dream
really worth?
the
value
of a
“All our dreams can come true - if we have the
courage to pursue them.”
~ Walt Disney
DREAM
what’s a
“It is good to dream, but it is better to dream and
“Dream no small dreams, for they have no power
work. Faith is mighty, but action with faith is
to move the hearts of men.”
mightier.”
~ Thomas Robert Gaines
~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
When students enroll at any of Wayland
Baptist University’s 13 campuses, they are not
For more information on investing in the
regarded as just a number, a filled seat or a
future through giving to Wayland Baptist
statistic. Instead, they are seen as a new
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member of a very special family. A family that
encourages dreamers and welcomes them to
(806) 785-9285.
bring their goals to the table, no matter how
unconventional.
Some bring simple dreams. They want to
change the world of children as a classroom
teacher. They want to share the gospel of Jesus
Christ as a missionary or pastor. Or they just
want to advance in the career they already have.
Others come with big dreams and big goals.
They want to work in health care or own their
own company, bringing an ethical background
and values into the business arena.
To us, it really doesn’t matter, as long as
they bring a dream with them. It gives students
a focus, a passion, a goal to reach and a reason
to push themselves in the college journey.
We’re here for the dreamers, to spur them
on and to send them out to change the world.
Lubbock Campus
801 N. Quaker Ave.
Lubbock, Texas 79416
806.785.9285
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www.wbu.edu
Opening educational doors for
working adults and military
personnel
Why
dream at Wayland?
Dreams realized
“The Christian basis at Wayland has been my
n The environment of faith-based values inherent in
greatest motivator. Without it, I believe that I
Wayland’s mission means students can dream and study and
might have quit early. Whenever I filled out a
learn while being encouraged in their faith by faculty and staff
with a Christian worldview.
n Our faculty not only are well-versed in their subject
tuition form, I almost felt like it was a
the power of
learning-focused university, our faculty are focused solely on
n Flexible degree programs are designed for those adult
students who juggle their educational goals with full-time jobs or
military service, family and other responsibilities. Wayland is par-
other is in the future of a Bible-based university.”
~ Joe Callahan, 2009 graduate, Altus, OK Campus
in the dream
teaching students, mentoring them and remaining approachable
as they lead them in building knowledge and skills.
investment. The first is in my future, and the
investing
matter, but they also are held to a Christian standard. And as a
two-part
US Air Force Airman, Centennial Scholar
There are so many opportunities to invest in the lives of adult
students at Wayland Baptist University in Lubbock. Though specific
needs may vary, general areas of support include the following:
n Endowed Scholarships: While some students receive
“I don't know if I would have gotten my
education if not for Wayland. I don't know if I
would have had the courage to go into one of
those large secular universities. Wayland is not
ticularly sensitive to the special needs of these students and
tuition assistance from the military or their jobs, the vast majority
strives to remove many of the obstacles that traditionally stand
pay for their education themselves. Wayland strives to keep its
in the way of earning a traditional degree.
in nurturing the spirit and reaching out to
tuition rates competitive with state schools, but scholarships help
students in ways that are not just educational.”
n Wayland’s liberal arts basis focuses on turning out
students with the greatest need continue their education. Since
well-rounded graduates prepared for the world with exposure
gifts are invested, only the interest is pulled for scholarships,
to a variety of disciplines. Wayland also encourages real-world
leaving the fund intact for generations.
experience as part of the learning process, even granting college
credit hours in many cases for work or specialized training.
only in the business of educating minds, but also
~ Jennifer Toledo, 2007 graduate, Albuquerque Campus
Second-grade Teacher, Rio Rancho, NM
n Sponsorships for Special Events: The Lubbock campus
hosts an annual golf tournament to raise funds for scholarships.
"I always wanted to pursue my education, but
Businesses and individuals are always needed to sponsor portions
until we commenced upon a proverbial ‘contract,’
"Wayland really helped me through the opportunity
of the event or to volunteer on advisory boards or event-planning
I always failed. That commitment forced me to
to get that education, and they gave me encourage-
committees.
look for alternatives and solutions in a never-
ment, spiritually, mentally and career-wise that I can
do what I think I can as long as I keep my focus on
God first, others next and myself last. For a long
time, I was embarrassed by my situation, but I
n General Needs: Wayland rents or owns its properties in
the various cities it serves, and there are always
needs in terms of improvements to the physical
learned you don’t have to be stuck where you are.
structures, addition of classroom furnishings or
You are your own limitations."
technology upgrades for labs or classes. Funds
given to general needs help Wayland meet what-
~ Sue Johnson, 1980 graduate, Lubbock Campus
Owner, Sue Johnson Business Services
ever needs arise on its campuses and provide the
best atmosphere for students to learn.
ending quest to reach academic goals instead of
giving up. My relationship with Wayland allowed
me to not only commit to a dream but also to
jointly claim it."
~ Michael Rennie, 2006 & 2007 graduate,
Hawaii Campus, US Air Force