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Board of Visitors Member Contributions

  • Assist the President in achieving the strategic plan of the university
  • Attend two meetings of the Board of Visitors per year
  • Serve a three-year term
  • Make an annual donation of at least $1,000 to the university’s Promise Fund
  • Provide feedback on new programs and curriculum for the university
  • Recommend prospective Board of Visitors members during each year of service
  • Serve as ambassadors of good will for the university in their local communities among neighbors, friends, church members, business associates and prospective students
  • Introduce university leadership to others who might share the vision for Southern Wesleyan University

Board of Visitors Member Benefits

  • Networking opportunities
  • Formal recognition in university publications and media outlets
  • VIP invitations to selected campus events and receptions
  • Access to selected students who may serve as interns and potential employees

Board of Visitors

Board of Visitors

By becoming a member of the Southern Wesleyan University Board of Visitors, individuals have the opportunity to shape the lives of students in each and every area of study. The purpose of the Board of Visitors is to assemble a group of successful men and women, alumni and friends, who are committed to the growth and development of Southern Wesleyan University and its mission. Members of the Board of Visitors are respected in the areas where they live and have influenced their communities through various means of support. Southern Wesleyan University will also benefit from members’ experience by their committing to do the following:

The Board of Visitors will serve as the catalyst for the support of Southern Wesleyan University and its student-centered mission. We would be honored if you would consider becoming a member of this distinguished group.

For more information, contact Rev. Jim Wiggins at (864) 644-5013 or e-mail jwiggins@swu.edu.

Mission Statement

To help men and women become all God intends them to be through an excellent learning experience that promotes intellectual inquiry, fosters spiritual maturity, equips for service, and mobilizes leaders whose lives transform their world through faith, knowledge, love and hope as they serve Jesus Christ and others.

Members:

Name City Company
Lee R. and Kathy Allen Easley, SC Greenville Hospital System
Yvonne Herd and Gary Arrowood Greenville, SC
Dr. Gloria J. Bell Central, SC
James and Martha Blackburn Fishers, IN
Michael J. and Jean Bonham Seneca, SC
Ronald L. and Kay Brank Franklin, TN Symbion, Inc.
Sandy and Scott Buchanan Westminster, SC S.C. Wesleyan Women
Carol Burdette Pendleton, SC Town of Pendleton
John Callaham Liberty, SC
C. Roy and Patricia Collins Central, SC
Al B. Cumbie III Honea Path, SC
Billy T. and JoAnn Davis Greenville, SC
Emily and David DeRoberts Easley, SC Duke Energy
Janet C. and James Green Gastonia, NC
Russell J. and Diane Guffee Pendleton, SC Basic Concepts, Inc.
Dr. Harold R. and Mary Gunsalus High Point, NC
Larry C. and Carol Hendrix Walhalla, SC Davenport Funeral Home
J. Paul and Deborah Hilson Fayetteville, NC
Faith Hobson Tuscaloosa, AL
Larry and Susan Hooks Mentone, AL Riverview Camp for Girls
Paul F. and Susan Johanson Seneca, SC
Billy R. and Gloria Jones McDonough, GA
Don and Laura Karns Piedmont, SC Stepchange Solutions LLC
Ray G. and Robin Klumb Bahama, NC
Julia and Dale Lappin Flat Rock, NC
Charles (Sonny) and Mable Lusk Kennesaw, GA CSX Corp.
Ed and Karen Martin Central, SC MST Concrete Products, Inc.
Daniel J. and Mary Maw Seneca, SC Seneca National Bank
James and Sheryl Medders Simpsonville, SC
Dr. Gordon E. and Frances Miller Kernersville, NC
Jerry C.Mize Seneca, SC Oconee Board of Disabilities and Special Needs
Randall (Randy) and Peggy Newton Clemson, SC Newton Law Firm
Tim Newton Fayetteville, NC
John Michael and Joyce Powell West Union, SC Powell Real Estate
Keith and Deborah Powell Easley, SC Greenville School District
Hershell A. and Sandra Pruitt Mentone, AL
Andre B. Richburg Greenville, SC Richbyrg Financial Services
Levon and Earline Stack Columbia, SC Columbia Furniture Service
W. Herbert Jr. and Shelby Thompson Central, SC
H. Dean and Brenda Watson Easley, SC Scott & Stringfellow Co.
Wanda Y. and Ken Whitener Anderson, SC AnMed Health
John Jr. and Annie Williams Greenville, SC
Dr. D. Clifton and Ernstena Wood Charlotte, NC

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