Handel’s Messiah | Dr. Doug Bachorik

College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music

This weekend, Maranatha’s Music Department will present Handel’s Messiah at Calvary Baptist Church in Watertown, WI. The new head of the Music Department, Dr. Doug Bachorik, has directed the Messiah twice – once in Minnesota and once in the Philippines. On...

The Road to MBU: A Roadmap to Prepare for College

Prospective Students

So, here you are – about to be a senior in high school and begin the journey of a lifetime. You probably feel like you’re standing on the edge of a cliff; the vast expanse of your future spreading out before your eyes – and you have no idea what you’re doing. In fact,...

Keeping the Past Alive Through the Art of Storytelling

MBU News

“You are your stories. You are the product of all the stories you have heard and lived—and many that you have never heard. They have shaped the way you see yourself, the world, and your place in it.” –Daniel Taylor, Tell Me a Story: the life-shaping power of our...

Chamber Strings Side-By-Side Concert | Fall 2023

College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music, Uncategorized

On October 30, Maranatha’s Chamber String performers presented a side-by-side concert in Burckart Hall. Under the direction of Maranatha faculty member Melody Steinbart, the group presented works from Baroque, Romantic, and Contemporary composers. Their repertoire...

Varshavski-Shapiro Piano Duo | Music on Mondays

College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music

On October 23, Dr. Stanislava Varshavski and Dr. Diana Shapiro starred as the featured artists in Maranatha’s Music on Mondays concert series. Performing works from Milhaud, Bizet, and Rachmaninoff, the world-renowned piano duo presented two concerts: one at 6PM for...

Alumni Spotlight: Dan Chodan and the ERC

Alumni

MBU alumnus Dan Chodan (’13) appeared in the news recently regarding his work with Employee Retention Credit (ERC), a Covid relief program designed to help small businesses recover from the financial blow they received in 2020. Although ERC was meant to be helpful, in...

Gingery and Steinbart Recital Highlights

College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music

Throughout the semester, Maranatha invites professional musicians to perform on stage in Burckart Hall. These performances provide students with a distraction from the business of college life and inspiration from other musicians’ accomplishments in music. From vocal...

How Higher Education Fosters Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills

MBU News

“Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.” –Albert Einstein Critical thinking and problem-solving are the most essential skills that any college student can develop. If students are unable to think through an issue critically,...

Leadership Breakfast 10.24.23 | Personal Finance and the American Economy

MBU News

Community members, faculty, staff, and students gathered at Maranatha’s leadership breakfast on October 24th. Tom Parks, Director of Retirement Plan Services at Annex Wealth Management, shared data demonstrating the United States’ current economic condition and...

Strengthen Leadership Skills through the Master of Organizational Leadership

MBU News

Your leadership is foundational to your organization’s success—and proper leadership training is foundational to your successful leadership. Unfortunately, quality leadership training that fits your budget and schedule is not easy to come by. Fortunately for you,...

Faculty Spotlight | Dr. Tracy Foster, Dean of the School of Business

Faculty & Staff

Dr. Tracy Foster is the Dean of the School of Business at Maranatha Baptist University. As a dean and professor, Foster manages business degree programs and teaches accounting classes. He also chairs the Finance Committee and sits on the Leadership Council. You might...

Balancing Part-Time Jobs and Academics: Three Helpful Steps

Student Interests

Most students ask themselves one important question before they apply to college: How am I going to pay for it? For most students, getting a part-time job is the best solution to offset costs. Finding the balance, however, between work and academics can be...

Lights, Camera, Maranatha: Mastering Video Editing with Adobe Premiere Pro

MBU News

Maranatha Baptist University, renowned for its strong biblical foundation and commitment to student success, is empowering its students with the skills to create compelling visual narratives. Through its integrated curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities, Maranatha...

Community On Mission

Advantage, Events & Press Releases, Faculty & Staff, Prospective Students

Each year, a new group of faculty, staff, and students are welcomed to the Maranatha family. At the same time, parents and students are starting to think about college more intentionally. Usually, they are familiar with our community through the experience of alumni,...

5 Career Paths in Biochemistry

College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Applied Science, MBU News

Are you fascinated with the world of biochemistry but aren’t quite sure what career options are out there for you? Perhaps you are already considering a degree in Biochemistry but don’t know if it’s the right choice for you. Contrary to popular belief, biochemists do...

A New Era | Dr. David Anderson, Sixth President

MBU News

On August 29, 2023, Dr. David Anderson became Maranatha Baptist University’s sixth president. A 1986 and 2022 graduate, he took office on August 1, 2023. With 32 years of church ministry experience and roles on various boards, Dr. Anderson was well-prepared for this...

Maranatha Introduces Innovative Early Childhood Education Laboratory Classroom

MBU News

Maranatha Baptist University is proud to unveil its latest educational initiative, the Early Childhood Education Laboratory Classroom, a pioneering project spearheaded by Mrs. Janelle Coleman, Associate Professor in the School of Education. This state-of-the-art...

Alumni of the Year 2023: Mike High

MBU News

In the realm of education and spiritual mentorship, there are individuals who stand out as beacons of inspiration and dedication. Maranatha Baptist University proudly honors one such luminary as the Alumni of the Year 2023: Mike High, a dedicated educator, loving...

Alumni of the Year 2023: Mike and Jennifer Fiocchi

MBU News

Maranatha Baptist University takes immense pride in celebrating the accomplishments and dedication of its alumni, and the year 2023 brings to the forefront an exceptional couple – Mike (’95) and Jennifer (’89) Fiocchi. Their journey post-graduation has been one of...

International Student Success Initiative Marks One Year of Progress

MBU News

The International Student Success Initiative, a groundbreaking program aimed at aiding international, missionary, military, and ESL students in their transition to American culture, celebrated a successful first year. Launched in August 2022, this initiative has...

New Faculty to Bring Unique Expertise

MBU News

Maranatha is pleased to announce several new faculty who will each teach a specialized course this fall. These new faculty bring unique skills and expertise. Students are encouraged to take advantage of these classes. Ruth Bachorik Mrs. Ruth Bachorik joins the...

Humanities Students Accepted into Graduate Programs

MBU News

Abby Hoffman and Nathanael Price both recently graduated with Humanities degrees. Maranatha’s Humanities degree allows students to explore what it means to be a human made in the image of God. They develop strong skills in communication—including writing, research,...

Adelle Markle (’23) | Ph.D. Student at UW Madison

College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Applied Science, MBU News

Entering the secular field of science can be a daunting task. Adelle Markle, a Biochemistry major from Phillips, WI, wrestled with God’s will for her future with a career in science especially as she looked forward to graduation. She enjoyed science and loved working...

Gillinov Family Joins the Maranatha Family

Faculty & Staff, MBU News

Mr. Corey and Mrs. Kim Gillinov are joining the Maranatha family in the Fall of 2023. The Gillinovs are moving from Florida to Watertown where Corey will join the Facilities Management Department as the Maintenance Supervisor and Kim will join the School of Nursing as...