BOLIVAR (SBU) – Southwest Baptist University (SBU) announces a new Master of Education/Literacy degree aimed at helping children's academic success. "We are excited to provide educators with the opportunity to improve their instructional literacy skills. Literacy is foundational in any student's learning process, and this degree will provide teachers with the opportunity to grow as a professional and apply for special reading certification in the state of Missouri if they choose,” said … [Read more...]
Jennifer Rothschild awarded honorary doctorate from Southwest Baptist University
BOLIVAR (SBU) – Jennifer Rothschild, author, speaker, and podcast host, has been awarded an honorary doctor of Christian Ministry degree by Southwest Baptist University, an honor presented to her at the 2022 SBU Winter Commencement by President Rick Melson. “One of the highest honors of an academic institution is the awarding of an honorary doctoral degree. At SBU we are deliberate and judicious in the awarding of honorary degrees. A candidate is considered for an honorary degree based … [Read more...]
SBU receives $1.1 million gift to help establish The Blair Endowed Center for Training and Pastoral Health
BOLIVAR, Mo. (SBU) – Southwest Baptist University is excited to announce that it has received a $1.1 million endowed estate, with a portion of the gift set to establish The Blair Endowed Center for Training and Pastoral Health. The center will be utilized to support and encourage pastors and other leaders in ministry to navigate the stressors and demands that accompany leadership and ministry. “The university looks forward with great enthusiasm and anticipation to the impact this … [Read more...]
SBU selects new food service contractor beginning June 1
BOLIVAR (SBU) — Provider Food Contract Service will give students at Southwest Baptist University a fresh culinary experience as the University’s food service contractor beginning June 1. “Provider will be a key partner with SBU as we transform the entire campus experience for our students,” said Dr. Rick Melson, SBU president and professor of leadership. “The company has a proven record of providing student-first campus dining experiences and is a great missional fit for our University. … [Read more...]
SBU student earns top scientific presentation award
BOLIVAR (SBU) – Twelve Southwest Baptist University biology students recently presented research at the Sigma Zeta National Convention, with Sarah Schwemmer bringing home the Top Scientific Presentation Award for 2022 – the second-straight year an SBU student has been awarded the top prize. Sigma Zeta is a national science and mathematics honor society. The society funded 20 research projects for 2021-22 nationwide through a competitive process, with six of the projects awarded to SBU … [Read more...]
SBU announces residence hall community space renovations
BOLIVAR (SBU) — Southwest Baptist University announces residence hall community space renovations beginning with Landen and Leslie halls this summer. “During my first few months at SBU, our leadership team has been developing both short-term and long-term plans for adding value to the SBU campus experiences,” said Dr. Rick Melson, SBU president and professor of leadership. “These immediate improvements will make the community spaces more welcoming and make an immediate impact on the … [Read more...]