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The program has given me a marketable skill that I can use at home, and abroad as well, and has instilled in me spiritual discipline and theological and evangelical knowledge that I can apply regardless of where God sends us. I know the college has prepared me to be a servant leader in a global socity and has helped me realize that TODAY is the day for ministry." -Elizabeth Miller, ICS graduate 2006 |
Intercultural
Studies
Intercultural Studies Mission Statement
The Department of Intercultural Studies prepares students to answer a cross-cultural calling.
Intercultural Studies Vision Statement
The Intercultural Studies (ICS) Department prepares students academically and practically for cross-cultural service through:
- Intercultural Studies Classes (the ICS Core) that emphasize cultural understanding, personal growth, theological truth, and cross-cultural communication of the biblical message
- A five-month Semester Abroad which immerses the student in cross-cultural experience, language learning, practical service, and on site learning in cultural research and intercultural interpretation of the Bible
- Interdisciplinary training in a market skill, such as computer science, teaching English as a second language, sports management, social work, and health care, in order to be a valued contributor in a different culture
The Department anticipates that its ICS graduates will distinguish themselves in at least four areas of service:
- Cross-cultural professionals who serve as evangelists, translators, teachers, disciplers
- International businessmen and professionals who serve in secular platforms
- North America ethnic ministries
- Mobilizers who passionately recruit and train others to serve cross-culturally