16-663: TMU can refer to: Universities [ edit ] The Master's University , in Santa Clarita, California Taipei Medical University , Taiwan Tarbiat Modares University , Tehran, Iran Tianjin Medical University , China Tokyo Metropolitan University , Japan Toronto Metropolitan University , Canada Truett McConnell University , Baptist university in Georgia, United States Texas Methodist University,
32-519: A fictional university on the TV series Friday Night Lights Other [ edit ] Tambor Airport , in Costa Rica (IATA code TMU) Teerthanker Mahaveer University , Moradabad, India Tetramethylurea , a chemical compound Texture mapping unit , used in computer graphics processing Time measurement unit (0.036 seconds), in predetermined motion time systems TrackMania United ,
48-550: A racing game Tuen Mun stop , in Hong Kong (MTR station code) Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title TMU . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=TMU&oldid=1253050873 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description
64-507: A research component, that may be earned by a minister of religion while concurrently engaged in some form of ministry . It is categorized as an advanced program oriented toward ministerial and/or academic leadership. As a terminal professional doctorate , the Doctor of Ministry is primarily concerned with the "acquisition of knowledge and research skills, to further advance or enhance professional practice," and is, therefore, distinct from
80-481: Is also accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music . The university prohibits "homosexuality or bisexual conduct" by students in its student handbook. The university may legally expel LGBT students because it has a religious exemption from anti-discrimination laws. Chancellor John MacArthur has spoken and written at length in university publications about the threat he perceives from
96-517: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages The Master%27s University The Master's University is a private non-denominational Christian university in Santa Clarita, California . The college was founded in 1927. It was originally named Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary . In 1961, it moved to Newhall in Santa Clarita, California . In 1985, John MacArthur became
112-785: The Doctor of Philosophy in its aim. Some institutions offer Doctor of Ministry programs which are more akin to the Doctor of Theology , requiring a research component that constitutes the majority of the program. Under Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS) standards, programs must require matriculants to have earned the degree Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or its equivalent (i.e., three years of graduate study in specific disciplines) and to have engaged in no fewer than three years of full-time ministry, though some programs require more. ATS requires students to complete at least one year of coursework followed by
128-823: The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (now the WASC Senior College and University Commission ) since 1975. In July 2018, it was placed on probation. WASC reported a lack of qualified leadership and "a climate of fear, intimidation, bullying, and uncertainty" among faculty and staff as reasons for the probation. Probation was lifted in November 2020. The school is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International . The schools also holds Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) accreditation. The School of Music
144-616: The gay agenda , asserting that "biblical love excludes homosexuality because of its sinfulness." The Master's University is ranked among the worst American schools for LGBT students by LGBTQ Nation and Campus Pride . The Master's athletic teams are called the Mustangs. The university is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), primarily competing in the Golden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) for most of its sports since
160-496: The psychology of religion , homiletics , spiritual formation , ethics , church growth , church leadership, apologetics and Bible translation . In Australia, under the Australian College of Theology standards, the D.Min. degree is academically equivalent to a Ph.D. or Th.D. within the same Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF level 10) research doctoral award which is to "qualify individuals who apply
176-628: The 2001–2002 academic year; while its men's & women's swimming & diving teams compete in the Pacific Collegiate Swim and Dive Conference (PCSC). The Master's compete in 18 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, swimming & diving, track & field (outdoor) and volleyball; while women's sports include basketball, beach volleyball, cross country, golf, soccer, swimming & diving, track & field (indoor and outdoor) and volleyball. Curtis Lewis, head coach of
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#1732790186202192-480: The completion of the doctoral dissertation or research project . Normally, the degree requires between three and six years to complete. The degree's purpose is to "enhance the practice of ministry for persons who hold the M.Div. or its educational equivalent and who have engaged in substantial ministerial leadership." As such, Doctor of Ministry concentrations vary by institution and include biblical studies , applied theology , evangelism , pastoral counseling or
208-573: The role of Senior Vice President. Dr. Abner Chou now serves as the Interim President of TMUS. The university consists of seven schools offering bachelor's degrees and master's degrees, including several bachelor's degrees that are offered fully online. The associated seminary offers a Bachelor of Theology (Th.B.) for those with an associate degree, master's degrees, and Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. In addition to its biblical studies program,
224-479: The school president; the name was changed to The Master's College , hoping to appeal to a wider evangelical audience. In 2016, the school underwent another name change and became The Master's University . In June 2019 John MacArthur stepped down as president and became chancellor and John Stead, a faculty member since 1970, became the interim president. In 2020, Sam Horn became president of The Master's University and Seminary. John Stead in his 50th year at TMU took
240-668: The university offers a one-year, intensive Bible training program known as "The Master's Institute" resulting in a Bible certificate. The university has an extension campus, Israel Bible Extension (IBEX) in the Jerusalem vicinity. The university's schools are the School of Biblical Studies, Pearl C. Schaffer School of Education, John P. Stead School of Humanities, School of Music, School of Online Education, School of Business & Communication, School of Science, Mathematics, Technology & Health. The university has been accredited by
256-574: The women's soccer team, won the NAIA Women's Soccer Coach of the Year Award in 2008. In 2009, Jim Rickard won the NAIA Men's Soccer Coach of the Year Award. 34°22′52″N 118°31′12″W / 34.381°N 118.520°W / 34.381; -118.520 Doctor of Ministry The Doctor of Ministry (abbreviated DMin or D.Min. ) is a professional doctorate, often including
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