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Dr. Deshani Fernando
Associate Professor: School of Science “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven” โ Matthew 5:16 Growing up in a family surrounded by educators, Dr. Deshani Fernando was inspired from a young age to share knowledge and teach. Her passion for chemistry began to…
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MACUโs Church Leadership Certificates Help CHOG Pastors Grow and Innovate
By Whitney Knight Last fall, MACU set out to create a program that could assist pastors, church leaders, volunteers and others in developing a better knowledge of Wesleyan theology, new directions in ministry due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a host of other topics. This led to the development of two unique partnerships with national…
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Early Childhood Education vs. Elementary Education: Choosing the Right Specialization for your Teaching Career
When planning a career in education, many prospective teachers consider pursuing either early childhood education or elementary education. Educators in both areas play crucial roles in the development and education of young children, yet they differ significantly in focus, required skills, educational pathways, and career outlooks. Comparing these two specializations, early childhood education versus elementary…
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Higher Learning Commission 2023
Mid-America Christian University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1985, when the campus was relocated from Houston, Texas. HLC is one of seven historically regional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. HLC 2023 Team Meet the members of the Higher Learning Commission 2023 Assurance Argument Team for Mid-America…
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Healthcare Management Certificate
Impact Patient Care with a Healthcare Management Degree This 18-hour certificate program exposes students to advanced concepts specific to Healthcare Management providing a valuable credential demonstrating graduate-level training in the discipline. The Certificate may be earned as part of an Master of Business Administration (MBA) or full Masterโs Degree program, or used at a later…
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Phil Greenwald Begins Presidency at Mid-America Christian University
Mid-America Christian Universityโs fifth president, Phil Greenwald, began his tenure today. Greenwald was previously announced as the universityโs next president, succeeding the retiring Dr. John Fozard, on March 9. Greenwald has served as a non-profit leader, pastor and administrator in Methodist churches and associated nonprofit organizations for the last 25 years. He comes to MACU…
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MACU Joins The Council for Christian Colleges & Universities
Mid-America Christian University has joined The Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU), a growing association of Christian colleges and universities across the globe. โMid-America Christian University is honored to join the CCCU. Our vision at MACU is to prepare students to do greater things for God and his Kingdom, so our Christian values are…
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Elder Alternative Pathway Certificate
The Elder Alternative Pathway Certificate is a course of study designed and delivered from a Wesleyan perspective to meet the ordination requirements for individuals seeking to be a Deacon in the Global Methodist Church (GMC). It consists of Bible theology and pastoral ministry courses that align with the criteria set out by the Global Methodist…
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School of Behavioral Science and Counseling
The MACU School of Behavioral Science and Counseling prepares you to turn your desire to help people and make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families into a reality. You will learn leading-edge mental health theories and treatment approaches from real-world counselors and psychology professionals who have made careers out of helping…
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Global Methodist Church Approves MACU as Recommended Educational Institution
The Global Methodist (GM) Church has approved Mid-America Christian University as a recommended educational institution, the GM Church announced this week. This distinction means that the GM Church officially endorses MACU as an institution at which persons who reside outside of the United States or western Europe can complete courses to satisfy the educational requirement…