Central Baptist College

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Central Baptist College provides a challenging, engaging, and inspiring Christ-focused liberal arts education. Whether you have been called into ministry, serving in the mission field, or pursuing a career in the business world, CBC students may choose from an ever-growing number of degree options which are formulated to fit a variety of educational needs. Majors are available within the fields of religion, education, social services, business, and music. See "Academic Degree Offerings" section below.

Located on a 20-acre campus in Conway, Arkansas, CBC was founded in 1952 and awards both associate and bachelor's degrees. Enrollment is about 500 students with men outnumbering women. Students are required to live on campus their freshman year unless they are over the age of 21, have completed 60 semester hours, are married, or live with relatives. The academic calendar at Central Baptist College is divided into semesters.

Extracurricular activities at CBC include a chorus, intramural sports, student service organizations, and student government organizations. Varsity sports teams compete in the National Christian College Athletic Association. Chapel services are required twice weekly for all full-time students.

1 External Links
2 About Central Baptist College
3 Mission Statement and Purposes
4 Academic Degree Offerings
5 Athletics
6 Contact Information

[edit] External Links

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[edit] About Central Baptist College

Central Baptist College is a four-year independent liberal arts college located in Conway, Arkansas. The city of Conway lies in the cental of the state and has a population of 52,000, and Faulkner County has a population of 86,000. Conway is situated only thirty miles from Little Rock, the capitol of Arkansas, which brings metropolitan advantages. However, despite the closeness to a large, urban city, Conway still maintains the friendliness and security of a small town.

A Little History... At the annual meeting of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention in 1891, a special committee was appointed to consider the founding of an educational institution for women. Colonel George W. Bruce was appointed the first Chairman of the Board, and property was soon acquired in Conway. Central College opened in a Baptist church in 1892, while waiting on construction of the Main Building on the beautiful fifteen-acre campus. The purpose of the institution was to train women for efficiency in home, church, business, and society.

Central College flourished for fifty-five years until its demise in 1947. Following its closure, the campus lay dormant for a number of years until it was purchased in 1952. The newly formed Arkansas Missionary Baptist Association purchased the property for $85,000, and Conway Baptist College opened its doors in September 1952 with Dr. D. N. Jackson serving as the first president of the college. The name of the institution was changed in 1962 to its current appellation, Central Baptist College.

From humble beginnings, CBC has grown from approximately two dozen students to more than 400. The number of faculty has increased from five to approximately fifty full-time and part-time instructors. In addition, the curriculum has expanded to include a number of baccalaureate degree programs in areas other than Bible. Much progress has been made.

[edit] Mission Statement and Purposes

Central Baptist College, a community of learners dedicated to the integration of Christian faith and academic excellence, exists to instill in our students a commitment to lifelong learning, spiritual development and service to God, through a program characterized by academic rigor, practical experience, and spiritual direction in a Christ-focused environment.

The following purposes were established to achieve the institution’s mission:
- To create an environment that fosters understanding, appreciation and a love for God’s word. 
- To create a campus community that supports students and faculty in the acquisition of knowledge. 
- To create excellent programs of study that challenge students and provide practical experience in the chosen discipline. 
- To create an understanding among faculty and students of the need for lifelong learning. 
- To create opportunities for spiritual growth and service to God.

[edit] Academic Degree Offerings

Associate of Arts:
    Business
    Education
      -Early Childhood
      -Language
      -Math-Science
    General Education
    General Education (PACE) 
    Science
    Social Science

Bachelor of Arts:
    Bible
    General Studies
    Music
      - Guitar/Instrumental
      - Piano
      - Voice

Bachelor of Science:
    Bible
    Church Music
    General Studies
    Leadership and Ministry (PACE)
    Management Information Systems (PACE)
    Organizational Management (PACE)
    Social Services

Bachelor of Business Administration:
    Business Administration
    Management
    Marketing

Available minors:
    Business
    Christian Counseling
    Religious Education
    English
    History
    Missions
    Music
    Pastoral Studies
    Recreational Leadership
    Religious Education
    Sports Management
    Youth Ministry

[edit] Athletics

Central Baptist College competes with 11 athletic sports teams in the National Christian College Athletic Association and is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Men's Sports:
   Basketball
   Baseball
   Golf
   Cross Country
   Soccer
 
Women's Sports:
   Basketball
   Cross Country
   Golf
   Women's Soccer
   Women's Softball
   Volleyball