Student Character and Conduct

While believing in freedom of conscience concerning Christian conduct in those things not expressly commanded or forbidden in Scripture, Crossroads strongly senses the need of helping students to develop spiritual discernment in harmony with the principles of divine revelation.

Therefore, each student is expected to utilize time to the best possible advantage by careful study, participation in spiritual activities, and the discerning use of media such as radio, television, the internet, and the printed page. Abstaining from questionable practices such as the use of alcohol as a beverage, tobacco, and illegal drugs, gambling and identification with secret societies is expected.

Students should avoid every form of sexual immorality, lying, stealing, cheating on exams or assignments, failure to meet financial obligations promptly, and negligence in the performance of employment duties. They must remember that they represent both the College and the Lord.

Students must realize they have a responsibility to the non-Christian community. This includes sharing our unique way of living and the message of eternal life in Christ. It also means abiding by the civil laws of our society and limiting our behavior where necessary in order not to bring offense to the cause of Christ. Christian conduct at all times should be beyond reproach.

Christians also have a responsibility to the Christian community. This includes being honest in our relationship to fellow believers. If we have a problem with another Christian, it should be discussed with that Christian and not with others. Those committed to Christ must be willing both to forgive and to pray for those who offend us. Above all else, our lives should manifest the fruit of the Spirit in our interpersonal relationships, avoiding unnecessary offense to other believers.

Students whose general conduct and influence are considered to be out of harmony with the stated standards of the College may be expelled, suspended, or refused readmission. (See the Student Handbook for additional information).