2023 Viewbook: Discover Your Inspired Purpose

What's Inside 4

Inspired Purpose

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Faith

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Professional Opportunities

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Friends and Mentors

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Health Sciences

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Natural Sciences

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Experiential Learning

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Behavioral Sciences

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Business

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International Programs

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Education

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Humanities

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Athletics

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Fine Arts

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Bible and Ministry

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Communities

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Honors College

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Student Resources

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Admissions

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Value

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Campus Map

DISCOVER YO U R

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You have bold aspirations. You want your life to matter. At Harding University, you’ll have the opportunity to be transformed academically, relationally and spiritually so you’re prepared to change the world.

Your purpose is inspired. We want to help you discover it.

“... inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.”

1 Thessalonians 1:3

Jason Darden, Bible and ministry professor and Vanderbilt University doctoral candidate, talks with individual students before class.

Mike Williams

President of Harding University Ed.D., University of Pennsylvania

Inspired Purpose D I S C O V E R YO U R

The quest for inspired purpose is anchored in our historic Christian mission. The source of our strength is the Holy Spirit who saves, empowers and guides us. The essence of the Harding experience extends beyond career preparation.

In this search for meaning and vision, we discover our values, convictions and direction. We aspire to restore the world to what God intended from the beginning.

You will have many opportunities to serve your neighbors as part of your educational experience. Whether you’re providing services to a child through our speech clinic, interning in a local classroom or learning important health care skills in our local hospital, you’ll discover where your passion and education meet. That is your inspired purpose.

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Inspiring

Faith

D I S C O V E R YO U R

For many schools, Christian education means chapel, Bible classes and a lofty code of conduct. At Harding, it’s much more. Here you’ll have opportunities to put your faith into practice.

Assistant football coach Roddy Mote baptizes linebacker Chris Wein in the Ganus Activities Complex pool.

Use your talents to serve the community and the world through fundraisers, contributions to the campus food pantry, working in the community garden and more.

Study Scripture with your friends in the homes of faculty and staff mentors and build deeper relationships with those who will walk beside you through celebrations and sorrows.

Attend weekly breakout chapels designed to provide a variety of worship experiences. Led by faculty, staff and students, there are sessions for women, student athletes, international students, and engaged or newly married couples as well as more specific topical studies and opportunities for creative expression and singing.

We want to meet you wherever you are on your journey of faith.

Logan Light

Assistant dean for campus life and chapel programs Ed.S., Harding University

“Harding’s Christian culture is unapologetic but also requires us to be forgiving and understanding. It allows us to work with one another, even when we are unalike.”

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Oortunities D I S C O V E R YO U R

Harding boasts a 100-year history of placing students just like you in the most prestigious graduate programs, professional schools and careers. Our track record of propelling students to achieve their career goals and aspirations speaks volumes about our academic quality, reputation and networking. Given the geographical diversity of our student population, our graduates

have pursued more national and international opportunities resulting in worldwide recognition.

You can go anywhere and achieve anything with a Harding education.

88%

of graduates have recognized professional outcomes within six months of graduating

Our alumni have gone on to careers with employers including:

Our alumni have gone on to top-tier graduate schools including:

Abbott Laboratories

LinkedIn

Brown University

Amazon.com Inc.

Lockheed Martin Corp.

Columbia University

American Express Co.

Mayo Clinic

Duke University

Apple Inc.

Medtronic

Emory University

Boeing Co.

Microsoft Corp.

Georgetown University

Boston Scientific

NASA

Harvard University

Broadway productions

NPR

Cartoon Network

Nike

CIA

NFL

Deloitte

PwC

FBI

Oracle

Google LLC

Samsung Electronics Co.

J.B. Hunt

Shell USA Inc.

Johns Hopkins Medicine

St. Jude Children's Hospital

U.S. Department of Justice Keurig Dr Pepper KPMG International Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

Southwest Airlines Co. Tyson Foods Inc. Walmart Inc. The Walt Disney Co. The Washington Post

“The Center for Professional Excellence is committed to helping students and alumni find their dream jobs. We offer a variety of resources and services to help you succeed in your career.”

– Brian Harrington Executive director of the Center for Professional Excellence MBA, Creighton University

Johns Hopkins University Massachusetts Institute of Technology Northwestern University Princeton University Rice University Stanford University University of Chicago University of Notre Dame University of Pennsylvania Vanderbilt University Washington University in St. Louis William & Mary Yale University “Harding graduates have a rich history of going on to attend top-tier graduate programs across the country. They consistently find that they are well prepared to succeed and perform at the highest level.”

– Dana Steil Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Ph.D., The University of Alabama

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Friends & Mentors D I S C O V E R YO U R

“Our distinguished faculty go above and beyond to walk alongside students in their educational journeys and also to mentor them during this formative period in their lives.”

– Marty Spears Provost Ph.D., Rice University

“Teachers are so available to help you and want to see you succeed. I've never seen another place where you have that in your corner.”

– Emma Montague Nursing major Denver, Colorado

“For professors at a lot of colleges, teaching can be just a 9-5 kind of job, but the teachers at Harding are constantly trying to find the best way to convey information so students can comprehend and utilize it in the best way.”

– Sydney Reynolds Molecular and Cellular Biology major Valley View, Texas 10

In a recent student satisfaction survey, students identified strengths of the University that include faculty who care about them as individuals, approachable academic advisors and faculty who are available after class during office hours.

Your faculty will care about you.

15:1

Student-faculty ratio You will have access to one-on-one mentoring.

70%

2022-23 #1 Best Christian University by EdSmart

2023 Best Regional Colleges

by Princeton Review

Faculty with terminal degrees You will be mentored by experts in their fields.

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2023-24 College of Distinction: Career Development

Average class size

Your professors will know you by name.

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STATES AND TERRITORIES

2023-24 Christian College of Distinction

NATIONS

Your worldview will expand when you join our geographically diverse student population.

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Health Sciences DISCOVER

Discover a highly relational community of professionals who share your desire to advocate for those in need.

While providing exceptional care for the whole person, you will learn to show mercy and compassion to all patients, families and communities. Through hands-on simulation, interprofessional collaboration and global mission opportunities, you’ll see how your classroom knowledge applies in the real world. No matter what area of health care you choose, our exceptional faculty will help you set and achieve your academic, spiritual and professional goals, equipping you to fulfill your calling to change lives.

Majors

Communication Sciences and Disorders (Clinical) Communication Sciences and Disorders (Non-clinical) Exercise Science Health Studies Kinesiology Kinesiology and Health (Teacher Licensure K-12) Medical Humanities Medical Laboratory Science Nursing Preprofessional Health Science (Second major only) Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Sport and Recreation Management

Master's degrees

Cardiac Function and Interventional Technology Family Nurse Practitioner Master's Entry into Professional Nursing Kinesiology and Sport Administration Physician Assistant Studies Speech-Language Pathology Strength and Conditioning

Doctoral degrees Pharmacy Physical Therapy

Justin Bland

Exercise and sport sciences chair and professor Ph.D., Michigan State University

“We are equipping students with practical, relevant, hands-on skills that will help them be effective in graduate school or in the workforce immediately after graduation.”

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Name: Jayda Lynn Hometown: Tulsa, Oklahoma Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders Academic Achievements: Dean’s List, 4.0 GPA, Honors College, American Studies Institute Distinguished Scholar, Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Society, National Student Speech Language Hearing Association Involvement: Spring Sing, Night at the Round Table Interprofessional Events, Harding University Student Speech and Hearing Association Social Club: Zeta Rho, queen for Sub T-16 Service: Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Stirrups and Smiles Hippotherapy Center, Bisons for Christ, Relay for Life

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Natural Sciences DISCOVER

By exploring the diversity of life on earth, you will develop a sense of the God-given responsibility to be good stewards of creation. Experience wonder at the intricacies of creation through scholarship and scientific research. You will learn to collaborate with a team to consider the development of science and its role in the modern world. Working with our faculty in classrooms and research labs, you’ll be fully prepared to pursue your professional goals whether in scientific careers or in graduate studies.

Majors

Biochemistry Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biology Biomedical Engineering Chemistry Chemistry (Teacher licensure) Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Construction Science Data Science Electrical Engineering

Environmental Science Forensic Science Human Biology Mathematics Mathematics (Teacher licensure) Mechanical Engineering Molecular and Cellular Biology Physics Software Development

Patrick Ruhl

Biology professor Ph.D., Purdue University “The Gilliam Biological Research Station is a 700-acre outdoor classroom where students conduct individual research. This hands-on experience sets them apart from their peers when applying for jobs and graduate schools.”

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Name: Britney Njeri Hometown: Nairobi, Kenya Major: Data Science Academic Achievements: Dean's List, American Studies Institute Distinguished Scholar, Honors College Scholar Involvement: Student Association, Black Student Association Social Club: Phi Kappa Delta Service: Bisons for Christ

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Experiential

Paion D I S C O V E R YO U R

We understand that learning is not limited to what happens in a classroom. Gain the skills employers are looking for by applying your knowledge in real-world settings.

Take advantage of opportunities for scientific research in roles reserved for graduate students on larger campuses.

Learn alongside your faculty mentors, working oneon-one or in small groups to conduct research, discuss findings and present at conferences across the country.

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Get your hands dirty at the Gilliam Biological Research Station.

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Provide services to local families through our campus speech clinic.

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Build a racing vehicle with our Baja team.

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Practice nursing skills with state-of-the-art manikins.

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Produce a variety of media with the campus newspaper, yearbook, TV studio and radio station.

Explore the world, and meet our alumni living and working in your chosen field across the globe. Gain confidence to navigate transportation and to order in restaurants in major world cities. Apply for your dream job knowing you will be fully prepared to discover your future.

James Huff

Engineering professor, Honors College faculty fellow Ph.D., Purdue University

“Students are learning what it means to be professionals and disciples of Jesus and are gaining real-world experiences that you don't find in other programs.”

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Behavioral Sciences DISCOVER

If your heart is moved to action by stories of oppression and injustice, you’ll find like-minded peers and professional mentors in behavioral sciences who will prepare you to make positive changes in the lives of many.

Through hands-on learning experiences, you can make mistakes and grow from them in a safe environment.

Opportunities for undergraduate research will put you a step ahead of your peers in pursuing graduate studies.

Combining your passion for supporting those in need with the pursuit of critical thinking, scientific inquiry and Christian service, you will be equipped to support some of the most vulnerable populations.

Majors Master's degrees Child Development Child Life Cognitive Neuroscience Community Engagement Criminal Justice Event Management Family and Consumer Sciences Family and Consumer Sciences Education Family Life Education Food and Nutrition Psychology Social Work

Applied Dietetics Practice Clinical Mental Health Counseling Marriage and Family Counseling Professional School Counseling Student Affairs

Educational Specialist degree Counseling

Kathy Helpenstill

Behavioral sciences professor DSW, LCSW, University of Tennessee

“We love investing in our students because we are proud and protective of our profession. We want to be sure our students are prepared to work with vulnerable populations and those with special needs.”

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Name: Erin Tetrault Hometown: Dartmouth, Massachusetts Major: Social Work Internship: Social work field placement at Unity Health inpatient psychiatric unit Academic Achievements: Alpha Chi National Honor Society, Dean’s List, 3.99 GPA Social Club: Zeta Rho, queen for Sub T-16

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Business DISCOVER

We want to help you reach your goals of creating positive change in business and industry. You will join a team of fellow students and experienced faculty who work together to serve the world as corporate professionals. You will have opportunities to participate in team projects and presentations, career fairs, and international trips, and you will be connected to prospective employers through our global alumni network. Whatever your passion, you can discover your future as a world business leader here.

Majors Accounting Cybersecurity Finance Information Systems International Business Management Marketing Sports Analytics

Master's degrees Business Administration Information Systems Organizational Leadership

Hometown: Esquipalus, Guatemala Major: Marketing and Information Systems Academic Achievements: Alpha Chi honor society, Honors College Graduate with Distinction Involvement: American Marketing Association, American Studies Institute, Latin Fest 2022, Society for the Advancement of Management, Walton International Scholarship Program Social Club: TNT Service: Educating for Life president, Smiles for Christ officer, Honors College service director

Mike Allen

Management chair and professor, M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology “We are preparing students on a broad spectrum to be out in the real world. We tell students today that on average they will work six careers and 25 jobs, and three of those careers haven’t even been invented yet.”

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Name: Aurelio Coxaj

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Adventuring

World

D I S C O V E R YO U R

Travel can transform the way you view yourself, your faith, your neighbors and the world we share. Whether you’re snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, ordering gelato in Italian or exploring the British Museum, you'll gain confidence and develop skills in critical thinking and cultural literacy. Doing it all with your friends and trusted faculty mentors is a life-changing experience. Choose to spend a semester abroad at one of our six international locations or enjoy a short-term experience that is more specific to your interests.

Programs Semester-long Australasia Europe

Bison Athletes in Training Educators Abroad

Florence

College of Business Administration in London

Greece

Honors College

Latin America

Mostly Music

Zambia Department-specific Art and Design

Scholars Abroad (for incoming freshmen)

Biochemistry

Audra Pleasant

Executive director of international programs, J.D., Pepperdine University School of Law

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Education DISCOVER

With your desire to nurture hearts and mold minds and the knowledge and real world training you will gain, you will be well equipped to live out your inspired purpose.

As a future educator, you can choose from more than 23 programs that will prepare you for Christian service to children, families and communities. Our experienced faculty will walk alongside you as you prepare to navigate today’s educational challenges and bring hope to many. You will find lifelong professional partners who are committed to providing mentorship, resources and opportunities throughout your educational experience and beyond in your own classroom.

Majors

Early Childhood/Special Education Integrated (B-K) Education Studies (Nonlicensure) Elementary Education, K-6 Middle Level Education, 4-8 English/Language Arts/ Math English/Language Arts/ Science English/Language Arts/ Social Sciences Math/Science Science/Social Sciences Social Sciences/Math

Master's degrees

Excellence in Teaching Organizational Leadership Curriculum and Instruction Educational Leadership Reading with Dyslexia Endorsement Special Education Administration Special Education K-12 Teaching

Educational Specialist degree Educational Leadership

Doctoral degree Leadership

Usenime Akpanudo

Education professor, director of research initiatives, Ed.D., Eastern Michigan University

“We take great pride in our large network of alumni and friends with whom we partner to be sure our candidates can find their place in the world of education.”

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Name: Celena Mercer Hometown: Anderson, Indiana Major: Middle-Level Science and Social Sciences Education Internship: Teaching intern at Riverview Junior High School in Searcy, Arkansas — seventh and eighth grade science Academic Achievements: Dean’s List, American Studies Institute Distinguished Scholar, Nu Lambda Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi education honor society, Summa Cum Laude graduate Service: Bisons for Christ

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Humanities DISCOVER

Central to Harding’s curriculum, the humanities invite you to examine society and culture through critical thinking and sound judgment. You will explore other cultures through history, literature and language.

Storytelling will spark your imagination as you discover who you are and who you might become. Our exceptional professors will challenge and encourage you to communicate and collaborate, setting you up for success in a variety of careers or graduate programs.

You will learn to articulate thought, connecting the world with the individual and cultivating a greater understanding of the human experience.

Majors Advertising American Studies Applied French (Second major only) Applied Spanish (Second major only) Communication Studies English English (Teacher licensure) English and Business Communication English and Creative Writing Film French French (Teacher licensure) Foreign Language and Missions History

Humanities Integrated Marketing Communication Interdisciplinary Studies International Studies Media Production Multimedia Journalism Political Science Public Administration Public Relations Social Science Social Science (Teacher licensure) Spanish Spanish (Teacher licensure)

Master's degree History

Nathaniel Wiewora

History and political science professor, graduate program director Ph.D., University of Delaware

“These students want to be lights to the world, to bring positive change.

They come here to learn and grow and then they go off to serve their communities and the wider world.”

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Name: Luke Ziegler Hometown: Fort Smith, Arkansas Major: History and Spanish Academic Achievements: Student Undergraduate Research Fund grant, Dean's List, American Studies Institute Distinguished Scholar, Phi Sigma Iota foreign languages honor society, Omicron Delta Kappa honor society, Phi Alpha Theta history honor society, Arkansas Governor's Distinguished scholar, Honors College Involvement: Student Association vice president,“Tenor of Our Times” aesthetics editor Social Club: TNT and beau for Ju Go Ju, Spring Sing director

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Go Bisons!

Team

D I S C O V E R YO U R

With Bison athletics, you can enjoy healthy competition, show your school spirit and enhance your overall wellness.

In addition to 18 NCAA Division II sports, intramural and travel club sports give you the opportunity to compete with your friends and teams from other schools. Achieve your personal wellness goals in our world-class Ganus Activities Complex where you can enjoy swimming, weight lifting, walking, playing racquetball and more.

NCAA Division II Sports

Travel Club Sports

Baseball Basketball Cross-Country Football Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (indoor and outdoor) Volleyball

Disc Golf Esports Fishing Flag Football Pickleball Soccer Swimming Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball

Intramural Sports Basketball Flag Football Soccer Softball Volleyball

Greg Harris

Kinesiology professor and Lady Bison soccer coach, Ph.D., University of Louisiana at Monroe

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Fine Arts DISCOVER

The arts have helped form the foundation of Harding’s curriculum for nearly a century. Here, you will find people who share your love of creative expression and train you — through hands-on learning experiences — to cultivate your storytelling skills in a variety of media. In art and design you will illustrate your ideas and observations and bring the extraordinary to life. Music allows you to explore cultures and emotions through notes and melodies. Stories of history and humanity come to life with theatre where you recreate noble adventures and far-fetched dreams. Our accomplished faculty will equip you with skills and professionalism to prepare you for success on any stage or in any studio.

Majors

Acting Architectural Studies Art Art (Teacher licensure) Drama/Speech (Teacher licensure) Graphic Design Interior Architecture and Design Music Music Education: Instrumental (Teacher licensure)

Music Education: Vocal (Teacher licensure) Piano Performance Theatre Theatre (Teacher licensure, 7-12) Theatre Design/Production Visual Arts Studio Vocal Performance

Master's degree Architecture

Enrique Colón

Art and design professor MFA, University of Notre Dame

“Our students volunteer their services for local churches and nonprofit organizations to help promote and communicate their ideas throughout the community.”

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Name: Amelia Kretzer Hometown: Flat Gap, Kentucky Major: Visual Arts Studio Academic Achievements: Honors Scholar, Dean's List, National Merit Scholar, American Studies Institute Distinguished Scholar Involvement: Honors College Student Association vice president, American Studies Institute, Visual Aesthetics Committee, Another Planet, charter member and vice president of Studio 1924 Social Club: Delta Nu, Spring Sing director, merchandise director Service: The Pack Shack, Child Safety Center of White County

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Bible & Ministry DISCOVER

Bible and ministry courses create an experience you will share with all students on campus. Dive deeper into God’s word, learn to love his people, and discover how to share and serve in your chosen vocation and in your local church. Find a mentor among our distinguished faculty of esteemed scholars and kingdom servants. Whether you plan to serve in preaching, family and children’s ministries, women’s ministries, scholarly research or missions — or want to better incorporate your faith into another field of study — we will partner with you in building God’s kingdom throughout the world.

Majors

Master's degrees

Bible and Family Ministry Bible and Ministry Bible and Missions Missions (Second major only) Theological Studies (Second major only)

Christian Ministry Historical Theology Systematic Theology Divinity New Testament Old Testament

Doctoral degrees Ministry

Daniel Oden

Bible and ministry professor Ph.D., New York University “Regardless of whether we are preparing students for graduate school or the mission field, our curriculum is designed with internships in place. They serve in local churches or parachurch ministries that involve the very things they’re going to do in their careers.”

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Name: John Galloway Hometown: Powell, Ohio Major: Finance and Theological Studies with a Pre-Law concentration Internship: Global Outreach missions based in Quito, Ecuador, summer 2022 Academic Achievements: Alpha Chi honor society, Honors College Graduate with Distinction, American Studies Institute Scholar, National Merit Scholar, Stone-Campbell Journal Conference presenter Involvement: Spring Sing, named Harding's first Spring King Social Club: Omega Phi, spiritual life director and vice president Service: Maple House tutoring, Jacob's Place, tornado relief

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Relational

Community D I S C O V E R YO U R

Campus Life A vibrant community life is at your fingertips with options to join more than 150 clubs and organizations including 27 social clubs — our version of fraternities and sororities. Enjoy live music by local performers as well as on-campus concerts by headliners like Ben Rector, The Band CAMINO and COIN. Hear speakers like two-time national champion Tim Tebow as well as many other leaders in history, government and education.

With movie nights, trivia competitions and games in the student center, there is always something fun to do on campus.

Searcy, Arkansas Explore local restaurants and other activities in Searcy’s historic downtown. Catch a movie at the Rialto Theater; stroll through Art Alley; practice yoga at Nooma studios; or attend a Beats and Eats festival on the square complete with food trucks, live music and more.

Arkansas: The Natural State If getting outside is more your speed, experience the great outdoors in The Natural State. With more than 50 state parks that include hiking trails, mountains to climb, and rivers and lakes for fishing, you can get some fresh air and enjoy God’s beautiful creation.

Spend a day in Little Rock with even more options for shopping, dining, sports and entertainment or even make a weekend trip to Northwest Arkansas or Memphis. With so many options for fun with friends, you’ll be building relationships and making memories that will last a lifetime.

Andrea Morris

Assistant to the provost for strategic initiatives, Ph.D., George Mason University

“This community loves deeply and richly. It's genuine and real.

It's an incredible blessing that this community sees and knows people intentionally.”

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Honors DISCOVER

If you are excited about academic challenges, you will be right at home in the Honors College. As an honors student, you can customize your courses and conduct scholarly research considering important questions with real-world applications. Personal faculty mentors will support your academic goals and assist you in pursuing professional careers or exceptional graduate opportunities. Through communication, critical thinking and contribution to your community, you can discover how your inspired purpose intersects with creative solutions to life’s greatest challenges.

Honors Symposium Are you a high school junior who wants a taste of the Harding experience? Honors Symposium is a two-week summer academic program where students from all across the nation come together to grow spiritually and academically. You will be mentored by our finest professors and exceptional student counselors as you learn about how each of us fits into the world as a Christian. You also will receive three hours of university credit to give you a head start on your college education.

Jim Miller

Assistant dean of the Honors College and communication professor Ph.D., University of Tennessee “The honors curriculum provides opportunities to produce scholarly projects and creative works that contribute to their academic and professional disciplines beyond a Harding classroom.”

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Name: Grant Countess Hometown: Shelbyville, Tennessee Major: Accounting and Information Systems Honors College Graduate with Distinction Honors thesis title: “Professional Shame as Experienced by Pre-Professional Accountants” Internships: Walmart Accounting and Finance Development program Academic Achievements: Trustee Scholar, Presenter at the 2023 Society for Personality and Social Psychology Convention, Alpha Chi president, Outstanding Christian Business Student, Dean’s List Social Club: TNT, beau for Pi Theta Phi Service: Honors College Student Association officer, Lamplight Ministries, Bisons for Christ

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Supportive

Resources D I S C O V E R YO U R

You may be discovering your own path, but you’ll never walk it alone. We are committed to providing all the resources you will need to succeed academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally. From your first day on campus to your first day on the job, we’ll be here to help you every step of the way.

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Academic Resource Center

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Brackett Library

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Career Center

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Center for Professional Excellence

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Counseling Center

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Housing Office

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Office of Financial Services

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Office of Disability Services and Educational Access

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Office of Diversity Services

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Office of International Student Services

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Office of Student Life

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Public Safety

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Student Health Services

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University Bookstore

Jean-Noel Thompson Executive vice president Ph.D., Indiana University

“Our work with students is to help them interpret information through discernment and godly wisdom. They want that guidance; we must find ways to meet them where they are.”

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Admiions DISCOVER

Apply for Admission Our easy online application will take you only about 20 minutes to complete.

Plus, it's free!

Free application code: inspiredpurpose Early application period begins March 1 of your junior year of high school. harding.edu/apply Visit Campus You may think all universities are alike, but they’re not. To truly experience the unique Harding community and culture, come visit us. We are eager to arrange a personalized visit just for you! harding.edu/visit Access Scholarships Scholarships are waiting for you! Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA (studentaid.gov) starting Oct. 1. Include Harding’s federal school code: 001097. harding.edu/scholarships

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Value DISCOVER

Private does not have to mean expensive! Your college education is one of the biggest investments you’ll make. And although it is a major expense, it’s an investment that appreciates over your lifetime with a long-term impact on your career and future. At Harding, we are committed to providing you with a high quality education taught from a Christian perspective at an affordable price. Investing in Christian higher education is one of the most rewarding decisions you can make and is a financial partnership between Harding, you and your family. Harding offers a variety of scholarships and financial assistance programs to help bridge the gap between the cost of attendance and your financial resources. $60K

$54,501

$50K $40K

$33,468

$30K $20K

Private Institutions

Annual Cost

Harding University

$33,468

Samford University

$50,304

Hendrix College

$50,950

Baylor University

$54,844

Belmont University

$55,130

Rice University

$57,375

University of Tulsa

$60,554

Rhodes College

$67, 802

Texas Christian University

$72,820

Washington University in St.Louis

$83,760

State Institutions (In-state)

Annual Cost

The University of Oklahoma

$26,400*

University of Arkansas

$28,300*

Texas A&M University

$31,058

The University of Alabama

$32,054*

Harding University

$33,468

University of Tennessee

$33,950

The University of Texas at Austin

$34,174

University of Missouri

$35,864

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Competitive University Costs 2023-24

Harding University

Average private, nonprofit universities

Harding's total annual cost (including housing, food and fees) vs. the average private, nonprofit university total annual cost.

$19,558

Average annual net cost for Harding students

Harding University is an exceptional value!

Let us partner with you to invest in your inspired purpose.

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“When you are admitted to Harding, we are sending you a signal that we believe in you. When I was a student, I discovered that my faculty believed in my potential more than I did.”

Harding University President

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Inspired Purpose D I S C O V E R YO U R

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Athletics

32 David Elliott Tennis Complex 33 First Security Stadium 34 Ganus Activities Complex 35 Hatcher Indoor Soccer Center 36 Huckeba Field House 37 Intramural Football/Soccer Fields 38 Intramural Softball Fields 39 Jerry Moore Baseball Complex 40 Jim Citty Training Complex 41 Kimbrough Club House Baseball Locker Rooms 42 Marching Band Practice Field 43 Restrooms/Concession Stand 44 Rhodes-Reaves Field House 45 Softball Complex 46 Stevens Soccer Complex 47 Ted Lloyd Track

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48 Admissions Office 49 Betty Ann Watson Center (Floor 3) 50 Bookstore 51 Center for Student Success (Floor 2) 52 Counseling Center (Floor 3) 53 Financial Aid 54 Heritage Inn 55 History House 56 Linda Byrd Smith Museum of Biblical Archaeology 57 Public Safety Office 58 Student Life Office (Floor 2) 59 Testing Office (Floor 2) 60 Ulrey Engineering Shop

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Food

61 Charles White Dining Hall 62 Create Bistro 63 Food Court (Chick-Fil-A, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Panda Express, Tacker's Shake Shack) 64 Mabee Market 65 Market 66 Midnight Oil Coffee 67 Starbucks

Residential Living A Allen Hall B Armstrong Hall C Cathcart Hall D Cone Hall E Graduate Hall

F Harbin Hall G Keller Hall H Pattie Cobb Hall I Pryor Hall J Searcy Hall

K Sears Hall L Shores Hall M Stephens Hall N Women’s Laundry Facilities O Men’s Laundry Facilities

Apartments

P Center Place Apartments Q Harding Village Apartments R Legacy Student Apartments S Stafford Apartments

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Other Buildings

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Other Buildings

17 Anthony and Wright Administration Building Auditorium 18 Anthony and Wright Administration Building 19 Benson Auditorium 20 Brackett Library 21 Burks American Heritage Building 22 Hammon Student Center 23 Harding Place Retirement Center 24 Harding Press 25 Lott Tucker Physical Resource Building 26 Parking and Transportation Office 27 President's Home 28 Student Health Services 29 Ulrey Performing Arts Center 30 Wayne and Alice Ann Kellar Center for Community Engagement 31 Welcome Center

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1 American Studies Building 2 Claud Rogers Lee Building 3 Ezell Center 4 Farrar Center for Health Sciences 5 Harding Academy 6 Holland-Waller Center 7 Mabee Business Building 8 McInteer Bible and World Missions Center 9 Olen Hendrix Building 10 Pryor-England Science Center 11 Reynolds Center for Music and Communication 12 Sears Honors Center 13 South Center for Health Sciences 14 Stevens Art and Design Center 15 Swaid Center for Health Sciences 16 Thornton Education Center

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