CRC Partners with Classic Learning Test (CLT)

Crowley’s Ridge College has partnered with the Classic Learning Test (CLT).

The Classic Learning Test (CLT) may be newer to the college entrance exam world, but it has quickly become more and more accepted as an entrance exam for college and university admissions offices along with the standard SAT and ACT exams. As a new partner, CRC recognizes the CLT as an acceptable entrance exam for admissions.  

“We are excited to announce CRC’s partnership with the Classic Learning Test (CLT) and we believe it is an important addition to our admissions process as we search for future Pioneers to add to our CRC family,” says Dean of Students Erica Richardson, “It is clear that CRC and CLT have similar missions as we strive forward in Christian higher education and emphasize spiritual growth, service, critical thinking, and scholarship for our students and the work of God’s Kingdom.”

The CLT takes approximately two hours to complete and assesses verbal and quantitative reasoning and grammar/writing. Scores are received within 10 business days and are instantly shareable with any number of colleges and universities at no cost. Students who take the CLT are also eligible for academic scholarships at partnering colleges, including CRC. 

For more information, contact CRC’s Office of Admissions at admissions@crc.edu or by calling (870) 236-6901.

For more information about CLT, visit www.cltexam.com.

Senior Marketing Major Scores School Record on MFT.

Alex Mero will be graduating on May 13th with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing.
 
Alex recently scored a 199/200 on the MFT (Major Field Test) exam, which is the highest score by any CRC student since 2012 when the exam started being administered. Alex completed the course requirements for his Bachelor’s degree in just three years and will be graduating with a 4.0 GPA. He was also a member of the Men’s Basketball team.
 
Crowley’s Ridge College’s staff, and especially the Division of Business faculty, recognizes and congratulates Alex on his accomplishments and wishes him the best in his bright future. We are so proud to call him a Pioneer!

CRC Selects Pierce as Next VPAA

Congratulations to Jeremy Pierce, who has been named Vice President for Academic Affairs. The appointment becomes effective July 1, 2023.
 
Pierce joined Crowley’s Ridge College as an adjunct instructor in 2016 teaching courses in New Testament and Personal Evangelism. In the summer of 2020, he became the Division Chair of Biblical Studies. He also gained experience at CRC serving nearly three years in academic assessment, two years on the curriculum committee with a year and half as chair, and has served as the Dean of Students. Pierce will begin his Doctorate of Ministry at Harding School of Theology this fall.
 
CRC President Dr. Richard Johnson and the Board of Trustees are confident that Mr. Pierce is an excellent choice as CRC’s next VPAA.
President Johnson stated, “Jeremy’s heart is at CRC and he has done an excellent job as our Interim VPAA. Jeremy is someone we can depend on in this important role. His Biblical knowledge coupled with his academic experience make him an excellent choice as our next VPAA and is someone who understands how to keep the college advancing in her academic programs.”
 
President Johnson and First Lady Andrea Johnson hosted a reception after chapel yesterday for students, faculty, and staff to celebrate Mr. Pierce’s selection to his new leadership role.

Hahn Named Next Women’s Basketball Assistant Coach

CRC announces their next Women’s Assistant Basketball Coach, Chris Hahn! Coach Hahn has 11 years experience as a head coach in SEMO with stops at Holcomb, Delta and Greenville. Coach Hahn led the nation in scoring in 2019-20. He’s also led his teams to two elite eight finishes and has been selected three different times as conference coach of the year.

“I’m extremely excited and grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the school. I really believe in the vision that coach Richardson has for the program moving forward and I can’t wait to get on campus and start working with our kids!” -Chris Hahn

Let’s welcome Coach Hahn to the CRC family! #CRCWBB #PioneerTough

 

by Wil Teague, Sports Information Director

CRC Announces Brady Flynn as Men’s Assistant Basketball Coach

Crowley’s Ridge College announces Brady Flynn as the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach for the 2023-2024 season.  Flynn joins CRC from Shorter University in Georgia, where he served as the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach for two seasons.  Flynn is a Liberty University alumni, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Coaching in 2021 and worked as a student manager of the Women’s Basketball team during his time there.  He also obtained his Master’s in Business Administration from Shorter University in 2022.

“I am tremendously grateful and blessed to be joining the Crowley’s Ridge family,” said Coach Flynn. “I look forward to working with our staff and players for not just this season, but all future seasons to come,” Flynn says.

Tim Tebow visits campus

Former Heisman trophy winner, two-time National Champion, five-time New York Times best-selling author, and future NCAA Football Hall of Famer, Tim Tebow, brought this year’s keynote speech to Crowley’s Ridge College Spirit of America event Thursday, April 6th.  

$128,060 was raised by Spirit of America this year through a variety of different sponsorships, donations, ticket sales, and a silent auction. All profits will go directly to support CRC’s student scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year. There were approximately 550-560 in attendance.

CRC Biology Professor Submits Third Research Publication in the last Year

Assistant Professor of Biology, Dr. Zach Grimes, is part of a multi-institutional grant team that was recently submitted to the National Science Foundation (NSF). Dr. Grimes is an author on two research studies that have been published this year and has also submitted his third to the Journal of Research in Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education for publication titled “Conceptions of Disciplinary Anxiety across Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)” along with co-author Dr. Grant Gardner Ph.D. of Middle Tennessee State University.

We are incredibly blessed to have Dr. Grimes as a part of our growing Division of Arts and Sciences.

“The Division of Arts and Sciences at CRC is poised for some amazing growth in the coming months and years. Not only the new Chemistry building breaking ground this summer, but program partnerships with both Harding and Freed-Hardeman give us a starting point. These 5 programs will require us to design and implement 11 new courses in the sciences and mathematics, 7 of which will include rigorous laboratory components. These new courses will also give us more courses to add to our existing programs in addition to the potential for new concentrations that could use these courses. The new building and expanded infrastructure provided therein will also give us the capability for local community outreach and service.” -Dr. Grimes

CRC Announces Fall 2022 Honors


Crowley’s Ridge College has announced its President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester.

A student must be enrolled full-time and achieve a GPA of 3.5 to be named to the Dean’s List. 

Students who achieve a GPA of 4.0 are named to the President’s List. 

A total of 60 students are recognized for the Fall 2022 semester, including 19 students who qualified for the President’s List. 

The members of the Fall 2022 Crowley’s Ridge College President’s List, listed alphabetically, are: 

Dru Bryant

Danielle Bullard

Heather Conaway

Matthew Crabtree

Jessica Duhme

Micah Duncan

Emi Elms

KristyAnn Grimes

Alyssa Henry

Lotti Hoffman

Caleb Krimmel

Joshua Lazzarino

Todd McMillen

Alex Mero

Brinley Morgan

Kenneth Nelms

Tara Pangborn

Mickayla Smith

Lilly Wessel

The members of the Fall 2022 Crowley’s Ridge College Dean’s List, listed alphabetically, are: 

Caise Austin

Abigail Baldwin

Lindsey Browning

Hannah Burk

Dalton Burrow

Kaylee Cline

Braxton Cousins

Bailey Cupples

Madison Erickson

Piper Farmer

Sierrah Floyd

Nicholas Garrett

Hunter Gibson

Paige Glenn

Daniel Gossett

Jadyn Hesse

Kourtni Jagneaux

Jamerria Johnson

Bailey Jones

Andrew Knipple

Ernest Lamb

Vancell Lucas III

Casey Lyles

Kinley Matlock

Autum Maxwell

Brooklyn Melson

Austin Monks

Sarajane Nowman

Eric Pangborn

Brooklynn Passmore

Avery Perkins

Azlyn Pierce

Hydiyah Robinson

Joshua Schmitt

Tori Sutherland

Creston Sweet

Ethan Tripp

Reigiana Ward

Alexis Weirich

Halea Wells

Koda Yates

CRC Bible Chair to serve as House Chaplain at Arkansas House of Representatives

CRC’s Jeremy Pierce, Division Chair of the Biblical Studies department, will serve as House Chaplain at the Arkansas House of Representatives on Monday, January 23rd.  The role of Chaplain is a time-honored tradition in our state as it provides spiritual support to our legislators while they are serving the people.  Representatives face a list of obstacles in serving including making difficult decisions as they wade through countless details while evaluating legislation.  For Mr. Pierce, this is not a political exercise but one of ministry, and he is honored to have the opportunity to serve. The House of Representatives will convene at 1:00 pm on Monday with an opening prayer led by Mr. Pierce followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.