When John Poitevint reflects on what initially brought him to Alabama Christian College (ACC), he recalls, “I came to ACC in the fall of 1972 with only the thought of playing baseball. But God had other plans! I gained so…
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Keith Jackson: From Tragedy to Triumph in Law Enforcement
Keith Jackson’s dream was always clear—to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a police officer. But just a year after graduating from high school, a life-altering tragedy almost shattered that dream and nearly claimed his life in the process. …
Faith Shapes Futures Capital Campaign Launched
Faulkner University is investing in Montgomery and officially launched its largest capital campaign on October 2 during its annual Benefit Dinner, announcing plans to raise $53.7 million to support the university’s continued growth and fund three major capital enhancements. First,…
Tickets SOLD OUT to Faulkner University’s Annual Benefit Dinner Featuring Candace Cameron Bure
Faulkner University leadership announced today that tickets are sold out to its Annual Benefit Dinner, to be held on Thursday October 2 at the Renaissance Convention Center in downtown Montgomery featuring Candace Cameron Bure, according to Rebecca Burylo, a spokesperson…
What Are Clinicals for Nursing School Students?
If you’re considering a nursing career, you may be wondering about the training requirements. What are clinicals in nursing school? Clinical rotations are a vital part of a student’s education, offering hands-on experience in real healthcare settings under the supervision…
Alabama Engage Together Project Selects Two Faulkner University Students as Research Fellows to Advance Statewide Fight Against Human Trafficking
The Alabama Engage Together Project (ETP) has selected 12 Research Fellows from six universities across the state, including two students from Faulkner University, to join its groundbreaking, multi-year effort to end and prevent human trafficking in Alabama. ETP is a…
Faulkner Alumna Dr. Chelsea Taylor Champions Early Childhood Mental Health
For Dr. Chelsea Taylor, LPC, NCC, the path to becoming a leader in early childhood mental health began at Faulkner University. Taylor, a Montgomery native, earned her Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology and her Master of Science in Counseling…
From Ann Street to The Hall of Fame: Billy Hilyer’s Vision Transformed Eagle Athletics
When Billy Hilyer enrolled at Alabama Christian College in the fall of 1962, the baseball and basketball teams were newly formed. The baseball team practiced in a cow pasture, and the lone basketball court was little more than a red…
How One High School Student Earned an Associate Degree Before Graduation
At just 18 years old, Karson Oakley, while he was still a senior at Alabama Christian Academy (ACA), achieved a remarkable feat: earning an Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems (CIS) from Faulkner University before graduating high school in…
Faulkner PhD Student Awarded Scholarship From Church of Christ Foundation
The Church of Christ Foundation has awarded a $2,500 scholarship to Jason Campbell, a PhD student in Biblical studies at Faulkner University. Campbell, who met all the qualifications, is pursuing his doctorate in Biblical studies. He is also a two-time…