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Apples of Gold Women’s Scholarship Fund Helping hardworking students at Warner University earn their college degree. This year’s event will be held Thursday, Nov. 14th from 6pm-9pm. For more details, please email craig.clevenger@warner.edu. Thank you to our current sponsors: Peterson & Myers, P.A. University Housing Solutions Advent Health Citizens Bank & Trust SpringerVoss Construction Mahalak … Read Post
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] What an impactful and Jesus-filled chapel was held at Warner on April 12, 2023 when six students committed their lives to Christ through baptism. Watch the baptism portion of that chapel below! [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column] [/et_pb_row] [/et_pb_section]
Rain or shine – come here to watch the construction of Warner University’s new athletic turf field LIVE! Follow along as we bring the excitement of football, flag football, lacrosse, soccer and track & field to Warner’s campus along Highway 27 in Lake Wales! To get involved, reach out to President david.hoag@warner.edu or call … Read Post
Warner University is happy to announce receipt of a scholarship grant available for low-income students from Polk County. This project was funded in part by an Impact Polk grant from the George W. Jenkins Fund within the GiveWell Community Foundation. The scholarship committee at Warner University has made the determination of which 20 students will … Read Post
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The first Warner Cares Day in three years took place April 6, 2022 – and WU faculty, staff and students were ready to be back serving the community! Watch the 2022 video here:
Graduation is just around the corner. All your hard work has finally paid off, and now you’re ready to enter the professional world. With graduation comes new freedoms, but also new challenges and responsibilities. For a new or recent graduate, this can be a lot all at once. But, whether you’re a senior going … Read Post
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Florida Farm Bureau Continues Tradition of Supporting Ag Education at Warner University The Florida Farm Bureau’s state board of directors approved a $24,500 scholarship a year (for two years) to provide a student the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Studies at Warner University. This scholarship will help … Read Post
Read Central Florida Development Council’s article highlighting Warner University’s progress here.
By Dr. Gentry Sutton In Luke 24:45–47, we read about the risen Jesus succinctly communicating to the disciples the message of the gospel before his ascension to be with the Father: “Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. He told them, ‘This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and … Read Post
Warner University’s 2021 Apples of Gold Women’s Scholarship Fundraiser At Warner University, we use the four years that these students attend our school to walk alongside them, mentor them and show them who Christ really is. Will you come alongside us during this journey? Not all the young women (and men) who come to Warner … Read Post
Warner University Physical Education K-12 major, Saray Perez, was honored with the Katherine W. Montgomery Scholarship Award at the Society of Health & Physical Educators (SHAPE) Florida Convention on October 23rd in Kissimmee, Florida. This prestigious award was established to recognize students who demonstrate leadership and dedication to their studies in the areas of physical … Read Post
Publix Super Markets Charities has been in existence since 1967, one year before Warner was founded. The foundation was established by George Jenkins, the founder of Publix, to support and improve life in the Publix communities. Publix Super Markets are highly visible in communities throughout Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. … Read Post
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For more information please reach out to Faculty Representative Verna.Omanwa@warner.edu. If you would like to help sponsor, choose International Student Club in the dropdown and give online here.
Have you seen the latest promo video? Listen as WU Ag student Evie Bodiford shares why Warner is her college of choice!
Lake Wales, Fla. — Warner University President David A. Hoag has recently been named to the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) board. After being approached by CCCU President Shirley V. Hoogstra to prayerfully consider having his name put forth as a candidate, President Hoag agreed, and was then voted in as a new board member, effective March 2021 … Read Post
Click HERE to print. For more information about Warner’s Clay Target Team, or the campaign for Warner’s Five-Stand Facility, please reach out to Coach Doug Elmore at doug.elmore@warner.edu. To donate, please click HERE. Thank you to all who support Warner University’s Clay Target team through the annual “PULL for Warner!”
Take just one online class at a time — while continuing your education at a place that changed your life! We make it easy on you! Just follow these three steps: Submit this quick, free online application! Submit all requirements: Cumulative bachelor’s GPA of 2.68 or higher (or in the last 60 credit hours) and … Read Post
Warner University’s 2020 Apples of Gold Women’s Scholarship Fundraiser Speaker Gigi Hernandez A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. – Proverbs 25:11. At Warner University, we try to use the four years that these students attend our school to walk alongside them, mentor them and show them who … Read Post
Warner’s 2020 Suzanne Crews Ag Mission Trip Heart to Honduras
Check out the Summer 2020 edition of The Royal magazine: Or email us your name and address at advancement@warner.edu if you would like a hard copy. Copies are limited, so if you just graduated, be patient as you will be receiving one in the mail soon!
Interested in a quick tour of the five residence halls at Warner University? Join Reagan Tears, Royal Ambassador, as she leads the way! For more information on applying to Warner University, contact Admissions at admissions@warner.edu or call 863.638.7212.
Warner’s 3rd Annual Apples of Gold Women’s Luncheon held on November 7th this year at the Mountain Lake Colony House was encouraging and inspiring to all who attended. With about 150 ladies there, this year’s attendance was our largest since we started in 2017. Many of the table hostesses from last year returned and some new … Read Post
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Warner’s NEW Tye Athletic Performance Center was dedicated on Friday, Nov. 1st Ernestine Tye and her son and daughter were ready to cut the ribbon to officially open the … Read Post
Warner thanks our Board of Trustee members for all they do for our institution! Current WU Board of Trustees Rev. Bob Beckler Rev. James Brown, Sr. Dean Burnetti Rev. Joe DeHart John Durham Sen. Denise Grimsley Karl Hall Steve Maxwell Laura Motis, Chair Mark Nelson Capt. Rob Oakman Erica O’Neill Bryan Scott Rev. Mark … Read Post
Sonya Hightower LaBosco BA’04 lives an active life of giving back in Orlando, as she volunteers with her Rotary Club for the “Gift of Life” program. She and her fellow Rotarians fundraise to bring young boys and girls with heart defects from Belize to Nemours Children’s Hospital for life-saving surgeries. They sponsor a room at … Read Post
At the Warner University Commencement Ceremony held Saturday, April 27, 2019, Chairman of the WU Board of Trustees Michael Darby was honored with an honorary doctorate for his years of service to Warner University. “My father, Dr. H. Darrel Darby and I have had the privilege of serving on the Warner Board of Trustees … Read Post
We’re excited and blessed to be able to share some BIG news for Warner University baseball! Because of the generosity of a faithful donor, we have kicked off a matching campaign to completely renovate the baseball stadium. We started the campaign with a matching challenge of $500,000 from a generous supporter… and with the help … Read Post
Fall 2018 The Royal Magazine Check out the Annual Giving Lists and the Dean’s List!
The week of September 17 through the 21 was an exciting one all across campus! It was the week of our Ed and Myrtle Lou Swindle Agricultural Complex dedication. To kick off the week, on Tuesday our students hosted an agriculture industry commodity fair. This was a chance for students across campus to learn more … Read Post
Warner University is proud to announce Pam Tebow as this year’s Apples of Gold Scholarship Luncheon Speaker! The luncheon will be held Friday, October 26, 2018 at Mountain Lake Colony House. “Pam is the perfect fit for our Apples of Gold luncheon, as she is an advocate for young women living lives of Christian … Read Post
Thank you to The Ledger for highlighting all of the exciting things happening at Warner! – $3 M Gift: Largest, Single Gift in Warner’s 50-Year History Excitement is “Building”: – Adding or renovating more than 45,000 square feet of building space – Swindle Agriculture Complex set to be completed by August – Spencer Hall … Read Post
In 2018, Warner commemorates 50 years of educating students who are prepared to lead and committed to serve. What a reason to celebrate as we navigate “The Royal Pathway to the Next 50!” Stay tuned for celebration events throughout the year, including the dedication of the Ed & Myrtle Lou Swindle Agriculture … Read Post
Warner University’s Inaugural “Apples of Gold” Women’s Scholarship Luncheon Warner University Advancement will be hosting its first women’s scholarship luncheon titled “Apples of Gold” Friday, October 27th at the Mountain Lake Colony House. This event will raise the much-needed funds to help young ladies attend college at Warner. This invitation-only event will feature … Read Post
Freshmen taking the “University Experience” course (UNV 1000) received the first Warner-provided Bible on the first day of classes, August 30th. The Bibles were graciously sponsored by the Mixon Family through the Mixon Family Bible Fund at Warner University. Below are thoughts from some students who received the Bibles, which for some, were their first. … Read Post
YOU HELPED US TO MEET THE MATCH! When challenged by a generous donor to use their $100,000 gift to encourage others to give to student scholarships at Warner University, we knew we had a big goal to reach! But, as always, the Lord had His plan and we not only met the match, but surpassed … Read Post
WARNER UNIVERSITY’S STATEMENT OF FAITH Warner University faculty, staff, students, administration and Board of Trustees ALL boldly believe in our institution’s Statement of Faith. Watch as a few of them read it aloud on this video created by Warner students, now alums, Emilio Giler and Monique Frandji. See anyone you recognize?
At the Spring Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 6, Warner University honored Mrs. Doris Gukich and Mr. Rob Quam with honorary doctorates. Doris B. Gukich “Warner University is privileged to acknowledge the dedication of those who have been very instrumental in service to the Kingdom of God. We consider the honorary degree a very special … Read Post
The Warner University Baseball team and coaches teamed up with the First Baptist Church of Lake Wales and the Lake Wales Little League to host a baseball camp for local kids on January 12th. For the second year, the LW Little League provided the fields, lights, balls and other necessary equipment, the Baptist Church handled the … Read Post
Warner University’s Ensemble Choir and their director, Mr. Dana Hofstrom, were featured on today’s Polk TV “Out and About Art” Christmas edition. Click below to see and hear a glimpse of last weekend’s performance at the Lake Wales Art Center captured by Polk TV: It was a packed house – there were over 400 in … Read Post
In November, Warner dedicated the court inside the Turner Athletic Center, as well as the Fitness Center, to the Tye Family. Men’s and women’s volleyball and basketball games are played on this court, as well as intramurals and band practice. The court was aptly named the “Psalm 119 Court” after Mrs. Tye’s favorite scripture for … Read Post
On Friday, Nov. 4th, with over 1,000 attendees packing the First Baptist Church of Lake Wales sanctuary, Dr. David A. Hoag was inaugurated as the third President of Warner University. Warner students, faculty, staff, community leaders, donors, guests, and Presidents from other colleges came together for this most regal of ceremonies. Ceremony at First Baptist Church … Read Post
Dr. W. Kent Fuchs, President of the University of Florida, will give the Inaugural Address at the Inauguration Ceremony of Warner University’s Third President, Dr. David A. Hoag on November 4 in Lake Wales. Dr. Kent Fuchs became the 12th President of the University of Florida in January 2015. Under President Fuchs’ leadership, the university … Read Post
President Hoag speaking in the chapel service before the dorm dedication Suzanne and Mary Jo, members of the Holland family who dedicated the land to Warner Procession of students leading over to the new Holland Hall Ribbon Cutting for Holland Hall Reception inside of Holland Hall Original Newspaper photo from 1964, when the Holland family … Read Post
Warner welcomes you back to school this Fall semester with a brand new road! We’re nick naming it “The Royal Pathway”. You all remember the 40-year old road, strewn with potholes and loose gravel? Well, say hello to new, smooth, black asphalt! Thank you to Warner’s major supporter of this project: Mrs. Mary Ernestine Tye! … Read Post
This week brings celebration to the Warner University community as we honor the retirement of our president of 25 years, Dr. Gregory V. Hall. Dr. Gregory V. Hall became the second President of then, Warner Southern College, in 1991. Although the school possessed 300 acres of land on the west side of Highway 27, only a gymnasium … Read Post
