Academic Catalog 2018

lectures, etc. All students are encouraged to participate in the various activities, clubs and organizations to further cultivate social skills and develop leadership abilities. For a complete list and description of clubs and organizations on campus, students should consult the Student Handbook. ATHLETICS The Department of Athletics provides opportunities for students with athletic abilities and interests to represent the College in intercollegiate competition. Bluefield College is a dual member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (N.A.I.A.) and the National Christian College Athletic Conference (NCCAA). The College is a member of the Appalachian Athletic Conference and the Mid-South Conference. The athletic program is a vital part of the Student Development program at Bluefield College. The College offers athletic scholarships in the following intercollegiate athletic programs: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball (for males); Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, (for females) and Cheerleading. The Department of Athletics supervises all intercollegiate athletics, and manages the use of all college athletic facilities. INTRAMURAL ACTIVITIES The intramural program offers a wide variety of competition in team and individual events during the Fall and Spring semesters. There are men’s and women’s, as well as co- ed, programs. These competitions provide alternate programs and activities for students interested in sports and competition on the non-intercollegiate level. Teams may be organized by residence halls, Greek organizations, commuter students, and special interest groups to compete in sports such as flag football, volleyball, softball, basketball, table tennis, billiards, tennis, badminton, Wiffle ball and soccer . CAMPUS MINISTRY / SPIRITUAL LIFE AND ACTIVITIES Campus Ministry seeks to minister to the needs of students for spiritual awareness, growth, and service through developing student Christian leadership and creating opportunities for students to nurture and explore matters of faith and life. Bluefield Collegiate Ministry (BCM) is a fellowship of college students who are seeking to find and implement God’s purpose for their lives and their world. The Bluefield Collegiate Ministry is a multi-faceted program of, for, and by students, with the assistance of the Campus Pastor, and is open to all students regardless of religious denomination. Along with many social activities, BCM has Bible studies, mission projects, statewide programs including conventions, conferences, and retreats as well as other ministry opportunities in which to participate. The BCM Council is the leadership committee of the BCM. Every member of the Council coordinates a particular aspect of the campus ministry experience such as publicity, creative worship, impact team, missions, Bible study, prayer, residence hall outreach, athletic FCA coordinator, secretary, and Residence Hall representatives.   Activities and programs contributing to the development of spiritual growth are available to all students of Bluefield College. The Office of Campus Ministries and

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