Malone University included in Education Insider Magazine’s inaugural class of Top 20 Christian Colleges
For the first time ever, Education Insider Magazine has launched a class of Top 20 Christian Colleges and Malone University was selected for inclusion in the list. A definitive source for a holistic exploration of the ever-evolving world of education, Education Insider delves into the technological and non-technological aspects of the education industry, offering a well-rounded perspective that embraces the entire educational landscape.
The list, which includes institutions spanning from Alaska to the eastern seaboard, was inspired by their subscriber base through nominations reflecting exemplary services in academic offerings that integrate faith and learning. More than 250 nominations were received. Next, their editorial team evaluated each nomination based on criteria such as innovation, student satisfaction, and market presence, and the finalists progressed to a panel of chief academic officers for final review. Malone was one of only two Ohio institutions selected and the only Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU) institution in Ohio to be included.
“It is such an honor to be featured in the inaugural class of Top 20 Christian Colleges,” said Greg Miller, Ph.D., president. “Faculty and administrators at each institution on the list are fulfilling their own unique calls from the Lord in how they serve their students and the Kingdom of God, so this is cause to celebrate our shared work. It is also a worthy reminder that Christian education is not only relevant in the 21st century, but also needed and necessary. Gen Z is at a critical place in their lives – both vocationally and personally – and our work contributes to preparing them to bravely stand as the God-glorifying men and women they were created to be. Ours is a high calling indeed.”
Faith integration in course curriculum, and the ways in which faculty members individually disciple students toward Christ, are key factors in differentiating Bible-based universities from others in the marketplace. For Malone, this is paramount.
“The ways in which we integrate faith and education here at Malone are distinctive,” said Christina Schnyders, Ph.D., LPCC-S, provost. “To equip our faculty for this responsibility, we provide second and third year faculty with a course release during the fall semester so they can participate in an interdisciplinary seminar. This seminar explores how to meaningfully and intentionally Christian faith in the sciences, in social work, in history, in English, and more. It’s formational in ways that really translate into the classroom and beyond, so that students also grow to understand servant leadership and work-as-vocation differently because of it. We wholeheartedly believe that faith integration shows students how Christian faith shapes their worldview so they’re equipped to compassionately serve the community around them.”
To view the full list and read the latest issue, including an article about the importance of Christian higher education by Miller, visit www.educationinsidermagazine.com.