Release from Barclay College
Haviland, KS – Dr. Royce Frazier, President of Barclay College, announced that the school has exceeded the $800,000 goal to begin the accreditation process for a new nursing program. “I am pleased to announce that at the end of November Barclay College has received $1,003,000 toward the startup of the new nursing program. It is evident that the college is moving into a new era in the 21st century through the vision of our board, the support of the Barclay College family, and the work of God.
The goal of $800,000 for a program startup was a sizable challenge. However, the resulting support came from both individuals and from the area medical community. Pratt Regional Medical Center and Kiowa County Hospital gave significant gifts toward the new nursing program.
Susan Page, President and CEO, Pratt Regional Medical Center, said, “We absolutely support Barclay College's initiative to establish an accredited nursing program that could be so beneficial for the residents of Southwest Kansas! We stand ready to assist in any way we can.”
The results have exceeded expectations. Larry Lewis, VP for Institutional Advancement noted, “I think that there was such a strong response to our nursing program because people see it as a real need in southwest Kansas, and it’s a great way to increase student enrollment at Barclay College.” Lewis added, “The underlying message is that people see value in having a nursing program from a Christian perspective. Not only are we helping fill the void in the nursing field, but we can do it by being Christ’s hands and feet to those we care for.”
The college hired Kim Hansen, B.S.N., M.S.N, as the new Director of Nursing Education in July 2019 to begin the accreditation process for the program. Reflecting on the generous outpouring of support Hansen observed, “The blessing in starting a nursing program at Barclay College is not only that we can help to fulfill this need, but our students will graduate with a major in Nursing and in Biblical Studies, combining faith and nursing. Our program's mission will be to graduate highly competent, ministry-minded nurses who contribute to a diverse global community through effective Christian life, service, and leadership.
In the fall board meeting of 2019, the Board of Trustees approved the launching of the quest to start a nursing program at Barclay College. The challenge had been discussed for many years, maybe decades, but had always faltered when it came to funding. Courageously, the Board of Trustees determined to take the necessary steps to ensure the success. Board members gave the initial gifts and pledges that totaled nearly $100,000 to launch the march toward a nursing program goal.
“Both supporters and people in the medical profession affirm that an institution that is committed to both faith and healing has a relevant place in our culture and our world today,” remarked President Frazier. “I think we are only seeing the beginning of what might be a new direction for the college. Holding to our deeply grounded roots in partnering a degree in nursing or any undergraduate medical profession and a degree in theology sets our students apart. They will become world-changers!”
Barclay College is located in Haviland, Kansas, located west of Pratt on HWY 54/400, is a private faith-based school that offers a rigorous four-year academic program both for residential campus and online, with a solid biblical foundation for students with evangelical faith traditions. A School of Graduate Studies offers a Master of Arts degree in nine ministry concentrations. Its mission is to prepare students in a Bible-centered environment for effective Christian life, service, and leadership.
A full tuition scholarship is given to campus students who live in the dorm. College supporters fund this program so that students can receive a quality education with little or no debt.
Applications are currently accepted for the Fall 2021 semester on campus. Online programs start every six weeks. Students may contact Admissions at (800) 862.0226 or by email at [email protected]. They may also apply through the website at www.barclaycollege.edu.