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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

Citrus Label Signs Dedicated at WU’s Ag Complex

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On March 1 Warner University officially became part of the Citrus Label Tour of Polk County! What started a few short years ago as an initiative to identify buildings, land, and families with significance to the citrus industry in Polk has grown to well over 15 locations. Warner University is honored to house two of … Read Post

Student Spotlight: Meet Jason Smith

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Warner Ministry students come from all sorts of backgrounds, and are headed to all sorts of ministries. God’s plan is amazing and mysterious at the same time in the wonderful servants God has gathered together on the Warner campus. In the Ministry Department, we have the joy of watching the Holy Spirit shape lives for … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Jonathan Carter ‘07

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WU Alumni Leading Frostproof to Hit the High Notes      Jonathan Carter studied music education at Warner and graduated almost 12 years ago. Since graduating, he has been sharing his love of choral music with his students, especially the past eight years while at Frostproof High School.      A few months back a … Read Post

Apples of Gold 2018

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The second annual Apples of Gold Scholarship Luncheon was another huge success this year!  On October 26, around 140 ladies gathered together at the Mountain Lake Colony House to celebrate the young ladies we are blessed to call students at Warner. We had 17 lovely table hostess who invited a small amount of their closest … Read Post

Rod Shafer Announces Retirement After 43-Year Coaching Career

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LAKE WALES, Fla. – The Coach Rod Shafer era draws close to an end as he has announced his retirement from 43 years of coaching football. The Warner University Royals Head Coach Rod Shafer will retire following the 2018 football season. Rod Shafer has come a very long way since the beginning of his career. … Read Post

Do You Know Why Warner is the #RoyalNation?

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Next week is HOMECOMING! We cannot wait for all of the fun filled events that are planned to take place.  From food trucks to fireworks, we have it all packed into one long weekend!  Are you ready to come out and join the #RoyalNation? Speaking of Royal Nation, do you know why our students here … Read Post

Ed and Myrtle Lou Swindle Ag Complex Dedication

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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

Alumnus Spotlight: Bryan Scott

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At Warner University we love to celebrate #MyWarner #MyStory and alumnus Bryan Scott has a story that is beyond belief! Bryan Scott attended one of Warner University’s satellite schools in Titusville, Florida, where he received his bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management. At the time, Scott was working for the Orange County Sheriff’s Office as a … Read Post

Lottie Eaton Sanders Scholarship Fund

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Lottie was an extraordinary woman. She had a great love for life and touched many with her enthusiasm, bringing joy and happiness to all she met. She loved her family and friends and was devoted to her husband Michael, and to her pug, Chino. She loved Warner University and impacted and inspired administration, faculty, staff, … Read Post

Summer Spotlight: Nathan Hartman

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At Warner University, the students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to find and explore their #MyAdventure #MyWarner. This summer Professor Nathan Hartman found his adventure as he spent his time reporting for Walt Disney World News Today. Hartman is a Professor of Communication at Warner University, specializing in film and screenwriting. Some of the courses … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Joe Halman, Jr – Class of 2003

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Fifteen years have passed since Joe Halman turned his tassel and started a new chapter in life as a Warner graduate. In 2003, Halman walked across the stage to receive his degree in Organizational Management which he puts to the test in his everyday life. In April of 2017, Chief Joe Halman was named Deputy County Manager for … Read Post

Camp ROAR was the Summer’s “Greatest Show”

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This year, Warner hosted its second annual “Thompson Summer Ag Camp” (Camp ROAR) June 24th-27th. The theme was a circus named ‘The Greatest Camp’. The camp counselors: Abby Crawford, Colton Elder, Keri Greenwood, Morgan Kennedy, and Bristol Wells worked to bring the Ag Industry to life for students in 9th -12th grade from all across … Read Post

Warner Under Construction

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There are some BIG changes happening around campus! Such as, the MAJOR renovation of Spencer Hall: adding all new bedrooms, updated air conditioning, a new roof, outside patios and a whole new look! The new Swindle Agriculture complex, being built for the 2018-2019 school year allows for a more interactive learning experience for all of our … Read Post

Have You Seen Duke?

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Our beloved mascot Duke has been out-of-sorts since the students left for summer. Being alone on campus is hard for the Royal, as he searches for fun and friends. Whether it is sitting in the Gazebo overlooking the pond and fountain…. Or striking up a game of pool in Williams Hall… Duke even wandered out … Read Post

Warner’s 2nd Annual Apples of Gold Luncheon Brings in Pam Tebow

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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

The Ledger Covers Story: All of the Great Things Happening at WU!

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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

New 50th Anniversary Video with Exciting Announcement!

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Enjoy Warner University’s New 50th Anniversary Video with an Exciting Announcement at the End!    Contact the Warner University Advancement team if you are interested in joining those “doubling their impact” at Warner University!      Andrea Thies, Vice President of Advancement andrea.thies@warner.edu 863.638.7611 Leigh Ann Wynn, Asst. Vice President of Advancement leighann.wynn@warner.edu 863.638.1446   … Read Post

2018 S. Crews Agricultural Mission Trip

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by A.J. Lamb, student intern During Spring Break, Warner agriculture students spent their week serving in Honduras on the Suzanne Crews Agricultural Mission Trip. The mission trip was for agriculture majors to traveled to Victoria, Honduras where they can experience the agricultural challenges facing a developing country as well as help spread the gospel and … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Brett Stanton BA’11

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Brett Stanton graduated from Warner University in 2011 with a BA in Business Management with a focus in Accounting and is now the Head Assistant Baseball Coach at Western Oklahoma State College as well as a Health, Physical Education and Recreation Professor. Stanton has been at Western Oklahoma for three years, and while there, the … Read Post

A Look Back on 41 Years with Dr. Steven Darr

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This year, Warner University celebrates its 50th anniversary. During this extraordinary time on campus, very few remaining faculty or staff can say they have been around to see it evolve from the beginning.  The University’s current Vice President for Academics and Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Steven Darr comes close at 41 years of service.  Darr … Read Post

6th Annual Warner Cares Day

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Speaking to a group of 357 students along with faculty and staff from Warner University on the morning of April 4, Lake Wales mayor Eugene Fultz personally thanked them all for serving the community of Lake Wales. To students attending Warner from outside Lake Wales, Fultz said, “You have done enough that Lake Wales is … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Mike Potthast, BA ‘04

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          by Abby Crawford   If you’re a native to Winter Haven, or even Polk County for that matter, odds are you have heard of Potthast Studios. A drive down Central Avenue will bring you by the studio with a collection beautifully articulated portraits hanging in the window. Potthast Studios has … Read Post

Coach Spotlight: Payton Chitwood

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by student writer James Feehan           Payton Chitwood has just completed his first season as the head coach of the Warner University women’s soccer team. This was the team’s best season in their entire history, making it to the Sun Conference semifinals. The team finished 8-8 on the season. Chitwood has … Read Post

Alumni Faculty Spotlight: Trevor Hall BA ’03

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Trevor Hall, Warner’s Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, is himself a Warner grad, obtaining his BA in exercise science with a minor in biology in 2003. “There’s a real visceral pull in my heart to Warner,” Hall said. Hall’s father, Dr. Greg Hall, was president of Warner University from 1991 to 2015. Trevor Hall actually … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Kaylee Norris BA’16

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Kaylee Norris, Frostproof native and Warner Alum, is taking on new heights with her career at Highlands Precision Ag all while completing her Masters in Business Administration, which she is due to graduate with this year! Kaylee was an Agriculture Studies major while attending WU full time. Her drive for agriculture was nothing new for … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Jennifer Leeks BA’11 MBA ’16

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by A.J. Lamb, student intern   Jennifer Leeks, Warner’s new Student Success and Career Services Specialist, graduated from Warner in 2011 with a bachelor’s in business administration and also earned her MBA from Warner in 2016. Most of the classes Leeks took were online.   “The professors are understanding when you are in the online … Read Post

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. John Crews, DVM

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Dr. John Crews, Associate Professor of Agricultural Studies for Warner University, has worked at Warner for three years, and was instrumental in starting the the Suzanne Crews Agricultural Missions Trip. The missions trip is for agriculture majors to travel to Victoria, Honduras over spring break every two years where they can experience the agricultural challenges … Read Post

Warner Turns 50!

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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

Honoring Dr. Steven Darr

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Dr. Steven Darr will be retiring this spring after 41 years of faithful service to Warner University. The best way we know to honor him is through you, his students, colleagues and friends. We are asking for your help in three ways. First by updating your information so we can create a list of all … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Troy and Blair Blunden

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The WU admissions staff tells new students during orientation to look around the room, that their future spouse may be sitting among them or walking the halls of Warner.  This stands true for Troy and Blair (Taylor) Blunden.  The couple met at and graduated from Warner University.  Warner played a vital role in their professional … Read Post

What Can A Wesleyan Learn from a Calvinist?

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On December 14, 2017, just about an hour from the Warner University campus, one of the great preachers died. His name was R.C. Sproul, and he was a terrific theologian and Christian leader, with great influence upon thousands. After a conversion as a college freshman, and seminary in Pittsburgh, he studied in Amsterdam before returning … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Levi Wainwright

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Dr. Levi Wainwright graduated from Warner University in 2010 with a degree in exercise science. He now is a chiropractor and CEO of Tallahassee Chiropractic and Injury Clinic. “My degree gave me a great foundation of human physiology and the biomechanics of the skeletal structure,” Wainwright said. Wainwright said that his favorite professor at Warner … Read Post

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Timothy Dwyer

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Dr. Timothy Dwyer, a professor of Bible and church ministry at Warner, is also the new department chair of the ministry department, in charge of the majors: church ministry, interdisciplinary ministry, and Biblical studies. Dwyer said that he will not be teaching any less because of his new position. “I really enjoy the teaching,” Dwyer … Read Post

A Letter from One Who Was Helped

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President Hoag, I feel compelled to write you regarding six student athletes enrolled at Warner University who play volleyball. The students and alums are Shelby McCulley, Jose Morales, Alexander Lazo, Tyler Benson, Bruno Teixeira, and Kyle Safreed. I contacted my 78 year-old brother Ron who lives in Auburndale after hurricane Irma passed through.  As you know much of … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Chase Highley

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Chase Highley (BA ‘11) graduated from Warner with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, and he has gone on to become the Vice President & Co-Owner of Greenstone Media and the CEO & Co-Owner at MyTownUSA. “Being a business/finance major, one of the key skills I learned at Warner was how … Read Post

Meet the New Communication Professor: Nathan Hartman

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Nathan Hartman is Warner’s new Assistant Professor of Communication. Hartman brings something new to Warner: experience in filmmaking; both in practice and in instruction. “I feel like I was brought here to spread my love of film to the Warner community,” Hartman said. Hartman received his bachelor’s degree at Huntington University, where he double majored … Read Post

Inaugural “Apples of Gold” Scholarship Luncheon a Success

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“A word fitly spoken is like Apples of Gold in a setting of silver,” Proverbs 25:11 On Friday, October 27, 125 women from the greater Lake Wales community, including current Warner faculty, staff, students and alumni, all gathered at the Mountain Lake Colony House for the Inaugural “Apples of Gold” Women’s Scholarship Luncheon. Of Warner’s … Read Post

Ministry Blog: Celebrating 500 Years of Reform

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Observing the Strides We’ve Taken and Envisioning Next Steps   October 31st, 1517. Nailed to the doors of the church in Wittenberg, Germany hung a scathing assessment of the medieval church. On that autumn day, Martin Luther – the great reformer – provided a sober, studied, and detailed rebuke of persistent church corruption. What these 95 … Read Post

New Major at Warner University: Criminal Justice

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  If you’re interested in being a part of the exciting world of protecting the innocent and apprehending prolific criminals, you may want to consider a degree in criminal justice. It is possible to pursue a career in some areas of criminal justice without a college degree—but your career growth may be limited without higher … Read Post

WU Alumni Spotlight: Chrissy Moskovits

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Warner University Instructor in Sport Management, Women’s Volleyball Head Coach, and Vice President for the Gimme 4 Foundation, Chrissy Moskovits (BA ‘ 04) has dedicated her talents to the next generation of Warner students and athletes and to a local cause very close to her heart. From the moment Moskovits graduated from Warner, she continued … Read Post

First Ministry Blog!

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The Ministry Department is growing at Warner University with excited students, dedicated faculty, and skilled partners in the local church. How are students preparing for ministry outside the classroom? How are our ministry students growing in their work for the Lord? In at least three ways… Here are our three C’s: Church The church is … Read Post

WU Alumni Spotlight: David Dyer

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David Dyer (BA ’15) graduated from Warner University with a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Studies. He is now using this foundation as a Graduate Research Assistant while earning his master’s degree in Plant Pathology at Auburn University and plans to pursue his PhD. “My degree from Warner gave me the knowledge in agriculture that I need … Read Post

“Apples of Gold” Women’s Scholarship Luncheon

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  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

WU Alumni Spotlight: Emily Spencer

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Emily Spencer (BA ’14) graduated from Warner University with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Communication. Spencer is now a lead missionary working for the organization World Race. “I always dreamed about missions, but it was always very much just a dream and not a reality,” said Spencer, whose been with the World … Read Post

Incoming Freshmen Receive Bibles

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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

Meet Dr. Christopher Maslanka, Asst. Professor of English

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Dr. Christopher Maslanka would like all of his students at Warner University to know one thing about him: “I’m not as funny as I think I am, but I am trying…”   According to Maslanka, not everyone gets his sarcasm, and it becomes a problem when people take him seriously, especially when he crosses into … Read Post

Meet Daniel Estabrooks, Asst Professor of Biological Sciences

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  Many at Warner know Estabrooks for the animals that he sometimes brings to class. Estabrooks has two geckos living in his office, Teddy and Nisey, each 17 and 7 years old respectfully. The lizards are only supposed to live 20 years, and Estabrooks says he is not sure he will replace the pets when … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Kevin Watler

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Kevin Watler (BA ’08) graduated from Warner University with a degree in Communication Arts and a minor in Education. Watler is now a Communications Specialist for the Polk County Board of County Commissioners, assigned to Polk County Fire Rescue as its lead Public Information Officer and is also the host for the Commissioners Report, a … Read Post

Inaugural Thompson Summer Ag Camp

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Warner University hosted its first annual “Homer and Annette Thompson Summer Ag Camp” June 26-28. It was through the benevolence of Mr. and Mrs. Thompson that the Agriculture Studies program could host a summer Ag camp for high school students. The camp registration opened in March and was full within a few weeks! Each camper … Read Post

Meet the New VP of Advancement – Andrea Thies

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There’s a new VP in office. Andrea Thies is the new Vice President of Advancement at Warner University and she’s excited to get started. President Hoag and Thies go way back with their connection originating from Joanna Hoag and Thies’s husband, Paul, both coaching basketball at Greenville College. The President, who was also working there … Read Post

WU Alumni Spotlight: Chloe Boehm

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Chloe Boehm (BA ’14) graduated from Warner University with a Communication degree and has been putting it to use as the Public Relations Executive at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort. Boehm’s responsibilities include hosting media at the resort, planning grand openings, writing content for the resort’s blog and social media channels, and ensuring that LEGOLAND® Florida Resort … Read Post

Warner University’s Statement of Faith Video

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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?  

Warner University Honors Two with Honorary Doctorates

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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

An Inspirational College Graduate at Age 81

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http://www.theledger.com/news/20170506/81-year-old-graduates-from-warner-with-highest-honors Patricia Selle is set to graduate from Warner University on May 6 with an online Bachelor of Science in Transformational Christian Ministry degree at the young age of 81. Selle is “redefining age” as she has followed her dream of being a college graduate after having set her goals aside to raise her five … Read Post

Get to Know the First Lady of Warner University Joanna Hoag

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You have probably seen her at school and athletic events, but how well do you know the new First Lady of Warner University Joanna Hoag? And if you’re worried about what to call her, Joanna, Jo, Mrs. Hoag, and even FLOWU (First Lady of Warner University) all work perfectly for her. Hoag was the chapel … Read Post

Alumni Spotlight: Shawn Sherrouse

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Shawn Sherrouse (BA ’02) graduated from Warner University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Management, and is currently serving as the Assistant City Manager for the city of Lakeland. “My coursework in Human Resources, Finance, and Leadership at Warner provided me with the foundational knowledge necessary to more finely develop my abilities as … Read Post

5th Annual Warner Cares Day Goes Big

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Warner University continued their tradition of Warner Cares Day, now the fifth annual, with over 450 Warner University faculty, staff, and students all serving the community on April 5. Over 350 of those were Warner students. “It’s a blessing and inspiration to be a part of this family that comes together to serve others,” said … Read Post

Warner University’s Piano Man

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Assistant Professor of Music Dr. Jonathan Reed has an inspiring love and talent for music.  He earned his B.A. at Butler University, his M.M. at Bob Jones University, and his D.M.A. at University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Reed has played the piano since he was eight years old, first becoming interested when he heard … Read Post

WU Alumni Spotlight: Dena Yohe

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Warner University alumna Dena Yohe (BA ’74) earned her degree from Warner in Social Work, and is now an author, speaker, and mentor to parents. Dena  Yohe (BA’74) Dena and her husband Tom (BA ’75) co-founded their ministry “Hope For Hurting Parents” in 2011, and in July 2016 Dena published her book You Are Not … Read Post

Warren Hall – Leaving It All on the Court

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Warren Hall is undoubtedly a gifted basketball player, but in his senior year, Hall has shattered some of the biggest records in NAIA history. Hall has back-to-back titles of Sun Conference Player of the Year, NAIA First Team All-American, and Sun Conference Tournament Championship. He has Sun Conference Tournament MVP accolades, and now a well-deserved … Read Post

Student, Soccer Player, FCA Leader, Admissions Student Worker and Now Chapel Speaker: Austin Shaner Does It All

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Junior Austin Shaner has an impressive résumé for just three years at Warner University, and after March 9, Shaner added one more achievement to the list: chapel speaker. The opportunity came a week beforehand when Professor of Bible & Church Ministry Dr. Tim Dwyer had asked Shaner after class if he would be interested in … Read Post

A “Flying Wallenda” Among Us

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With a legacy of over 200 years and spanning seven generations, the famous circus act and daredevil stunt performers “The Flying Wallendas” have made a mark at Warner University with family member and baseball player Broderick Rodocker Wallenda. Broderick Rodocker Wallenda The Flying Wallenda’s, with two Guinness World Records, are the top five biggest names … Read Post

Dr. Omanwa – Alumni Spotlight

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Dr. Verna Omanwa (BA’00) is a well-recognized face at Warner University among the students and faculty, and often called “Dr. O” by her students. She is the Associate Professor of Business, teaching in the areas of Finance, International Business, and Management, after finishing her bachelor’s and master’s degree (’02) both in Business Administration from Warner. … Read Post

Warner Baseball “Teams” Up for Local Kids

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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

First “4th Generation Warner Legacy” Student

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Warner University is making history as the latest softball signee, Alona Harris, is the first “fourth generation student” to attend Warner. Alona Harris and Coach Clemente “It’s an honor to come to Warner and I’m glad to carry out the legacy,” said Alona. “I’m excited to see how I’m going to grow in my faith … Read Post

Another Faculty Member is Published

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Warner Assistant Professor of Elementary Education, Laurie Boulden has publisher another book. Her previous book published earlier this year is titled Flood: A Wife for Shem. This novel is called Weighed Down: A Love Story Worth Lifting Up! and is a contemporary Christian Romance that would make a great winter read.   We all have something … Read Post

Warner Music Featured on “Out and About Art”

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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

I’munique Green- Strength Through God and Basketball

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Coming from having a strong role model in her life, her mother, this basketball player knows all about toughness, but during I’munique Green’s time at Warner, she has learned the compassion of Christ. “My two siblings and I always knew about being strong because my mom was the strongest person in my family, and she … Read Post

New Tennis Courts on Campus

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The Warner campus tennis courts just received a whole new makeover! With a generous gift from alums Laura (BA’03) and John (AS’12) Motis and the green light from President Hoag, the new Warner courts were completed in just two weeks. Warner’s Updated Tennis Courts The two courts were pressure washed, leveled, sealed, painted, and even the … Read Post

Court and Fitness Center Dedicated

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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

WU Alumni Spotlight- Dr. Brenda Longshore

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Dr. Brenda Longshore (BA’93) graduated from Warner with a degree in Elementary Education, which she now uses to serve in her newly elected position as Superintendent of Highlands County Public Schools. “In addition to the formal training, the ongoing support and encouragement through the years from the Warner staff has been instrumental throughout my career,” … Read Post

Just Call Him “Nyke”

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Nykemis Pelham is one of the men behind the famous first place finish at the 2016 Hurricane Alumni Invitational at the University of Miami for the 4×100 relay that was broadcasted live on EPSN 3. Here is your chance to actually get to know this incredibly fast competitor. His friends call him Nyke for the … Read Post

Inauguration Ceremony for Pres. Hoag

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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

Warner Benefits from Financial Gift

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Warner’s Ag program has been recently awarded a financial gift that will help with three crucial projects over the next year. As a result of the benevolence of Homer and Annette Thompson, a Polk county couple deeply rooted in the citrus industry, we were gifted $36,000 to complete these projects which are aimed at promoting education … Read Post

2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards

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  Warner University will be celebrating their 2016 Alumni Awards during the Homecoming Chapel on November 3rd.  This year’s three recipients are Mr. Lee Jackson (BA ’03), the late Dr. Patsy Charlene “Dodie” Haynes (BA’78), and Dr. David Sebastian (BA’75). The Distinguished Alumni Award Mr. Lee Jackson is the recipient for the Distinguished Alumni Award, … Read Post

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