Faithful Wesleyan pastor and missionary to Colombia passes away
A former missionary to Colombia, Rev. Earl had a deep heart for others to know Jesus. Up to his death, he operated a website that housed Bible studies in both English and Spanish.
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Two time Olympic gold medalist trains at Houghton College
Jenn Suhr won gold medals at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing and in 2012 in London. Currently, she uses the Houghton facility twice a week as she trains for the 2016 Olympics.
Walters to retire after 20 years of teaching
After 20 years of teaching and faculty leadership at Houghton College, well-respected professor Michael Walters will retire this year.
Wesleyans in the news
A beloved Wesleyan pastor passes away in a car accident, Houghton College recognized for economic impact and safety, Southern Wesleyan singers perform, and retired couple serves in Haiti.
Houghton student helps pass $10 million spending bill in Washington
Houghton College student Moeun Sun helped lobby for a $10 million spending bill to pass in the U.S. House of Representatives. The money will help fight hunger.
Houghton College student helps write $1 million in received grant proposals
A Houghton College senior recently participated in writing two grant proposals that generated $1 million dollars.
Wesleyans in the news
A Wesleyan church gets national recognition for providing legal help to immigrants, one Wesleyan higher education institution is recognized because of low debt burden, and other news.
Wesleyans in the news
A Wesleyan church is featured in area magazine, layperson marks 63 years of service, a university is suing the federal government, another higher institution hosts national championships, and more.
Houghton’s VP of academic affairs appointed to the National Board of the Lilly Fellows Program
Dr. Linda Mills Woolsey of Houghton College has been elected to a four-year term on the National Board of the Lilly Fellows Program (LFP) in Humanities and the Arts.
National Christian Honor Band selected to play Kennedy Center
The National Christian Honor Band (NCHB) has been selected to participate in the 2015 National Sousa Band Festival as one of only four bands to perform.
Wesleyans in the news
RVER group improving Houghton, N.Y., a Minnesota nurse travels to Ebola-ravaged Sierra Leone, Indiana college students pay hefty tip to delivery man, and more.
Game changer: Houghton College opens $23 million Kerr-Pegula Athletic Complex and Field House
Kerr-Pegula Field House is dedicated at Houghton College, and a state politician called the facility a “game changer.” H
10 ways to keep the pastor you love
“Being a pastor was SO much easier than what I’m doing now,” said NO former pastor ever. Note: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Here are ten tips on how to keep your beloved pastor from leaving.
Construction of $23 million Kerr-Pegula Athletic Complex completed
Houghton College’s Kerr-Pegula Athletic Complex will be dedicated on October 4. The $23-million complex will allow Houghton athletics to excel at the next level.
Wesleyans in the news
A Wesleyan pastor requests prayer for his twins, both injured in a jet ski accident, and a Minnesota church feeds 500 families a week.
Wesleyans in the news
App developer for The Wesleyan Church granted $1 million, Houghton student addresses the United Nations, Liberian Wesleyans open Ebola education center, and Virginia quiz team ranks high at nationals.
Higher education: when relevance is not enough
An education that prepares students only with skills necessary to get their first jobs will have failed to prepare them for a lifetime of learning. Houghton College President Shirley Mullen weighs in.
Oklahoma Wesleyan is first among Wesleyan colleges in top-10 men’s soccer rankings
In the preseason, all four of the U.S. Wesleyan colleges made top-10 in NCCAA division I, including the first three slots, in men’s soccer. Women’s sports in our schools are also making an impression.
Houghton ranked in top 50 Christian colleges in U.S.
Houghton College has been ranked number 38 among the best Christian universities and colleges in the United States by Christian Universities Online.
National Christian Honor Band selected to perform at Kennedy Center
The National Christian Honor Band (NCHB), sponsored in part by Houghton College, has recently been accepted as one of only four bands to perform at the Kennedy Center.
Houghton College receives high ranking from Fiske’s Guide
Houghton College received the highest ranking for quality of life from The Fiske Guide to Colleges for 2015. Houghton received praise in several other categories as well.
Dr. Lastoria honored for outstanding contributions
Veteran Houghton College professor and director of counseling services, Dr. Michael Lastoria, was recently honored with the Don L. Boender Award.
“All I know is how to be a chaplain”
A commissioned chaplain reflects on his service in both the military and at two Wesleyan colleges and universities, saying “All I know is how to be a chaplain.”
Swimming program making a splash in local community
Houghton College’s Adpative Swimming program benefits adults and children alike within the local community.
