Christine Lee Smith

Christine Lee Smith, instructor of photography, wrote a chapter in The Spirit and the Sketch: Pneumatological Reflections on Visual Art. Her chapter was titled The Tree of Vocation: Discerning Artistic Vocation with the Spirit (Bloomsbury, May 14).

Dr. Shawn Wilhite

Dr. Shawn Wilhite, professor of New Testament: Cyril of Alexandria’s Christological Exegesis: Explorations of Partitive Exegesis in the Dialogues on the Trinity. (Brepols, June 1).

Dr. Antonio Méjico Jr., associate professor of social work: When the Hurting is Too Much: A Guide to Contemplative Prayer to Help you Walk with Grief. (Resource Publications, May 7).

Brian Drummond (right)

Brian Drummond, adjunct professor of English: Courageous Calling: Following Christ in Response to His Calling on your Life. (April 13).

Dr. Nathan Iverson

Dr. Nathan Iverson, associate professor of psychology: Why AI is Coming for Lawyers Before Plumbers (Psychology Today, May 17).

Dr. Dan Grissom

Dr. Dan Grissom, professor of computer science: University AI-instruction opportunities grow at a fast pace (Baptist Press, June 1).

Dr. Matthew Rickard

Dr. Matthew Rickard, professor of biomedical engineering: A Dynamic, Time-Dependent Lux Threshold Algorithm for Quantifying Outdoor Time with Myopia Wearables. Annual Meeting of The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology in Denver on May 7.

Dr. Tae Sung

Dr. Tae Sung, professor of English: moderated two panels focused on his upcoming book, Pragmatism and the Postsecular: The Gift in American Philosophy, Religion, and Literature. Western Regional Conference on Christianity and Literature at CBU on May 15-16.

Dr. Jeff Cate

Dr. Jeff Cate, professor of New Testament: paper Intrinsic Evidence and Matthean Muddles. 2026 Text and Manuscript Conference hosted by the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts in Plano, Texas, on May 28.

Dr. Teresa Hamilton

Dr. Teresa Hamilton, professor of nursing: panel Proactively Managing your Professional Development as a Healthcare Leader. Inland Empire Chapters of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives in Ontario, California, on May 16.

Dr. Rich Simpson, university registrar, and Dr. Grace Brown, associate provost for academic services: From Attendance to Engagement: Leveraging Analytics for Student Success. 111th American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers in New Orleans on April 20. Simpson also presented The New Normal Isn’t New Anymore: Engagement in Hybrid Work.

Dr. Robert LaChausse

Dr. Robert LaChausse, professor of public health, spoke on the Monks and Merrill podcast on KFI640 AM. The episode was called Deadly Lessons Ignored? Teen DUI Tragedy and School Culture Wars Collide (May 14).

Dr. Joshua Knabb

Dr. Joshua Knabb, professor of psychology, was a guest on Sandals Church’s podcast, The Debrief with Pastor Matt Brown. The episode was called How Christians Heal with Dr. Joshua Knabb (May 21).

Dr. Abby Cole

Dr. Abby Cole, adjunct professor of communication studies, graduated with her Doctor of Philosophy, Arts, Technology and Emerging Communication from the University of Texas, Dallas. Her dissertation drew on journalism history and feminist theory to present the case for a reconfigured praxis during the historical shift for democracy, culture and society.

Christine Balling

Christine Balling, senior student accounts counselor, was named employee of the month for June. Her nomination included the following statements: “Christine has a heart for helping students and families have the best experience at CBU. She is self-motivated and her care for students is reflected in the quality of her work. Her compassion and empathy for others are a testament to her faith and dedication to CBU’s mission.”

In May, Dr. Stacy Meyer, associate dean of the school of education, Deborah Roberts, adjunct professor of education, and Kirk Skorpanich, adjunct professor of education, took a group of students from the School of Education to Malawi, Africa. The group supported SAFE Africa and its ministry, Why Wait. The ministry’s biblical life skills curriculum teaches Godly character and helps students build a strong foundation for a life of moral integrity and positive influence.

From June 12-21, the Collinsworth School of Performing Arts will showcase the annual Courtyard Shakespeare Festival. The two productions the festival will feature include Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Sondheim and Lapine’s Into the Woods. Tickets can be purchased for one production only, or a combination of both!

The summer Performing Arts Camps kick off on June 22. This year, the school will offer five camps throughout the year including band/jazz, choir, strings, junior high theatre and high school theatre. Open to junior high and high school students, these camps will foster growth in young musicians while building a tradition of music appreciation. Visit calbaptist.edu/sopacamps to register.

Jason Quan, director of strength and conditioning, is hosting a Speed Agility Strength Camp June 2 to July 2. The camp is for middle and high school boys and girls who want to improve their speed and agility in any sport. The camp will happen in CBU’s Athletic Performance Center located in the Recreation Center. 

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