Northeastern Baptist College rejoices in the provision of this special library established in honor of Charles and Pauline Hogue.

The Charles and Pauline Hogue Library at Northeastern Baptist College is the largest Christian library in Vermont and New Hampshire. Our Library is an incredible resource for our students and the public, alike.

The initial corpus of the general collection and library infrastructure were provided by their children and families. Serving in various ministry roles as lay leaders in churches in Oklahoma and Colorado, the Hogues have set a great example of what it means to be Baptist laymen who love God, love His Church and love those in need of Christ. Their love and care has led each of their children to become faithful servants of the Lord and His Church, including Cynthia Sue (Hogue) Ballard, our President’s wife.

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Hogue Library Hours Winter Break

Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Closed December 20 – January 5

Library Address & Phone Number
141 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201
802.753.7089

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WRITING CENTER

The Writing Center at Northeastern exists to support NEBC’s Mission to train students to have the Mind of a Scholar by cultivating responsible and effective writers and by promoting critical thinking in all communication. 

We provide opportunity for objective feedback, individual guidance, and perceptive discourse to NEBC students, staff, and faculty.

IN-PERSON CONSULTATION

Professor Dave Bentley is the Director of NEBC’s Writing Center. He supports students’ writing efforts through in-person consultations by appointment only.

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ONLINE CONSULTATIONS

Our online assistance is available to all NEBC students. Please allow 48 hours for a consultant to respond to your request. 

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Writing Standards

Part of the Writing Center’s purpose is to help create a community of writing within the college and to aid in establishing academic standards for writing. Students are expected to follow the conventions of their field, including formatting in Turabian or APA.  Students are also expected to follow the guidelines in NEBC’s Writing Style Guide which serves as a supplement to Turabian and specifies a few requirements contrary to or left vague by Turabian.

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Student Support & Resources

Student are expected to participate in academic advisement with an advisor to ensure appropriate course timing and program completion. During the semester, students can meet with academic advisors to make changes to current classes and to discuss course selection and registration for each subsequent semester. At any time, students may request a degree audit from the registrar to assure they are on track with their anticipated completion date. It is ultimately the responsibility of the student, however, to complete the appropriate courses required for degree completion.

BENEATH stands for Believers Exploring New England’s Awesome Theological History. Northeastern organizes trips for faculty, staff, and students to historic sites in New England which are of great theological significance. Outings are enhanced with faculty explanations of the site and happenings which have affected this region with the gospel. BENEATH trips encourage students to connect with New England’s rich theological history and to develop a vision for the region’s future. Participation in the event is voluntary, but highly encouraged.

Northeastern holds two chapel services per week with a wide range of speakers, from international missionaries to local pastors and faculty. The student-led worship during chapel provides students with valuable experience. Chapel services includes our own version of the “251 Club” where we pray for each 251 towns in Vermont. Chapel at NEBC is a vital part of each student’s spiritual growth and development.

Students are expected to attend Chapel. Attendance is recorded by the student’s RA or, for commuter students, the Director of Student Services. If students are unable to attend Chapel, they must alert the RA or Director of Student Services promptly. Excessive absenteeism will result in disciplinary action.

Northeastern Baptist College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973) and therefore seeks to provide access to students with disabilities. It is the student’s responsibility to voluntarily identify himself/herself as disabled to the Director of Student Life in order to receive accommodations. Upon presentation of acceptable documentation, the Director will then address the needs of each student on an individual basis. In some cases, Northeastern Baptist College may request additional medical or disability information to fully assess the circumstances. Documentation of disability is kept confidential and the Director of Student Life will maintain records related to student disability. Faculty should refer students with any accommodation requests to the Director of Student Life.

In post-secondary settings, the student is responsible to request special accommodation if desired, but a faculty member can make a student comfortable by having a statement on each syllabus that tells students that if they have a disability and may need accommodations they will need to meet with the Director of Student Life before accommodations may be implemented. The Director of Student Life will work directly with the student and the student’s faculty to coordinate classroom and coursework accommodations. Instructors shall accommodate all students with a disability unless such accommodation compromises the essential elements of the course, program, service, job, activity, or facility or creates an undue hardship, as legally defined. Instructors should present any concerns to the Director of Student Life

Currently, the college does not offer a meal plan program. However, students living on campus have access to kitchens to prepare their own meals, and Bennington has several grocery stores and restaurants in close proximity to the dorm and main campus.

Homecoming Week at Northeastern Baptist College is an annual fall event to celebrate what God has accomplished in and through the college. It is a gathering for worship, preaching, inspiration, announcements, and fellowship among the NEBC community of students, families, alumni, trustees, faculty, staff, churches, pastors, and supporters from around the world.

Ministry practicum is a vital part of every degree offered at NEBC. It is a unique, hands-on component which connects students with local church ministries where practical experience in ministry is gained. This 1-credit course is graded by the student’s Shepherd group leader and meets weekly to help students balance the Mind of a Scholar, the Heart of a Shepherd, and the Perseverance of a Solider by providing group mentoring and practical experience in local church ministry. Every student participates in these small groups. Ministry experiences shared within the Shepherd group provide assessment of the students’ ministry practicum fulfillment.

Students seeking personal or professional counseling have two options to pursue. Informal counseling can be sought through advisors, shepherds, or staff in the Student Services Office. Professional counseling arrangements can be facilitated through the Student Services Office as this office maintains a list of counselors available to Northeastern Students.

Northeastern Baptist College has established two separate Research Weeks during the school year; scheduled at the midway point in the fall and spring semesters. Research Weeks provide students with focused time to engage in course-related research/writing and to participate in scholarly lectures hosted by the college each spring. Lecture topics may include current theological, academic, or ministry/practical issues. Classes are not in session during Research Weeks, but students are expected to attend lectures.

Northeastern Baptist College provides housing for students in Jehovah Jireh Hall, the college’s dormitory. Staffed by the Director of Student Services and trained student Resident Assistants, this facility provides an environment which fosters personal growth and responsibility, as students practice living in a Christian community. Jehovah Jireh Hall is conveniently located within walking distance of the NEBC Hogue Library and downtown Bennington and is on the free bus line which provides transportation to local area. Jehovah Jireh Hall provides students a laundry facility, full-service kitchen, and common area. For more information, please see NEBC’s Student Handbook.

Shepherd Groups provide students with both mentorship and peer support for the purpose of personal and spiritual development. Northeastern faculty and staff members provide guidance to small groups of no more than 12 students, mentoring them in spiritual growth, ministry experience, and personal development. Each student’s Ministry Practicum is graded by the student’s Shepherd Group leader. Shepherd Groups meet once a week on Wednesdays during the Chapel hour.

Northeastern Baptist College’s Student Government provides students the opportunity to gain valuable experience in organizing and leading within the student body. In addition to providing direction and support for students during the school year, the SGA hosts many social events throughout the year (New Student Picnic, Student Thanksgiving Dinner, campus-wide Christmas party, Spirit Week and several other events). The SGA holds open meetings, Town Hall events for students to attend, and is a member of the American Student Government Association.

Once a student signs the Student Standards of Conduct and appropriate enrollment documents, the student is under contract with Northeastern Baptist College. Joining the Northeastern Baptist College student community entails certain rights as well as specific responsibilities with the goal of emulating Christ.

The NEBC student has rights including, but not limited to:

  • The right to have access to, and knowledge of the policies to which they are accountable.
  • The right to air student grievances, equal opportunity, due process, and appeal as detailed under the Policies and Procedures in the Student Discipline sections of the Student Handbook.
  • The right to confidentiality of student records in accordance with FERPA/1974, as well as the right of the student to access these records as detailed under the Records section of the Academic Catalog.

The NEBC student also has responsibilities including, but not limited to:

  • The responsibility to act in a manner consistent with the values of NEBC and the Christian faith, while also obeying all local, state, and federal laws.
  • The responsibility to treat others and the property of others with respect.
  • The responsibility to read and understand the Academic Catalog, the Student Handbook, and any other relevant official college document.

Northeastern Baptist College provides students and faculty regular opportunities to experience international and domestic travel for missions and academic pursuits.

Northeastern Baptist College is committed to providing low-cost, deb-free education by offering the Work Study program. Students can apply for a limited number of Work Study positions which provide tuition payment in exchange for working on-campus for 12 hours per week when classes are in session. The program covers tuition costs, but does not include payments for room, books, or other student fees.

The Director of the program works with students and staff to determine placement within the needs of the college. Students receive orientation and training for assigned work positions. Students must maintain a good academic standing to retain their position in the program.

The Writing Center at Northeastern exists to support NEBC’s Mission to train students to have the Mind of a Scholar by cultivating responsible and effective writers and by promoting critical thinking in all communication. We provide opportunity for objective feedback, individual guidance, and perceptive discourse to NEBC students, staff, and faculty. For more information, click here.