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Wesleyans in the news: April 30
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Kingswood University signs agreement with Nazarenes
“Agreements like this allow us to serve the larger evangelical church, as well as continuing to serve The Wesleyan Church.”
Houghton College partners with IWU in nursing agreement
Students complete the dual degrees by spending three years at Houghton College and one year (14 months) at Indiana Wesleyan University.
Houghton College announces fully-online AAS in Christian Ministries
While Houghton has offered the AAS degree for a number of years, this is the first time it has become available in a fully online format.
Dunn inaugurated as OKWU president
“OKWU’s message must be counter-cultural, not anti-cultural, so that we might win some for the cause of the Good News: that Jesus saves.”
Wesley Seminary agreement assures smooth transition for SWU religion majors
Southern Wesleyan University and Wesley Seminary signed an agreement that offers graduate-level courses offered at Wesley Seminary to SWU undergraduate students.
SWU launches first doctorate program
Like all programs at SWU, the online Ed.D. program is intentionally evangelical in addition to upholding a high academic standard.
SWU adds Co-Vo program
“SWU is excited to link arms with the church to prepare dynamic co-vocational pastors and marketplace Christian leaders for Kingdom work. CoVo helps us accomplish this.”
Kingswood’s new Extended Program creates opportunity for church effectiveness
Since its launch in May 2018, Kingswood Extended has filled more than 400 classroom seats digitally.
IWU pilots Visiting Scholars Program with teachers from China
The Visiting Scholars Program is a recent collaboration between IWU and Beijing International Education Exchange (BIEE).
SWU commits to no tuition increase for 2019-2020
“SWU must hold the line on current tuition levels to combat rising costs and put students first.”
OKWU’s Piper to retire in 2020
Dr. Everett Piper has announced his upcoming retirement as president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University.
Southern Wesleyan: a “central” heritage in The Wesleyan Church
The Wesleyan Methodist Bible Institute was founded in 1906 with only three instructors. Now, Southern Wesleyan University is impacting students across the globe.
Babby receives OKWU President’s Award
Oklahoma Wesleyan University honored Steve Babby for his service on its board.
Well-known author to speak in Marion, Indiana
Richard Foster, author of “Celebration of Discipleship,” and his son, Nathan, are stopping by Marion as part of the Celebration of Discipline 40th Anniversary Tour.
IWU makes history with first-ever football game
The Indiana Wesleyan University Wildcats packed out its football stadium in the program’s inaugural game.
Fiske Guide names Houghton a top 10 private college
Ten public schools and 10 private institutions comprise the list, including institutions such as Purdue University, Texas A&M University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Vanderbilt University and more.
Drury named SWU’s VP for advancement
Drury has experience in all aspects of fund development, including planned and major gifts, campaign planning, donor relations and building support within churches and faith-based networks.
Students spend summers communicating Christ
Read stories of how students at Wesleyan colleges and universities are a transforming presence.
Overcoming obstacles: Wesleyan graduate testimonies
Some graduates overcome great obstacles to obtain a degree from a Wesleyan college or university. Here are just six of those stories.
SWU School of Business renamed Benson School of Business
SWU Board of Trustees member, Pete Benson, is enthusiastic about teaming with Southern Wesleyan to grow the School of Business.
Kingswood University launches Kingswood Extended
Kingswood Extended is an initiative that allows for the delivery of ministry education at any level through any available means of delivery, to any person, church or group of churches anywhere.
A holy moment at Wesley Seminary presidential installation
The prayer of consecration held special meaning for Colleen Derr, who was installed as the first president of Wesley Seminary.
