BOLIVAR (SBU) – To better prepare students aspiring to work within the data science field, Southwest Baptist University is excited to announce that its Bachelor of Science in Data Science degree has become the Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Degree. “This program focuses on real-world skills that are highly relevant today, empowering students to solve industry challenges with AI and data-driven solutions. Through internships and real-life case studies, … [Read more...]
HLGU legal settlement secures right of Christians to establish schools that reflect faith
HANNIBAL (HLGU) – Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) announced, Feb. 6, the resolution of its federal lawsuit against the Department of Education. This landmark settlement protects the constitutional right of Baptists to establish and maintain schools that reflect their faith, doctrine and values, without being forced to abandon their commitments to provide affordable education. Under a prior administration, federal regulators applied a rule designed for for-profit colleges to Christian … [Read more...]
First-Person: Senior deer hunts led by BHHM have ‘remarkable impact’
EDITOR’S NOTE: Ron Mackey serves as vice president of community engagement for Baptist Homes & Heathcare Ministries. JEFFERSON CITY – Several years ago, our president, Rodney Harrison (president of the Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries) came to me with a very unique idea—take our elderly residents deer hunting. I must admit my first impressions ranged from concern for the liability of our resident’s safety, to concerns over whether or not our insurance would cover such an … [Read more...]
Beyond barriers: Harvest Hill Baptist Church builds belonging through disability ministry
STRAFFORD (MBF) – Like many ministries, it began with prayer. Not a program or a plan, but a fervent petition for local families to find a church home. The burden that members at Harvest Hill Baptist Church felt soon became an opportunity when they welcomed one family with significant disabilities. The church embraced this family and cultivated a relationship that enabled them not only to attend, but to serve. More than three years later, that single step of obedience has grown into a … [Read more...]
Baptist Homes president announces plans for retirement in fall of 2026
JEFFERSON CITY – Rodney Harrison, president of the Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries, has announced his plan to retire next fall, after having served with the ministry since the December of 2019. “Today, I am formally announcing my retirement plans to the board, which will be effective in the fall of 2026,” Harrison told BHHM board members during their latest meeting, Dec. 5. “It is with heartfelt gratitude I wish to express my deepest thanks for the unwavering support, prayers, … [Read more...]
‘Keep fighting’: John O’Leary brings message of hope to HLGU Booster Night
HANNIBAL (HLGU) – For John O’Leary to be alive today took the encouragement and determination of many people—support he highlighted with humor and gratitude at Hannibal-LaGrange University’s annual Booster Night, Nov. 8. On January 17, 1987, at age nine, he saw kids he looked up to playing with gasoline and fire. "I thought ‘If they can do it, so can I,’” he told his audience at HLGU. Grabbing a match and a gas can, the young John O’Leary soon discovered he couldn’t have been more … [Read more...]
MBC messengers adopt report on office of pastor, urge churches to fight for life in 2026
BRANSON, Mo. – During their 191st annual meeting, Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) messengers celebrated their Great Commission partnership and were challenged to reach and baptize 8,000 new believers across the state in 2026. They also urged churches to continue fighting for the life of the unborn, and they adopted a task force report regarding “office of the pastor, specifically as it relates to a woman’s role in ministry.” Coming from 478 churches, 1,365 Missouri Baptist messengers … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist Foundation introduces investment, ministry support tools
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Baptist Foundation (MBF) has announced the launch of several new financial programs designed to meet the growing needs of Missouri Baptist churches, ministries and individual investors. These new tools include Enhanced Cash and Term Investments, which invest in a new Church Loan Program, and Capital Stewardship Campaigns, each developed to strengthen churches and expand Gospel impact across the state. "These are resources faithful Missouri Baptist churches … [Read more...]
SBU welcomes more than 1,000 new students this fall
Southwest Baptist University’s enrollment momentum has continued with the Fall 2025 semester. For the second consecutive year, SBU has an increase in total fall enrollment, thanks in part to the fourth straight year of growth in the incoming freshman class on the Bolivar campus. The university also saw gains in its Springfield-based Mercy College of Health Professions programs, as well as an increase in the incoming class for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. In total, SBU … [Read more...]
HLGU announces 2025 Booster Night speaker: John O’Leary
HANNIBAL, Mo. (HLGU) – Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is thrilled to announce that nationally renowned inspirational speaker, bestselling author, and soon-to-be feature film subject John O’Leary will headline the 2025 Booster Night on Saturday, November 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the Roland Fine Arts Center. Booster Night 2025 is presented by HNB Bank. General admission tickets sell for $40 and will go on sale Monday, September 8, 2025. In addition, a limited number of Executive Tickets will … [Read more...]
Woodyard to lead SBU’s Center for Worldview and Culture
As part of its ongoing efforts to equip students to be Christ-centered servant leaders in a global society, Southwest Baptist University is relaunching its Center for Worldview and Culture under new leadership. Dr. Jonathon Woodyard, who serves as SBU’s Vice President for Student Life, has taken over as director of the Center for Worldview beginning with the Fall 2025 semester. Dr. Woodyard has been part of SBU’s leadership team since 2023 and has previously served as a pastor, church … [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...]
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