My Life Story: Devasting News Leads To Overcoming Adversity
This Is My Story . Every 2-3 per 1,000 live births of children are diagnosed with cerebral palsy within the first two years of life My name is Drew Lawrence, and I am a junior at Missouri Baptist University. At 5 months of age, I was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy (CP), which affects […]
Goodbye to the Production of Pennies
Pennies are no longer being minted by the U.S. Treasury, causing feelings of nostalgia and raising questions about other coins and a potentially cashless future. This article explores why I believe this is dangerous for some people but not worrisome for most Americans. As of 2025, the U.S. penny has been rendered obsolete and […]
Kicking off Homecoming: Pursuing Faith and Community
Part 3— Homecoming is here! As we kick off Day 2 of Homecoming, we recognize the significance of this annual tradition. Not only do MBU students enjoy games, activities and events, but they come together as a community to glorify God and enjoy His creation. In this post, we highlight campus favorites from last year, […]
More Memories From Homecoming 2025
Part 2— As we count down the days to Homecoming 2026, we look back on special memories and moments from last year, including Spartacus’ birthday party, the Alumni Awards, thePerk event, and the Homecoming football game. *All photos courtesy of University Communications HOMECOMING 2026 Monday, September 21 Blue and White Donuts […]
Counting Down to Homecoming: A Look Back at 2025
Students current and past gather together each year for Homecoming at Missouri Baptist University, from antique rugs on the floor of Muncy Gym at the Perk Event, to the football game on Saturday at Spartan Field. Today’s photo gallery kicks off a series of galleries over the next few days, featuring snapshots from last year’s […]
From Memory to History: Remembering September 11, 2001
25 YEARS AGO TODAY The world changed… September 11, 2001. Many people over a certain age can remember exactly where we were when we heard the news of the Twin Towers being attacked by terrorists who hijacked commercial airline jets and flew them into the two iconic American buildings, killing 2,753 people. But as […]
Freedom and Fireworks: America’s 250th Independence Day
In 1776, America broke free from the British monarchy. Songs are sung about this day, decorations are bought and workers get the day off. This is all thanks to one document: the Declaration of Independence. Now we celebrate this monumental occurrence in the most American way possible: fireworks, parties and barbeque. This year is extra […]
Meet the Mastermind Behind Timeline’s New Look
As a student, Isabel Rinkenberger revamped the MBU Timeline website. Now, she remains involved while working remotely across the country. Her talent, creativity and leadership have made her an unsung hero at Missouri Baptist University. This fall, MBU Timeline underwent a massive transformation. The outdated website was scratched, and editors went back to the […]
Interviewing 101: Navigating Job Interviews as a College Student
As the class of 2026 gets closer to graduation, they are also preparing for a multitude of job interviews. This can feel scary and overwhelming, especially for inexperienced interviewees. This advice from MBU staff members will help job-seekers stress less and adequately prepare. Job interview– two words that make many people cringe in fear, […]
Snowy Landscapes to Warm Your Heart This Winter
A snowstorm and below-freezing temperatures hit many areas of the United States on Jan. 28, 2026, including the St. Louis area. Although many places shut down, and people were forced to stay home, the snowy scenes, both on MBU’s campus and throughout the St. Louis region, provided beauty. Amidst the cold, dark season of winter, […]