Life University

INSTITUTIONAL INFORMATION AND POLICIES

Mission. At life University, it is our mission to be a biblically centered institution of higher learning that is committed to the advancement of spiritual, intellectual, personal and professional growth of its students. The university extends the knowledge and truth of the Bible to all of its educational and spiritual programs and activities so that our students will benefit from the highest standard of scholarship.

The mission of Life University is to offer exemplary education through its language programs and undergraduate and graduate degrees in the fields of Theology, Business, and Alternative (Asian/Oriental) Medicine which are grounded in the context of biblical teaching and higher learning. In pursuing these goals, the university seeks to cultivate in its students:

* Intellectual and academic integrity, informal ethical values, and biblical character;

* Tolerance of social differences and diversity of cultures, and courageous aspirations towards the best for one's life, family, society, and the world at large;

* Creativity in critical thinking, intellectual problem-solving through effective reading and

research, clear writing, and articulate speech;

* Inner drive and aptitude to exercise personal, professional, and social leadership in his or

her chosen field of endeavor;

* A sense of a personal joy and fulfillment;

* A sensitivity to the needs of others and commitment to the betterment of humanity;

* Encourage a commitment to the Christian life, one of actively communicating the Christian

faith, personal integrity, and social responsibility which, as it is lived out points people to

Jesus Christ as the Lord of the universe and their own personal Savior;

The university will achieve its mission through emphasizing and supporting excellence in teaching, in pure and applied research, and inn public service consistent with the educational emphases and goals of the university. In fulfilling of the mission, Life University recognizes its duty to:

* Maintain a learning environment that will attract and challenge outstanding students;

* Prepare its students to succeed in rigorous professional programs;

* Provide a physical environment and support services that will help members of the

university achieve their educational goals, enhance their development, and further serve as a source of pride to the university;

Purpose. Life University is intent on helping students prepare themselves to pursue their careers and become leaders in their communities. It is the goal of Life University to provide comprehensive education, as well as, professional training towards the award of an undergraduate or graduate degree. Life University focuses mainly on academic excellence with its faith-based, well-structured curricula that will result in highly knowledgeable and prepared graduates.

Objectives. The university seeks to educate men and women in undergraduate and graduate programs to produce professionals who:

* Are broadly educated with a biblical foundation and world view.

* Appreciate with discernment the breadth of ideas and creative expressions that have

shaped humanity.

* Will be able to evaluate knowledge from a Biblical perspective.

* Apply critical thinking in order to reason logically, use a broad range of investigative

approaches, and exercise faith appropriately in the process of critical thinking.

* Hold and apply a biblically-based system of values and beliefs.

* Develop a commitment to cross-cultural understanding and engagement in order to

function and serve in a diverse world.

* Develop skills for independent thinking and analytical reasoning.

* Are prepared for graduate school or for a vocation in his or her chosen field of study.

* Participate in service and experiential learning opportunities.

* Demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to their

fields and levels of study.

* Demonstrate competence in written and oral expression, as well as, observing the

conventions of their discipline.

* Integrate major fields of study with a biblical world view.

* Articulate and live out a biblical world view.

* Engage in their vocations as faithful stewards of God's calling.