Investing in the future
Raquel Welsh shares a testimony of how the generosity of scholarship donors has made a difference in her life, enabling her to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds and to realize her academic goals. Welsh is a 2007 Religion graduate from Kings Mountain, N.C. She spoke during the Donor-Funded Scholarship Awards Ceremony at Founders’ Hall on the Central campus of Southern Wesleyan University.
How sweet the sound
Southern Wesleyan University held a dedication ceremony for the Jennings Chapel Organ April 30 at Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center on the university’s campus in Central.
The concert featured organists Jane Palmer Dill and Nathan Bryson as well as the university concert choir, performing sacred and classical selections. The organ became a reality, thanks to the support of the late Dr. Lowell Jennings, his family and others. Pictured, from left, are Janene Bryson, daughter; Laura Fipps Bryson, granddaughter-in-law; Scott Bryson, grandson; Nathan Bryson, grandson; Mary Faith Jennings, widow of Lowell Jennings; Donald Jennings, son; and Eddie Bryson, husband of Janene Bryson. The organ will be used for worship, concerts, recitals and campus celebration events, such as commencement. It was crafted by Cornel Zimmer Organ Builders of Denver, N.C.
First Citizens supports Promise Fund
Southern Wesleyan University’s Promise Fund recently got a boost from First Citizens Bank. They presented a $40,000 check to benefit the university’s Promise Fund, which helps student scholarships.
Pictured is Mary Costello, left, Southern Wesleyan’s director of development and Bill Harley, senior vice president, First Citizens Bank. According to Rev. James Wiggins, Southern Wesleyan’s vice president for development, the grant represents an increase from their previous giving level.
Feb. 9, 2011
Duke Energy gift benefits Southern Wesleyan University students
Southern Wesleyan University received a $1,000 gift recently from Duke Energy to benefit the Southern Wesleyan University Science Fair.
Duke also gave $400 for their participation in the P.B. Wood Golf Tournament to benefit The Promise Fund. Pictured, from left, are Mike Wilson of Duke Energy, district manager for Anderson, Oconee, Pickens and Abbeville counties; Dr. David Spittal, president of Southern Wesleyan University; Rev. James Wiggins, Southern Wesleyan vice president for development; and Addie Bradshaw, Duke Energy spokesperson.
Office of Development News
| First Citizens supports SWU students
(10-26-2011) Southern Wesleyan University accepted a $10,000 check from First Citizens Bank to benefit its Promise Fund during the P.B. Wood Golf Tournament Oct. 17. Read More | |
| Southern Wesleyan University’s golf tournament to be Oct. 17
(8-3-2011) The annual Southern Wesleyan University P.B. Wood Golf Tournament will tee off Oct. 17 at Pickens Country Club. Read More | |
| Southern Wesleyan University’s magazine goes digital
(7-25-2011) Focus, Southern Wesleyan University’s award-winning magazine, is now available online in an exciting new digital format. Read More | |
| How sweet the sound
(5-5-2011) Southern Wesleyan University held a dedication ceremony for the Jennings Chapel Organ April 30 at Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center on the university’s campus in Central. Read More | |
| Presidential scholarship established
(4-25-2011) James Wiggins, left, Southern Wesleyan University’s vice president for development, presents to University President David Spittal an endowed scholarship fund named in honor of Spittal and his wife. Read More | |
| Southern Wesleyan to dedicate organ at free concert
(4-20-2011) When Southern Wesleyan University dedicated its Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center in 2008, one significant addition was still needed. Read More | |
| Duke Energy gift benefits Southern Wesleyan University students
(2-9-2011) Southern Wesleyan University received a $1,000 gift recently from Duke Energy to benefit the Southern Wesleyan University Science Fair. Read More | |
| Golf tournament benefits Southern Wesleyan University
(10-26-2010) Proceeds from the P. B. Wood Golf Tournament benefit the Promise Fund – the annual fund for Southern Wesleyan University. The tournament raised more than $27,000 for the fund. Read More | |
| University golf tournament to tee off, raise funds
(9-17-2010) The annual Southern Wesleyan University P.B. Wood Golf Tournament will be teeing off on Oct. 18 at Pickens Country Club. Read More | |
| Board of Visitors gathers at Southern Wesleyan
(3-6-2010) The board of visitors is a group of successful men and women, including university alumni and friends, who are committed to the growth and development of Southern Wesleyan and its mission. Read More | |
| Golf tournament benefits Southern Wesleyan
(10-23-2009) Despite a chilly start, the sun came out for a great day of golf Oct. 19 as Southern Wesleyan University held its P.B. Wood Golf Tournament at Pickens Country Club. Read More | |
| SWU plans for annual golf tournament
(10-6-2009) The annual Southern Wesleyan University P.B. Wood Golf Tournament will be teeing off on Oct. 19 at Pickens Country Club. The tournament raises money for the university's Promise Fund, which supports student scholarships as well as academic and student programs. This event is named in honor of Dr. Paul Baker Wood, a noted psychologist and Southern Wesleyan University professor emeritus. Read More | |
| Local author donates book to SWU’s Rickman Library
(12-12-2008) Local author and retired newspaper publisher Jerry Vickery presented a copy of his book to Southern Wesleyan University. Read More | |
| Golf tournament benefits Southern Wesleyan University
(10-22-2008) Golf teams teed off at the Pickens Country Club for Southern Wesleyan University’s annual P. B. Wood Golf Tournament, sponsored by First Citizens Bank. Read More | |
| Fine Arts a focus for board of visitors meeting at SWU
(9-19-2008) Fine Arts a focus for board of visitors meeting at SWU Read More | |
| Wal-Mart supports Southern Wesleyan University
(4-17-2008) Wal-Mart associates at the store’s Central, S.C., location applauded as Southern Wesleyan University received a $2,000 check from the company.e Irmo area. Read More | |
| Golf tournament benefits Southern Wesleyan
(10-24-2007) Golf teams teed off at the Pickens Country Club for Southern Wesleyan University’s annual Paul B. Wood Golf Tournament, sponsored by First Citizens Bank. Read More | |
| Author brings his book to Southern Wesleyan
(10-04-2007) Author, professor and class of 1973 Southern Wesleyan University graduate Dr. Jonathan Watts visited the university’s campus Oct. 1 to promote his book, “Gospel-Telling to a Digital Culture: The Forensic Reconstruction of a Good Story.” Read More | |
| Investing in the future
(10-3-2007) Raquel Welsh shares a testimony of how the generosity of scholarship donors has made a difference in her life, enabling her to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds and to realize her academic goals. Read More | |
| SWU Announces New Development Executive
(4-30-2007) Southern Wesleyan University announces the appointment of James Wiggins as Vice President for Development. Read More | |
| Golf tournament benefits Southern Wesleyan
(11-1-2006) Golf teams teed off at the Pickens Country Club for Southern Wesleyan University’s annual Paul B. Wood Golf Tournament, sponsored by First Citizens Bank and Trehel Corporation. Richard Rogers, criminal justice coordinator at the university, says the program will produce graduates who will be able to use their skills in challenging criminal justice careers. Read More | |
| BB&T charitable foundation makes $40,000 gift
(8-14-2006) Thanks to a donation, one Southern Wesleyan University student will receive a $2,000 scholarship. Read More | |
| SWU business alumni gather for golf
(5-5-2006) Southern Wesleyan University’s School of Business hosted its first Business Alumni Annual Golf Outing on May 3 at Pickens Country Club. Read More | |
| November 2, 2005 Golf tournament benefits Southern Wesleyan
(11-29-2005) Golf teams teed off at the Pickens Country Club for Southern Wesleyan University’s annual Paul B. Wood Golf Tournament, sponsored by First Citizens Bank. Read More |
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