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Foundations of Christian Thought and Practice Fall 21 Groups

Foundations of Christian Thought and Practice Fall 21 Groups

Going on our 11th year now for Foundations of Christian Thought and Practice. We still have a ways to go, but we’ve come a long way too.   Many thanks to the incomparable Sydney Bailey and our hard-working teaching assistants: Students teaching students.   Foundations of Christian Thought and Practice Fall 21 GroupsDon Michael Hudson, PhD Foundations of Christian Thought and Practice Fall 21…

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It’s a fun and friendly article, and people who don’t know much about computers can read it to learn about the different types of computer related jobs available. 🙂👍

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King University

King University (formerly King College) could be a non-public university in urban center, Tennessee. Graduate programs square measure offered in business administration, nursing, and education. based in 1867, King is severally ruled with covenant affiliations to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and therefore the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC). King University offers quite eighty college boy majors, minors and pre-professional programs. The University offers many skilled studies programs for operating professionals: Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts in English, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of knowledge Technology, Bachelor of Science in Communication, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Science in care Administration, Bachelor of Science in History, Bachelor of Science in knowledge base Studies, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing for Registered Nurses, and Bachelor of Science in psychological science. Programs ar out there in ancient and on-line formats. King additionally offers 3 graduate programs: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Master of Education (MEd). King can begin providing the Doctor of Nursing Practive (DNP) starting fall 2015

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The Mental Health Benefits of Gardening

Greg Jordan spent nearly two decades as president of King University in Bristol, Tennessee. Since retiring from his position at King University, Greg Jordan has continued to study cognitive science, learning theory, instructional technology and areas related to student success in the classroom. Beyond providing increased student access to post-secondary education, higher education institutions have developed a significant set of support programs to assist students in making their transition to undergraduate education. First year seminars, introductory courses in mathematics, reading and writing, and individual tutorial programs are all utilized to increase student performance. Greg Jordan advocated the development of the Student Success program at King University which offered a range of services to support students in their academic development. Another distinctive and unique King University program which Greg Jordan collaboratively developed with administrators, faculty and staff, the D.C. Experience, takes first year students to Washington, D.C. During the course of a two day excursion, students can choose from a range of activities including visits to the Smithsonian Museum Complex, Capitol Hill, the Washington National Cathedral, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and more. Pivotal to the successful transition of students into any post-secondary institution are two key dispositions: engaged participation in campus activities and engaged learning through collaborative study with faculty. Student-centered academic and co-curricular programs support King University's efforts in Student Success.                            

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Meet Our B and R Faculty: Dr. Amber Warhurst

Meet Our B and R Faculty: Dr. Amber Warhurst

Meet Our B and R Faculty: Dr. Amber WarhurstDon Michael Hudson, PhD Meet Our B and R Faculty: Dr. Amber Warhurst “Hello! My name is Amber Warhurst and I am an online instructor for King University’s Bible and Religion Department. My job is amazing because I get to teach a subject I’m passionate about, while getting to know people online from all over the country who I would never get to meet…

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March Madness

As the days tick away on the calendar, we inch closer andcloser to a time known to all sports fans as “March Madness.” If you’re even a casual sports fan, or are married to one, you know all about March Madness. Completing at NCAA bracket has very possibly become an American tradition along the lines of Thanksgiving Turkey. It is marketing almost as its own entity, and is solidified by the most recent contract between CBS and the NCAA for $10.8 billion over 14 years for the broadcast rights to the games.

What few people probably realize is that the term actually originated in 1939 in Illinois as a nickname for the Illinois High School Basketball State Tournament. For over 40 years, the Illinois State Tournament was “March Madness.” It wasn’t until 1982, when Brent Musburger used the term in relation to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament, that March Madness as we know it was born.

Incidentally, Musburger got his start in sports journalism as a sportswriter with the Chicago Daily News, so he was very familiar with the term. As the concept of “March Madness” gained popularity, and cable TV catapulted college basketball into homes across the country, the Illinois High School Association attempted to trademark the name in 1989, resulting in a series of clashes in the courtroom between the IHSA and NCAA. Ultimately, the 7th Circuit Court sided with the NCAA, the but the ruling was very ambiguous, and resulted in an out of court agreement between the NCAA and IHSA where the IHSA controls the name on the high school level, and the NCAA controls it on the college level. It’s hard not to see that as a win for the NCAA!

So, what does that have to do with NCAA Division II athletics at King University? Well, most directly, both our men’s and women’s basketball teams are on the cusp of our own form of March Madness. Both teams earned the No. 2 seed in the Conference Carolinas Tournament, and will host quarterfinal games in the Student Center on Saturday. Each team will embark on the “second season” and begin a journey towards their goal of a Conference Carolinas championship and automatic bid to the NCAA Division II Tournament.

Both teams have an excellent shot at the Conference championship. Our men’s team handed top-seeded Mount Olive their only conference loss of the year on January 3 in a game televised nationally on CBS Sports Network, before falling to the Trojans by nine points in the rematch at Mount Olive. Last week, the women took Limestone, ranked #3 nationally with a 27-1 record, down to the wire, falling by one point when Limestone scored with 4.2 seconds to play. Both teams have to win a couple of games to earn rematches, and in an incredibly competitive Conference Carolinas, every game will be a war.

If either team does not earn the conference’s automatic bid, they will have a chance at an at-large berth. In NCAA Division II, King competes in the Southeast Region, the conference champions from the South Atlantic Conference, Peach Belt Conference, and Conference Carolinas each earn an automatic bid, while the next five highest ranked teams earn at-large bids. Our men’s team is currently ranked seventh in the NCAA regional rankings, and the women ninth in the region. Based on how other conference tournaments play out, both teams are in the hunt for an at large bid.

March Madness means a lot more at a Division II school like King, especially given our recent string of snow and cold weather. Baseball, softball, golf, tennis and track all kicked off their seasons in February, and all have already had numerous postponements which are being rescheduled for March. Men’s volleyball started in January, but has also had numerous postponements in the past two weeks. Thus, what is already a crazy month with six programs competing in their regular seasons, plus basketball, becomes even more jam-packed when you had in as many as a dozen games that have been rescheduled.

Throw in spring break, and the inevitability of more rainouts, and March Madness suddenly transcends the sport of basketball for a Division II athletic department. But, based on the agreement between the NCAA and IHSA, I probably should be careful using that term.

Best of luck to all of our teams competing in the coming weeks!  GO TORNADO!!

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Italian Destinations in the Montepulciano Program

For more than 16 years, Greg Jordan served in an executive capacity with King University, a post-secondary institution established in 1867. While leading the school as CEO and president, Greg Jordan also took part in the conceptualization of the school’s Montepulciano program, which allows students to study abroad with King University staff in Italy. While participating in the Montepulciano program, students will experience the culture and history of several well-known Italian cities, including the following. Florence: Home to many historic cathedrals, including the Il Duomo di Firenze, Florence presents visitors with the opportunity to see many examples of classic architecture, as well as the chance to experience authentic Florentine-style food. Venice: Tourists and locals alike navigate this city, built on top of 180 islands, via a network of beautiful canals and bridges. Skilled oarsmen known as gondoliers are available to ferry Venice visitors to famous sites, such as Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Piazza San Marco. Rome: This ancient Italian capital is known for famous structures like the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and the Pantheon. Visitors often tour the city via bicycle, or enjoy scoops of fresh gelato before spending an afternoon exploring one of the city’s many museums.

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Video Production with Michael Martin Hudson

Video Production with Michael Martin Hudson

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Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: McKinley Wagner

Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: McKinley Wagner

Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: McKinley WagnerDon Michael Hudson, PhD McKinley Wagner Freshman “Hi, my name is McKinley Wagner, I’m a freshmen at King University, and I was born and raised in Nolensville, TN. I’m on the wrestling team here at King, and I am majoring in Nursing. I really enjoy watching football and other…

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Meet Our B and R Faculty: Corey Feagins

Meet Our B and R Faculty: Corey Feagins

Meet Our B and R Faculty: Corey Feagins Meet Our B and R Faculty: Corey FeaginsDon Michael Hudson, PhD Meet Our B and R Faculty: Corey Feagins “Greetings! My name is Corey Feagins and I’ve been teaching online at King University since 2016. True Northeast Tennessee is my home and where I strive to serve my community. Thankfully, I’ve had the opportunity to teach for our Religious Studies…

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Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: Rachel Keen

Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: Rachel Keen

Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: Rachel KeenDon Michael Hudson, PhD Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant Rachel Keen “Hello! My name is Rachel Keen. I’m a freshman this year. I am from Lebanon,Virginia, and I am a commuter to King. I took “Foundations of Christian Thought and Practice” last fall and it was by far my favorite class. I love this class because it is…

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Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: Hannah Harosky

Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant: Hannah Harosky

Meet our Students: Teaching AssistantHannah HaroskyDon Michael Hudson, PhD Meet Our Students: Foundations Teaching Assistant Hannah Harosky Sophomore “Hello! My name is Hannah Harosky and I am a sophomore here at King University. I am from Bristol, VA and I am on the Women’s Soccer team. I am double majoring in Criminal Justice and Political Science/History with an undecided minor. I am…

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King University Foundations Teaching Assistants

King University Foundations Teaching Assistants

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King University Bible and Religion Spring 2021

King University Bible and Religion Spring 2021

We start our Spring semester two weeks from today. I am excited to get back to it. Bring on the vaccine! This is my 41st year teaching in higher education, and I love it more than ever. Teaching at King also makes all the difference in the world for me, and I am extremely proud of my school and our department. Here are some photos of promos from the near past. King University Bible and…