"Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful."
Hebrews 10:23 (NIV)
Moving in
Southern Wesleyan University welcomed approximately 200 new students to its campus in Central Aug. 17. Staff, student mentors, student-athletes and volunteers did their part to take away at least some of the anxiety experienced by new students and their families. Orientation activities were held throughout the weekend.
Warrior For The Day Be a member of the Southern Wesleyan University volleyball team for a home game! Be in the locker room. Warm up with the team. Sit on the bench during the match. Anyone who is a faculty or staff member may nominate their child, grandchild or niece for any home match. Two girls will be picked for each game – just send their names to Julia Reininga at email jreininga@swu.edu. Choose the date you would prefer to attend: Sept. 15 vs. Southeastern, Sept. 21 vs. Lee, Sept. 22 vs. Faulkner, Oct. 5 vs. Coastal Georgia, Oct. 6 vs. Brewton-Parker, Oct. 12 vs. Belhaven, Oct. 13 vs. Loyola or Oct. 16 vs. Emmanuel.
Save the Date! Run 2 Fall is Oct. 27
The First Annual Run 2 Fall 5k Race is an event for the whole family. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. The kids’ race starts at 8 a.m. and runners and walkers will start at 8:15 a.m. on the challenging 5k course. Prizes will be awarded for men’s women’s and children’s divisions. Registration fees are $20 for adults, $10 for currently enrolled SWU students and $10 for kids. Click here for details and registration.
Employees recognized for service
Southern Wesleyan University employees enjoyed an “Old West” themed dinner during the Employees Recognition Dinner, Aug. 14 on the campus in Central. Southern Wesleyan recognized several new employees, as well as employees who reached years of service milestones:
5 years- From left: Ed Welch, assistant director of communications and web coordinator; Jennifer Potts, associate registrar; Harold Miller, groundskeeper; Tasha Morgan, assistant director – traditional program and general operations; Kristi Shirley, bookstore – post office clerk; Sandra McLendon, assistant professor of education and associate dean of education; Rosina Marini, assistant professor of English; Lillie Lewis, assistant professor of education; Kent Ellison, computer support specialist II; and Joel Crawford, student services coordinator - Charleston. Not pictured is Brian Bartlett, technical services team lead.
10 years- From left: Larry Lynn, security officer; Janet Kizer, accepting the award for husband Lee Kizer, professor of business; Yvonne Duckett, director of career services; Diana Moody, associate for faculty services; Krista Coots, secretary – faculty services; and Pam Burnett, secretary – conference services. Not pictured is Rocky Nation, professor of biology; and Jan Underwood, custodian.
15 years - Jeff Dennis, left, associate vice president of student financial services; and Ken Alexander, educational resources manager. Not pictured is Joan Crain, secretary for alumni; Mike Gillespie, head baseball coach and assistant director of athletics; and Holly Wood, assistant director of financial aid – Adult and Graduate Studies.
20 years - Nancy Boone, accounts payable secretary, was recognized for two decades of service to the university.
25 years- From left: Mike Preusz, director of information technology; Darryl Jachens, professor of music and coordinator of studies in music; and Jim Bowen, professor of business.
30 years- Walt Sinnamon, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, was recognized for three decades of service to the university.
Salierno to be Spiritual Emphasis speaker Dr. Lori Salierno, founder and CEO of Celebrate Life International, Inc. is the speaker for Spiritual Emphasis Week, Sept. 10-12 in Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center on Southern Wesleyan’s campus in Central. Services will be Monday, 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 10:50 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Wednesday at 10 a.m. Salierno’s work as a keynote speaker, author, radio guest and leadership consultant has brought her to a variety of stages ranging from international church conventions to the U.S. Air Force Academy Leadership Symposium. She is an avid spokeswoman for the cause of transforming at-risk youth into responsible citizens. More details are on their website at celebratelife.org.
SWU Supports United Way Double and 20. These are SWU’s goals for its United Way of Pickens County Pacesetter Campaign: 1) doubling the number of employee participants (donors); and 2) increasing the dollar amount we raise by 20 percent – all by September 10.
Every Gift Matters. Consider this...
$1 a week provides membership materials for three girls who couldn’t otherwise afford to join the Girl Scouts
$5 a week provides life-saving medication for someone in need
$12 a week provides for an Order of Protection for 52 victims of domestic violence
$13 a week provides nine weeks of parenting classes for a struggling parent
$15 a week provides one month of home care services for a senior citizen
$20 a week provides home delivered meals for a senior citizen for an entire year
While Double and 20 has been set as a short-term goal, we are also planning least one service project and one university-wide fundraiser throughout the remainder of the academic year. Take five minutes now to review UWPC’s informational brochure and to complete the Pledge Form (for one-time gifts or payroll deduction). To designate a donation to a United Way outside of Pickens County or to a specific partner agency, please complete the Individual Donor Choice Form. Send completed forms to Dana Frost in HR, SWU Box 1957. For details, contact Dana Frost at dfrost@swu.edu or Daryl Couch at dcouch@swu.edu.
Payroll deduction can benefit students
As we start the fall semester, now is a great time to support the students by a payroll deduction to the Annual Promise Fund. The “Promise” is a prayerful challenge to do whatever we can to help students with financial need. The employee goal is $40,000. Prayerfully consider helping move SWU forward this fiscal year financially by filling out this form and returning it to Mary Costello in the development office. In addition to helping students, there are exciting projects going on that benefit from your support; the NCAA initiative; Nicholson-Mitchell Christian Ministry Center; the Golf practice driving range and those one-of-a-kind gifts listed in the catalog of needs. Contact Mary with any questions you may have at mcostello@swu.edu or call ext. 5014.
Chapel Checkers needed
The Spiritual Life office still needs faculty and staff members to take attendance in chapel. This is open to any employee who would be willing and available to help. There is a need of five people to help scan in students on Mondays and five people for Wednesdays. They are also looking for four people to fill in as needed for both Monday and Wednesday. Especially appreciated are employees who can sign up for the whole semester – Mondays, Wednesdays, or both. They also need four people to help during special chapel events other than regular chapel days and times. Click here for the form or e-mail Fran Finch at ffinch@swu.edu with your response by August 20. View previous SWU News editions
"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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