Determine Student Criteria
Jesus Disciples: 1:12 Ratio “In the training of His disciples the Saviour followed the system of education established at the beginning. The Twelve first chosen, with a few others who through ministry to their needs were from time to time connected with them, formed the family of Jesus. They were with Him in the house, at the table, in the closet, in the field. They accompanied Him on His journeys, shared His trials and hardships, and, as much as in them was, entered into His work.” Child Guidance (CG 294.3)
Madison: 1:5 Ratio “The first class in nursing consisted of five girls who receive instruction from Mother D in a primitive treatment room in the old Plantation House. Hydrotherapy, massage, bed making, handling of patients, and the principles of a healthful diet were covered in the course.” Merlin Neff, For God and CME, p. 145.
Berrien Springs: 1:6 Ratio “During the regular 1901-1902 term, while the new campus was being developed, the school was held in the former county courthouse, the sheriff’s home and jail, an office building, and a summer hotel. Enrollment reached 100. Part of the plan was that, when enrollment reached 250, a new college would be started somewhere else.
“The young men and boys were formed into five companies of five or six. Each group had a leader…”
| Pro | Con | |
|---|---|---|
| Co-Ed | More students |
Additional issues to deal with. More complicated dormitories. |
| Male Only | Less distraction, focus on program, not girls. | Deters some students for staying through the full program. |
| Female Only |
“Samuel gathered companies of young men who were pious, intelligent, and studious. These were called the sons of the prophets.”
Patriarchs & Prophets (PP 593.1)