As the fall semester came to a close, Warner University’s education department spotlighted three senior students during their final internships. Rebecca “Lacey” Collier, Kaylin Brown and Samantha Berube showcased exceptional dedication and professionalism as they honed their teaching skills in various classrooms and settings. Lacey Collier, pursuing a degree in Exceptional Student Education, interned with … Read Post
If you read last month’s article on the history of Warner University, you may remember that the original vision for Warner was to be a school “in the South, that understands the South, and that supplied Christian Leadership for the church in the South.” Today, one of the ways that Warner best provides for the … Read Post
On December 6, the Natural Science Department hosted a special event showcasing the senior science project presentations. Faculty members, students and guests gathered to support and celebrate the achievements of six outstanding students: Bianca Francis, Haylee Woodhouse, Abigail Zavala, Valerie Torres, Victoria Fuentes and Karina Lopez. Each student delivered an in-depth presentation on various topics … Read Post
Dr. Laurie Boulden, Associate Professor of Elementary Education, showcased her expertise at the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) Annual Conference held November 22-24 in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Boulden delivered a well-received poster presentation, engaging with lots of social studies educators, administrators, and professionals from across the country. The NCSS Annual Conference serves as a … Read Post
At Warner University, we believe that character and service must be developed alongside academic ability. Senior agriculture major Landon Smoak recently demonstrated his own commitment to service and strong character in a truly inspiring way, earning the admiration and gratitude of both students and faculty. Landon, who is in his final year of studies, stepped … Read Post
Warner University is proud to announce that Dr. Shawn Craigmiles, Assistant Professorof Bible, Theology, and Ministry, has agreed to serve as Interim Academic Dean afterDr. Gentry Sutton’s move to the Advancement department. Dr. Craigmiles is currently inhis seventh year at Warner University. For the past two years, Dr. Craigmiles has served as chair of the … Read Post
Warner University is proud to announce that Dr. Gentry Sutton is now Executive VicePresident and Vice President of Advancement. Dr. Sutton, who previously served asExecutive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer, brings 25 years of experience inhigher education to his new role. During his 5 ½-year tenure at Warner, Dr. Sutton has significantly advanced theinstitution … Read Post
In 1945, the first rumblings in the Church of God (Anderson, IN) of a desire for a college in the southern United States began. The idea took many years to get off of the ground, but in 1962, the Southern Convention of the Church of God officially formed the Southern Commission on Higher Education in … Read Post
Warner University is thrilled to celebrate the remarkable achievement of our alumna, Cynara Appling (Class of 2011), who has been named Polk County Public Schools’ Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025. A dedicated educator, Cynara has earned a reputation for her creativity, compassion and unwavering commitment to her students and colleagues. Cynara’s current role at … Read Post
As a personal note from the author to begin, I was more than delighted to speak to the Spiritual Formation team about all of the exciting things happening at Warner in that department. I was even more delighted to receive so much information from them that I could not fit it into one article! So, … Read Post
Today is Reformation Day. A little over five hundred years ago, a former monk turned professor named Martin Luther nailed a list of ninety-five points of contention with the Catholic Church on the door of a church in Wittenberg, Germany. The date was October 31, 1517, which was the day before the feast for All … Read Post
The life of a faculty member can be very busy. You may not realize that outside of teaching classes full-time, Warner’s faculty members are usually working on other academic projects year round. These projects aren’t normally easily accessible to the public; they are published in academic journals or they take the form of presentations at … Read Post
October 12, 2024 | 10 a.m. Royal Return: Power and Internet services have been restored to all of campus, and we can announce plans for students’ return. Students may return as early as Monday morning, October 14th. The first dining service will be lunch on Monday, October 14th. Classes and activities will resume as normal … Read Post
Warner University is closely monitoring Hurricane Helene. We will update this post with more information as it is made available. September 25, 2024 | 11am Out of an abundance of caution and with the community’s safety in mind, all traditional classes at Warner University are canceled on Thursday and Friday of this week. Online classes … Read Post
Warner University is pleased to announce that Dr. Craig Williford has been appointed as the interim president while the Board of Trustees conducts a nationwide search for the university’s fourth president. Dr. Williford brings over 50 years of distinguished experience in both ministry and academic leadership. He has served as CEO and President of Multnomah … Read Post
Bailey Lightsey, a Warner University student majoring in agriculture with a minor in business, is a testament to the power of faith, perseverance, and the desire to make one’s family proud. Her journey to earning the title Polk County Cattlemen’s Sweetheart is nothing short of inspiring. Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone Bailey decided to … Read Post
The Board of Trustees is proud to announce Reverend Dr. G. Craig Williford has accepted the Board’s request to serve as interim president of Warner University effective August 1. Reverend Dr. Williford will ensure the university’s forward momentum in implementing Warner’s mission. He will serve in this role until a national search is concluded to … Read Post
The Warner University Board of Trustees announced today that Dr. David A. Hoag has been called to lead Christian higher education on a national scale effective September 1, 2024. Dr. Hoag has been selected as the new President of Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) in Washington D.C., serving more than 185 schools. President … Read Post
Warner University extends our deepest gratitude to Publix Super Markets Charities for their generous donation of $5,000 towards scholarships for the 2024 academic year. This contribution will play a key role in easing the financial burden for our students, ensuring they have the support needed to pursue their academic and professional dreams. At Warner, we … Read Post
Warner Royal track and field athlete, Zach Holman, has qualified for Nationals in seven events. He will compete in four track and three field events on July 14 and 15 of this year. Growing up, Holman was surrounded by sports lovers, but never saw himself competing on a track or field. After one of his … Read Post
