Exceeding the Role

Two-time captain of the Missouri Baptist University men’s lacrosse team has set the example both on and off the field for his teammates as he leads them toward a third straight NAIA National Invitational Tournament appearance in his senior season. The National Invitational is set for May 7. Photos by

Why Dress with Less?

In the world of fashion, modesty is too often losing its importance, but maybe it’s time to shine some light on a different take on style, with looks that show you off without showing everything off, proving modesty and style can coexist quite effectively.

Stringing Together Intricate Works of Art

Inspired by complexity and possibility, John Wood spends hours pursuing his passion to create abstract string art with big aspirations for the future.

Men’s Lacrosse Adds New Coaching Staff for 2018 Season

The Missouri Baptist University men’s lacrosse family grew a little bigger this season with the addition of a Huntersville, North Carolina, native who intends to push the program toward its first championship ring. Photo by Pete Hinden Missouri Baptist University sophomore attackman Sean Hess carries the ball under pressure during

Yikes! I Have the Yips!

When the “yips” strike, athletes struggle with doing something they’ve done for years, but most athletes don’t know what the condition is or what causes it. Photo courtesy of Eglin Air Force Base A softball pitcher stretches out before beginning a game. Pitchers are among the many athletes who find

Rising for Costa Rica

A Missouri Baptist University incoming freshman already has her career plans laid out in front of her as a full-time missionary, with her sights set specifically on the people of Costa Rica.

132 Million Stories — 132,000,000

Orphans are the most vulnerable and often the most forgotten members of our society. What would change if we decided to not be discouraged by alarming statistics but instead looked at each individual story as an opportunity to change a life?

ABC … Easy as 1,2,3 … All For Unity

The Association of Black Collegians aims to bring cultural and ethnic awareness to the campus of Missouri Baptist University, while shining a positive light on the challenges and issues that affect us all as brothers and sisters in Christ.

Can’t Buy Love, But You Can Pack It

Rebecca and Jay Fox have a love for children that reaches far beyond their own family as they are now designated as a “safe family,” which is part of a national  movement called, “Safe Families for Children,” where families volunteer to temporarily host children in critical circumstances.

Sharing Christ Through Loss, Love and Leadership

Perhaps you have seen her walking around campus leading a prospective-student tour or heard her lively, one-of-a-kind laugh from down the hall. Today, Melanie Laurence opens her heart to what drives her passions for MBU.