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In an effort to address the need for more qualified teachers, East Texas Baptist University has partnered with Marshall Independent School District (MISD) to create the Mav PATH Program. The agreement, signed Tuesday, February 28, will give selected paraprofessionals the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Education in the area of Elementary Education.

East Texas Baptist University held its annual Spiritual Renewal activities on campus with worship services, prayer, and reflection February 20-22, 2023. This year’s theme, “Stand,” was inspired by Ephesians 6:11-12, "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."

East Texas Baptist University hosted a Congreso Experience on Saturday, February 18 in partnership with Texas Baptists (BGCT).

“Texas Baptists Congreso collaborates with universities like East Texas Baptist University, to reach the next generation for Christ by equipping them with tools and resources to share the gospel,” said David Gonzalez, Congreso Coordinator for Texas Baptists. “Students are able to get a taste of what the main Congreso event has to offer by attending this free one-day event.”

East Texas Baptist University inducted 71 students into the prestigious Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society (ALD) during a ceremony at ETBU’s Chapel on the Hill on Tuesday, February 21. A national honor society, ALD distinguishes first-year academic success with invitations to join extended only to students who obtain a 3.5 GPA or higher during the first semester of their freshman year.

The ETBU School of Communication and Performing Arts took the stage February 16-19 for its production of West of Eden, a pair of student-directed one-act plays.