August 17, 2011

First Day of Classes

The Fall Semester began with our new format of virtual classes on line.  For the most part things went well but there were a few hiccups.   That is to be expected when you venture into new territory.  Overall however, both the students and faculty see this as a workable solution and one that affords greater opportunities for those who wish to go to a seminary in our work without having to move or relocate.  The classes are held every Tuesday from 8 am to 8 pm.  Please pray for the school as we continue to make this transition.  With gas reaching close to $ 4.00 at times, we see this as a cost effective way of having school that provides the closest format to a traditional classroom setting.

July 30, 2011

The Coming School Year 2011 - 2012

This year brings many changes.  We are going to a real-time virtual classroom setting using Cisco's Webex.  This gives us the opportunity to broaden both our student and faculty pools.  We have students who state that they will return now that the travel time and associated costs have been eliminated by this transition.  We also have added qualified faculty from various parts of the country to help meet the need for faculty.  There will be more information to follow in our IBI Newsletter.


The class schedule will remain the same, but classes themselves will be on the web.  Students who preregister and are paid up for the semester, will receive a link for their classes.  They will also need access to high speed internet and are responsible for purchasing their books and supplies.  For more information, preregistration forms or catalogs you can contact the office at 765.649.3805.

The IBI rally will be on August 12th at 7:00 p.m. at Faith in Greenwood, Indiana.  Brother Steve Maxie and Faith have been our gracious host of the rally since its beginning.  This rally will also serve as our preregistration event.  After the rally, there will be refreshments and a time of fellowship.  Classes will begin on August 16th.
 
On another note, the website for the school is currently down.  We hope to get it back on line during the fall semester.  There will be an associated cost to this transition by the School, so please keep supporting us through your prayers and financial giving.