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Arkansas' #1 Best Value University.
Head, heart, hand education since 1919.
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A perfect day 🎓

Congratulations, Class of 2026! taken in John Brown University by @johnbrownuniversity

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After 40 years in Christian higher education and 28 years at JBU, our beloved Jane Beers is retiring. ❤️

When we sat down with her to reflect on her time here, she kept coming back to one thing: 'life together.'

For decades, she has helped our community grow. Not just as strong academics, but also as thoughtful people, supported and challenged by a community that believes in us.

"You’ve got to be a whole person,” she said. “Head, heart, and hand.”

Former students have said to her, “Thank you for not making it easy. Thank you for telling me I could do this. It was not easy, but I was supported.”

Professor Beers described JBU as a place where different people learn from one another and where everybody has a role to play.

She also spoke warmly about the future of the college and the faculty who will continue her work.

“I’ll miss it,” she said, “but I’m ready.”

In honor of her legacy, a tree now stands in front of Bell Science Hall as a reminder of the countless lives she has impacted through her faithful service, encouragement, and care.

Thank you, Jane Beers. 💛

#johnbrownuniversity #christianhighereducation #christiancollege by @johnbrownuniversity

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Sticker prices don't tell the full story. Let us help. 💛

Instead of allowing a published price to make the decision for you, spend a few minutes with the Net Price Calculator in our bio to see what a JBU education could actually cost for *your* family.

Here's what prospective students are often surprised to learn about JBU:

🎓 Exceptional Value: The #1 Best Value university in Arkansas (Money Magazine 2025).

👋 Professors Who Know You: With a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, your professors will know your name, invest in your goals, and often become mentors long after graduation.

🌍 A Global Classroom: Study abroad in Northern Ireland at JBU's own historic manor in Belfast, or invest a little bit more to join faculty-led summer trips around the world while earning course credit.

🏔️ Adventure Around Every Corner: Within an hour of campus you'll find world-class mountain biking, world-class art museums and concert venues, world-class coffee, whitewater, hiking, rock climbing, and beautiful lakes.

💼 Career Opportunities: Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, home to Fortune 500 companies, startups, nonprofits, hospitals, and schools. Many of our graduates build careers here because they love both the work and the lifestyle.

We'd love to connect. Visit the link in our bio to estimate your aid or connect with our Financial Aid team! In front of a beautiful campus building of brown brick and tall, dark glass windows at sunset, some typographic text states Average Gift-Aid Package: $22,755

#JohnBrownUniversity #FinancialAid #ChristianCollege #Scholarships taken in Northwest Arkansas by @johnbrownuniversity

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A message from our Director of Worship Ministries, Candace Coker:

"I’m eager to explore the depth of God’s heart and mind with you this year. I believe that cultivating an intimate, sincere and reverent relationship with the Lord is one of the most challenging but meaningful journeys you can ever go on. It will require you to bring all of you – the good, the bad and the scary – before God, allowing Him to see every part. But it will also require you to come face to face with His nature as well – the good, the confusing and the seemingly scary. But we get to rediscover his heart together and translate every discovery into an offering of music, art and whatever else the Spirit leads. I’m not sure what He may choose to do on campus this year, but I’m curious and willing and excited."

We just sent out the latest issue of our university magazine, The Brown Bulletin, and it includes an article on Candace! If you would like to learn more about her, head to the link in our bio to read it on the blog! Candace is a musician from Trinidad. Here, she sits in a dimly-lit cathedral pew, smiling. She wears a pink blouse and a tan leather jacket with matching glasses. She radiates warmth and depth.

#christiancollege #worshipleader #collegesearch #ministry taken in Northwest Arkansas by @johnbrownuniversity

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Professor Eve Oh's painting was just selected for the San Diego Watercolor Society's 46th International Exhibition out of 671 entries representing 20 countries and 35 states.

And she teaches here.

She earned her MFA in Collaborative Design from JBU and her students will tell you she brings warmth and experience to every class session!

At JBU, you learn from artists who are actively creating, competing, and being recognized on an international stage.

Swipe through to see eight of her stunning watercolors! taken in Northwest Arkansas by @johnbrownuniversity

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"I feel like I'm 22 again... just with 40 years of experience," Dr. Burch joked when we asked how retirement is going. 😂

After 48 years in higher education, including 15 at JBU, what made JBU feel like home? For Dr. Burch, it was the individual relationships and the unexpected moments of connection along the way.

He still chuckles about the day a student taped a picture to his office door with his face edited elegantly onto a saint and the caption, "Saint Maximus." He still cherishes the conversations that happened on sidewalks, after class, and in the ordinary moments of walking in between.

When we asked where he's seen God most clearly, he didn't point to accomplishments or milestones. He talked about the privilege of spending his life with us, learning alongside us, and watching us grow.

As retirement begins, Dr. Burch is resisting the urge to drag the familiar into God's plan, and hopes to be faithful wherever God puts him.

He firmly believes in reciprocal mentorship and says he's learned a tremendous amount from students in whom he sees the hand of God.

Thank you, Dr. Burch, for reminding us that some of the most lasting lessons aren't just found in a lecture. They're found in the relationships that illustrate what it looks like to follow Christ. Thank you for modeling gentleness, tranquility, and strength. 💛

#johnbrownuniversity #faculty #christianlife #christiancollege Dr. Maxi Burch (70) looks fit and happy, standing in front of a stained glass cathedral window in a black t-shirt. He carries himself with gentle strength and an unexpected laugh. by @johnbrownuniversity

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What a wonderful way to spend Father’s Day weekend. 😊 Thanks for joining us at Faith & Family Night to enjoy music from Caleb & John, Naturals baseball, and spectacular fireworks. We’re grateful for everyone who made the fun possible!

#klrc #christianmusic #supportlocalnwa #baseball #family taken in Arvest Ballpark by @johnbrownuniversity

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While you are away, we welcome church and sports camps to campus!

Will you join us in praying for these summer camps? That the Holy Spirit will annoint counselors, staff, and students to be His witnesses and mentors? That every soul setting foot on campus this summer will leave transformed? And that the buildings and spaces we learn and work in everyday will be places of holy ground for those who've never experienced the Gospel before? We believe God does exceedingly and abundantly more than we can ask or imagine.

Thank you for being part of what God is doing on campus this summer! We love you guys!

Can you guess which building this is? 🤭

#JohnBrownUniversity #ChristianCollege #PrayerWorks #SummerCamps #ChristianLife taken in Siloam Springs, Arkansas by @johnbrownuniversity

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Guess who's taking over our stories from Ireland tomorrow? ✨️ Help us hype her up! Kat is doing our summer study abroad in Northern Ireland but will be going on a day trip to Dublin!

If you've ever considered doing one of our Irish Studies trips, you won't want to miss this. You'll even get to ask questions throughout the day.

Where are our Kat fans? ☺️

#johnbrownuniversity #studenttakeover #studyabroad #summerabroad #christiancollege taken in Dublin, Ireland by @johnbrownuniversity

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Thinking about colleges? Come experience campus for yourself!

• An Overnight Preview Day lets you stay in the dorm and connect with future classmates.
• A Mini Preview Day gives you a swift, one-day look at campus.
• A Personalized Campus Visit provides a tour customized around the meetings and majors you care about most.

No matter which you choose, your family is welcome to join.

Spaces fill up fast! Tap the link in our bio to view available dates and sign up today!

#JohnBrownUniversity #JBU #CollegeSearch #ChristianCollege #HigherEducation taken in Northwest Arkansas by @johnbrownuniversity

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Please help us welcome the newest members of our JBU family! 💛

This weekend, around 200 incoming students kicked off their JBU journey at Eagle Base Camp. We worshiped together, met faculty and future classmates, completed enrollment, explored campus, and got a first glimpse of what student life will be like.

Groups went on outings to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Upward Ninja & Bouldering Gym, and Gypsy Camp & Canoe, while some relaxed over board games.

We shared lunch and connected with local organizations.

Some of you really hit it off! 😁

We're so excited to see all that God will do with and in the Class of 2030. Welcome to JBU! 🦅

If you're an upperclassmen and have read this far, you're a real one. 😉 Drop a welcome in the comments!

#johnbrownuniversity #christiancollege #classof2030 #northwestarkansas taken in Siloam Springs, Arkansas by @johnbrownuniversity

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Our Art students studying abroad in Berlin this summer will be passing the phone around as they explore tomorrow! Tune in on the @johnbrownuniversity stories to see what a day looks like for them. If you follow along, you'll see plenty of personality and some really cool scenery. 😊

#johnbrownuniversity #christiancollege #studyabroad #takeover #germanytourism taken in Berlin, Deutschland by @johnbrownuniversity

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