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@ milligan Milligan is one of the South’s premier Christian liberal arts colleges. Our faculty are among the best in their fields and our academic programs are lauded by accrediting agencies and national organizations. With over 30 academic options, Milligan has a lot to offer. CHRIST‑CENTERED As a Christian college, the Christian faith is intentionally shared and explored throughout the Milligan curriculum. We encourage students to see God’s hand in all subjects — whether studying accounting, history, or fine arts. This interplay between Christian commitment and academic quality is central to Milligan’s identity and purpose. No matter which academic program you choose, you’ll learn what it means to be a servant-leader who understands that success is about using your God-given abilities to touch lives and transform communities.

LIBERAL ARTS The term “liberal arts” is a way of describing a broad education that seeks to prepare students to think, to inquire, and to analyze. At Milligan, a unique interdisciplinary Humanities Program lays a common foundation for learning, as students learn about the historical, philosophical, literary, and artistic basis of our modern society. Learning from a liberal arts perspective prepares one for an ever-changing world.

AMAZING FACULTY Our faculty are among the best in their fields and more than 80 percent have the highest degree in their field. From your first day at Milligan — and for the rest of your life — you’ll experience the great mentoring relationships our faculty have with students and alumni. They are passionate about each student’s success both inside and outside the classroom. While our faculty’s primary focus is teaching and mentoring, many are also involved in academic research, publishing articles and books, serving in national organizations, and consulting corporations and non-profits. They are respected and caring Christian scholars who are committed to scholarship, excellence in teaching, and the faith development of their students.

NATIONAL QUALITY Milligan is named one of the Top 10 Best Regional Colleges in the South by U.S. News & World Report, as well as one of the Top 10 Best Buys in the South. Washington Monthly ranked Milligan among the top 100 baccalaureate colleges in the nation based on the college’s contribution to the public good in social mobility, research, and service.

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BUSINESS Accounting Applied Finance & Accounting Business Administration Computer Information Systems Economics Health Care Administration International Business Legal Studies Management Marketing Sports Management

EDUCATION Licensure in: Early Childhood (PreK‑3) Special Ed (PreK‑3) Elementary Ed (K‑6) Middle Grades (4‑8) Secondary (7‑12) K‑12 in Music, PE, Theatre, & Visual Arts Coaching Child & Youth Development Exercise Science Fitness & Wellness Human Performance & Exercise Science Physical Education

HUMANE LEARNING English French German Greek Humanities Language Arts Philosophy Spanish Womenʼs Studies Writing

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PERFORMING, VISUAL & COMMUNICATIVE ARTS COMMUNICATIONS Communications Digital Media Film Studies Interpersonal & Public Communication Multimedia Journalism Photography Public Relations

FINE ARTS Art Fine Arts Theatre Arts

MUSIC Jazz Studies Music Music Education Music Ministry

SCIENTIFIC LEARNING Allied Health Sciences Biology Chemistry Mathematics Physical Science

SOCIAL LEARNING Certificate in Leadership Child Life Ethnic Studies History Intercultural Studies Political Science Psychology Public Leadership & Service Sociology Interdisciplinary Honors Leadership Certificate

GRAD & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Master of Business Administration Master of Education M.S. in Counseling M.S. in Occupational Therapy Bachelorʼs in Business Administration Bachelorʼs in Early Childhood Educ. Bachelorʼs in Computer Info Systems

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Study of the Bible has been foundational to Milligan since its inception. Milligan’s liberal arts education builds on this foundation, providing a broad-based preparation for ministry of all kinds. Ministers must know the scriptures and how to interpet them, but they must also understand the world and the people to whom they are called to minister. To achieve this ambitious aim, Milligan offers a rigorous Bible curriculum taught by a distinguished faculty. Students also benefit greatly from expert teachers all across the college, including those in psychology, education, sociology, history, and music.

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(children’s, pastoral, youth, etc.). A sampling of the extensive courses in the Bible area can be found on the Milligan website.

Internships Serious study of scripture should always be connected with service or ministry, and so each track in our Bible major is focused toward teaching, ministering, or serving others in some way. Students are required to complete a ministry internship and many have part-time ministries at local churches.

Semester in Ministry One exciting internship opportunity is the innovative Semester in Ministry program with Mountain Christian Church in Joppa, Maryland, where students gain hands-on experience in supervised ministry and spiritual formation, as well as take academic courses for credit. More information can be found at www.milligan.edu/semesterinministry.

Worship Leadership This major prepares students to participate on the ministry staff of a local church and lead Christian people in worship that is scripturally sound and musically and artistically competent.

Faculty Milligan has 11 Bible and ministry professors. They hold Ph.D.’s from Duke, Emory, Indiana University, Notre Dame, and the University of Denver, and M.Div.’s or M.A.’s from Abilene Christian University, Emmanuel School of Religion, and the University of Chicago. They are recognized and published scholars and all have years of ministerial experience in a variety of areas. Most importantly, they are excellent teachers and caring mentors.

Successful Graduates Our alumni are serving around the world as ministerial leaders in congregations of all sizes, missions organizations, and various educational and non-profit organizations. Many have also pursued graduate studies and report back that they were better prepared than most of their peers.

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Curriculum Students integrate a general business core with courses in their focused area so they understand the big picture and are prepared for short and long-term decision making in the business world. With deeper study in their area, they can solve complex business problems, even under conditions of uncertainty. They’re also good communicators and understand computer technology and mathematics. Courses in leadership and management skills prepare students for

planning, implementation, and control of the business enterprise, all rooted in a foundation of ethical and moral principles. See www.milligan.edu/academics for full curriculum.

Internships Hands-on learning experiences are important and internships are strongly encouraged and/or required. Faculty help place students in internships, which have ranged from local businesses to national corporations, government appointments, and international agencies.

Faculty Milligan’s business faculty consists of 10 full-time professors, all of whom have doctoral degrees from institutions such as University of Tennessee, George Mason, Virginia Tech, Northern Illinois, Regent, and Argosy. They are recognized business, community, and church leaders with years of professional experience in a variety of areas. Most importantly, they are excellent teachers and caring mentors.

Successful Graduates Our graduates are leaders in their fields, working for CPA firms, banks, financial service companies, health care organizations, and a variety of other companies, including some among the Fortune 500. Others are working in churches and nonprofit organizations and many pursue graduate school.

“Our business programs are designed to develop managers and leaders for the new millennium. We teach the latest theories and challenge our students with realworld applications — all taught from a decidely Christian perspective with an emphasis on ethics and integrity.” — Dr. Bob Mahan Accounting Professor

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The traditional media industry is changing rapidly and requires professionals to have a diversified skill-set. Putting graduates in influential roles in a world where mass media are a driving force is our mission. Students are educated for a wide range of careers in the field of communications in mainstream media and church settings. Milligan graduates are distinguished by their solid theoretical knowledge, their professional skills, and their ability to think and act as Christians in a world where all media converge to form a set of compelling communications tools.

Students learn and work in state-of-the-art Mac workstations, digital media editing bays, a radio station, and a video production studio.

Whether you seek a career as a digital journalist, graphic designer, interactive media designer, film producer, photojournalist, editor, public relations director for a non-profit organization, or church media development and design, Milligan’s Communications Area has an area of study to fit your needs.

Experience Students work alongside professionals in their field through internships in a variety of settings. Co-curricular opportunities to gain hands-on experience include The Stampede Online-TVPrint, The Buffalo (annual magazine and website), and WUMC-FM 90.5 (campus radio station). Students also have the opportunity to apply for a one semester residency at the Washington Journalism Center, Los Angeles Film Studies Program, or the Contemporary Music Center through the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).

Graduates Milligan Communications graduates are working for NASA, CNN, Saturn, Dreamworks SKG, Zoo Studio Nashville, Focus on the Family, and Standard Publishing, to name a few. Others are working at TV, radio, and newspapers throughout the country. Some are working in ministry or youth ministry and in businesses or non-profit organizations. Many have pursued graduate studies at University of Illinois, University of Georgia, NYU, Duke, Johns Hopkins, and Georgia Southern, to name only a few.

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MAJORS/MINORS: Elementary or secondary licensure students select a major depending on their chosen licensure area. Non-licensure students may major in Child & Youth Development or Human Performance & Exercise Science. Minors are available in Coaching, Exercise Science, Fitness & Wellness, and Physical Education.

Caring & Reflecting Professionals Every child deserves a quality teacher and caregiver, so Milligan aims to prepare professionals who integrate their Christian faith, social responsibility, and knowledge and skills to contribute to a responsible and caring community. Whether you want to teach in a public or private school, lead youth organizations or child development centers, coach or provide fitness and wellness training or be an administrator, Milligan’s Area of Education can help you reach your goals.

Faculty Milligan’s faculty have years of professional experience in teaching, coaching, and child development, in both urban and rural settings, as well as public, private, and

government settings. Most have doctoral degrees and are recognized and published scholars. Most importantly, they are excellent teachers and caring mentors.

Personal Attention Milligan’s classes are relatively small, allowing professors to interact closely with students for individual attention and supervision throughout their program.

Internship & Student Teaching You’ll get extensive field experience in local schools or organizations appropriate to your major and area of interest. A required internship will provide a sustained supervised experience, working directly with master teachers or other organization leaders as mentors. Teacher candidates complete supervised field experiences and student teaching.

Quality Milligan’s education program has a reputation for producing quality educators and leaders with a strong dedication to their students. Milligan is one of nine private colleges in Tennessee accredited by NCATE, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (2010 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036; 202.466.7496), which means your degree from Milligan is instantly recognized throughout the country for its quality.

Successful Graduates Our graduates are serving as teachers, school administrators, and youth program leaders throughout the country, and many go on to obtain master’s and doctoral degrees. HPXS grads are successful in the allied health and wellness industry and many complete graduate studies.

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The fine arts major develops students’ Godgiven personalities and talents by increasing their appreciation for and knowledge of human creativity. In addition to being taught fundamental skills, theories, principles, and technologies, students learn the history and current trends in the arts.

Art Students acquire a strong foundation in visual art skills, insights, and overall aesthetic awareness, and have the opportunity to showcase their work in local galleries. Students are prepared to apply to graduate school or to pursue careers as professional artists. Some work in gallery or museums, arts organizations, and free-lance art.

Students prepare for film and cinema careers through courses in screenwriting, film history, documentary film, and film and television criticism. In recent years, Milligan students have entered films in independent film festivals throughout the U.S. and many study at the Los Angeles Film Studies Program. Multimedia facilities include state-of-the-art Mac workstations, digital media editing bays, broadcast control room and studio, and a radio station.

Photography Skills in both traditional and digital photography are taught from an artistic standpoint. One of only a few Christian colleges offering a photography major, Milligan students have consistently won juried shows and had work featured in Photographer’s Forum Best of College Photography Annual.

The curriculum is taught from an artistic standpoint that prepares students for several music-related careers. Graduates can use their knowledge of basic music theory, solo and ensemble performance practice, and popular and historical music literature for careers in musical theatre, vocal or instrumental coaching, or to assist in studio work.

Theatre Productions have been featured at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival and graduates are involved in national touring companies, regional theatre, and various fine arts fields throughout the U.S. The Milligan College Theatre for Young Audiences has been touring elementary schools for over 25 years. Another 25-year tradition is the annual student-directed Festival of One Act Plays and Short Films. The Gregory Center for the Liberal Arts houses a 300seat state-of-the-art theatre auditorium (opened in 2008), along with backstage support, staging, and workshop areas.

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Curriculum The Humane Learning Area encompasses a wide variety of subjects, including literature, languages, philosophy, history, fine arts, theology, and women’s studies, many of which are part of the college’s liberal arts curriculum. Humanities majors work with a faculty member to create a personalized, interdisciplinary major that helps them see and explore the connections and relationships between

disciplines, as well as the Christian faith. The English major can be tailored to focus on teaching, writing, or preparation for graduate school. An advanced writing course offers writers a great way to hone their skills and meet writers, editors, and publishers. All students are encouraged to participate in the student-edited literary magazine, The Phoenix. Popular courses include Fiction of C. S. Lewis, Medieval Literature, Fiction by Women, Images of Jesus in the Arts, Japanese Literature, and more.

Study Abroad Spending a semester in an off-campus study program is strongly encouraged. Opportunities include Australia, China, Costa Rica, the Middle East, Russia, Oxford, and Uganda through the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities. The popular Humanities European Study Tour offers a multi-week tour of historical and cultural sites, led by Milligan professors.

Faculty Milligan’s faculty are recognized and published scholars. They have doctoral degrees from the Universities of Tennessee, South Carolina, Wisconsin-Madison, Notre Dame, Duke, Indiana, Virginia Tech, Emory, and Maryland. They are excellent teachers and caring mentors.

Successful Graduates Many grads are teaching English or literature in public and private schools and colleges. Some are journalists, editors, or creative writers. Some are practicing law. Still others have gone on to work in public relations, to study library science or information technology, and to work in marketing, customer assistance, and in other aspects of the business world. Others have pursued graduate studies, including architecture, English, theology, and medical school.

“Human achievement in the arts of thought and expression is one of the major studies in a liberal arts college.” ̶ Jack Knowles, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus of English

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Performing Ensembles The college’s various ensembles and music courses are open to all students, regardless of major, and include Brass Ensemble, Concert Choir, Heritage, Jazz Combo, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Pep Band, String Quartet, and Women’s Chorale.

Performance | Jazz Studies | Music Education | Music Ministry The Milligan College Concert Choir conducts annual tours throughout the United States, performing for churches, high schools, and conventions. The Milligan College Jazz Ensemble has opened the Grove Park Inn Jazz Festival in Asheville, NC, along with the Ellis Marsalis Trio. The ensemble is devoted to performance of jazz and pop styles, with emphasis on ensemble playing, solo playing, and improvisation. The Milligan College Orchestra collaborates frequently with area ensembles, including the Johnson City Civic Chorale and the Johnson City Symphony Orchestra. The Orchestra is a frequent champion of new works and has performed a number of world premiers, including Three Genres by John Grubb in 2001 and Genesis by internationally renowned composer Kenton Coe in 2006.

Scholarships & Auditions If you plan to major in music at Milligan and/or are seeking a music scholarship, we ask you to audition with the faculty. To schedule an audition, contact the Music Office at 423.461.8723, email music@milligan.edu, or visit www.milligan.edu/music for more details.

Graduates Milligan music graduates teach at all levels of music education, serve in music ministry positions, conduct professional music organizations, teach studio music, and perform professionally. Graduates of the music area have pursued further music studies at institutions throughout the U.S.

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The 4-year BSN degree is preferred by most nursing leaders and provides the best opportunities in today’s job market, including one of the highest starting salaries in any field. You’ll find that a BSN is a requirement for many positions. It is also the entry point for graduate studies, nurse practitioner, and nurse anesthetist programs.

Curriculum & Experience

RN, LPN Mobility Plan

At Milligan, you’ll learn everything from examining patients and treating their immediate needs, to educating people about healthcare and long-term conditions. Quality nursing education is combined with an excellent liberal arts curriculum at Milligan. During their coursework, our BSN students have the opportunity to work with several major medical centers, smaller urban hospitals and clinics, community health centers, modern rural hospitals, primary care clinics, home health programs, and parish nursing programs at local churches.

Milligan has career mobility plans for RNs and LPNs seeking further professional development. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.

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The nursing faculty at Milligan are clinical experts in their particular practice areas. Their academic credentials, practical “real-world” experiences, continued professional research and development, and national professional certifications combine to provide a quality nursing education. Furthermore, they are dedicated to your academic, personal, and spiritual growth.

Our graduating BSN classes have consistently maintained a near-100% pass-rate on their NCLEX-RN exams, and nearly every graduate is employed or accepted to graduate school at the time of graduation.

Credentials Milligan’s BSN program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing (TBN) and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, 202-887-8476).

Financial Aid Significant aid is available for qualified BSN students. Through a combination of scholarships, grants, and loan funds, a student’s remaining outof-pocket costs can be very manageable.

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@ Facilities & Equipment The Science Building is devoted to biological, physical, and chemical sciences at Milligan. It contains five 24-station labs, multiple classrooms, and a gross anatomy lab. Chemistry instrumentation includes a Buck Model 500 Infrared Spectrophotometer, Libra S32-PC Ultraviolet-Visible Spectrophotometer, and Agilent Model 1120 Compact High Performance Liquid Chromatography.

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Science at Milligan Superior training is what students interested in the medical, science, math, or technical fields will find in Milliganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scientific Learning Area. Through classroom and lab experiences, various research and internship opportunities, and use of online tools, students can explore new technology and become critical thinkers who can successfully comprehend and communicate scientific knowledge.

Internships We like our science students to gain research and internship experience in addition to classroom and lab learning. Our faculty help arrange and oversee internships and shadowing opportunities at locations such as Eastman, Delray/Crown Labs, and Mountain States Health Alliance. Students can also gain valuable experience as lab assistants in the science courses.

Faculty Small classes and one-onone personal attention from professors provide an excellent education and a close-knit community of student and faculty scholars. Milliganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s science and math faculty have doctoral degrees from Tennessee, UCLA, Michigan State, Iowa State, University of Pittsburgh, Lehigh University, and Penn State. They are recognized and published scholars, and most importantly, they are excellent teachers and caring mentors.

We take science seriously, but we enjoy learning and we like our students to experience science on many levels. Hands-on learning is provided in every area, from building a trebuchet in math modeling class, to annual science trips to the Outer Banks, the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., the national parks, and local field studies throughout the Southern Appalachians, an area rich in bio-diversity and beauty. Explore and enjoy nature through courses in birdwatching, ecology, flora and fauna of the Appalachians.

Successful Graduates Graduates are working in biomedical and biological sciences, education, industry, engineering, healthcare, research, and government services, including the FBI, DEA, and CDC. Our graduates perform very competitively in post-baccalaureate programs (such as medical, dental, pharmacy, and other graduate schools) throughout the country. Many are serving as physicians and medical missionaries throughout the world.

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The allied health major is designed for the student planning to pursue a career in pharmacy or optometry. Students can complete three years at Milligan and four years at a pharmacy or optometry school to earn both a bachelor’s and doctorate degree in as few as seven years. Milligan has affiliation agreements with the pharmacy schools at East Tennessee State, Mercer, and Union universities, and with the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis. Students can receive a guaranteed interview at these schools by meeting the conditions of the specific agreements. See the website or ask to speak to our allied health advisor.

The chemistry major is designed for students interested in careers in industry, research, engineering, technical sales, environmental sciences, public health, teaching, or the biomedical sciences.

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Curriculum Allied health science majors at Milligan take courses that provide foundational knowledge required for the PCAT (Pharmacy College Admission Test) or Optometry Admission Test (OAT) and admission to pharmacy or optometry school. This includes coursework in biology, chemistry, and math.

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The biology major is designed for students interested in careers in the biomedical sciences, education, research, healthcare, wildlife management or forestry, forensic science, and government services.

Curriculum Biology majors at Milligan are exposed to a broad spectrum of life science disciplines. In addition to core biology classes, advanced courses include microbiology and immunology, molecular biology, neuroanatomy, embryology, ecology, animal histology, genetics, flora and fauna of the Southern Appalachians, environmental sicence, and anatomy and physiology.

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Curriculum Chemistry majors at Milligan gain knowledge, skills, and experience in lab practices and instrumental techniques, and they learn how to interpret, evaluate, and communicate scientific information. Foundational knowledge of physics and mathematics are gained as students concentrate in organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. In addition to core chemistry classes, advanced courses include biochemistry, quantitative analysis, quantam chemistry, and computational chemistry.

[MATH] Careers

The math major is designed for students interested in careers in math, teaching, government, industry, or for graduate study.

Curriculum Math majors at Milligan gain knowledge and skills in calculus (analysis), algebra, and logic, as they become analytical thinkers who can analyze abstract mathematical ideas and applied mathematical problems. In addition to core math classes, advanced courses include discrete mathematics, math logic, multivariable calculus, modern geometry, differential equations, topology, mathematical modeling, numerical analysis, and real and complex analysis.

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Human relationships are the focus of the Social Learning Area at Milligan. History majors examine human relationships across time and within regional, national, and international boundaries. Psychology majors examine human relationships that focus on self and others. Sociology majors examine the relationships within and among groups of the world, Public Leadership & Service majors examine these relationships from an interdisciplinary approach, and Child Life majors study family systems and child development to become members of clinical teams in hospital settings.

Milligan’s faculty have years of professional experience and doctoral degrees from Indiana, Florida, Lehigh, Wisconsin-Madison, Tennessee, Duke, East Tennessee State, Louisville, and Maryland. Most importantly, they are excellent teachers and caring mentors.

Internships & Research Internships and research are required or strongly encouraged, providing students with practical application of theoretical material as well as offering students opportunities to contribute directly to scholarship in their respective fields.

Certificate in Leadership This is a great add-on option for students in any major who want to become effective leaders in their personal and professional lives. Through

focused academic studies and hands-on cocurricular activities, learn critical thinking and practical skills to engage your personal, volunteer, and professional roles as an effective servantleader.

Successful Graduates Graduates are working in teaching, counseling, research-related work, clinical psychology, business, social work, juvenile court systems, veterans work, ministry, community organizations, non-profit sector, organizational leadership, health care administration, pediatric and therapeutic settings. Many have pursued graduate studies at institutions such as Tennessee, James Madison, Kentucky, Duke, Indiana, Notre Dame, Purdue, Virginia Commonwealth, Delaware, Memphis, Regent, and Wisconsin-Madison.

“That’s the fun part of history – finding out something that no one knew before and contributing something new through undergraduate research.” — Ted Thomas, Ph.D. History, Humanities & German Professor

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OUR MISSION: As a Christian liberal arts college, Milligan College honors God by educating men and women to be servant‑leaders. Why Leadership? According to the National Association of College and Employers, among the top ten qualities sought by employers are communication skills, motivation, teamwork, leadership, interpersonal skills, flexibility/adaptability, integrity and analytical/problem solving skills — all of which are key components of leadership development.

Training, Experience, Mentoring Effective leadership results from solid academic training, with supervised experience and productive mentoring arrangements. During this program, students study not only leadership behavior but theory and leadership process. Students use readings, behavior modeling, experiential exercises, and self-reflection, as well as focused coaching and feedback to optimize their leadership

capabilities in handling real world day-to-day leadership functions in an ethical and effective manner.

Any Major Study leading toward a Certificate in Leadership is specifically designed for students in any major (except Public Leadership & Service) who want to cultivate their skills in critical thinking and analysis within the field of leadership development and who want to become effective leaders in their personal and professional lives.

Requirements The courses within the Certificate program focus on leadership, communication, ethics, and group processes. Fifteen credit hours are required, including Introduction to Leadership in Organizations, Internship in the student’s major, Ethics, Public Relations Practices or Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasion, and one of the following:

Principles of Organizational Communications, Human Resource Management, Organizational Theory and Behavior. Students must also develop a Leadership Portfolio, which includes a leadership essay, documentation of volunteer activities, documentation of leadership roles in campus groups and/or groups outside of Milligan College, Leadership Reflection Journal, leadership participation in The Summit (sophomore vocational exploration retreat) and the Junior Service Project.

How to Enroll Contact the Institute for Servant Leadership at 423.461.8316 or email ISL@milligan.edu for an appointment to discuss the Certificate. The Director of the ISL will assist you in planning a strategy to complete the certificate requirements.

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PROFESSIONAL STUDIES BACHELORʼS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Milligan’s business administration major is an affordable adult degree-completion program (ADCP) that is recognized and respected in the business community. Get on the fast track to own your own business, oversee a department, move up the corporate ladder, or change your career path altogether. •

Classes meet one night a week for 16 months

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Need approximately 52 transferrable credit hours and two full years of work experience

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS) ‑ MOBILE The CIS-Mobile program is for non-traditional students or working professionals interested in expanding their skill set. Students can complete the 39 credit hour CIS major online in the comfort of their own home or office. Courses are not cohort-based, allowing students to take just one class or complete the major requirements in as few as five semesters or at their own pace.

for working adults

Even if youʼre working full time, thereʼs still time to finish your degree. Because classes are small and affordable, Milliganʼs programs offer you the chance to advance in your career while still keeping the rest of your life in balance. Our faculty are among the best in their fields and are strong and active in their Christian faith. They are more than educators. They are mentors and trusted friends who invest time, energy, and ideas to inspire you and help you reach your highest potential.

BACHELORʼS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (CHILD AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT) In 18-23 months you can complete the child and youth development major and even certify to teach PreK-3. This adult degree completion program (ADCP) is ideal for people who want to teach PreK-3 in public or private schools or to serve in leadership positions in church preschools or child development venues. •

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Classes meet one night a week (certification takes an additional semester of full-time student teaching) Need approximately 52 transferrable credit hours and two full years of work experience

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GRADUATE STUDIES MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

The MBA prepares students for roles of leadership in business. Knowledge of the major functional areas within business is reinforced while a commitment to Christian values and ethical conduct prepares students to meet the challenges of a highly competitive business environment with integrity and character. • Cohort-based

One of the fastest growing professions in the U.S. today, occupational therapy is a health and rehabilitation service that uses activity, or occupation, to enable individuals with illnesses, injuries, or disabilities to overcome their challenges and lead full lives. Milligan’s MSOT program prepares students with critical thinking and clinical skills to assume leadership roles in clinical practice, administration, research, and education. Undergrad degrees can be in a variety of academic areas. • Program is completed in 2 ½ years

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Delivered over 14 months, divided into four semesters

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Classes meet one Saturday each month and continue through Internet-based contact

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A laptop computer is provided for every student

MASTER OF EDUCATION The MEd program is designed to prepare individuals for the high level of competence expected by public and private educational institutions. The MEd typically can be finished in as few as 14 months, or courses may be taken individually according to each student’s need. • Initial Licensure: 45-47 semester hour master’s program for individuals who have undergraduate degrees in other areas. Required internship gives extensive field experience in local schools. • Advanced (NOW FULLY ONLINE!): 36 semester hour program designed for licensed teachers desiring a master’s degree with an option for additional endorsements

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Clinical fieldwork is integrated into learning experience

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Historically grads have a 100% job placement at graduation

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COUNSELING This program will prepare you to use a combination of mental health and human development principles, methods, and techniques to help people achieve mental, emotional, social, and career development and adjustment. The program is a two-year, 60 credit hour curriculum that prepares graduates to pursue licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Classes meet in late afternoons and evenings.

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MILLIGAN COLLEGE LEARN

LEAD

LIVE

Milligan’s goal is to educate students to be thinking and acting Christians. You’ll be challenged to think for yourself, to analyze information and ideas, and to explore the nature and meaning of the world. You’ll be taught by professors who are among the best in their fields, and more importantly, they’re Christian scholars who want to see you make a real difference.

We believe real leadership is about service. That’s why everything we do at Milligan — in the classroom, dorm room, or athletic field — is designed to encourage you to reflect on how your faith is related to your career choice and what it means to be “called” to lives of servantleadership. We know you long to use the unique ways God has created you to make a real difference.

You’ll find the Milligan community to be genuine and real. We’re not perfect, we’re real. We’re a real place, with real people, all learning and serving a real God. With more than 40 campus clubs and 80 percent of our students living on campus, it’s a close-knit community, and there’s always something exciting going on.

LIBERAL ARTS

STUDENT BODY

SERVICE & MISSIONS

Milligan is a flourishing liberal arts college with a distinctively different approach to higher education. Everything we do encourages students to reflect on what it means to be servant-leaders. Milligan offers traditional undergraduate programs in more than 30 majors plus graduate and professional studies.

Our 1,200 students come from more than 30 states and 14 nations, so you’ll find students with similar interests as yourself, as well as those of different cultures and viewpoints.

Students are involved in a variety of service projects and mission work throughout the world. Many classes encourage service learning, and various student organizations lead service projects.

LOCATION

RESIDENCE LIFE 80% of traditional students live on campus in one of six residence halls or student apartments, creating a true collegiate environment.

You get the best of both worlds at Milligan. Our picturesque campus is located in beautiful northeast Tennessee, within minutes of restaurants, shopping, theatres, and cultural activities, as well as plenty of outdoor adventures like hiking, skiing, and more.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Many majors offer internships, which grant college credit and work experience prior to graduation. Students can also go beyond geographical and cultural boundaries through study abroad and offcampus learning.

Milligan is consistently named one of the Best Baccalaureate Colleges in the South in “America’s Best Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report and one of the nation’s Top 100 Baccalaureate Colleges by Washington Monthly. The college also is recognized as a College of Distinction.

ACCREDITATION Milligan College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelors and masters degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Milligan College.

FACULTY Our faculty are respected and caring Christian scholars. 80% hold doctorates. A low studentfaculty ratio offers personal attention.

With more than 40 social, service, honorary, and professional organizations on campus, there is something for everyone.

STUDY ABROAD

ATHLETIC POWERHOUSE Milligan has over 23 intercollegiate sports and in the past 10 years has won more than 50 conference titles and made 58 NAIA tournament appearances. Men’s Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field. Women’s Sports: Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

COSTS Milligan’s cost is below the national average and most of our students receive generous financial aid. Undergraduate costs (same for in-state and out-of-state) for 2012-13: Tuition: $25,735 per year; Fees: $1,025 per year; Room and Board: $5,850 per year. Costs for the following year are announced each February. Visit www.milligan.edu/SFS.

FINANCIAL AID Milligan is named one of the Best Buys in the South among baccalaureate colleges by U.S. News & World Report. Approximately 95 percent of Milligan students receive financial aid, including academic scholarships, athletic scholarships, and need-based grants. See www.miligan.edu/SFS.

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