Why I’m Optimistic About the Future of Christian Higher Education, and Why You Should Be Too
The public may have lost confidence in higher education more generally, yet I believe we may be entering another golden era in Christian higher education.
Articles for tag: Frank Weller
August 26, 2025
Great Lakes Christian College Receives Largest Gift in School’s History
Great Lakes Christian College receives a $1 million gift, the largest in the school's history, and a matching pledge for $2 million.
April 22, 2025
Great Lakes Christian College Launches Graduate Degree
Great Lakes Christian College announced the launch of a new Master of Arts in Practical Theology degree.
Now More than Ever, Christian Colleges Matter
Here are three reasons we need stronger Restoration Movement colleges, now more than ever. . . .
February 7, 2024
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. . . .
January 30, 2024
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. . . .
September 5, 2023
GLCC Working to Shore Up Finances While On HLC Probation
Great Lakes Christian College has been busy cutting expenses and raising funds as it works to remedy issues that caused it to be sanctioned by its accrediting agency, the Higher Learning Commission. . . .
August 21, 2023
Florida Ministry School, GLCC Announce Partnership
The Advance Center for Ministry Training in Kissimmee, Fla., and Great Lakes Christian College, Lansing, Mich., have articulated a transfer agreement that will enable Advance graduates to complete their bachelor’s degrees at GLCC. . . .
GLCC Names Baldwin Next Dean of Students (Plus News Briefs)
Dr. Brian Baldwin has been hired as dean of students at Great Lakes Christian College, Lansing, Mich. Also briefs about Tina Wilson's new book, FAME, IDES, and more. . . .
April 21, 2023
‘In Christ I’ll Stand’: Prof. Ron Fisher, 94, Preaches Final Sermon
Former Great Lakes Christian College professor Ron Fisher, 94, gave his final sermon April 16 after 74 years of ministry. Alumni, former professors, and members of West Lansing Church of Christ listened to him share on what he called his favorite subject, “Jesus Christ and His Church.” . . .
October 18, 2022
‘Beard Off’ Participants Sacrifice Whiskers for GLCC Scholarships
A lot of whiskers hit the floor at the finale of “The Beard Off” fundraising event to raise scholarship monies for Great Lakes Christian College. Every competitor who was able to attend the event Saturday went under the razor. In total, The Beard Off raised $22,190, said event organizer Caleb Weller on Monday morning.
September 23, 2022
‘Beard Off’ Aims to Raise $50,000 for GLCC Scholarships
More than a dozen men are effectively auctioning away their whiskers to raise scholarship monies for Great Lakes Christian College. "Beard Off" participants include president Frank Weller, GLCC trustee Duke Gray; VP Greg Stauffer; Richard Westerlund, athletic director and men’s basketball coach; and alum/preacher CJ Powell, among others. Contribute funds for participants to either "Shave" or "Keep" their beards.
Nursing School at KCU Earns Honors (Plus News Briefs)
Yancey School of Nursing at Kentucky Christian University recently received two major honors. Also, briefs about ICOM's pre-convention training sessions, GLCC's free "Retreat for Ministers," IDES, and CCU.
Larry Carter Reflects on 23 Years as President of GLCC
After 23 years at the helm of Great Lakes Christian College in Lansing, Mich., Larry Carter is calling it a career. He's served in ministry nearly 50 years after intending to spend only one year attending Bible college. . . .
January 31, 2022
GLCC Calls Frank Weller as Next President
The Great Lakes Christian College board of trustees voted unanimously Friday to call Frank Weller as the institution’s 10th president. On June 1, Weller will succeed longtime president Larry Carter.
