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Bethany Global University

Coordinates: 44°47′45″N 93°22′15″W / 44.79583°N 93.37083°W / 44.79583; -93.37083
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Bethany Global University
MottoLiving with eternity in view
TypePrivate university
Established1948
Religious affiliation
Evangelical Christian
DirectorDavid Hasz
Students145
Location, ,
United States

44°47′45″N 93°22′15″W / 44.79583°N 93.37083°W / 44.79583; -93.37083
Colors   Blue and White
Websitebethanygu.edu

Bethany Global University (formally Bethany College of Missions)[1] is a private Evangelical Christian university in Bloomington, Minnesota. Its primary focus is on training missionaries and it was founded in 1948. It was one of nine work colleges[2] in the United States until 2024 when it moved to a fully online format.[3]

History

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Bethany Global University, originated as the Bethany Fellowship Missionary Training Center in 1945 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.[4] Its founders were five families united by a shared commitment to Christian missionary work and a desire to spread the Gospel. These families sold their possessions and combined their resources to support the formation of a missions-focused organization. Their first headquarters, "Bethany House," was located in a 30-room home in Minneapolis.[4] The name "Bethany" was inspired by the biblical village where Jesus often retreated to pray.

Academics

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The institution offers educational programs with a focus on theology, ministry, and Biblical outreach. Programs include certificates, Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, and master's programs. All of the university's degree programs are provided entirely online.

References

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  1. ^ "Bethany College of Missions Changes Name to Reflect Expanded Global Reach". Retrieved 2 February 2015.
  2. ^ "Bethany Global University | Work Colleges".
  3. ^ Bethany Global University (2024-09-09). Bethany Campus Sale Update. Retrieved 2024-12-09 – via YouTube.
  4. ^ a b "History". Bethany international. Retrieved 2024-12-09.
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