Bi-Vocational Ministers Meet at Williams
Approximately 70 people were on hand for the Small Congregation & Bi-Vocational Ministers Conference at Williams Baptist University Saturday, Feb. 17.  The annual conference is sponsored by the Arkansas Baptist State Convention in partnership with the Department of Christian Ministries at Williams. “It’s a really good time for these bi-vocational and small congregation ministers to […]
Dorothy Jackson: 1931-2018
Williams Baptist University lost an iconic figure and one of its staunchest supporters Sunday, February 18, with the passing of Dorothy L. Jackson. Mrs. Jackson, an alumna of Williams, served for over 25 years as a professor and administrator, including 15 years as Vice President for Student Development. Mrs. Jackson and her late husband, Lendol […]
Hunger Awareness Dinner is Tonight
Williams Baptist University will host its annual Hunger Awareness Dinner on Monday, Feb. 19, in support of Heifer International.  The dinner’s purpose is to increase awareness about global hunger, poverty and food supply. The student-organized event is led by WBU’s chapter of Phi Beta Lambda, which is a society of business students. At the […]
Williams Theatre Department Presents The Story Store
By: MaKenzie Free Every year, elementary students from around Northeast Arkansas submit stories to The Story Store, which is an annual children’s production put on in conjunction with Williams Baptist University and the Northeast Arkansas Educational Co-op.  Gifted and Talented students from around the region submit their stories to Melinda Williams, assistant professor of […]
High School Art Show Opens
The first annual high school art exhibit has opened at Williams Baptist University. A large crowd was on hand for the opening reception Monday evening in WBU’s Maddox Center Art Gallery. The exhibit, which runs through Feb. 21, features artwork from high school students across Northeast Arkansas. Gallery hours are from 8 a.m. – 5 […]
Snapps Meet Scholarship Recipients
Charles & Jackie Snapp got to meet last week with the recipients of two Williams Baptist University scholarships they have established. Â The Walnut Ridge mayor and his wife met Angel Blair and Christopher Dunlap on the Williams campus Friday. Blair receives the Jackie Carmen Snapp Scholarship. Â She is a sophomore from Walnut Ridge, majoring in […]
Williams on Standard Schedule Wednesday, Feb. 7
Williams Baptist University is open and will operate on standard schedule Wednesday, Feb. 7. Icy conditions overnight have not adversely affected most roadways. However, motorists and pedestrians are urged to caution and watch for slick spots on roads and sidewalks. University activities will take place as scheduled.
Williams Hosts High School Art Exhibit
Williams Baptist University will host its first annual high school art exhibit from Feb. 12 – Feb. 21.  The opening night reception is set for Monday, Feb. 12, at 6 p.m. The exhibit will be located in WBU’s Maddox Center Art Gallery and will feature artwork from high school students across Northeast Arkansas. Gallery hours […]
Williams Receives $215,000 from Harty Estate
Williams Baptist University has received a $215,000 gift from the estate of alumnus Norman Harty. Â Harty, who was from Dexter, Mo., passed away in August. Â He was a 1962 graduate of Williams and a longtime supporter of the school, which will become Williams Baptist University later this year. Interim President Dr. Kenneth Startup received the […]