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Teens' reading and math scores have stagnated, US test results show
2+ hour, 1+ min ago (520+ words) Indeed, the 13-year-olds who took the national test experienced the pandemic's disruption during formative elementary years of schooling. In a few years, they will have graduated " and they may still be behind. "The 13-year-olds who took this assessment last year…...
Alex Kendrick, filmmaker behind War Room and Courageous, to speak at Shorter University's 2026 President's Gala
2+ hour, 28+ min ago (391+ words) The Christian Index Alex Kendrick, filmmaker behind War Room and Courageous, to speak at Shorter University's 2026 President's Gala ROME, Ga. " Shorter University is honored to announce that filmmaker, author, and speaker Alex Kendrick will serve as the keynote speaker for…...
Southwestern Seminary's accreditation fully restored
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (418+ words) FORT WORTH, Texas " Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary "is now in full compliance with all accreditation expectations" of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, following action by the SACSCOC board on Thursday, June 11, President David S. Dockery announced…...
Seminary presidents give reports to messengers at SBC annual meeting
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (1725+ words) The privilege of a lifetime: Akin and Pace give SEBTS report to messengers ORLANDO, Fla." " On Tuesday afternoon, June 9, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary President Danny Akin presented his 23rd and final seminary report to messengers at the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting. As…...
Shorter University partners with Kennesaw State to offer dual degree pathway in mathematics and engineering
3+ week, 4+ day ago (73+ words) ROME, Ga. " Shorter University has announced an exciting new partnership with Kennesaw State University that gives students the opportunity to earn two bachelor's degrees at the same time. Shorter University partners with Kennesaw State to offer dual degree pathway in…...
Shorter University celebrates students, faculty, and staff at at annual Awards Day
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (156+ words) ROME, Ga." Shorter University students, faculty, and staff gathered for Awards Day as they celebrated the accomplishments of this academic year and recognized outstanding students, staff, and faculty. Shorter University celebrates students, faculty, and staff at at annual Awards Day…...
Southeastern Seminary establishes the Bruce Little Chair of Christian Philosophy
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (464+ words) WAKE FOREST, N. C. " During chapel on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Southeastern Seminary and Judson College announced the creation and installation of the Bruce Little Chair of Christian Philosophy in honor of Southeastern Emeritus Professor of Philosophy Bruce Little. Endowed chairs play a crucial…...