Kacey Tomlinson of Calico Rock, Ark., is the newly crowned Miss Williams Baptist University. Tomlinson was awarded the title at the conclusion of the 2026

The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University gave its stamp of approval to the upcoming slate of graduates, and it approved the university’s budget

The Department of Music at Williams Baptist University will present a concert of patriotic music on Tuesday, April 7, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the

Those who crave fresh fruits and vegetables now have an opportunity to pick their own in Walnut Ridge. The Kevin Wilcutt Memorial Garden was dedicated

Students from Williams Baptist University participated in a once-in-a-lifetime educational experience at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah,

Williams Baptist University is launching a new program for students to earn a Certificate in Museum Studies. The 18-hour academic program is designed to prepare

Two higher education institutions in northeast Arkansas are joining forces to help prepare the region’s workforce. Black River Technical College and Williams Baptist University formally

Soprano Sarah Ashcroft VandenBrink will present a lecture and recital at Williams Baptist University on Tuesday, February 24th.  It will begin at 7:00 pm in

In celebration of Black History Month, Williams Baptist University will host blues artist Little Willie Farmer in concert on Friday, February 20. The show, which

The Williams Baptist University Lecture-Concert Series will feature a presentation by Dr. Norman Wirzba on Thursday, Feb. 5. Wirzba’s lecture will be entitled “From Nature

Williams Baptist University will be closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. All in-person classes are canceled, and university offices will be closed. Students should check

Due to hazardous winter weather conditions, Williams Baptist University will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. All in-person classes are canceled, and university offices

Due to hazardous winter weather conditions, Williams Baptist University will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. All in-person classes are canceled, and university offices

Williams Baptist University has promoted Dr. Charlotte Wheeless and Dr. Chris Hair into new leadership roles in academics. Wheeless is now serving as division chair

Williams Baptist University has announced the launch of a new bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness that students can complete in three years.  WBU’s new degree, which

The Williams Works program at WBU is the beneficiary of a gift from First National Bank of Commerce. Paula Haskins, head teller and assistant cashier

Williams Baptist University has received a $150,000 gift from Fresh Ideas. Officials with the food service provider presented the check Tuesday, Jan. 13, with the

Williams Baptist University has announced the students named to its President’s and Dean’s Lists for the Fall 2025 semester. The President’s List recognizes full-time students

Williams Baptist University has recognized several employees who have reached milestones of service at the university. Service pins were presented during WBU’s Employee Service Award

The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University welcomed several new members at its regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, Dec. 9. The board also granted tenure

First National Bank of Commerce has made a gift in support of the Williams Works program at Williams Baptist University. Holly Cain, vice president and

The Christian rock/metal band Disciple will perform at Williams Baptist University on Sunday, Nov. 9.  The show starts at 7:00 p.m. in WBU’s Southerland-Mabee Center,

The Williams Baptist University Theatre Department opens its 2025-26 season in November with the comedic mystery, Moriarty.  The production will be staged Thursday through Friday,

The Board of Trustees at Williams Baptist University elected new officers for the upcoming year at its regularly scheduled board meeting Tuesday, Sept. 23. Trustees

Two Williams Baptist University faculty members have been formally installed into professorships honoring former WBU President Dr. Thomas O. Jones. Dr. Robert Foster and Dr.

WBU alumna Dr. Ruth Provost named VP for Academic Affairs, bringing over 20 years of faculty leadership to the university’s academic mission.

The Williams Works program at Williams Baptist University has received a financial boost from First National Bank of Commerce. Amy Fitzgerald, CFO at First National,

A new scholarship at Williams Baptist University will benefit students in the field of agriculture business. The Turner Family Scholarship has been established in memory

Williams Baptist University is launching a new scholarship, thanks to the generosity of a Hot Springs Village couple.  The $10,000 gift from Richard and Deborah

New faces will grace the classrooms of Williams Baptist University this fall, with new faculty members assuming positions in agricultural business, teacher education and sports

Williams Baptist University has announced the students on its President’s and Dean’s Lists for the spring 2025 semester. The President’s List includes those full-time students

Williams Baptist University awarded degrees to 120 graduates during its 2025 commencement exercises.  The graduates represented 23 Arkansas counties, 10 states and seven nations. Commencement

Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University will expand its produce operation, thanks to a gift from Tekla Research and families involved with the company. The

Join us in congratulating Dr. Ruth Provost, winner of this year’s Students’ Choice Award! This is an annual faculty award that is decided solely by

Drew Meyer’s path to the classroom and the ballfield didn’t follow a straight line—it wound through the dugouts of Williams Baptist University, across military service,

An anonymous gift has endowed a professorship in honor of a former Williams Baptist University president. The $250,000 gift establishes the Thomas O. Jones Professorship

Dr. Trent Broussard lived out a singer’s dream this month when he performed at the famed Carnegie Hall in New York City. Broussard, director of

Trustees at Williams Baptist University have approved a new strategic plan for the institution and adopted WBU’s 2025-26 budget. The Board of Trustees, meeting in

Williams Baptist University’s choral and instrumental ensembles will be in concert April 21 at the university. The Williams Singers, WBU Band and University Jazz Band

First National Bank of Commerce has made a gift in support of the Williams Works program at Williams Baptist University. The $7,500 gift was presented

Five psychology majors from Williams Baptist University attended the annual meeting of the Southwestern Psychological Association, including three students who made presentations. The SWPA meeting

The Williams Baptist University theatre program will finish its 2024-25 season with a production of Doris Baizley’s play, Mrs. California. The comedy is slated for

An accomplished trumpet player from the U.S. Army Band will perform along with the Williams Baptist University Band on Tuesday, April 8. SFC Marty Bishop,

A junior from Bangalore, India, is the new Miss Williams Baptist University. Kerrigan Kinsey was crowned at the conclusion of the Miss WBU pageant Thursday

The Felix Goodson Library at Williams Baptist University has scheduled its annual Used Book Sale. The sale will take place April 1-13 in the library,

Marine biologist Dr. Robert Sluka will speak at Williams Baptist University on Monday, March 10. His presentation, which is part of the university’s Lecture-Concert Series,

A performance by Kiri McMann will open the Lecture & Concert Series for the spring semester at Williams Baptist University. McMann’s piano and oboe recital

Williams Baptist University is expanding its academic offerings to include a degree in agriculture. The university says its new degree, the Bachelor of Science in

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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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.

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,

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

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,

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

(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 Williams Baptist University soccer programs received a generous donation from WBU soccer alumnus Lucas Custodio on Monday afternoon. The donation included soccer balls, new

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.,

WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. (5/23/24) – Williams Baptist University has announced a generous donation of $7,500 from the First National Bank of Lawrence County, dedicated to

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

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

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.

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

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 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 has announced a generous donation of $7,500 from the First National Bank of Lawrence County, dedicated to fortifying the Williams Works program.

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

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

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 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 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 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

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,

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 Hosts High School Art Show By: Maggie Morgan   Williams Baptist University opened its third annual high school art show on March 2 in

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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 is set to graduate nearly 100 students on Saturday, May 5.  Commencement will be held in the Southerland-Mabee Center and will begin

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,

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 is open and will operate on standard schedule Wednesday, Feb. 7. Icy conditions overnight have not adversely affected most roadways. However, motorists