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2015-2016 Student Handbook 16 Controlled substances Denver Seminary is an alcohol-free, tobacco-free (smoke and smokeless), and drug-free campus, including medical marijuana. The possession, distribution, and/or use of narcotics, the misuse of prescription drugs, or use of any form of hallucinogens or brain-altering drugs, are strictly prohibited. Denver Seminary may initiate disciplinary action for individuals who choose to violate these commitments. We commit to redemptive forms of discipline when that is called for, up to and including dismissal from the Seminary if deemed necessary by the Seminary. All disciplinary action is carefully and prayerfully engaged for the spiritual benefit of the individual and the community. By God's grace, we make these commitments in order that all who come to Denver Seminary may flourish in God's calling. Fitness for Ministry & Professional Disposition Along with the Guidelines for a Christian Lifestyle, two overarching rubrics are utilized to gauge students' development and formation during their program as well as their readiness to receive a degree from Denver Seminary: 1) Fitness for Ministry, and 2) Professional Disposition. Although distinct categories, Fitness for Ministry and Professional Disposition work in tandem and share many qualities, as ministry work necessitates an appropriate level of professional acumen, and many professions are conduits through which students will fulfill their call to participate in kingdom work. Defining Fitness for Ministry and Professional Disposition The Guidelines for a Christian Lifestyle and policy on Academic Integrity (p 39) constitute minimal behavioral expectations in light of the Seminary's commitment to graduate individuals who are "fit for ministry." Professional Disposition is defined as the "professional attitudes, values, and beliefs demonstrated through both verbal and non-verbal behaviors" 2 as students interact with others to achieve the objectives of their chosen field of study, including but not limited to the following attributes, many of which correspond with the expectations outlined in the Guidelines for a Christian Lifestyle: Positive Outlook The student demonstrates behaviors that reflect the traits and characteristics for work within a student's chosen field of study on a daily basis, including genuine enthusiasm and optimism for the profession and those working in it or serviced by it. Intellectual and Ethical Integrity The student demonstrates the ability to foster trust among and between peers, faculty, clients, congregants, community members, and other seminary constituents by maintaining a high level of reliability and sound moral character. The student is truthful, honest, sincere, fair and just, exhibiting sound moral and ethical decision-making processes in all professional situations. Respect The student is respectful to school staff and faculty, professors, and colleagues, respectfully self-advocating when necessary and taking time and energy to show compassion and 2 http://www.ncate.org (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education)