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Colleges & Seminaries highlights the schools and training programs that prepare leaders for lifelong service in the church. Explore articles on Christian higher education, ministry formation, theological training, campus life, and the work of colleges and seminaries connected to churches and the Restoration Movement. You’ll find news, profiles, interviews, and updates about programs, initiatives, and events—along with stories that inform and encourage students, faculty, alumni, and church leaders. This hub helps readers stay connected to the people and institutions shaping future ministry.

February 15, 2024

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: ‘The Future of Johnson Bible College—Will It Survive Its Founders?’ (1924)

In 1924, Ashley Johnson, the founder of what is now Johnson University, wrote: "Nine years ago I broke down completely and was under the care of a physician. While I waited in bed for two months, Mrs. Johnson kept the work going and came nearer freeing it from debt than ever before. During these nine years I have fought for my life and the work which God gave me to do with all my heart." . . .

February 14, 2024

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Louisville Bible College Eliminates Its Debt

Louisville (Ky.) Bible College hosted a Celebration Service on Feb. 3 at Life Bridge Christian Church adjacent to the LBC campus, wrapping up the college’s 75th anniversary observance. The gathering also served to celebrate elimination of the school's debt, which LBC has been working toward for several years. . . .

February 7, 2024

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At GLCC, One VP to Retire, Another Has Been Hired (Plus News Briefs)

Great Lakes Christian College in Lansing, Mich., has announced the impending retirement of one vice president and the promotion of another. . . . Also, the inaugural Jack W. Cottrell Lectureship and opening of the Jack Cottrell Memorial Library will take place on March 8 at Mid-Atlantic Christian University. . . .

February 6, 2024

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John Derry Reflects on 50 Years in Christian Higher Education

John Derry reflects on a career in Christian higher education that has included serving in campus ministry, as president of two Christian colleges, and with the ABHE accrediting agency. "My thinking has always been that we must seek to collaborate as we recruit from a shrinking pool of students and secure financial support," he writes . . .

January 30, 2024

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GLCC’s President Shares Financial Update in Advance of Accreditor’s Visit

Great Lakes Christian College President Dr. Frank Weller recently provided a "State of the College" update via Facebook. In the 4-minute, 36-second video, Weller shared about GLCC’s efforts to shore-up its finances in preparation for a visit by the Higher Learning Commission on March 25. . . .

January 23, 2024

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GLCC Prof Helps Shed ‘Light’ on C. S. Lewis

Dr. Charlie Starr’s introduction to C. S. Lewis came by reading "Mere Christianity" for an apologetics class at Dallas Christian College in 1981. The Great Lakes Christian College professor is now the foremost authority on Lewis's handwriting. . . .

January 22, 2024

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Waers to Succeed Greer as President of Milligan University

After an extensive search, Dr. Stephen Waers was selected as Milligan University’s 16th president. Waers has been serving with Point University. He will succeed Dr. Bill Greer, Milligan's president since 2011. . . .

December 5, 2023

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Milligan Soccer Squad’s NAIA Run Ends with 2-1 Loss in Championship

The men’s soccer team from Milligan University pulled four upsets to reach the NAIA National Championship match before falling to MidAmerica Nazarene University 2-1 on Monday afternoon at Scheels Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kan. . . .

November 27, 2023

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Jessup University Adds Campus in Oregon

Jessup University has announced its expansion into Oregon through a partnership with Multnomah University of Portland. Under the agreement—which the institutions jointly described as a “merger of mission”—Multnomah’s 22-acre campus has become the Multnomah Campus of Jessup University. . . .

November 22, 2023

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Point U. Announces Record Enrollment for Fall Semester (Plus News Briefs)

Point University welcomed its largest incoming class in university history this fall. Across all its programs, the West Point, Ga., university’s enrollment now totals 2,817 students. . . . Plus briefs from three other Christian universities: Johnson, Dallas, and Manhattan.

November 20, 2023

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Milligan Cross Country Title Highlights Strong Postseason Efforts by Christian Colleges

The cross country teams from Milligan University in Tennessee turned in outstanding performances at the NAIA National Championships, with the men capturing the national title and the women finishing fourth. This postseason sports roundup includes reports from athletes at Milligan, Ozark, Great Lakes, Hope International, Manhattan, and Dallas competing in cross country, soccer, volleyball, and golf.

November 20, 2023

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Overdorf to Succeed Smith as President of Johnson University

Dr. Daniel Overdorf is set to succeed Tommy Smith as president of Johnson University in Knoxville, Tenn., on July 1, 2024. Overdorf, a 1995 graduate of JU, has taught at the school since 2005. . . .

November 18, 2023

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GLCC Banquet Benefits Children of Ministers, Missionaries

Great Lakes Christian College’s recent Legacy Scholarship Banquet exceeded is fund-raising goal, ensuring that the school can continue providing tuition-free scholarships to the children of ministers and missionaries. . . .

November 1, 2023

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Staying True? (A Christian Standard Report on Our Colleges)

College Presidents Answer Key Questions on Scripture, Sexuality, and Women in Ministry

November 1, 2023

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Why Some College Presidents Were Hesitant to Respond to Our Survey

This is a sidebar to the article, “Staying True? (A Christian Standard Report on Our Colleges)” _ _ _ By Chris Moon To answer or not to answer. That was a question 23 college presidents faced upon receiving a Christian Standard survey asking about their institution’s views on biblical inerrancy, human sexuality, and women in ministry. The survey was sent to presidents of colleges affiliated with the Restoration Movement. In the end, 16 presidents responded. Seven did not. Multiple presidents who responded to the survey said they grappled with the decision because such topics are controversial. Proclaiming one’s views about

November 1, 2023

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Survey: Full Responses from Christian College Presidents

This lengthy post carries the full responses from Christian college presidents to our survey asking them about their institution’s views on the topics of biblical inerrancy, human sexuality, and women in ministry. . . .

October 31, 2023

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LCU Alumni Grapple with News of University’s Imminent Closure

Phil and Marian Yakey had a hard time digesting the news about the closure of Lincoln Christian University. The couple have been connected to the college for nearly five decades. “There’s an element of shock in it,” Phil Yakey said. “We kind of always assumed the college would continue to grow and prosper.” . . .

October 24, 2023

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LCU Preps Students, Employees for School’s Closure

Two weeks after announcing its upcoming closure, Lincoln Christian University is working out the details for its existing students and employees. LCU President Silas McCormick said he held an in-person meeting attended by 20 to 25 students at Lincoln’s campus. The students were “obviously sad and disappointed,” he said. But they were “incredibly gracious.” . . .

October 11, 2023

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Lincoln Christian University to Close; Ozark to Acquire Lincoln’s Seminary

Lincoln Christian University will close at the end of this school year. However, Lincoln Christian Seminary will be acquired by Ozark Christian College and moved to OCC’s campus in Joplin, Mo., presidents of the institutions announced on Wednesday. . . .

October 9, 2023

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Lilly Awards Grants to Christian Colleges to Boost Preaching Efforts

Four schools aligned with Christian Churches and Churches of Christ have been awarded grants totaling almost $5 million from the Lilly Endowment’s Compelling Preaching Initiative. Among the schools each receiving more than $1.2 million were Point University, Johnson University, Milligan University, and Central Christian College of the Bible. . . .

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