
Southern Wesleyan University


Advancing Wesleyan Education through WE5
WE5 celebrates the combined strength and ongoing impact of the five colleges and universities of The Wesleyan Church.

Students spend summers communicating Christ
Read stories of how students at Wesleyan colleges and universities are a transforming presence.

Overcoming obstacles: Wesleyan graduate testimonies
Some graduates overcome great obstacles to obtain a degree from a Wesleyan college or university. Here are just six of those stories.

Larsons donate Torah scrolls to Christian institutions
A collection of rare Torah scrolls from around the world has been donated to Wesleyan universities.

SWU School of Business renamed Benson School of Business
SWU Board of Trustees member, Pete Benson, is enthusiastic about teaming with Southern Wesleyan to grow the School of Business.

Wesleyan Higher Education engaging in multiethnic opportunities
Colleges and universities within The Wesleyan Church are implementing strategies and initiatives to support multicultural environments.

Wesleyans in the news: April 12
Pastor recalls Martin Luther King, Jr., visiting his high school, community members remember an Ohio pastor and more.

New division, SWU Online, expands academic reach
Southern Wesleyan University is expanding its reach into new markets through SWU Online.

Southern Wesleyan University offering online Doctor of Education degree
Southern Wesleyan University announces its first-ever doctoral program.

Wesleyans in the news
Church children’s director wins teaching award, missionaries assist with a caving adventure and a new provost will lead SWU Online.

Otto receives Mitchell Award
The Virgil A. Mitchell Award for Excellence in Pastoral Ministry is given annually by the Division of Religion and the southern area of The Wesleyan Church.

SWU recognizes outstanding alumni for 2017
The five alumni from Southern Wesleyan University have engaged in various capacities of service through the years.

Southern Wesleyan University on a growing trend
Increased traditional student enrollment and improved retention give university a strong start for 2017-18.

Journey of a Warrior: Southern Wesleyan University Professor “Going the Distance” to Benefit Business Majors
CENTRAL, S.C. – Avid hiker and Southern Wesleyan University Business Professor Jonathan Young is ready to “go the distance” to benefit business majors.

Eclipse Over Pickens County
Between 3,000 – 5,000 people gathered at Southern Wesleyan University in South Carolina to view the recent eclipse.

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SWU, Central and Pickens County Host Eclipse Event
Southern Wesleyan University is in the center of the path for the upcoming solar eclipse, and the school wants you to be a part of the celebration this coming Monday.

SWU athletic director named NCCAA president
An athletic director at a Wesleyan university has been named president of the National Christian College Athletic Association.

SWU approved for RN to BSN program
A new degree program has been approved for SWU that will benefit nurses seeking professional advancement in the healthcare field.

Wesleyans in the news
Southern Wesleyan University’s longtime men’s basketball coach announces retirement and Houghton College reflects on the eternal impact its athletics program has had across the globe.

A young person, called to ministry
Unique summer camp experiences at IWU and SWU await high school students called to ministry, thanks in part to grants from the Lilly Endowment.

SWU faculty and students serve area communities
More than 300 faculty and students participated in SWU’s annual Day of Service, a time to give back to local communities in South Carolina.

Southern Wesleyan University hosts Area 14 Special Olympics
Nearly 500 participants engaged in sports training and competition during the Special Olympics hosted by Southern Wesleyan University.