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 […]
Prestidge Promoted at WBU

Williams Baptist University has promoted Amanda Prestidge within its business office. Prestidge has taken on the title of Director of Business Services, where she assumes management of the business office and oversight of bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable and human resources. Prestidge, who has served at WBU since 2019, previously worked as the Bookkeeping & […]
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The Mousetrap to Premier in WBU’s Startup Chapel

The Williams Baptist University theatre program will open its 2024-25 season with Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap. The mystery play will be staged on Oct. 31, and Nov. 1 and 2 in WBU’s newly renovated Startup Chapel, with performances at 7:30 each evening. The production will feature seniors Eric Burns, Savvy Garringer and Ronald Hill in […]
WBU’s Paterson Elected President of International Society

Dr. Ann Paterson of Williams Baptist University has been selected to lead the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR). Paterson, who is WBU’s Nell Mondy Chair of Natural Sciences, was recently elected president of the international society. Paterson’s election follows years of service and contributions to SSAR. The WBU professor has served […]
First National Bank of Commerce Makes Gift to WBU

First National Bank of Commerce has made a $7,500 donation to Williams Baptist University, aimed at enhancing the Williams Works program. The gift was presented to WBU President Dr. Stan Norman by Loan Officer Marcie Varner. “First National Bank of Commerce is an incredibly loyal friend to Williams Baptist University,” said Norman. “This bank is […]
WBU Board Tours Renovated Startup Chapel

(Walnut Ridge, Ark) – The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University got a firsthand look at the newly renovated Startup Chapel Tuesday, Sept. 24. The board, meeting in regular session on the Williams campus, took time to tour the historic chapel and see the renovations and additions that are nearing completion. The $1 million […]