V I E W B O O K

Joanna Morales, ‘10 | Bristol, Va.• Technical & Professional Communication major

• Hopes to be a public relations specialist for a sports team

• Likes to talk so much her speech professor made her a speech tutor

• Best known as the loud crazy girl who works for the men’s soccer team

B e g i n s h e r e

Faculty that challenge what you know,

not what you remember...

Studies abroad, class trips, and missions that introduce you to new cultures, people, and languages...A campus atmosphere that allows you to question

others and discover yourself...

knowledge

learning

journey“Friends you make while in college are the people you can count on for anything.”

Someone once said

without experience is just

information. At King, we take

that sentiment very seriously.

We believe

happens when you go

looking for the answers.

Everything we do is geared to a

of learning. Your quest

for knowledge begins here.

Professor Annie Remillard with students after class

You never know what path your life and career may take. So at King,

we help you develop awareness and insight to evaluate

the road ahead. Your academic advisor will help you develop a four-year plan for achieving your goals.

Select from more than 80 academic programs, including “hot”

career fields such as forensic science, neuroscience,

digital media, and sports management.

the capstone projectYour time at King will culminate with our distinctive senior capstone

course, which brings together students from different disciplines. As a

group, you’ll contemplate and debate issues related to current events.

This will be a fun opportunity to share the perspectives and experiences

you’ve gained over the past four years with a group of your peers.

F o r K n o w l e d g e

Whenever possible, King faculty involve their students in exciting, forward- thinking research activities.

• Study the solar orbits of asteroids and a star cluster of astrophysical interest • Engage in frontline research into the effect of pesticides on human biology • Map the growth and life-cycle of algae and other single-celled organisms in local wetlands

your personal tour guides The faculty will be there to guide you throughout your educational excursion. They

are a dedicated group holding high distinctions in their

respective fields. They each have exceptional professional—as well as personal—

experiences to share.

Don’t be surprised when your professor provides his or her home and cell phone

numbers. Yes, they’re that eager to assist and advise. Their approach to teaching relies

not so much on memorization and testing, as on challenging you to find the answers for yourself.

undergraduate research

Dr. Ray Bloomer in the Burke Observatory

Alem Mengesha, ‘09 | grundy, Va.• Business Management major

• An entrepreneur at heart, he aspires to one day start his own business

• Has become business savvy through part-time employment as a sales consultant and as president of King’s SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise)

• Is learning the value of meeting new people

experience d.C. Learn to think for yourself with

a first year class trip to Washington D.C.

You’ll explore the nation’s capital

city and careers that interest you during

your first month as a King College student.

F o r s i g n i F i C A n C e

As you begin this journey, don’t be afraid to

ask for guidance along the way. You will have

a student liaison to lend

support with questions related to registration

and records, student affairs, billing, financial

aid, and information technology. If you need help with schedule changes, housing,

payment plans, or even network account

creation throughout the year, your student

liaison is there to offer assistance.

In addition to working with your student

liaison during your entire time at King College,

you will also work with your major advisor. Your major advisor will offer

guidance related to decisions regarding cur-

ricular choices, internships, graduate school

options, and career planning, as well as provide

academic support.“Never be afraid to ask for help, and always seek out advice.”

Students in front of the White House

F o r s i g n i F i C A n C e

King offers more off-campus opportunities than most schools our size.

Every year, more than a quarter of our traditional undergraduate

students travel off campus with professors and fellow students for

study abroad, missions, and community service activities.

Be engaged in thought-provoking discussions.

Be exposed to intriguing debates.

Be introduced to inspiring people and places.

Recent students have seen the world by:

• Spending a month in the Tuscan city of Montepulciano, Italy, to study language, art, culture, and ancient history

• Assisting with leadership training, youth camps, and service ministry in Kenya and Tanzania

travel abroad

Study abroad in Athens, Greece, near the ancient Acropolis and Mars Hill

F o r e x p e r i e n C e

opportunities closer to homeKing students regularly embark on trips closer to home. Recent examples include:

• Chaplain Errol Rohr and physics pro- fessor Raymond Bloomer accompanied students to Biloxi, Mississippi, to help with post-Katrina home construction.

• The King Symphonic Choir traveled to Carnegie Hall, in New York City, to per- form with the New England Symphonic Ensemble, in a program dedicated to noted American composer, Morten Lauridsen. Lauridsen specifically request- ed the presence of our Symphonic Choir.

• Men’s soccer coach, Matthew Lavinder, led a group of students and faculty on a visit to the (Martin Luther) King Center, Ebenezer Baptist Church, and a long- term rehabilitation program for the homeless in Atlanta, Georgia, where they were encouraged to actively participate in social change.

• Attending the “Global Citizenship: America and the World” program at the prestigious Salzburg Global Seminar in Austria

“I became conversational in French and fell in love with their culture, all while learning volumes about myself and developing unforgettable relationships.”elizabeth Ann Kandt | Knoxville, Tenn.

Chez Vous® Summer Program The Jacques Lefevre Institute

study abroad partnerships Here is a list of exciting programs and institutions you will have access to as a student at King:

• American Institute for Foreign Study

• Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad Programs

• Business Education Initiative, Northern Ireland

• European Business Studies Program

• Institute Jacques Lefevre: Studies in French Language and Culture

• King College in Italy

• Kukulcan Institute: Studies in Spanish Language and Mexican Culture

• Oregon Extension

• Pacific Asian Business Studies Program

• The Council for Christian Colleges and Universities Programs

Kate Bailey, ‘09 | Charleston, s.C.• French major and English minor

• Hopes to pursue a career in foreign relations

• Can’t live without her coffee—especially during late night study sessions

• Enjoys performing in choir, theatre, and Refreshment Company, King’s music ministry team.

performing and visual artsAt King, you will find a community deeply

immersed in the arts. And the best part

about it is that everyone can get involved. You don’t have to

major in the arts to get the lead in the

play or sing in the choir.

F o r M o r e

intercollegiate athleticsActive, positive competition is a valuable experience that instructs in

many areas of life, and, at King, you will have

the opportunity to get involved in a variety of

sports. King College is a provisional member

of the NCAA Division II, and offers the follow-

ing intercollegiate sports programs:

Baseball Men’s & Women’s Basketball Cheerleading/DanceMen’s & Women’s Cross Country Men’s & Women’s CyclingMen’s & Women’s Golf Men’s & Women’s SoccerSoftball Men’s & Women’s Swimming/DivingMen’s & Women’s Tennis Men’s & Women’s Track & FieldMen’s & Women’s Volleyball Men’s & Women’s Wrestling

Explore further at: kingtornado.com

“Pursue an area of study you are passionate about. In other words, learn what you love.”

· Family Weekend

· Fall Ball

· Dogwood Weekend (an open-campus festival, including a formal banquet and ball)

· Intramural Sports

· Outdoor Adventure Trips

· Dinner and a Movie at a local theater

student life and activities

King students love getting out and getting involved. Whether it’s a campus outing,

snowboarding in the mountains, performing in our popular “Sing for Your Books” event,

or joining a team and “working the race” at Bristol’s NASCAR Motor Speedway—it’s

practically a given that you’ll be involved in many things while at King.

The Student Life and Activities Committee at King (SLACK) and the Student

Government Association (SGA) keep so much going on around campus— you’ll have

more to do than time to do it.

Ask any student at King what life is like, and you’ll probably hear

words like welcoming , peaceful, unique, fun, and

extraordinarily friendly.

F o r F u n

· Dances

· Concerts

· Laser Tag

· Intramural Sports

· Outdoor Adventure Trips

· Dinner and a Movie at a local theater

student groupsand organizationsacademic organizations History/Political Science Society Kappa Epsilon (Education)Kappa Epsilon Honor Society Pre-Med ClubPsi ChiSNA (Student Nurses Association)

specialty groups College RepublicansFCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)Kayseean (Student Newspaper)KCEGO (Gaming Club)KCHAT (Foreign Language Club) KWAAC (King World Awareness and Activation Club)Launch Team (Orientation Committee)Newman Society (Catholic Collegiate Ministry)Recycling ClubSIFE (Students in Free Enterprise ) TISL (Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature)

student committees Dogwood Festival Committee Fall Ball Committee SGA (Student Government Association) SLACK (Student Life Activities Committee at King)

musical and theatrical All the King’s Men Chapel Praise Band Collegium Musicum Corps for Christ (Interpretive Dance Group) Dawn Treaders (Drama Team) Jazz/Gospel ChoirPep BandRefreshment Company (Vocal Ensemble) Symphonic Band Symphonic ChoirTrousdale Theatre GuildUnplugged (Open Mic Group)

club athletics Intercollegiate Ultimate FrisbeeIntramurals

international involvement King College Chapter of the International Justice Mission

Explore further at:discover.king.edu

F o r C o M M u n i T y

Marcus gillette, ‘09 | richmond, Va.• Accounting & Finance major

• Plans to be a financial adviser with Edward Jones Investments in Richmond, Va.

• Believes the size of King makes it easy to get to know people on a deeper level

• Has life-long goal of funding missions for those who desire to be missionaries, but do not have the resources to do so.

residence life Your residence hall is where you’ll share some of the best times of your

college experience with new friends, new experiences, new adventures, and a true sense of community.

King’s residence halls are pre-furnished and provide

internet access, kitchens, laundry rooms,

lounges, and storage areas.

“Live on campus and develop relationships with as many people as you possibly can.”

“Pancakes and omelettes taste so good at 4 a.m. during finals week!”Katie Fleming | Atlanta, ga.

When you visit King College, be sure to check

out the Dining Hall and the King’s Den. Many

schools say their food is good. However, at

King, it’s really true. The Dining Hall— a mini

food mall, actually — is open seven days a week

and is where you’ll eat most of your regular

meals. The King’s Den is a popular late night

study spot and hangout. Grab a quick snack,

drink, or light meal on your way to class, the

gym, or a study session.

“During my internship with the Communications and Public Affairs department at Eastman, I learned how to apply my classroom skills to an office environment.”Carrie elswick | richlands, Va. | Eastman Chemical Company Intern

career servicesAt King, planning for your career and professional life is a four-year process that begins the day you step on campus. During your first year, we will help you determine the best academic area of interest based on your strengths, skills, and goals in life. In the next two years, you will be presented with an abundance of leadership, internship, and service opportunities, both in and out of the classroom.

You can expect great things from a King education. We’ll help

you jump-start your career interests and

provide the kind of assistance that helps keep you on schedule.

You will be more than ready for the world when

you graduate. Washington Monthly ranked King one of the best

colleges in the country, based on our graduates’ “actual

contribution to the country.”

F o r s u C C e s s

graduate successHere are just a few things to consider when it comes to the success of King graduates:

• More than 80 percent of all King graduates who enroll with no prior college credit complete their degree within four years. The national rate is only 63 percent. The sooner you graduate, the sooner you can start your career — and the more money you’ll save.

• During the last three years, an average of 85 percent of graduates seeking employment were employed within their major field six months after graduation. King students have started careers with impressive organizations in the region and across the country, such as:

• AirTran Airways • Eastman Chemical Company • Federal Pacific • Johns Hopkins • King Pharmaceuticals

• Of the King graduates who choose to continue their education, 80 percent are accepted into their first choice of some of the top graduate and professional schools in the nation, including:

• Cambridge University • Duke University • Georgetown University • Harvard University • Notre Dame University • Oxford University • Princeton Theological Seminary

• University of Appalachia College of Pharmacy • University of California, Berkeley • University of Tennessee • Vanderbilt University • Wake Forest • Yale University

• Merrill Lynch • NASCAR • United Asset Management Company • Studiocom • Wellmont Health System

And as a senior, Career Services can provide you with a wealth of career planning resources, counseling, and guidance including: • Career Fairs • Internships • Employer Services

• Job Opportunities • Resume Preparation • Self-Assessment

• Mock Interviews • Graduate School Advising • Graduate Schools Timeline

internships King has an extensive internship network with businesses in

the region and throughout the southeast. Internships provide

you with invaluable hands-on experience and demonstrate

how classroom theory becomes real-world practice.

King College students have interned with the Bristol

Motor Speedway, Eastman Chemical Company,

the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and

Southern Living magazine, just to name a few.

rachel Barker, ‘08 | Bristol, Va.• Received a B.A. in Music and French

• Currently pursuing a Master of Music in Vocal Pedagogy and Performance at Westminster Choir College — hopes to sing opera professionally

• Believes education is a life-long pursuit

• Remembers feeling free to ask questions in any of her classes

F o r u n d e r s T A n d i n g

mission tripsOpportunities to serve others and be a witness for

Christ don’t end when you leave campus. As a King student, you

will have the chance to do mission work both overseas and in

the community. Teams of students travel during

spring and summer breaks, performing service work in places as

close as New York City and as far as Africa.

King is a faith-based institution where you are

free to explore your spirituality, and we give

you the space to do so on your own terms.

One way of doing this is through Chapel, Con-

vocation, and Service (CCS). You’ll complete

14 credits of CCS per semester toward your

degree—and you have the freedom to choose

how you reflect upon, and develop your per-

sonal faith. You can focus on one or a mixture

of the three basic areas:

• Chapel is a brief Wednesday session of

community worship.

• Convocation, known as the Buechner

Lecture Series, features significant speakers

from all walks of life who give you weekly

insight into a broad range of issues.

Recent speakers include:

— Thomas Lynch: famed essayist, poet and funeral director — Morten Lauridsen: grammy-nominated composer — Bert Bertelkamp: UT Vols radio color analyst — William P. Young: author of critically acclaimed novel, The Shack

• Service to others can take almost any form

including Habitat for Humanity, Coats for

Kids, and Operation Christmas Child.

“Don’t trust your first impressions of people. Get to know them and try to learn from them.”

F o r u n d e r s T A n d i n g

When you consider all the opportunities for personal

growth, the access to faculty and resources, career

networking, and leadership opportunities — all backed

by highly regarded degrees and national rankings,

the value of a King College education becomes obvious.

Comparing Average Colleges* Sample Public Sample PrivateFour-year College Four-year College(’07–’08) (’07–’08)

Annual price $13,589 $25,770Grants -1,000 -7,000Scholarships -2,000 -8,000

Family’s Cost $10,589 $10,770

*Information taken from The College Board Trends in College Pricing 2007, Executive Summary, based on national average.

F o r V A l u e

Comparing Average Colleges* Sample Public Sample PrivateFour-year College Four-year College(’07–’08) (’07–’08)

Annual price $13,589 $25,770Grants -1,000 -7,000Scholarships -2,000 -8,000

Family’s Cost $10,589 $10,770

scholarships and grantsStudents at King have access to an extensive number of scholarships and grant opportunities. Here are just a few:

• Athletic Scholarships

• Federal Pell Grants

• Federal SEOG Grants

• King College Academic Scholarships

• King College Alumni/ Friends Gifts

• King College Academic Scholarships for Transfer Students

• Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Scholarships

• National Presbyterian College Scholarships

• Nursing Scholarship Program

• Performing Arts Scholarships

• Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarships

• Tennessee Student Assistance Awards

• The Flynn Education Foundation

• The John Gyles Education Awards

• The Sallie Mae Fund

best value in the southFor the past 20 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked King as

one of the best colleges in the nation— and King has also been recognized in its

“Great Schools, Great Prices” category.

The Princeton Review has awarded King College a “Best in the Southeast”

designation based on campus life, academics, admissions, and financial aid.

King College has also been included in

America’s Best Christian Colleges and

The Student Guide to America’s 100

Best College Buys.

core curriculumOur Core curriculum is the academic foundation for your Quest

at King College. It will give you the skills, ideas, and knowledge you need to pursue your

major and minor programs with confidence and good judgment. The Core, expressing

King’s values through the early exploration of the arts and sciences and a cross-cultural

experience, will help you understand your responsibilities to learn and to serve.

The Core’s global emphasis, and the fact that senior faculty teach most courses, translate

to advantages for King students in the job market and in graduate school.

Bennett giles, ‘10 | Knoxville, Tenn.• Interdisciplinary Studies major (English, History, Bible & Religion)

• Wants to pursue a teaching career and be a part of cultural reformation

• Member of the men’s soccer team, worship leader for FCA, and co-creator of UNPLUGGED—King’s own version of a singer-songwriter night

• Loves being challenged to think beyond the textbook

F o r d i s C o V e r y

“Embrace the mysterious and ambiguous — where the most beautiful things in life are found.”

The required 40 hours of

general education represent

one-third of the hours

necessary for graduation

and frame all academic

work with a balanced

Christian perspective.

Majors and ConcentrationsMajorsAccountingAccounting & FinanceAmerican StudiesAthletic TrainingBible and ReligionBiochemistryBiology*Business AdministrationChemistry*Digital MediaEnglish*French*FinanceForensic ScienceHealth Sciences ChemistryHistory*Interdisciplinary StudiesInternational BusinessManagementMarketingMathematics*Modern LanguagesMusicMusic Education*NeuroscienceNursingPhysical Education*Physics*Political Science/HistoryPsychologySpanish*Sports ManagementTechnical & Professional CommunicationTheatreYouth Ministry* = Education licensure

MinorsBible and ReligionBiologyBusiness Administration & EconomicsChemistryCoachingEconomicsElementary EducationEnglishFrenchHistoryIntercultural StudiesLeadershipManagement & MarketingMathematicsMiddle Grades EducationMusicPhilosophyPhysicsPolitical SciencePsychologySecondary EducationSpanishTechnical & Professional CommunicationTheatreYouth Ministry

Education Licensure Endorsements Elementary (K–6)Middle Grades (4–8)Secondary (7–12)English As A Second Language (PreK–12)Biology (7–12)Chemistry (7–12)English (7–12)French (7–12)Geography with History (7–12)Government with History (7–12)History (7–12)Mathematics (7–12)Music Education (K–12)Physical Education (K–12)Physics (7–12)Spanish (7–12)

Pre-Professional ProgramsIn addition to our majors, minors, and concentrations, King College has curricular tracs to prepare students for further study in many professional fields including the following:

Pre-DentistryPre-EngineeringPre-LawPre-Medical and Health SciencesPre-MinistryPre-Pharmaceutical SciencePre-Physical TherapyPre-Veterinary Medicine

i n B r i s T o l ,T e n n e s s e e & V i r g i n i Alife

As a student at King, Bristol will provide a setting where you’ll feel

as welcome as in your own hometown. From here, you can relax ,

explore, and launch expeditions out into the world.

Although King College has a Tennessee address, the city of Bristol is

actually divided in half by the Tennessee/Virginia state line.

Va.Tenn.

location When you’re ready to hit the road, you’ll really

appreciate Bristol’s tri-city metropolitan location. The Tri-

Cities Regional Airport is only 20 minutes from campus.

Or hit the road for an easy road-trip to:

Atlanta, Georgia | Asheville, North Carolina

Charlotte, North Carolina | Nashville, Tennessee

Roanoke, Virginia | Washington, D.C.

the cityTucked into the base of the picturesque Smoky Mountains, Bristol has a population of 45,000, is known as the “Birthplace of Country Music,” and is home to NASCAR’s Bristol Motor Speedway (“the world’s fastest half mile”). There are plenty of attractions for nature-lovers and city-dwellers, alike:

• Wander the paths and take in the scenery of breathtaking Bristol Caverns

• Shop the specialty stores and coffeehouses along State Street, and sample the cuisine of more than 100 local restaurants

• Enjoy cultural events at The Paramount Center for the Arts and Theater Bristol; get down or rock out at the Country Music Museum’s Picking Porch or the Viking Hall Civic Center

• Hike, bike, snowboard, shoot the rapids, fish, and camp among the Appalachian Mountains and gorgeous Southern Highlands

State line marker, downtown Bristol

foundationKing College was founded in 1867, and is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. Its historic motto is “Ecclesiae et Litteris” (For the Church and For Learning).

campusJust two miles from downtown Bristol, King’s beautiful 135-acre hilltop campus offers a quiet, wooded atmosphere for studying, and is centrally designed so that everything is within comfortable walking distance.

facultyA caring and involved group of faithful com-municators, seeking to dispel apathy, instill personal confidence, and engage the next generation of citizens. Most have professional experience, and most hold terminal degrees. Student/faculty ratio—14:1.

studentsDiverse in ethnicity, culture, and nationality, King’s students hail from most states and around the world. They’re involved, curious, focused, easy-going, and compassionate. Male/female ratio—nearly 1:1Average GPA: 3.50Undergraduate students: 923Graduate & Professional Studies students: 780

laptopAs a full-time student, you’ll be issued your own personal laptop. Pre-loaded with the latest software, you’ll enjoy wireless Internet access across most of the campus. King’s commitment to technology in the classroom has made us among the most advanced of any college in the region.

academicsMore than 80 academic programs across five schools. Offering a full range of BA, BBA, BS, MEd, MSN, and MBA degrees, as well as minor concentrations in nearly every area of study.

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

The Education program is approved by the Tennessee State Board of Education. The Nursing program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing and is a member of the American Asso-ciation of Colleges of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

K I N G

In addition to these official visit days and events, contact our Admissions Office to arrange a personal visit. Call 1.800.362.0014 or email admissions@king.edu; we’ll make all the arrangements. During your visit to King you can:

• Get a guided campus tour • Attend a class • Visit with professors

• Meet with a financial aid counselor • Have lunch on campus

• Do some enrollment planning with an admissions counselor

For more information about visiting campus or to take an online tour, go to visit.king.edu.

At King, we’re always glad to have visitors on campus.

It’s the best way for us to get acquainted.

Join us for: First Look | King for a Day | Access King

K I N Gvisit

King College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquires about policy: James Donahue, Vice President for Business Operations, King College, 1350 King College Road, Bristol, Tennessee 37620, 423-652-6002.

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