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Belong in community

Hard work is important, but so is your mental and spiritual health. At JBU, you'll be welcomed into a community of good friends and caring mentors that will help you thrive and enjoy life.

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Connect with others

Be known and build authentic, lasting friendships with students from across the country and around the world.

Get involved

Plug in to campus events, small groups, chapel band, student leadership, service opportunities and more.

Have fun and enjoy life

Develop socially, spiritually and emotionally over 4 great years.

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Connect with others

“My college roommate has become my best friend. I know I'm building a friendship that will last long after I graduate from JBU.”

“Every week we get together, drink coffee, eat dinner, and we study the Word together. I've learned so much and I'm so thankful for this kind of community in my life.”

"Worshiping God with my fellow students is amazing. The teaching not only helps me dive into the scriptures, but it also helps me apply them to my world and the world around me."

“My friends and I love to walk to downtown Siloam and grab our favorite coffee at Pour Jon's. It's one of my favorite places to hang out.”

“After a long day of classes, my friends and I love to hit the gym. Working out together is such a great way to unwind and connect. We leave feeling awesome and positive.”

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“As a resident assistant, I love coming home from school and hanging out with the girls on my hall. It's in the midst of those everyday moments, that they will often share their struggles, and I can encourage and pray for them.”

"What's fun about being part of the Cathedral Choir is that it's made up of students from every major, and I've become best friends with people I probably wouldn't have met otherwise."

“In the Red Steps, we create together, write our own music, and plan setlists that fit the group we are leading in worship. And then we get to be the hands and feet of Jesus – listening to people and hearing their stories.”

“Because English is my second language, I can relate to kids in our community who are learning English for the first time. Through friendship, mentoring, and tutoring, our goal is to show them that college is a real possibility”

“When I help these kids express themselves through their art, I'm fueling their artistic passion, as well as my own. I grow in my own creativity because I'm helping kids develop theirs.”

“As part of the Great Abandon Dance Ministry, I get to share the message of the Gospel through dance. Performing has deepened my relationship with Jesus, and it's incredible to watch our audience respond in powerful ways.”

“For me, there's nothing like the thrill of performing live. I love giving the audience a chance to journey with the cast through a story, and to be changed by the performance.”

Have fun and enjoy life

“They have all of these llamas and turtles and snakes and we get to come and take a break from studying for finals and hang out with them. It's just a really fun time.”

"Owning a hammock at JBU is almost as important as textbooks. Where else are you going to do your homework, take an afternoon nap, or hang with your friends?"

“I was able to show off my God given skills for a huge crowd of friends and fellow students and receive feedback from judges that are actually working in the recording industry.”

“It's awesome to know that JBU recognizes the stress that we're under, and gives an opportunity for us to just relax and have a fun time before finals begin.”

“The guys I play with are like my brothers. We work so hard, and we grow together on and off the field. It's really been an incredible experience to be on this team.”

“My friends and I play on an intramural team, and we have loved being able to take a break from studying to have fun, and be active, while competing in different sports that we love.”

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My friend from a state school said, ‘You know everyone! When I walk across my campus, I don't see recognizable faces.’

At JBU I've been able to form deeper, more intimate relationships. I know so many people.”

Isabelle Martinez

Psychology student

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Live on campus for the full experience

No matter what, you'll be an engaged member of the JBU community, but it's even better when you live on campus with the majority of students.

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Engage in authentic faith and serve others

"Christ Over All" is the heart of JBU. During your time here, you'll be encouraged to worship God fully and embrace a broken world redemptively.

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Diversity at JBU

JBU students come from all over – 38 U.S. states and 53 foreign countries. We are devoted to cultivating a culturally inclusive environment where diversity of thought, experience and expression are valued, respected, welcomed and celebrated.

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Multicultural Organization of Students Active in Christ

MOSAIC is a student-lead organization intended to create unity among the minority Americans on the JBU campus.

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Student Development

At JBU, we're about educating the "Head, Heart and Hand." Student Development is where your heart and hands can get involved — through chapel, volunteering, Bible studies, and so much more.

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Recreation & Fitness

Whether you're looking for competitive varsity athletic opportunities, more casual intramural opportunities or just a good place work out, you'll find it at JBU.

Varsity and Junior Varsity Athletics

JBU Intramural Teams

The Health Complex

On-campus mountain bike trail

Explore Northwest Arkansas

Northwest Arkansas is the #4 Best Place to Live in the U.S. according to U.S. News & World Report (2019). It offers a unique combination of job opportunities, outdoor activities and world-class culture.

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Student Services

These are services that enhance student growth and provide various kinds of support. They include Campus Safety, Career Development, Academic Assistance, the Student Counseling Center, the Writing Center and more.

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Virtual Campus Tour

We know it's not always possible to visit campus, so we've created a 360° virtual tour of campus.

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Tailor your college experience to your interests

Join a student club
Join a student club

Student clubs offer unique ways to connect with others who are passionate about the same things you are. We have a variety of academic, athletic and special interest clubs to explore. If something's missing, you can start thinking about forming a new club.

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Take on a leadership role
Take on a leadership role

You can apply for a variety of leadership positions on campus. Opportunities include chapel band, Growth Group Leader, Orientation Leader, Resident Assistant, Student Ministries Leadership Team and more.

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Rent outdoor gear
Rent outdoor gear

For small fees, students can rent various kinds of outdoor gear to use as they explore Northwest Arkansas. Equipment available includes kayaks, canoes, tents, sleeping bags, bikes and more.

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Tryout for varsity athletics
Tryout for varsity athletics

JBU has 11 varsity athletics teams: soccer, basketball, track & field, cross country, volleyball and tennis.

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Play club sports
Play club sports

Club sports include rugby, ultimate frisbee and volleyball.

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Join an intramural team
Join an intramural team

JBU's intramural program is open to all students, staff and faculty. Friendly competition and sportsmanship is promoted throughout the intramural season.

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Music performance and worship leadership
Music performance and worship leadership

Join a choir, be part of a chapel band and more. 

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Theatre performance
Theatre performance

Students from all majors are welcome to audition for any of the four faculty-directed productions per year. There are two plays and two musicals. In addition, student-directed projects are presented upon approval. 

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Take an international trip
Take an international trip

You have the opportunity to study abroad through international education trips and service teams. You'll learn intercultural awareness and intercultural communication skills so that you become more globally-aware and can better engage with people from all backgrounds.

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Serve in Student Government
Serve in Student Government

The Student Government Association (SGA) is here to be the voice of JBU students and to provide communication between them, the administration and faculty. It is SGA's job to hear the student perspective, address concerns and pursue projects at their request in order to better the JBU experience.

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Plan Student Events & Activities
Plan Student Events & Activities

Join Student Events and Activities (SEA) and cultivate community, culture and creativity on the JBU campus. SEA provides entertainment and experiences that bring the entire student body together. You can help JBU students to connect with new people, nurture their existing friendships and impact the campus atmosphere.

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Workout in the Health Complex
Workout in the Health Complex

As a student, you'll have access to the recently renovated Walton Lifetime Health Complex (WLHC). It's a full-feature fitness center that features two cardio and weight rooms, a 6-lane pool, an indoor track and more.

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