Judson College | Colleges in Marion Alabama

Judson College

Address :
302 Bibb Street
Marion, AL 36756-2500
(334) 683-6161

Vision Statement

The twenty-first century marks the beginning of Judson's third century of service. We must consider all that is behind us a preamble to our future. We will endeavor to become the finest Christian liberal arts college for women in America. Our twenty-first century students must be academically prepared for life and learning, always ready to exemplify the life and teachings of Christ.

Mission Statement
Judson College, a private, undergraduate institution of liberal learning and professional study related to the Alabama Baptist State Convention, offers distinguished student centered academic programs in a residential single gender setting and through distance education to both genders. As a caring collegiate community, Judson College is dedicated to maturing its students into well adjusted and productive citizens through the transmission of knowledge, refinement of intellect, the nurturing of faith, and the development of character. Resulting from these efforts, Judson graduates will:

    Know general information common to the educated public and detailed information of an academic discipline;

•     Do critical thinking and effective communicating;
•     Be persons of enduring faith and character who are eager to serve and to lead.

Statement of Core Values
Judson College is a purposeful, caring community of students and employees who live, work, and learn together, and who are united by faith in God and adherence to Christian traditions. Based upon the character and teaching of Christ, the Judson community commits itself to "Principles of Light and Truth" that frame our common concerns and core values. Acceptance of these values is a pledge to exercise them consistently in our treatment of others, and to expect to be treated in kind.

As a Christian, liberal arts institution for women, Judson College seeks to adhere to convictions best exemplified in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

As a Christian community, the College embraces:

• faith in God, adherence to Christian traditions, commitment to the ministry and mission of the Christian church;
• the infinite worth of persons and the development of the full potential of each person at every stage in life, and "love of neighbor as one's self;"
• the lifelong pursuit of knowledge and understanding;
• the making of ethical choices based on the life of Jesus Christ, the teachings of the Bible, the well-being of others, and an informed conscience;
• openness, truthfulness, justice, and fairness to all people regardless of gender, ethnic origin, age, and level of ability; and respect for opinions, convictions and beliefs different from our own;
• the aspiration for personal achievement, economic self-sufficiency, and public usefulness;
• a work ethic characterized by diligence, honesty, stewardship, and a sincere effort to do one's best;
• service to community and constituency, within the College and the wider society.

Accreditation and Memberships

Accreditation
Judson College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4500) to award baccalaureate degrees.

The College's undergraduate teacher education programs are approved by the Department of Education of the State of Alabama (5215 Gordon Persons Building, P.O. Box 302101, Montgomery, Alabama 36130-2101).

The College's music program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, Virginia 20190-5248).

Memberships

Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences
Alabama AHEAD
Alabama Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
Alabama Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers
Alabama Association for Institutional Research
Alabama Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
Alabama Field Directors Forum
Alabama Poverty Project
Alabama Reading Association
American Chemical Society
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Business Council of Alabama
CASE
College and University Personnel Association
Consortium for Global Education
C.O.P.E.
Council for Christian Colleges and Universities
Council for Higher Education Accreditation
Institutional Research and Evaluation
Intercollegiate Horse Show Association
International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities
Mathematics Association of America
National Association for College Admission Counseling
National Association of College and University Business Officers
National Association of Equine Affiliated Academics
National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
National Association of Schools of Music
North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professinals
Perry County Chamber of Commerce
Sigma Tau Delta
Sigma Xi
Southern Association of College and Schools
Southern Association of College and University Business Officers
Southern Association of Institutional Research
The Tuition Exchange
United States Collegiate Athletic Association
Women's College Coalition

Assessment

Judson College reviews and evaluates academic programs by measuring student achievement and attitudes. For this purpose, students may be required to take one or more tests designed to measure achievement in the major, general education, or other areas. Performance on these tests will not be used to determine eligibility for graduation. Results of these tests remain confidential and are used for improvement of the College and its programs.

In addition, students are expected to complete surveys and/or questionnaires. These may be administered at intervals during enrollment, prior to graduation, or several years after graduation. The purpose of these surveys is to obtain student perspectives about aspects of the College, its programs, and its services. 

Source http://www.judson.edu