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Dear friend,

Welcome to Maranatha Baptist University.

We are thrilled that our new name was so well received by our alumni, students, and friends. Our refreshed brand identity and

the name of our new mascot will be revealed during the spring semester, and a full reveal of our mascot is planned for the fall of 2014. We continue to pray for God’s guidance in this process.

With the name change, we felt now was an appropriate time to give our parent magazine (formerly Getting You Ready) an update as well. We have chosen to rename the magazine The ARROW, based on Psalm 127:4: “As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are the children of the youth.”

Is it time for you to launch your “arrow” into young adulthood? Sending your child to college may be part of the launching process for you. Have you settled on a direction? Have you chosen a target? Be assured that we would receive your “arrows” with care, and—with God’s help and for His glory—we would help your child discover God’s plan for his or her life and prepare him or her to accomplish it.

We believe the spiritual atmosphere and ministry mindset on our campus strengthens students’ faith and deepens their love for others. We share some of the “proofs” of our spiritual atmosphere in this issue, along with information about accreditation and getting a head start on college. New features include “Parent to Parent” and “A Moment with Mrs. M.”

As you read, we trust you will see the benefits of attending a Christian college. And we hope you will aim your own “arrows” toward Maranatha Baptist University.

In His service,

Dr. Jim Harrison Vice President for Institutional Advancement

The Arrow, Volume 1

Table Contents

3 Measuring a Spiritual Atmosphere

6 MBU at a Glance

8 Regional Accreditation

9 Parent 2 Parent

10 A Ministry Mindset

12 Get a Head Start on College

14 A Moment with Mrs. M

15 Calendar for the College Bound

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The Arrow is a college guide produced by Maranatha Baptist University. Correspondence and address changes may be sent to The Arrow, 745 West Main Street, Watertown, WI 53094. You may also email us at admissions@mbbc.edu or call 1-800-MBBC-WIS.

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f a spiritual atmosphere on campus is important to you in your college

choice, you are not alone.

In a fall 2013 MBU parent survey, parents rated the spiritual atmosphere on campus as the top influencer in their choice of Maranatha Baptist University, assigning it 4.8 points out of 5. New students, when surveyed, also assigned the greatest significance to the spiritual atmosphere.

Obviously, spiritual atmosphere matters. But is it possible to verify its existence or calculate its impact? You will find no flashing signs or colorful billboards announcing a vibrant spiritual atmosphere on our campus, but stay for a while—visit our classrooms, attend chapel, meet our students—and you will witness its presence in a number of ways.

THE WAY WE TALK

“I hear words of encouragement all the time at MBU, not only from friends but also from faculty and staff,” shared Jessica Pyle, sophomore Cross-Cultural Studies major from Wisconsin.

I“One night in particular after a busy day of classes, I came back to my dorm and spent almost an hour talking and praying with my dorm supervisor. It’s a gift to feel the importance placed on edification at MBU and to see the effect this has on the atmosphere around campus.”

Speaking truth to one another is part of life at Maranatha. Daily chapel times unify students around God’s Word, and student-initiated prayer and study groups help build relationships and provide accountability. Campus organizations such as societies, Student Body, and the Community Relations Council add more opportunities for students to encourage each other on every level.

“Iron sharpens iron,” commented Peter Huber, director of student activities. “Each of the ten societies has a chaplain; Student Body has a chaplain. When students gather for society meetings or

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Societies provide a unique setting for the “sharpening” process, Huber added. Some have members speak about what God has put on their hearts, and others fellowship with each other as they spread the gospel. Students preach and sing carols at nursing homes or help in

practical ways like shoveling driveways or raising money for community projects.

“When students share and participate individually, something greater happens,” Huber stated. “It creates a spiritual atmosphere on campus that brings likeminded students together and attracts others who have a love for God and desire to serve Him.”

THE WAY WE LEARN

Accomplishing our mission “to develop leaders for ministry in the local church and the world ‘To the Praise of His Glory’” implies that all graduates will be effectively equipped to serve God with competence in a church and in their chosen vocation—a monumental responsibility for our administration, faculty, and staff.

Like any organization, our institutional successes are supported by the quality of our employees. For the University, a dedicated and loyal workforce is our most valuable asset. In every area—including teacher education, fine arts, nursing, humanities, business, and vocational ministry—our faculty members have created

a culture of caring, where discipleship is woven into classroom instruction and professors share knowledge and wisdom beyond the textbooks. A mentoring approach sets the tone on campus and contributes to a robust learning environment and spiritual atmosphere in the classroom. The “cutthroat competition” that you may encounter other places does not exist here, shared Music Department Chair Dr. David Ledgerwood. Each student genuinely desires to help the other, regardless of level, and “we develop our gifts for the Lord’s glory rather than exalting our own egos”—an attainable standard when students are teachable.

“Students view their assignments as part of their responsibility to the Lord, more than simply fulfilling a class requirement,” stated Ledgerwood. “They see it as their sacred duty to do their best for the Lord’s honor.

It is a privilege to teach that kind of student.”

When surveyed, students reported satisfaction in relation to academic services. In nearly every category on the 2012 Noel Levitz survey, MBU scores were

above the national average for four-year private institutions, and trends were increasingly positive.

Excellent instruction, valuable content, approachable advisors, and a knowledgeable faculty “who care about me as an individual” were all categories of greater satisfaction.

Our faculty is passionate about their relationship with the Lord, their jobs, and about their students, and it has led students to respond, “When I graduate, I want to look like my teachers.”

THE WAY WE PLAY From its inception in 1968, Maranatha Baptist University has competed in intercollegiate sports. Founders Dr. and Mrs. Cedarholm were deeply committed to co-curricular programs in athletics and believed sports suited the school’s mission and contributed to the overall educational experience.

Athletics provides a forum where Christlikeness can be developed and demonstrated toward others, shared Athletic Director Rob Thompson. Intercollegiate athletics should promote the character development of

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participants, enhance the integrity of higher education, provide the opportunity to share the gospel of Jesus Christ, and promote service and civility in our local churches and society as a whole.

Service and soccer go hand in hand for Taylor Pill, a soccer team captain and junior Sport Management major from Wisconsin. “The soccer team uses the phrase ‘People Helpin’ People’ to mean, ‘I’ve got your back,’” Pill shared. For Pill, helping people meant helping fellow teammate, Wira Wama, who was new to America and to MBU, but certainly not new to the game of soccer. Wira had made his mark in Papua New Guinea (PNG), playing for the Hekari United Football Club as well as the PNG Youth National Team before making his way to Watertown.

“The soccer team made Wira feel at home with small gestures like buying a PNG flag for a fan to wave at games and singing the PNG national anthem during one of the pregame meetings,” shared Pill. Later in the season, opportunity arose to dig deeper.

“Wira was hardly prepared for the Wisconsin weather in terms of proper clothing,” shared Pill. The team

quickly realized this and raised $120 toward the ‘Warming Wira Project’—enough to buy a winter coat. Many of the guys gave gloves, hats, long-sleeved shirts, and lighter jackets to help him as well. “We all love Wira,” Pill said.

From soccer to wrestling and women’s volleyball, each athletic team has its own way of ministering within and meeting needs without—in the community, in churches, on foreign fields, to children and the elderly and everyone in-between. We’re creating a spiritual atmosphere where winning and the thrill of the game fall in line behind the purpose of any athletic contest, shared Thompson: to please and honor the Lord Jesus Christ in every endeavor.

THE WAY WE LIVE

Gauging the level of a spiritual atmosphere on campus or measuring the transmission of an ethos into a life pattern is challenging. Over the years, Maranatha has relied on data regarding student participation and alumni persistence in Christian ministry as good indicators of both concepts.

“Surveys from recent graduating classes demonstrate high Baptist

church membership (84 percent) and active participation in local church ministry (95 percent),” shared Dr. John Davis, dean of

students. “We believe these numbers represent faithful

families and churches who send us high-caliber students

who attend Maranatha and lock in to a purpose to serve God in their

homes, churches, communities, and the vocations God has prepared for them.”

Is a spiritual atmosphere unique to Maranatha Baptist University? No, but our spiritual atmosphere is unique. And we invite you to experience it for yourself. Schedule a visit or call our Admissions Office to hear about it firsthand. Add your name to our mailing list and acquaint yourself with our website. Join us for an athletic event or come to a dramatic production.

“Even our accrediting board noticed a difference on campus,” shared University President Dr. Marty Marriott. “They could not get over the quality and impressiveness of the students they met and saw. They commented several times, ‘The best proof of your spirit of excellence is all around the campus in the students we see.’ And I agree. Our students make Maranatha special.”

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MBUat a glance

Maranatha Baptist University provides a Christ-centered, Bible-based liberal arts education in an environment marked by intellectual rigor and inquiry. Our mission is to develop leaders for ministry in the local church and the world “To the Praise of His Glory.”

Maranatha Baptist University offers 31 majors, 34 minors, 4 associate programs, and a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning. These are offered through its College of Arts and Sciences (which includes the Departments of Applied Science, Humanities, and Music); the College of Bible and Church Ministries; the School of Business; the School of Nursing; and the School of Education.

Maranatha Baptist Seminary, the flagship of the University’s local church purpose and Baptist identity, offers six graduate degrees, including its Master of Divinity degree.

Through Maranatha’s Office of Online and Distance Education, “Bridge to Campus” students utilize high definition video conferencing to attend first year classes. More than 200 classes and 4 programs are offered in an online or distance format for high school and college students as well as adult learners.

Scholarships (Bible and Church Ministries, Teacher Education, ROTC, Pastor’s, Christian Worker’s, Alumni, and more); campus and off-campus employment; federal, state, and private grants and loans; and additional aid are available for students who attend MBU.

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The University offers an excellent ROTC program (40 cadets strong this year) that has performed at top levels in the state of Wisconsin and beyond. The University’s Charlie Company has distinguished itself with seniors winning the coveted Sterling Award in three of the last five years. Charlie Company has also placed first in the five-man Ranger Challenge competition in 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2013.

The University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association under the Academic Quality Improvement Program (AQIP), an accreditation pathway based upon the principles of continuous quality improvement.

The University’s nursing program has received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and the Master of Education in Teaching and Learning has been approved by the HLC.

As an NCAA Division III and NCCAA Division II institution, the University competes in eleven intercollegiate sports, including football, soccer, cross country, basketball, wrestling, and baseball for men; and soccer, volleyball, cross country, basketball, and softball for women.

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degrees, said, “… the first thing you need to know about any online school you’re considering is whether or not it is certified by one of the six national U.S. accrediting bodies. This is called regional accreditation, and it’s the highest form of accreditation a college or university can possess.”

Maranatha has been regionally accredited since February 26, 1993. Its graduates often write to thank the University for taking this step to ensure that alumni won’t face difficult hurdles while attempting to secure a spot in the workplace or graduate school.

When considering a college, be sure to find out whether it is regionally accredited. It’s an important question. It’s the right question to ask.

Portability

One positive of regional accreditation is portability—that is, the ability for credits to transfer between colleges. When transferring from one regionally accredited college to another, the only issue (normally) is whether parallel courses exist in both places. When attempting to transfer from a nationally accredited to a

regionally accredited college, however, the student is often gambling on whether a friendly relationship exists between the two schools.

Recognition

When the student graduates, recognition is what he will be depending on to land a job in his career field. Graduates of regionally accredited universities should experience no problems having their degrees recognized by potential employers. The issue of recognition is especially compelling for those seeking a job in education.

Financial Aid

Students from regionally accredited colleges can be confident that their academic credentials will not be called into question when they apply for financial aid. Maranatha students are eligible for nearly all federal and Wisconsin aid programs. Many of these programs are restricted to regionally accredited colleges. Maranatha students are also eligible for Pell Grants, loans, scholarships, and other aid programs.

Accountability

Accrediting agencies place their stamp of approval on colleges

that have attained a high level of educational quality. More than 3,000 of the roughly 4,000 colleges in the United States have regional accreditation. The North Central Association of the Higher Learning Commission is the regional accrediting body that determines whether Maranatha is fulfilling its promise to its students to provide them with a quality education. The North Central Association does not dictate policies relative to student life and behavior standards or limit the University’s ability to make God’s Word the center of every course.

The Final Word

Maranatha cares about its students. The University began its quest for regional accreditation to enable its graduates to enroll in postgraduate studies and professional fields without their options being limited. When considering any college, be sure to ask if it is regionally accredited. Of all the questions you ask about your choice, this one may be the most important.

Maranatha Baptist University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. ncahigherlearningcommission.org Phone: 312-263-0456

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Parents who “know the ropes” can offer insight to those considering Maranatha Baptist University for their children. Dave and Linda Montgomery from Dunbarton, NH, share an answer to a question we’ve been asked about college life.

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Meet the Montgomerys We were introduced to MBU when our oldest daughter, Jaimie, visited on a college trip with her youth group. Jaimie (Montgomery) Flack graduated with an Office Management major in 2012; Andy graduated in 2013 and is working toward a master’s in Biblical Studies; and Tommy is a junior Digital Media Marketing major.

I’m hoping my son can participate in a play or musical. Is that possible for a freshman? Does he have to be in a drama class or have a drama major/minor to be considered? Who should he talk to about auditions?

Freshmen are encouraged to try out for the plays, and they do not need to be in a drama class or have a Dramatic Productions minor to participate. One of the things we appreciate about the Maranatha experience is that there are many opportunities to participate in fine arts and sports activities regardless of the student’s major.

As a freshman, our son Tommy was in the Anne of Green Gables production (pictured below). He thoroughly enjoyed the experience. He made lasting friendships and learned how to manage his time. He found plays can be enjoyable, but schedules do fill quickly. You learn to take advantage of any amount of spare time you have.

Mr. Jeff Miller, Mrs. Angela Morris, and Mrs. Carol Ruffin are all faculty members who have directed plays in the past. Any of these individuals would be excellent resources for new students.

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is understanding its ministry mindset. Christian service, though voluntary, is an integral part of campus life; and regardless of major, students are challenged to use their education, gifts, and talents to serve God and minister to others with their lives.

In our community

An evidence of a ministry mindset is an enthusiasm to participate in ministry opportunities in a variety of places and settings. Students can put their faith to work here in Watertown, and the University has cultivated positive relationships with many community members and businesses.

Over a semester, students average 1,000 hours volunteering for weekend camps and local special needs organizations, ministering at nursing homes, helping with regional and state youth rallies, tutoring in area schools, and showing appreciation to Watertown’s police and fire department.

“The students want to help others,” shared Peter Huber, director of student activities. “This is the visible fruit of a Christ-centered life.”

For student body council member, Emily Ranch, simply showing up became a difference-maker in a young girl’s life. An Elementary Teacher Education major, Ranch was introduced to Big Sisters her sophomore year and was matched with Lia, a fifth grade girl who struggled with emotional and behavioral disorders.

“She was pretty disengaged the whole semester; but one day, I came in early to meet with her teacher, and Lia came screaming into the room and started crying in the corner,” Ranch said. “As the teacher talked to her, Lia finally admitted she was upset because she thought I hadn’t come that day. Until then, I didn’t think she cared.”

Providentially, Ranch spent her junior practicum (50 hours) in Lia’s middle school classroom. The changes she saw in Lia’s life during that time were remarkable.

“I was able to grow our relationship by taking Lia out for ice cream and playing games with her after school,” Ranch said. “I’ve been able to share the Gospel clearly with her at least once and have talked to her about her life and purpose on numerous occasions. God has something special planned for Lia.”

Ranch is serious about getting out of the Maranatha “bubble” and is quick to encourage others to do the same. “As students,” she shared, “we’re here to build bridges of friendship that can support the weight of truth.”

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Wednesdays, it is not unusual for students to participate in ministry by singing a solo, playing an offertory, ushering, signing, working in the nursery, teaching a Bible lesson, helping in youth group, or supervising children on a bus.

Attending local churches like Fellowship Baptist Church in Watertown affords students the opportunity to experience ministry and develop skills under the direction of faithful pastors and members—including University faculty and staff.

“One of our youth leaders served as a youth pastor for 20 years prior to coming to Watertown,” commented Chad Prigge, pastor of Fellowship. “He is now mentoring several University students who are considering youth ministry as a vocation. This is the kind of pattern we want to replicate for the good of our church today as well as the good of the Church tomorrow.”

For local church ministry, vocational or otherwise, preparation includes instruction in the Baptist distinctives. In fact, each student who earns a four-year degree from the University takes a class covering the Baptist tenets. The class, fittingly named

Baptist Heritage, covers a study of the doctrine and history of Baptists and baptistic peoples, emphasizing their development over the last four hundred years.

Chip Herbert ‘10, MDiv ‘13, assistant pastor at Faith Baptist Church in Pekin, IL, first learned the Baptist tenets in a formal way in Dr. Saxon’s class. Through subsequent Bible Doctrine classes and training at Maranatha Baptist Seminary, his understanding of what it meant to be a Baptist deepened.

“Under the teaching of Dr. Oats and Dr. Moritz, I developed an even greater knowledge of Baptist history and fundamentalism,” shared Herbert. “I appreciate Maranatha’s stand as a Baptist school and I love the fact that we have scholarly and godly men teaching in the University and the Seminary.”

Both Chip and his wife, Sarah (Pill)Herbert ’11, MA ’13, shared they were privileged to learn about their Baptist heritage under great men of the faith. “One of the most obvious

ways for us to ‘carry the torch,’” Sarah commented, “is to continue to teach young people the same truths we have learned about the Bible, music, and the rest of life”—a task the Herberts have embraced in their present ministry.

Getting involved in ministry is a simple process at Maranatha Baptist University. Students may visit the

“The realness of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

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upon the teachings of the Bible.” Dr. John Davis, dean of students

Maranatha Community Relations Council to explore community-based projects and local volunteer openings; and all students attend Ministry Recruitment Day, a special chapel set aside to meet local pastors.

“The realness of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ results in students and graduates choosing, prizing, and acting upon the teachings of the Bible,” Dean of Students Dr. John Davis shared. “You see that happening at Maranatha Baptist University.”

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ethany Wright saved time, money, and stress.

What more could you ask for?

“The credits I earned through Maranatha Online classes and CLEP tests allowed me to come into college as a second semester freshman,” the rising-sophomore from Watertown, WI, said. “Having a lighter load of credits allowed me to participate in sports, plays, church ministries, and many other social activities. I also have the opportunity to double major or even accomplish a five-year program in four years.”

Wright is one of a growing number of students who have gotten a jump on their college education while still in high school. She enrolled in 14 credits of online classes and took three College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests for three credits each, and she is planning on taking three more CLEP tests in the future.

Not only was it time efficient, but it was also “feasible and affordable,” Wright shared. “The CLEP test allows you to take an eighty-dollar test and get the credits for a thousand dollar class.”

Let’s take a closer look at options for accumulating college credit while still in high school.

Online LearningOnline learning, already a cost-effective option at Maranatha, is even more attractive when you consider the 50-percent scholarship for high school juniors and seniors who qualify.

Maranatha Online offeres more than 200 undergraduate and graduate courses, and its programs are constantly being expanded. More than 50 of those classes are at the freshman and sophomore levels, allowing high school students to get ahead on their required courses before coming to campus.

Perhaps a student isn’t sure the Lord is leading him or her to Watertown. Maranatha’s regional accreditation allows its credits to transfer to nearly every college in the country. So, even students who don’t plan to attend Maranatha can pick up credits that will put them ahead at the colleges of their choice.

“Taking online classes is worth the effort, and I would encourage high school juniors and seniors to take as many online classes as possible,” Wright said. For more information on Maranatha Online, go to mbbc.edu/online.

Dual CreditDual credit options have become attractive, particularly to those interested in online learning or those who live near a college that offers classes to high school students.

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Many states allow students to earn both high school and college credit for the same course. Some will even help the student pay for the class. Homeschooled students, including those under the supervision of a public or Christian school, may also find earning dual credit to be a possibility.

According to the Education Commission of the States, 46 states have established policies offering at least one dual enrollment option. In the other four, dual enrollment policies are determined by the local school districts or colleges. Check with your state department of education or local school district to see how dual credit is made available where you live.

CLEP ExamsThe College Level Examination Program (CLEP) allows students to demonstrate their ability to complete college work by taking timed multiple-choice exams. A passing score on an exam converts to college credit—at a significantly lower cost.

Maranatha students may accumulate 30 hours of CLEP credits by the end of their freshman year, with no more than 12 in a single field. There are 18 different courses that can be replaced by CLEP credits, all at the freshman and sophomore levels. CLEP gives new students a chance to finish their core requirements more quickly and get an early start on advanced courses and upper-class electives (the fun stuff!).

The financial aspect of taking CLEP tests is certainly a plus. Each test costs $80, plus a fee charged by the test center (usually $10-$20). When compared with college tuition, this could translate into hundreds of dollars in savings for a three-hour course.

Advanced Placement ClassesIncoming Maranatha freshmen can also earn credit by enrolling in Advanced Placement courses and examinations while in high school—up to 40 credit hours, and up to 12 in one field. The courses are taken through the student’s high school, with examinations given at the end of the course to determine whether college credit will be granted.

Olivia Mueller (’12) earned her Applied Science/Pre-Med degree from Maranatha in three years. She came to college with 20 AP credits earned while in high school. Mueller estimated that she spent about $500 for the classes but saved nearly $10,000.

“I would strongly recommend taking AP classes,” Mueller said. “They help prepare you emotionally, mentally, and academically for college. Even if you don’t take the test or score high enough to gain college credit, you still walk away with the experience of a college-level course. Then, when you take the course in college, it should be like a review or, at least, easier to understand.

“It’s a win-win situation.”

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purpose—to care for the physical body and to help

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ncredible changes came into our lives

when we bid our dear church family

farewell in Metro Detroit four years ago.

I had only known life as a preacher’s

daughter and a preacher’s wife! Becoming

a college president’s wife was a bit

daunting. Of course, my husband wanted

me to be free to travel with him and to

speak to the ladies, to attend student

activities and games, and to be a campus

hostess when needed. But, I asked, what

would I do to serve the Lord on a campus

instead of in a church? How would I fill

my days?

God works through change to change

us, doesn’t He? My job is different, to

be sure, but today my greatest delight

is caring for students. Being “mom” to a

campus of students—what’s not to like?

I keep a supply of cough drops and

Band-Aids handy!

Often the Lord connects me with those

on campus who are hurting. I frequently

ask Him to lead me to someone who needs

a listening ear or an extra hug. Eternity

will reveal that many have fallen or quit

the path God has called them to because

of discouragement or lack of mentoring.

My desire is to invest time and energy into

mentoring and encouraging students to

grow into men and women of God. Some

days, I feel like a personal coach!

Change helps us grow more like Christ.

And college is an excellent place for

growth to happen. Dr. Marriott and I are

here to lend our support to the process

through listening, praying for and with

students, offering biblical advice, working

on projects together, and having students

over. I’ve even been known to play Cupid.

But that probably doesn’t surprise you.

Our best time is spent with our

Maranatha family. We trust as

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son or daughter returns? Just wait till you see how he or she has changed.

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One of Mrs. Marriott’s greatest joys is spending time with college students and sharing the

privilege of serving the Lord right where you are. Mrs. M is the love of Dr. Marriott’s life and

our students’ greatest cheerleader. As “campus mom,” she believes in demonstrating God’s

love in tangible ways. Sometimes that means inviting you over for potato soup and a cup of

sweet and spicy tea. So pull up a chair, and listen in as Mrs. M opens the door to her heart.

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Sophomore Year• Take the pre-ACT PLAN test.• Plan the remainder of your high school courses with the help of a counselor.• Begin considering career options.

Junior Year• Talk to people in careers that interest you. If you aren’t sure, take a test to identify potential career options.• Begin visiting colleges.• Take the SAT or ACT.• Take the PSAT/NMSQT to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship.• Begin considering sources of financial aid. You can also check the FAFSA4caster at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov to determine how much federal aid you might receive.• Investigate opportunities to earn college credit while in high school.

Senior YearAugust• If you have a summer job, save some money for application fees.• Register to take the ACT or SAT if you did not do so as a junior or wish to retake the tests.

September• Ask for catalogs and applications from colleges in which you are interested.• Visit some colleges, watch virtual tours, and begin narrowing your list.• Begin researching scholarships—private, institutional, and federal (www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov).

• Request application information for those scholarships.• Complete forms (financial aid and otherwise) requested by the colleges to which you have applied.• Meet with your school counselor to make sure you are on track to graduate and fulfill college admission requirements.

October• Complete your application essay and discuss it with an English teacher.• Complete and submit applications if an “early decision” is required.• Obtain a PIN on the website for federal student aid (www.pin.ed.gov) to allow yourself easy access later.

November• Check financial aid and admissions deadlines for colleges to which you may apply.• See if any colleges in which you are interested offer an early financial aid estimate.

December• Take the SAT or ACT.• Begin applying to colleges in which you are interested.• Encourage your parents to complete income tax forms early. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms should be filed as soon as possible after Jan. 1.

January• As soon as you and your parents have all tax information together, begin filling out the FAFSA (www.fafsa.ed.gov).• Many colleges have financial aid deadlines in early February, so don’t delay. If you have questions about federal financial aid, call 1-800-4-FED-AID.• Complete and return all forms requested by the colleges to which you have applied.

February• Correct any errors in your FAFSA report and re-submit.• Research private scholarships and complete application process.• Complete and submit applications for institutional scholarships. Don’t wait until your FAFSA is done … you want to be first in line.

March• Complete forms arriving from colleges.• Submit copies of documents requested by the financial aid office.• Compare financial aid packages of colleges to which you have been accepted.• Begin looking for summer employment.

Calendar for the College-Bound

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Where studentsbecome teachers

Our students regularly practice skills in the classroom, and over 100 hours of fieldwork are required, including a 50-hour practicum with a certified teacher. A full semester of student teaching allows seniors to experience “first days” and “last days” and everything in-between.

Our regional accreditation paves the way for state teacher certification and easy reciprocity. In fact, we have licensed teachers serving today in 30 states across the U.S. as well as 5 foreign countries—Guam, Albania, Peru, Saipan, and China.

Teacher Education scholarships are available.

Learn more at mbbc.edu/academics.

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