Corban University announced earlier this week that they have officially been approved by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) to move forward with four new Master’s programs this fall. Each of these programs will leverage Corban’s existing online MBA program, combining business courses with additional courses in specialized…
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28When Burl Cain, warden of Angola Penitentiary, said, “Sit down; I want to pray for you,” Judge Tom Kohl sat down. He wasn’t sure what to expect, but even in the three days he’d spent at Angola, he had learned Warden Cain was a force to be reckoned with.
Salem, Ore. – Corban University has announced several changes to its programs and offerings, specifically in the following majors: Health Science, Exercise Science, Psychology, and Business. These changes come on the heels of an intensive academic review, conducted by Corban’s faculty, deans, and Provost, in order to …
After a careful search, Corban University has selected a candidate for the position of provost: Dr. Thomas Cornman has accepted this position and will begin, tentatively, July 1, 2019.
Dr. Sheldon C. Nord, President, says, “This is a great hire for Corban University, and I can’t wait to have Tom on campus.”
On Thursday, March 21, 2019, Corban University signed the official contract with Paid in Full Oregon (PIFO), a significant step toward offering an accredited bachelor’s degree for individuals incarcerated at the Oregon State Correctional Institution (OSCI).
In a serious move to put students at the center of its budget strategy, Corban University has adopted a tuition freeze for 2019-20. This decision comes on the heels of a year-long re-engineering of Corban’s budget, which has placed the University in the most favorable financial position they’ve seen in 10 years.
Arbor Day Foundation Honors Corban University with 2018 Tree Campus USA® Recognition
This past month, Corban University was honored with the 2018 Tree Campus USA® recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
On Saturday, October 20, Corban students, parents, alumni, and friends donned their favorite flannels and gathered for “A Corban Homecoming.” A mild fall day greeted guests and vendors, and the smell of glazed apple cider donuts and kettle corn mingled with grilling onions and the sound of a rubber sledgehammer meeting a metal car door.
Students made their way across the cool, sunny campus to the sound of shofars, trumpet-like instruments made from rams’ horns. Used in ancient Israel to call the camp together, shofars have become an important part of Corban’s Convocation celebration, as they’re used to call students and faculty together while symbolizing Corban’s Judeo-Christian heritage.
Corban University is excited to announce that they’ve been recognized as a College of Distinction for the second consecutive year. In addition, they’ve received special recognition for being a Christian College of Distinction as well as honors for their Business and Education programs.
This past May, ministry faculty Dr. Greg Trull, Dr. Sam Baker, and Dr. Tim Anderson traveled to Cameroon, West Africa, along with seven ministry students, for a sweet time of ministry, teaching, and celebration. While students participated in a variety of ministry opportunities, faculty prepared Corban’s second cohort of pastors for graduation.
Corban University’s Theatre Camp is fast approaching! From July 23 to August 4, students entering grades 4–12 will be exploring different facets of theatre, from script writing to costuming to choreography. Get to know one of the instructors, Emily Abbey, who has years of acting experience and a passion for educational theatre.