Wesleyan Higher Education engaging in multiethnic opportunities
Colleges and universities within The Wesleyan Church are implementing strategies and initiatives to support multicultural environments.
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Houghton College founded through faithful prayers
A canal boat captain prayed over the area, asking that the place “someday be as noted for its righteousness as it is now for its wickedness.”
IWU School of Nursing receives reaccreditation
Indiana Wesleyan University recently received official notice of its reaccreditation with the Indiana State Board of Nursing (ISBN) for its nursing program.
Wesley Seminary names new associate vice president
Aaron Wilkinson, who had worked as Wesley Seminary’s first director of admissions under Dr. Wayne Schmidt’s leadership, will start this new position January 1.
Houghton College Online adds psychology concentrations
Students in Houghton College’s online psychology program will soon have three new academic tracks from which to choose.
Houghton College introduces The Houghton Promise
The Houghton Promise is a pledge to incoming students, an assurance regarding affordability, accountability, acceleration, academic quality and authentic spiritual formation.
Ministerial students encouraged at College Day 2017
Ministerial students from five Wesleyan colleges and universities learned more about the denomination at the annual College Day held at The Wesleyan Church Headquarters.
Joseph named dean at Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University
Dr. Abson Joseph, currently a professor of New Testament and ancient languages at Indiana Wesleyan University’s School of Theology and Ministry, has been named the new dean of Wesley Seminary.
WIWU-TV debuts “IWU Best Lecture”
The first season of “IWU Best Lecture” includes topics such as immigration policy, Martin Luther’s legacy on the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, how to read the Bible and more.
Houghton College opens Utica extension site
Sixteen students from Burma will have the opportunity to receive a degree at the new Houghton College Utica (New York).
Houghton College President Named a Power 100 Woman
Dr. Shirley Mullen has been recognized as a woman who fosters change in Western New York.
Approved Seminaries
Wesley Seminary at IWU and other approved seminaries are General Board recommended institutions, listed here
Forbes Magazine Recognizes Houghton as a 2017 Top College
Houghton was one of 31 Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) member schools included on the list.
Overcoming Obstacles: Wesleyan College Student Feature
Dezaray and Matt are just two of the more than 18,000 students who are enrolled in Wesleyan colleges and universities each year. Their stories of overcoming obstacles to obtain their degrees are both inspiring and compelling.
Ministerial Preparation
Pastors have the rare honor of ministering to people at the most significant moments of their lives. We desire to prepare, develop and equip knowledgeable, skilled, and spirit-filled ministers for such moments. Learn more about the call to ministry.
College Transition is Not an Isolated Event
Here are some practical ways to make the transition to college easier on everyone.
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”Together we can do it”
Fourteen members of the first Wesley Seminary cohort in Bogota, Colombia, have been awarded master of divinity degrees.
Lucas named chancellor of IWU-National and Global
Creating a certificate of education responding to a specific need for adult learners within the state of Oregon is just one of the many accomplishments of Matt Lucas.
Professor retires after 35 years at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Dr. Gary Cockerill’s tenure at Wesley Biblical Seminary has included his years as a professor and author with many notable accomplishments.
Sanctifying Context
Higher education is facing significant challenges but these challenges have prompted reflection on the purpose of Christian higher education in particular.
Houghton’s Oakerson receives high honor
Dr. Ron Oakerson continues to build on the partnership between Houghton and Sierra Leone, which was established originally by Wesleyan missionaries connected to the college.
IWU names VP for university advancement
An Indiana native, Dr. Chris Young is returning to his alma mater with a myriad of leadership opportunities behind him as preparation for this role.
Joan Phillippe passes
Joan Phillippe is remembered for her teaching and music gifts, dedication to family, support of her husband Tom’s ministries, and for philanthropy to the church, missions, and higher education.
