One Day Academy

This course surveys the content and theological message of biblical story. Special emphasis is placed on considering the biblical story of redemption as a unified and coherent narrative of God’s ongoing work within his kingdom. Understanding the Bible within historical, cultural, and literary settings is highlighted. Throughout the course the students will begin to develop skills in interpreting the Bible with care and wisdom as well as move toward finding and articulating their place within God’s story of redemption. 

A general survey of the establishment and growth of the American nation from the colonial period through the Civil War and into the Reconstruction era. Covers the social, political, economic, and cultural life of the new nation, giving particular stress to the reasons behind the near dissolution of the Union.

Covers world events and significant movements from the turn of the 17th century and the Scientific Revolution in Europe to the present. Particular focus is placed on the developments and impact of the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment Era, and the Industrial Revolution as key elements in the shaping of the modern western world.

The constitution and structure of the United States government will be emphasized. In addition, forces that impact the federal government’s operation will also be evaluated including the role of the media, the economy, and its global relations.  This course fulfills requirements for POLS 2103 and may not be taken for credit by anyone who has passed POLS 2103.

A continuation of the survey of American life beginning with the post-Civil War Reconstruction Era and extending to the present. Political, economic, diplomatic, and military history are covered along with the contributions of minority groups.

A study of the nature of social relations, social institutions, and social processes, and of the products of these relationships. The nature of culture, communications, socialization, mobility, social control and other sociological concepts are considered. It is strongly recommended that this course be taken prior to all other sociology courses.

This course is a study of the history and philosophy of Criminal Justice. This course includes the law; law enforcement functions; corrections; and the court system.

A general survey of the western heritage, focusing on political, social, and intellectual developments beginning with the civilizations of Mesopotamia continuing through the Greeks, Romans, Middle Ages in Europe, Reformation, etc.  The course concludes around the turn of the 18th century and Europe’s Scientific Revolution.