David L. Eubanks

David Lawson Eubanks
Dr. David L. Eubanks, 5th President of Johnson Bible College, in his trademark hat.
5th President of Johnson Bible College
Term	1969 – 2007
Predecessor	Robert M. Bell
Successor	Gary E. Weedman
Born	November 18, 1935 (1935-11-18) (age 76)

David L. Eubanks (born November 18, 1935) is an American preacher associated with the Restoration Movement of Christianity. Eubanks was the fifth President of Johnson Bible College, serving from 1969 to 2007.^[1]

Early life and education

Eubanks grew up in Maryville, Tennessee. He graduated from Johnson Bible College in 1957 and later earned a Ph.D. in History from the University of Tennessee.^[2]

Johnson Bible College

Eubanks became the President of Johnson Bible College in 1969. He held the office until resigning in 2007, but remained with the college as an advisor. His term was marked by unprecedented admissions and campus growth.^[3] Nine buildings were constructed and between 1997 to 2007 admissions nearly doubled.^[4] Under Eubanks's leadership, the college received its first regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in 1979.^[5] Graduate programs were also added during his tenure.^[6]

Other activities

David Eubanks served as the President of the 1984 North American Christian Convention in Atlanta, Georgia.^[7]

References

1. ^ http://www.jbc.edu/college/geninfo_heritage.php
2. ^ http://www.christianstandard.com/interview.asp?id=204
3. ^ http://www.jbc.edu/college/geninfo_heritage.php
4. ^ http://www.jbc.edu/college/geninfo.php
5. ^ http://www.sacscoc.org/dtails.asp?instid=39840
6. ^ http://www.jbc.edu/college/geninfo_heritage.php
7. ^ http://www.gotonacc.org/events/past-future/

Preceded by Robert M. Bell

President of Johnson Bible College 1969—2007

Succeeded by Gary E. Weedman

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Name	Eubanks, David L.
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Date of birth	November 18, 1935
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