Corey Carey Named JBU Dean of Residence Life SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (May 6, 2024) – John Brown University has named Corey Carey the university’s next dean of residence life beginning July 1.As dean, Carey will manage all aspects of traditional undergraduate campus residence life, including supervising residence hall staff, hall programming, facilities management, housing processes and community expectations.“What an amazing opportunity it is to serve the students, faculty, and staff in this exciting role as the dean of residence life,” Carey said. “I am passionate about discipleship, loving people well, and working to foster a community that empowers people to honor God and serve others. I look forward to engaging in ministry with the JBU community.”Carey will also work closely with Anne Tohme, the vice president for student development, and supervise student activities and other areas of student development based on team needs and fit.“I am excited about all Corey will bring to the position, Student Development, and our students,” said Tohme. “Corey’s humility, discipleship focus, experience, collaborative spirit, love for students, and commitment to the mission of JBU all position him well for this important leadership role. I look forward to working with Corey and welcoming him to the student development team.”Carey was a missionary at Rift Valley Academy Boarding School in Kijabe, Kenya, for 10 years as residence life coordinator and dorm parent. He also served, with his wife Tiffany, as missionaries in residence at JBU, counseling missionary kids and international students. Carey holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology from Western Colorado University and will finish his Master's in Organizational Management and Leadership from JBU in August 2024.John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. May 6, 2024
JBU Construction Management Students Awarded Top Position in Ethics Competition SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (May 1, 2024) – The JBU Construction Management team was awarded the top position in the written report category of the virtual Ethics competition hosted by the American Institute of Constructors on April 12. The JBU ethics team also secured third place in the oral presentation segment.The ethics team members were junior Bryce O'Dell, sophom*ore Amanda Riedy, junior Benjamin Vaughn and junior Nick Ware.During the event, JBU's team addressed various ethical and industry-related issues before a panel of AIC Collegiate members representing institutions nationwide.The ethical concerns were framed within a case scenario, allowing the JBU team to dissect and explain why such industry practices were deemed unethical."I thought it was a pretty awesome opportunity to practice approaching a new problem with a solid team," said Vaughn. "It was especially fun to figure out how to compartmentalize the problem and divvy out the work in a manner that played to each member’s respective strengths."Participation in the competition was open to accredited schools in the U.S. offering construction management programs.The team first submitted a response paper for the initial round of the competition, followed by the virtual presentation against three other teams."Participating in the ethics competition was a fantastic opportunity to bring diverse perspectives to the table," said Riedy. "It underscored the importance of considering varied viewpoints in ethical decision-making processes while representing women in construction."John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. May 1, 2024
JBU, Upskill NWA Partnership to Help Underemployed Adults Become Nurses SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (Mar. 28, 2024) – John Brown University is partnering with Upskill NWA to create a referral and support system to assist and support underemployed adults who want to earn a Bachelor's degree in nursing.The partnership will increase access and success rates of participants through a strengthened and guided recruitment, onboarding, advising and academic support process.The program is open to both new and current JBU nursing students who meet Upskill NWA's eligibility requirements."Upskill NWA is proud to partner with the esteemed John Brown University to help provide our western Benton County residents with even more support as they pursue their dreams to have a high demand, high wage career in nursing," said Carol Moralez, president and CEO of Upskill NWA.Upskill NWA will assign each participant a career navigator to provide individual case management services to assist students, as well as cover the cost of tuition, tutoring, textbooks and supplies for each participant for the duration of their enrollment.JBU will assist Upskill NWA in connecting participants to supportive services at JBU and work to identify student scholarships and referrals for participants."We are thrilled to collaborate with Upskill NWA to empower aspiring nurses," said Natasha Trotter, department chair of nursing at JBU. "Together, we aim to cultivate a nurturing environment where students can thrive and fulfill their potential in the nursing field, ultimately contributing to the betterment of healthcare and our community."To see the eligibility requirements for the program, please visit https://upskillnwa.com/apply#eligibility-requirements.For information on JBU's nursing program, please visit www.jbu.edu/nursing.John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. March 28, 2024
JBU Graduate Counseling Program Receives CACREP Accreditation SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (Mar. 8, 2024) – John Brown University's graduate counseling program received accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs.CACREP Accreditation provides recognition that the content and quality of the program has been evaluated and meets standards set by the profession.The Board of Directors of the Council for CACREP met January 11-13, 2024, and decided to accredit the clinical mental health counseling program at JBU."We are very proud of achieving CACREP accreditation as it affirms the quality of our counseling program and its faculty, staff, students and graduates," said Chris Hull, department chair of graduate counseling. "This accreditation provides our graduates with a smoother and simpler pathway to achieving professional counseling licensure in most states across America."The Board based the accreditation decision on an extensive review of the self-study documents, the site review team’s report, and the institution’s response to the site review team’s report.The accreditation runs through March 31, 2032, and provides retroactive recognition for program graduates that extends back to January 13, 2022."The 10 year cycle also ensures that hundreds of JBU counseling students will earn a degree from a nationally recognized program at a faith-based institution and thus, be better able to honor God and serve others through the counseling profession," Hull said.For more information about the JBU counseling program, please visit https://www.jbu.edu/graduate/degree-programs/ms-counseling/.John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. March 8, 2024
JBU Adds Bachelor's Program in Artificial Intelligence SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (Feb. 19, 2024) — John Brown University announced a new undergraduate degree in artificial intelligence, beginning in the fall of 2024, making it the first Christian university in the U.S. to offer a bachelor's in the field.According to Bloomberg Intelligence, the current generative AI market is approximately $40 billion and is expected to grow to $1.3 trillion by 2032. While AI has come to the forefront of more discussions with the public launch of programs like ChatGPT, it has been in use for decades, and most people use it every day without thinking about it. AI impacts everyday life, from real-time traffic monitoring in navigation apps to smart-home devices, search engine algorithms, banking fraud alerts and spell-check software. “AI has enormous potential to improve health care, make education more accessible, improve economic health, increase online child safety and much more,” said Ted Song, Ph.D., JBU’s chief innovation officer. “JBU’s Christ-centered approach to education will empower our alumni to enter the field, not just with technical skills but with a strong perspective on the ethical use of AI.”JBU added a minor in artificial intelligence in 2023, but with the growing interest in the field, the university has made it available as a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree. Only about a dozen universities in the U.S. offer a full bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence, instead many colleges only offer a concentration or certification within a broader computer science based degree.Students in JBU’s AI degree program can incorporate the AI degree with other academic interests such as business, data analytics, engineering, mathematics and natural sciences.“The artificial intelligence major will teach students to think and solve real-world problems using logic and technology from a Christian worldview,” said Justus Selwyn, Ph.D., chair of the computer science department. “In an era of rapid technological advancement, students passionate about innovations are welcomed to join our team to become AI technocrats and valuable solution providers to the dynamic world of AI." For more information about the program, visit jbu.edu/majors/artificial-intelligence or email Justus Selwyn at jselwyn@jbu.edu . John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. February 19, 2024
Tohme Named VP for Student Development at John Brown University SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (Feb. 14, 2024) – John Brown University has named Anne Tohme the university’s next vice president for student development. Tohme, an alumna of JBU, is slated to begin the role on July 1 and succeeds Steve Beers, Ph.D., who is retiring after serving as VPSD since 1998.As VPSD, Tohme will lead JBU’s residence life program, the student counseling center, health services, career development, the Office of Christian Formation, student activities and campus safety.“I look forward to contributing to a mission I resonate with so deeply. It is sweet to return to a place that so profoundly impacted my own life and be able to give back and foster that growth and transformation in the lives of today’s JBU students,” said Tohme. “I am passionate about holistic education, discipleship and Christ-centered community. It is with great gratitude and excitement that my family and I join the work and ministry of JBU.”Tohme will also serve on the President’s Cabinet, a nine-person team that works with JBU President Chip Pollard to set the strategic direction for JBU and oversee and implement planning, major initiatives and policies.“Anne’s extensive experience in student development, her heart for students, and her commitment to discipleship will be an asset to JBU’s holistic approach to developing students spiritually, emotionally, mentally and academically,” said Pollard. “We’re excited to welcome her back to the JBU community, and I look forward to working with her.”Tohme has been vice president for student life at Warner University in Lake Wales, Florida, since 2020. Before that, she served for 17 years in various student development roles at Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois. She holds a Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School with a concentration in educational ministries and a bachelor’s in business administration from JBU.John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. February 14, 2024
JBU Awards Six Full-Tuition Presidential Scholarships SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (Feb. 13, 2024) - John Brown University awarded the final three Presidential Scholarships this past week to Darissa Ennes from Monet, Missouri; Citlali Oritz Tinajero from Rogers, Arkansas; and Abrie Ables from Malvern, Arkansas.Each year, JBU hosts a Scholarship Competition in November and February and invites prospective students who qualify based on academic performance. The competition includes rigorous interviews conducted by various faculty and staff on the JBU campus.From the two weekends, JBU awarded Presidential Scholarships to six students who demonstrated great academic achievement as well as social and spiritual maturity. The scholarship is valued at $120,000, awarded over four years.The other three Presidential Scholarship winners announced in the fall were Ryane Owens from Bixby, Oklahoma; Luis Chojolan from Guatemala; and Grace Higley from Bentonville, Arkansas.JBU also awarded more than $4 million in Chancellor's Scholarships to some of the students that participated in the competition.For more information on scholarships at JBU, please visit jbu.edu/scholarships.John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. February 14, 2024
John Brown University to Accelerate Cybersecurity Program with Support from Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation SILOAM SPRINGS, Arkansas (Jan. 9, 2024) – John Brown University will accelerate the growth of the university’s cybersecurity program and help develop local talent to meet workforce needs. A $6.5 million grant from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation will establish an endowment with $3 million designated to fund student scholarships, $2 million for technology and $1.5 million for a full-time program faculty. “There is a critical need for cybersecurity professionals in Arkansas,” said JBU President Chip Pollard. “JBU undergraduate and master-level students will benefit greatly from the dedicated faculty, the up-to-date software and hardware, and the scholarships this generous grant provides.” In 2020, JBU became the only university in Northwest Arkansas to offer a bachelor’s degree incybersecurity. In these early years, the program has approximately doubled its student numbers each fall. “JBU’s holistic approach to education empowers our graduates to master not just the technical knowledge but also develop the ability to solve problems, think critically and communicate thoughtfully,” said Ted Song, Ph.D., chief innovation officer at JBU. “Industry leaders tell us that JBU graduates have the soft skills that make them great leaders as they grow in the profession.” JBU’s bachelor of science in cybersecurity is available in the university’s traditional on-campus program and afully online formatdesigned for working adults. The school also offers MBA andM.S. programsin cybersecurity, which students can start during their undergraduate studies and complete in just one additional year through JBU’s accelerated master’s program. Song says that the 4 + 1 track has been vital in recruiting high school students interested in this growing industry. The $6.5 million grant is the second-largest gift to JBU’s Steadfast Faith capital campaign. The campaign seeks to strengthen JBU’s mission for the future by raising $100 million for academic programs, construction projects, scholarships and operations. To date, JBU has received $67 million from donors. Read more about the campaign atjbu.edu/steadfast-faith. John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers over 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, business, computer science, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education. January 8, 2024
