Milestone Gift Given to Crown College
A gracious and generous couple has gifted Crown College with $1 million which will enable the school to do a major interior and exterior renovation of the entrance to its athletic center. Dale and Susan Teal have been friends of the college for more than 40 years. They both attended the school under its […]
Committed to Christ: Dr. Marilyn Weldin’s Legacy
by Jadyn Aldrich Class of 2025 While many in higher education are committed to academic excellence, there are perhaps few who live up to the legacy of Crown Alumna and Faculty Emerita Dr. Marilyn Weldin. At 91 years old, Dr. Weldin possesses an extensive record of achievement. Her program initiations and book publications have made […]
The Miracle Campus
by Jadyn Aldrich Class of 2025 Those familiar with Crown College’s campus in St. Bonifacius can attest to its exceptionally beautiful landscape. The campus borders Lake Parley and is surrounded by acres of woods that practically glow with color every fall. The school’s location outside of the greater Twin Cities area not only makes this […]
Coffee Shop Alumni: “Serving Joy”
by Jadyn Aldrich Class of 2025 The Sherburne Ave. Coffee Shop at Crown College is perhaps the favorite spot on campus for students, staff, and faculty alike. Those who frequent enough, whether to study or feed caffeine addictions, have likely noticed two new faces behind the counter: the iconic mother and daughter-duo, Candace “Candy” (Schmidt) […]
Eric Marx: Beautiful Pictures
by Jadyn Aldrich Class of 2025 A person’s college years can be pivotal, but for Rev. Eric Marx, they were life changing. Marx is a notable Crown College Alumni from the Class of 1983 who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Bible and Theology. Recently retired, Eric shared that he has spent about 25, faithful […]
The Dawsons: Faith’s Forte in Their Lives
by Jadyn Aldrich Class of 2025 Not everybody stops to appreciate the music. This is why those who do stand out with a certain brightness, which is certainly the case for Crown College Alumni Jared and Shanna Dawson, who have an appreciation of both the literal and metaphorical music in their lives. Christians can be […]
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Ryan Heinsch
by Sarah Trask Class of 2025 Background Professor Ryan Heinsch grew up in a ministry family. His father was a pastor in a Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA) church. While growing up, he said he felt that some sort of pastoral or urban ministry was in his future. He earned a bachelor’s degree in urban […]
Faculty Spotlight: Professor Franz
by Sarah Trask Class of 2025 Background As the faculty in residence for worship ministry, Professor Kalli Franz works with mentors, and coaches Crown College worship ministry students. She started working in worship ministry at Westwood Community Church in Chanhassen. There she held a variety of positions engaging with students, leading worship, and overseeing the […]
Faculty Spotlight: Professor Greg Loomis
by Sarah Trask Class of 2025 Background For most of his career, Professor Greg Loomis was a local church pastor in the Twin Cities metro area. Over the years he has taught a plethora of classes in Christian ministry and leadership online. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration management at Pennsylvania’s PennWest Clarion. […]
Three Generations of Crown College: The Morin Family
by Joel Willsey Class of 2024 Three Generations of Crown College Crown College has a distinct history of legacy families, which are families with multiple generations who have attended the institution. We had the opportunity to sit down with St. Paul Bible College Alumnus and former Crown College Board of Trustee member Rev. Dean Morin […]
