The Great Books Honors Program at Faulkner University took its first step into international education in 2024, launching a study abroad trip to the United Kingdom. Open to alumni, students, staff and friends, the program offers shorter trips that allow participants to…
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Faulkner Band Program Hits High Note With Remarkable Year of Growth
Faulkner University’s “Marching Eagles” band is shaping the rhythm of campus life as the department of music expands opportunities for student musicians and establishes new leadership for its growing program. In just one year, the Faulkner University Band has grown from 13 members to 50, a transformation that has energized the department and elevated…
More Than Music: Faulkner University’s Music Department Shapes Faith, Purpose and Calling
If a greater knowledge of music and the arts is the only thing a student walks away with after graduating from Faulkner University’s music department, then something has been missed. At its core, the mission of Faulkner’s Department of Music,…
Faulkner’s Harris College of Business Shapes Ethical Leaders for Today’s Marketplace
In a world where stories of corporate corruption dominate headlines, the need for ethical leaders has never been greater. Faulkner University’s Harris College of Business and the Khadanga School of Executive Education is taking a proactive role in addressing this challenge through its Ethics…
From Faulkner to The Bookshelf: Annie B. Jones Builds Community Through Stories
Faulkner University alumna Annie B. Jones was recognized by her alma mater for her accomplishments as an author, podcaster and independent bookstore owner. She was the Distinguished Alumna for the College of Arts and Sciences’ English, Humanities, Music and Great…
What Is a Christian University?
Learning at a Christian university offers numerous benefits for learners, especially for spiritual and emotional growth. Faulkner University was established in 1942 as a Christian Liberal Arts school, with multiple programs available in Biblical studies, education, healthcare science, and business. We…
Faulkner University Launches 3 New Engineering Programs
Faulkner University has announced the launch of 3 new engineering programs for fall 2026 designed to prepare students for high-demand careers while integrating faith, ethics and hands-on learning. The programs include: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and software engineering. A degree in computer engineering launched fall 2024. Each…
An Amazing Journey: The Championship Season, Twenty-Five Years Later
In March 2001, the Faulkner University men’s basketball team returned to Tulsa, Oklahoma to compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics National Championship Tournament after reaching the Elite Eight the previous season. The 2000-01 team entered the year with momentum and the belief…
10 Advantages of Online Classes
Online education continues to transform how students pursue higher education, offering improved flexibility without sacrificing academic rigor and quality. For students balancing work, family, or other commitments, the advantages of online classes are numerous. At Faulkner University, based in Alabama,…
Wilma Phillips Named Alumna of the Year
A faithful pillar of Faulkner University for more than 47 years, Wilma Phillips was celebrated as the 2026 Alumna of the Year during the annual Marketplace Faith Friday Forums on February 20, 2026. Almost five decades earlier, Phillips moved to Montgomery from Arkansas with her husband, Lanar, who was in…









