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...]
MBU trustees approve new academic programs, faculty, fundraising campaign
ST. LOUIS – The Missouri Baptist University Board of Trustees approved seven new academic offerings, several faculty appointments and the launch of a $12 million fundraising campaign at its regularly scheduled meeting, Oct. 20. The Board approved graduate certificates in Biology Education, Chemistry Education, Church Revitalization, Mathematics Education, Strategic Leadership. In addition, the Board approved a graduate Trauma Informed Educator Certificate in an effort to help educators … [Read more...]
MBU begins fall semester with largest-ever freshman class
ST. LOUIS (MBU) – Missouri Baptist University (MBU) has enrolled the largest freshman class in its history, welcoming 300 freshmen students at the University’s matriculation ceremony, Aug. 20. The enrollment increase in freshmen marks a 32 percent gain over last fall’s figure. “Enrollment is not just a number. This increase means that more students than ever before want to be a part of MBU’s strong Christian mission and life-changing, career-advancing academic programs,” said MBU … [Read more...]
Hessel returns to MBU as VP for student affairs, dean of students
ST. LOUIS – The Missouri Baptist University Board of Trustees has appointed Jon Hessel, ’03, as vice-president for student development and dean of students. The move marks a return to MBU for Hessel, who previously served in a variety of staff roles, including director of admissions and director of residence life. In his new capacity, Hessel will also serve on the President’s Cabinet and President’s Administrative Council. He will begin his duties August 10, 2022. “Mr. Hessel will … [Read more...]
MBU appoints associate vice president for spiritual formation
SAINT LOUIS (MBU) – Aaron Lumpkin has been tapped to serve as Missouri Baptist University’s first Associate Vice President for Spiritual Formation. “I’m hopeful to see this position cast vision for a vibrant student experience that is driven by the Great Commandment and focused on the Great Commission,” Lumpkin said. “I hope that through my work at MBU, I’ll be able to point people to Christ so that they might know His steadfast love, abounding mercy and magnificent … [Read more...]