Welcome to the New Student Orientation

2. Welcometo theNew Student Orientation

3. Mission of CBS “The College of Biblical Studies provides biblically based education for the Body of Christ, with primary focus on African American and other minority groups, and equips its students with a biblical worldview for Christian service to the church and the world.” “But the goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.” - 1Tim 1:5 

4. Introductions Student Enrollment Services

5. Executive Level Paul Keith, M.A.B.S. Vice President of Student Enrollment Services

6. Admissionand Advising Office Phone Numbers 713-772-4253 (Admission)832-252-4661 (Advising) Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday CLOSED Saturday 9:00a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

7. Kimberly Davidge Office Manager kimberly.davidge@cbshouston.edu 832-252-4685 Administrative Staff Jacqueline Smith Administrative Assistant jackie.smith@cbshouston.edu 832-252-0733

8. Admission and Advising Brittany Burnette, Th.M. Director, Admission and Advising Brittany.burnette@cbshouston.edu 832-252-0737

9. Maggie Rodriguez, M.A. Manager of Admissions maggie.rodriguez@cbshouston.edu 832-252-4623 Pamela Hensley Admissions Associate Pamela.hensley@cbshouston.edu Gloria Fikes Admissions Associate Gloria.fikes@cbshouston.edu Admissions Staff

10. Admissions Advisors Gabriel “Deac” Thurmond Sr. Admissions Advisor Last names A-J gabriel.thurmond@cbshouston.edu 832-252-4669 Joshua Cardoso Admissions Advisor Last names A-B, Spanish Program Students Joshua.cardoso@cbshouston.edu 832-252-0735 Jarvis Taylor Admissions Advisor Last names: K-S jarvis.taylor@cbshouston.edu 832-252-0724 Debbie Harper Admissions Advisor Readmit Students and Last names: T-Z debbie.harper@cbshouston.edu 832-252-4632

11. What Students Need to Know Hidden Dangers: The Fatal Four* *Dr. Stephen D. Brookfield

12. Impostership • I am an imposter. • Everyone will know that I don’t belong here. • I’ll never be able to keep up. • I’m way out of my league. • I’m in over my head.

13. Cultural Suicide Family and friends will not understand what you are trying to do unless they have been there themselves. There will be time, money, and attention issues.

14. Cultural Suicide (cont.) Your interests may change. Common interests and shared experiences may change. The way you use your time will become an issue.

15. Lost Innocence CBS is not paradise. The ideal you fantasized about is just that: “a fantasy.” Some professors will be boring; some assignments will seem meaningless; some required courses may feel empty or without value. This is a normal part of higher education. The difference will feel exaggerated because you have idealized this part of your life.

16. Road Running Ah, the travails of life. Things are going to happen: sickness, job related issues, kid things, parent things, ministry things, car things, life things. Don’t let the ups-and-downs of life steal your dream of finishing. Plan a support system in advance — classmates, family, friends, routine.

17. CBS uses email as an official means of contact with students, and students are expected to keep a current email address and to check their emails regularly. • The CBS Admissions & Advising Office recommends that all students check their emails at least twice daily (once in the morning and again in the evening). If you do not have an email account, please visit: • www.hotmail.com • www.gmail.com • www.yahoo.com Email Information: A Necessity

18. Get important information: • www.cbshouston.edu • Events • School Closing • Security Information • CBS Media • Access Student’s SONIS account • Find Faculty/Staff Emails • View/Download Academic Catalog and Student Handbook CBS Website

19. Admission and Advising Websites • Cbshouston.edu/admissions • Information about the admission process • Apply to the college • Cbshouston.edu/advising • Know your Enrollment Advisor • Tutoring information • FAQ for Academic Advising • Degree Plans

20. Cbshouston.edu/watchman • Sign up to receive emergency alerts: • School closings • Emergencies • Urgent situations • Alerts can be sent to email, text, or voicemail • For more information on CBS security, please visit http://cbshouston.edu/emergency-and-safety-information CBS Watchman

21. Visit the student lounge located in the atrium area, across from the Bookstore!* *Issues with vending machines should be directed to the Bookstore Student Lounge

22. Attendance Policy From the CBS Catalog: “Students are allowed to miss 20% of all class time without penalty. Absences in excess of 20% of class time will result in an automatic ‘F.’”

23. Work Load Expectations Expect to spend an average of 3 hours per week outside of class studying for every hour you are in the class. 3 credit class = 9 hours of study per week 2 credit class = 6 hours of study per week This is different for everyone, but the rule is generally true. PLAN ACCORDINGLY!

24. Student Responsibilities As a CBS student, you are: 1. Responsible for accepting and adhering to the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the College. 2. Responsible for living and demonstrating good and acceptable principles as a Christian. 3. Responsible for understanding how his/her actions reflect upon the reputation of himself/herself and the College. 4. Responsible for reading all student guidelines, such as the handbook and college catalog, and adhering to the same. 5. Responsible for respecting the authority of the College. 6. Responsible for meeting all college obligations. 7. Responsible for demonstrating the highest degree of integrity at all times.

25. Students Rights As a CBS student, you have the: 1. Right to be informed, in writing, of all charges. 2. Right to choose not to discuss charges. 3. Right to adequately defend himself/herself by use of witnesses, video tapes, or other means directly related to the case. 4. Right to an open hearing, if one is required. 5. Right to the consultation of an attorney, but an attorney may not attend or participate in the student hearing, unless the College is represented in the hearing by a college attorney. 6. Right to reasonable review, examination of a file containing charges and witness statements. 7. Right to request an immediate hearing. 8. Right to appeal any decision rendered regarding student conduct charges. 9. Right to provide restitution, if appropriate and acceptable. 10. Right to seek forgiveness, if appropriate.

26. Student Responsibilities: Academic Integrity CBS expects the highest level of academic integrity from our students. Academic dishonesty is a serious offense against a student’s character and testimony. It can include, but is not limited to: • Cheating • Plagiarism • Copying from another student’s paper • Using a marked Bible when an unmarked Bible was instructed • Falsifying reports • Giving and completing assignments to and for other students • Giving information to another student during examinations • Obtaining information from a student who has already taken the examination • Submitting as original research, a paper from another class or a paper that another student has submitted for any class All initial incidents of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of “F” on the assignment in question, and may subject the student to course failure. Consequently, the incident will be reported to the Academic Dean. Subsequent incidents will result in disciplinary action by the Dean of Students and possible expulsion from the College. In this circumstance, the student has the right to appeal the decision of the Dean of Students.”

27. Plagiarism Using someone else’s work and not giving credit, but presenting it as if it was your work. • Copying and Pasting from a website without citing your source. • Taking a quote from a book/article/site, etc. and not citing sources. “All initial incidents of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of “F” on the assignment in question, and may subject the student to course failure. Consequently, the incident will be reported to the Academic Dean. Subsequent incidents will result in disciplinary action by the Dean of Students and possible expulsion from the College. In this circumstance, the student has the right to appeal the decision of the Dean of Students.” UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL PLAGIARISM BE TOLERATED.

28. Student Conduct Students at CBS are called to a high standard of Christian conduct. Christian commitment should result naturally in godly living. However, the biblical doctrine of human nature requires a realistic approach to the question of Christian lifestyle. Faculty, staff, and students are expected to abide by standards and principles founded in the Holy Scriptures.

29. Student Responsibilities: Personal Integrity (cont.) The following is a limited, not an exhaustive, list of offenses that will require a student conduct review and if necessary, sanctions imposed: • The possession, use, or distribution of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, illicit drugs, and other questionable items and practices is not considered suitable for the Christian college campus. • Any discrimination against others on the basis of race, national origin, gender, age, or disability is not acceptable. • Students are subject to the responsibility of academic integrity, which demands honesty and giving credit to the proper sources. • The faculty, staff, and students of the College of Biblical Studies have a right and a high expectation of personal privacy and security. There are highly personal and sensitive materials on campus that must be protected. Therefore it is strictly forbidden for students, without permission, to access another’s computer, access a media storage device, go into a desk, briefcase, book bag, purse or similar item, and/ or read or examine papers not their own. • Aiding, abetting, and/or serving as an accessory to any act that is prohibited by the Student Code of Conduct • Exhibiting disrespect for authority/CBS faculty and staff/fellow students • Displaying public actions that tarnish the name of the College • Being disruptive in the classroom

30. Student Responsibilities: Personal and Academic Integrity Review A complete statement of student rights and responsibilities is found in the catalog and student handbook. It is the responsibility of every student to read the CBS Student Handbook and to adhere to its policies fully. http://cbshouston.edu/images/pdf/student-handbook.pdf

31. Esmeralda Barrera Senior Enrollment Advisor Spanish Program students and last names: A-D esmeralda.barrera@cbshouston.edu 832-252-4640 Bridgette Jones, M.A. Enrollment Advisor Last names: E-Z bridgette.jones@cbshouston.edu 832-252-4683 Student Success & Advising

32. Group Advising Sessions • Bible Certificate • Associates of Biblical Studies • Bachelor of Science

33. Advising Your Enrollment Advisor is here to: • Enrollment Advisors are the next step after you have completed the Admissions process. • Help you successfully complete your academic goals • Give you a clear picture of your program and the most efficient way to complete it • Inform you of any issues regarding academics or program • Get you to the person or department who can effectively assist you in rectifying an issue

34. Advising: Three Things to Keep in Mind • Your professors are your allies in the classroom. If you are having difficulty in your courses (due to low grades, late work, prolonged illness, family difficulties, etc.), please notify your professors immediately. • If you are struggling in your courses, then you should notify your professor first and then contact your advisor; please speak to your professor and advisor sooner rather than later. • Please be advised that free online tutoring is now available for your classes. If you are struggling academically, please use this free resource.

35. Free Online Tutoring CBS has tutoring services available online 24 hours a day by highly qualified and credentialed tutors in each of the subjects offered. Online tutoring is available to all students in English and Spanish, and is offered at no additional cost to students. You have the ability to submit papers for proofreading, and questions can be answered by tutors when they become available. To take advantage of this tutoring, please visit: http://www.nettutor.com/cbsh

36. CBS Style Guide and Formatting • All papers/written assignments MUST be submitted in the proper format. • The CBS Style Guide is the standard for all formatting. • An electronic copy of the Style Guide and a template of a properly formatted CBS paper will be emailed to you. KEEP THIS ON FILE! • The Style Guide and template will also be available in SONIS for download. • Net Tutor is also available to help you with formatting We want you to succeed in the classroom, so if you have questions regarding formatting, please speak with your professor and your advisor to get additional help!

37. Advising Degree Plans Transfer credits • In order to transfer the credit, the grade must be a “C” or better • Consult with your Enrollment Advisor before you register for any course being used for transfer credit

38. Advising Degree Plans (cont.) Christian Service Units • All programs require 3 Christian Service Units (CSU) • For more information, please contact Ms. Delia Sanchez, Student and Alumni Services Program Coordinator Email: delia.sanchez@cbshouston.edu

39. Advising FAQS • Are there certain courses I must take on the front end of my enrollment in the college? • Can I get help picking out my courses each semester? • How long will it take me to complete my degree? • How many courses should I take in a semester? • I am considering dropping a class. What should I do?