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Inauguration Day - October 19, 2018 What a wonderful day of celebration last Friday as we inaugurated Dr. Ross. For those of you who were not able to attend, there was a buzz on this campus like I have never experienced. Excitement, joy, assurance, hope, reverence, and gratitude are just a few words that describe the events of the day. “The promise of Missouri Baptist University beckons us forward, acknowledging what we’ve achieved in the past, calling us to our bright future.” -President Keith L. Ross, Inauguration Day See more pictures at Missouri Baptist University Facebook page. Rubrics I need to stress to all instructors that you need to use rubrics when grading assignments and projects that are subjective in nature. Students deserve to know how and why they missed points on an assignment. Your master syllabi should have rubrics included; if not, please let the lead teacher know. Lead teachers - please review your master syllabus and ensure rubrics ar...

Inauguration Day Next week's blog will contain pictures and highlights from today's momentous Inauguration of our 7th president, Dr. Keith Ross. It was truly a blessing to be a part of this very special occasion. We look forward to Dr. Ross's leadership. Faculty & Staff In-Service Day Wednesday, October 10 was the faculty and staff in-service day. We all gathered for breakfast, a devotion, and message from President Ross and then had a choice of several workshops. Debbie Dumey gave the devotion on suffering and how Christ is always with us and helping us through trials. She was very open about dealing with the death of her daughter Erica. Jordan Cox presented Spirituality in Education: Developing Connection based on his doctoral dissertation research. This session examined spirituality in the context of education, ways to cultivate a spiritual atmosphere, and the implications for a Christian University. Tim Jackson, Information Systems, Application Develope...

Fall Speaker Series Dr. Marcus Goodloe was the speaker for the Fall Speaker Series on Tuesday, October 2. He is a great inspirational speaker and spoke about H.A.B.I.T.S.  H = Have Fun; A = Assume the Best of Others; B = Be Good Soil; I = Insist on Excellence; T = Treat the Needs of Others as Sacred; S = Seek Community. On Wednesday, October 3, Dr. Goodloe spoke about how God speaks to us. We need to be open and ready to hear. Education Organization Meeting A Teach On Meet & Greet was held on Monday, October 1 at 12:30 pm at the Perk with a complimentary lunch from Chick-Fil-A. Dr. Susan Hladky and Dr. Bridgett Niedringhaus had information for students on ASCD, MSTA, and Kappa Delta Pi. Submitted by Patrick Cleveland Patrick Cleveland and Jason Jordan attended the American Play Therapy Conference in Phoenix this week. Patrick with Louise Guerney & Garry Landreth   Missouri Baptist University School of Education Upcoming Meetings O...

School of Education Faculty & Staff During our fall faculty conference, we gather to take a group photo. There are occasions when we only communicate via phone or email and never get to meet the person face-to-face. Here's a face with the name! 😊 Back Row: Sue Pitzer, Lowell Pitzer, Clint Limoges, Shelton Smith, Justin Cook, Nancy Sickler, Susan Hladky, Alicia Noddings, Bridgett Niedringhaus, Marilyn Kay, Jason Jordan, Patrick Cleveland, Michelle Einig, Mark Engelhardt Front Row: Melanie Bishop, Laura Rauscher, Jim Chellew, Debbie Dumey, David Collum, Mandy Kehoe, Ellen John, Mary Ann Bouas, Tammy Cox, Jan Speck, Kathleen Wendt, Angela McGowan School of Education Faculty Meeting The School of Education faculty met on Tuesday, September 25 and used the time to review our SWOT Analysis Report. Everyone reviewed individually and then we broke into groups to discuss our thoughts. It was a very productive process. Health & Wellness Fair The annual MBU Health ...

Women in Leadership Breakfast The Women in Leadership Breakfast was held Friday, September 14. Below is a picture of Dr. Tammy Cox and Dr. Amber Henry with several of our education students. President's Chapel New faculty were commissioned into the MBU family on Thursday, September 13 at the President's Chapel. We welcome Justin Cook, Counselor Education; Jason Jordan, Counselor Education, and Bridgett Niedringhaus, Education. Drs. Cleveland and Davis attending conference Lakesha Davis and Patrick Cleveland are attending the CenterPointe Hospital Conference today titled "Addiction is a Family Disease." Doctoral Orientation/Reception On Thursday, September 13 the orientation and reception was held for the new doctoral cohort. A huge shout out to Dr. Shelton Smith, Dr. Amy Brinkley, Heather Goodin, and Julie Moore for hosting a wonderful event. Way to go Pablo! 2017-2018 Male Scholar-Athlete Award Winner...