2016-'17 Verse of the Year
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!
— 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV)

Students and alumni have a fantastic opportunity to meet with some of the area’s top employers for Career Services’ First Annual Career Networking Event, Feb. 9 at the University Dining Commons on the Central campus. This event starts with a Career Fair from 10 a.m. until Noon, then a Networking Lunch (preregistration required), where employers will meet with top-tier students who complete a professional workshop series.

For details and to register, go to swu.edu/careerservices. You can also download a flyer, details about career opportunities and this helpful resource on professional attire.

Congratulations!

Sentao “Charlie” Zhou (’16) is working on a key project for his company, the U.S. office of TyreCheck, located in Greenville, being done for Michelin China. This will involve travel to Shanghai, Beijing and Tianjin for technical support and business relationships. “It has always been one of my dreams to return to my motherland as a working man and make my family proud,” Zhou commented..

Fine Arts Series

SWU's Fine Arts Division is offering a series of events this spring ranging from jazz to opera, and everything in between. Most events are free, open to the public, and will take place at Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center on the university’s campus in Central. For a complete list of events, view the schedule here.

Next Event: Wind Ensemble Pops Concert - Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m.
Broadway show tunes, movie themes, novelty numbers, and instrumental solos will all be performed in this wonderfully entertaining mid-winter program. This concert is becoming a great audience draw and there will be something for everyone, so come ready to relax and enjoy!

This week in chapel: Spiritual Emphasis!

Spiritual Emphasis speaker Derik Idol has served in full time ministry for the last 17 years, with the last 15 years in the local church. He is currently serving as the Student Ministries Pastor at 12Stone Church in Georgia. Derik shares his heart for Jesus and passion for the next generation with his beautiful wife Meagan. Derik and Meagan have been married for seven years, have a 3-year-old daughter, and a little boy due in February. Details>>

Spiritual Emphasis chapels:

Monday – 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday – 10:50 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday – 10 a.m.

Chapel Checkers are needed!

Volunteers are needed as chapel checkers for all Spiritual Emphasis services. If you can help, please download this form and email it to Fran Finch in the Spiritual Life office at ffinch@swu.edu.

Download a complete chapel schedule

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Save the Date!

Homecoming 2017: October 20 & 21

Details are coming!

Childs Hall, an integral part of 70 years out of SWU's 110 year history, has been home to many students across the years with a multitude of memories housed within its walls. A micro campaign is under way to ensure Childs houses memories for future generations. Click here for details and a video>>

Intramural Activities currently has signups open for Intramural Basketball and Intramural Ping Pong Singles.

Details and registration can be found at IMLeagues.com/swu. All Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to participate. Email Matt Thorpe at mthorpe@swu.edu for details.

United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free income tax assistance to individuals and families with a household income of less than $60,000 a year.

To schedule an appointment dial 2-1-1 or toll free 866-892-9211. Details are in this flyer>>

Athletics

Darius Sharpe of the Men's Basketball Team was recognized as McAlister's Student-Athlete of the Week this past week for high scoring and a clutch shot that earned the Warriors a victory over NGU. Read more>>

Jan. 28-
Women's Track & Field: Warriors do well at GVSU meet
Men's Basketball: SWU falls to Barton
Women's Basketball: Early lead not enough for Warrior victory
Jan. 27-
Men's Basketball: Warriors fall to Trojans
Women's Basketball: Warriors fight hard but cannot pull ahead of Trojans
Jan. 24-
Men's Basketball: Late surge not enough for Warrior victory
Women's Basketball: Despite early lead, Warriors fall to Falcons

Upcoming competition

Feb. 1-
Softball vs. Anderson (S.C.), 4 & 6 p.m.
Women's Basketball @ North Greenville, 5:30 p.m.
Men's Basketball @ North Greenville, 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 3-
Men's and Women's Tennis @ Benedict, 2 p.m.
Baseball vs. Montreat, 4 p.m.
Feb. 4-
Baseball vs. Montreat, 12 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Men's and Women's Tennis vs. Brevard, 1 p.m.
Women's Basketball @ Lees-McRae, 2 p.m.
Men's Basketball @ Lees-McRae, 4 p.m.
Softball vs. Coker, 2 & 4 p.m.
Feb. 3, 4-
Men's and Women's Track & Field at East Tennessee State Invite

Be sure to follow the Warriors on social media!

Go to swuathletics.com for more about the Warriors!

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