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Messenger pre-registration for SBC Annual Meeting now open

NEW ORLEANS – Pre-registration for messengers and registration for childcare are now open for those planning to attend the 2023 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting, June 11-14 in New Orleans. For more information about registration and childcare, visit the SBC Annual Meeting website.   … [Read more...]

Tioga senior awarded Smith Scholarship for fall 2023

By Lexi Rachal, Wildcats Media PINEVILLE, La. (Wildcats Media) – Kylee Vanhoof, a senior at Tioga High School in Ball, was awarded the Smith Scholarship for 2023. Vanhoof, who will receive a four-year scholarship that covers tuition and room and board at Louisiana Christian University, won the Jan. 28 competition against 12 other students. All contestants were evaluated by LCU faculty members based on their leadership qualities and Christian character in their written responses and the on-sight interview portion of the competition. The Smith Scholarship began in the 1970s after Tom and Beverly Dunham began an endowment donation to honor Beverly’s mother, Elizabeth Smith. “One of the highlights each year at LCU is the Smith Scholarship competition,” said LCU President Rick Brewer. “These high achieving students are impressive and full of promise for the future. Kylee Vanhoof proved to be the best of the best this year. I am confident Kylee and the other Smith Scholarship contestants will make a significant difference in and out of the classroom over the coming years at Louisiana Christian University.” Vanhoof, a member of First Baptist Church, Pineville, said she was honored to win the Smith Scholarship. “I feel … [Read more...]

Rennier named LCU vice president of student life

By Elizabeth Clarke, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) – Louisiana Christian University President Rick Brewer has announced the promotion of Meredith Rennier to vice president of student life. Brewer said Rennier, who has been serving as executive director of the Center for Calling and Career, will help strengthen the university’s mission, vision and commitment to a student experience known for being relevant, relational and rigorous. “Meredith brings significant experience and effective leadership to this position,” Brewer said. “In this role, Vice President Rennier will provide oversight for all Student Life programming, services and activities while continuing to lead LCU’s Center for Calling and Career.” In her new role, Rennier will oversee all student support services and provide leadership specifically through LCU’s counseling center, recreational events, student activities, residence life and international activities. “I am honored to serve LCU's mission of equipping student lives for learning, leading and serving through the role of Vice President of Student Life,” Rennier said. “What a privilege it is to provide leadership in a team that enriches the lives of our students. At LCU, there is a place for everyone, and … [Read more...]