All assigned course and term papers in all degree programs (including DMin, and with the exception of those in Marriage and Family Studies) are to be submitted in thesis form in conformity with the most recent edition of Kate L. Turabian’s A Manual for Writers. When this manual is not sufficient, the student should refer to The Chicago Manual of Style. An important distinction is that Master's level courses using Turabian should adhere to the newer or parenthetical reference model (author, date). Doctor of Ministry students should adhere to the classic or footnotes model. Students submitting papers in the Marriage and Family Therapy  program should follow the requirements of the current edition of The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. In addition, students are expected to use inclusive language and images when speaking about or addressing human beings.