Since 1971, the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions has been training faithful men to go into the world and preach the gospel. Although our name has changed, the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies (SEIBS) continues that commitment based on the vision of the Karns elders over forty years ago.

Southeast is privileged to be able to offer our own housing options to students. The Hillbrook Student Housing complex has efficiency apartments for married students and a suite-styled dorm for single students. Occupancy is limited, and units are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The Karns community is located only minutes away from the center of Knoxville, TN. Its unique location and character give it a small-town feel while also giving residents the convenience of living in a relatively large city. There are hundreds of restaurants, retail stores, and family-friendly attractions within a short drive of Southeast.

Karns offers excellent education options. Whether you choose public, private, or homeschooling, there are great resources available.

Any mature Christian adult of good character may apply for admission. In the case of someone who is a new Christian, one who has been restored, admission will not be considered until the individual has demonstrated spiritual, social, and financial responsibility for a period of at least one year.

To learn more about the classes and schedule click on the link below for a look at the lasted version. Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies, where preachers are made.

DEAN OF STUDENTS

Mike Green has earned the following degrees: B.A. (Biblical Studies), Bear Valley Bible Institute of Denver; M.A. (New Testament), Amridge University. He is currently enrolled in the M.Div. program at Freed-Hardeman University. He has preached since 2004 for churches in Florida, Washington, Kentucky, and Virginia. Prior to coming to Southeast, Mike was the pulpit minister for the Cawson Street Church in Hopewell, VA.

ACADEMIC DEAN

Mark Hanstein has earned the following degrees: B.A. (Bible), Oklahoma Christian University; M.A. (Theological Studies), Austin Graduate School of Theology. He has preached full-time since 1975 for churches in California, Colorado, and Texas. Before coming to Southeast, he served as Academic Dean and instructor with the Bear Valley Bible Institute at Denver, CO. Mark also served as an elder for the Bear Valley congregation from 2006-2016.

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Rick Harrison has earned the following degrees: B.A. (Bible), Freed-Hardeman University. He is currently enrolled in the M.Div. program at Heritage Christian University. He has preached since 1995 for churches in Tennessee, Georgia, and California. Before coming to Southeast, Rick was the pulpit minister for the Pleasant Hill church of Christ in Pleasant Hill, CA.