In this issue: JBU celebrated 40 years of the Walton International Scholarship Program at Homecoming in October; Alumnus Phillip Todd helps shape national economic policy in Washington, D.C.; Humanitarian and disaster relief students gain real-world emergency response experience while mastering technical skills for future disaster-relief careers; See how JBU maintains financial strength through careful stewardship while remaining true to its student-first mission; Women's soccer makes deepest NAIA National Tournament run in program history; Get to know Vice President for Student Development Anne Tohme; and find out why The Gathering, JBU's student-led, weekly worship service, develops deep connections on campus.

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In this issue: From mainframes to smartphones and now artificial intelligence, JBU continues to evolve its technology to prepare students for tomorrow’s jobs; Recent grad Rachel Norwood ’24 developed a mental health curriculum for firefighters and is implementing it as an EMT and firefighter with the Siloam Springs Fire Department; Dimitri Clark ’23 is developing an image-based web browser for people with motor and visual disabilities; JBU’s Spanish program combines rigorous coursework, supportive faculty and study-abroad opportunities to prepare students for global engagement; and reflect on the record-breaking 2023-24 women's basketball season.

In this issue: The Steadfast Faith capital campaign will strengthen JBU for future generations; After 43 years, the Mabee Learning Resource Center will undergo its first major renovation to create a central Academic Success Center; Interior renovations of the Cathedral of the Ozarks sanctuary bring new beauty to JBU’s central worship space; JBU students were among those that discovered a historically important inscription at the Abila of the Decapolis Archaeological Dig; Student scholarships provide institutional aid for hundreds of students; The Golden Eagles produced four NAIA All-America selections; Staff Spotlight features Taylor Vanlandingham.

In this issue: JBU faculty, research opportunities and labs help students see science through a Christian worldview; Through sophisticated lab equipment, cadavers and professional programs, science majors are prepared for graduate school and the workforce; Biology professor and students use electrofishing to research the health of Sager Creek; JBU alumni use their doctoral studies to improve the treatment of autism spectrum disorder and Parkinson's disease; Research from alumnus Gibbs Kuguru has taken him worldwide, being featured on Discovery Channel's "Shark Week;" Alumni Nathan Kuykendall and Daniel Guzman explore innovations in AI and genetic testing; Staff Spotlight features Becky Weimer.

In this issue: A look at 80 years of Cathedral Choir history and new traditions; The JBU theatre program continues a tradition of excellent play and musical performances under the direction of Josiah Wallace and Liesl Dromi; The musical talent of JBU students isn’t limited to only music majors as Julianne Petersen ’23 and Matthew Campbell ’23 discuss their musical endeavors outside of campus; Luke Merrick ’19 and Amy Perry ’14 share their experiences working for Sight & Sound Theatres in Branson, Missouri, that produces panoramic plays based on the Bible’s most epic stories; Faculty Spotlight highlights Josiah Wallace, associate professor of speech and theatre.

In this issue: “Head, Heart, Hand” foundation for athletes includes academics, community service and their Christian faith; Student-athlete skills transfer beyond the classroom; learn the origins of JBU’s beloved mascot; Coach Kathleen Paulsen, Ph.D., uses coaching as discipleship; the three lessons Coach Jeff Soderquist imparts to his players; Alumni athletes reflect on the lessons they carried forward into their careers.