North Greenville University
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North Greenville University is a comprehensive university affiliated with South Carolina Baptist Convention
and the Southern Baptist Convention
, and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
. The institution awards Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral degrees.
In the 2012 edition of U.S. News and World Report Best College Rankings, North Greenville was listed as #30 in Regional Colleges - South.
North Greenville is located in Tigerville, South Carolina
, a small community in the foothills of the Appalachians just outside of Greenville, South Carolina
. Most courses are offered through both online and physical classroom formats.
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.
The purpose of this program is to strengthen and enhance the resources and skills that students have already developed for leadership in the church.
This program has a K-12 focus and focuses on preparing strong teachers in education through equitable educational practices while emphasizing the application of classroom technology and research-based practice.
The purpose of the Doctor of Ministry program is to equip the student for the practice of ministry at a high level of professional competence.
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.
The work of the committee led to the establishment of what is now North Greenville University.
Benjamin F. Neves offered 10 acres (4.05 ha) of beautiful rolling land midway between Glassy Mountain to the north and Paris Mountain to the south. By 1892 the first building was completed and ready for occupancy, and North Greenville High School began with the arrival of the first students on January 16, 1893.
The State of South Carolina chartered the institution as North Greenville High School in 1904. The next year the Home Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention assumed control of the school as part of its Mountain Mission School System, a relationship that lasted 25 years. In 1929, the North Greenville Baptist Association again accepted responsibility for the school which had been renamed “North Greenville Baptist Academy” in 1915.
In 1934, the charter was amended to create a junior college in addition to a high school. Fifteen years later, the growing institution was transferred from the founding association to the direct control of the General Board of the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In 1957, North Greenville College was accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as a two year liberal arts college, and the high school courses were discontinued. Previously, an amendment to the charter in 1950 changed the name to “North Greenville Junior College,” and the word “Junior” was deleted from the title of the college in 1972.
In 1991, the college reaffirmed its basic commitment to quality education, applying to the
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer baccalaureate degrees in Christian Studies and church music. The school was given candidacy status the following summer, with its initial cohort of upperclassmen enrolling in the fall semester of 1992. Level II accreditation was granted in June 1994. In 1997, the college’s Teacher Education Program received approval from the South Carolina Department of Education.
In 2006, the university began offering the Master of Christian Ministry and the Master of Business Administration. In the course of the school’s existence, enrollment has continued to grow, the academic program has been strengthened, and campus facilities have been improved. Throughout this period of development, the fundamental purpose for which North Greenville was founded has remained constant: to provide a quality educational experience in the context of genuine Christian commitment.
In 2009-2011, Forbes list of America's Best Colleges has included North Greenville University in its annual list of the top 650 public and private colleges nationwide.
North Greenville was also listed as the 5th in the nation for best professors according to the Center for College Affordability and Productivity, which used ratings from Ratemyprofessor.com.
Students also reside in houses in and around the campus.
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.
Student Marketing Association
The Student Marketing Association is a student-led, Christ-driven organization which seeks to allow students opportunities to learn and grow in their knowledge of the Marketing field. The association is open to students with a major or concentration in Marketing. Membership creates opportunities for networking, internships, and much more.
Biology Club
The Biology Club is open to all students. Founded by Annie Mah, Clint Toris and Christopher Bailes. 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 and students 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.
Lambda Pi Eta
Communication Studies Honor Society
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 business 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 Dr. Victor M. Prieto, Rebecca Deal, Salomon Diaz, and Jorge Gonzalez in order 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 Dr. Victor M. Prieto and students 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 Greenville 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
. In 2010, NGU joined Conference Carolinas
. The Crusaders will bring 13 sports into Conference Carolinas play including baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, and women’s softball and volleyball. NGU’s football team will remain an independent DII member but has a scheduling alliance with the South Atlantic Conference
for the 2011-2012 season.
Sports teams at NGU:
Making school history, the NGU football team set a school record with 10 wins and won the 2006 Victory Bowl
versus Malone College (now Malone University). In 2010, the North Greenville University football team had another winning season, in which they hosted and won the NCCAA Victory Bowl
once again, defeating Campbellsville University
42-16.
Tennis
The NGU Men's tennis team has won six consecutive NCCAA National Championships.
Baseball
The NGU Baseball team won the NCCAA World Series in July 2010, defeating Bluefield College
7-6.
Track & Field
2011-2012 will mark the inaugural year for NGU's Track & Field teams.
The Mountain Laurel, produced by the English department, is the university literary magazine.
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), David Watkins, Alex Holmes and currently (2010–2011) Brian Alexander.
South Carolina Baptist Convention
The South Carolina Baptist Convention is a group of churches affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention located in the U.S. state of South Carolina...
and the Southern Baptist Convention
Southern Baptist Convention
The Southern Baptist Convention is a United States-based Christian denomination. It is the world's largest Baptist denomination and the largest Protestant body in the United States, with over 16 million members...
, and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is one of the six regional accreditation organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation...
. The institution awards Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral degrees.
In the 2012 edition of U.S. News and World Report Best College Rankings, North Greenville was listed as #30 in Regional Colleges - South.
North Greenville is located in Tigerville, South Carolina
Tigerville, South Carolina
Tigerville is a Census-designated place in Greenville County, South Carolina, United States. According to the 2010 United States Census the population is 1,312. It lies north of Taylors, northeast of Travelers Rest, and northwest of Greer...
, a small community in the foothills of the Appalachians just outside of Greenville, South Carolina
Greenville, South Carolina
-Law and government:The city of Greenville adopted the Council-Manager form of municipal government in 1976.-History:The area was part of the Cherokee Nation's protected grounds after the Treaty of 1763, which ended the French and Indian War. No White man was allowed to enter, though some families...
College of Science and Math
- Biology
- Psychology
- Outdoor Leadership
- Mathematics
- Health and Wellness
College of Business
- Accounting
- Applied Gerontology
- Business Administration
- Economics
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
- Sport Management
College of Fine Arts
- Art
- 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 Secondary Education
- 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, Linguistics, 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
T. Walter Brashier Graduate School
The Graduate School is located in Greer, South CarolinaGreer, South Carolina
Greer is a city in Greenville and Spartanburg counties in the U.S. state of South Carolina, between the cities of Greenville and Spartanburg. The population was 25,515 at the 2010 census. It is projected to hit 30,000 within 4 years. Each day, more than three times that number of people pass...
. Most courses are offered through both online and physical classroom formats.
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.
- Master of Education (M.Ed.)
This program has a K-12 focus and focuses on preparing strong teachers in education through equitable educational practices while emphasizing the application of classroom technology and research-based practice.
- Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
The purpose of the Doctor of Ministry program is to equip the student for the practice of ministry at a high level of professional competence.
Accreditation and Affiliation
North Greenville University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and SchoolsSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is one of the six regional accreditation organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation...
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.
History
On October 14, 1891, at the fourth annual meeting of the North Greenville Baptist Association, a committee of nine men was appointed to determine the best location for establishing a high school in the northern region of Greenville County. The recommendation to create the committee came in response to a suggestion made at an earlier associational meeting by John Ballenger of the Tigerville community. He asked that the association consider the possibility of providing educational opportunities for mountain area students as there were only three high schools in the entire county at that time.The work of the committee led to the establishment of what is now North Greenville University.
Benjamin F. Neves offered 10 acres (4.05 ha) of beautiful rolling land midway between Glassy Mountain to the north and Paris Mountain to the south. By 1892 the first building was completed and ready for occupancy, and North Greenville High School began with the arrival of the first students on January 16, 1893.
The State of South Carolina chartered the institution as North Greenville High School in 1904. The next year the Home Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention assumed control of the school as part of its Mountain Mission School System, a relationship that lasted 25 years. In 1929, the North Greenville Baptist Association again accepted responsibility for the school which had been renamed “North Greenville Baptist Academy” in 1915.
In 1934, the charter was amended to create a junior college in addition to a high school. Fifteen years later, the growing institution was transferred from the founding association to the direct control of the General Board of the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In 1957, North Greenville College was accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as a two year liberal arts college, and the high school courses were discontinued. Previously, an amendment to the charter in 1950 changed the name to “North Greenville Junior College,” and the word “Junior” was deleted from the title of the college in 1972.
In 1991, the college reaffirmed its basic commitment to quality education, applying to the
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer baccalaureate degrees in Christian Studies and church music. The school was given candidacy status the following summer, with its initial cohort of upperclassmen enrolling in the fall semester of 1992. Level II accreditation was granted in June 1994. In 1997, the college’s Teacher Education Program received approval from the South Carolina Department of Education.
In 2006, the university began offering the Master of Christian Ministry and the Master of Business Administration. In the course of the school’s existence, enrollment has continued to grow, the academic program has been strengthened, and campus facilities have been improved. Throughout this period of development, the fundamental purpose for which North Greenville was founded has remained constant: to provide a quality educational experience in the context of genuine Christian commitment.
Rankings and Recognition
US News and World Report ranks North Greenville University as #30 among Regional Colleges (South). US News also reported that North Greenville had the 10th highest yield in the category of national liberal arts institutions, with yield meaning the percentage of students who are accepted, actually enrolling—a telling sign of an institution's popularity.In 2009-2011, Forbes list of America's Best Colleges has included North Greenville University in its annual list of the top 650 public and private colleges nationwide.
North Greenville was also listed as the 5th in the nation for best professors according to the Center for College Affordability and Productivity, which used ratings from Ratemyprofessor.com.
Female Housing
| Dorm | Built |
|---|---|
| Simpson Hall | 1961 |
| Howard Hall | 1963 |
| Trustee and Self Hall | 1985 |
| Cline Hall | 1996 |
| Hartness Hall | 1996 |
| Howard Jr. Hall | 1996 |
| Horton-Tingle Hall | 1997 |
| Roberson Hall | 2002 |
| Emery Hall | 2000 |
| Vandiver Hall | 2006 |
| Brashier Hall | 1973 |
| Cooper Apartment | |
| Martin Hall | 2009 |
Male Housing
| Dorm | Built |
|---|---|
| Bruce Hall | Early 1800s |
| Units A-G | 1982 |
| Anthony Hall | 1996 |
| Crusader Court Duplexes | 2000's |
Students also reside in houses in and around the campus.
Academic Buildings
| Name of Building | Information about Building |
|---|---|
| Donnan Administration Building | Completed from 1954–55, stands in the center of campus. It contains classrooms and administrative offices. |
| Turner Auditorium and Music Building | Completed from 1957-1958. The chapel seats approximately 1600. A lobby, restrooms, and additional seating were added in 1998. |
| Averyt-Wood Learning Center | Completed in 1999. The Center consists of classrooms and Hester Memorial Library which itself was completed from 1973-1974. |
| Hayes Fine Arts Center | Completed in 2001. Hamlin Recital Hall is located in this building. |
| White Hall | Completed in the 1930s and renovated in 1992. Oldest Building on campus. Contains Professors' offices. |
| Hayes Ministry Center | Completed in 1996. It contains the Financial Aid Offices and Admissions. |
| Todd Dining Hall/Student Center | Completed in 2005. It includes the dining hall, mass communication, gameroom, post office, bookstore, offices, student center, and 63'-64' grill. |
| Younts Stadium | Completed in 2005. |
| Neves Academic Hall | Completed in 2007. The Hall used to be the old Dining hall. It now contains offices, registrar, and classrooms. |
| Eddie Runnion Building, | Renovated in 2009. Houses art classrooms and art department faculty offices along with Einstein Bagel Brothers and a bank. |
| Crain Science Building | Completed in 1962. The building contains the departments of math, computer science, and science. |
| Hayes Gymnasium | Completed in 1976. The building has an outdoor pool. |
| School of Theatre | Completed spring 2010. |
| Billingsley Theater | Completed fall 2010. |
| Ole Studio at 414 | Completed in 2009. The building houses pottery and other art classrooms. |
| Foster Academic Hall | Completed in 1965 but renovated in 2005-2006 school year. |
| Tuttle Clinic | Located by Foster Circle and near the Dining Hall. |
| Cothran Maintenance Building | Completed in 1974 and is located directly behind Bruce Hall. |
| Cooper Residence Hall Complex | Located directly behind the dining hall. |
| Public Safety Office | Located directly behind the dining hall. |
| Younts Fitness and Wellness Center | Completed in 1989. Renovated 2006. |
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.
Student Marketing Association
The Student Marketing Association is a student-led, Christ-driven organization which seeks to allow students opportunities to learn and grow in their knowledge of the Marketing field. The association is open to students with a major or concentration in Marketing. Membership creates opportunities for networking, internships, and much more.
Biology Club
The Biology Club is open to all students. Founded by Annie Mah, Clint Toris and Christopher Bailes. 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 and students 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.
Lambda Pi Eta
Lambda Pi Eta
Lambda Pi Eta is the official communication studies honor society of the National Communication Association . As a member of the Association of College Honor Societies , Lambda Pi Eta has over 400 active chapters at four-year colleges and universities worldwide.Lambda Pi Eta was founded in 1985 at...
Communication Studies Honor Society
Brothers and Sisters Fellowship (BSF)
Sigma Tau Delta
Sigma Tau Delta
Sigma Tau Delta is an international collegiate honor society for students of English. It presently has over 800 active chapters located in Europe, the Caribbean, the United States, and 1 chapter in the Middle East , with more than 1,000 faculty sponsors...
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 business 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 Dr. Victor M. Prieto, Rebecca Deal, Salomon Diaz, and Jorge Gonzalez in order 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 Dr. Victor M. Prieto and students 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 Greenville 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 AssociationNational Christian College Athletic Association
The National Christian College Athletic Association is an association of approximately 100 Christian universities, colleges, and Bible colleges in the United States and Canada which see collegiate sports primarily as an opportunity for Christian fellowship and ministry. The national headquarters...
. In 2010, NGU joined Conference Carolinas
Conference Carolinas
Conference Carolinas, formerly known as the Carolinas-Virginia Athletic Conference , is an intercollegiate athletic conference affiliated with the NCAA’s Division II. Conference Carolinas reached its modern incarnation in 1994. Member institutions are located in the southeastern United States in...
. The Crusaders will bring 13 sports into Conference Carolinas play including baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, and women’s softball and volleyball. NGU’s football team will remain an independent DII member but has a scheduling alliance with the South Atlantic Conference
South Atlantic Conference
The South Atlantic Conference is a college athletic conference which operates in the southeastern United States. It participates in the NCAA's Division II...
for the 2011-2012 season.
Sports teams at NGU:
- Football (2006 and 2010 NCCAA Victory Bowl National Champions)
- Ultimate Frisbee (Collegiate Club Level)
- Golf
- Men's Basketball
- Women's Basketball
- Cross Country
- Men's Tennis (2001–2007, 2011 NCCAA Champions)
- Women's Tennis
- Cheerleading (2011 NCCAA Champions)
- Baseball (2010 NCCAA World Series Champions)
- Women's Softball (2011 NCCAA Champions)
- Men's Soccer
- Women's Soccer
- Men's Track & Field
- Women's Track & Field
Athletic milestones
FootballMaking school history, the NGU football team set a school record with 10 wins and won the 2006 Victory Bowl
Victory Bowl
The Victory Bowl is the championship football game between schools that sponsor football and are members of the NCCAA and did not qualify for either the NCAA or NAIA playoffs. It is one of the few post-season bowl games for smaller schools...
versus Malone College (now Malone University). In 2010, the North Greenville University football team had another winning season, in which they hosted and won the NCCAA Victory Bowl
Victory Bowl
The Victory Bowl is the championship football game between schools that sponsor football and are members of the NCCAA and did not qualify for either the NCAA or NAIA playoffs. It is one of the few post-season bowl games for smaller schools...
once again, defeating Campbellsville University
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville University, also known as CU, is a private university in Campbellsville, Kentucky, the seat of Taylor County. Founded as Russell Creek Academy, a Baptist institution, the university currently enrolls more than 3,000 students and is open to students of all denominations...
42-16.
Tennis
The NGU Men's tennis team has won six consecutive NCCAA National Championships.
Baseball
The NGU Baseball team won the NCCAA World Series in July 2010, defeating Bluefield College
Bluefield College
Bluefield College is a small, Christian liberal arts college in Bluefield, Virginia, United States, in Tazewell County. It offers 22 majors, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools...
7-6.
Track & Field
2011-2012 will mark the inaugural year for NGU's Track & Field teams.
Publications
The Mass Communication Department produces The Skyliner, the university newspaper, and The Aurora, the university yearbook.The Mountain Laurel, produced by the English department, is the university literary magazine.
Radio
WNGR-LPWNGR-LP
WNGR-LP is a radio station broadcasting a Alternative Christian Rock format. Licensed to Tigerville, South Carolina, USA, the station is currently owned by North Greenville University....
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), David Watkins, Alex Holmes and currently (2010–2011) Brian Alexander.
Notable Alumni
- Dr. Thomas Haggai, 1949, chairman and CEO of IGA GlobalIGA (supermarkets)IGA is a brand of grocery stores active in more than 30 countries. Contrasting with the chain store business model, IGA operates as a franchise through stores that are owned separately from the brand. Many of these stores operate in small town markets and belong to families that manage them...
- Cliff Hollingsworth, 1972, screenwriter
- Dr. Mac Brunson, 1978, Senior Pastor Jacksonville First Baptist Church
- John Michael McConnell, 1964, former US Director of National Intelligence
- Steven FurtickSteven FurtickSteven Furtick is an American pastor and author. He is the Lead Pastor of Elevation Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. Furtick and wife Holly have three children, Abbey, Elijah and Graham.)...
, 2002, Founder and Lead Pastor Elevation ChurchElevation ChurchElevation Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a Southern Baptist megachurch pastored by Steven Furtick. Elevation was cited by Outreach Magazine as one of the Top 100 fastest growing churches in the country in 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010...
, Charlotte, North Carolina - Chris SlighChris SlighCharles Christopher Sligh is an American singer; songwriter and producer who was a finalist on the sixth season of American Idol, finishing in tenth place.-Early years:...
, 2003, songwriter, recording artist, and Season Six American IdolAmerican IdolAmerican Idol, titled American Idol: The Search for a Superstar for the first season, is a reality television singing competition created by Simon Fuller and produced by FremantleMedia North America and 19 Entertainment...
finalist - Joshua Putnam, 2011, youngest representative in the South Carolina legislature