Christian vs. Secular Colleges: Transforming Faith Beyond High School

Welcome to "The Cross and The Classroom"! In this episode, host Toby Coffman sits down with Dr. Kristine Wolberg, a seasoned educator with an impressive academic background. Together, they dive deep into the landscape of Christian higher education—exploring how the collegiate experience has changed over the years, the importance of choosing the right college environment, and the impact those choices have on a student's faith journey.Dr. Wolberg shares heartfelt stories from her time teaching at various institutions and offers invaluable advice for families navigating the college decision process. She discusses why the culture of a college matters just as much as academics, and why surrounding yourself with a community that supports your faith can be a game-changer during this pivotal life stage.Interesting Fact:According to Dr. Wolberg, some Christian colleges, like Calvin University, have had a 100% law school acceptance rate for their graduates—an impressive statistic that even rivals top secular institutions.Tune in for practical tips, candid conversations, and inspiring insights on helping your child or student thrive—academically and spiritually—through their college years.Cited Sources:Railsback, Gary. "Faith Commitment Of Born-Again Students At Secular And Evangelical Colleges." Journal Of Research On Christian Education 15.1 (2006): 39-60. Academic Search Complete. Web. 2 Apr. 2016. Contact the Valor Library for a copy of this article: [email protected] Life on Christian Campuses: https://cll.web.baylor.edu/ (Baylor)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWr6v34spcs&list=PLOwhmxkjjOYO_RxMRVIjnGvTfyWQv0S4Y&index=7 (Wheaton College)https://www.google.com/search?q=taylor+university+residence+life&rlz=1C5GCEM_enUS1179US1179&oq=Taylor+University+residence+l&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBwgAEAAYgAQyBwgAEAAYgAQyBggBEEUYOTIICAIQAB (Taylor)National Rankings(Wheaton) https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/wheaton-college-il-1781(Baylor) https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/baylor-university-6967(Calvin) https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/calvin-university-2241/overall-rankings(Colorado Christian) https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/colorado-christian-university-9401/overall-rankingsThank you for listening. To learn more about Valor Christian High School please check out our website. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!