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A Heart of Gratitude
My favorite author, Charles Dickens, once wrote, “Reflect upon your present blessings of which every man has many – not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.” When I reflect the past year it’s so hard to remember the blessing before the...
Remembering Dr. Thomas Farrell
The Maranatha family grieves with the family of Dr. Thomas Clay Farrell who passed away Monday, July 26, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Regina, children, Ben, Beth, and Becky. Please be in prayer for his wife, children, and grandchildren during this time. Dr....
Online Adjunct Faculty Member Passes Away
The Maranatha family grieves with the family of Dr. Jeffrey Peal, of Taylorsville, North Carolina, who passed away unexpectedly in Ohio on Monday, July 19, 2021, in an automobile accident. Dr. Peal taught in Maranatha Baptist University’s Master of Organizational...
The Value of Co-curricular Activities
In recent years, the virtues of the “college experience” have come into question. To some, the advantages of living on campus and taking classes in person pale in comparison to the financial benefits of remote education options. The move seems to make sense.  But the...
The Value of Elective Courses
One of the biggest things colleges emphasize is choosing your major. This makes perfect sense, because what else would you graduate with? Your major is your focus, the path you’ve decided to follow toward a future job.  However, college electives are usually left out...
Campus Update | Summer 2021
Summer is typically a busy time at Maranatha with campus construction, new faculty moving to town, and new academic programs being refined. Summer 2021 was no exception.  New Faculty In the spring semester, Maranatha welcomed several new faculty members to the MBU...
Stronger Together: MBU’s Response to COVID-19
Most world-altering events culminate in a single moment, and people can recall exactly where they were when they heard about it. COVID-19 was different. The first time most Americans heard about it, they were, perhaps, mildly concerned, but certainly not...
Student Highlight | Kendall Elms
Kendall Elms, a senior at MBU, has been involved in a myriad of activities on campus during his undergraduate career. He is a starter for the soccer team (#3), was a leader in the ROTC program, a society cabinet member, involved in the Color Guard, and is a full-time...
Packing 101 | The Basics of What You Need and Don’t Need
It’s only July, but move-in day will be here before you know it! And before that, you’re going to start asking yourself this question: “What do I need to pack?” Target and Walmart can give you lots of cool ideas for ways to organize your room, but you might feel in...
Beyond the FAFSA | Explore Your Options
Is it possible to earn a college degree without committing financial suicide? Yes. Here at MBU, we believe firmly that hard work, wisdom, and shrewd financial management can allow you to earn your degree and achieve your dreams. So, how are you supposed to do it?  ...
BIBLICAL. FLEXIBLE. ENGAGING.
Learning can occur at any time and any place. Maranatha Online provides accredited online courses and degrees to help you have flexible learning options. All of our courses are taught from a biblical worldview by our passionate Christian faculty who are qualified and fully dedicated to your success.
BIBLICAL. FLEXIBLE. ENGAGING.
Learning can occur at any time and any place. Maranatha Online provides accredited online courses and degrees to help you have flexible learning options. All of our courses are taught from a biblical worldview by our passionate Christian faculty who are qualified and fully dedicated to your success.
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CHAPEL MESSAGES
Maranatha views chapel as an integral part of the educational process and requires students to attend chapel sessions on Monday through Friday. Students enjoy learning from Bible faculty and special speakers in chapel, which usually meets from 9:15 to 10:00 a.m. Society, student body, department, and workshop chapels also provide variety to the normal chapel schedule.
TRAVEL ITINERARIES
Musical ministry at Maranatha takes place on and off campus. Approximately 30 percent of our student body participates in Maranatha’s vocal/instrumental groups. Whether it be for a just a Sunday out or a week-long tour, our university’s music groups go on tour each year. The groups have the opportunity to see new places, meet new people, and enjoy the ministry of sharing Christ.