As a youngster, Steve Phillips watched his older brother Donny play baseball for the Alabama Christian College (ACC) Eagles in the late 1960s with Coach Henry Wright. The Phillips family also attended basketball games in the new Tine Davis Gym…
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The Importance of Choosing an Accredited College for Your Online Education
If you are considering your options for online education, we recommend that you only choose accredited online colleges. There are a multitude of advantages associated with accreditation, including access to federal financial aid programs and the marketability of credentials when…
Athletic Corner: “Coach Donahoo” Remembered
By Robin “Bird” Bradford Edward (Ed) Welch Donahoo was affectionately known by many as “Coach Donahoo.” He positively impacted hundreds of lives through his many friendships, service in the church, coaching career and mentoring young people. He grew up playing sports…
College of Health Science’s NSSLHA Student Organization Receives National Recognition
The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) Chapter at Faulkner University has been awarded Gold Chapter Honors for attaining a distinguished level of achievement in the areas of member recruitment and engagement, community outreach and service, legislative advocacy and…
Karen Pirtle, Four-Time Teacher of the Year Recipient, Honored
Faulkner College of Education graduate, Karen Pirtle is making a difference in her classroom and her efforts have not gone unnoticed as she has been named Teacher of Year not once, not twice, but four times. She has been an…
Founders Day: The Greer Family and their Love for Christian Education
Over 100 years ago, a humble wagon train lumbered down from the hills of Tennessee to the virgin forests of Elmore and Montgomery Counties along the Alabama River as a young family looked for a fresh start. The wagons belonged…
Strategies to Overcome Challenges With Online Discussion Boards
Students engaged with online degree programs understand there are challenges inherent in discussion boards. However, these can be effective tools that allow students to participate in classroom discussions and provide deeper engagement with faculty members. By making sure the requirements…
Faulkner University Confers Honorary Doctor of Ministry to Dr. Fred Gray
Faulkner University President Mitch Henry and Faulkner leadership conferred an Honorary Doctor of Ministry to Dr. Fred Gray during the university’s spring commencement ceremony on May 4, 2024. This year’s annual Faulkner University graduation ceremony was not only a celebration…
Tips for Building a Relationship With Faculty in Online Degree Programs
When students are at the beginning of their educational journey, they don’t always realize that long-lasting connections with faculty members are important. As students make progress toward advanced degree programs or start applying for jobs in a new field, letters…
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Delivers Faulkner University’s Commencement Address
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – More than 100 Faulkner University students had the special privilege of having Alabama Governor Kay Ivey deliver their commencement address at Saturday’s graduation ceremony. Ivey’s speech was a part of the 10 a.m. ceremony on May 4, 2024 in Tine…