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3 + 1 Ed Program
Louisiana Christian University launches innovative 3+1 Advanced Education Degree by Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)—Louisiana Christian University launched an innovative 3+1 plan that leads to two degrees in four years. The new Advanced Education Degree offers a bachelor’s degree in three years and a master’s in the fourth year. The Bachelor/Master of Teaching 3+1 pathway…
Read MoreInnocence Lost
Our thanks to The Town Talk for permission to publish this article written by Melinda Martinez, who also supplied photos. INNOCENCE LOST: Child Holocaust survivor asks young people to remember atrocities By Melinda Martinez Alexandria Town Talk “When I do this and speak to people — young people like yourselves, it’s up to you. It’s up to…
Read MoreROI on LCU BA ranks 4th & 5th in LA
by Norm Miller A Bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Christian University has the 4th highest return on investment (ROI) among private colleges in Louisiana and 5th highest among public schools offering BAs according to a Nov. 14 press release from Georgetown University. The release cites a report — “A First Try at ROI: Ranking 4,500 Colleges”…
Read MoreLCU’s TEACH marked by innovations and effectiveness
by Norm Miller The 2018 Board of Regents Fact Book reports that Louisiana Christian University in Pineville leads the state with the largest number of teachers alternatively prepared who earned highly effective ratings in both professional practice and student growth outcomes during 2014–2017. Dr. Amy Craig, Dean of Louisiana Christian University’s School of Education, notes…
Read MoreHonoring the Hixsons
Members of the Hixson family standing by the historical marker are (left to right): Emma and Paul Hixson, and Lauren Hixson Phillips with John and Sheila Hixson. (Norm Miller photo) Hixson donors honored at Founders Day By Norm Miller Louisiana Christian University honored Carroll and Elizabeth Hixson on its annual Founders Day celebration Oct. 24 by unveiling…
Read MoreStudent finds family & faith
Samantha Downey is a psychology major from Redondo Beach, California, and was heavily recruited to play collegiate softball. She chose LCU because of the new challenge and a change of scene. Meeting the softball team allayed one apprehension Downey had: “I knew I’d be far from my family, but I’m still going to have family…
Read MorePresident’s Leadership Award
Louisiana Christian University trustees approve President’s Leadership Award by Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)–Louisiana Christian University’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved a scholarship called the President’s Leadership Award in their Oct. 28 meeting. Desiring to reward students who have demonstrated Christian character and leadership abilities, as well as academic skills, LCU President Dr. Rick Brewer…
Read MoreAlum underwrites Computer Science classroom
Louisiana Christian University unveils computer science classroom By Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)–Thanks to the generosity of alumnus Don Hill and Terry, his wife, Louisiana Christian University in Pineville unveiled a newly equipped and remodeled Computer Science classroom, Oct. 18. “I am deeply grateful that Don and Terry recognize the importance of Louisiana Christian University’s…
Read More$2.2M grant awarded
by Norm Miller Louisiana Christian University received a $2.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to help expand online education capacity and quality. A Sept. 27 press release from Representative Ralph Abraham’s office said, “The education of our nation’s youth is among my highest priorities and I’m glad to see these federal dollars…
Read MoreCampus Study: 1 Peter
by Norm Miller Dr. Don Wilton launched the year-long study of 1 Peter at Louisiana Christian University as he preached the college’s annual revival Sept. 17-19. Wilton, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Spartanburg, South Carolina, challenged students to make life-changing decisions for Jesus during the opening day of the revival. He told students…
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