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Honoring Ms. Virginia Schnarre

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]By WU student, Delaney Elder This week the Warner community must say farewell to Ms. Virginia Schnarre, WU Research Database Specialist Librarian.  Before she came to Warner, Virginia worked at plenty of libraries – even across the lake at Webber. When she was a college student, Ms. Schnarre had … Read Post

Warner University Unveils a New Online Programs Logo

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Warner University recently unveiled a new logo for its Online Programs. This logo mimics the overall look of the university while vibrantly displaying the word “online.” The brand update will take effect immediately starting with the rollout of the logo on the current platform Warner online students use for their coursework—Moodle. The update will then … Read Post

Introducing the New WU Family Experience Portal

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Family involvement is a huge part of a student’s success at college—especially during the first year. That’s why Warner has partnered with CampusESP to launch a new WU Family Experience portal that will serve as a one-stop shop for families looking for campus resources to help their students succeed. The new WU Family Experience will … Read Post

WU Alumni Spotlight: Felix Lugo

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By Delaney Elder, WU Student Too often in life, we look at an individual’s accomplishments on a sheet of paper and choose to see them in their simplest form–an accomplishment. Just another detail of someone’s life that we can look over with a nod and deem them worthy or unworthy of a job position. There’s … Read Post

WU Faculty Reception Awards 2022

Warner University recently honored eight faculty members who have been recognized formally for their disciplinary expertise within the last year. These faculty members have either published, presented at a conference, completed a degree, earned a credential, or have been recognized with an award by peers in their discipline.   Dr. Laurie Boulden recently completed her … Read Post

The 2022 Alumni Awards

By Delaney Elder, WU Student On November 2nd, 2022, Warner University honored three individuals who were selected to receive this year’s Alumni Awards during Spirit Week. The reception was supposed to be held on September 28, 2022 but was postponed due to Hurricane Ian. Here at Warner, we encourage students to build themselves a foundation … Read Post

Hurricane Nicole Update

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November 10, 2022 | 12pm – Video Update #2 from President Hoag. November 10, 2022 | 11:30am – As the storm moves past our area, we are very pleased to report minimal issues on campus. All campus offices, classes and activities are expected to resume tomorrow, November 11, as scheduled. November 9, 2022 | 2pm … Read Post

Apples of Gold Scholarship Fundraiser 2022

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Warner’s sixth annual Apples of Gold Scholarship luncheon was held on October 27, 2022 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George O’Neill, Jr. within Mountain Lake Estates with proceeds from the event going directly to student scholarships. So far, over $83,000 has been raised this year. “We are so thankful for our ‘Legacy Team’ … Read Post

Warner Takes the Stage at the SHAPE Convention 2022!

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The Society of Health & Physical Educators (SHAPE) Florida Convention which was held on October 21, 2022 in Kissimmee, FL was a huge success, as two of Warner’s Physical Education K-12 majors received both of the prestigious student awards. Saray Perez was honored with the Outstanding Future Professional Award (formerly Student of the Year). This … Read Post

4th Annual Clay Target Fundraiser

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By Delaney Elder, WU Student On October 15, 2022, the Warner University Clay Target team held its fourth annual Clay Target fundraiser-PULL! For Warner. We had the pleasure of hosting over 20 teams of alumni and members of the community, as well as five recruits! We welcomed donors out to Polk Sporting Clays in Haines … Read Post

Hurricane Ian FAQs For Students

Hurricane Ian FAQs For Students Are students able to return to campus? Students are not being allowed to return to campus at this time. Can students go to their dorms to check on personal items? No students will be allowed into their residence hall rooms until after the ‘all-clear’ is given. What about athletic practice … Read Post

Hurricane Ian Update 9.30 – Online Students

Dear Warner University Online Students, The impact of Hurricane Ian has affected some people in our community in devastating ways. In order to best accommodate our students and reduce unnecessary anxiety during these challenging times, please note that all work for week 6 (the current week/Monday, September 26 through Sunday, October 2) will not be required for … Read Post

Hurricane Ian Update 9.30 – Traditional Students

October 6, 2022 Traditional Students, We continue to pray for your well-being while you are away from campus. We miss having you here. You are the reason Warner exists, and we are eager for your return. We are working hard to facilitate your return somewhere around the middle of next week. Until we give the … Read Post

Video Updates on Hurricane Ian from President Dr. David Hoag

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Video update on Hurricane Ian as of October 10, 2022 at 12pm. Students can return back to campus starting tomorrow, Tuesday October 11, 2022 at 9am. Video update on Hurricane Ian as of October 6, 2022 at 5pm. Students can return back to campus on October 11, 2022 at 9am. Video update on Hurricane Ian … Read Post

Spiritual Emphasis Week 2022

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On September 21-23, 2022, Warner University hosted our annual Spiritual Emphasis Week on campus. The purpose of Spiritual Emphasis week is to ignite the Warner student body toward a more vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and to highlight the theme of the 2022-2023 academic year—which is “You Were Made for More.” We had the pleasure … Read Post

Warner University – Hurricane Ian Update

October 2, 2022, 4pm – Power has been restored on campus. All systems and networks are beginning to come online.  Many of our buildings, including residence halls, need some additional care. We are working with a crew of over 50 restoration professionals to assist with moisture mitigation throughout campus. We want to ensure a safe … Read Post

Homecoming 2022

It’s that time! Pull out your favorite navy and gold gear and get ready to cheer! Check out the below Homecoming 2022 schedule. We open to see you this year. If you have any questions please email alumnirelations@warner.edu.  Please contact Kasey.Gast@warner.edu for your free alumni game day pass for Saturday’s game against rival, Webber International … Read Post

Welcoming Warner’s New Director of Academic Skills Center and Disability Services

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Warner University is excited to welcome Dr. Morrisia Stewart as Director of the Academic Skills Center and Disability Services. Born and raised in Arcadia, Fla., she comes to Warner University from the Osceola County School District as a Dean of Students. She is also employed at Springfield College where she currently serves as an adjunct … Read Post

Hassaan Stamps Announced as the New Director of Men’s and Women’s Track and Field and Cross Country

LAKE WALES, Fla. – Warner University announces the appointment of Hassaan Stamps as the new Director of Cross-Country and Track and Field programs on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. The former East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Associate Head Coach will begin his duties immediately. 
 
President Dr. Hoag said, “I’m excited to see what the future looks like with the addition of Hassaan Stamps.  His experience at the NCAA D1 level and international experience will help move our Track and Cross-Country program to the next level.  In addition to his great experience, I’m so encouraged by his faith journey and commitment to the sport.”
 
Coach Stamps comes to Lake Wales, Fla. after spending the last nine years in Johnson City, Tenn. with the ETSU Buccaneers Program. During his tenure, the Men’s and Women’s programs reached unprecedented heights. The Women’s program were runners in the Southern Conference Championships three times in the last two years. The performance of this year’s outdoor SOCON Championships was the best Overall Team finish and second, most points scored at the Outdoor Championship meet since 1996. The ETSU Men’s program won the Commissioners Cup as the Most Outstanding Men’s Athletic Program in the Southern Conference.  
 
Stamps was the Domestic and International Recruiting Coordinator during his time at ETSU and changed the recruiting landscape during his tenure. ETSU Track and Field programs also enjoyed much success in the classroom highlighted by 18 straight semesters of above 3.0 GPA for the Men’s and Women’s programs.
 
Coach Stamps said, “I first and foremost, want to give all praise to God because without him I would not be prepared to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that has been presented to my family. I want to thank President David Hoag, Athletic Director Chrissy Moskovits, and Vice President of Student Life Anne Tohme for their diligence, transparency, and vision for this position. I am excited to bring my energy and creativity to Warner University in beautiful Lake Wales, Fla., and build a program the student-athletes, university, community, and families of the student-athletes will be proud of. Calling all Kings and Queens in the United States and Internationally. #RoyaltyAwaits.

Athletic Director Chrissy Moskovits said, “Coach Stamps is going to bring our track and cross-country programs to the next level. He has an electric personality and an amazing story that I truly believe our student-athletes will gravitate towards. I’m excited about the front row seat as he begins the next chapter for these programs.”
 

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Coach Stamps ETSU By the numbers: 
100+ All-Conference Award Winners (Top 3)
38 x SOCON Conference Champions
13x NCAA Regional Qualifiers
8x School Records
3x NCAA All-Americans (Women’s 100m hurdles, Women’s 400m Hurdles, Men’s 400m Hurdles) 
2x Academic All-Americans  
1x Bahamian National Record in (Women’s 400m Hurdles) 

Warner University Announces New Marketing and Communications Specialist

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Lake Wales, Fla – Warner University is pleased to announce the hiring of Chania Kirby as Marketing and Communications Specialist. In this role, she will be responsible for leading all marketing, communications and public relations initiatives for the university. Kirby comes to Warner with more than six years of marketing and fundraising experience for a … Read Post

The Warner Difference

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By Dr. Gentry Sutton, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer   One of my favorite parts of my job is announcing the winner of Warner University’s Professor of the Year Award each spring. As I prepare for making this announcement at our commencement ceremony, I always solicit from students a few comments … Read Post

Warner University Announces Ryan Bruursema as Clay Target Head Coach

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LAKE WALES, Fla. – Warner announces Ryan Bruursema as the new Head Coach for the Clay Target Team.  In July 2022 Ryan Bruursema will take over as head coach for Warner’s Clay Target Shooting Team. Ryan has been a competitive shooter for 25 years and has served as assistant coach to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan’s own Delta County Crushers Trap … Read Post

Watch the Athletic Turf Field Construction – LIVE!

  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

WU Receives Scholarship Grant from George W. Jenkins Fund

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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

2022 Warner Commencement Ceremony

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Warner Cares Day 2022

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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:

Financial Tips For College Graduates

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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

Florida Farm Bureau Grants a $24,500 Full-Tuition Scholarship to Warner Student

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[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

Honoring Martha Rigel

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By Evie Bodiford, WU Student   Have you ever wondered how Warner has received the names of their buildings? The stories behind them, the meaning, even what makes them so unique. Our Rigel Student Center, the epicenter of all activity on campus, was named after an essential family to Warner-“Mac” and Martha Rigel. Martha and … Read Post

Apples of Gold 2021

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By Evie Bodiford, WU Student   The 5th Annual Apples of Gold Scholarship Fundraiser was held at the home at George & Erica O’Neill within the Mountain Lake Estates on December 2nd during both the lunchtime and the evening time. This year, our motto is “Jesus Changes Everything.” With that mindset and faith we have … Read Post

Warner University Clay Shoot Dedication

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By Evie Bodiford, WU Student   On February 2nd, we had the pleasure of welcoming students, staff, faculty, and guests of all ages to come out and help dedicate our new clay target facility. This facility is in the back of our very own campus and with four stands so far and one more to … Read Post

Chicago Rooftop Revelations with Pastor Brooks and Dr. Hoag

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This past weekend, President Hoag was invited to Chicago to visit with Pastor Corey Brooks for Rooftop Revelations to discuss education and the role colleges and universities have on the younger generation. Fox News covered their conversation- listen to their conversation below “I think it even goes back farther than the schools,” Hoag said. “I … Read Post

Apples of Gold Scholarship Fundraiser

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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

WU Physical Ed Major Saray Perez Honored with Award

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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 Market Charities Supports Warner Scholarships

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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

Life with Evie

Hi! My name is Evie Bodiford and I am a senior here at Warner University who wants to share my life with all of you!  I am pursuing my Bachelors Degree in Agriculture Communication and I plan on graduating in May of 2022. I don’t have much of an idea of what I want to … Read Post

Justin Butts: Overall Royal Cup Winner

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This year, we celebrated our 2nd year of Royal Cup. There were many great students who interviewed but we had three come out as winners. Here’s what Justin Butts, the overall winner had to say about his scholarship:  How has receiving this scholarship helped you attend Warner? “It helped me tremendously! Before receiving it, I … Read Post

Abigail Anderson: Royal Cup 2021

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This year, we celebrated our 2nd year of Royal Cup. There were many great students who interviewed but we had three come out as winners. Here’s what Abigail Anderson, winner of best essay had to say about her scholarship:  How has receiving this scholarship helped you attend Warner? “The scholarship is the only reason I … Read Post

Bradley Lafferty: Royal Cup Winner

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This year, we celebrated our 2nd year of Royal Cup. There were many great students who interviewed but we had three come out as winners. Here’s what Bradley Lafferty, winner of best interview had to say about his scholarship:  How has receiving this scholarship helped you attend Warner? “Obviously the biggest answer would be financial … Read Post

Warner University Camp ROAR 2021

For the past four years, Warner University’s Agriculture Studies program has offered four days full of fun, agriculture related lessons, and memories you will never forget. Due to COVID 19, we were unable to have camp for the summer of 2020 but that didn’t stop us from having an unforgettable one this year. This year, … Read Post

COVID-19 Student Updates

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PRESIDENT DAVID A. HOAG NAMED TO THE COUNCIL FOR CHRISTIAN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES BOARD

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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

WU’s Campaign for a Clay Target 5-Stand

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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!”

4 Financial Mistakes College Graduates Should Avoid

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Four years of hard work have finally paid off and you’re ready to start your career and life after school. With this transition comes new responsibilities, including learning how to manage your finances.  Although you may have more disposable income, you’ll also have more financial obligations, and even minor missteps could put your financial health … Read Post

Christianity and the Call to Generosity

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I read a story last week about a Pastor who was diagnosed with Covid-19 during the summer of 2020. Following his recovery from the virus, the Pastor began donating plasma as often as he was able. The anti-bodies he has from the virus allow the plasma he donates to aid in the development of treatment … Read Post

Announcing the NEW Warner Alumni Scholarship!

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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

WU Launches New Job Portal

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Warner University has launched a new Job Board!  Under the domain WarnerUniversityJobs.org, the office of Human Resources has launched a new job board to help students and faculty more efficiently search and apply for jobs on campus.  The update comes after months of preparation, replacing the previous job opening page on the Warner University main … Read Post

Meet Kelvin Tohme!

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Warner University welcomes Kelvin Tohme as WU’s new Director of Instructional Technology.  Tohme grew up in Chicago in a Christian family — his dad was a church pastor and his mom a missionary minister. He stayed local for college, graduating with a double bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Science and Business Administration from Judson University … Read Post

Apples of Gold Scholarship Fundraiser 2020

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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 University Named One of the Nation’s Top Teacher Prep Programs

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Lake Wales, Florida – Warner University’s undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program has been named among the top in the country by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), a nonpartisan, not-for-profit research and policy organization, for strong training in classroom management strategies. This month NCTQ released its 2020 Teacher Prep Review: Clinical Practice and Classroom … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Austin Shaner ’17

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Austin Shaner graduated from Warner University in 2017 with a degree in Interdisciplinary Ministry with a minor in Coaching and Sport Management. “Going into my studies at Warner University the Lord was calling me to the sports ministry. Warner’s Interdisciplinary Ministry degree was the perfect choice to prepare me to use sports to build relationships … Read Post

Warner Student Vlogs: COVID-19 Updates

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COVID-19 Return Plan for Fall 2020 Student Video Update: Welcome Back Royals 8/7/2020 4 pm. CARES Act Reporting Link for June Student Video Update: Royal Return this Fall 5/20/2020 2 pm. CARES ACT Update link here. Student Video Update: COVID-19 4/16/2020 10 am. Student Video Update: COVID-19 4/10/2020 6 pm. Student Video Update: COVID-19 4/3/2020 … Read Post

Warner University Partners with South Florida State College

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Warner University and South Florida State College are teaming up to offer students a seamless learning opportunity through an articulation agreement. SFSC students who complete the Associate of Science in Landscape and Horticulture Technology will be automatically admitted to Warner University if they have earned a 2.5 GPA or better in their associate’s program. SFSC … Read Post

WU Welcomes Anne Tohme as the New VP for Student Life

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  Warner University is pleased to announce that Anne Tohme has accepted the position of Vice President of Student Life/Dean of Students. This position reports to President David Hoag and is part of the Warner Leadership Team. Anne will play a key role within the Warner community and will be responsible for oversight of all … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Catherine Lind

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Since the age of 12, Catherine Lind has been “serving” on the court. In 2015 her journey at Warner University began, playing on both the indoor and beach volleyball teams and serving as an intern coach her last year. She graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor’s in Sports Management. Coaching was something she knew she … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Ainalem Bruny

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Moving from Haiti to Naples, Florida at the young age of 11, Ainalem Bruny didn’t quite know the new world of opportunities coming his way. Fast forward to high school when it was time to look at colleges, Bruny played football and had a pretty good stat record so coaches from a few schools were … Read Post

2020 Suzanne Crews Mission Trip

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In a world full of chaos I know that our God is as good as He has ever been. I am certain of this, because just a few weeks ago myself, ten other students, and two of our professors were blessed to take a trip to Honduras as part of our International Ag Development class. … Read Post

Warner is #1 in Professional Education!

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At Warner, we strive to ensure our students are provided with the best educational resources and are prepared for their career path. Seeing our alums succeed and make strides in their industry is something we are very proud of. Recently, Warner’s education department was recognized for their efforts in the classroom.  Once a month, Education … Read Post

3rd Annual Apples of Gold Women’s Scholarship Luncheon

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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

Fall 2019 Faculty Accomplishments

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For an average semester, Warner University faculty members prepare for approximately 140 class periods, or 280 class periods a year. Some of this preparing is done in the evenings, and some members teach more than a full load so that the wheel of the Warner machine can keep turning so smoothly.  Aside from preparing their … Read Post

Dedication of the NEW Tye Athletic Performance Center

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Warner University’s Loss of Student Athlete

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The Warner University family has been deeply saddened by the loss of one of our students today, Tuesday, October 8.  Theodore “Boobie” Hammonds, a senior member of the football team collapsed after a non-contact football drill.  Members of the Warner University athletic training staff were on hand immediately and provided emergency care.  Polk County Emergency … Read Post

Alum Spotlight: Ivelisse Saint Clair

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Warner has seen quite a few exceptional students pass through its doors, and Ivelisse Saint-Clair is no exception. In high school, she was in the international baccalaureate program, a member of National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, the National Society of High School Scholars, Student Council, not to mention playing school volleyball and club volleyball. … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Sean Kelly

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Sean Kelly, an Orlando native, graduated from Boone High School in 2009. He was an avid volleyball player, which he continued through his college career as well. Sean graduated from Warner in 2013 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.  While playing volleyball at Warner, Sean was able to attend many tournaments out of state … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Jeremy Rogers BA’91

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Do you know that Warner University has two baseball jersey numbers that are unofficially retired? This is because Jeremy Rogers and Stacy Landress decided one night before baseball season started, that retiring their numbers would be a fun prank. Along with retiring their numbers, they may or may not have made some changes to the … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Sonya LaBosco BA’04

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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

We are Royals! Graduation 2019

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This year’s graduation was one of the best to date. Along with 300+ students receiving degrees from Warner University, we were able to hear from John Oh, senior pastor of SaRang Church in Seoul South Korea.  You can watch Warner’s Spring 2019 Commencement ceremony here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scwhiW2BiLY&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR3QmWgHuenn4mxCvJNOKZlZ444WY34DDOjhv149McNyA0T8_lCpG8K0mNg After students walked across stage and turned their tassels, they … Read Post

Reverend John Oh, Warner University’s 2019 Commencement Speaker

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Reverend Jung Hyun (“John Oh”) has served as a senior pastor of SaRang Church, Seoul, South Korea, for over 15 years. “John” was born in 1956, in Euisung in Gyeongbuk province. His father was a pastor and his family had been a Christian family for four generations. John began his ministry with a university student’s … Read Post

Alum Spotlight – Andy Maddux BA’01

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18 years since graduating from Warner University with an Organizational Management degree, Andy Maddux has worked his way up the ladder as a successful businessman in Orlando. Andy is currently the Vice President of Wholesale Operations at SunTrust Bank, the company he has been with for 18 years. Andy Maddux BA’01 Before becoming a student … Read Post

Warner Cares Day 2019

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The seventh annual Warner Cares Day took place on Wednesday April 3rd, 2019, with over 450 faculty, staff, and students taking the day off from work and study to help make an impact in Warner’s home community of Lake Wales. Starting the morning at the little league baseball field, the group of volunteers gathered for … Read Post

Let’s Hit It Out of the Park for Warner’s 50th!

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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

Austin Steen: From Warner to Oxford

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In what may be a first in the fifty-year history of Warner University, Senior Biblical Studies major Austin Steen has been accepted to do graduate work at Oxford University! Austin has reserved his place at the esteemed British university, planning to study theology and patristics beginning this fall. To be a part of the school … Read Post