Tardies:

A student arriving to class after the scheduled starting time is considered tardy within the first fifteen minutes of class. After the first fifteen minutes, the student is considered absent. Three tardies equal one unexcused absence.

Absences:

More than three absences constitute a failing grade for the class. Absences that are the result of extenuating circumstances may be made up at the discretion of the instructor.

Academic Probation:

All students are expected to maintain a minimum 2.00 grade point average. A GPA lower than 2.00 will result in academic probation. While on probation, the student will have two quarters to raise his or her GPA to a satisfactory level. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from the College for at least one quarter. A re-entrance application will require review & consideration by the executive staff.

Drop/Add:

Students wishing to drop a class must submit a drop/add form with the registrar or dean first two weeks of classes to avoid financial penalty. Request must be made After that date, any request must be evaluated by executive staff members. If not approved, the student will receive a "withdraw fail" for the class.

Academic Integrity:

Students are required to refrain from cheating, plagiarism and any form of academic dishonesty. A student caught participating in academic dishonesty will be penalized. Penalties range from an "F" grade to dismissal from the College. The same penalties apply to those that aid another in cheating.

Graduation Requirements:

Graduation from Shekinah Bible College requires completion of the required number of credit units for the given program with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above. Church attendance requirements must be completed and students should demonstrate a Christian testimony consistent with Scripture. All financial obligations must be resolved before graduation.

Ordination Candidates:

Students entering pastoral ministry upon graduation from an Associate of Arts program at Shekinah Bible College may apply for ordination with East River Fellowship.

Spiritual Life:

Students are required to attend a Christian church regularly; they are expected to maintain a vital consistent prayer life; read the scriptures daily; serve in ministry, and abide in fellowship.

Conduct:

The code of conduct applies to all students throughout the entire school year, including holidays, vacations, and weekends. It requires that students not break any civil law or any principles for living as set forth in the Bible. In addition, students must adhere to Shekinah College’s code of ethics.

Personal Appearance:

Personal hygiene and modesty are to be maintained as appropriate for the situation. Modesty means wearing clothing that does not draw undue attention to one self. Clothing that identifies one with a group or lifestyle inconsistent with biblical living is not permitted. Examples are Goth, gangs, and cults. Clothing portraying violence, sex, drug use, self-mutilation, or death is not allowed. Final decision on appropriateness of clothing rests with executive staff.

Alcohol & Drugs:

Use of illegal drugs, underage smoking or drinking are prohibited. Students are to refrain from intoxication at all times. Students taking prescription medications that may affect their performance are encouraged to inform the Dean of Students Office. All personal information will be kept in strict confidence.

Relationships:

Students are to maintain biblically appropriate relational behavior with other students and faculty. In addition, students will treat others with respect and kindness.

Sexual Purity:

Any sexual contact or sexually intimate behavior apart from a husband with his wife and wife with her husband is not allowed. All other forms of non-biblical sexual behavior are prohibited. That includes, but is not limited to, fornication, adultery, pornography and any other form of sexual perversion.

Verbal Purity:

Students will speak edifying words that bless others. Profanity, inappropriate jokes, negative comments regarding gender, race or ethnic background will be cause for disciplinary action.

Activities:

Occult games or practices are strictly forbidden.

Probation & Dismissal:

Students that do not adhere to the code of conduct, laws of our country, the academic policies, or the code of ethics as set forth in the bylaws of the association, will be subject to disciplinary measures that may include probation or dismissal.

Complaints & Appeals:

Students seeking to file a complaint or to make an appeal are required to file a written notification. Complaint/appeal forms may be obtained from the registrar or dean. All forms will be reviewed and a determination made within 2 weeks of submission.