Freedom’s Hill Church, the oldest Wesleyan church in the South and an active center for the Underground Railroad, was moved in 2000 to Southern Wesleyan University’s campus in Central. It was originally built in the Snow Camp community of what is now Alamance County, N.C. and dedicated in March 1848.
Driving Range Coming to SWU
Dr. Todd Voss, foreground, shares with members of Southern Wesleyan University’s board of visitors plans for the university’s new golf driving and practice range while pointing out features on the facility’s site. The addition of the new facility is seen as a "hole-in-one" that will benefit the university's athletic program and attract visitors to Central. Central's city council approved $20,000 from the Hospitality Fund as part of a partnership with the university. Chris Williams, Southern Wesleyan’s athletic director, estimates the facility will cost approximately $65,000 – partly funded through partnerships with local businesses as well as Southern Wesleyan alumni. Read More >> Southern Wesleyan names Peters new VP for Enrollment Management
Southern Wesleyan University named Chad Peters the new vice president for enrollment management. Peters is currently the associate vice president for enrollment management at Indiana Wesleyan University, where he has led efforts to increase enrollment in various degree programs and streamlined communications efforts with prospective students with enhancements that included the establishment of an internal call center.
Peters also served as director of admissions at Southern Wesleyan University from 2003-2008. Before that, he was assistant director of admissions and also an admissions counselor at Southern Wesleyan. Prior to that, he served as an assistant to the vice president for enrollment management and coach of the Warriors men’s and women’s cross country teams.
Dr. Todd Voss, Southern Wesleyan University president, is enthusiastic about Peters’ return to Southern Wesleyan.
“Chad’s love of SWU, and his understanding of this campus, will allow him to step into leadership quickly and provide incredible support and clarification. He is a person of utmost integrity, quiet strength, amazing drive and deep conviction,” Voss said.
Peters received a bachelor of science in business administration and economics from Indiana Wesleyan University and a master of science in management from Southern Wesleyan. From Health Services Dr. Beacham will be in the Health Center Wednesday, March 28 at 6 p.m.
This is Wellness Week
Monday, March 26th
Health Fair - 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. - Dining Commons – all Faculty and Staff are invited to participate.
Vendors participating include:
Arbonne, Baptist Easley, Birthright of Clemson, Blood Connection, Cannon Memorial Hospital, Central Clemson Recreation, Chiropractic Family Physicians, Clemson Community Care, Curves, Foothills Pregnancy Care Center, Fort Hill Family Dentistry, Mary Kay Cosmetics and Pickens County Rape Crisis.
Thursday, March 29th
Blood Mobile – outside Folger – sign up now for your appointment to donate blood.
If you have questions regarding which test you should participate in and to schedule an appointment please contact Nurse Herron at lherron@swu.eduor ext. 5139. Like to walk? Like to run? Like to walk your dog?
Participate in the SWU 5K Fun Run Saturday, April 21. There will be courses for kids, dogs, walkers and runners!
Proceeds of the race will go to the Staff Council of SWU to assist in community service for and with our students. Click here for details and to register. Designer/Songwriter As a graphic designer, Ryan Nichols’ work is typically seen rather than heard, but a Christian song he recently published reveals his musical side. His composition, titled “Your Grace,” was recently published by the Wilds Christian Association, Inc. Nichols was a counselor at the Wilds camp when he approached Mac Lynch, a friend who is the music director, asking him if he could use the song. Lynch wrote lyrics for the song. According to Nichols, the song is reflective and has a traditional flavor.
“God did all the work. Hopefully I will continue to write songs,” Nichols said. “Your Grace” will appear in a songbook published by the Wilds, which will be made available to churches and schools. For details about the Wilds, go to www.wilds.org. Student accepted into nursing program
Congratulations to Brooke Davis, who has been accepted into the accelerated nursing program at Clemson University. Davis is a biology major from Dayton, Ohio. Bryant speaks at revival Joy Bryant, director of alumni and community relations, was the speaker this past week for five services at Remlik Wesleyan Church in Urbanna, Va. She spoke on the Topic “Christian Living: Body, Mind, and Spirit” during revival at the church March 18-21. The pastor is William D. Smith. Staff Council
The next Staff Council Meeting will be on Friday, March 30 at 2 p.m. in the Ringsdorf Room. Employees below director level are allowed to attend and regional sites will be able to remote in and participate as well. Employees are encouraged to notify their Staff Representative that they plan to attend, so we make sure we have enough chairs for everyone. For details, contact Brittany Mann by email or at ext. 5525. "New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music" is currently on display in Founders' Hall on Southern Wesleyan's campus in Central Mondays through Saturdays until April 21 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The exhibit is closed on Sundays and Easter Weekend. In conjunction with the showing, the next event at SWU will be South Carolina Upcountry Music History Lecture and Demonstration, presented by Dean Watson and Bob Buckingham this Thursday, March 29 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Founders' Hall in the University Dining Commons Building. Kid's Celebration of Old Time Music Traditions takes place this Saturday, March 31, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Folger Fine Arts Auditorium. The Pickens County Museum, Birchwood Center and Humanities Council SC collaborated with Southern Wesleyan to bring the exhibit to the university’s campus. All events are free.Read more>> Congratulations!
We send our congratulations to Dr. Paul Schleifer, professor of English, on the birth of his grandson. Logan Barrett Pelfrey, the son of Katherine (Schleifer) and Justin Pelfrey, was born March 19 around 11 p.m. Please keep this new family in your prayers.
This week in chapel
Tuesday, March 27 - Division Chapels
Thursday, March 29 - Wellness Chapel
Student Activities
Monday, April 16, 8 p.m. - Coffee House - Java City
"Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in obedience to him.
You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours.”
– Psalm 128:1-2
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As a graphic designer, Ryan Nichols’ work is typically seen rather than heard, but a Christian song he recently published reveals his musical side. His composition, titled “Your Grace,” was recently published by the Wilds Christian Association, Inc. Nichols was a counselor at the Wilds camp when he approached Mac Lynch, a friend who is the music director, asking him if he could use the song. Lynch wrote lyrics for the song. According to Nichols, the song is reflective and has a traditional flavor.
"New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music" is currently on display in Founders' Hall on Southern Wesleyan's campus in Central Mondays through Saturdays until April 21 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The exhibit is closed on Sundays and Easter Weekend. In conjunction with the showing, the next event at SWU will be South Carolina Upcountry Music History Lecture and Demonstration, presented by Dean Watson and Bob Buckingham this Thursday, March 29 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Founders' Hall in the University Dining Commons Building. Kid's Celebration of Old Time Music Traditions takes place this Saturday, March 31, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Folger Fine Arts Auditorium. The Pickens County Museum, Birchwood Center and Humanities Council SC collaborated with Southern Wesleyan to bring the exhibit to the university’s campus. All events are free. Read more>>
