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2015-2016 theme verse:

See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.  -  Isaiah 43:19 (NIV)

Celebrating December Graduates
SWU's Alumni Association held receptions in Central (left) and Columbia (right) honoring December graduates this past week. The Alumni Association is planning a reception in Charleston Nov. 30, N. Augusta Dec. 1 and Greenville Dec. 3.

Personnel Announcements

Effective Nov. 1, Thomas Parham was promoted to systems analyst within the IT department. Prior to this appointment, Parham has been employed at SWU as Computer Support Specialist since 2012 and, before that, at the City of Clemson for six years. He completed his BSBA through SWU’s AGS program in 2013. Please join us in congratulating him on this promotion.
 
Bradley Bowen begins Nov. 16 as a part-time security officer (weekend evenings). Bradley is also employed as a criminal justice instructor at Tri-County Tech while pursuing his Ed.D. at Liberty University where he holds an MA in public policy. He also received an MS in criminal justice from the University of Cincinnati. Bradley has also served in law enforcement with the sheriff’s offices at Pickens and Anderson counties as well as six years in the South Carolina National Guard.

Veterans Day at SWU

Marine Cpl. Chris Peck leads the Pledge of Allegiance during Veterans Day Chapel. Pictured at left are the University Singers, who performed patriotic and inspirational songs during the chapel service. View more Veterans Day photos on Facebook.

Congratulations!

NA student honored for service, sacrifice

U.S. Army Sgt. Nathan D. Young breaks ground on a new home with his daugher, Emme (left) and wife Tabitha (middle). Young, a North Augusta student, has earned several awards and honors for his heroism and service. Read more>> 
The American College Personnel Association (ACPA) Commission for Admissions, Orientation, and First Year Experience selected Dr. Justin Carter, associate vice president for student life, to their directorate board. Carter has 14 years of experience working in student affairs, including several years in a first year experience housing program. According to Carter, “As part of the directorate board, I have the opportunity to influence the scope and direction of programming in this area. It will be beneficial for me to network and learn about growing trends in orientation.” ACPA includes 7500 members representing 1,200 private and public institutions around the world. 

United Way helps its local communities with free tax preparation

Through United Way and VITA, if your household income is $50,000 or less, you may be eligible for FREE income tax preparation assistance. To find out more, simply call 2-1-1 for an appointment.
 
You can HELP by volunteering with VITA as an income tax preparer or site coordinator for the upcoming tax season. Tax preparers typically prepare simple 1040 or 1040-Z tax returns and answer taxpayers’ questions. Site coordinators manage all aspects of the site operations, including tax preparation, ensuring high quality customer service for clients. For either volunteer position, training is provided. This is a great volunteer opportunity for college students, current employees, and retirees. For more information, you may contact Jeremy Price at the United Way of Pickens County, jprice@uwpickens.org or 864-850-7094, ext. 133, or Craig Shoemaker of United Way of Greenville, cshoemaker@unitedwaygc.org or 864-382-3325.

Fine Arts this week
Autumn Echoes – Thursday, Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m.
The Concert Choir, SWU’s largest in the history of the school, will present a widely varied program of music from many styles. Conducted by Dr. Don R. Campbell, the choir sings with power and excitement. There is nothing like the sound of beautiful choral music.

Music Majors Formal Recital – Friday, Nov. 20, 4:30 p.m.
SWU music majors are featured in the Music Majors Formal Recital on Friday.

These events are part of SWU’s annual Fine Arts Series at Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center on the Central Campus. Admission is free. For details, call ext. 5408.
Click here for more fine arts events!

Loss of alumnus' wife deeply felt by SWU community

SWU is mourning the loss of 2008 alumnus Davey Blackburn’s wife following a violent home invasion at their Indianapolis home. Amanda Grace Blackburn was shot during a home invasion Nov. 10. 
She was taken to the hospital, where she died the following morning. Funeral services took place yesterday with several SWU representatives present. Read more>>

Holiday Schedule

The holiday schedule for the remainder of 2015-2016 is as follows:
  • Thanksgiving Break â€“ Wednesday-Friday, Nov. 25-27, 2015 (university offices reopen/classes resume on Monday, Nov. 30)
  • Christmas/New Year’s Break â€“ Begins Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2015 through Friday, Jan. 1, 2016 (university offices reopen on Monday, Jan. 4)
  • Martin Luther King Day â€“ Monday, Jan. 18
  • Good Friday â€“ March 25
  • Memorial Day â€“ Monday, May 30

Graduation Receptions

Southern Wesleyan University's 2015 graduates and guests are invited to a Graduation Reception, hosted by the SWU Alumni Association, 6 p.m. at the Central campus and at each learning center:
  • Nov. 30 - Charleston - Third Floor, Room 8
  • Dec. 1 - North Augusta - Room 1
  • Dec. 3 - Greenville - Park East Office Park, 150 Executive Center Drive, Greenville, SC
Please RSVP at least five days before your event at (864) 644-5385 or 1-800-282-8798, ext. 5385.

This week in Chapel
Rev. Matt LeRoy is the guest speaker for the B.H. and Dorothy Phaup Holiness Emphasis series Nov. 16-18, 2015 at SWU’s Central campus. Matt is co-pastor of Love Chapel Hill, an eclectic church plant in downtown Chapel Hill, N.C. Matt and Sarah have twin sons, Luke and Sam. He is the co-author of two books, “The Way Forward” and “Awakening Grace.”
  • Nov. 16 - 10 a.m. - Holiness Emphasis - Rev. Matt LeRoy
    7:30 p.m. -     Holiness Emphasis - Rev. Matt LeRoy, Ellenburg Lecture Hall
  • Nov. 17 - Holiness Emphasis - Rev. Matt LeRoy, Ellenburg Lecture Hall
  • Nov. 18 - 10 a.m. - Holiness Emphasis - Rev. Matt LeRoy
  • Nov. 20- 12:15 p.m. - Word and Table - Freedom's Hill Church
View the complete chapel schedule for fall here.
Go to SWU Chapel YouTube page.

The Holiday season is starting at Blue Hill Coffee and Tea! Stop by and enjoy a warm apple cider, pumpkin latte or muffin, creamy spiced Chai, a refreshing peppermint drink, or a Egg Nog latte. See these drinks and more on our Winter Menu!

Greece trip

Dr. Ken Myers is planning to lead a study abroad trip to Greece in the spring. This is a fantastic opportunity to visit an exciting place full of history, culture and adventure. The Greek people are very friendly and most speak English as a second language. For details, contact Myers at ext. 5215 or by emailing kmyers@swu.edu. 

Athletics News
Men's Basketball team visits 'Mother Emanuel'
When the SWU Men's Basketball Team traveled to Charleston to face off with the College of Charleston, Coach Charles Wimphrie felt led to visit Emanuel AME Church, the site of horrific shootings June 17. Read more>>
Warrior Athletics this week
  • Nov. 18 –
    Men’s Basketball vs. Francis Marion, Tysinger Gymnasium, 7 p.m.
  • Nov. 19 –
    Women’s Basketball @S.C. State, 5 p.m.
  • Nov. 20 –
    Men’s Basketball vs. North Georgia, Tysinger Gymnasium, 7 p.m.
    Women’s Basketball @Bob Jones, 7 p.m.
Go to swuathletics.com for more about the Warriors!

From the Health Center
Flu shots are available by appointment through the Health Center. The cost is $25. We will be able to file on your insurance this year through Baptist Easley or you can pay with cash or check. If you are interested, please contact Nurse Herron at ext. 5134 or Debbie Eller deller@swu.edu or ext. 5131 for an appointment. 
Nurse Practitioner Jessica Rivera is in the Health Center on Monday and Thursday mornings. She will see patients by appointment 8:15 – 11:30 a.m. Appointments can be scheduled by contacting Debbie Eller at ext. 5131 or Nurse Lori Herron at extension 5134. Services are for both minor urgent care issues and preventative/primary care including physicals and management of chronic medical issues. 

Rivera is also available to do sports physicals for employee’s children. Just call for an appointment.

The services provided by the Nurse Practitioner from Baptist Easley will be billed to insurance. All billing will be handled by Baptist Easley Hospital. 

Dr. Beacham will continue to be on campus but his services will only be for students. If you have additional questions please direct those to Nurse Herron. 

From the Wellness Program
SWU is 'keeping in step'
SWU's Wellness Program has organized a walking group that meets daily at Noon at the Joe R. Gilbert Track and Field complex. For details, contact Beverley Abranches, exercise specialist, at ext. 5139 or email babranches@swu.edu.
Recent research shows that horseradish protects against Listeria, E. Coli, Staphylococcus aureus and other food pathogens. The next time someone passes around the horseradish sauce with the roast meat, don’t pass it on without helping yourself!
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