Get to Know Dr. Craig Williford

Warner University is pleased to announce that Dr. Craig Williford has been appointed as the interim president while the Board of Trustees conducts a nationwide search for the university’s fourth president. Dr. Williford brings over 50 years of distinguished experience in both ministry and academic leadership. He has served as CEO and President of Multnomah … Read Post

A Journey of Faith and Perseverance: Bailey Lightsey’s Path to Becoming Polk County Cattlemen’s Sweetheart

Bailey Lightsey with her runner up sash at Cattlemen's Convention.

Bailey Lightsey, a Warner University student majoring in agriculture with a minor in business, is a testament to the power of faith, perseverance, and the desire to make one’s family proud. Her journey to earning the title Polk County Cattlemen’s Sweetheart is nothing short of inspiring. Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone Bailey decided to … Read Post

Reverend Dr. G. Craig Williford has been selected as the Warner University Interim President

Reverend Dr. G Craig Williford and his wife Carolyn

The Board of Trustees is proud to announce Reverend Dr. G. Craig Williford has accepted the Board’s request to serve as interim president of Warner University effective August 1. Reverend Dr. Williford will ensure the university’s forward momentum in implementing Warner’s mission. He will serve in this role until a national search is concluded to … Read Post

Dr. David A. Hoag Concludes Successful Tenure as Warner University’s Third President

Dr. David A. Hoag walks with wife Joanna Hoag

The Warner University Board of Trustees announced today that Dr. David A. Hoag has been called to lead Christian higher education on a national scale effective September 1, 2024. Dr. Hoag has been selected as the new President of Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) in Washington D.C., serving more than 185 schools. President … Read Post