The landscape of online and blended learning continues to grow rapidly in both reach and popularity. With this growth comes the need for thoughtful course design grounded in research-based best practices. One of the most effective ways to achieve this…
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The latest from the Faulkner University news room.
Faulkner Alumna Allena Burbage Recognized for Excellence in Counseling
For the past 16 years, Faulkner alumna Allena Burbage has worked with adults, adolescents and children facing a wide range of issues and mental health diagnoses. She is a licensed professional counselor at the Samaritan Counseling Center, where she works…
Kaylon Cantrell: Family Foundations to Coaching Success
Kaylon Cantrell’s connection to Faulkner University runs deep. Her parents, Angela and Keith, both graduated from Alabama Christian College, and her brothers, Ryan and Corey, also earned degrees from Faulkner. For Cantrell, attending a small Christian high school made Faulkner…
Faulkner Alumnus Blake Boren Leads Prattville High School Athletics with Passion and Purpose
With 17 years of experience in high school and collegiate athletics, Faulkner alumnus Blake Boren is making a lasting impact as the Director of Athletics at Prattville High School, where he oversees more than 650 student-athletes across 16 varsity sports.…
Faulkner University and Thompson Insurance Partner to Offer Internship, Annual Scholarship for Risk Management Students
Thompson Insurance, Inc. and Faulkner University signed two agreements on July 18, 2025, to launch new scholarship and internship opportunities for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) through Faulkner’s Harris College of Business and…
Faulkner University Announces New Church of Christ Heritage Award
Faulkner University is pleased to announce the launch of its new Church of Christ Heritage Award. This initiative underscores Faulkner’s longstanding commitment to serving Christian families by making faith-centered higher education more accessible and affordable, reinforcing our commitment to being…
JSL alumnus fulfills dream of becoming a district attorney
Daryl Bailey dreamed of becoming a district attorney (DA) ever since he was in the first-grade when his teacher randomly selected him to play the role of the DA in a school play. “That play and that teacher changed my…
Drew Teel’s Path to Becoming an Eagle
Drew Teel’s connection to Faulkner University began early. His parents, Willie Teel and Pam McCormick Teel, attended Alabama Christian College, which later became Faulkner University. He fondly remembers his childhood experiences on campus, including nights spent at his grandmother Toni’s…
Faulkner to Honor Healthcare Workers at 2025 Benefit Dinner with Keynote Speaker Candace Cameron Bure
Faulkner University is proud to announce that the theme of this year’s Benefit Dinner, scheduled for October 2, 2025, will pay special recognition to the dedicated healthcare workers who tirelessly serve and care for individuals who cannot care for themselves.…
Adding More Hands-On Time In Class
Traditional classroom models often rely heavily on lectures. However, this passive learning approach can limit students’ ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations and may hinder engagement. Incorporating more hands-on learning can significantly enhance comprehension, critical thinking, and career readiness.…