SWU celebrates ‘Class of 2013’
Southern Wesleyan University graduates march down Wesleyan Drive just prior to graduation ceremonies May 10 at the university’s campus in Central.
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Ken Dupin, center, received an honorary doctorate during graduation ceremonies May 10 at Southern Wesleyan University. Pictured from left is Dupin’s wife, Joy; Dupin; Keith Iddings, university provost; and Todd Voss, SWU president. Dupin was the speaker for three ceremonies on the university’s campus in Central.
Joy Bryant, left, congratulates Patrick Gue of Mauldin following graduation ceremonies May 11 at Southern Wesleyan University in Central. Gue, who received his master of ministry degree, is pastor of First Haitian Evangelistic Wesleyan Church in Greenville. He is pictured with his wife, Miriane and their children Pamela, Chantale, Micah and Rose. Bryant is executive director of alumni and constituent relations at SWU.
Southern Wesleyan University President Todd Voss congratulates Tim Hiott of Easley during graduation ceremonies May 11 for students enrolled in adult evening degree programs. Hiott received a master of education in administration and supervision degree.
Shayla Walden of Hephzibah, Ga., celebrates with her twins, Jake and Jordan, following graduation ceremonies at Southern Wesleyan University in Central. Walden, who received her MBA, was able to finish her studies via Skype sessions with her professor and visits from her classmates.
More than 300 graduates received their associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during three ceremonies at Southern Wesleyan University in Central.
Each ceremony began with a processional along Wesleyan Drive, as students, anticipating their new degrees, were led by the City of Greenville Pipes and Drums, playing “Scotland the Brave.” The musical aspect of this celebration continued inside with inspirational music from the University Singers.
“The heart of the university’s mission and purpose is most evidenced through the teaching and mentoring the students receive from our faculty,” said Todd Voss, university president, in his opening remarks. “The scholarship and commitment of our faculty to their students and their faith in Christ in the classroom and throughout the learning process is the substance of this university and what we strive to fulfill.”
The commencement speaker was Rev. Ken Dupin, who has served as a pastor in The Wesleyan Church for 31 years and is a research fellow at Virginia Tech’s Corporate Research Center. In 2008, Dupin founded N2Care, a result of his Ph.D. research and his passion for issues affecting the aging population. N2Care’s team under Dupin’s leadership created the MEDCottage, an innovation the media has affectionately called the “granny pod.”
Dupin shared about how in midlife he began observing successful people. He found a common denominator was that they have experienced times of sacrifice somewhere in their lives.
“Sacrifice generates passion. No change is greater than your willingness to make a sacrifice, but if there is no sacrifice, you end up blaming other people for your mediocrity. Whatever your dream is today, dream it. Don’t be afraid to sacrifice. The greater the sacrifice, the greater the opportunity,” concluded Dupin.
Southern Wesleyan University President Todd Voss presented Dupin an honorary doctorate for his achievements.
Students graduating from the university’s traditional program participated in a ceremony May 10, while students enrolled in the adult evening program participated in two ceremonies May 11. Each ceremony took place in the auditorium of Newton Hobson Chapel and Fine Arts Center.
Southern Wesleyan University graduates included:
In South Carolina
Aiken
Adriene Bollig, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Mechelle Creech, Master of Science in Management; Janice Howard, Master of Business Administration; Nicole Lancaster, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Brian Martin, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Lorraine Williams, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Anderson
Nolan Black, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Andrew Debo, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Brenda Dutton, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Meagan James, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice; Amanda Jones, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Travis Peacock, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Mo Seay, Master of Business Administration; Ricos Wright, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Barnwell
Deanna Ridgeway, Master of Business Administration.
Beech Island
Deborah Holley, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Wanda Walker, Master of Business Administration.
Bethune
Tate Williamson, Master of Business Administration.
Blackstock
Krysten Branham, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Bluffton
Coleman Brown, Bachelor of Arts in History.
Blythewood
Greg Welch, Master of Business Administration.
Boiling Springs
Shajuana Dawkins, Associate of Arts in General Studies; Anna Nusz, Bachelor of Science in Human Services.
Cayce
Faith Jamison, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Central
Amy Agosti, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Dawn Bright, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Chloe Bryant, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Wayne Evans, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Sofia Gomez, Bachelor of Arts in Biology; Stephanie Lee, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Nicolas Luque Cifuentes, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Thomas Parham, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Aimee Springer, Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Charleston
Shelley Johnson, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Clemson
Veronica Clampitt, Bachelor of Arts in English; Amanda Robinson, Bachelor of Science - Specialized Major: Exercise Science; Ashley Robinson, Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; Jared Wigington, Bachelor of Arts in English.
Columbia
Dana Aldighieri, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Felicia Baccus-George, Associate of Science in Business; Lashaun Benjamin, Bachelor of Science in Human Services; Michael Brice, Associate of Arts in General Studies; Lindsey Brown, Master of Business Administration; Laura Castelli, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Melinda Fair, Master of Business Administration; Erica Goines, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Felisha Henry, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Lisa Jenkins, Master of Science in Management; Craig Lawson, Master of Science in Management; Tyra Marshall, Associate of Science in Business; Michelle Muller, Master of Business Administration; Lynda Orange, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Kisha Price, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Ashley Robinson, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Aron Seegars, Master of Business Administration; Monica Smith, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Barbara Specter, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Danny Strickland, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; La'trell Sutton, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Russell Thompson, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Tina Walker, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Audrey White, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Wendy Willingham, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Cowpens
Stephen Burgess, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Duncan
Regina Taylor, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Easley
Bambi Anthony, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Derek Brown, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Linda Caraway, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Cory Dodgens, Bachelor of Arts in Music; Chris Everhart, Associate of Science in Business; Mark Haller, Master of Business Administration; Timothy Hiott, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Stacy Huff, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Erica James, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Todd Jones, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; A.J. Millis, Bachelor of Science in Physical Education; Nathaniel Nauss, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Kelley Norwine, Master of Ministry; Justin Patterson, Bachelor of Science in Physical Education; Mike Revis, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Kristen Ridley, Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education; Hayley Smith, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice; Amy White, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Megan Williams, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Quincy Williams, Bachelor of Science Business Management; Kelli Willimon, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Christopher Willis, Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science.
Edgefield
Brenda Dukes, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Elgin
Crystal Lynn, Associate of Arts General Studies; Beth Ruffin, Master of Business Administration.
Fair Play
Nick Ackley, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry; Phil Harris, Associate of Science in Business.
Fort Mill
Marschal Martens, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
Fountain Inn
Carrie Kay, Bachelor of Science in Human Services; Sara Long, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership.
Gadsden
Janie Young, Associate of Science in Business .
Gaffney
Tammy Brown, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Kimberly Martin, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Gilbert
Steve Senf, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Goose Creek
Yamil Perez, Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Leisure Services.
Graniteville
Sherri Saxon, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Greenville
Angelo Antonino, Associate of Science in Business; Donnie Blackwell, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Toni Brookshire, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Anjosia Brown, Master of Business Administration; Hannah-Sue Coleman, Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education; Alex Cowart, Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Leisure Services; Tiffany Dickerson, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Thomas Floyd, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Leslie Glover, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry; Darah Huffman, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Angel Muhammad, Master of Business Administration; Laurie Pinckney, Master of Business Administration; Kristy Ray, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; David Vickery, Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Greenwood
Tessa Blackburn, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Stephanie Massey, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Robert McClinton, Master of Ministry; David Myers, Master of Education.
Greer
Nate Crain, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Jonathan Duty, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Jessica Hutcheson, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Ben Steves, Master of Business Administration; Darin Thomas, Master of Business Administration; Effie Williams, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Hollywood
Crystal Brisbon, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Honea Path
Jonathan Martin, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Hopkins
Alethia Clifton, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Cynthia Harrelson, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Inman
Holly Pitts, Master of Business Administration.
Irmo
Geraldine Abraham, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Mildred Allen, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Kelly Boso, Master of Science in Management; Ross McCoon, Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science; Kimberly Morris, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Tamara Turner, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Janine White, Master of Science in Management.
Johns Island
Jewroshelwa O'Banner, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Johnston
Robert Williams, Master of Science in Management.
La France
Samantha McCraw, Bachelor of Arts in Music.
Ladson
Terry Dimiceli, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Terrica Johnson, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Tabatha Taylor, Bachelor of Science in Management; Hafeezah Yates, Bachelor of Science in Human Services.
Leesville
Brittany Shumpert, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Francine Tolen, Associate of Science in Business.
Lexington
Maria Dayton, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Christina Freeman, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; John Greco, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; LaBon Hardy, Associate of Arts in General Studies; Tonya Labrador, Master of Business Administration; Janet Smoak, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Liberty
Emily Cothran, Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education; Derrick Craft, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Terry Patterson, Bachelor of Science in Physical Education; Phillip Powell, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Tassie Prezzia, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Rachel Smith, Bachelor of Arts in Music; Sarah Smith, Bachelor of Arts in Music; Daniel Swords, Bachelor of Science Business Administration; Joseph Taylor, Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science; Erica Winkler, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership.
Lyman
Alicia Crutchlow, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Mauldin
Patrick Gue, Master of Ministry; Timia Hunter, Master of Business Administration; Jerry Samuel, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Moncks Corner
Leesa Daniels, Bachelor of Science in Management; Ariel Green, Associate of Science in Business; Chelle Holman, Master of Business Administration; Kenneth Lambeth, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Montmorenci
Erica Gordon, Bachelor of Science in Management.
Mount Pleasant
Jennifer Page, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
North Augusta
Andre Andrade, Master of Business Administration; Gaynell Bryant, Master of Business Administration; Dean Celestin, Master of Business Administration; Johnny Clark, Master of Business Administration; Katherine Crisp, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Chinkara Dooley, Associate of Arts in General Studies; Jacqleen Elliott, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Rose Gillens, Master of Science in Management; Danielle Hannah, Master of Business Administration; Carol Jones, Master of Science in Management; Loretta Lagrone-Taylor, Master of Science in Management.
North Charleston
Margaret Goode, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Fran Harris, Associate of Science in Business.
Okatie
Candace Graves, Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Orangeburg
Beverly Hawkins, Master of Science in Management.
Pelzer
RicaRose Conover, Master of Business Administration; Pam DeYoung, Associate of Science in Business; Jennifer McCurley, Bachelor of Science in Special Education.
Pendleton
Kristen Hughes, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Neva Knotts, Associate of Science in Business; Bradley Peay. Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Dystinie Russell, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Kathryn Schall, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice; Brandon Webb, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
Pickens
Matt Blackwell, Bachelor of Science in Pre Medicine/Dentistry; Patty Carr, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Bart Cone, Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science; Carlin Grant, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Wes Hendricks, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Margaret Holder, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Carrie Howard, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Brandon Looper, Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Leisure Services; Joseph Morgan, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Kendall Ray, Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Leisure Services; Katie Stillwell, Bachelor of Science in Social Science; Jennifer Trotter, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership.
Piedmont
Laura Young, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Rock Hill
Nikki Nelson, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Ruffin
Faith Lingard, Master of Business Administration.
Salem
Brittany Looney, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership.
Seneca
April Adams, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Hughton Bailey, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Jennifer Bond, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Matt Crowe, Bachelor of Science in Physical Education; Raphael Fernandes, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Matt Fields, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Stanford Glenn, Master of Ministry; Ekow Kwofie, Bachelor of Science in Management of Information Technology; Brad Liles, Bachelor of Science in Special Education; Brett Simmons, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Lynette Vargo, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Simpsonville
Patricia Cloninger, Bachelor of Arts in Religion; Amber Gilbert, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Christina Pearson, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Megan Phillips, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Kent Roper, Master of Business Administration; Leah Sullivan, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Crystal Symsick, Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science; Ryan Tolley, Master of Business Administration.
Six Mile
Randy Hammers, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Melissa Parker, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Spartanburg
Charlie Fine, Bachelor of Arts in Religion; Rochard Gibson, Bachelor of Science - Specialized Major: Exercise Science; Detra Olley, Master of Business Administration.
Summerville
James Morton, Bachelor of Science in Management; Erica Tadio, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Kathy Trill, Associate of Science in Business.
Tamassee
Katherine Allen, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Stephanie Brewer, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Mack Whitmire, Associate of Science in Business.
Taylors
Britni Key, Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education.
Townville
Melissa Dobbins, Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Leisure Services.
Travelers Rest
Leah Stafford, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Todd Stafford, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Trenton
Terrance Brightharp, Master of Business Administration.
Walhalla
Daniel Guinn, Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics; Lynn Honea, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Paige Lee, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Liza Smith, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Tish Winchester, Bachelor of Science in Biology; Laura Duncan, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Warrenville
Deborah Dixon, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Natalie Glover, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
West Columbia
Clark Frady, Master of Science in Management; Puree Rivers, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
West Union
Leigh Ann Thomas, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision.
Westminster
Stephanie Shepherd, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Amber Freeman, Master of Education in Administration and Supervision; Kayla Griffith, Bachelor of Science in Math Education; Chad James, Master of Education in Classroom Leadership; Nicole Marcengill, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Della Massey, Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Woodruff
Anita Harrington, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
In North Carolina
Brevard
Travis Hayes, Bachelor of Arts in Religion; Will Henderson, Bachelor of Arts Religion.
High Point
Shaina Bucholtz, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Bethany Burrow, Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Angela Renfroe, Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education.
Jamestown
Erin Wagner, Bachelor of Science in Human Services.
Kings Mountain
Ashley Witherspoon, Bachelor of Science - Specialized Major: Exercise Science.
Lowell
Addai Lazo, Bachelor of Arts in Religion.
Raleigh
Nate Miller, Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Leisure Services.
Thomasville
Zach Childress, Bachelor of Arts in Religion; Harmonee Klein, Bachelor of Science in Special Education.
Troy
Mark Atkins, Bachelor of Arts in Religion.
In Georgia
Augusta
Yvonne Booker, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Janie Dixon, Master of Business Administration; Lakisha Fuzz, Master of Business Administration; Cicely Harpe, Master of Science in Management; Quandra Jeter, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Glynis Key, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Vickie Palmer, Master of Business Administration; LaToya Riles, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Sherita Roundtree, Master of Business Administration; Stephen Smith, Master of Science in Management; Pamela Wheatley, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Bloomingdale
Casey Johnson, Bachelor of Science - Specialized Major: Exercise Science.
Columbus
Ciara Walker, Bachelor of Science in Social Science.
Grovetown
Karen Saltzman, Master of Science in Management; Nick Seigler, Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Harlem
Josh Robinson, Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Evans
Michael Jones, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Jackson Padgett, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Jason Pollock, Master of Business Administration; Michael Steinmeyer, Bachelor of Science in Business Management; Kim Whitfield, Master of Science in Management.
Hephzibah
Carl Eubanks, Master of Science in Management; Carina Swain, Master of Business Administration; Sheila Thomas, Associate of Science in Business; Shayla Walden, Master of Business Administration.
Jefferson
Nick Ladd, Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Leisure Services.
Louisville
Bettye Burton, Master of Business Administration.
Martinez
Kathryn Bongard, Master of Business Administration; Felicia Dixon, Master of Business Administration.
Powder Springs
Ashley Cooper, Bachelor of Arts in Media Communication.
Sugar Hill
Joey Stewart, Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies.
Suwanee
Ryan Propes, Bachelor of Science in Pre Medicine/Dentistry.
In Delaware
Harrington
Mark Tennefoss, Bachelor of Arts in Religion.
In Indiana
Fort Wayne
Joshua Hazeldine, Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies.
In Nevada
Las Vegas
Mary Kathryn Rash, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education.
In Virginia
Franklin
Jasmine Smith, Bachelor of Arts in Media Communication.
Newport News
Amanda Williams, Bachelor of Arts in Media Communication; Stephanie Williams, Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education.
Staunton
Anna Argot, Bachelor of Arts in English.
In Serbia
Zrenjanin
Nikola Lambic, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.
With regional education centers conveniently located across South Carolina, as well as fully online programs for select degrees, Southern Wesleyan University is a Christ-centered, student-focused learning community devoted to transforming lives by challenging students to be dedicated scholars and servant-leaders who impact the world for Christ.