Williams Baptist University has named Aaron Andrews to the position of bursar. Andrews, a 16-year veteran of WBU, had been serving as interim bursar since earlier this year. In the position, he oversees the financial affairs of the university. “We asked Mr. Andrews to fill a critical position in our business office, and he quickly…
A total of 21 teams hit the links Friday, May 18, for the annual Williams Baptist University Golf Tournament. The tourney, which benefits the Williams athletic department, was held at Sage Meadows Country Club in Jonesboro. The tournament netted nearly $16,000 for WBU sports teams. Director of Athletics Jeff Rider said most of the proceeds…
Williams Baptist University is introducing its new president, Dr. Stan Norman, at events around the state of Arkansas. The receptions are dubbed “Meet the Prez,” and WBU is planning to host them in all corners of the state over the next several months. Dr. Norman took office in April as the 7th president of WBU.…
Reggie Smith knows first-hand the struggles minority students often face in funding their college education. Now, he is stepping forward to help those students get a Williams Baptist University education. Smith, a 1985 Williams alumnus, has launched the Reggie Smith Foundation Minority Scholarship for WBU students, and the foundation has announced its first class of…
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University voted to approve three new academic programs, as well as adopting the university’s 2018-19 budget on Friday, April 6. The board, meeting in regular session on the Walnut Ridge campus, also welcomed the new president of Williams, Dr. Stan Norman. With the board’s action, Williams will offer…
The new Williams Baptist University band has signed its first recruit. Ashlyn Marlow of Pocahontas, Ark., signed her agreement to play in the Williams band during a ceremony Wednesday, March 7, in WBU’s Swaim Administration Building. “This is a special day, and it’s great that we can begin by signing an All-State clarinet player. I’m…
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…
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…
Charles & Jackie Snapp got to meet last week with the recipients of two Williams Baptist University scholarships they have established. 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. She is a sophomore from Walnut Ridge, majoring in…
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.
