SBU Mountain View Campus

06/01/2026

🎓 SBU-Mountain View Graduate Spotlight! 🎓
Meet Kristy Miran, one of our incredible Psychology graduates from the Class of May 2026! 🌟

When reflecting on her time at SBU, Kristy shared that Shae was amazing through this entire adventure, and her favorite classes were with Mr. Heller!

Next Big Goal: Securing employment, with plans to attend law school in the future! ⚖️

Advice to her past self: "It all goes by faster than you think. Enjoy these moments and don't stress."

We are so proud of you, Kristy! Thank you for choosing SBU. Join us in congratulating her in the comments! 🎉👇

05/28/2026

🎓 Spotlight on SBU-Mountain View Class of 2026! 🎓
Meet Susan Dusenberry, who is officially graduating with her degree in Psychology!

Favorite Campus Memory: Sharing the SBU experience by having class with her son!

Next Big Goal: Focusing on her ministry as a grammar school teacher with NCS and our church plant—plus, making more bread! 🥖

Advice to Her Past Self: "Everything is in its own season, and you can catch up on sleep later."

We are so proud of you, Susan! Congratulations! 💜

05/25/2026

🌟LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT: Cheryl Frescoln 🌟

As part of our "Connection Series," we are thrilled to introduce Cheryl Frescoln, a member of our SBU Mountain View Advisory Board.

Having graduated from SBU shortly after the Mountain View campus opened, Cheryl knows firsthand the power of a four-year degree. "Knowing how much it enriched my life made me want to help continue that legacy for others in this area," they share.

Cheryl loves staying connected to the campus—from watching family members take classes to seeing how local scholarships open doors for both young and adult learners. For her, serving on the board is about more than just business; it’s about giving back to the community that helped shape their own professional path.

Cheryl’s advice to students: A degree provides more than just a career—it provides stability and a way to give back. It is an honor to have [Your Name] guiding our mission!

05/22/2026

The SBU Mtn View Campus Office Hours will be Monday through Thursday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm, and Closed on Fridays effective May 22-July 31.

If you need any assistance, please call (417) 934-2999 or send an email to Shae Miller (Director) at [email protected].

Have a great summer!🌞

05/21/2026

🎓 Campus Spotlight: Meet James F. Jones Jr.! 🎓
We are proud to recognize James, a May 2026 graduate. James is officially closing this chapter with a Masters in Elementary Education from SBU-Mountain View.

Campus Memory: "One college memory I have is going from work straight to class, tired but still showing up and getting through it."

Advice to Past Self: "Keep going. You're going to face some rough days and feel like giving up, but you've got what it takes to make it through."

We are incredibly proud of your dedication, James! 💜

05/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to SBU Alumna Hannah Harper, this year's winner of American Idol! Hannah attended our Mountain View Campus before beginning her current trajectory to stardom during which she has inspired millions through sharing her faith and incredible voice. We're so proud of you, Hannah! 🎤 ✨

Hannah Harper is the newest winner of American Idol, capping a season in which the Missouri mother-of-three openly shared her Christian faith, struggles with postpartum depression and passion for

05/18/2026

IMPACT & PASSION SPOTLIGHT: Ron Reed

⏳✨It’s Never Too Late to Stop Waiting ⏳✨
Meet Ron, a member of our Advisory Board who knows firsthand that the biggest barrier to success is often just... waiting.

After joining the military at 17 and finding a good job, Ron hit a wall. "The problems for advancement soon became my own personal obstacle because of my lack of a degree," he shares. Thanks to a persistent friend, I went back to school and earned a Master’s degree at age 48!

Now, Ron uses that experience to guide our Mountain View campus. His best advice? Don’t fall into the "I’ll wait a while" trap. As the song goes: "Time, why you punish me... you wash away my dreams."

"The joy of taking a student—sometimes young and sometimes older—and giving them the confidence that college is not just for others, but can be for them also... that is the motivation for each of us on the board."

Thank you, Ron, for proving it’s never too late to invest in yourself and others!

05/13/2026

🎓 Campus Spotlight: Meet Sarrah D. Tice! 🎓
We are so proud to recognize Sarrah, a May 2026 graduate from the SBU-Mountain View Campus with her Master’s in Education! 🍎✨

Sarrah cherishes her time learning from the best, specifically highlighting the hands-on, creative, and engaging lessons from Dr. Collins, and the high standards set by Mrs. Reese to inspire the next generation.

Next Goal: Landing a teaching job and continuing her education journey! Advice to self: "Dude, just go with the flow. The Holy Spirit flow because ultimately He’s in charge and will switch up your plans on you. It’s all for the good! Also Esther 4:14."

Congratulations, Sarrah! We can't wait to see the impact you make! 🐻🐾

05/11/2026

What an incredible turnout at the SBU Mountain View Capping Ceremony! 🎉

We celebrated the achievements of our December 2025 & May 2026 graduates, with 17 remarkable individuals earning Associate, Bachelor, and Master's Degrees.

A heartfelt thank you to the attendees who joined us to honor their dedication and success alongside family, friends, & faculty.

Here's to new beginnings and endless possibilities! 🌟🎓
Drop a 👏 to congratulate our new alumni!

05/07/2026

🎉Happy Birthday to our students and faculty celebrating birthdays during May: Sarah Barkley, Caleb Bates, Kimberly Bockman, Isaiah Dusenberry, Sheekota Gott, Kendra Halbert, Ashley Smith, and Dr. John Collins.🎂💜