A Prayer for a New Year
I recently finished reading a history of WBU, Rainbows Come When It Rains, written by our founder Dr. H. E. Williams. I found this work to be encouraging and instructive. The book concludes with a desire and a prayer from Dr. Williams for all future leaders of the university. I thought his insightful prayer to [...] Service Awards Presented at WBU
Williams Baptist University has honored several of its own for their service to the university. Williams recently recognized a dozen employees who have reached milestones of service at WBU. “The combined years of service for these WBU employees comes to nearly 250 years. That is a remarkable testament to the loyalty of our people, who […]
WBU Unveils “Renewing Minds, Transforming Lives” Strategic Vision
Williams Baptist University has unveiled its strategic vision for the future in an initiative named “Renewing Minds, Transforming Lives.” The vision, recently approved by WBU’s faculty and its board of trustees, will guide the university’s planning efforts over the next three to five years. The university also released its newly stated Core Values. “’Renewing Minds, […]
Watson is WBU’s New Director of Financial Aid
Dr. Andrew Watson has taken on a new role at Williams Baptist University, where he is helping students find the means to fund their education. Watson, a WBU alumnus and veteran staff member, is now the university’s director of financial aid. “I am excited to have the opportunity to serve in this important position,” Watson […]
Williams Open on Regular Schedule Monday, Dec. 10
Winter weather over the weekend has subsided, and icy roads have cleared. Williams Baptist University will be open on its regular schedule Monday, Dec. 10. Final exams will proceed as scheduled, and offices will be open as normal. Caution is urged on the part of motorists and pedestrians for lingering icy spots on roadways parking […]
WBU Board Welcomes New Members
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University welcomed seven new members at its meeting Friday, Dec. 7. The board, which met on the WBU campus in Walnut Ridge, Ark., also approved a new minor in political science and heard an upbeat report on student recruitment. It was the first meeting for seven trustees who […]
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. 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. 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 […]