Manchester University is a private liberal arts university with a main campus in North Manchester,…read moreIndiana and a smaller location in Fort Wayne. The university is considered a Church of the Brethren university. Church of the Brethren is a historic peace church of the Anabaptist tradition (often mentioned alongside Friends (Quakers) and Mennonites). As a licensed Church of the Brethren minister for several years, I've had multiple opportunities to visit Manchester and to speak at a nearby Church of the Brethren retirement community. While a relatively small denomination, Church of the Brethren has a decent sized following in this part of the state and has a district office in this area. Manchester University traces its roots back to 1860 as the Roanoke Classical Seminary founded by the United Brethren Church. It became North Manchester College in 1889 when it moved to the area and in 1895 the campus was purchased by Church of the Brethren. In 1923, it began its transition toward being a liberal arts college. Church of the Brethren had also purchased Mount Morris College in Illinois - in 1932, the two colleges merged. In 1948, Manchester started the first undergraduate Peace Studies program in the world. In 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke at the school. In July 2012, Manchester College became Manchester University, and in August 2012, enrolled its first doctoral class in pharmacy at a second campus in Fort Wayne, Ind. In May 2016, Manchester University launched the nation's first dedicated master's degree in pharmacogenomics. The school continues to be associated with Church of the Brethren. This area of the state is quite beautiful and this campus is quite lovely. Manchester has about 1,300 students and about 72% live on campus. Students come from 21 states and 9 countries - Church of the Brethren has other colleges, though Manchester is probably the best known outside of the denomination. They offer 70 areas of undergrad, grad, and professional studies and are an NCAA Division III school. The school is often considered one of the best private liberal arts colleges in Indiana and beyond. 100% of incoming students get financial aid. The campus itself is relatively small but has the usual variety of dining options, intriguing art work, an incredible peace garden and more. While the school is very open and committed to ADA, there are accessibility issues around campus given the obvious age of parts of the campus. I often do a little research before writing a review and couldn't find a single mention of a disability office or how to request accommodation. When I've been on campus, I've felt very welcome - but, I haven't been on campus as a disabled student. Even when I look at student organizations, I see groups for Asian Awareness, African, Black Student Union, Hispanic students, international students, and LGBTQIA, but nothing for disabled students. Thus, as much as I love Manchester University I can't quite go a 5-star (this was a common issue for me during my time with Church of the Brethren - there was often a feeling of being more accessible than they really were, though certainly hospitality is very important within the denomination). However, if you're in this part of the state I definitely recommend checking it out. If you're looking for a small academic setting with a great record in terms of sports, academics, and the arts, Manchester has a lot to offer. While only 6% of students are Church of the Brethren, CoB remains very loyal to the school and there's a strong familial tradition with the school.

A charming and beautiful campus…read more Attended the 2016 Class Commencement. The school and their team were very organized. Thanks for providing my brother an excellent education.

Denomination is Church of the Brethren…read more Worship 9:30 Christian education 10:45 Kurt Borgmann is the pastor and does a great job. His style is non-threatening, non-lecturing, but thought provoking. The congregation is filled with community members, the retired community has a large presence due to the Church of the Brethren retirement home. The youth group typically runs from 10-20 depending on the activities. Attendance runs around 200ish.

My grandchildren go to this school, they really love it, they are very open to family and share…read moreinformation all the time, my grandchildren are very sports active and they offer sports for all grades, now I would have given this school 5 stars but when a 1st grader sends home a paper about not being a tattle teller when they tell we are wanting them to not be afraid to tell on bullies, if someone touches them ect but then tell them they will get spots on their tongues if they tattle this is giving them mixed signals, they are 5 and 6 years old they do not separate them difference. I also do not think a teacher has the right to be over an hour late for parent teacher meetings when she is online selling her diet product when she is to be teaching. Other than these two things out of all the schools in the county this is the best by far.

Listening to the children during the question and answer portion of the Mass, you have to marvel at…read morehow much these children are learning! Attentive and well-behaved youngsters who are very involved in the entire Mass process. Very impressed with how neat and clean the children are. Courtesy to each other and adults seems to become second nature to them. Principal is very active with the children and you can see how much the teachers care for their students and visa versa.

This is the place to worship God! This is the place that is…read moretrue to the scriptures! This is the place that will make you feel welcome and include you in the community of believers! This is the place that will teach your kids the story of Jesus and give them strong biblical principles! This is the place that has a strong, exciting program for women, youth and seniors! This is the place that has something for everyone! Listen to the sermons of minister, Solomon David, at www.bachelorcreek.com and you will want to hear more. Come and grow with us.