William G. Tanner


William G. Tanner was a Southern Baptist pastor, educator, administrator, and denominational leader.
He was married to Ellen Yates Tanner. They had four children: William Tanner, Jr., Keith Tanner, Mark Kyle Tanner, and Kimberly Salter.

Education

During Tanner's presidency, Oklahoma Baptist University's enrollment grew from less than 1,600 to a university record of 1,818 in 1975. The University's budget grew from $3.6 million to $5.2 million. He also oversaw the Mabee Learning Center capital project garner $1.8 million in gifts and contributions. He resigned as president of OBU to become president of the Home Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention.