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The Rev. Blake Stanwood named next university minister, the Rev. Kevin Hopkins retires
- April 16, 2025
Baker University is pleased to welcome the Rev. Blake Stanwood as the next university minister. Stanwood becomes Baker’s fourth university…
Biochemistry program fully accredited by national organization
- April 15, 2025
In January, the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) fully accredited Baker University’s biochemistry program.
Day of Giving exceeds fundraising goal
- April 14, 2025
Baker University’s annual Day of Giving, held on April 4, raised $162,656, surpassing the university’s $150,000 goal.
Dr. Jonathan Long, new dean of students, adds decades of experience to the Student Affairs team
- March 31, 2025
Baker University is pleased to announce Dr. Jonathan Long as the new dean of students. Long brings more than 30 years of experience in student…
Baker University Announces Dr. Jody Fournier as its 31st President
- March 24, 2025
Baker University, a premier private university rooted in liberal arts education and academic excellence, is pleased to announce Dr. Jody Fournier as…
Critical thinking key for 2025 Harter Scholar
- March 12, 2025
Baker University has named Maddilyn Rhodes the 2025 Edward Lin Harter and Sylvia Lloyd Harter Scholar. Rhodes is a senior at Putnam City North High…
Baker University names Dr. Tina Hartley as dean of College of Arts and Sciences
- March 5, 2025
Dr. Tina Hartley brings more than 35 years of leadership experience to her new role as dean of Baker University’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Nursing professor's diverse career leads to distinguished appointment
- February 23, 2025
Dr. Vicky McGrath, MBA, RN,
Two inducted into Baker Faculty Hall of Fame
- February 20, 2025
Dr. Roger Boyd, ’69, (left) and Dr. George Wiley are the latest additions to Baker University’s Faculty Hall of Fame. They were inducted at a…
Baker alumnus nominated to lead Social Security Administration (SSA)
- December 9, 2024
Frank Bisignano was nominated last week to lead the U.S. Social Security Administration. Bisignano is the chairman, president, and CEO of a leading…
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Wildcat Classic Golf Tournament – Dub’s Dread Golf Course
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