How Faith-Based Universities Shape the Future (ft. WWU President Alex Bryan)

19/12/2024 1h 12min
How Faith-Based Universities Shape the Future (ft. WWU President Alex Bryan)

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In this episode, we sit down with Alex Bryan, the new president of Walla Walla University. They discuss the evolution of Walla Walla University from their time as students to now, and delve into the values and mission of Adventist education. Bryan shares his insights on the importance of faith-based higher education, his personal journey within the Adventist educational system, and the challenges and opportunities facing young adults today. The conversation also touches on the impact of technology and the importance of creating a meaningful, faith-filled community. This is episode 3 in the series about Adventist Education. Join our Patreon: https://tinyurl.com/swtspatreon Have a question you want us to discuss? Comment? Maybe you disagree with something we said? Either way, we'd love to hear from you! Shoot us a DM on Instagram or an email at: [email protected]:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:45 Memories and Experiences at Walla Walla 04:47 The Journey to Walla Walla 12:45 The Importance of Faith-Based Higher Education 16:06 Challenges and Future of Adventist Education 24:18 Adventist Identity and Mission 37:52 Adventist Higher Education: Integrating Faith and Learning 38:23 Experiences Outside Adventism: Lessons Learned 42:15 The Importance of Humility and Creativity 44:21 Navigating the World Beyond Adventist Education 45:50 Balancing Shelter and Exposure in Education57:27 The Role of Technology in Modern Education 01:02:10 Reflections and Future of Adventist Education 01:11:19 Closing Remarks and Gratitude