Academic Catalog

Introduction

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BMC Website: www.bmc.edu

Students entering Blue Mountain College for the 2019-2020 session (effective July, 2017) must meet major and minor requirements as set forth in this edition as well as the general degree requirements for graduation contained herein. Requirements governing teacher certification occasionally change from those published in this Undergraduate Catalog. Students are advised, therefore, to check periodically with their advisor for possible modifications in program requirements.

A student readmitted after an interruption of more than two years in the course of study at Blue Mountain College may, at the discretion of the College, be required to fulfill the graduation requirements in the catalog in force at the time of readmission.

This Catalog does not constitute a contract between the College and its students. The College reserves the right to change any of its regulations, charges, rules, and courses without notice and to make such changes applicable thenceforth, not only to new students but also to students already registered. The current Catalog or Handbook is the one posted on the BMC website.

Blue Mountain College offers curricula in various professional fields, as well as general or liberal arts education. In the professional field, curricula generally include both academic and practical or clinical requirements. In some professional fields (such as teacher education) it is necessary to pass an examination or other requirements of the professional organization in order to be admitted to the profession. Curricula at Blue Mountain College are designed to expose students to the skills and knowledge essential to the relevant profession and the student must successfully complete the requirements of the appropriate curriculum in order to receive a degree. However, Blue Mountain College cannot guarantee that any student admitted to a given program of study will complete that program successfully; neither can Blue Mountain College guarantee that one who completes the degree program will pass the external examination of the professional organization or secure employment in the profession. These factors are not within the control of Blue Mountain College.

All undergraduate students enrolled at the College are subject to all rules and regulations as specified in the Blue Mountain College Undergraduate Student Handbook. Failure to read the Blue Mountain College Undergraduate Student Handbook or policies does not excuse students from the requirements and regulations contained therein.

College facilities may not be used for any personal fund-raising or business ventures.

It is the goal of Blue Mountain College to assist in the development of good health and clean air. All buildings and grounds are declared “tobacco free” and all persons associated with the College are expected to adhere to the policy of “tobacco free” and to the policy that prohibits vaping.

Message from the President

Welcome to Blue Mountain College, an academic community of faculty, staff, students, and alumni committed to pursuing Christ-centered excellence in a grace-filled environment. Unapologetically Christian in its approach to teaching and learning, Blue Mountain prepares students to be leaders in their chosen professions, in their churches, and in their communities. Educated in the liberal arts tradition, Blue Mountain graduates enter the workplace equipped to engage the culture and to fulfill their God-given calling. Thank you for choosing BMC! May God bless your time at this special place!

Barbara Childers McMillin