Preparing to serve
The Southern Wesleyan University Division of Religion held a commissioning service April 26 at historic Freedom’s Hill Church on the campus in Central for graduating religion students. Participating in the service are, from left, Kaitlin Sexton, Davie, Fla.; Luke Sawyer, Central; Lauren Daffron, Farmersburg, Ind.; David Nonnenmacher, Maiden, N.C.; Tara Parrish, Asheboro, N.C.; George Clackum, Oxford, Ga.; Laurin McDowell, Thomasville, N.C.; Stephen Morrill, Piedmont; Logan Patriquin, Vinton, Va.; and Martha Rampey of Greenville. Retirement Receognition
Southern Wesleyan University faculty and staff came together May 8 for a retirement reception honoring, from left, Sally Wood (32 years), assistant professor of English; Frankie Morgan (12 years), assistant director of faculty services; Dr. Sharon Feaster-Lewis (6 years), associate professor of education; and Rev. Jim Wiggins (5 years), vice president of development. (not pictured).
Reininga Named head volleyball coach
Southern Wesleyan University Director of Athletics Chris Williams announced the hiring of Julia Reininga as the next Head Volleyball Coach for the Warriors. Reininga comes to SWU after a successful coaching career at Bethel College in Mishawaka, Ind., where she posted a 288-182 (.613) career mark. Read more>> Employment Opportunities
In addition to previously posted staff vacancies, another part-time position is being advertised at the Greenville Learning Center. To view all current staff vacancies, select this link: http://swu.edu/hr/1-openings_staff/index.htm.
After about six weeks of steady decline due to a late discovery of an aggressive tumor, University President Todd Voss' father went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2012. John Voss was 85 years old as of April 23. A small memorial service will be held next week for immediate family per John's request. In lieu of flowers, donations will be suggested to a hospice organization at a later date.
"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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