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SBU's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Relocating to Springfield
The university plans to move the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program from its current location in Bolivar to be based out of the university's Springfield campus beginning with the Fall 2025 semester. The move is pending final approvals that are expected to be resolved by February.
Fall 2024 Honor Roll
SBU announces the students named to the university's honor rolls, a distinction given to those who achieve the institution's highest academic standards.
SBU Confers 171 Degrees during the Fall 2024 Commencement
Southwest Baptist University awarded 111 undergraduate degrees and 60 graduate degrees during its winter commencement ceremony, held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, in the Jane and Ken Meyer Wellness and Sports Center on the Bolivar campus.
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Founded in 1878, Southwest Baptist University is a private Christian college with campuses in Bolivar, Springfield, Salem and Mountain View, Missouri. Our mission is to equip students academically, spiritually and socially for a lifetime of servant leadership. SBU fosters an engaging education in a dynamic learning community, as evidenced by our Colleges of Distinction recognitions.
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