Charleston Southern University’s Class of 2015 graduated May 9 at the North Charleston Coliseum, the culminating event in the university’s yearlong 50th anniversary celebration. Approximately 500 undergraduate and graduate students received degrees at the ceremony. Student Government Association president and Class of 2015 graduate Dylan Gunnels addressed his classmates, saying, “You will never experience undying […]
Master of arts in Christian studies classes begin this fall at Charleston Southern University
Classes will begin this fall for the new master of arts in Christian studies degree at Charleston Southern University. Michael Bryant, dean of the School of Christian Studies, said, “Historically, seasons of spiritual renewal have come when Christians emphasized theological education and missions. Our hope is that this degree will play a role in equipping […]
At CSU, Dockery advocates rebuilding community on Christian campuses
David Dockery, president of Trinity International University, was the speaker for the annual Lens conference at Charleston Southern University, hosted by the Whitfield Center for Christian Leadership. Dockery, speaking on spiritual, theological and character formation, said one of the key issues facing Christian higher education is the need to rebuild community on campuses. We live […]
Charleston Southern professor Dr. Celeste McMaster recognized for Excellence in Teaching
Faculty from 20 private colleges were recognized this week at an awards dinner for their dedication to teaching by South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities. Dr. Celeste McMaster, associate professor of English, is Charleston Southern’s Excellence in Teaching winner. Each recipient is chosen by his or her institution according to rigorous criteria and receives a $3,000 […]
Charleston Southern University chapel speaker addresses tension surrounding Walter Scott shooting
The April 8 Chapel speaker at Charleston Southern University, D.A. Horton, an author, speaker and pastor, addressed the tension of the last few days in North Charleston regarding the killing of Walter Scott after a traffic stop by police officer Michael Slager. Horton said we live in a real world with real problems. There are […]
Ruth Graham speaks at Charleston Southern University
Ruth Graham, author, speaker and daughter of evangelist Billy Graham, spoke in chapel at Charleston Southern University on March 18. She used the example of the Apostle Paul to illustrate an effective life. Paul had many experiences and was broken but not defeated. “Paul admired the toughness of the military and athletes,” she said. “He went […]
CSU chapel speaker: ‘Gray areas’ reveal your faith
Dave Edwards used the story of David and Saul to illustrate how to live in the “gray areas” of life to the Charleston Southern University audience at chapel on Feb. 25. The areas and seasons of life that we think don’t matter reveal what we believe about our faith and about those in authority over us, […]
Charleston Southern University named to Best Christian College, Best College Buy list
Charleston Southern University has received national recognition once again, being named to America’s 100 Best College Buys list for the 10th consecutive year and America’s Best Christian Colleges list for the 16th consecutive year. “We are very pleased to be recognized once again for these outstanding awards,” said Debbie Williamson, vice president for enrollment management. “We work […]
Charleston Southern University recognized for volunteer service
For the fourth consecutive year, Charleston Southern University has been recognized by the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll and the U.S. Department of Education and Corporation for National and Community Service as a university committed to volunteer service. Charleston Southern is one of 98 colleges and universities honored for leadership in developing […]
CSU sets enrollment record on 50th anniversary
Charleston Southern University has opened the 2014-2015 academic year with a record high enrollment and the kickoff of the university’s 50th anniversary. The 3,417 students (3,013 undergraduates and 404 graduates) represent the university’s largest enrollment in its history and a 3.9 percent increase over last year. President Jairy Hunter said, “Our vision of integrating faith […]