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HANDBOOK

FEDERAL APPROVAL
 

Ozark Bible Institute and College is approved for the education of veterans under the various acts of Congress and also by the federal government for student benefits under the Social Security Acts. Students should contact the nearest VA or Social Security office for necessary forms and information.

DISTRICT APPROVAL
 

The school is also approved by the District Presbytery of the Southern Missouri District Council of the Assemblies of God.

PURPOSE                                                                                               

Ozark Bible Institute and College is an outgrowth of a need recognized by spiritual leaders for the emphasizing of the Bible and Bible holiness, and of the earnest desire of a large number of spiritual young people who wish to continue their education in a school where Bible standards of Christian experience and holy living are maintained.

The one great objective of Ozark Bible Institute and College is that God may help Himself to young lives. The purpose of the school is to glorify God by providing a Bible education for young men and women and an opportunity to prepare themselves as Christian workers for useful service in the world's whitened harvest fields. To this end, special attention is given to lead the young people into definite Christian experiences; encouraging all students to live consistent, Christian lives to establish them in the fundamental doctrines of the Bible; and to foster a missionary and an evangelistic interest.

The school is intended to be more than an educational institution; it is indeed intended to be a Christian training home where young people receive a most helpful training in practical duties of life in an atmosphere truly Christian.

The student interested in one of the areas of full-time Christian service should seriously evaluate the objectives and aims stated on the following page to ensure that his personal ambitions correspond with the aims of this institution.

FACILITIES

Classes are held in conjunction with Ozark Christian Academy in a large, two-story building on twenty acres of school property. It is a part of the Kesler Memorial Complex.

DORMITORIES

The Founder's Hall dormitory for women was completed in 1973 and can house 60 students.

The Mitchell-Dennis Memorial Hall for men was completed in 1974 and provides space for 56 residents.

MARRIED HOUSING

Housing is not provided for married students. However, the school will assist those having difficulty locating suitable housing.

PUBLICATIONS

The STANDARD BEARER is a promotional arm of the school. Published bimonthly, the paper gives news of the school as well as featuring articles of interest to conservative people everywhere.

The STANDARD is OBI's yearbook produced by a student staff. It gives a pictorial account of the school year.

ADMISSIONS

ADMISSION

Any person of approved Christian character who will agree to abide by the rules of the school may apply for admission.

It is the Ozark Bible Institute and College policy not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, or handicap in its educational programs, admissions, or housing.

All freshmen and transfer students must fill out an application form and return it along with a $25.00 non- refundable registration fee and picture to Ozark Bible Institute and College.

A request should be made to the student's high school for a transcript to be sent to Ozark Bible Institute and College. (If transfer student, college transcript should also be sent.)

The Administration is in charge of admissions. The Registrar carries on all correspondence pertaining thereto. All applications should be received in the Registrar's office at least thirty days prior to registration.

The application and recommendations shall be presented to the Administration for approval or disapproval. The applicant will then be notified of the decision.

Any extension of the deadline will be reviewed by the Administration to determine eligibility.

A Student Handbook will be sent to each applicant and should be read before returning the application for enrollment.

Registration dates are listed in our school brochure. There will be a $25.00 plus $5.00 per day late registration fee charged to those who do not register on the dates given.

All new students will be on probation the first quarter when they come to Ozark Bible Institute and College. At the end of this period, the student's record will be reviewed by the Administration as to the student's conduct, grades, and attitude. After the review, the student will be interviewed to evaluate his/her progress.

A re-application fee of $25.00 is charged to students who make application for a specific term but fail to register, withdraw before they have completed a full semester, or attended then missed a semester.

AUDITING

Permission to register for audit must be obtained from the Registrar. A person requesting such auditing must pay all fees related to that course in the Business Office.

CHANGE OF CLASSES

If a student wishes to drop a course after registration, he should do so during the first quarter of school.

Courses dropped after the Drop deadline will be recorded as a "Failure" on the transcript unless the drop is due to an emergency.

Students desiring to add a class must do so during the first week of school. However, there will be a $10 "Change of Class" charge for schedule changes made after registration.

THE HANDBOOK

The handbook is subject to change without further notice. Students in doubt about any portion should consult with persons responsible for the area in question.

SUMMER PROGRAM

Ozark Bible Institute and College has developed several pace courses that can be taken during the summer for college credit. Please see the Registrar for further information.

    FINANCIAL INFORMATION

The continuance of the high quality of spiritual education provided young men and women at Ozark Bible Institute and College is dependent upon the many Christian people who back this work, prayerfully and materially.

If the students were required to pay the actual full cost of their education, there would be very few who would have the financial means to attain their goals. Ozark Bible Institute and College cannot look to taxes and mandatory public support as many colleges do. Part of the operation expenses comes from gifts by individual Christians and their churches. This enables Ozark Bible Institute and College to keep the tuition at a very modest level in these days of high living costs.

It is very important that the college teach and discipline the students to keep their lives free from the burden and practice of debt or pauperism. (See Romans 13:8 and 2 Thessalonians 3:7-15.)

Once a student has incurred a school obligation, he/she should take responsibility to see that it is met. Utilities, food, and maintenance bills continue, and someone must pay them. Faithfulness in this area is essential to a victorious Christian life. Returning students should plan to clear the past year's account before incurring additional debt.

It is also important and right that the college shall not waste its resources, so sacrificially provided by God's people, by a policy of carelessness in collecting the tuition and fee assessments.

The Business Office is always considerate in making arrangements with students. After the arrangements are made, it is highly important that the students fulfill their obligation accordingly. If for any reason that is impossible, the Business Manager should be immediately consulted so that other arrangements can be made. Do not leave him guessing!

 The school has a limited work program whereby a few students can work to pay a portion of their account. Students who owe an amount may be asked to work on the program. Refusal to work could lead to dismissal. A work program application is available for those who wish to apply for those few jobs available.

SETTLEMENT OF ACCOUNTS

Regardless of Work/Loan arrangements or student loans, ALL students must pay as follows before enrollment is complete.

Dorm students-$1,000 in the fall, $550 in the spring.

Non-Dorm students-$550 in the fall, $265 in the spring.

New students in the spring should bring the fall semester amount.

Tuition, room, and other fees for a school term may be paid by the year or by the semester. A discount (5% of tuition and room) is given when all semester costs are paid at registration. If monthly payments are to be the manner of caring for the obligation, then arrangements must be made with the President/Business Manager. Any student whose account is not current at the 10th of each month may be charged a late fee.

Prices and amounts required to enroll are subject to change without notice.

The interim period is not a part of the academic year, and any student who receives permission from the Business Office to remain on campus during the interim period will be charged a nominal rate per day for his room.

REFUND POLICY

At the beginning of the school year, Ozark Bible Institute and College must assume certain financial obligations based on student enrollment. The expenses continue for the school even though the student should leave the school. A fair refund policy for both the student and the school is essential.  Written application must be made by the student to the Registrar and Academic Dean for official withdrawal from the school. A refund will be credited to the student's account, and any resulting credit balance will be refunded by check.  Refund credit will be computed as of the date on which the application is made to the Dean of Academics.  Unless the school is otherwise directed by parents, financial adjustments and refunds will be made to the student. He may receive an honorable dismissal and any refunds due him provided he has met all his financial obligations to the school, has completed all forms for withdrawal, and is in good standing.

Tuition, room, and board fee refunds may be made on the following schedule:

Period of Attendance (including any breaks)      Account will be adjusted by the amount below

No credit will be given after 9 weeks. No refunds will be given less than $10.00. Books and other fees are non-refundable. No class/drop refunds are given after the 9^th week.

REFUND POLICY FOR VETERANS OR ELIGIBLE PERSONS

A refund of the unused portion of tuition, fees, and other charges will be made to veterans or eligible persons who fail to enter or fail to complete the course as required by Veterans Administration Regulations. The refund will be within ten percent of an exact pro rata refund. No more than $10.00 of the established registration fee will be retained if a veteran or eligible person fails to enter the course.

STUDENT

INFORMATION

SPIRITUAL LIFE AND ACTIVITIES

Chapel Services

    There are several services each week. Attendance is required of all students who have classes on these days. Any exceptions will be made by the school. These services are varied; they may be devotional, evangelistic, instructive, or missionary in nature. Often students will be privileged to hear visiting speakers. (Dormitory students also have a required prayer meeting each Monday.)

Church Services

A growing, thriving local church in connection with the Institute and College provides an excellent place to worship. All students are required to attend the Sunday services, including the 5:30 p.m. prayer meeting, and the midweek service during the school term. Any single student or married couple, including their family, is required to attend the local church if they remain in Neosho during the summer months, unless other arrangements have been made with the President.

Visitation

Students may go home or visit other churches one weekend every quarter with school permission.

Missionary Prayer Bands

Students are required to take part in a Missionary Prayer Band. Students are required to attend student prayer meetings and student services.

Practicums

Students are required to engage in practical Christian work. These activities in Christian services are coordinated by the Director of Practical Works. A practicum or stewardship grade reflects faithfulness in the practical areas of attendance and participation in chapel services, prayer band, Sunday prayer, and practical works. Only approved absences may be excused or made up.

Student Ministry Students who are ministers may miss two weekends each quarter for personal ministry. No classes are scheduled on Monday to allow the student to minister in the Sunday evening service. Students should plan to limit their outside ministry to not more than two weekends per quarter. If two weekends are taken for ministry, the student forfeits his trip home for the quarter. Classes should not be missed for personal ministry. Any exceptions will be made by the Administration! Students should plan their times of ministry around school revivals, special meetings, etc.

DISCIPLINE

Government and law are essential to the proper function of any institution or group of people. The Administration of the Bible school will endeavor to foster self-reliance, self-control, and a conscientious attitude of obedience on the part of the student. Christian firmness and discipline will be exercised when necessary. Students are expected to maintain and exemplify at all times a standard of conduct in harmony with the purpose and ideals of the Bible Institute and College.

Any student who persists in disregarding school regulations, or whose conduct in any way proves to be detrimental to the best interests of the school, may be dismissed; the school assumes no responsibility other than notification of parents or guardians.

MORAL STANDARDS

"Wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them to the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you" (1 Peter 4:4). "Abstain from all appearance of evil" (1 Thessalonians 5:22). Rowdyism, profanity, slang, the use of tobacco or alcoholic beverages, card playing, gambling, dancing, and attendance at worldly amusements such as theaters, movies, carnivals, bowling alleys, auto races, intercollegiate games, Recreation Center, roller skating rinks, and other kindred pastimes are strictly forbidden.

The administration has the right to exercise its judgment in the prohibition of any digital entertainment, whether they be computer games, hand-held game devices, or any other type of personal entertainment device. While entertainment and work products have been blended to become essentially inseparable (such as DVD/CD/CD- R/CD-RW combo drives in computers), OBI bans the use of these for motion picture entertainment purposes for students. Digital video disk (DVD) players, video cassette players or recorders, and all other television/video equipment are not permitted in the dorms or the houses of off-campus students. Music which is objectionable, including gospel rock, is forbidden. The Dormitory Supervisor has a right to inspect all music, games, and computer software, and to notify the student of what is and is not acceptable.

We highly recommend that businesses which serve liquor not be patronized.

The reading of objectionable literature is forbidden. The school reserves the right to inspect any books or literature of any student and to ban literature that is not in harmony with the moral standards and ideals of the school.

SOCIAL LIFE

The demands of school life provide unique opportunities different from those at home.  Association has much to do with the development of character, refinement, and good manners, and Ozark Bible Institute and College allows a proper amount. Students should not date unsaved individuals. "Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers" (1 Corinthians 6:14). Young men and young women are together in the classroom, in the dining hall, and in most of the religious services, and are required to be polite and reserved. Familiarity or flirting is not in the standards of any true lady or gentlemen and will not be allowed. No physical contact between the opposite sex is school policy.

1. Social privileges (dating) will be denied to:
   1. Those who do not maintain a 2.0 average. Social time will be restricted for those failing individual classes. For each class failed, two hours will be deducted from social time the following semester. If grades are acceptable after the fourth week of the following quarter, social privileges will be restored.
   2. Those whose general deportment is not above reproach. Continued failure to meet the study time requirements will result in curtailment of social privileges.
2. The social time allotments vary for each grade level.
   1. In order to establish the right priorities and study habits, freshmen will not be allowed to date during the first quarter of school. Probation for freshmen will begin the first day of school. Coupling during this time is not allowed. No talking between the sexes during the time of probation will be permitted. Freshmen students will be allowed eight (8) hours of social time per week the remainder of the year.
   2. Sophomore students will be allowed nine (9) hours per week.
   3. Juniors will be allowed ten (10) hours per week.
   4. Senior students will be allowed twelve (12) hours of social time each week.
   5. If an upperclassman dates a lowerclassman, they may add one (1) hour to the lowerclassman's weekly social time.
   6. If students exceed their social hours, then double the time allowed will be deducted from the next week's social time.
   7. Any exceptions to these rules must be made by the Administration.
3. All dating will be with an approved third party except by Seniors when dating another Senior.
4. Couples shall not be together at any class or social gathering unless permission is granted. If fellows take girls home after the social or bring them to the social, this time shall be deducted from allotted hours of weekly social time.
5. Couples may eat the noon meal together. They shall not loiter at the table longer than the normal amount of time it takes to eat the meal. Meal time shall be deducted from the hours of social time allowed.
6. Couples are not to study together in the same room except in the library. Even in the library, they shall not study together as a couple.
7. Couples involved in student ministry trips shall refrain from being together.

Rules 4 through 7 above apply to any two members of the opposite sex whether or not they consider themselves as a couple.

1. Couples who sit together during a church service must count that time as social time and deduct it from the allotted weekly social hours.
2. Men students are not allowed in the rooms where women students are rooming, nor are women to be in the rooms where men students reside.
3. The following policy shall govern men and women students traveling home:
   1. No couple will be approved to visit overnight the home of either during the school term.
   2. Couples must have a third party for all travel.

1. A gentleman and lady not considered by the administration to be a couple may request permission to travel in the same direction without a third party.
1. For the sake of a good testimony and Christian example, the OBI administration strongly recommends that couples not plan to spend an extended amount of time together between school terms. No couple should stay overnight in the same home. Any impropriety of conduct (breaking the "hands-off" policy, etc.) will be subject to discipline.
2. Students will not be allowed to marry during the school year. Engagements during the school year are discouraged.

All students are encouraged to wait until the summer to make any formal plans for engagement or marriage. Any announcement or wedding showers during the school year will result in disciplinary action and possible suspension from school. (Exception: Graduating students may publicly announce their engagement during the last semester of school.)

Since Bible School places unique pressures upon married students, a time of counseling arranged by the President will equip them to enjoy their time at school.

GENERAL RULES

1. The school endeavors to foster a good relationship between faculty/staff and students. Should there be any complaints or criticisms, they should be brought to the Administration for discussion and adjustment. Do not stir up strife and bitterness!
2. Weekend passes and any pass for a distance of thirty miles or more shall be requested from the Dean of Students. They shall also be signed by the Business Manager and Dormitory Supervisor and returned to the Dean of Students. Students should not miss class for a trip home. Passes shall not interfere with practical work assignments except in an emergency. Students are allowed one visit home per quarter unless involved in an approved, regular ministry with special permission granted by the President.
3. Students are required to study an hour per class hour taken each week. This much time is required on the regular curriculum. Students may count as study time (above the required) the following:
   1. 1 hour a week - Chapel speaking
   2. 1 hour a week - Participation in students' services

Students may count as study time any extra sessions called by instructors such as special choir practices, lecture sessions, etc. if it takes away from normal study time and is pre-approved by the school administration.

Students may study from books other than their textbooks and count it as study time. Such sources, however, should relate to the subject.

1. Students must have and maintain an average of not less than 2.75 in their grades in order to participate in extracurricular activities such as travel choir and other activities which faculty may deem advisable. The previous semester will determine your scholastic rating. Students having a 3.25 average or above during the previous semester earn automatic free time the following semester, as well as independent discretion of their study time. Students also need to qualify weekly in non-academic areas.

Any student failing to meet the study time criteria will be restricted to the dormitory on Saturday evenings beginning at 7:00 p.m. The student should be in his/her room studying from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and in the dorm the remainder of the evening.

Non-dorm students are expected to be equally responsible to meet study time criteria and file a weekly report with the Dean of Students.

Ozark Bible Institute and College has an achievement program whereby students may obtain extra free time. This program will be explained more fully upon arrival at the school.

1. Students will be allowed to bring an automobile to the campus. However, students whose school bills are not kept current will be restricted in the use of their automobile.

The State of Missouri financial responsibility law requires motor vehicle owners to carry adequate public liability and property damage insurance. In accordance with this statute, therefore, all students bringing cars to Ozark Bible Institute and College are required to verify insurance coverage of at least $25,000 liability for individuals, $50,000 liability for each accident, and $25,000 property damage. Adequate medical coverage is recommended as well. All students' motor vehicles must be registered with the Business Office.

The school reserves the right to deny any student the privilege of using his/her car. A single student may be denied this privilege if academic standing is too low. Careless and imprudent driving may also cause the student to lose the use of the vehicle.

1. Students are responsible for deliberate damage to school property.
2. Students are not allowed to help themselves to food in the kitchen, nor to loiter in the kitchen. All food other than the prescribed meals will cost the student extra. Only authorized personnel are to be in the kitchen.
3. Sunday is not to be used for unnecessary work such as repairing cars, cleaning rooms, washing and ironing. Students may play quiet games on Sunday afternoon.
4. Students may secure student identification cards from the Registrar's office.
5. Electrical permits must be secured from the Dorm Supervisor for the use of radios, record players, computers, etc. Copyright laws must be observed. Irons, hot plates, crockpots, electrical skillets, electric heaters, and refrigerators may not be used in rooms.
6. Any student remaining in the dormitory during school recesses must have permission from the Administration. The cafeteria is closed, and no meals are served during recesses. A daily fee is charged when permission is rarely given.
7. Punctuality at meals: Meals are served at regular hours as announced. Students are asked to be on time for all their meals. Faculty members are permitted to go to the head of the lunch line. Students should be neatly dressed at all meals.
8. Any rifles, handguns, or lethal weapons must be checked into the Supervisor's possession.
9. Borrowing money, automobiles, and other personal property from fellow students is discouraged. "...the borrower is servant to the lender" (Proverbs 22:7).
10. Possession of motion picture entertainment media, television sets, video cassette players and recorders, DVD players, or the viewing of any worldly entertainment regardless of its form of storage or method of dissemination in the dorm or in the homes of off-campus students is forbidden. Use of the internet in the homes of off-campus students for the purposes of worldly pursuits and information is not only detrimental to their spiritual lives but is also disobedient to the spirit of the rules of OBI.
    
     

DRESS AND APPEARANCE

This school stands solidly committed to a standard of dress which is modest, conservative, neat, serviceable, and consistent with our emphasis on BIBLE HOLINESS. It is our hope that young men and women shall develop definite convictions relative to dress in order to build substantial Christian character.

Women's Dress Code

The women's dresses shall well cover the knees in all positions. They are to be no less than two inches below the kneecap. Certain styles will require a length of more than two inches below the kneecap to assure modesty in all positions.

Women students will be required to wear uniforms while in class and on practicum assignments. The current pattern number for the uniforms may be obtained by contacting the registrar. The accepted colors are black, brown, navy, green, and gray. Blouses of any suitable color may be worn with the jumpers as long as the sleeves are at least 3/4 length, not form-fitting, and neckline is modest. A full skirt coming midway between the knee and the ankle should be included for physical activities. Soft soled shoes should be worn for physical activities. All shoes should be conservative in style and color (such as: black, brown, navy).

Women students will select clothing which is modest, simple, plain and serviceable. Immodesty and extravagance must be avoided. Necklines must be discreet. The sleeve length is to be below the elbow (three-quarter length). The skirt must measure at least two inches below the bottom of the kneecap to assure modesty. Shorts, jeans, slacks, pant dresses or culottes are not to be worn by the women students at any time. The wearing of very sheer blouses and see-through clothes is forbidden. Splits in the hem are seldom modest. A dress is no longer than the top of the split in the hem. Even long dresses when split become provocative. Therefore, all splits should be sewn. Our goal as Christians is not to draw attention to ourselves or to promote extremism in our apparel.

Because the emphasis at Ozark Bible Institute and College is on a simple and modest lifestyle that does not follow after the fashions and styles of the world, we would like to give the following judgment regarding the following areas:

1. Acceptable Hosiery

The various shades of brown and tan, dress black, navy blue, gray, white, or cream will be acceptable. All other colors are prohibited. Hosiery should be worn to classes and should be sheer with no designs, symbols, patterns, or blends of different colors.

The unmarried students may wear their high school class ring and a watch. The married students are permitted to wear their wedding rings and a watch. Upper-class ladies who are engaged prior to coming to school may wear an engagement ring instead of their class ring. Any exceptions must be approved by the administration.

The wearing of any kind of makeup for face or eyes (rouge, lipstick, fingernail polish, etc.) is forbidden.

All women, whether students, student's wives, or any woman having connection with the school, are admonished to follow the Scriptures in regard to hair (1 Corinthians 11:1-16). Do not cut, trim, burn, snip, bite, etc. the hair during the duration of your years at OBI. Coloring the hair is also forbidden.

Wives of Ozark Bible Institute and College students are required to conform to the dress code as if they were a student. If they remain in the area during the recess of school, they are to abide by the dress standard.

All rules concerning modesty of dress shall apply to all persons who live on the campus whether enrolled as a student or not.

Men's Dress Code

Men are also required to dress neatly and modestly. Each student shall be expected to dress appropriately for all occasions. His apparel should not be of extreme cut or color and should not be excessively tight nor excessively baggy. Proper fitting dress pants are to be worn to class. Acceptable colors for pants are black, brown, khaki, blue, gray, and green in solid colors. (Moderate pattern such as pin stripe is acceptable.) Men's shoes are to be black, brown, tan, or gray in solid colors. Heels are not to be of extreme height (not over one and one-half inches). Men are to wear suitcoats, jackets, sweaters, sweater vests, or long-sleeved dress shirts and ties to class and all church services. Shirts should not be of extreme color or pattern. At all times men students should wear clothing in keeping with the dignity of Christian gentlemen and theological students. Sweat suits, jogging suits, and tank tops are not permitted.

Conservative style hair cuts with sideburns not lower than mid- ear are required. "Doth not even nature itself teach you, that, if a man have long hair, it is a shame unto him?" (1 Corinthians 11:14). Mustaches and beards are not permitted, and men should be clean-shaven at all times.

ACCEPTABLE HAIR STYLE

Men's hair must be off the ears, off the shirt collar, not below the middle of the forehead, and tapered in back and neatly combed. Coloring of men's hair is also forbidden.

All Students

All students are required to wear sleeves below the elbows. When work uniforms require short sleeves, the student should change to maintain the spirit of this guideline.

Families of Ozark Bible Institute and College

Staff members and their families are to adhere to the school dress code and all rules in regard to the conduct of their general Christian living.

DORM REGULATIONS

A $100.00 room deposit is required of each student. This will be paid in the Business Office at registration. At the end of the semester or year, this will be refunded if the student's room is left clean, empty, and undamaged. If room is damaged, this money will be forfeited and used for repairs or cleaning. If the student's account is not current, the deposit will go toward his/her account. Items left at OBI are subject to a prepaid storage fee. OBI accepts no responsibility for items left after the school year.

A schedule of dorm activities will be given to each student upon arrival. No dogs, cats, or any other pet may be brought into the dormitories. No phone calls between dorms after 10:00 p.m.

Students should bring sheets for a single bed, along with washcloths, towels, and other personal items. A typewriter/computer would also be helpful to the student.

A weekly report form is required of all students each week. Off-campus students report to the Dean of Students and dorm students to their dorm supervisor. This form includes a record of study time, social time, prayer time, and attendance at chapel, church services and practical works. A daily record of time should be kept.

When students move into the dormitories, they will be given a copy of dorm guidelines and will be expected to adhere to them. These guidelines will also apply for all interim periods (midterm break, etc.).

RESIDENCE OF STUDENTS

Students whose homes are not in Neosho are expected to room in assigned dormitories and to board at the school cafeteria UNLESS arrangements to do otherwise are made with the Administration.

GUESTS

Guests in the dormitories must purchase a guest pass from the Business Office. Rates are $10.00 per guest per night. Guests eating in the school cafeteria will pay for meals as they are priced in the cafeteria. Visitors should bring their own bedding.

LAUNDRY FACILITIES

Founder's Hall and Mitchell-Dennis Memorial Hall contain coin-operated laundry facilities. A number of self-service laundries are located near the campus.

STUDENT SUPERVISORS

Student supervisors regularly assist the men and women supervisors in the Residence Halls. These assistants are responsible directly to the regular Supervisor and should be given due respect when in charge.

DUTIES

From time to time students will be assigned dormitory duties.

WORK

All students not living at home who wish to work in some public place must first secure permission from the Administration (or Supervisor if a temporary job).

GENERAL ACTIVITIES FOR DORM LIFE

Monday

9:00 a.m. Chapel Devotions (meals at usual time)

Tuesday - Thursday

6:15 a.m. Rising time

7:00 a.m. Devotions

1:00 p.m.-2:40 p.m. Free time (sign out)

2:40 p.m.-2:50 p.m. Study prep in dorm

3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Study time in dorm

5:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m. Supper/free time

6:50 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Study prep in dorm

7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Study time

8:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Devotions in room or lounge (group)

9:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Free time/bed prep

10:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Quiet in room/duties

10:30 p.m. Lights out/QUIET

Friday

3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Study/if required

5:00 p.m.-8:20 p.m. Supper/free time

8:20 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Study prep in dorm

8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Study time

10:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Devotions

10:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Free time/bed prep

11:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Quiet in room/duties

11:30 p.m. Lights out and QUIET

Saturday

Unscheduled (Make wise use of your time.)

12:00 noon Lunch served

10:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Bed prep/in dorm

10:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Do duties

11:00 p.m. Lights out and QUIET

Sunday

Day of worship

Dinner in cafeteria after the service

5:30 p.m. College service/Prayer

6:30 p.m. Evening service

10:00 p.m. Bed prep/in dorm

11:00 p.m. Lights out and QUIET

EXTRA FREE TIME

Friday afternoon free (3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

1. A 3.25 average the previous semester or the required hours study time during the previous week and currently passing all classes.
2. No more than two marks the previous week (Monday through Sunday).
3. No absences or tardiness to classes or church services.
4. Room checks all passed.
5. If on duties, all must be done.
    

Friday afternoon and evening free (1:00 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.)

1. A 3.25 average the previous semester or the required hours study time during the previous week.
2. Eighty-five percent or above average in all classes.
3. No more than one mark the previous week (Monday through Sunday).
4. No absences or tardiness to classes or church services.
5. Room checks all passed.
6. If on duties, all must be done.

Any student failing to meet the study time requirements will be restricted to the dorm on Saturday evening beginning at 7:00 p.m.

OFF CAMPUS STUDENTS

Students who live outside the school are under the same rules as students who room in the dormitories and are required to conform in general to the same standards of conduct and the regulations followed by dormitory students. This includes turning in a weekly report to the Dean of Students. These guidelines apply as well to married students living in their own homes.

The Administration takes it for granted that parents give their hearty endorsement to the school regulations and standards of conduct and that they will accordingly cooperate fully with the management of the school.

Dormitory students wishing to visit in private homes of other students or church people should receive express permission from their Supervisor. Visits should not be of extreme length.

WORKING STUDENTS

Ozark Bible Institute and College has for a number of years assisted students in securing part-time or full-time employment to provide their school expenses. Generally speaking, the students have given such good account of themselves in these jobs that the opportunities for employment have grown steadily. There have been a few exceptions. We challenge each of our students, no matter what the nature of your employment, to be diligent, honest, mannerly, and thoroughly Christian. Be careful about the following, specifically:

1. Always be neat in appearance and Christian in courtesy.
2. Remember always that you represent Christ and the Bible School. Manifest the standards consistently. Employers and fellow employees soon learn what we stand for and cannot understand if some students forsake our standards when away from campus. Be true!
3. On some night jobs it is permissible for students to study when they are not occupied with other tasks. Before doing so, be sure it is satisfactory with your employer.
4. Before leaving a job, be sure to give proper notice in advance. Never leave a job without observing this courtesy. Also, notify the President or Business Manager of your intention. This is important to us.
5. If a student is working and their account is not current, they must pay a designated amount each week to the school.
6. We do not encourage missing church services for work. However, if necessary, a student may miss no more than one service per week due to regular employment schedule.

LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER

We have a growing library, and we want students to make maximum use of it. Currently the library has over 10,000 volumes and a tape library of approximately 1,500 tapes. An audio room equipped for individual or group listening is located in the library facility. It is necessary, however, for us to be assured that students are actually using the library when they are released elsewhere to do so. For this reason, it will be required that students going from the dormitories (during study hours) to the library shall take with them a permit signed and timed by a Supervisor to be presented to the person in charge of the library upon arrival. Upon departure it will be returned to the person originally granting it.

It is necessary that the library be kept quiet and not a place for group study or idle conversation.

The library is not a social room. Couples are not to use any part of the library for social purposes. Persistent violation will bring a suspension of such privileges.

Books may be checked for a two-week period, subject to renewal. Cassette tapes may be checked out for a one-week period.

For overdue books and tapes, a fine of five cents per day will be charged.

Those responsible for books damaged or lost will be expected to pay for such.

A computer is provided for student use.

The library hours will be posted.
 

STUDENT COUNCIL

Purpose

In order to allow the student body to share more directly in the policies and operation of Ozark Bible Institute and College, a Student Council shall be formed at the beginning of each year.

Membership

The membership of the Student Council shall be comprised of three students from each class, the class vice-president, secretary, plus one member elected at large, in addition to the student council faculty advisor.

Qualifications

Members of the Student Council shall have a GPA of 2.75 or above and shall be of mature moral character.

Officers

The officers of the Student Council shall consist of president, vice-president, and secretary. The officers shall be elected by the members of the Student Council with the faculty advisor having charge of the organizational meeting.
 

Duties of Officers

The president shall preside at all meetings of the Council. The vice-president shall preside in the absence of the president. The secretary shall keep accurate and complete records of all the meetings and business of the Council. The faculty advisor shall act in an advisory capacity after the organizational meeting and represent the administration at all meetings.

Meetings

The Student Council shall meet once every two weeks at a time agreed upon by the members of the Council.

Operational Structure

Members of any of the classes may present matters for consideration, in writing, to either Council member from their classes. Such matters shall consist of proposed changes in the rules and regulations, additions of new rules or any other matters relative to school life in general. After due consideration by the Council, any matter presented may be rejected, or if it seems to have merit, may be presented to the Administration for final decision.

Also, any member of the Student Council may initiate matters for consideration.

ACADEMIC

INFORMATION

ACADEMIC CLASSIFICATION

Freshman 0-31 hours

Sophomore 32-63 hours

Junior 64-95 hours

Senior 96 or more hours

GRADING SYSTEM

In conformity to the majority of Christian and secular colleges, and to aid the student should he wish to transfer and continue his education, the following method of grading shall be used.

All grades will be recorded in terms of letters. Each instructor is responsible to evaluate the work of the student in the light of his professional judgment. Grades of "A" are awarded only where the individual exhibits superior work and independent resourcefulness. A grade of "B" is awarded when the student's work is above average and makes an overall contribution to the group. The grade of "C" indicates average work. A grade of "D" is given when academic work is below average. A grade of "F" indicates failure and no academic credit is given.

Grades are submitted to the Registrar at the end of each semester for averaging the Honor Roll.

An incomplete grade may be given to a student who because of extreme circumstances receives permission to finish the required work late. The student has sixty days to finish the work. Any further consideration requires the written permission of both the instructor and the OBI Registrar prior to the sixty day deadline. If the work is not completed, the grade automatically becomes an "F."

If a student is failing a class at the end of the first quarter, the instructor will give a "Notice of Failing." Both the instructor and student must sign the form which then goes into the student's file. It is necessary to bring his grade up to passing. Students who fail a subject must take the subject over if it is required in their program.

Grades are recorded as follows:

Letter Grade Number Grade Grade Point

A - Superior 94-100 4.0

B - Above Average 85-93 3.0

C - Average 76-84 2.0

D - Below Average 70-75 1.0

(but passing)

F - Failure 0-69 .0

W - Drop before end of quarter

F - Drop after end of quarter

PART-TIME STUDENTS

Students who find it necessary because of work, etc. may be enrolled in a limited number of courses as a part-time student. Such work done in residence may be applied toward a degree if otherwise qualified. Any person enrolled for fewer than twelve semester hours is considered a part-time student by the college. Any student taking more than eighteen hours must have the Academic Dean's approval.

Students are encouraged to take the prescribed course of study for their level each semester. All classes are not offered each year. Extracurricular activities do not constitute a legitimate reason for taking less. Any exception to this will be made by the Administration.

No dorm student may take less than twelve academic hours, and students who participate in travel choir must take at least nine academic hours.

WITHDRAWAL

When a student finds it necessary to withdraw from Ozark Bible Institute and College, the action is initiated in the Academic Dean's office. A student who withdraws from the school during a semester may be granted honorable dismissal provided he has filed with the Academic Dean's office. The student should not expect to complete his course work by correspondence or by any special arrangements after withdrawal.

A student who withdraws unofficially, that is, has not completed the withdrawal form, will not be entitled to a refund of any portion of his tuition or fees and will receive a failing grade in each course in which he is enrolled.

Any student who absents himself for ten consecutive school days without notice to the Administration will be automatically dropped from the school with unofficial withdrawal status.

Students who withdraw at the close of the semester are expected to vacate their rooms promptly. Any exceptions to this must receive permission from the Administration.

TRANSCRIPT OF CREDITS

A transcript of credits may be obtained from the Registrar's office by written request, providing their balance is zero. Transcripts are needed by students transferring to other colleges. The first transcript will be issued without charge. All succeeding transcripts will cost $2.00 each. An official transcript is sent directly to another institution. Students who wish to transfer credits from another college or institution should do so before the beginning of their Junior year. No credits will be accepted after the beginning of their graduating year. Any exceptions to this policy should receive express permission from the Academic Dean.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Students should apply for graduation by the end of the fall semester if they plan to graduate in the spring.
2. All prescribed courses required for his/her area of study must be completed with a passing grade.
3. In all degreed programs, the student must have at least a 2.0 average.
4. All financial obligations to the school must be met before transcripts or semester grades are issued.

CLASS ATTENDANCE

Attendance of classes, practicum, services, etc. is a requirement at OBI. When a student is absent or tardy for the third time or more, the teacher shall give a "Notice of Excessive Absence or Tardiness" to the Dean of Students. The signed notice must be returned before the student can re-enter the class. At the discretion of the Dean of Students, an excessive absence may cause 2% to be deducted from the student's course grade. Each three tardies shall cause 1% to be deducted from the course grade. It is the student's responsibility to provide a written reason for absence or tardy.

COMMENCEMENT ATTENDANCE

It is mandatory that all students attend the graduation exercises of Ozark Bible Institute and College. Any emergency preventing a student from attending must be cleared with the Administration.

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

DEGREED PROGRAMS

BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL LITERATURE

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

This program offers the student an in-depth study of the Word of God. General education courses give the student an understanding of the world and how to communicate the Gospel message to our generation.

This program will equip the student for a lifetime of service and effectiveness for the Lord in whatever field of labor he chooses.

The Bachelor of Biblical Literature Degree requires the following:

1. Successful completion of all required classes.
2. A minimum of 128 hours.
3. A minimum of one year in residence at OBI.
4. Meet all financial obligations to the school.
5. Be recommended by the faculty for graduation.
6. Be present at the commencement exercises.
    

Students who concentrate their studies toward a Bachelor of Biblical Literature Degree should take the following courses:

FIRST YEAR

SECOND YEAR

THIRD YEAR

FOURTH YEAR

A total of one hundred twenty-eight (128) hours of required classes. Two (2) hours of electives may be chosen in lieu of two practicums.

BACHELOR OF BIBLE STUDIES (Subject to Demand)

This course of study follows the same procedure as the Bachelor of Biblical Literature. Emphasis is placed on the Greek language of the New Testament. Two years and a total of fourteen (14) credit hours of Greek are taken.

Requirements for the Bachelor Degree are:

1. All required courses completed.
2. Minimum of 134 semester hours completed.
3. One year in residence at OBI.
4. Meet all financial obligations to the school.
5. Be recommended by faculty for graduation.
6. Be present at the commencement exercises.
    

Students who concentrate their studies toward a Bachelor of Arts in Bible should take the following courses:

FIRST YEAR

SECOND YEAR

THIRD YEAR

FOURTH YEAR

A total of one hundred thirty-four (134) hours of required classes.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION PROGRAM

In Deuteronomy 6:6-9, God gives the following command: "And these words which I command thee this day shall be in thine heart, and thou shall teach them diligently...when thou sittest in thine house and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down and when thou risest up...and thou shall write them upon the posts of thy house and on thy gates."

These verses indicate that Christian training is to be given 100% of the time; hence, the Christian school-- elementary and high school.

The state of New York did a lengthy study on the Max Jukes' and the Jonathan Edwards' families. Of the 1,026 descendants of the Jukes' family, 300 died prematurely. One hundred were sent to the penitentiary for an average of thirteen years each. One hundred were drunkards and nineteen were public prostitutes. The family cost the state $1,200,000 and made no contribution to society.

Of the Edwards' family, 729 descendants were studied. Out of this family has come 300 preachers, sixty-five college professors, thirteen university presidents, sixty authors, three United States congressmen, and one Vice-President of the United States. The difference between these families was that the latter believed in Christian training from childhood. The Bible-based Christian schools offer this to the children and youth of our nation.

The Christian Day School movement is growing rapidly. Our main objective is to train and educate men and women of the Edwards' caliber to work in Christian institutions across America and around the world. Ozark Bible Institute and College's Christian Education program is geared to meet this objective.

BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Requirements for the Bachelor degree in Christian Education are:

1. All required courses completed.
2. Minimum of 128 semester hours completed.
3. One year in residence at OBI.
4. Meet all financial obligations to the school.
5. Be recommended by faculty for graduation.
6. Be present at commencement exercises.
   
    

Students who concentrate their studies toward a Bachelor of Christian Education should take the following courses:

FIRST YEAR

SECOND YEAR