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ETBU Trustees Elect Dr. J. Blair Blackburn as President
… ETBU Trustees Elect Dr. J. Blair Blackburn as President April 7, 2015 MARSHALL, Texas … Trustees chair Hal Cornish after a special called trustee meeting Tuesday afternoon. Dr. Blackburn will succeed Dr. … of Trustees and the entire ETBU community is very excited about the University's bright future under the presidential …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2015/04/etbu-trustees-elect-dr-j-blair-blackburn-presidentETBU finds ways to serve at a time when they cannot be together
… our local community by gifting,” ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn said. ETBU started Easter weekend by spreading … partially made ETBU t-shirts. They hope to make enough to meet the needs of local healthcare personnel and be prepared … return to campus. “My daughter and I were just talking about masks, and she said ‘dad what can we do to help …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2020/04/etbu-finds-ways-serve-time-when-they-cannot-be-togetherETBU aims at better traffic safety near Marshall campus
… 15, 2017 East Texas Baptist University President Blair Blackburn has asked Texas Department of Transportation … for the signal, to the Marshall City commissioners at their meeting at 6 p.m. today at Marshall City Hall. "Motorists on … is completed, the engineering team makes a determination about the best course of action and if additional traffic …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2017/09/etbu-aims-better-traffic-safety-near-marshall-campusETBU Awards 149 Degrees During Spring Commencement
… Ornelas Spiritual Life Center. ETBU President Dr. J. Blair Blackburn presided over the ceremonies. A total of 149 … ETBU shared with the capacity crowd what one student wrote about Dr. Sargent on his faculty evaluation. “Dr. Sargent is … context. He was elected BGCT President during the annual meeting held last November in Frisco. Maciel shared with …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2016/05/etbu-awards-149-degrees-during-spring-commencementETBU students arrive to their Home on the Hill for the Fall 2022 semester
… them on the Hill and beyond," ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn said. "ETBU is not just about education; it is about the transformation God wants … goodbye to my son is going to be sad, but I want him to meet people, make good grades, and be happy at ETBU." After …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2022/08/etbu-students-arrive-their-home-hill-fall-2022-semesterETBU honors students on one-year anniversary of their death
… of the fabric of this institution," ETBU President Blair Blackburn said Friday. "Today as we reflect, we are somber, … stop' and one day, if you know Jesus, you'll be able to meet with D.J. and Tre and praise God forevermore," Webb … of the two said they were surprised and touched to hear about the life-size statues of the two that will sit atop …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2017/04/etbu-honors-students-one-year-anniversary-their-deathMarshall City Commission Approves ETBU Housing Partnership
… do what it takes to transform lives," ETBU President Blair Blackburn said. "It all begins with one home that directly … in a colonial style with big front porches and priced for about $110,000. The university is looking at doing two homes … 5 Commissioner Vernia Johnson Calhoun told Blackburn at the meeting she was excited by the program, especially because …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2016/05/marshall-city-commission-approves-etbu-housing-partnershipEast Texas Baptist University’s Use of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students
… staff, under the leadership of President Dr. Blair Blackburn, formed a COVID Relief Task Force that consisted … the survey, 80 provided additional detailed information about their exceptional need by answering question 13 on the … over $300,000 of our own funds to students to help meet these needs, above that which was provided by the CARES …
https://www.etbu.edu/about-etbu/campus-offices/business-office/east-texas-baptist-universitys-use-higher-education-emergency-relief-funds-heerf-emergency-financialETBU and Elysian Fields High School team-up to create “Yellow Jacket University”
… to take up to 27 semester hours before they graduate, about 25 percent of an undergraduate degree. The credit … while still in high school. We would like to thank Dr. Blackburn and the ETBU family for welcoming us. Our … in this system accept these credits. These courses meet criteria for high school graduation and transfer to the …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2017/04/etbu-and-elysian-fields-high-school-team-create-yellow-jacket-universityLilly Small Grant Initiative
… for the creation of a framework and common vocabulary to meet the needs of our students and to promote a vibrant … of higher learning in the twenty-first century." See more about the Lilly Fellows Program . Read about the Small Grant … in November 2010. ETBU's President, Dr. J. Blair Blackburn, is the administrative representative to the LFP …
https://www.etbu.edu/academics/academic-schools/school-christian-studies/lilly-small-grant-initiativeNew and returning Tigers unite on the Hill for the Fall 2021 semester
… college careers. I was there once, and I'm so passionate about it that not only did I get two degrees here, but now … and help is not only a reflection of Christ and how He meets us all in our mess, but it's also a reflection of the … the safest environment possible,” ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn said. “ETBU remains committed to providing an …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2021/08/new-and-returning-tigers-unite-hill-fall-2021-semesterETBU hosts Great Opening Ceremony of The Great Commission Center
… of God's plans for this facility," ETBU President Blair Blackburn said. "He engraved on our hearts this vision some … features large and medium-sized classrooms, conference meeting rooms, and dedicated student study spaces. In … I hear over and over is that there's something special about this campus," Vice President for Advancement Scott …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2023/04/etbu-hosts-great-opening-ceremony-great-commission-centerETBU will host courses on KC’s Kilgore campus
… on KC’s Kilgore campus May 8, 2018 With a shared mission to meet the needs of students across the East Texas region, … Dr. Brenda S. Kays and ETBU President Dr. J. Blair Blackburn solidified the plan at a press conference held on … students to finish an undergraduate degree." To learn more about the ETBU Admissions process contact …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2018/05/etbu-will-host-courses-kcs-kilgore-campusAlumni Spotlight Jeanne Beth (Gibbs) Gray ('70)
… Beth (Gibbs) Gray (center) is joined by President Dr. Blair Blackburn (left) and Kathryn Pedroza, the 65th Miss ETBU. … College as the destination for its Young Woman’s Auxiliary meeting in February 1966. It marked the beginning of a … and have been very blessed!” exclaimed Jeanne. Learn more about the Pillars of ETBU at …
https://www.etbu.edu/info-for/alumni/alumni-spotlights/alumni-spotlight-jeanne-beth-gibbs-gray-70East Texas Baptist University Announces the Harrison County Promise Scholarship
… 7, 2024 East Texas Baptist University President J. Blair Blackburn met with school superintendents from across … new initiative aimed at empowering local students during a meeting on Tuesday, February 6. President Blackburn … journey to bachelor’s degree completion." To learn more about the Harrison County Promise Scholarship, visit …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2024/02/east-texas-baptist-university-announces-harrison-county-promise-scholarshipEast Texas Baptist University receives additional ETMC grant
… East Texas Baptist University a $100,000 grant to help meet the growing need for mental health care in Smith County … of the people of Smith County,” ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn said. “Both the Community Counseling Center and … system to Ardent Health Services in 2018.Read more about East Texas Baptist University’s partnership with ETMC …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2021/09/east-texas-baptist-university-receives-additional-etmc-grantETBU Celebrates 158 Graduates at Fall 2023 Commencement Ceremony
… Center. Guided by the University's President, Dr. J. Blair Blackburn, the ceremony marked the conferral of degrees to … delivered the keynote address and charged the graduates to meet challenges and opportunities head-on. "So, graduates, … with your degree from East Texas Baptist University, think about what you want to try to do, what you're going to try …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2023/12/etbu-celebrates-158-graduates-fall-2023-commencement-ceremonyETBU encourages prospective students to pursue God’s plan
… want you to discover His truths,” ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn said. “Our scholarly faculty teaches from a … a student panel, and chapel service. “I actually heard about Preview Day from my pastor,” Emily Tovar from Grand … resources necessary to excel by offering opportunities to meet with current students, faculty and staff, admissions …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2018/09/etbu-encourages-prospective-students-pursue-gods-planETBU junior Ronni Ward crowned as Miss ETBU 2019
… across a single person, who was not willing to talk with me about God and what sparks their fire to pursue Him,” Ward … 2018 Kayla Barrentine, assisted by ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn, passed the crown and encouragement to Ward during … advice and encouragement. “I had the privilege of meeting Miss ETBU 1959, Shirley Elledge. Following the …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2019/04/etbu-junior-ronni-ward-crowned-miss-etbu-2019Legacy of 1912 Luncheon fosters community among ETBU donors, retirees, and students
… with our alumni on a regular basis. I frequently hear about their time on the Hill, and how donors impacted their … East Texas Baptist University,” ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn said. “We celebrate what God did in creating this … could never have fathomed the blessings that were going to meet me here,” ETBU senior English education major and …
https://www.etbu.edu/etbu-now/news/2022/11/legacy-1912-luncheon-fosters-community-among-etbu-donors-retirees-and-students