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Harding University Civil Engineering program receives accreditation

Harding University Civil Engineering program receives accreditation

Oct. 20, 2022| Department of Engineering& Physics | The Harding University Department of Engineering and Physics’ civil engineering program received approval for accreditation by the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology in August.  It is essential for civil engineering students to graduate from an accredited university to attain a license and enter the workfield. A university may only apply for accreditation after its first class
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Harding University continues Distinguished Lecture Series with Executive Director of World Food Programme David Beasley, Senator John Boozman and Former Walmart CFO Brett Biggs

Harding University continues Distinguished Lecture Series with Executive Director of World Food Programme David Beasley, Senator John Boozman and Former Walmart CFO Brett Biggs

Oct. 17, 2022 | American Studies Institute | The Harding University American Studies Institute will host the executive director of the United Nations World Food Programme, Former Governor David Beasely, along with United States Senator John Boozman and Former Walmart CFO Brett Biggs for a discussion on the future of global food security Wednesday, Nov. 2, from 3-4:45 p.m. in the Anthony and Wright Administration
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Harding University to host Relay for Life event

Harding University to host Relay for Life event

Oct. 14, 2022 | Harding University will host its annual Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 through 5 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 on the front lawn. The theme of the event is “For a World with More Birthday Parties.” Twenty-nine teams will participate, each hosting a booth featuring games, food and more to contribute to the
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Harding University partners with Earl Young’s Team to host sixth annual bone marrow drive on campus

Harding University partners with Earl Young’s Team to host sixth annual bone marrow drive on campus

A Match Made in Heaven Harding University is partnering with Earl Young’s Team to host the sixth annual bone marrow drive for DKMS, an international registry. Sophia Tilley, a fourth-year student in Harding’s College of Pharmacy, is leading three drives throughout the month of October, one of which will be on campus. College of Pharmacy students as well as the track and field team are
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University Faculty James Huff receives National Science Foundation award

University Faculty James Huff receives National Science Foundation award

Oct. 5, 2022 | The National Science Foundation has awarded Harding University Associate Professor James Huff and Oregon State University Professor Shane Brown a grant for $456,631 for their research titled Understanding and Improving Design Activity Engagement in the Engineering Capstone Experience.  “The central activity of what most engineers do is design, a process that involves understanding human needs and creatively generating solutions to meet
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Harding University College of Business Administration announces recipients of Botham Jean Scholarship

Harding University College of Business Administration announces recipients of Botham Jean Scholarship

Sep. 29, 2022 | The Harding University Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration, in cooperation with PricewaterhouseCoopers, has selected four students as recipients of the Botham Jean Business Scholarship. Established in 2019, the scholarship supports historically underrepresented populations as they pursue degrees within the College of Business Administration. This year’s recipients have been chosen for their academic excellence and demonstrated leadership.  Harding has chosen
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Harding University launches new Master of Arts in History program

Harding University launches new Master of Arts in History program

Sept. 20, 2022 | Master of Arts in History | The Harding University Department of History and Political Science has announced a Master of Arts in history beginning Fall 2022. This program can be completed both online and onground in as few as 18 months and is designed for those planning to pursue careers in education, history, archeology, politics, public service, journalism, law and many
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Harding University enrollment bolstered by a larger freshman class

Harding University enrollment bolstered by a larger freshman class

Sept. 6, 2022| Harding University’s total enrollment is 4,804, representing a diverse student body from 47 states and more than 50 nations and territories.  The University reports a new student enrollment growth of 6.2% for Fall 2022 with 920 first-time-in-college and transfer students, an increase from 866 in 2021. The academic composition of the freshman class is exceptionally strong, boasting an average high school grade
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Harding University kicks off distinguished lecture series with Coach Joe Kennedy, central figure in supreme court ruling on religious liberty

Harding University kicks off distinguished lecture series with Coach Joe Kennedy, central figure in supreme court ruling on religious liberty

Sept. 1, 2022 | American Studies Institute | The Harding University American Studies Institute will host Washington high school football coach Joe Kennedy and attorneys Michael Berry and Stephanie Taub Thursday, Sept. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Benson Auditorium. Kennedy will share his personal story about the journey “From the 50-yard line to the Supreme Court” while Berry and Tuab will share the legal
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Harding University appoints Minnesota attorney to board of trustees

Harding University appoints Minnesota attorney to board of trustees

Aug. 25, 2022 | Harding University added Minnesota attorney Robin Maynard to its board of trustees on August 15, 2022. “It is my pleasure to announce the recent election of Robin Maynard to the board of trustees,” said Robert Walker, chairman. “She and her husband, Paul, have been tremendous supporters of Harding. Robin served faithfully on the presidential search committee last year. She will bring
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