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“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

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

  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

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

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

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

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