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WE INVITE YOU TO DISCOVER WILLIAMS. We are honored by your interest in Williams Baptist College! A decidedly Christian institution, we are committed to providing an outstanding academic, spiritual, and social environment that nurtures an exceptional college experience for you. As followers of Jesus Christ, the WBC faculty and staff help to create a sense of community and personal warmth that will help you become all God intends for you to be. You will find mentors passionate about their academic fields of study as well as your personal and spiritual growth. Interaction with a diverse student body and travel opportunities with international and domestic projects will help you develop skills to competently engage global cultures in your future career. And a broad range of campus activities and organizations will make it easy to develop new friendships, many that will remain close for a lifetime.
Do you have what it takes? We think so. Our standards for first-time freshmen demand a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.6 and minimum ACT score of 20 (or equivalent on the SAT) for unconditional admission.
to see you soon! Blessings Tom Jones // President
Take the first steps. APPLY! IT’S FREE.*
AT A GLANCE
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MAJORS OFFERED
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HONOR SOCIETIES
ACTIVITIES & SPORTS
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your cumulative GPA and grading scale. Home-schoolers may be admitted on an official transcript with no GED certification required.
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TRANSFER & INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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A CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW
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DEVELOPING STUDENTS HOLISTICALLY
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THE HOPE WITHIN
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DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
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You may be accepted with just a six-semester transcript, but it must include
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Explore the world outside your college classroom. Live an adventure in a new community. Learn to relate your faith with your passions.
sent directly to Williams Baptist College. The ACT code for Williams is 0140.
Thank you for your interest in Williams. Please consider scheduling a visit to campus and let us show you, firsthand, why this is such a great place to live and learn. I hope
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
Faith & Purpose Student Missions “My summer missions experience in Florida taught me a great deal about the world. The comfort that my Christian home presents to me was abolished upon experiencing the clashing of cultures and a lack of morality found on the field. I saw people who need Christ, and what’s more, I saw people accept Christ. My eyes were opened to the needs of the world!” – STEPHEN WATSON // 2010 GRADUATE
At Williams, experience spring break mission trips, summer mission trips, Mission Practicum, Missions as a major, and weekend mission trips.
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WILLIAMS
At a Glance
THE COLLEGE A Christian, four-year, co-educational, private, liberal arts college. Founded in 1941 by H. E. Williams.
LOCATION Williams is located three miles north of downtown Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, on US Highway 67. Walnut Ridge and Hoxie have a combined population of nearly 8,000. Williams is also located 30 minutes from Jonesboro, a growing city of nearly 70,000, offering students a wide array of activities outside those offered on campus.
FACULTY Nearly 70% of the full-time faculty members hold the highest degrees in their respective fields. Student-to-Faculty ratio is 15:1.
ACADEMICS MAJOR METROPOLITAN AREAS:
Williams offers 26 baccalaureate programs as well as eight preprofessional programs. The average class size is 17.
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A. Atlanta (474 Mi)
ACCREDITATION
B. Chicago (512 Mi) C. Dallas (448 Mi)
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D. Kansas City (359 Mi)
Degrees and programs offered at Williams are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
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E. Little Rock (135 Mi) F. Memphis (93 Mi)
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G. Nashville (283 Mi) H. Oklahoma City (439 Mi) I.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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St. Louis (229 Mi)
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Over 99 percent of Williams’ full-time students receive financial assistance.
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COST OF 2016-2017 FULL-TIME, RESIDENT STUDENT (PER SEMESTER)
$8,100 TUITION
$3,700
ROOM & BOARD
$560 FEES
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Majors Offered CHOOSING A MAJOR IS NO MINOR FEAT AT WILLIAMS. You’ve dreamed it, now you can achieve it. You’ve envisioned it; here you can pursue it. Reach higher and explore the wide array of academic disciplines available at Williams, all taught from a Christian perspective.
DEGREE PROGRAMS Art Art Education Biblical Studies/ Linguistics Biblical Studies/ Theology Biology Business Administration Christian Education Church Music Communication Arts* Computer Information Science Early Childhood Education English English Education Family Psychology Finance
Liberal Arts History Mathematics* Middle Level Math/ Science Education Middle Level Language/ Literature/Social Studies Education Missions Music Music Education Health & Physical Education Psychology Social Studies Education Social Work* Sports Ministry Youth Ministry
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
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Pre-Dentistry Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Nursing Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine
*minor program only
Honor Societies cademic life at Williams is enriched by the activities and A influences of ten national and international scholastic organizations. These honor societies provide a venue for the promotion and recognition of student academic achievement and encourage lively intellectual interaction between students and faculty outside the traditional classroom. Honor societies at Williams also afford students opportunities to present selected academic work for review, discussion, and critical evaluation at regional and national scholastic competitions and conventions. Alpha Chi National Honor Society Alpha Psi Omega National Theatrical Honor Fraternity Beta Alpha Kappa Religious Honor Society Beta Beta Beta National Biological Honor Society Mu Phi Epsilon National Honor Music Fraternity Phi Alpha Theta International Historical Honor Society Pi Lambda Theta Education Honor Society Psi Chi National Honor Society of Psychology Sigma Beta Delta Business National Honor Society
Talents & Passions WILLIAMS SINGERS Not your typical choir, the Williams Singers are voices with a purpose grounded in the understanding of ministry and worship. The select ensemble features a variety of sacred music including classicals, spirituals, hymns and contemporary arrangements. They travel extensively during the academic year representing the college in churches, conventions, at graduation, and Homecoming/Parents Weekend.
THE CAST Born to entertain? Ministering through laughter and drama, the Cast is a select theatrical group that brings the scripture to presentday life with entertaining and biblically based drama.
CAMPUS MINISTRIES Students are invited to grow deeper/more intimate with Christ through small group Bible studies, praise and worship, and a number of mission outlets. Opportunities abound to serve and reach out to fellow students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding communities. CAMPUS MINISTRIES’ MAJOR ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
Sigma Tau Delta English International Honor Society Phi Beta Lambda
Collide (Weekly student led worship service) Fall Retreat Life Groups
“The growth I experienced at Williams deserves much of the credit for the success I have enjoyed.”
Mission Trips (both locally & abroad) Small-group Bible studies
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ACTIVITIES 5K Walk/Run Bingo Christmas in the Cove Coffeehouses Collide Concerts Cookout (BBQ,Hamburgers, Hotdogs) Disc Golf Fall and Spring Dramas FCA Fiesta First Fair Freshman Follies Guest Performances Hall Wars Harvest Fest Homecoming/Parents Day IDOP (International Dorm of Pancakes) Inflatables Inflatable Slip-and-Slide Intramurals Karaoke Night Late Night Madness Lectures & Cultural Events
Life Groups Luau Ministry Opportunities Mission Trips Mr. & Miss WBC Open Mic Racquetball Residence Hall Parties Sporting Events Spring Fling Week Super Bowl/Final Four Party Tailgating Tennis The Pits/Pep Rally Tie-Dye Day (during Spring Fling) Ultimate Frisbee WBC Auction Bucks Williams Idol
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Varsity Sports The Williams Baptist College Eagles compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) in fourteen varsity sports as part of the American Midwest Conference (AMC). The NAIA has nearly 300 colleges and universities, and 23 member conferences. The AMC includes 13 member institutions in Arkansas, Missouri and Tennessee.
SPORTS Women’s Basketball Women’s Cross Country Women’s Soccer Women’s Softball Women’s Volleyball Women’s Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field
Men’s Baseball Men’s Basketball Men’s Cross Country Men’s Soccer Men’s Wrestling Men’s Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field
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WILLIAMS
delivers value Williams offers a strong academic liberal arts college education for about half the average private school cost and nearly 35 percent less than other Christian colleges.
Williams’ average tuition & fees per year are much lower than the Council for Christian Colleges (CCCU) and private school averages!
$17,320
Williams Baptist College
RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID.
$25,758
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CCCU Average *Sources: 2015-2016 CCCU Tuition Survey for the CCCU average and the 2015 Trends in College Pricing for the private school average.
$32,405* Private School Average
ADDITIONAL
ARKANSAS
Scholarships
Scholarship programs
Combination/Performance Scholarships
Take advantage of the Arkansas online universal application
(Stackable with all scholarships)
by going to www.adhe.edu and selecting the YOUniversal icon. This universal application serves as the online
Missionary Dependent Scholarship
application for Arkansas state funded financial aid. With this application you can search and apply for scholarships
Art, Music, Drama, Cheerleading
and grants, create your account, check your status and receive notices through email and manage your account 24/7. To the right is a list of scholarship programs and grant opportunities that you can apply for through the YOUniversal application.
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OVER 99% OF WILLIAMS STUDENTS
97%
of Williams students receive scholarship assistance.
88%
of Williams students receive federal and state aid.
ARKANSAS ACADEMIC CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The deadline is June 1, 2017. Students must complete the FAFSA form, but there is no income requirement for this scholarship. Amounts are subject to change.
GOVERNOR’S SCHOLARSHIP A limited number of Arkansas residents receive this scholarship.
WILLIAMS
Scholarships
Visit www.wbcoll.edu/scholarships for complete details about each scholarship and to request more information!
EAGLE LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
SCHOLARSHIP WITH HONORS
(less than 28 ACT) (First Time Freshman)
(28+ ACT) (First Time Freshman)
Up to Full Tuition Scholarship
FINANCIAL AID CHECKLIST
Up to Full Tuition Scholarship
Apply for admission and academic scholarships at
Consideration based on scholarship application,
Consideration based on scholarship application,
essay, ACT, GPA, class rank, extracurricular activities,
essay, ACT, GPA, class rank, extracurricular activities,
and Christian character
and Christian character
williamsbaptistcollege.com.
Beginning October 1 Complete Federal income tax returns
More information can be found:
More information can be found:
www.williamsbaptistcollege.com/scholarships
www.williamsbaptistcollege.com/scholarships
NAIA ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS
based on 2015 tax information. Fill out FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov with school code 001106.
Once we receive FAFSA results, letters
CHURCH MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM
will be mailed to freshman applicants.
(Stackable with Administrative approval)
Your admissions counselor will follow up with a phone call to review your financial aid package.
Student-athletes interested in varsity/junior varsity
WBC will match a church scholarship gift up to
sports can fill out a recruiting questionnaire online.
$3,500 per academic year.
Scholarships offered by head coach
More information can be found:
www.williamsbaptistcollege.com/scholarships More information & questionnaire can be found: www.wbceagles.com/recruiting.php
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Transfer Students VISIT US SOON!
We'd love to show you our campus. We encourage you to visit our campus so you can see
a professor about your major. Or, if you would like, sit
the bigger picture. You can visit with our Transfer
in on a class of your choice and eat lunch with us in
Counselor and Financial Aid Office at any time, or you
our Mabee Gwinup Cafeteria. Call 1.800.722.4434 and
can take a tour of our beautiful campus and visit with
schedule your visit today — we can't wait to meet you!
TRANSFER APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Complete an online application quickly and easily at www.williamsbaptistcollege.com. 2. Send all official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended. 3. If you have less than 24 hours of acceptable college credit, please submit your high school transcript or official GED scores and results of your ACT or SAT exam.
TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP Up to Full Tuition Scholarship Consideration based on scholarship application, essay, transfer hours, cumulative transfer GPA More information can be found: www.williamsbaptistcollege.com/scholarships
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P.O. Box 3737
56 McClellan
Walnut Ridge, AR 72476
Walnut Ridge, AR 72476
1.800.722.4434
williamsbaptistcollege.com
International Students INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD CALL WILLIAMS HOME.
“Williams Baptist College is a wonderful college. I’ve lived in cities with large universities and have visited multiple campuses before and after attending WBC.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
I’ve not come across one that could have offered me the opportunity for personal or professional growth
Each brings their unique cultural perspectives and experiences to the WBC campus. All students have the opportunity to broaden their worldview by engaging with local and global cultures. Regional cities such as St. Louis, Missouri, Memphis, Tennessee, and Little Rock, Arkansas, allow international students the freedom to explore the southern United States.
as Williams Baptist College.” –AMBEX, ETHIOPIA // 2005 GRADUATE
15:1 Student / Faculty ratio Individual tutors and academic help New and modern facilities Safe, secure, and peaceful location Strong academic focus
Up to Full Tuition Scholarship Consideration based on scholarship application, essay, SAT/TOEFL/ACT, GPA, class rank, extracurricular activities, and Christian character More information can be found: www.williamsbaptistcollege.com/scholarships
Regionally accredited degree program by the Higher Learning Commission International students can apply for and receive the same scholarships as U.S. citizens
APPLY Go to bit.ly/intl_wbc International Programs at Williams Baptist College
@intl_wbc @intl_wbc
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WALTER NORVELL, Ph.D.
A Distinctly Christian Perspective “EVERY PERSON HAS A WORLDVIEW, EITHER
who we are—we are human beings made in the image of God;
CONSCIOUSLY OR UNCONSCIOUSLY. WE HAVE A
what has gone wrong with the world—sin has marred every
WAY TO MAKE SENSE OF REALITY EVEN IF WE ARE
aspect of humanity and creation; and what fix is available
NOT AWARE OF THEM.”
to restore the world to order—the redeeming work of Jesus
Dr. Walter Norvell has a passion to see life through a distinctly
Christ on the cross and demonstrated in His resurrection.” As Dr. Norvell puts it, “Christianity not only answers these
on the Christian Ministries faculty at Williams Baptist College
questions, but it gives us our purpose.”
“Every academic discipline seeks to understand, trust, and apply it,” Norvell explains. “The classroom itself is a place to gain and build a proper, true, effective worldview on which to collect the knowledge in a discipline.”
DEPARTMENT
Christian Ministries OCCUPATION
Christian worldview and to help others do the same. His role ideally positions him to do just that.
Dr. Walter Norvell
Armed with such a perspective, Christian students can see their own role —whatever their major—in serving the cause of redemption for all people and all of creation.
Assistant Professor of Christian Ministries CREDENTIALS
B.A., Union University (Sociology) M.S., University of Memphis (Counseling & Personal Services) M.A.R.E., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (Concentrations in Foundations, Church Administration and Youth Ministry)
And a Christian worldview is a pivotal advantage of a
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Christian college. It characterizes an education where
How People Learn
students experience purpose, finding meaning in knowledge
How Teachers Can Help Students Learn More Effectively
and in life itself.
Spiritual Transformation The Role of the Holy Spirit in Teaching and Learning
“A Christian worldview understands the world in relationship to Jesus Christ,”Norvell explains. “At Williams, we seek to point out, explore, and appropriate a biblical worldview.” “It tells where we came from—God created us and all things;
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OUTSIDE INTERESTS
Fishing, camping, gardening, antique and flea markets
“I will always remember Williams as the place I call home.” TRAVIS ADAMS // 2008 GRADUATE
“Williams alumni are loyal to their college because they feel part of a family.” MEREDITH BAINE //1998 GRADUATE
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JEREMY DUTSCHKE, Ph.D.
Developing Students Holistically
Dr. Jeremy Dutschke OCCUPATION
VP for Enrollment Management & Student Services CREDENTIALS
B.A. & M.Ed., Dallas Baptist University Ph.D., Regent University AREAS OF EXPERTISE
AT WILLIAMS BAPTIST COLLEGE, WE STRIVE
Healthy living is also promoted at Williams. In addition
TO MOLD AND SHAPE LIVES THROUGH AN
to fitness facilities being available across campus,
INTENTIONALLY CHRIST-CENTERED, HOLISTIC
students have opportunities to participate in varsity,
APPROACH TO STUDENT DEVELOPMENT.
junior varsity, and/or intramural sports to keep the
LUKE 2:52 SAYS THAT JESUS GREW IN WISDOM
temple of the Lord in good shape.
AND STATURE AND IN FAVOR WITH GOD AND MEN. IN OTHER WORDS, JESUS GREW AND BALANCED
Extra-curricular activities are also part
HIS LIFE COGNITIVELY, PHYSICALLY, SPIRITUALLY,
of the holistic education experience
AND SOCIALLY. JESUS GREW AND DEVELOPED IN A
at Williams. Student activities and
HOLISTIC, BALANCED WAY.
events at WBC promote a community
Following Christ’s example, Williams Baptist College seeks to grow and develop students in a similarly holistic and balanced way. Professors at Williams are privileged to pass on their excitement about learning to students. Our faculty cultivates students cognitively through a liberal arts education that ultimately allows graduates to be prepared to think critically and to be life-long learners in order to adapt to the ever-changing market place. Education at Williams does not stop there. Students are also challenged to find where Christian faith and academic theory and concepts intersect inside the classroom. Weekly chapel services, practical service projects, and hands-on mission trips allow this integration of faith and learning to also be experienced outside the classroom. 12 // WILLIAMS BAPTIST COLLEGE
environment where eternal friendships are developed and nurtured. These eternal friends extend to faculty and staff, too, as they really care about each student as a person. It is not unusual for faculty and staff to participate in campus activities and events, even opening their homes to students where students really become part of their “family.” By developing students in a holistic and balanced way, they are not just college graduates with a lot of book knowledge, but “whole” beings who are well prepared to impact their local and global societies through their robust relationships with God, strong community of friends and supporting faculty and staff, healthy bodies, and wealth of knowledge and wisdom.
Leadership Development Higher Education Administration OUTSIDE INTERESTS
Wife and 3 Sons, Baseball, Basketball, Football & Reading
“WBC gave me insight on how to apply what I learned in the classroom to real world situations.” DAVID BYERS // 2006 GRADUATE
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“Not only was Williams wonderful while I was there, but it also prepared me for life after college.” MARISA ROGERS // 2007 GRADUATE
“I consider my decision to attend Williams Baptist College one of the best I have made.” HOLLYANN NEAL //2010 GRADUATE
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TARAH MARTIN
The Hope Within ONE DAY, LUCKY ASKED ME, “HOW IS IT THAT YOU
but Jesus simply asks you to trust in Him alone and receive His
CAN LOOK AT THINGS SO POSITIVELY ALL THE TIME?
forgiveness. This brings me peace because I don’t have to try to
I CANNOT, FOR I AM OFTEN NEGATIVE.”
be good enough, I can just trust Him.”
I smiled. That morning I had prayed for God to direct our
“Maybe I should read the Bible,” Lucky said. I was overjoyed at
conversations to spiritual matters, and He did. 1 Peter 3:15
her openness to God’s Word, and I gave her a Bangla copy of
came to mind: “… always be ready to give a defense to anyone
the Gospel of John.
who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you.” I had studied 1 Peter 3:15 before, and longed to live out I gathered my thoughts and told Lucky that I wasn’t always
the “hope within me.” It’s a true testimony to Christ that
so positive or joyful. I explained that I used to be negative and
Lucky noticed my hope, for surely I could not live such a
angry quite often, but when Jesus became my Savior and Lord,
life on my own.
His qualities became a part of me. Only through Him can I have happiness and a positive outlook on life, and my focus is on eternity, so trifling matters here on earth do not upset me. Lucky seemed to understand my answer, so I continued. “Have you heard much about Jesus?” I asked her. She said He was a prophet and once she had seen a movie about His crucifixion. I also asked her if she knew why Jesus died on the cross. “To take the punishment for our sins,” she replied. Later, I asked her if she had ever considered trusting Jesus with her life. “I trust in Allah,” she said. “Our religions are similar because they expect you to do good things,” she added.
TARAH IS A 2013 WILLIAMS GRADUATE. She spent the fall semester of her junior year ministering to the people of Bangladesh, and she also kept a full academic schedule. Note: “Lucky’s” name has been changed in order to protect her privacy.
I then told her that, “Other religions impose rules for salvation,
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“I grew as a person while at WBC and I can say that my years there were some of the best of my life. Williams will always be my second family.” NICOLE CORNES // 2014 GRADUATE
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