North Greenville University
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North Greenville University
Motto:	Christ Makes The Difference
Established:	1891
Type:	Private
Endowment:	US $14 million
President:	James B. Epting
Undergraduates:	2,071
Location:	Tigerville, South Carolina, United States
Campus:	Rural
Colors:	Red, Black, and White -
Mascot:	Crusader
Website:	http://www.ngu.edu

North Greenville University is a university governed by the South Carolina Baptist Convention. It is a Christian liberal arts college located in the foothills of the Appalachians in northern Greenville County, South Carolina.

Tuition

2005-2006 school year - tuition (per semester depending on hours)

      1-11 hrs (per hour)              $200.00
      12-19 hrs (full-time)            $5,175.00
      Over 19 hrs (per hour)           $200.00
      Housing                          $1,350.00
      Meals (19 per week)              $1,625.00

Total (full time resident students) $8,800.00 per semester

Female Housing

Female students also reside in houses in and around the campus.

Male Housing

Male students also reside in houses in and around the campus.

Academic Buildings

Clubs and Organizations

Alpha Psi Omega (ΑΨΩ) Alpha Psi Omega is an American recognition honor society recognizing participants in collegiate theatre. Membership is open to those who are active in their college theatre. Most casts/chapters use a "point system" for determining eligibility of membership, with a certain number of points being dealt to a certain task in theatre.

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development --NGU ASCD Chapter. An international Education professional education organization chapter for students interested in matters of education, curriculum, supervision and teaching. The chapter was founded in 2006 by Drs. Richard NeSmith and Sheila Marino, and Profs. Mike Butler and Jo Ann Garrett. The chapter is active at the state and regional levels. Officers are student-elected and are encouraged to provide professional service inside and outside the university.

Biology Club The Biology Club is open to all students. Activities including various meetings throughout the semester, focusing on the natural world in which we live and the beauty designed by our Creator, community service in maintaining the resources with which we as believers have been entrusted, and lectures from local scientist on how to make a difference. Many members of the Biology Club are involved in undergraduate research, and have made various at regional biological conferences, the Association of Southeastern Biologists. Organization decisions are made in accordance with the Biology Club Bi-Laws, and carried out by the officers of the club in cooperation of the Faculty Adviser, Dr. Kristen G. van den Meiracker.

Student Alumni Association (formerly XAK)

Baptist Student Union (BSU) BSU is open to all students. Activities including weekly meetings for worship and fellowship, “IMPACT” teams that visit churches, mission projects, and summer ministry opportunities. BSU is the oldest student-led organization on campus and is recognized nationally as a leader in summer missions. Policies governing BSU are set by the Vice President of Denominational Relations. BSU meets every Thursday night in Turner Chapel at 7:00PM.

Brothers and Sisters Fellowship (BSF)

Sigma Tau Delta International English Society The Alpha Kappa Rho chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society, was founded in spring 2002 at North Greenville University, by English professors Dr. Dee Bielecki, Dr. James Washick, and Dr. Cathy Sepko. The purpose of this organization is to recognize achievement in the studies of the English language and literature. Sigma Tau Delta hosts several on-campus events each year, including a used book sale each semester.

Phi Beta Lambda National Business Society The national busness society of which North Greenville University is a part strives to educate its business majors and minors in more effective leadership, training, and learning techniques. It was chartered on October 2, 2008.

Spanish Club The North Greenville University Spanish club was founded in 2007 by Rebecca Deal, Salomon Diaz, and Jorge Gonzalez inorder to help those students enrolled in spanish develop their speaking and comprehensive skills and create a time of learning and community.

H.E.L.P. Hispanic Educational Learning Program. A Hispanic outreach program co-founded in 2007 by David J. Cobin and Stephen M. Palacino. Program finds Hispanic children and teenagers in need of help with schooling and arranges a tutor from North Greenville University to assist them in any way possible. Is closely connected with the North Grennville Spanish Club.

Theatron Theatron strives to share a passion for theatre and a love for Jesus Christ through quality theatrical experiences on and off campus, both as performers and audience members. We desire to sharpen our critical faculties so as to become informed and independent consumers of contemporary culture and to prepare ourselves to transform that culture through our work and witness as Christians

N.G.U. Historical Society Founded in 2007 by Dr. H. Paul Thompson and Daniel S. Hanson, it provides students with an affinity for history a place to meet with others and discuss an array of historical topics.

Intramural Sports

Campus Ministry

Adventure Club Sponsored by the Outdoor Leadership majors.

Marching Band

Athletics

NGU participates in many sports and is a member of the NCAA Division II and the NCCAA, the National Christian College Athletic Association.

Sports teams at NGU:

• Football (2006 Victory Bowl Champions)
• Ultimate Frisbee (Collegiate Club Level) Ninja Geese Ultimate
• Golf
• Men's Basketball
• Women's Basketball
• Cross Country
• Men's Tennis (2001-2007 NCCAA Champions)
• Women's Tennis
• Cheerleading
• Baseball
• Women's Softball
• Men's Soccer
• Women's Soccer

Athletic Milestones

Making school history, the NGU football team set a school record with 10 wins and won the first collegiate bowl game in the state of South Carolina in the 2006 Victory Bowl versus Malone College (now Malone University).

The NGU Men's tennis team has won six consecutive NCCAA National Championships.

Publications

The Mass Communication Department produces The Skyliner [1], the university newspaper, and The Aurora, the university yearbook.

The Mountain Laurel, produced by the English department, is the university literary magazine.

Radio

WNGR radio is a student-body run product of North Greenville University. At 95.5 "the Vibe," listeners will find a unique blend of Christian music ranging from many different styles and genres all with a Christ-centered message. WNGR plays mainstream popular music to keep fans of well known music satisfied but also plays relatively unknown music by obscure Christian artists and bands to expose listeners to fresh new music. WNGR began in 1996 as WNGC 90.5 "The Buzz". After three years of growth, the station became 92.9 WCMD. In 2002, under the leadership of Dr. Linwood Hagin and Station Manager Kris Meade, the station gained significant credibility and became WNGR 95.5 "The Vibe". With continued support from North Greenville University, its Administration, and faithful students, WNGR continues to grow into a radio station with Ministry as its focus. Following in leadership behind Kris Meade were as follows: Carl Barnhill, David Sons, Gloria Hiatt (first female station manager) and currently(2008) David Watkins.

Listen online at http://www.wngrradio.com

Academics

College of Science and Math

• Biology
• Psychology
• Outdoor Leadership
• Mathematics

College of Business

• Accounting
• Applied Gerontology
• Business Administration
• Economics
• International Business
• Management
• Marketing
• Sport Management

College of Fine Arts

• Theatre

The Neb and Martha Cline School of Music

• Church Music (Praise and Worship Track and Seminary Track)
• Music Education
• Music Composition
• Music Performance

College of Christian Studies

• Christian Studies
• Intercultural Studies
• Christian Youth Ministry

College of Education

• Early Childhood Education
• Elementary Education
• Secondary Education Language Arts
• Secondary Education Broadfield Science (Biology Concentration)
• Secondary Social Studies (History Concentration)

College of Humanities

• English
• English Language Arts Secondary Education (in conjunction with the College of Education)
• History/Social Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies: Two concentrations: one 24; the second 18 hours--chosen from English, History, American Studies, French, Spanish, Mass Communication, Christian Studies, Business, Science, Music, Art, plus others. The Department offering the 24 hour concentration determines whether the degree is a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.
• Mass Communication
  • Print Media
  • Media Ministry
  • Broadcast Media

Graduate School

The Graduate School is located in Greer, South Carolina. The facilities are located next to Fairview Baptist Church.

T. Walter Brashier Graduate School

Graduate Programs

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The purpose of the North Greenville University MBA program is to equip students with the advanced tools enabling them to assume leadership roles in the business or professional community while gaining a Christ-centered perspective.

• Master of Christian Ministry (MCM)

The purpose of this program is to strengthen and enhance the resources and skills that students have already developed for leadership in the church.

Accreditation and Affiliation

North Greenville University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone Number 404-679-4501) to award Associate degrees, Bachelor's and Master's degrees. North Greenville University is also a member of the South Carolina Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, the South Carolina Higher Education Assessment Network, the Southern Baptist Association of Colleges and Schools, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, The South Carolina Association of Colleges and Universities, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the National Christian College Athletic Association, the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, and Tuition Exchange, Inc. Documents of accreditation may be found in the office of the President of North Greenville University

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