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...]
MBU Establishes John Mason Peck Institute to Equip Next Generation of Christian Leaders
ST. LOUIS – The John Mason Peck Institute at Missouri Baptist University will launch this fall to equip the next generation of Christian leaders to serve the body of Christ. The Peck Institute will bring together students and churches for gospel-centered ministry in St. Louis and beyond. The John Mason Peck Institute will provide scholarship programs for students in an eligible Christian Ministry degree program. Students can receive financial support as Peck Scholars or as Peck … [Read more...]
MBU trustees approve 2024-25 budget, curricular proposals, faculty promotions
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – The Missouri Baptist University Board of Trustees approved the 2024-25 budget at its regularly scheduled meeting, Feb. 22, paving the way for initiatives aimed at expanding academic programming, upgrading technology and supporting faculty and staff. Key allocations include funding an additional faculty position to expand the popular Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program, as well as $750,000 earmarked for technology advancements and capital … [Read more...]
MBU partners with 3 new Chick-fil-A restaurants to offer tuition-free bachelor’s degrees to employees
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Welcoming three new Chick-fil-A restaurants in Ellisville, Edwardsville and Creve Coeur, MBU continues to expand its mutually beneficial partnership with St. Louis area Chick-fil-A restaurants. The partnership, which began in the fall of 2022, offers tuition-free bachelor’s degrees to Chick-fil-A team members. “At Chick-fil-A Creve Coeur, we are all about finding ways to add value to people,” said Devin Bruce, owner/operator of the new Chick-fil-A in Creve Coeur. “Our … [Read more...]
Mabee Foundation awards $1.6 million challenge grant to MBU
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – The J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation has awarded a $1.6 million challenge grant to Missouri Baptist University (MBU). MBU President Keith Ross announced the grant approval Jan. 23, 2024. The funds are designated for the construction of a new academic building and welcome center, which is the centerpiece of the “Together We Shine” capital and endowment fundraising campaign. The award is contingent upon the University raising an additional $2 million for the campaign … [Read more...]
MBU School of Nursing featured in news broadcast
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program is one key to overcoming the state’s nursing crisis according to a KSDK I-Team report that aired during the station’s evening news broadcast, July 31. MBU’s School of Nursing was featured in the story by the St. Louis-area news channel. I-Team Investigative Reporter Paula Vasan interviewed MBU ABSN students as well as Dr. Amber Pyatt, dean of MBU’s College of Science & Health, … [Read more...]
MBU named top workplace for 11th consecutive year
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University has been named a 2023 Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for the 11th consecutive year. MBU remains the only higher education institution in the St. Louis area to receive this award for so many years. “We are delighted to once again be named a top workplace in the region,” said University President Dr. Keith Ross. “This significant recognition affirms MBU’s steadfast commitment to cultivate a culture that supports and promotes a … [Read more...]
MBU’s Master of Social Work program fully accredited by Council on Social Work Education
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University’s online Master of Social Work program (MSW) has received full accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The accreditation by the nation’s sole accrediting body for social work programs is retroactive to the program’s launch in 2020 and is granted through Feb. 2031. From its inception, the MSW program was designed to meet the national standards set by CSWE. All MSW students in the U.S. must graduate from a … [Read more...]
MBU to reduce tuition for Master of Science in Criminal Justice by 37 percent
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University will offer a significantly reduced tuition for its fully online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program beginning next fall. The tuition rate for the program will be $455 per credit hour, which is approximately a 37% decrease from the current tuition of $718 per credit hour. The decision to reduce tuition is in response to the growing need for criminal justice professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), local … [Read more...]
MBU School of Nursing posts highest NCLEX-RN pass rate in St. Louis region
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University’s (MBU) School of Nursing led all nursing programs in the St. Louis region with a 95% pass rate for the 2022 National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The NCLEX is the exam all nursing students must pass to be licensed as a registered nurse in the United States and Canada. “I am incredibly proud of our 2022 graduates and the 95% NCLEX-RN pass rate,” said Dr. Amber Pyatt, dean of the School of Nursing and … [Read more...]