Stewart is WBU’s New Dean of Students
Life has come full circle for Laquietta Stewart. The former standout basketball player and homecoming queen at Williams Baptist University has returned to WBU to serve as dean of students. “I feel like I’ve come back home,” Stewart said. “This institution literally changed my life for the better and I am so glad God chose […]
WBU Closed Jan. 10
Due to winter weather, Williams Baptist University will be closed Friday, January 10. In-person classes are canceled and offices will be closed. All students should check their WBU student accounts for instructions regarding assignments and classes. Mabee-Gwinup Cafeteria will operate on a modified schedule and will serve brunch 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and dinner […]
Williams Works Receives Gift from First National Bank of Commerce
The Williams Works program at Williams Baptist University has received a boost from First National Bank of Commerce. The $7,500 gift was presented to WBU President Dr. Stan Norman by Executive Vice President Tammy Franks. “The ongoing generosity of First National Bank of Commerce is a true blessing to us at Williams,” Norman said. “We […]
Wanda Prince: 1926-2024
Williams Baptist University lost an alumna and dear friend over the Christmas holiday. Wanda Prince, a 1946 graduate of what was then Southern Baptist College, passed away December 18 in Paragould at the age of 98. Until her passing, Mrs. Prince was the oldest known graduate of Williams. And part of her experience at the […]
WBU Presents Service Awards
Williams Baptist University has recognized employees who achieved milestones of service this year. Service awards were presented December 12 to employees who have worked at WBU for multiples of five years. Carol Halford was recognized for completing 40 years of service to Williams. Halford is chair of the Department of Health and Physical Education, and […]
WBU Board Welcomes New Trustees, Approves Tenure for Harris
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University welcomed four new members to its ranks on Tuesday, December 9. The board, meeting in regular session on the Williams campus, also voted to grant tenure to a veteran professor and department chair. New board members at WBU begin their service with the December meeting each year, […]
WBU’s Harris Joins Quill Project Announcement
Dr. Rodney Harris of Williams Baptist University took part in announcing a new project to study the Arkansas Constitution this week. Harris, chair of the Department of History and Political Science at WBU, joined Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin and others on Tuesday, November 19, in Little Rock for a press conference on the University […]
WBU Awarded $1.9 Million Workforce Grant
Williams Baptist University has been selected to receive a $1.9 million grant to help develop the workforce in Arkansas. Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Thursday that WBU is among the institutions chosen to receive grant funding, as part of a broader effort to support workforce development efforts aligned with the Arkansas Workforce Strategy. WBU will utilize […]
Morris & Maddox Crowned at WBU Homecoming
Seniors Zaelin Morris and Fowler Maddox have been named the Homecoming Queen and King at Williams Baptist University. Morris and Maddox were crowned Wednesday, Nov. 6, as part of Homecoming week festivities at Williams. Morris, a native of Mayflower, Ark., is majoring in sports management at WBU. Maddox is from Jonesboro, Ark., and is also […]
WBU Alum Rejuvenates Bikes Around Campus
Several bicycles have been given new life around the Williams Baptist University campus, thanks to an act of kindness by a WBU alumnus. Thomas Martin, a 1977 alum, recently returned to WBU for a workday, where he joined other volunteers on various projects. While on campus, Thomas noticed several bicycles in disrepair. Recognizing their potential […]
