Johnson University

05/27/2026

There's something about this city that feels like purpose.

Nestled at the edge of the Smokies, Knoxville is a place that's alive with community, culture, and something deeper...a calling.

Come see what's waiting for you here.

Learn more about JU: Johnsonu.edu

05/25/2026

Wherever this summer takes you — home, across the country, on a mission, or somewhere in between — carry what you've learned, the faith you've grown, and the family you've found here.

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We want to see it all!

05/23/2026

Our Johnson Royals baseball team takes the field today at 2 PM Eastern! ⚾️💙

If you’ve been cheering from near or far, thank you. The support, encouragement, prayers, and messages have meant more than you know to these guys throughout this incredible journey. What an amazing experience it has been so far! 🙌🏽

Watch the game live here: https://urbanedgenetwork.net/

05/20/2026

Kiersten Bell didn't just study the human body—she learned how to care for it.

As a Life Sciences major, volleyball player, and certified CNA, Kiersten has balanced rigorous academics with real-world healthcare experience. From researching mutation and adaptation in Molecular Biology to working in nursing homes, she's discovered how science and compassion work together.

Next stop? Physician Assistant school, where she'll combine clinical skill with faith-informed care.

05/20/2026

Let’s GO ROYALS!!! 🔥 ⚾️

05/17/2026

Our Johnson Royals softball team finished as Runner-Up in the NAIA National Tournament Opening Round, capping off an incredible season filled with grit, heart, and moments our campus won’t soon forget! 💙

At 11:40 PM on May 13, members of our Johnson community, including staff, faculty, and students, gathered to welcome the team back to campus and celebrate all they accomplished this season!

This reel captures a few of those special moments, along with highlights from an unforgettable year!

Grateful for this team. Grateful for this season. Grateful to be Royal. 👏🏽

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05/16/2026

Teacher Tip of the Day 🍎

“Students don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”

Missy Drinnon, one of our Teaching professors, often shares this paraphrased quote with future educators.

At Johnson University, we’re learning that the heart behind teaching matters just as much as the content. The small moments of care are often what students remember most.

05/15/2026

Have you seen this? 📰

Knoxville News Sentinel took notice of something special happening here at Johnson University!

Our Royals made the news... and we could not be more proud.

https://www.knoxnews.com/story/sports/college/2026/05/14/tennessee-baseball-dave-serrano-johnson-university-naia-world-series/90076528007/

This is the kind of story that reminds you why we do what we do. ⚾

Former Tennessee baseball coach Dave Serrano lead Johnson University to its first NAIA World Series appearance with a win over Kansas Wesleyan on May 13.

05/14/2026

Big moments. Big leadership. ⚾️👏🏽

Head Coach Dave Serrano shares his postgame thoughts following historic step for Johnson Royals Baseball.

Proud of this team, their grit, and the way they continue to represent Johnson University with excellence on and off the field.

Keep making history, Royals. 💙⚾️

05/14/2026

History made. ⚾️🔥

For the first time in program history, the Johnson Royals Baseball team is headed to the NAIA World Series in Lewiston!

What an incredible accomplishment for this team, coaching staff, and everyone who has poured into this program along the way. The grit, discipline, brotherhood, and perseverance it took to get here cannot be overstated!

Royals, let’s celebrate this moment well and cheer these guys on as they represent Johnson University on one of the biggest stages in NAIA baseball! 👏🏽💙

Next stop: Lewiston.

05/13/2026

Meet Dr. Sarah Cathey—Dean of the School of Science, Technology and Mathematics and a Life Sciences professor who's spent 13 years helping students discover the wonder of creation.

With a background in research and a passion for connecting students to the big picture of how God's world works, Dr. Cathey leads labs that feel like close-knit learning communities. Her students don't just study biology—they see it come alive through hands-on discovery and collaboration.