Spartan Love Stories
In honor of Valentine’s month, these are a few of the love stories from couples within the Missouri Baptist University community. Each love story is beautiful, unique and worth sharing. These couples have learned invaluable wisdom from each other and their relationship, demonstrating that they are better, and happier, together. Emilee and Jake Messer […]
A Month of Love: Black History Celebrations at MBU
Editor’s Note: This story was written February 2024 by then-editor for MBU Timeline, Audrey Bosse, and it still resonates this month as we celebrate Black History Month. By Audrey Bosse: February 2024 The month of February is often centered around romantic love, but at Missouri Baptist University, there is a newfound focus on love, belonging […]
How to Go From Student to Top Tier Coach
Kelsey Ward’s journey from elite skater to one of Missouri’s top coaches is marked by resilience, technical expertise, and a passion for teaching. After a career-ending injury at 16, she shifted to coaching, where her competitive background and positive energy have shaped countless skaters. Her students credit her guidance for their success. From national titles […]
Domino’s Takes Top Spot in Missouri Baptist University Pizza Poll
Domino’s led the informal campus poll with six votes, while Little Caesars, East Coast Pizza, Papa Johns and Imo’s formed a crowded second tier as students and staff shared a wide range of preferences spanning national chains, St. Louis-style staples and hometown favorites. Domino’s is the clear favorite among Missouri Baptist University students asked […]
Behind the Scenes of Missouri Baptist University’s Beloved Perk Event
At Missouri Baptist University, one of the most treasured annual traditions is thePerk Event, an on-campus concert series that has been a highlight of student life for 28 years. The event features live music, games, food and coffee. While students gather each year to enjoy the performances, games and refreshments, a dedicated production team works […]
Katie Russell Positively Affects Students at MBU and Beyond
A true unsung hero at Missouri Baptist University, certainly according to the students she has worked with, would be Katie Russell, who after four dedicated years counseling students at MBU, is leaving for new challenges at another area college. Katie Russell, an academic advisor at Missouri Baptist University, has become a lifeline for countless […]
Standing Strong: Securing Student Safety Through Self-Defense
Missouri Baptist University’s Public Safety Department is offering free self-defense classes to help students build confidence, awareness and personal safety skills. Led by Officer Dayne Edinger, a martial artist with over 30 years of experience and a Taekwondo school owner, the program teaches practical techniques such as strikes, kicks, wrist control and ground defense. After […]
Spartan Fridays Welcomed Prospective Students to MBU
MBU hosted Spartan Fridays for prospective students to visit the university and be involved in true campus life. The experiences ran from 2020-2022 and lasted from 9 a.m. until noon on various Fridays throughout the fall semesters.
Racing Into the Outdoor Track Season
The Missouri Baptist University track & field team kicked off their outdoor season with a trip to Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, MO, on March 25. While the meet included both running and field events, this photo gallery showcases the track side of track & field.
Fifth Annual Faith and Research Conference Reaching New Heights
After breaking all previous records for scope, presenters and attendance last year, this year’s Faith and Research Conference will be focusing on mind, body and spirit as Christian faith intersects with academic research over the course of two days this spring, April 13-14, on the campus of Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis.