Practice Equipment Donated to WBU Soccer Programs
The Williams Baptist University soccer programs received a generous donation from WBU soccer alumnus Lucas Custodio on Monday afternoon. The donation included soccer balls, new practice nets, water bottles, and various other training equipment, all of which will enhance the team’s practice sessions and preparation. “I played here for five years, and I love this […]
Fox Joins Faculty as Associate Professor of Christian Ministries
Williams Baptist University has announced that alum Dr. Michael Fox has joined the faculty as an associate professor of Christian Ministries. He will begin teaching classes in the fall 2024 semester. Before joining the WBU faculty, Dr. Fox served as an associate professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Southwestern Christian University from 2016 to […]
Mathis Named Athletic Director at WBU
Williams Baptist University has announced that Mitch Mathis, a highly respected and veteran administrator in Arkansas and Texas, has been named the Eagles’ athletic director. Mathis comes to WBU after a five-year tenure at Arkansas State University, where he served as an instructor in teaching, coaching, and health education. Prior to his time in Jonesboro, […]
Rider, Miller Taking on New Roles at WBU
Two Williams Baptist University employees have transitioned into new roles, both designed to help students succeed at WBU. Jeff Rider has taken on the duties of Director of Athletic Eligibility & Retention, while Kristy Miller is now the Director of the Student Success Center and Freshman Advisor. Rider, a 28-year veteran of WBU, served as […]
Rider Named AMC Athletic Director of the Year
The American Midwest Conference has named Jeff Rider of Williams Baptist University as the 2023-24 Bob Burchard American Midwest Conference Athletic Director of the Year. The award is voted on by other athletic directors within the conference. Rider is now eligible for the NAIA National Athletics Director of the Year award, which will be given […]
First National Bank of Lawrence County Gives to WBU
Williams Baptist University has received a $7,500 donation from the First National Bank of Lawrence County, aimed at enhancing the Williams Works program. The check was presented to WBU President Dr. Stan Norman by Cooper Smith, Vice President & Loan Officer. The Williams Works program, which celebrated its first graduating class on May 4, continues […]
WBU Announces New Appointments to Admissions, Financial Aid Offices
Williams Baptist University has announced the appointment of Tonya Bolton as associate vice president of enrollment management, Crystal Tabor as assistant director of admissions, and Darrell Tabor as director of financial aid. Bolton, who has worked at WBU for over 25 years, brings extensive experience and a deep commitment to student success. She has served […]
WBU Receives Grant to Start FFA Collegiate Chapter
Williams Baptist University has received a $600 Legacy Grant from the National Future Farmers of America Organization to establish an FFA Alumni and Supporters Chapter on campus. Melinda Williams, assistant professor of speech, drama, and journalism at Williams, will lead the efforts to begin the chapter. “We saw an opportunity to fulfill a need that […]
Ramsons Arts Partnership Donates to WBU’s Startup Chapel Renovation
Williams Baptist University has announced a $5,000 donation from the Ramsons Arts Partnership, a charity that is being launched by Ramsons Construction of Jonesboro, Ark., to support arts in the region. Scott McDaniel, Vice President at Ramsons, presented the gift to WBU President Dr. Stan Norman on Thursday morning at a ceremony in the Swaim […]
WBU Announces Spring 2024 Presidents and Deans Lists
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2024 spring semester. The President’s List includes those full-time students who achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average, while the Dean’s List consists of those with at least a 3.5 GPA. Williams is a private, Christian university in […]
