Clayton, Marlow Named 2024 Founders Award Winners
Cassidy Clayton and Joel Marlow have been awarded the 2024 Founders Awards at Williams Baptist University. Thomason is from Walnut Ridge, Ark., and Marlow is
Cassidy Clayton and Joel Marlow have been awarded the 2024 Founders Awards at Williams Baptist University. Thomason is from Walnut Ridge, Ark., and Marlow is
A spectator enjoyed a recent musical performance at Williams Baptist University, and felt that the director needed a better platform to hold his music. So,
Children of Williams Baptist University alumni will soon have an extra scholarship incentive to attend WBU. Dr. Jerry & Barbara Gibbens of Walnut Ridge are
Sixteen Standout students were honored in their respective disciplines on Thursday, April 25, as Williams Baptist University held its annual Academic Awards Ceremony. The event
Williams Baptist University will confer diplomas to 140 graduates during the 2024 commencement ceremony, Saturday, May 4. The event begins at 10 a.m. in the
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University approved the budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year Tuesday, April 16. The board, meeting in regular session
by Rebekah Presley Those who have spent time on the Williams Baptist University campus recently have probably noticed some construction going on near the library.
The Arkansas Master’Singers, in collaboration with the Williams Singers, are set to take the stage for a concert Thursday, April 18, at 7 p.m. at
The Department of Natural Sciences at Williams Baptist University has a great new tool for studying astronomy, including the Great American Eclipse. Rebecca Lapiro of
The Williams Baptist University theatre department will close the 2023-24 season with Alice in Wonderland, a play adapted by William Glennon, based on Lewis Carroll’s
High-achieving students were recognized during the 25th annual Department of Business Awards ceremony at Williams Baptist University, held in WBU’s Moody Room on April 3.
Nathan Higgins will present his senior recital Thursday, April 11 at Williams Baptist University. Higgins, who is completing his bachelor’s degree in music and worship
Williams Baptist University is joining forces with Walnut Ridge Regional Airport and the Wings of Honor Museum to present entertainment before the upcoming eclipse. WBU’s
Treasure Jenni, a Christian Ministries major from Russellville, Ark., was crowned Miss WBU Thursday, March 14 at the Southerland-Mabee Center on the Campus of Williams
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. (3/4/24) – Cavenaugh Auto World has made a gift toward the Startup Chapel construction project at Williams Baptist University. Fran Cavenaugh, CFO
Eleven WBU contestants, who come from four different states, will get a chance for the crown at the 2024 Miss Williams Baptist University pageant. The
The Felix Goodson Library will host its annual “Used Book Sale” March 11 – April 3 on the campus of Williams Baptist University. This year’s
The Williams Baptist University’s Association of Student Athletes (ASA) recently raised $1,412.00 during a pair WBU Eagles doubleheader basketball games during the month of January
Incoming freshmen at Williams Baptist University this fall will each receive a new Bible, thanks to a gift from the Big Creek Baptist Association in
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. (2/6/24) – Williams Baptist University has received a gift from First Christian Church in Jonesboro. It is the second gift from the
Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University has received a truck that was donated to it. The 2010 Dodge Ram pickup was given to the school
Williams Baptist University is expanding its Williams Works initiative to include new commuter students from Lawrence and Randolph Counties. The work program will be available
U.S. House of Representative for Arkansas’s 1st congressional district Rick Crawford visited the Williams Baptist University campus on Friday to tour the school’s newly opened
Williams Baptist University has announced a generous donation of $7,500 from the First National Bank of Lawrence County, dedicated to fortifying the Williams Works program.
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2023 fall semester. The President’s List includes those
Williams Baptist University honored 13 employees who have contributed a combined 280 years of service to the school and its Christ-centered education. Melinda Williams was
The Williams Works initiative at Williams Baptist University is expanding its operations with the opening of a meat processing plant. The facility processes cattle, hogs
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders visited the Williams Baptist University campus Thursday to discuss the Williams Works Initiative in a roundtable discussion that included university
Williams Baptist University has been presented with a $100,000 gift from the estate of a longtime supporter. The gift comes from the Joy Gregory Ledbetter
Seniors Tate Isaacs and Madison Knight have been selected homecoming king and queen at Williams Baptist University. The two were crowned during homecoming festivities at
Tekla Research has made another major matching gift to the annual fund and the Williams Works initiative at Williams Baptist University. Tekla Senior Vice President
Williams Baptist University is grateful for its place in the latest U.S. News college rankings, and that is especially true of the “Social Mobility” category.
Williams Baptist University has announced a generous donation of $7,500 from the First National Bank of Lawrence County, dedicated to fortifying the Williams Works program.
Williams Baptist University’s Theatre program is set to kick off the 2023-24 season with a performance of “The Romancers” by Edmond Rostand. The play is
The Department of History at Williams Baptist University was represented at an Arkansas Center for Research in Economics (ACRE) event October 13-15. A contingent of
Layne Beavers will present his senior presentation Tuesday, Oct. 17 at Williams Baptist University. Beavers, who is completing his bachelor’s degree in music at WBU,
Local businesses are encouraged to “Paint the Town Blue” for the upcoming Homecoming festivities at Williams Baptist University. This year’s Homecoming celebration will be November
The education program at Williams Baptist University has received a prestigious honor from its accrediting agency. The Williams Teacher Education Program (WTEP) was notified recently
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University took part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the renovation of Startup Chapel Tuesday, Sept. 26. The board,
Williams Baptist University will host Southwestern A Cappella, a 17-voice vocal ensemble from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, in concert on Thursday, October 5. The concert
U.S. News and World Report has ranked Williams Baptist University as among the top colleges in the South, as well as ranking among top schools
Dr. Rhyne Putman, vice president for academic affairs at Williams Baptist University and pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Walcott, Ark., recently led a
With the new school year drawing closer, Williams Baptist University is working to connect its students with local businesses. WBU is giving businesses in the
Williams Baptist University has announced the appointment of Luke Colley as the new Vice President for Advancement and Business Development. Prior to joining Williams Baptist
Students at Williams Baptist University will soon have direct access to health services from Lawrence Memorial Hospital. The university and the hospital, both located in
Williams Baptist University athletic trainer Misty Colvey has been named the American Midwest Conference Athletic Trainer of the Year the conference office announced Friday morning.
The Williams Baptist University women’s basketball team has been named the American Midwest Conference/Conference Commissioner Association Champions of Character® Team award winner the league office
Williams Baptist University has announced a gift of $7,500 from the First National Bank of Lawrence County aimed at bolstering the Williams Works program. The
Riding a bicycle 206 miles on gravel roads through mud and storms might not be everyone’s idea of fun, but for Bill Jeffery, it proved
Williams Baptist University has announced that it has been selected for a $4 million gift from the Mabee Foundation, marking the largest donation ever bestowed
Williams Baptist University senior Caleb Anderson will host a book signing event on Tuesday, June 27 at 6 p.m. at the Independence County Library in
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2023 spring semester. The President’s List includes those
Williams Baptist University has announced that Colton Babbitt will join the faculty as an assistant professor of history, starting with the fall academic semester of
Maura Thomason and Grant Goad have been awarded the 2023 Founders Awards at Williams Baptist University. Thomason is from Sidney, Ark., and Goad is from
Williams Baptist University awarded degrees to 134 graduates during its 2023 commencement exercises Saturday, May 6. The graduates represented 23 Arkansas counties, nine states and
Reagan Lee of Southaven, Miss., is the first recipient of the Roland Chappell Scholarship at Williams Baptist University. The scholarship was recently established in memory
Williams Baptist University has granted tenure and a promotion in rank to Dr. Chris Polachic and Dr. Dennis Vowell. The WBU Board of Trustees approved
Thirteen Standout students were honored in their respective disciplines Monday, April 24, as Williams Baptist University held its annual Academic Awards Ceremony. The event was
Williams Baptist University will confer diplomas to 135 graduates during the 2023 commencement ceremony, Saturday, May 6. The event begins at 10 a.m. in the
The Williams Baptist University Band will present its final concert of the school year Tuesday, April 25. The performance begins at 6:30 p.m. in WBU’s
Williams Baptist University will host an art exhibit April 21-26 in the Maddox Center Art Gallery, located on the second floor of the WBU’s Maddox
Trustees at Williams Baptist University approved the budget for the 2023-24 school year Tuesday, April 18. The Board of Trustees, meeting in regular session on
Eleven students were recently presented with Sigma Beta Delta Honors at the 24th annual Department of Business Awards ceremony at Williams Baptist University, held in
Rylee Dardar will present his senior lecture-recital Thursday, April 20 at Williams Baptist University. Dardar, is completing his bachelor’s degree in music and worship at
Jared Veteto will present his senior presentation Tuesday, April 18 at Williams Baptist University. Veteto, who is completing his bachelor’s degree in music and worship
High-achieving students were recognized during the 24th annual Department of Business Awards ceremony at Williams Baptist University, held in WBU’s Moody Room on April 5.
The Williams Baptist University Theatre Department will close the 2022-23 season with its production of Clark Gesner’s “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” The classic
The walls of the Mabee-Gwinup Cafeteria were turned into an open canvas for the art students of Williams Baptist University. Director of Dining Services Jenny
Two students have been inducted into the Zeta Alpha chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon International Music Fraternity at Williams Baptist University. Anna Ring of Paragould,
Williams Baptist University has received formal notification that its accreditation has been renewed for another 10 years. The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) sent WBU an
The Williams Baptist University theatre department will stage a spring production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown ” April 13-14 at 7:30 p.m. in
Adrianna Rogers will present her senior voice recital Thursday, March 30 at Williams Baptist University. Rogers, who is completing her bachelor’s degree in music at
Ashley Tweedy, a biology major from Pocahontas, Ark., was crowned Miss WBU Thursday, March 16 at the Southerland-Mabee Center on the campus of Williams Baptist
Twelve WBU contestants, who come from four different states, will get a chance for the crown at the 2023 Miss Williams Baptist University pageant. The
MeKency Shepard will present her senior recital Thursday, March 16 at Williams Baptist University. Shepard, who is completing her bachelor’s degree in music at WBU,
Williams Baptist University played host to more than 360 Special Olympians Tuesday, March 7 at the Southerland-Mabee Center for the Arkansas Area 1 Individual Basketball
The Felix Goodson Library will host its annual “Used Book Sale” March 10 – April 3 on the campus of Williams Baptist University. This year’s
Tate Anderson will present his senior recital Tuesday, March 7 at Williams Baptist University. Anderson, who is completing his bachelor’s degree in music and worship
Linda ‘Mavis’ (Davis) Gilley was a force to be reckoned with during her days on the basketball court in the late 1970s at Southern Baptist
The Williams Baptist University’s Association of Student Athletes (ASA) recently raised $1,176 during a pair WBU Eagles doubleheader basketball games during the month of January
Williams Baptist University received a $7,500 gift from First National Bank of Lawrence County Thursday in support of the Williams Works program. The check was
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2022 fall semester. The President’s List includes those
https://youtu.be/ZmzE07eerK8 Matt Wilson delivered the first chapel message of the Springer 2023 semester on January 11, 2023. Wilson is the Senior Pastor at First Baptist
Williams Baptist University has honored seven of its employees for 60 years of combined service to the school and its Christ-centered education. Lynn Pennington was
Dr. Ann Paterson, the Nell Mondy Chair of Natural Sciences at Williams Baptist University, recently delivered a virtual presentation at the 15th meeting of the
The Williams Teacher Education Program (WTEP) at Williams Baptist University has been granted national accreditation for its educator preparation programs, making it one of 55
The Williams Baptist University Board of Trustees took time Tuesday to commend several WBU employees who have distinguished themselves in recent months. The board, meeting
Williams Baptist University received a $7,500 gift from First National Bank of Lawrence County Thursday in support of the Williams Works program. The check was
Dr. Rodney Harris, Chair and Assistant Professor of History at Williams Baptist University and Director of the Randolph County Heritage Museum, has released a pictorial
Kaylen Doss of Paragould, Ark., and Grant Goad of Jonesboro, Ark., were crowned the 2022 Williams Baptist University Homecoming queen and king in a coronation
For the first time in the storied history of Williams Baptist University, a sitting president of the Southern Baptist Convention visited campus Wednesday as Northeast
The Williams Baptist University Theatre department will open their 2022-23 season on Oct. 28-29 with a production of Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman’s “You
The Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is showing its support for Homecoming at Williams Baptist University. The chamber is encouraging local businesses to “Paint the
The theme will be “Forever Eagles: Return to the Nest” as Williams Baptist University celebrates its annual Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Nov. 5. A number
The Williams Baptist University Theatre department will open its 2022-23 season with a production of “You Can’t Take It With You” Oct. 28-29 in Startup
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University voted Tuesday, Sept. 20, to confer the title professor emeritus upon Dr. Bob Magee, retired professor of
Williams Baptist University is inviting businesses in the Walnut Ridge, Hoxie and Pocahontas communities to take part in the Williams BLUE program to provide special
The historic Startup Chapel at Williams Baptist University is one step closer to a major renovation, thanks to a $200,000 challenge grant from the Mabee
Tekla Research has made a major, matching gift to the Williams Works initiative at Williams Baptist University. Tekla CFO Beth Russell West and CEO Dave
Williams Baptist University has announced that Dr. Trent Broussard will join WBU this fall as Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities. Broussard
Williams Baptist University received a $7,500 gift from First National Bank of Lawrence County Thursday in support of the Williams Works program. The check was
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2022 spring semester. The President’s List includes those
Williams Baptist University Board of Trustees member Terry Smith and his family have been named the Northeast District Farm Family of the Year by Arkansas
Williams Baptist University has received a donation for its Williams Works initiative from the Co-op Cares program at Craighead Electric Cooperative. Craig Martin and Samantha
Williams Baptist University awarded degrees to 85 graduates during its 2022 commencement exercises Saturday, May 7. The graduates represented 15 Arkansas counties, 12 states and
Emma Weeks and Quadarius Jackson have been awarded the 2022 Founders Awards at Williams Baptist University. The awards were presented to the pair during WBU’s
The Arkansas Historical Association has named Dr. Blake Perkins as the 2022 recipient of the Northeast Arkansas Regional Archives Award for exemplary archival research at
More than 80 graduates will receive diplomas from Williams Baptist University during its 2022 commencement ceremony, Saturday, May 7. The event begins at 10 a.m.
Six students have been inducted into the Sigma Beta Delta Business Fraternity at Williams Baptist University. The 2021-22 inductees were: Danielle Barstead of Springfield, Mo.;
Nine students were recognized for departmental honors during the annual Academic Awards Banquet at Williams Baptist University. WBU faculty selected the students for the awards
Seven students have been inducted into the Zeta Alpha chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon International Music Fraternity at Williams Baptist University. Tate Anderson of Walnut
The Williams Baptist University theatre department will close its seasons with a production of “Murder on the Orient Express” April 21-22 at 7:30 p.m. in
Williams Baptist University officially broke ground Friday, April 8 on a 4,200 square foot meat processing facility that is scheduled to open by the end
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University recognized two retiring employees who have logged over 80 years of combined service on Friday, April 8.
Williams Baptist University held a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony Friday, April 8 for its new Williams Corner store that features produce and bedding flowers,
Williams Baptist University has announced that Dr. Tim Walker will join WBU’s Christian ministries faculty starting this fall. Walker will serve as assistant professor of
Williams Corner will hold a grand opening celebration from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 2. Owned and operated by Williams Baptist University,
T’Asia Bland has been awarded the Minority Educators Scholarship for 2021-22 academic year. Bland, a senior from Raleigh, Tenn., is working toward a degree from
The Williams Baptist University theatre program will present its annual “Story Store” production Friday, Feb. 18 at the Walnut Ridge Community Center and again Tuesday,
Williams Baptist University alumnus Bill Jeffery has returned to his alma mater, where he is helping market WBU to prospective students and leading two musical
The Williams Baptist University Department of Music will host a free concert Tuesday, Feb., 1 at 7 p.m. in Manley Chapel featuring Dr. Scott Carrell,
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2021 fall semester. The President’s List includes those
Williams Baptist University has announced the addition of Dr. Stephen and Tracy Bell to its faculty. The Bells will join WBU after 20-plus years of
Williams Baptist University received a $7,500 gift from First National Bank of Lawrence County Wednesday in support of the Williams Works program. The check was
Williams Baptist University has honored nine of its employees for 105 years of combined service to the school and its Christ-centered education. Jeff Rider was
The Williams Baptist University Board of Trustees met in regular session Friday and recognized WBU student Bailee Haskins for her life-saving actions following a recent
Kenneth Flynn of Paragould, Ark., has spent more than 75 years of his life collecting seashells and other aquatic life from around the world. The
Two new greenhouses have been formally dedicated at Williams Baptist University. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Dannah Russell Jones and Nora Leann Shuman Greenhouses was
Emma Weeks of Blytheville, Ark., and Quadarious Jackson of Jonesboro, Ark., were crowned the 2021 Williams Baptist University Homecoming queen and king in a coronation
Williams Baptist University received a $7,500 gift from First National Bank of Lawrence County Tuesday in support of the Williams Works program. The check was
The Williams Baptist University Theatre will begin the journey circling the globe on Oct. 29-30 with a production of Laura Eason’s adaptation of Jules Verne’s
The Williams Baptist University Theatre program will begin its 2021-22 season with Laura Eason’s adaptation of Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days Oct.
Williams Baptist University will host its annual Homecoming festivities Saturday, Nov. 6. This year will feature a reunion of the Williams Singers and a recognition
Williams Baptist University has announced the appointment of alumnus Tim Chatman as dean of students. Chatman will oversee initiatives that support WBU’s residential and student
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University elected its officers for the coming year Friday. The board, meeting in regular session on the WBU
Enrollment at Williams Baptist University has climbed for the third straight year, with the number of on-campus students rising to 600. Fall enrollment on WBU’s
Lawrence Healthcare and Williams Baptist University are forming a partnership to fill employment needs at the hospital while providing valuable experience and training for WBU
Williams Baptist University received a $7,500 gift from First National Bank of Lawrence County Wednesday in support of the Williams Works program. The check was
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2021 spring semester. The President’s List includes those
Williams Baptist University awarded degrees to 93 graduates during its 2021 commencement exercises Saturday, May 1. The graduates represented 19 Arkansas counties, ten states and
Kelsey Robinson and Brayden Brewer have been awarded the 2021 Founders Awards at Williams Baptist University. The awards were presented to the pair during WBU’s
Recent Williams Baptist University graduate David Ellis has been selected to receive the prestigious William Yick Collegiate Award presented by the Arkansas Federation of Music
More than 90 graduates will receive diplomas from Williams Baptist University during its 2021 commencement ceremony, Saturday, May 1. The event begins at 10 a.m.
Williams Baptist University recently honored eleven students for their outstanding achievements in the classroom at its annual Academic Awards Banquet on Monday afternoon. WBU faculty
WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. (4/19/21) – Students from Williams Baptist University recently completed a month-long painting project for the Lawrence County Public Housing Authority that features
Eight students have been inducted into Sigma Beta Delta, the international honor society for business, at Williams Baptist University. The induction ceremony was held April
First National Bank of Lawrence County continued its support of Williams Baptist University and the Williams Works initiative with a $7,500 check that was presented
The Williams Baptist University theatre department will close the 2020-21 season with These Shining Lives, a play written by Melanie Marnich, based on the true story
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University approved the school’s budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year Friday, April 9. The board, meeting in regular
Williams Baptist University has announced a transition among its leadership team highlighted by Dr. Andrew Watson and Angela Flippo, who have assumed new roles within
David Ellis will present his senior piano recital Thursday, April 8 at 7 p.m. in the choral room located in the Maddox Center on the
Kilee Taylor, a freshman from Batesville, Ark., was crowned Miss WBU 2021 at the annual competition on the Williams Baptist University campus on Thursday, March
The Felix Goodson Library will host its annual “Used Book Sale” March 10-12. This year’s lot includes hundreds of books encompassing several different areas of
by Molly Mingo The Williams Baptist University theatre program is once again preparing for its annual production of the “Story Store,” but a new set
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2020 fall semester. The President’s List includes those
First National Bank of Lawrence County has continued its substantial support of the Williams Works initiative at Williams Baptist University. A $7,500 gift was presented
Williams Baptist University has honored nine of its employees for 100 years of combined service to the school and its Christ-centered education. “I am privileged
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University welcomed U.S. Senator John Boozman to their regularly scheduled meeting on Friday, Dec. 4. The Arkansas senator
Seven students have been inducted into the Zeta Alpha chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon International Music Fraternity at Williams Baptist University. The inductees were (pictured
Homecoming will look considerably different at Williams Baptist University this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Reunions and other alumni activities planned for Nov. 7
A gift from First National Bank of Lawrence County will benefit the Williams Works initiative at Williams Baptist University. Chief Financial Officer Amy Fitzgerald of
Territorial Arkansas: The Wild Western Frontier will be displayed at Williams Baptist University October 6 – 14. The traveling exhibit tells the story of the
Felix Goodson Library at Williams Baptist University will host a voter registration event on Tuesday, Sept. 22, in observance of National Voter Registration Day. All
The Williams Baptist University Board of Trustees conducted its regular fall meeting on the university campus Friday, September 11. It marked the first gathering of
A challenging time for higher education hasn’t slowed enrollment growth at Williams Baptist University. WBU’s on-campus enrollment for the fall semester increased more than 12
After a hiatus of several months, the campus of Williams Baptist University is about to spring back to life. WBU will welcome freshmen and other
Melanie McKuin and Jack Wafler have been awarded the 2020 Founders Awards at Williams Baptist University. McKuin is from Dexter, Mo., and Wafler is from
Jerry Gibbens, who served for more than half a century as an English professor at Williams Baptist University, was presented an honorary doctorate by WBU
Williams Baptist University has announced that Dr. Christopher Hair will be joining the WBU English faculty this fall. Hair, who has more than 20 years
Williams Baptist University will hold its 2020 commencement exercises Saturday, Aug. 8. The ceremony was postponed from its originally scheduled date in May due to
The Hotel Rhea will soon be under the management of students at Williams Baptist University. Through the university’s new student work initiative known as Williams
Putman to Join WBU Administration/Faculty Dr. Rhyne Putman, a Williams Baptist University graduate and highly regarded theologian, is returning to his alma mater. Putman is
A donation to Williams Baptist University in Walnut Ridge will fund the construction of two greenhouses. The $75,000 gift from Tekla Research, Inc., is providing
Velma Allison and her family have met a need for Williams Baptist University and its new endeavor, Eagle Farms. Allison, who is from Walnut Ridge,
Our nation finds itself gripped in the pain and turmoil of the unjust, heartbreaking death of George Floyd. We grieve with his family and our
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2020 spring semester. The President’s List includes those
Academic awards have been announced for the 2019-20 school year at Williams Baptist University. WBU faculty selected students for the awards based on achievements in
Williams Baptist University has set a revised date for its 2020 commencement exercises. The graduation ceremony is now scheduled for August 8 at 10 a.m.
Williams Baptist University has honored two professors who are retiring after decades of service to the institution. Prof. Jerry Gibbens and Dr. Paul Rhoads have
Business students from Williams Baptist University earned five awards at the 2020 State Leadership Conference of Phi Beta Lambda. The annual event was scheduled to
Resident students at Williams Baptist University will receive prorated refunds of their room and board, following action Thursday by WBU’s Board of Trustees. Students who
Williams Baptist University is mounting a renewed focus on prayer, and it is calling on its supporters to join the effort. WBU has announced the
WBU to Extend Spring Break, Curtail Large Gatherings In response to the coronavirus outbreak, Williams Baptist University is extending its spring break to two weeks.
WBU Hosts High School Art Show By: Maggie Morgan Williams Baptist University opened its third annual high school art show on March 2 in
16 Contestants Competing to be Miss WBU Sixteen WBU contestants, who come from four different states, will get a chance for the crown at the
Williams Baptist University’s upper class business students recently attended a leadership conference in Jonesboro called Going Above and Beyond. Seven students, along with their business
The Williams Baptist University theatre program is preparing to take stories written by area elementary students and bring them to life in the 2020 production
WBU Library Donates Books to Childrens Ranch Williams Baptist University’s Felix Goodson Library made a book donation recently to the Arkansas Baptist Ranch. Joel
Williams Baptist University has announced the hiring of Dr. Marvin Schoenecke as Provost and Executive Vice President for Campus Life. Schoenecke, who comes to Williams
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2019 fall semester. The President’s List includes those
PFC Holly Akin, Jr. was an Oklahoma farm boy who headed off to serve his country in World War II, never to return. Akin died
Pamela Meridith, director of library services at Williams Baptist University, has been named to the State Library Board. Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson recently appointed Meridith
Williams Baptist University has granted tenure and a promotion in rank to two of its faculty members. Dr. Charlotte Wheeless and Dr. Blake Perkins were
Williams Baptist University has presented service awards to a number of its employees. Williams recently recognized 14 employees who have reached milestones of service at
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University approved a strategic vision and a campus master plan at its regularly scheduled meeting Friday, December 6.
Williams Baptist University seniors Melanie McKuin of Dexter, Mo., and C.J. Cara of Bartlett, Tenn., are this year’s Homecoming queen and king at WBU. The
Eagle Farms, a major component of the new student work initiative at Williams Baptist University, has taken a big step forward with the donation of
The Williams Baptist University theatre program will present the play “Glorious” Nov. 1-2 as part of the 2019 WBU Homecoming celebration. “I was in love
by Bekah Kopp Williams Baptist University alumni, friends and family will gather on Saturday, November 2, to celebrate the school’s 78th annual homecoming celebration. A
by Bekah Kopp Artist and Williams Baptist University graduate Stephen Watson is returning to his alma mater to open an exhibit of his work, titled
by Bekah Kopp Dr. Christopher Polachic believes in finding meaning within scientific discovery. He and his co-author argue in their new book that if a
This year’s recipients have been named for the Reggie Smith Foundation Minority Scholarship at Williams Baptist University. The Smith Foundation selected WBU students Rebecca Brown
The Williams Baptist University theatre program will start the 2019-20 season with a student-directed production. WBU senior Melanie McKuin is directing two short plays that
Williams Baptist University biology students will discuss creation care and recount this summer’s environmental research trip to Florida on Monday, Oct. 14. The students and
by Bekah Kopp Eagle Farms, a large component of the new Williams Works initiative at Williams Baptist University, has found its leader: Brad Flippo. Flippo,
Williams Baptist University will soon give students a chance to work their way through college, with the potential to graduate debt-free. The private, Christian university
A record freshman class has pushed enrollment up by more than 12 percent on the campus of Williams Baptist University in Walnut Ridge, Ark. The
Dr. Ann Paterson of Williams Baptist University has been honored by the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles. Paterson, who is the Nell
The Williams Baptist University campus is springing to life in anticipation of the new school year. Fall sport athletes have already moved to campus to
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
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2019 spring semester. The President’s List includes those
A total of 23 teams took part Friday, May 17, in the annual Williams Baptist University Golf Tournament. The tourney, which benefits the WBU athletic
Williams Baptist University awarded degrees to 80 graduates during its 2019 commencement exercises Saturday, May 4. The graduates represented 25 Arkansas counties, nine states and
A new degree program at Williams Baptist University will help students prepare for careers related to healthcare, with an emphasis on those who are aging.
Kristin Britt and Warner West have been awarded the 2019 Williams Baptist University Founders Awards. Britt is from Chandler, Tex., and West is a Walnut
Four students have been inducted into the Zeta Alpha chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon International Music Fraternity at Williams Baptist University. The inductees (pictured above,
Three Williams Baptist University students represented WBU at the international conference of Sigma Tau Delta, English honor society. The conference was held at St. Louis
Dr. Andrew Watson, director of financial aid at Williams Baptist University, has been honored for his work as a doctoral student. Watson was named this
Seven students at Williams Baptist University have been inducted into Alpha Chi, the national college honor scholarship society. The induction was held April 16 at
More than 75 graduates will receive diplomas as Williams Baptist University holds commencement exercises on Saturday, May 4. The ceremony begins at 10 a.m. in
Eight students were recognized for departmental honors during the annual Academic Awards Banquet at Williams Baptist University. WBU faculty selected the students for the awards
Integrity First Bank of Pocahontas joined Williams Baptist University education students on April 16th to present the 22nd annual Teach Children to Save Day. The
Seven students have been inducted into Sigma Beta Delta, the international honor society for business at Williams Baptist University. The induction ceremony was held April
The senior art exhibition of Jessie Powell will be on display Tuesday, April 23, at Williams Baptist University. The exhibit is entitled “Journey to the
Business students from Williams Baptist University came home with a dozen awards from the State Leadership Conference of Phi Beta Lambda. The annual event was
Several Williams Baptist University students were recognized with awards during the Department of Christian Ministries Banquet. A large crowd (pictured above) was on hand
Dr. Rodney Harris of the Williams Baptist University history faculty been awarded a research grant from Wake Forest University. Harris is receiving the Provost’s Grant
Williams Baptist University was represented by a student and four faculty members at the annual meeting of the Southwest Psychological Association, held April 4-5 in
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University has approved the budget for next year, voted to add new academic programs and authorized a new
The Williams Baptist University theatre program will close its 2018-2019 season with Tennessee Williams’ “A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur.” The production will be staged
Hannah Estes will present her senior recital April 4 at Williams Baptist University. Estes, who is completing her bachelor’s degree in music at WBU, is
Williams Baptist University is welcoming a new leader to its campus ministries program. Shannon Lane has begun work as WBU’s director of campus ministries, where
Williams Baptist University senior Alexander Robbins will present his research on composers Henry Cowell and Conlon Nancarrow April 11 at WBU. Cowell and Nancarrow were
The golf team at Williams Baptist University is adding lifelong golfer Nathan Martin to the squad this fall. Martin signed with WBU on January 29
Stuttgart High School senior Bryce Hudgins has signed his commitment to perform with three musical groups at Williams Baptist University. Hudgins, who will attend WBU
A junior from Clinton, Ark., has been crowned Miss Williams Baptist University. Tori Johnson was chosen as the winner of the 2019 Miss WBU pageant
The second annual High School Art Exhibit has opened at Williams Baptist University, with works from several northeast Arkansas schools on display. The art show
Dr. Blake Perkins, chair of the Department of History & Political Science at Williams Baptist University, has published two review essays recently in academic journals.
Ethel Tompkins was still a school girl when she and some 25 other students made history at Hoxie Schools. Tompkins, one of the students who
Students from the Imboden Area Charter School visited Williams Baptist University Friday, where they attended classes and toured the WBU campus. WBU education students guided
Williams Baptist University has released the names of students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2018 fall semester. The President’s List includes those
Supply chain management expert Dr. Brent D. Williams will deliver the 2019 Vaughn Lecture at Williams Baptist University. The lecture is scheduled for Monday, March
Isaiah Cook is headed to Williams Baptist University to continue his pursuits in instrumental and vocal music. Cook, a senior at Hoxie High School, signed
Williams Baptist University student Warner West recently presented the results of his scholarly research to a regional meeting of Phi Alpha Theta national history honor
The WBU Department of History and Political Science, along with its student Bancroft Society, are co-sponsoring a speaking event, “The Bombing of Japan in WWII,”
Walnut Ridge High School senior Tate Anderson is headed to his hometown university as part of two musical ensembles and an honors program. Anderson signed
by MaKenzie Free It is the time of year when elementary students around Northeast Arkansas become playwrights and Williams Baptist University students bring those stories
Williams Baptist University has announced a restructuring of its administration, highlighted by the hiring of a new vice president. Dr. Doug Walker (pictured above), who
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Williams Baptist University is open and operating on its standard schedule Tuesday, Nov. 13. The possibility of winter weather overnight did not materialize into a
Psi Chi, an organization for psychology students at Williams Baptist University, has completed a book drive for children in troubled families. The WBU students recently
Williams Baptist University recently honored Barbara Turner for her 21 years of service to the school. A reception was held for Turner (pictured at center
Andrea Gaytan of Batesville, Ark., and Corbitt Cooper of Brinkley, Ark., have been crowned the Homecoming queen and king at Williams Baptist University. The coronation
Williams Baptist University alumni David Daniel and Jake Guenrich were honored during Homecoming festivities Saturday, Nov. 3. Daniel was recognized as WBU’s 2018 Distinguished Alumnus,
By MaKenzie Free Melinda Williams will celebrate 35 years of service at Williams Baptist University during Homecoming weekend with the production of Neil Simon’s, “The
Williams Baptist University will host its annual Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Nov. 3. A variety of reunions are scheduled, athletic teams will be in action,
Williams Baptist University has a new website to go with its new name. Williams became a university over the summer and changed its website domain
Williams Baptist University in Walnut Ridge has announced that, starting next fall, all full time, on-campus students will be provided iPads. School officials say the
WBU Theatre Program Opens Season With “The Good Doctor” by MaKenzie Free Williams Baptist University’s theatre program is set to open its 2018-19 season with
The Felix Goodson Library at Williams Baptist University is set to host a Scholastic Book Fair October 30 – November 3. The event offers specially
Williams Baptist University’s art department is hosting an Alumni and Friends art show from October 29 through November 7. The opening reception will be take
Williams Baptist University’s History Department, the Division of Arts and Sciences, and the Coe Scholars Program are jointly hosting a public lecture on Monday, October
Harvest Fest will take place Wednesday, Oct. 24th, at Williams Baptist University. The annual event is a popular festival for local children and church groups,
Williams Baptist University in Walnut Ridge has announced a new package of scholarships for incoming students. The new scholarships are for freshmen and transfer students
Brady Massey, director or bands at Williams Baptist University, recently had a piece of band music published. The work is entitled “In A Better Place.”
Angela Flippo has returned to her alma mater, assuming duties as vice president for enrollment management at Williams Baptist University. Flippo served in the same
Dr. Stan Norman has been officially installed as the seventh president of Williams Baptist University. The inauguration ceremony was held Friday morning, Sept. 28, before
The inauguration of Dr. Stan Norman as president of Williams Baptist University will make for a busy week of activities on the WBU campus. Events
Christian comedian Dennis Swanberg and Branson bluegrass band Southern Raised entertained a full house of senior adults at the annual Golden Age Conference, held Thursday
Williams Baptist University students are encountering the Bill of Rights on their way to class this fall. The WBU Department of History set up the
The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University elected officers for the coming year, voted to hire a prominent student recruitment firm and welcomed a
The latest college survey from US News & World Report shows that Williams Baptist University ranks well among institutions in Arkansas. Of the 22 colleges
Dr. Stan Norman will be formally inaugurated as the seventh president of Williams Baptist University on Friday, Sept. 28. The inauguration ceremony will culminate a
Williams Baptist University’s chapter of Phi Beta Lambda business society traveled to Baltimore this summer for the National Leadership Conference, winning a host of awards
The campus police department at Williams Baptist University recently got a boost from Wal-Mart of Walnut Ridge. Kari Shanks, manager of the local store, presented
Williams Baptist University has made another move upward in the latest college rankings from US News & World Report. WBU climbed to number 27 among
A Walnut Ridge blood feud from over a century ago will be the topic of a lecture at Williams Baptist University Thursday, September 6, at
A $12,000 grant from the Bosch Community Fund will fund a pilot research program for Williams Baptist University science students. The Bosch Company, which operates
As Williams Baptist University celebrates its transition from college to university, the US Postal Service is planning a special stamp cancellation. Postal Service representatives will
The Williams Baptist University campus is coming to life as the fall semester draws near. Classes begin at WBU on August 21, but activity is
The main road into the Williams Baptist University campus has new shoulders and a new look, thanks to a cooperative effort by Lawrence County and
New signage at the entrance to Williams Baptist University makes it clear a transition has taken place. The Walnut Ridge institution has moved from college
Williams Baptist University is nearing the completion of its college to university transition and WBU’s email domain has been one of the most recent updates.
Williams Baptist University has honored Dr. RoseMary Weaver for her years of service and dedication to the institution. Weaver will retire at the end of
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
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,”
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
Williams Baptist University education students joined Integrity First Bank of Pocahontas to present the 21st annual Teach Children to Save Day at Alma Spikes Elementary
Williams Baptist University will hold its final commencement exercises under the title of “college” this Saturday, May 5. Last fall, WBU announced the name change
Williams Baptist University is set to graduate nearly 100 students on Saturday, May 5. Commencement will be held in the Southerland-Mabee Center and will begin
By: MaKenzie Free Williams Baptist University senior Erika Isbill has won the Arkansas Historical Association (AHA) 2018 Student Scholarship for the First Congressional District. The
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,
Dr. Robert D. Sluka is set to present Williams Baptist University’s latest Mondy-Carroll Lectureship on Tuesday, March 13. The lecture, entitled, “Hope for the Ocean:
Approximately 70 people were on hand for the Small Congregation & Bi-Vocational Ministers Conference at Williams Baptist University Saturday, Feb. 17. The annual conference is
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,
Williams Baptist University will host its annual Hunger Awareness Dinner on Monday, Feb. 19, in support of Heifer International. The dinner’s purpose is to
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
Charles & Jackie Snapp got to meet last week with the recipients of two Williams Baptist University scholarships they have established. The Walnut Ridge mayor
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
Williams Baptist University will host its first annual high school art exhibit from Feb. 12 – Feb. 21. The opening night reception is set for
Williams Baptist University has received a $215,000 gift from the estate of alumnus Norman Harty. Harty, who was from Dexter, Mo., passed away in August.
Williams Baptist University will host a free photography workshop on Monday, Feb. 5, at 6 p.m. Bill Jeffery, an admissions counselor at Williams with extensive
Williams Baptist University will reopen on standard schedule Wednesday, Jan. 17. The university was closed Tuesday due to wintry weather, but roads across northeast Arkansas
Williams Baptist University is open and operating on standard schedule Friday, Jan. 12. Wintry weather spared the area overnight, although students and staff are urged
Williams Baptist University employees who have reached milestones in their service to the institution were recognized recently. Service pins were presented to WBU faculty and
Williams Baptist University has received a $2,500 gift to its annual scholarship fund from Robert Bosch Tool Company. Steve Engelken, operations manager at the Walnut
Williams Baptist University in Walnut Ridge is getting its Internet addresses set for the move to Williams Baptist University. Williams is in the process of
Williams Baptist University has a director for its new band program. Brady Massey, director of bands at Pocahontas High School for the past two decades,
Baptist Collegiate Ministries from all over Arkansas gathered in Conway this year for the annual BCM Fall Retreat, and the music was led by the
The ribbon has been cut and Belle Hall, the newest residential facility at Williams Baptist University, was officially dedicated Friday, December 1. The ceremony was
Williams Baptist University students have been on mission this fall in Arkansas. In October, students served at the Acts 1:8 One Day Mission Trip in
A reception in honor of Dr. Tom and Gail Jones is slated for Thursday, November 16, at Williams Baptist University. The drop-in reception will run
The Jerry D. Gibbens Atrium was officially dedicated Saturday as a part of the Homecoming Celebration at Williams Baptist University. The atrium, located in the
Madelyn Hawley of Beebe, Ark., and Jay Branch of Fayetteville, Ark., were crowned the 2017 Homecoming queen and king Saturday at Williams Baptist University. The
Williams Baptist University is set to host its annual Homecoming on Saturday, November 4, when alumni and other friends of the college come to campus
Historian and author Dr. Calvin White, Jr., will present “Reconstruction, Reformation, and the Roots of the Church of God in Christ” at WBU on Thursday,
Harvest Fest will take place Wednesday, Oct. 25th, at Williams Baptist University. The annual event is a popular festival for local children and church groups,
Dr. Josh Richards, assistant professor of English at Williams Baptist University, has written an article for the book “Paul and Seneca in Dialogue.” The book,
Rodney Harris, assistant professor of History at WBU, was appointed by Governor Asa Hutchison to the State Review Committee for Historic Preservation. Harris was appointed
Over the summer, Dr. Josh Richards, assistant professor of English at Williams Baptist University, traveled to Aberdeen, Scotland, for the George MacDonald’s Scotland Conference. Richards
Clark General Contractors in Walnut Ridge has made two gifts, totaling $2,000, to Williams Baptist University. One of the gifts is to help fund WBU’s
Williams Baptist University alumnus Edward Harthorn has established a new scholarship to assist Williams students who plan to study abroad. A $5,000 gift from Harthorn,
Williams Baptist University will host the Arkansas Master’Singers for a free concert of worship on October 12 at WBU’s Manley Chapel. The doors open at
Williams Baptist University is making it possible for law enforcement professionals to complete a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice (CJ). Williams has been approved to
Students at Williams Baptist University can count on tuition staying the same next year, following action by the WBU Board of Trustees on Friday, Sept
Williams Baptist University has lost a dedicated alumnus, trustee and dear friend with the passing of Raymond Jackson. Ray, age 72 of Jacksonville, Ark., passed
A large increase in its freshman class led Williams Baptist University to a 7.7 percent jump in overall enrollment for the fall semester. Williams reported
Williams Baptist University exists to cultivate Christ-centered leaders who make a difference in their lifework.