ST. CHARLES (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University celebrated its 54th Commencement on May 5, 2026, at the Family Arena in St. Charles, Mo., conferring degrees to 609 graduates across undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. St. Louis media personality and former Special Lecturer for Broadcast Media Tim Ezell delivered the commencement address, offering encouragement to graduates as they step into their next chapters. His remarks emphasized resilience, faith and choosing to live a … [Read more...]
MBU welcomes largest freshman class in school’s history
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University is celebrating record-breaking enrollment this fall, welcoming the largest freshman class in its history. The milestone marks a nearly 10 percent increase over the University’s previous freshman class high set in 2022. The University also reports significant enrollment increases in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) and the Online Bachelor of Science in Education, as well as the expansion of partnerships with Christian high … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist University celebrates 53rd commencement
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – More than 700 degrees were conferred to the class of 2025 at Missouri Baptist University’s 53rd commencement ceremony on May 6 at the Family Arena in St. Charles, Missouri. The degrees conferred included 363 undergraduate degrees, 243 graduate degrees and 20 doctoral degrees, including degrees that will be completed in summer 2025. As the University honored its newest graduates, MBU also celebrated its sixtieth anniversary of preparing students to shine on after … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist University breaks ground for Pillsbury Wainwright Academic & Welcome Center
ST. LOUIS—Missouri Baptist University held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new academic building and welcome center on April 23, 2025. The University announced the new facility will be named the Pillsbury Wainwright Academic and Welcome Center after the generous support of Mary Pillsbury-Wainwright, president of the Mary Pillsbury Fine Jewelry Company, and her husband, Don Wainwright. The 22,000 square-foot facility will house the Mary Pillsbury School of Nursing and the Robert W. … [Read more...]
CCCU President David Hoag to deliver MBU commencement address
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University is pleased to announce that Dr. David Hoag, president of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU), will serve as the keynote speaker for the University’s 53rd commencement ceremony. The event will take place Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Family Arena in St. Charles, Mo. Dr. Hoag, a longtime advocate for Christ-centered higher education, became president of the CCCU in 2023 following nearly a decade of service as … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist University Board of Trustees approves budget, faculty promotions and appointments
The Missouri Baptist University Board of Trustees convened on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, for its regular session on the University’s main campus, approving the 2025-2026 budget as well as several faculty appointments and promotions. The 2025-2026 budget will fund additional faculty for MBU’s new Master of Public Health program, which launches fall 2025. Other strategic advances funded in the budget include enhanced classroom technology. As part of its commitment to academic excellence, the … [Read more...]
MBU raised $2.1 million to secure Mabee Foundation Challenge Grant
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University has raised more than $2 million in designated giving over the past 12 months, securing a $1.6 million challenge grant from the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation. The University received $2.1 million in donations between Jan. 9, 2024, and Jan. 8, 2025, exceeding the amount needed to receive the Mabee Foundation challenge grant, which was contingent on the University meeting the $2 million threshold. All funds will support the construction of a … [Read more...]
New Master of Public Health program to launch at MBU in Fall 2025
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University is launching a master of public health program, set to roll out Fall 2025. The fully online program will prepare students for careers in the public health profession, including the fields of global health, environmental health, epidemiology, biostatistics and community health. A master of public health degree provides students with the skills to track the spread of disease and health risks, identify health disparities, promote health access and … [Read more...]
New Master of Science in Applied Exercise Physiology and Human Performance launches at Missouri Baptist University
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University (MBU) is establishing a master of science in applied exercise physiology and human performance, set to begin Fall 2025. The program, designated as a STEM related degree by the Department of Education, will prepare students for a professional career in the strength and conditioning industry. Students will have opportunities to work hands-on with collegiate athletes, developing high-level skills in research application, strength training, … [Read more...]
MBU, Missouri Baptist Foundation award John Mason Peck Institute Fellow Scholarship to Michael T. Byrd Sr.
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – The John Mason Peck Institute at Missouri Baptist University has awarded its first Fellow Scholarship to Michael T. Byrd Sr. in conjunction with the Missouri Baptist Foundation. The award was presented by Dr. Keith Ross, president of MBU; Dr. Neil Franks, president and treasurer of the Missouri Baptist Foundation; and Dr. Aaron Lumpkin, associate vice president for Spiritual Formation and assistant professor of Theology. The John Mason Peck Institute at MBU exists … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist University, JOY FM and BOOST 95.5 offer “Full-Tuition Excellence in Service” scholarship
ST. LOUIS – Missouri Baptist University has partnered with JOY FM and BOOST 95.5 to offer the Excellence in Service Scholarship. This scholarship is a full tuition, 4-year award to inspire and empower the next generation of Christian leaders. High school students in the St. Louis area can submit a video sharing how God has used them to serve their community—including their testimony and what servant leadership means to them. A panel of judges will review the submissions and select the top … [Read more...]
MBU welcomes largest number of new students on main campus
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – With the beginning of the fall 2024 semester this week, Missouri Baptist University welcomed the largest number of new students in its 60-year history. With a 15% increase in freshmen and transfer students from last year, campus housing is at maximum capacity with a waitlist. “These strong enrollment numbers reflect a growing desire among prospective students and their families for a transformational and hope-filled collegiate experience,” said Dr. Keith Ross, MBU … [Read more...]
