North Greenville University

College of Science and Math

College of Business and Sport Professions

College of Christian Studies

College of Communication

Beginning August 2014, the Communication Department was converted to the College of Communication.

College of Education

College of Fine Arts

College of Humanities

College of Adult Professional Studies

Beginning July 2014, North Greenville University offers online degree programs through the College of Adult Professional Studies.

T. Walter Brashier Graduate School

The Graduate School is located in Greer, South Carolina. Most courses are offered through both online and physical classroom formats.

Graduate programs

Accreditation and affiliation

North Greenville University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools 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

NGU was founded in 1892 as a non-government school by private individuals and named North Greenville High School, the first high school in the northern portion of Greenville County. Land for the school was donated by Benjamin F. Neves. It was operated by the North Greenville Baptist Association, and was set up to expand educational offerings in the mountainous northern portion of Greenville County.

The school received a state charter in 1904. It was taken over by the Southern Baptist Convention's Home Mission Board a year later, and renamed North Greenville Baptist Academy in 1915. The North Greenville Baptist Association reassumed control of the school in 1929.

In 1934, the academy was expanded to include a junior college. In 1949, it was transferred to the South Carolina Baptist Convention, which renamed the school North Greenville Junior College a year later. In 1957, it was accredited as a two-year college, and high school courses were dropped altogether. It was renamed simply North Greenville College in 1972.

NGC began offering its first junior- and senior-level classes in 1992, in Christian studies and church music and added a teacher education program in 1997. NGU assumed university status in 2006 and began granting master's degrees as well.

Rankings and recognition

U.S. News & 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.

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.

Rules

North Greenville University's rules are listed in a document called the Enlightener. The Enlightener outlines the terms of the contract between the student and the institution.

Male Housing

Students also reside in houses in and around the campus.

Clubs and organizations

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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

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.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Leadership majors.

Under the direction of Mr. Phil McIntyre as of Fall of 2015. Mr. McIntyre is the former band director of Byrne's High School in Duncan, SC.

Athletics

NGU participates in many sports and is a member of the NCAA Division II and the NCCAA, the National Christian College Athletic Association. 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:

Athletic milestones

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.

North Greenville also made history in the 2011 season by reaching the Division II NCAA playoffs for the first time in school history, making it to the quarter-finals after losing to Delta State University.

The NGU Men's tennis team has won six consecutive NCCAA National Championships.

The NGU Baseball team won the NCCAA World Series in July 2010, defeating Bluefield College 7-6.

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-LP 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