WCU hosts annual meeting of Baptist colleges and universities
- Friday, June 11, 2021 3:20 PM
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William Carey University hosted the annual meeting of the International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities (IABCU) June 5-8 at its Hattiesburg campus.
The IABCU fosters high-quality Christian education, while cooperating to advance the mutual well-being of each member. The association has 46 member schools in 16 states, including three in Mississippi – William Carey University, Mississippi College and Blue Mountain College.
“Every institution has its own strengths and weaknesses. When we come together, we’re able to discuss shared challenges and successful solutions. We’re able to see the strength of other institutions, which challenges us to become stronger ourselves,” said WCU President Dr. Tommy King.
The event’s keynote lecturer was Dr. Elijah Brown, general secretary of the Baptist World Alliance. The annual meeting also included panel discussions, board meetings, field trips, legal updates, banquets and performances by students from WCU’s Winters School of Music.
Dr. Gary Cook is chair of the IABCU and chancellor of Dallas Baptist University.
“What a privilege it is to be at William Carey University. Dr. Tommy King has been a friend for many years. All the other universities have prayed for William Carey, particularly after the tornado – so it is wonderful to be here and see what the Lord has done,” Cook said.
“We’re also thankful that members are able to meet in person, once again, after last year’s meeting was canceled due to the pandemic.”
The 2022 meeting of the International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities will be July 10-12 at Samford University.
In the photo:Dr. Tommy King, right, visits with Dr. Gary Cook during the annual meeting of the International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities.