WBU Mourns Loss of Dr. D. Jack Nicholas
Williams Baptist University is mourning the loss of one of its historical icons, Dr. D. Jack Nicholas. Dr. Nicholas, who was 86, passed away early Thursday morning in Little Rock following an illness. Dr. Nicholas was the second president of WBU, serving in that role from 1973 to 1991. Himself a Williams alumnus, he led […]
WBU Band to Host Christmas Concert
The newly formed Williams Baptist University Band will present a Christmas Concert on Thursday, November 29.  The performance, which is being presented by the Walnut Ridge Schubert Music Club, begins at 7:00 pm in WBU’s Manley Chapel. The band will perform several Christmas numbers, including an arrangement composed by WBU Director of Bands Brady Massey. […]
WBU Closed Thursday, Nov. 15
Due to winter weather, Williams Baptist University will be closed Thursday, Nov. 15. Â Classes are cancelled and offices are closed. Essential personnel should communicate with their supervisor for direction. Be safe, and enjoy the snow day!
Science Students Selected for Bosch STEM Program
Williams Baptist University has selected three science students for a pilot research program in marine conservation. Â The program is made possible by a grant WBU received this year from the Bosch Community Fund to promote STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields. WBU students chosen to take part in the program are Caleb Hickman of […]
WBU on Standard Schedule Tuesday, Nov. 13
Williams Baptist University is open and operating on its standard schedule Tuesday, Nov. 13. Â The possibility of winter weather overnight did not materialize into a significant problem on area roadways, although drivers and pedestrians are urged to use caution and watch for icy spots on roads and sidewalks.
Psi Chi Collects Books for SafeCare
Psi Chi, an organization for psychology students at Williams Baptist University, has completed a book drive for children in troubled families.  The WBU students recently collected 338 children’s books that will be used by the SafeCare program. Pictured above are officers in the WBU chapter of Psi Chi (clockwise from top) Ryan Curtis (treasurer), Andrea […]
Barbara Turner Honored for Service at WBU
Williams Baptist University recently honored Barbara Turner for her 21 years of service to the school. Â A reception was held for Turner (pictured at center above), longtime director of financial aid at WBU, and she was presented with an award of recognition. Turner, a WBU graduate, stepped down from her role at Williams at the […]
Gaytan, Cooper Crowned at WBU Homecoming
Andrea Gaytan of Batesville, Ark., and Corbitt Cooper of Brinkley, Ark., have been crowned the Homecoming queen and king at Williams Baptist University. Â The coronation took place Saturday, Nov. 3, during Homecoming festivities at WBU. Gaytan, a senior psychology major, is the daughter of Noe and Miriam Gayton of Batesville. Â Cooper, also a senior, is […]
Alumni Honors Presented to Daniel, Guenrich
Williams Baptist University alumni David Daniel and Jake Guenrich were honored during Homecoming festivities Saturday, Nov. 3.  Daniel was recognized as WBU’s 2018 Distinguished Alumnus, while Guenrich was presented the Outstanding Young Alumnus award. Daniel, a 1974 Williams graduate, serves as the director of athletics for Jonesboro Public Schools.  During Daniel’s nine years in that […]