Feb 25 (Sat) 3:00 PM. You do, as an adult, have the right to transfer if a school does not fit your lifestyle. everybody who reads this will be without excuse when they get o the Great White Throne judgment before God. Im not a Christian and yet I do not have pictures pasted on the internet of myself drunk and naked I dont even use Facebook or alcohol. But controlled and responsible use of alcoholwhich Christians too often forget was how Jesus approached alcoholshould not be limited because it has the mere potential to be used irresponsibly. I transferred to PCC my sophomore year and had a great floor leader. http://www.pcci.edu/ People who attend strict colleges probably do so because they prefer a stricter environment. Religion is a choice not a punishment and certainly it is not a requirement if I am not mistaken by my own logic as well as using the bible as a reference would God really want you to be FORCED and REQUIRED to worship him in the ways others want you too? Wow, imagine that. There is no doubt in my mind that students who wish to drink will find a way to do so, just like students who struggle with sexual temptation will find a way to engage in such activities if that is truly the desire of their hearts. -Engaging in or Supporting Homosexuality, this one is tricky. The best approach is to research the college yourself and make your decsision. 2 min read. Treating free-willed adults as if petulant children incapable of forging their own individual perceptions, decisions, and behaviors.. Who is she to judge!? The articles goal is to make you think some of these colleges are creating robots and the students walk around with bibles in one arm and a notebook in the other. Just my humble, unbiased opinion; take it or leave it. This article oversimplifies the issue, as well as interprets the motives behind the rule, both of which are misleading. If you have questions or need more information, please contact the student life deans. I would not refer it to anyone!!!! And was to that if I wear modest clothing my tattoos should not be a problem. If you want information about these schools, do your homework by going straight to the source. There are a few on this list that are over the top in their rules, like Bob Jones and Pensacola. As we know from history, prohibition massively failed. Seriously. Choose this day whom you will serve, and if you will serve the Lord, beware, lest you make the grace of our God into Lasciviousness. I think that the questions that we really need to ask are (a) whether students are better off if they attend these schools, and (b) whether we ought to encourage students to attend these schools. To write that students are fully aware of the rules is a twist of the truth and reality. They completely reach into the personal lives and convictions of their students, demanding that they refrain from such so-called perversions such as premarital sex, extramarital sex (even if both parties agree to an open relationship), and homosexuality. "Clothing should not be excessively short or revealing," the handbook reads. It is near 30,000 dollars a year, and Cedarville is not known for its great financial aid! Incidentally, the D.A.R.E. 5:18; 1 Tim. Any freshmen taking less than 24 hours of coursework must be in their dorm rooms by midnight on Monday through Wednesday and 12:30 AM on Friday through Sunday. They love to give demerits there and everyone is encouraged to be a snitch. Many who attend the strictest places were either home-schooled or went to hard-line fundy christian schools and churches their whole life. Alcohol is held up as equally detrimental as illegal substances regardless of whether or not a student partakes responsibly and remains at or above the drinking age and the University does not discriminate on whether or not consumption or possession takes place on- or off-campus, either. Your email address will not be published. 31:30). i really hope if youre not saved that this eats away at your consciene soo much that you cant live like that anymore and come to a saving knowledge of Jesus ChristJohn 3:16- For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that WHOSOEVER believeth in him should NOT perish, but have everlasting lifeso it doesnt matter who you are, what youve done or whatever you case is, God wants to and will save you if you only call on His name. Academically, it was quite decent, and some professors were very open-minded. I bet theyre a lively and entertaining bunch). put a sock in it. LU is now one of the largest christian colleges in teh US, if not the largest. You might want to take a closer look at everything that was going on at the time. Seems irrelevant to me. And Another note. Certainly they are more strict and arbitrary in their rules than some of the schools here. This biblical teaching, coupled with the reality that alcohol is addictive to many and that alcohol-related problems pose a major threat to college students, warrants wisdom concerning the use of alcohol. The suspect in the deadly Michigan State campus shooting, who later died at a Lansing location, was a 43-year-old man, Michigan State University Interim Deputy Police Chief Chris Rozman said at a . Carson engages in an enlightening discourse on the disputable matters Cedarville references in the student handbook. Listed below are several principles that support and guide our approach to alcohol and are informed by the following Scripture texts: Prov. Yet, somehow, Cedarville still fostered open discourse. No one is going to forbid interracial or homosexual relationships, no one is going to forbid occult religions, no one is going to forbid fornication, and you wont be able to handle that. The school even governs how students are to go about their off-campus employment as well. Facebook. Convocation was not that big of a dealit was actually pretty cool. For these schools, leeching beyond the academic and school-related extracurricular functions and into the private lives of their students remains a high priority, with handbooks dictating very clearly how all of them must behave regardless of whether or not they live or play on campus. Sickening!!! I go to Oral Roberts University. The school works to develop what God has put into someone, unlike schools like the Ohio State University, which declared to my entering class their goal to fail you in your first year. As discussed in the article on Cedarville's alcohol rules, when you make something illegal, it doesn't stop people who want to do it. It is NOT frowned upon if you do not attend other Christian things like church simply suggested. -Underage gambling is also against the law (and also gives into the sin of greed) Bob Jones University requires all students to attend regular church, Sunday school, society, Bible conferences, artist series programs, and vespers services on campus, though not necessarily in a single week. The veritably Orwellian Florida Christian College combs through its students media collections, banning any books, movies, music, magazines, or video games it deems detrimental to Christianity. While BYU does accept students who do not belong to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, they are still required to participate in the community as if they were. While some rules are debatable, yet this writer seems to think Im thinking that the author of this either made up some bs to get people riled, or got his hands on a 40yr-old student manual. I went to ORU and two of my children as well. God created the creativity within human beings. Cedarville police were called to the Stevens Student Center Tuesday morning after a 911 caller reported that a male student had been stabbed. Also, youre a little too sarcastic in your sentences. Honestly, this is lazy journalism. While it usually remains the students choice to partake of such environments, many outside the affiliated fundamentalist organizations may look over their rules and find their jaws dropping. This is EXTREMELY uninformed. If an institution dedicated to the service of Christ becomes abhorred by those who dont serve Christ, this might suggest that it is doing something right not always, just sometimes. And we can definitely dance. They also require the students to dress up for all morning classes, no matter what the class was too. They claimed to preach the message of God, but in his hour of need, while he struggled with substance abuse and depression, they kicked him out of the school. Men may not grow their sideburns past their earlobes, have hair covering their ears, or keep moustaches beyond the corners of their mouths. Maybe this list should just be 10 Strict Christian Colleges? No one is forcing anyone to attend those colleges/universities. Alcohol use can reduce a persons ability to make good decisions about sex and is commonly associated with various forms of sexual immorality, including sexual and physical assault. Perhaps they are harmless. Eliane There are some rules that I whish didn't exist, but I understand why they are inplace, so they don't bother me all that much. The university itself is also strongly anti-alcohol, arguing that consumption of alcohol is inconsistent with a Biblical lifestyle, even though Jesus drank wine and the Bible is filled with positive references to alcohol. All women are required to keep their skirts at knee-length or longer and receive no piercings beyond one in the earlobe. Above all, we pray God would be honored by our deliberations and actions. If a disciple of Christ becomes odious to others because of the radical measures that Christ calls us to, he will have followed the footsteps of his master; indeed, what else could be expected of him? No, they do not allow engaging in it, and I honestly think thats not something good. Registrar's Office. You are loved. Please rethink your mission before writing on something destructive. In the introduction of this article, many questions were raised, and no answers for any of them were argued for in the main body of the text. Neither dancing nor tattoos are forbidden, although some forms of dancing would be inappropriate. I regret to say that it was not from the Asbury experience. I went to the definitely not religious university of Iowa State University years ago. Students hoping to visit any friends of the opposite sex must receive permission from their families and keep it on file with the school as well. However, I dont think its quite as strict as some of the other colleges on this list, notably 1 3. And its true men may not wear makeup. Dyed hair and faddish or extreme styles are out, as are any piercings beyond the ears or a nose stud presumably allowed for cultural reasons. The point is, in my opinion, someone needs to establish guidelines for our youth.. Participating in dance that is sexually provocative, occurs in unhealthy environments, or accompanies lyrics that do not reflect a pure and godly lifestyle is prohibited. I was a student of your college from 1990 to 1997. 13:13; Rom. Smoking is legal, but people die from it. Part-timers or those with special circumstances must do so on days when their classes do not begin until after noon. However, this article doesnt actually say that these schools are bad just that they are very strict, which they are. The admission office refused to release the student handbook until one signed on the dotted line, feet on campus for semester orientation and parents away from campus. Folk dancing? (We had not had sex for those who was wondering) I was on the phone with him in my dorm room and my RA overheard our conversation. All of these policies supposedly honor the wishes of Jesus Christ and facilitate participation in the encouraged weekend activities of door-to-door and child evangelism, working in churches, and volunteering at nursing homes. All of you commenting on this comment box are complete fools have you not forgotten what country you live in its the United States people. Whats your motive? he would allow an environment that would dishonor the name of Christ. ALCOHOL AND ILLEGAL AND HARMFUL SUBSTANCES The Bible contains many warnings on the use of alcohol and teaches the need for caution. The specific guidelines included below are shaped by biblical principles, community preferences, and cultural expectations in terms of propriety and professionalism. (see Joshua 24:15, Jude 1:4, Romans 16:17). I always go by the philiosiphy that people dont care how much you know until they know how much you care. So Asbury, Stop preaching with your snobby attitudes and start caring about the people you preach too.you might actually gets Gods message accross that way. Students are not allowed to use, purchase, share, or possess alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, or any illegal drug on or off campus. (IF you live somewhere else then you should not know what most of these colleges are anyways because they are in the U.S) This country has set its standards and limitations and guess what the four founding fathers said my dear friends, Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.. Students are also reminded that underage drinking violates federal law. Expressions of dance performed in a manner that honors God and promotes holiness are permitted. I dont know what they are trying to prove by stating the fact that The Passion was rated R for violence in their description. The professors are very intentional so that studying the bible isn't just for academia, but . 4:3. They have to cover tattoos, remove piercings, and maintain hairstyles approved by the dean and all without any unnatural colors, of course. Students are not allowed to use, purchase, share, or possess alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, or any illegal drug on or off campus. For any college that you are considering, know before you go. I attended Asbury for my first 2 years of college and met my wife there. Yay secularism! If you make it conform to Biblical principles, it will be considered politically incorrect, and will be shut down as soon as possible. All of which are traditional dances and (in my opinion) in no way put the dancers morality and purity at risk. Faith College Largo Florida. I know a boy who went to a very hypocritical high school. Like, in this example, students deciding its very unlikely that Oral Roberts raised the dead during his ministry, which would make their college named after a liar. Some of the dating offenses include displays of affection beyond hand-holding both on- and off-campus, seeing one another in swimming or sunbathing attire, not exiting a car at the same time immediately upon turning off the engine, being caught alone together while at school, and going on single dates while a freshman. 2A) A proper reading of the Sodom story shows that the sin that was committed was inhospitality to strangers Jesus also sites Sodom in this context, 2B) Lots daughters are offered up to the strangers is this an example of morality? Second, since only very strict Christians will be attending these schools, students wont have as much exposure to other points of view unless they actively seek them out. However, I dont think its wrong for students to want change and to disagree with them, especially when it comes to injustices such as in the mental health article. All colleges, whether religious or secular, conservative or liberal, have written codes of conduct for their students and faculty. However, no mention is made of men wearing very short shorts or tank tops that expose most of their upper body. To try to fix me, I was taken to a church, beat, water thrown on me, dragged to a stage and forced to confess things Id never done. Welcome to a nation who makes each individual feel entitled to make his own god based on his opinion. I understand your point, and I do believe the policy could be tweaked. Carson outlines ten items that can be used to determine what constitutes a theologically disputable matterwhich Cedarville claims includes use of alcohol. 8; Gal. If students go from a strict household (as I suppose most of these students do) to a strict school, they will have no chance to learn true self-control. Cedarville University is an independent Baptist school located in Cedarville, Ohio, which teaches its academics "by Christian tradition" meaning, believing that their take on religion is the only right view, that free speech is a no-no, that gays are evil, that evolution is religion and creationism is science, that the bible is a history textbook and that any TV show/movie/video game/book . We call our student handbook The Cedarville Experience because it includes many of the guidelines and principles that will shape your time at Cedarville. I dont necessarily agree with Cedarvilles alcohol policies while on campus or during the school year, but I can see where they are coming from with restrictions. To be sure, the school was known more for its strict rules back in the 1980s than for its educational prowess, and those rules were sexist (women had to wear skirts) and ridiculous (movie theatres were banned but VCRs weren't). If you give your kids a firm understanding of probability, they wont even *want* to gamble. Also, Dami, Sodom and Gamorah was only said to be evil because they tried to A) rape two visitor (angels mind you) 2) they were gluttonous in their behavior 3) I am pretty darn sure that a gay man was NOT on the committee for writing the Bible 4) the bible also condemns women for having a period.. (I did study the Bible), strict rules can actually push one from God. They just dont want you showing /Friday the 13th/ or anything, due to the content. Cedarvilles policy on alcohol is not founded in fact, policy, or Biblical principle. If you honestly think that the way these colleges are conducting themselves and imposing religion upon students is a good thing, well then I dont know. Its part of the colleges curriculum, just like a class, due to the college aiming for both academic AND spiritual growth. So next time you choose to attack our schools (speaking more to some of the comments than the actual article), check your sources. According to a blog post made last November by the school president Dr. Thomas White, and referring to Philippians 4:8 (which honors "whatever is pure"), Cedarville will soon institute a new. Raffles are not even allowed as fundraiser due to their association with gambling, which is also banned. But the following schools nonetheless play host to a number of regulations that seem rather appalling to mainstream society, and this article takes an admittedly irreverent peek at a little of what they have to say.