research libraries and six other theological collections. The Griffith Children's Library Unique to theological libraries, the Griffith Children's Library provides books and other materials for use in the spiritual formation of children. This child-friendly lab environment for storytelling and direct interaction also includes a viewing room for evaluation and response. The C. Benton Kline, Jr. Special Collections and Archives The archive collection, named for Columbia's fifth president, is the designated place of record for all seminary and faculty publications, and is available for schol- arly use. A specially controlled climate protects and preserves rare books, institu- tional and historical documents, and memorabilia related to the history and development of the seminary. 41 Media Services Media Services provides a wealth of multi-media production assistance, includ- ing digital video and audio production, presentation production and support, and audio-visual support for classes. New areas being explored are distance learning and streaming audio/video production in conjunction with campus classes to stu- dents and laypersons throughout the world. The Columbia Bookstore Columbia's bookstore, located in the Richards Center, provides books and sup- plies at a discount for students who wish to begin building and expanding their own theological libraries. The bookstore also serves pastors, laypersons, and churches all over the Southeast. Its inventory includes a wide selection of standard and current books in the historical-doctrinal area, spirituality, practical theology, Bible, and homi- letics. In addition, the bookstore offers commentaries on the Old and New Testa- ments and books related to women's studies, African American studies, world missions, and evangelism. The bookstore is ordinarily open from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with special hours during campus events. Related Academic Programs In addition to the basic and advanced degree programs, Columbia offers a wide variety of academic opportunities. Some of these are offered in relationship with other educational institutions; others are special emphases of Columbia. Atlanta Theological Association Through the Atlanta Theological Association (A.T.A.), Columbia enjoys academic and professional affiliations with Candler School of Theology, Erskine Theological Seminary, Interdenominational Theological Center, and Lutheran Theological South- ern Seminary. The association develops and coordinates educational programs and resources of these member institutions, which include approximately sixteen hun- dred students, two hundred faculty, and a combined library collection of 600,000 volumes. Among significant and promising cooperative endeavors, in addition to the Doctor of Theology and Doctor of Ministry degree programs, are cross registra- tion, sharing of faculty, library and lectureship resources, inter-seminary courses, and experimental programs in various academic disciplines and professional spe- cializations. Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education Columbia is a founding institution of the metropolitan Atlanta consortium of in- stitutions of higher education (ARCHE). ARCHE'S mission is to provide member institutions with services tht help expand eductional opportunities, promote aca- demic excellence, and foster cultural diversity for students, faculty and staff. To pro- vide collaborative opportunities for member institutions to develop new resources and realize cost savings in ways that otherwise would not be available to members individually and to inform civic and business leaders and the general public of the direct and indirect ways in which higher education benefits the Atlanta region and the State of Georgia. 42 Cross-Registration at Area Schools Columbia students may cross-register for courses at schools that belong to either the A.T.A. or the ARCHE. Cross-registration forms are available in the registrar's office at each school. Students may cross-register for a course on a space-available basis. Students may cross-register for a maximum of two courses per term, and the combined load may not exceed the full-time allowable load on the home campus. Students register and pay regular tuition and fees to the home institution. Cross-Registration at Theological Institutions of the Presbyterian Church (USA) A policy of reciprocal cross-registration at the ten theological institutions of the Presbyterian Church (USA) is designed to strengthen the theological education of persons preparing for ministry in the denomination. This policy permits students registered in master's degree programs to take courses at any of the other institu- tions without paying additional tuition. Tuition for a course is charged at the home institution. For additional information, contact the Office of Academic Affairs. Clinical Pastoral Education Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), a firsthand learning experience under certified supervision, provides theological students and pastors with opportunities for inten- sive study of pastoral relationships. It seeks to make clear in understanding and practice the resources, methods, and meanings of the Christian faith as expressed through pastoral care. Columbia's membership in the Association for Clinical Pasto- ral Education means that its students will be given priority of choice in institutions elected, especially those listed within the Southeast. Programs in Other Locations Appalachian Ministries Educational Resource Center Columbia is a member of the Appalachian Ministries Educational Resource Cen- ter (AMERC), a seminary consortium that facilitates contextualized theological edu- cation for students interested in the Appalachian region or rural ministry. Through its educational programs, normally offered in the summer and January terms, stu- dents have the opportunity to learn about Appalachia, its people and history, its values and religion, and its needs and issues for ministry. For information about AMERC courses, contact the Office of Supervised Ministry. The Middle-East Seminar Columbia sponsors a summer travel seminar consisting of a three-week study trip to Israel, Jordan, and Greece. Subsidized by a private foundation, the program is directed by Dr. Max Miller, Professor of Old Testament Studies at Candler School of Theology. It is limited to five students from each of the schools and five laypersons selected from positions of leadership in the Southeast. 43 The program has two purposes: (1) to provide an in-depth study tour of the area that stands at the center of our biblical heritage and plays such a crucial role in cur- rent international affairs and (2) to provide a context in which the leaders of tomorrow's church can get to know each other and develop close bonds of under- standing and friendship. In addition, the program offers opportunity for extended interchange between students who are preparing for professional careers in the church and laypersons who are playing key roles in business and community affairs. National Capital Semester for Seminarians Columbia is a participating institution in the National Capital Semester for Semi- narians, organized by Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, D. C. The program provides students an opportunity to spend a semester in Washington for study and involvement in the processes of government and the concerns of the churches. The design includes an interaction /reflection seminar, supervised study, and the oppor- tunity to select other courses in Washington institutions. For detailed information, contact the Office of Academic Affairs. '! 44 Columbia in Service to the Church and Its Ministry Columbia's mission is to serve as a theological resource not only to students within degree programs, but also to pastors and laypersons. Through its lifelong learning programs and special events, Columbia offers opportunities for people throughout the church to grow in faith and service. Continuing Education Continuing education is lifelong learning for ministry. A part Columbia's special mission in the service of the church, lifelong learning - for pastors, educators, other church professionals and laypersons - undergirds spiritual, academic, professional and personal enrichment and growth. The goal of continuing education is to assist pastors and church leaders in acquir- ing knowledge, skills and insights that will help them in bringing the reality of the whole gospel message to the whole person in complex, rapidly changing cultural contexts of ministry. To accomplish this goal, continuing education programs at Co- lumbia address a broad range of topics from a variety of perspectives and offer pas- tors and church leaders opportunities to learn together- from gifted teachers, from other pastors, and from the traditions of the church as they seek to address issues and concerns of ministry. A variety of events are scheduled each year. The January seminars, a combination of worship and workshops designed primarily for clergy, is a Columbia tradition. Other events, which may be hosted on- or off-campus, include topics such as tech- nology in the church, stewardship and resource issues, leadership formation and development, life-stages ministry, theology, and pastoral care. In addition, contem- plative retreat programs for men and women and synod or presbytery-specific events are conducted. A partnership with Eckerd College in Florida is a new venture, beginning in Feb- ruary 2004. This inaugural event features Walter Brueggemann and Carl Holladay addressing "Prophetic Voices: Biblical Faith in Changing Cultures." We continue to offer seminars in conjunction with the Spirituality Program on topics such as Every- day Sacraments and Embodied Holiness. Several programs are offered on an application basis. The Guthrie Scholars pro- gram is offered twice a year, offering invited scholars to campus to engage their choice of topics from a Reformed perspective. Bodybuilding for Ministry invites CTS graduates serving their first calls to return to campus for a week of renewal, rest and recreation. The S3 Project, funded by a grant from the Lily Foundation, involves peer-learning groups in self-directed projects designed to foster Sabbath, study, and service and encourage pastoral excellence. The seminary covers all costs for these programs, except travel. Application may be made through the Continuing Educa- tion Office. 45 Individual study is available to clergy and other church professionals who wish to spend time on the campus working in the library and consulting with a faculty member. The Director of Continuing Education will facilitate this kind of on-campus directed study. A calendar of events is maintained on the seminary website, and is available upon request. For more information on continuing education opportunities, please con- tact the Continuing Education office. Lay Institute of Faith and Life Since 1987, the Lay Institute of Faith and Life has been equipping laity for minis- try in the world and in the church. The Institute offers courses, seminars, retreats, and workshops designed to help Christian laypersons become better theologians and more faithful followers of Christ in all of life home, work place, church, com- munity, world. Among the ongoing programs at the Lay Institute are Lay Schools of Bible and Theology offered in the fall and winter. Courses offered include biblical studies, the- ology, church history, ethics, and spiritual formation. Other regular programs in- clude faith-in-the-workplace seminars, monthly study groups in theology-and- literature and faith-and-film, and individual and juried art exhibitions. Also avail- able are week-long and weekend classes for the Presbyterian Women's Bible study, Summer Lay Scholars Week, and Directed Study opportunities. The Institute also offers courses taught in local churches. The Institute's staff is available to consult with presbyteries and congregations in all areas of lay educa- tion. For more information about the Institute and its programs, please contact the Lay Institute of Faith and Life. Faith and the City The Faith and the City Program seeks to nurture a spirit of mutual community, shared responsibility, and common destiny among the citizens of the Atlanta metro- politan region. Moreover, the impact of the project intends to be broader than the Atlanta region. Faith and the City seeks to develop the capacity for ministerial and public leadership in all clergy and clergy-in-training so that they might be leaders wherever they serve. Through multidisciplinary curriculum enhancement, community involvement initiatives, independent studies, cooperative efforts with other Columbia programs, forums, and special events, Faith and the City seeks to help Columbia's faculty, staff, and students be a part of public decisions as they are made and carried out. Faith and the City is enriched by being a cooperative effort between Columbia, Candler School of Theology at Emory University, and Interdenominational Theo- logical Center. 46 Center for New Church Development Columbia established the Center for New Church Development (NCD) in 1997. The Center has a three-fold focus: teaching, research, and consultation with clergy and laity involved in the mission of beginning new congregations. The Center provides programs, NCD internships, conferences, and basic and ad- vanced degree courses, including a D.Min. specialization in NCD. These learning opportunities are open to Columbia students, new church development pastors and their spouses, potential new church development pastors, and church leaders who assist the nurture of new congregations. The Center has recently completed an extensive ecumenical study of new church development and new church leadership. This research explored the effect of new church development on denominational membership growth, provided an empiri- cal basis for profiles of new church development pastors, and focused on different profiles of new church development leadership that were found in racially and eth- nically diverse communities. For more information, please contact the Center for New Church Development. International Theological Education Columbia is committed to the task of preparing students for ministry in a world that is shrinking rapidly and where preoccupation with parochial concerns is no longer an option. A varied program of international education has emerged from serious, cross-cultural dialogue with church leaders in other parts of the world. His- torically, more than seventy percent of the second year M.Div. students have partici- pated in one of Columbia's international programs. These programs include: 1. An international component for the second year course, "Alternative Context For Ministry." Students may choose to take this course in an international setting. During the 2003-2004 academic year three international alternative contexts for ministry were offered: Mexico, Jamaica, and Central Europe. 2. A three-week Middle East Seminar in late May and early June. 3. Supervised ministry placements for Columbia students in Caribbean churches under the supervision of experienced Caribbean pastors. 4. Exchange programs and internships in England, Germany, Jamaica, Kenya, South Africa, Korea, Scotland, and Switzerland. 5. A joint Doctor of Ministry program with the United Theological College of the West Indies. Many of the classes are held in Kingston, Jamaica. 6. International students, faculty, and pastors working and studying on the Colum- bia campus. 7. A two week D. Min. course held at the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Cuba with Cuban pastors on issues of ministry in a changing world. 8. A January pilgrimage to the Holy Land. For further information, write to the Director of International Theological Education. 47 Campbell Scholars The Campbell Scholars Seminar, named in honor of Columbia's former trustee and benefactor John Bulow Campbell, began in the fall of 2000. The seminar's purpose is to help Columbia and the church think more clearly about the mission of the church in the 21 st century. Scholars and pastors from around the world are invited to participate. Dr. Walter Brueggemann, McPheeters Professor of Old Testament, convened the 2000 Campbell Scholars Seminar. The theme was "Mission of the Church in the Twenty- First Century: Mission as Hope in Action." Dr. Catherine Gonzalez, Professor of Church History, convened the 2001 Campbell Scholar Seminar. The theme was "Context and Catholicity: One Faith or Many?" The 2002 seminar was convened by Dr. Kathleen O'Connor, Professor of Old Testament Language, Literature, and Exegesis, and ad- dressed the theme: "Mission in a World of Hunger." The 2004 seminar will be con- vened by Dr. Erskine Clarke, Professor of American Religious History and will address the theme "The Mission of the Church in an Age of Religious Violence." Evangelism Emphasis In 1981 Columbia initiated a program in evangelism. Under the direction of the Peachtree Associate Professor of Evangelism and Church Growth, a program of courses for basic and advanced degree students has been developed that focuses on the church's evangelistic mission in the rapidly changing context of North America. Students wishing to emphasize evangelism and mission are urged to include an in- ternship (from one summer to one year) in a teaching congregation with strong missional commitments. In addition to course offerings, the professor works with the Thompson Scholars Program, a continuing education opportunity that brings to the campus pastors from the PC(USA). The ten-day intensive study experience pre- pares evangelism leaders for the future. Christian Spirituality Emphasis and Certificate in Spiritual Formation Columbia offers study and growth opportunities in the spiritual life. Christian spirituality explores our individual and communal relationship with God how it is initiated, affirmed, and nurtured. Spiritual development demands that hard ethical questions about the living of faith in a changing world be asked. To respond to the growing interest to Christian spirituality, since 1995 Columbia has offered a Certificate in Spiritual Formation, designed for both laypersons and ministers who want to be attentive to spiritual growth. While the work is challeng- ing, no specific degree is required as a prerequisite. The program is designed for completion within a three-year period. Courses are offered in one- week or weekend segments throughout the year, with a total of six elective courses plus the Immersion Week, a practicum, and a pilgrimage requirement. A sampling of elective courses in the Certificate Program include Spirituality and the Formation of Community, Prayer in Many Forms, History of Christian Spirituality, Literature and Practice of Spiritual Direction, New Testament Spirituality, Old Testament Spirituality, Spirituality of Compassion, Teaching Spiritual Formation, Reformed Spirituality, Personality Type and Spirituality and the Spirituality of Thomas Merton to name a few. 48 Basic degree students and their spouses may participate in offerings of the Spiri- tual Formation program. A student may complete several components of the Certifi- cate in Spiritual Formation while at seminary. However, two major components in the Certificate in Spiritual Formation, the Practicum and the Pilgrimage, occur in the student's first ministry setting following graduation. In recent years most graduates have completed the 2-4 electives post graduation and then go on to do their Practicum and Pilgrimage to receive their Certificate. The Spirituality program provides struc- ture and resources to help seminarians nurture their understanding, experience, and practice of the Christian life as they prepare for the ministries to which God is calling them. There are additional opportunities for spiritual formation at Columbia which maybe counted towards the Certificate in Spiritual Formation or which may simply be enjoyed as part of community life. These include but are not limited to participa- tion in Spiritual Direction, attending a fireside chat with a speaker from the pro- gram, walking the Labyrinth, or offering an act of sendee and mercy in the community. The Journeyers newsletter provides information on Columbia's spirituality em- phasis and includes book suggestions, upcoming courses and events, and renewal opportunities. A subscription is free. For more information, please contact the Spiri- tuality Program. Columbia Colloquium Designed for both clergy and laity, Columbia's Colloquium is a major annual event that examines the life of the church. The three-day event takes place each April. Ac- tivities include worship services, lectures, and formal and informal occasions for visiting with guest speakers, faculty members, and friends. The Alumni/ae Associa- tion dinner occurs during this time. Smyth Lectures The Smyth Lectures at Columbia were begun in 1911 by the bequest of the Rev. Thomas Smyth, D.D., pastor of Second Presbyterian Church in Charleston, South Carolina. The aim was to establish "a course of lectures on the fundamental prin- ciples of the Christian faith." The Smyth Lectures are presented to the seminary com- munity and are open to all ministers and laypersons who wish to attend. The Southern Institute For Business And Professional Ethics In 2000, Columbia and The Southern Institute for Business and Professional Eth- ics became partners in order to encourage common interests and mutually beneficial programs. From corporate leadership forums to high school classrooms, the South- ern Institute emphasizes the practical benefits of ethical discourse and education, offering innovative programs, services, and resources that address the challenges of today's complex world of business and the professions. Individuals and organiza- tions as well as tomorrow's leadership are the focus of the institute's programs. 49 It . ; rr*; Campbell Scholars 2000 Joanna Adams Russel Botman Walter Brueggemann Douglas J. Hall James Lowry Damayanthi Niles Ofelia M. Ortega Janos Pasztor 2001 Nan-Jou Chen Oliver Daley Catherine Gonzalez Justo Gonzalez Joseph Harvard Tinyiko Sam Malueke Kimberly Richter Henrich Scheffer 2002 Christina Conti Severino Croatto Mark Gray Ambrose Moyo Kathleen O'Connor Mercy Oduyoye Lib McGregor Simmons Norbert Stephens 2004 Fahed Abu-Akel Eberhard Busch Maake Masango Judo Poerwowidagdo Catherine Taylor United States South Africa United States Canada United States Sri Lanka Cuba Hungary Taiwan Jamaica United States United States/Caribbean United States South Africa United States Germany Argentina Argentina Ireland Zimbabwee United States Ghana United States Jamaica United States Germany South Africa Indonesia United States 117 Calendar 2004-2007 2004-2005 2005-2006* 2006-2007* Summer First Summer Term June 21-July 2 June 20-July 1 June 19-30 Greek School July 6-August 27 July 5-August 26 July 3- August 25 Second Summer Term July 6-July 16 July 5-15 July 3-July 14 Fall Planning Retreat August 31- September 1 August 30-31 August 29-30 Labor Day September 6 September 5 September 4 Orientation/ Registration September 7-8 September 6-7 September 5-6 Classes begin September 9 September 8 September 7 Convocation/ Honors Day September 9 September 8 September 7 Ordination exams September 17-18 September 16-17 September 15-16 Smyth Lectures October 12-14 October 11-13 October 10-12 Reading /Exam Week October 25-29 October 24-28 October 23-27 Conference on Ministry November 5-7 November 4-6 November 3-5 Thanksgiving Holiday November 25-26 November 24-25 November 23-24 Classes end December 10 December 9 December 8 Reading /Exam Week December 13-17 December 12-16 December 11-15 Winter Alternative Context/ M.Div. electives begin/ D.Min. classes begin January 3 January 9 January 8 D.Min. classes end January 14 January 20 January 19 King Holiday January 17 January 16 January 15 Alternative Context ends/M.Div. exams January 21 January 27 January 26 Spring Classes begin January 31 February 6 February 5 Bible Content Exam February 4 February 3 February 2 Ordination exams February 18-19 February 17-18 February 16-17 Conference on Ministry February 25-27 February 24-26 February 23-25 Reading /Exam Week March 14-18 March 20-24 March 19-23 Good Friday March 25 April 14 April 6 Spring Break April 4-8 April 3-7 April 2-6 Colloquium April 18-20 April 17-19 April 16-18 Classes end May 6 May 12 May 11 Reading /Exam Week May 9-13 May 15-19 May 14-18 Baccalaureate May 14 May 20 May 19 Commencement May 15 May 21 May 20 Tentative 118 Index Admissions: Doctor of Ministry 23 Doctor of Theology 26 Master of Arts in Theological Studies 16 Master of Divinity 13 Master of Theology 18 International Students 27 Advanced Placement 93 Advising: Master of Divinity 10 Doctor of Ministry 22 Alternative Context 47 Alumni /Alumnae Association 114 Atlanta Theological Association Courses 88 Auditors 28 Awards 54 Biblical Area 61 Board of Trustees 115 Bookstore 42 Campbell Scholars 48 Center for New Church Development 47 Christian Spirituality Emphasis and Certificate 48 Clinical Pastoral Education 43 Colloquium 49 Continuing Education 45 Convocations 51 Courses of Instruction 60 Cross Registration 43 Curriculum, Visual Representation ... 10 Doctor of Ministry 17 Christian Spirituality Approach .... 21 Gospel and Culture Approach 20 New Church Development Approach 21 Pastoral Counseling Approach 21 Doctor of Theology in Pastoral Counseling 24 Elective System: Master of Divinity 9 Doctor of Ministry 22 Faith and the City 46 Fellowships 56 Financial Aid and Assistance 32, 38 Grading 93 Greek School, Summer 93 Guthrie Scholars 45 Historical Doctrinal Area 66 Housing 31 Independent Study 96 Insurance 32 Interdisciplinary Courses 83 International Theological Education 47 Lay Institute of Faith and Life 46 Library 41 Master of Arts in Theological Studies 14 Master of Divinity 7 Master of Theology 17 Mid-Course Assessment 12 Moral Conduct 95 Non-Degree Enrollment, Occasional 28 Ordination Exams 93 Orientation 51 Placement 53 Practical Theology Area 74 Probation 94 Refund Policies 37 Room and Board 38 Scholarships 34 Smyth Lectures 49 Student Organizations and Activities 52 Supply Preaching 53 Supervised Ministry 85 Suspension /Expulsion 97 Tuition and Fees 35 Thompson Scholars 48 TOEFL 47 Tranfer Credit 14, 15, 24 Withdrawal 96 Worship 51 119 TEAR OFF AND SEND FOR FURTHER INFORMATION I would like to learn more about Columbia. 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