“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.â€
2 Timothy 1:7
Spiritual Emphasis Week
Today through Wednesday, Dave Bever is speaker for Spiritual Emphasis Week on SWU’s Central campus. Bever is a passionate speaker whose high energy and leadership are contagious. He currently serves as the director of leadership development and strategic planning for the Greater Ohio District of The Wesleyan Church.
He is also a regional and national catalyst for the Wesleyan World Headquarters and is the founder and president of LeadStrong, a nonprofit organization focused on coaching, consulting and itinerate speaking designed to inspire ministry, businesses and other nonprofits to systematically, prayerfully and passionately lead stronger for the greater good of holistically helping people. Bever currently resides in Columbus, Ohio, with his wife Jamie and their three amazing children: Josiah, Madison and Urijah.
Spiritual Emphasis Schedule
Sept. 9 - 10 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 10 - 10:50 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 11 - 10 a.m.
Spiritual Emphasis services and all chapels can be viewed online here.
Extended Thanksgiving and Christmas Break
The university’s administration has approved the Staff Council’s request for all employees to have an additional day off during the Thanksgiving holiday. All employees may start their Thanksgiving holiday off a day early. University offices with be closed Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Friday, November 29. Offices will reopen Monday, Dec. 2.
There is even more good news! Staff Council’s request to have an additional day off for Christmas has been approved by the university’s administration, too. All employees may start their Christmas holiday off a day early. University offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 23 through Wednesday, Jan. 1. They will reopen Thursday, Jan. 2. Please remember the extra two days only apply for this year only. Any leave taken in conjunction with these extended breaks must be approved by your supervisor on a case-by-case basis.
“To view the complete list of SWU holidays, a link has been created on mySWU on the Staff homepage under Quick Links.â€
Personnel News
We have had a few new employees join our university community this month:
Joshua Mayfield began employment on Sept. 1 as graphic designer and coordinator. Mayfield received his BFA in graphic design from Bob Jones University. He has gained practical work experience in the field as an intern while at BJU, as a freelancer and in web design for his home church in New York state.
Hannah Budd has been appointed as residence director of Eagles Rest Bed and Breakfast, effective Sept. 1. Hannah recently relocated to the community when TJ accepted a position as SWU’s sports information director. She is a graduate of Asbury University (BA in history) and has coached high school-level volleyball while in Kentucky. Hannah also has a combination of experience and a great desire to care for people through her work as coach and nanny, as well as in the hospitality, retail and restaurant industries.
James Ross has been hired as HVAC technician, beginning Sept. 9. Ross comes to us with his associate degree in HVAC from Piedmont Tech and the needed certifications for commercial and residential HVAC work. He has been self-employed for many years and we are glad to have him join our physical plant team.
Please join us in congratulating Krista (Coots) Garren on her marriage to Scotty on Aug. 10. She works as secretary for faculty services and as site assistant for our AGS program here at the main campus. Congratulations and blessings on your marriage!
Cosandar Griffin, a 1992 SWU graduate, was named the South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association Girls State Track Coach of the Year after coaching Daniel to the Class AAA state title. She was honored July 27 at TD Convention Center in Greenville. Read more>>
Thank you!
SWU graduate Kyle Keasler thanks all of the SWU faculty and staff members who responded to his call for financial assistance with a student’s hearing aids. Keasler works with hearing-impaired students in the Oconee County School District. “He is wearing the hearing aids at all times and is excited about the new sounds he is discovering on a daily basis,†Keasler said. “I owe much to SWU. Thank you.â€
From the Health Center
Dr. Beacham will be in the Health Center Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 5:30 p.m. If you need to see the physician please contact Nurse Herron at ext. 5134 or Debbie Eller at x 5131. The e-mail address is lherron@swu.edu. Flu shots will be available through the Health Center for $20. To reserve your vaccine, contact Nurse Herron.
Community Regatta
The 2013 Team up for ClemsonCommunity Regatta takes place Saturday, Sept. 21 (Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 22). The 2013 SWU Crew Team is Cami Miller, Kim Cotton, Jennifer Potts, Debra Nodine, Casey Gadsby and Brittany Mann. Participating on the Clemson Area Chamber team will be Dr. Lisa McWherter, SWU’s vice president for development. The event is a fundraiser for six great nonprofit organizations in this area. Team Up for Clemson is sponsored by the Joint City-University Advisory Board. For details, download this flyer. Click here for a team entry form.
SWU continues United Way participation
Last year, SWU had its best year ever with 34 participants raising $3,854 for the United Way. We partner primarily with the United Way of Pickens County, but our employees also give to their local campaigns throughout the state.
The goal of SWU’s 2013-2014 United Way campaign is to increase the number of participants by 10 percent and increase our giving level by at least that much. You can help achieve these goals in one of two ways:
1. If you gave last year, please consider increasing your gift by 10 percent over last year. So, if you gave $5 per month last year, consider increasing that to $5.50 per month. If you gave $10 per month, consider increasing that to $11 per month. Those increases will significantly help us move towards our goal of $385 more dollars in 2013-2014. If you are not able to increase your level of giving, participating at your current level is still appreciated.
2. If you’ve never given, consider a monthly donation of less than the cost of a fast-food lunch - $5 (just $60 a year).
Check out the programs and services that United Way of Pickens County supports. Your generosity helps address a wide variety of causes in Pickens County. One of UWPC’s primary initiatives this year is funding for Family Promise, which partners with churches to provide temporary housing solutions for homeless families in Pickens County. To participate in the 2013-2014 campaign, use the United Way Pledge form, or to designate a specific agency or give to your local United Way, use the Individual Donor Choice form. Turn in completed forms to Daryl Couch (dcouch@swu.edu) or Dana Frost (dfrost@swu.edu). Thanks in advance for helping us reach our goals for 2013-2014.
Daniel High School AFJROTC sponsoring Terry Fox Run
The Terry Fox Run, hosted by the SC-941st “Flying Lion†Cadet Corps, will take place Saturday, Sept. 14, rain or shine. Registration is from 8 – 9 a.m. and the 10k run begins at 9 a.m. in front of the Nicholson-Mitchell Christian Ministry Center at Wesleyan Drive on the SWU campus. All proceeds go to the Terry Fox Foundation to fight cancer. For details, talk to a DHS cadet, or contact Maj. Tom Childress at robertchildress@pickens.k12.sc.us to obtain pledge sheets.
