MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Faulkner University was recently ranked 4th in the nation for having the best online Master’s degree program in justice administration. The ranking through Top Criminal Justice Schools, ranked Faulkner first in Alabama and 4th nationwide out of 50…
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Owner of Blue Ridge Animal Clinic follows dream after Faulkner
After graduating from Faulkner University in 1996, Kristi Busby’s goal was to be a veterinarian. Faulkner prepared her and strengthened her faith for the mission at hand, she said. She is now the proud owner of Blue Ridge Animal Clinic in…
Susan Hammond introduced as new Department of Computer Science chair
Susan Hammond was introduced this week as the new chair of the Department of Computer Science. Hammond takes over the position from Dr. Idongesit Mkpong-Ruffin, who served as chair for 11 years. Mkpong-Ruffin stepped down as chair to coordinate department…
Graduate grows her faith at Faulkner, pursues doctorate in neuroscience
A native of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Larissa Strath came to Faulkner in 2012 with a scholarship to play on the women’s soccer team and began studying pre-medicine. Before graduating summa cum laude in 2016 with pre-med and a minor in…
Faulkner family encourages graduate to pursue doctorate of pharmacy
Anna Hatcher, 22, pushed through adversity to get into pharmacy school with the encouragement from her professors and friends at Faulkner. Hatcher graduated from Faulkner in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in biology and because of the helpful words and prayers of her peers, is…
Understanding (And Choosing From) Our Cognate Courses
In order to cater to our diverse and ever-growing student population, Faulkner University is proud to offer a diverse selection of educational programs. But while many programs offer precisely specialized education, cognates provide an opportunity to expand your expertise even…
Faulkner grad lands IT Systems Analyst spot with major corporation
John Wooley accepted a position as a IT Systems Analyst at Sedgwick CMS after graduating from Faulkner in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in informatics. He was recently recognized as the Young Alumnus of the Year for the College…
The Busy Online Student’s Guide to Meal Planning
Faulkner University students know that balancing online studies with work and family life isn’t always easy, and pursuing an online degree program in addition to your everyday routine can leave you with little time to accomplish other essential tasks, like…
Alabama's top radiation physicist thanks Faulkner's Christian values
Paul Sullivan is now the senior radiation physicist for Office of Radiation Control under the Alabama Department of Public Health after graduating from Faulkner University in 2007. He left his home in Tallahassee, Florida to gain a Bachelor of Science in mathematics. Sullivan…
Pursuing an Online Degree in Adulthood: A Positive Experience
If you’re planning to further your education, you may be feeling nervous about the time and effort these additional studies require. Fortunately, the rise of online education has made pursuing a degree easier and more convenient than ever. Faulkner University…