http://www.greenville.edu/ News http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-announces-dates-for-presidential-inauguration-and-homecoming The inauguration ceremony of Greenville University’s 13th president, Suzanne Allison Davis, will take place October 29, 2021, during Homecoming weekend. Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:30:00 CDT 73f97c64-f0a6-4b28-893f-8bdbdce06f9b http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-adds-more-options-for-transfer-students Greenville University has added more options for transfer students, by signing articulation agreements with Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois, South Suburban College in South Holland, Illinois, and Harper College in Palatine, Illinois. Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:30:00 CDT 4e75c81f-99aa-41c0-a9f3-fab2d16af019 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-announces-plans-speaker-for-2021-commencement Greenville University is excited to welcome graduating students and their families to campus for a safe, in-person ceremony to celebrate the Class of 2021. Mon, 05 Apr 2021 16:30:00 CDT 9fbd8c6a-92dd-4183-88b5-ef5e71959624 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-moves-to-phase-green-zero-covid-19-cases Greenville University is excited to announce a move to “phase green,” in addition to the news that it has been almost one month since a positive COVID-19 test on campus. Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:00:00 CDT f534c2b0-edd5-4b0a-85ee-1304e4de5ec1 http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-to-permanently-continue-test-optional-policy-for-student-applications Greenville University has announced it will permanently continue the “test-optional” policy it instituted earlier to accommodate admissions and scholarship-award processes during the pandemic. Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:00:00 CDT 0ac859ff-8365-4ee3-855a-d0e96adabb8d http://www.greenville.edu/news/biggest-loser-finalist-returns-to-teach-at-her-alma-mater Greenville University has hired Sonya Jones, a first-place runner-up on the 16th season of the NBC TV show, The Biggest Loser. Jones will join the faculty as a professor of sport and kinesiology. This Biggest Loser alum is also a 1996 alum of GU. Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:00:00 CDT e578fec0-21c3-4556-a3ce-2b89860e3745 http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-welcomes-steve-tungate-to-the-communitycommunity A small reception was held to welcome Rev. Steve Tungate and his family to the GU community. Tungate, newly hired by the Free Methodist Church-USA, will work out of the SMART Center as director of the denomination’s Center for Pastoral Formation. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:00:00 CDT 9978c566-5b67-4b9a-97ae-f851363015c3 http://www.greenville.edu/news/eight-new-members-elected-to-greenville-university-alumni-board The Alumni Association’s Board of Directors provides expertise, advice, and support to the Office of Alumni & Church Relations and to the University at-large. Mon, 08 Mar 2021 16:30:00 CST 762c7044-4a80-4cfa-8554-fb180fb11f82 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-partners-with-st-john-s-college-of-nursing Greenville University and St. John’s College of Nursing are pleased to announce a partnership that will give students a four-year path to earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Thu, 04 Mar 2021 16:15:00 CST c2a2072a-8cc3-48d0-9c35-627c23b21178 http://www.greenville.edu/news/christian-century-features-wayman-article-as-cover-story An essay by Greenville University’s Ben Wayman ’00, professor of theology, appears as the cover story in the February 24, 2021 issue of The Christian Century. Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:45:00 CST c17bef8a-a4c9-489b-85f7-eede7e97e463 http://www.greenville.edu/news/why-gu-is-positive-about-its-positives Yes, Greenville University has positive COVID-19 cases. Yes, there have been increases in cases since the start of the semester. Here’s why we are still confident that GU is one of the safest places to be right now. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:30:00 CST e097a794-3d48-43f9-9f31-a6f25c760a68 http://www.greenville.edu/news/listen-dr-terrell-carter-talks-about-his-newest-book Dr. Terrell Carter talks about his newest book, “I’m Glad It’s Not Me: Rethinking Suffering and God's Fairness When Life Goes Wrong.” Tue, 23 Feb 2021 11:45:00 CST 0f9aa87d-f697-4d13-af13-8f90a088e3b5 http://www.greenville.edu/news/covid-19-update-spring-semester-and-vaccine-faqs As fears about COVID-19 continue to be prevalent, Greenville University has remained a safe constant for students, faculty and staff. Mon, 08 Feb 2021 09:30:00 CST bef161ae-a25d-4679-a536-ff6d86b5bd6c http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-welcomes-grow-pro-genetics-to-campus The new partnership will benefit biology students, put an underutilized facility on campus to work, and bring product development to Greenville. Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:15:00 CST 08825bdb-c0b6-46ad-b1d9-1dcb7044cc76 http://www.greenville.edu/news/financial-champions-at-the-chalkboard-and-behind-the-books Greenville University remembers four teachers, whose love for learning and love for GU students endured long after they stepped away from the classroom. The quartet’s combined giving spanned 120 years. Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:15:00 CST bfeeb5e4-e0bc-4e89-8c70-48f6d6d851c5 http://www.greenville.edu/news/prayer-partnerships-and-planning-during-a-pandemic Greenville University kept COVID-19 at bay and returned students to campus thanks to prayer, partnerships, and planning. Mon, 01 Feb 2021 16:30:00 CST d5b43895-f7d9-4f9b-95cc-697aec5b2c3c http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-continues-making-the-transfer-process-easier-for-students Just within the last six months, GU signed first-time articulation agreements with Elgin Community College, St. Louis Community College, and Triton College and added to existing agreements with Kaskaskia College, Lake Land College, Lewis & Clark College, and Richland College. Fri, 29 Jan 2021 12:15:00 CST 53f6a167-8b52-4af6-a852-8adb595823cd http://www.greenville.edu/news/fall-2020-dean-s-list Mon, 25 Jan 2021 15:30:00 CST 45490e77-40b0-494c-8447-4303b46c1a36 http://www.greenville.edu/news/suzanne-davis-officially-named-13th-president-of-greenville-university The Greenville University Board of Trustees unanimously elected Dr. Suzanne Allison Davis ’00 as the University’s 13th president and first woman president. Thu, 21 Jan 2021 11:45:00 CST 209ee5a3-c278-443c-b09d-29840e892779 http://www.greenville.edu/news/love-the-impossibly-lovable Anger over politics and divisive issues may drive us to choose sides and declare enemies, but a new article by Ben Wayman in Illustrated Bible Life, explains the insight we miss in the process. Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:15:00 CST 747f6fbf-88b9-448d-8405-e420a4a5868c http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-purchases-nashville-music-center Greenville University is making an exciting investment in the future of the entertainment industry. Thu, 14 Jan 2021 09:15:00 CST d930657b-3398-47a0-b249-b158813043c4 http://www.greenville.edu/news/director-named-for-the-center-for-pastoral-formation After an extensive search and months of interviews, bishops of the Free Methodist Church USA (FMC-USA) have selected Rev. Dr. Steve Tungate to serve as director of the newly formed Center for Pastoral Formation in Greenville, Illinois. Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:00:00 CST 8735e8dd-817d-4685-92b7-b5c8438ec0c1 http://www.greenville.edu/news/new-record-examines-hands-on-learning-powered-by-donor-generosity Creating order out of chaos, managing crises against the clock, choosing words that diffuse anger—student interns have no shortage of tales to tell about the challenges they faced as budding professionals in the workplace. The winter 2021 issue of The RECORD, just out, draws you into their discoveries. Thu, 07 Jan 2021 10:45:00 CST deaf2740-cddb-4288-a567-3f9d2c77eee3 http://www.greenville.edu/news/the-record-winter-2021-i-do-i-learn I DO, I LEARN Internships, Practicums, and Experience First Thu, 07 Jan 2021 10:15:00 CST f987058e-9c84-4474-955b-7934367a1637 http://www.greenville.edu/news/update-on-spring-break Greenville University is making changes to Spring Break 2021 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 15:30:00 CST 760e3608-fa46-4a06-beba-3a4e0a8ef6b6 http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-s-hallmark-personalized-approach-wins-again A great internship can go a long way in terms of lasting impact and deep learning. GU's Lei Wu embraced one such opportunity within walking distance of campus in the SMART Center on Greenville's square. Wed, 16 Dec 2020 16:00:00 CST 902ca738-9c64-4af2-b074-9703170b5a67 http://www.greenville.edu/news/knowledge-is-power-why-greenville-university-returned-students-to-campus-after-thanksgiving How could a university risk such a radical, bold move as to return students to campus after Thanksgiving break? Knowledge. That’s how. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 14:45:00 CST f9e2bc64-abe0-47f4-ad8f-105ed6daf58e http://www.greenville.edu/news/generosity-proved-a-way-of-life-for-five-gu-financial-champions Five life-long champions of GU students passed in recent months, all alumni from the 1940s and 50s. Combined, they gave more than $4 million dollars to empower students at their alma mater and ensure that generations of students embrace GU’s hallmark Christ-centered learning. Mon, 07 Dec 2020 14:30:00 CST 1da979fd-13e8-4949-9bcf-5ddb2f7e0158 http://www.greenville.edu/news/the-show-must-go-on-online COVID-19 could not stop the majesty of Handel’s Messiah and the well-honored tradition of its December performance. Mon, 30 Nov 2020 11:45:00 CST a584d6f1-7498-4c2b-8eb7-18c818d91118 http://www.greenville.edu/news/thanksgiving-2020-update As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, we are grateful to God for all that we have accomplished with His help, creating a safe environment for students, faculty, and staff to learn and connect this semester. Students are meeting face-to-face in classrooms and labs due to the saliva-based testing program and high compliance of our GU community to safety protocols. Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:15:00 CST ea328e2f-363f-4090-aed4-a36478b0c407 http://www.greenville.edu/news/scholarship-day-brings-prospective-students-to-campus-and-an-alum-who-shares-her-gu-story “You can tell a lot about what an institution or university values by what they scholarship.” Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:00:00 CST 1b1099c9-4eab-4dec-9970-07e1c74a2cc9 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-partners-with-the-free-methodist-church-usa-and-donor-family-for-a-high-impact-initiative Greenville University is strengthening its roots by partnering with the Free Methodist Church USA (FMC-USA) through a donor-funded initiative aimed at equipping current and future generations of pastors. Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:45:00 CST a7bf434f-9563-4df6-ad19-d8ea817becb2 http://www.greenville.edu/news/cares-act-reporting-update-institutional-portion-september-30-2020 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 15:15:00 CDT f17331eb-b46d-4c9e-8911-0309b375659b http://www.greenville.edu/news/mary-ashlyn-paisley-24 I choose GU, where my heart for service finds encouragement and room to grow. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 17:45:00 CDT e781f2de-0592-4f55-960c-2be685f7ad65 http://www.greenville.edu/news/moriah-summers-23 I choose GU, where people understand and appreciate "calling" and "worship." Tue, 27 Oct 2020 17:30:00 CDT 15d557ef-a34b-44ce-9f64-731217778127 http://www.greenville.edu/news/peyton-bates-24 I choose GU, where even my coaches care about my interests and personal well-being. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 17:00:00 CDT bff8452a-8e92-44bf-b9c7-304d500d0f95 http://www.greenville.edu/news/grace-carrington-24 I choose GU, where my determination to overcome challenges matters. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:45:00 CDT e1c56d7f-b14f-4a33-a39b-e21baec6ec83 http://www.greenville.edu/news/mariah-harned-23 I choose GU, where faith and studies go hand-in-hand. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:45:00 CDT a55f5211-7055-40fa-9189-6fd80046a469 http://www.greenville.edu/news/benn-jane-23 I choose GU, where I can count on outstanding preparation in criminal justice plus Panther soccer. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:45:00 CDT f3f0cb5f-419d-4b1e-8d13-269002fc2d22 http://www.greenville.edu/news/christianity-today-publishes-wayman-interview-with-theologian-justo-gonz-lez A shared meal and cups of coffee set a welcoming stage for conversation about theological education between GU Professor of Theology Ben Wayman and church historian Justo González. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:15:00 CDT 8ad58f7f-b2fe-403d-852a-5c65a97f4ab1 http://www.greenville.edu/news/when-friends-don-t-share-politics-timely-discussion-nov-2 Facebook fights and Twitter tirades have brutalized friendships this election season, but do they have to? A panel discussion on friendship and politics, courtesy of the Greenville Community Reconciliation Task Force, addresses the issue. A Q & A time will follow. The public is welcome to attend free of charge. Thu, 22 Oct 2020 08:00:00 CDT a8d2695b-3106-49f5-914e-ef118041db34 http://www.greenville.edu/news/cares-act-120-day-report Since the impact of COVID-19, the leadership team at Greenville University has been working on a financial assistance plan for all traditional students. The Department of Education (DOE) provided emergency relief funds to cover eligible expenses to students who have been negatively affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Sat, 10 Oct 2020 10:30:00 CDT dc54afbb-f856-4ea3-90e8-3a24c737aba5 http://www.greenville.edu/news/career-networking-for-beginners-and-more-introducing-community-circles Alumni have teamed up to guide students down the path that links college experiences to career and calling. Whether you're a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional with expertise to share, you'll want to learn about GU's Community Circles. Tue, 06 Oct 2020 10:45:00 CDT e23a54e1-c7d2-4c15-8d5c-c227338dbf93 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-announces-its-2020-alumni-awardees Meet this year's notable awardees: author, lecturer and scholar U. Milo Kaufmann, music industry trailblazers Paul and Courtney Klimson, and longtime friends of the University Dennis and Deborah Fenton. Tue, 06 Oct 2020 08:00:00 CDT fe8a97d1-e465-4509-9dd1-1b4b308f2ecb http://www.greenville.edu/news/sunderland-serves-as-panel-expert-on-artist-job-market-trends GU’s Paul Sunderland, professor of worship arts, responded to the call when career resource experts at Zippia.com sought insights on the job market for aspiring artists. They wanted to know how young graduates should prepare for the industry in today’s uncertain economic climate. Mon, 05 Oct 2020 09:00:00 CDT d1d76999-5836-47b8-b772-a99388d82a03 http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-s-covid-success-garners-media-attention KTRS 550 “The Talk of St. Louis” recently welcomed Greenville University President Suzanne Davis to talk about GU “crushing” COVID-19 on campus. Mon, 05 Oct 2020 08:00:00 CDT 23de9864-6792-457f-9c57-f29488119d43 http://www.greenville.edu/news/the-surprising-places-our-wonder-leads-new-record-explores-curiosity Scientists say curiosity is like a mental itch that the "scratch" of discovery satisfies. The fall issue of The RECORD, titled "Just Curious," addresses the wonder of wonder experienced by alumni and students. Thu, 01 Oct 2020 09:30:00 CDT 21b43a92-a019-4e4b-9a66-7aafb1cf0a2b http://www.greenville.edu/news/the-record-fall-2020-just-curious Wed, 30 Sep 2020 10:00:00 CDT ba1dcd45-0e35-4603-922a-fbdf52394716 http://www.greenville.edu/news/week-of-campus-activities-cultivates-mental-health-awareness Greenville University is pleased to announce its first Mental Health Awareness Week, October 5-10, 2020. Wed, 30 Sep 2020 08:15:00 CDT da437dab-984c-486c-bfe3-3831f16233a5 http://www.greenville.edu/news/alumna-facilitates-discussion-between-prominent-theologians GU alumna Maureen Knudsen Langdoc ’02 recently facilitated a series of conversations between leading theologians Samuel Wells and Stanley Hauerwas, the basis for a new book that addresses Christian life in the twenty-first century. Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:15:00 CDT 67060aeb-0529-4594-923c-b03bfc7651be http://www.greenville.edu/news/heart-to-heart-alum-s-transplant-during-pandemic-reveals-health-care-challenges "Active" has always defined Toye Watts '01, but not last spring. As the nation plunged into pandemic, Watts experienced uncharacteristic fatigue that revealed a need for urgent heart surgery without the support of family nearby. Wed, 23 Sep 2020 08:45:00 CDT 75fd26e4-029a-4e22-be46-571714b59e35 http://www.greenville.edu/news/strong-start-in-first-month-of-covid-19-shield-testing-at-greenville-university Greenville University reports a strong start to its rigorous testing procedures that screen students and staff frequently for COVID-19. University administrators hope campus-wide compliance will preserve face-to-face learning through the fall semester. In the early weeks of the school year, testing led to rapid isolation of infected individuals and mitigated spread of the virus. Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:45:00 CDT 57667715-403c-4700-9bc0-036da559636f http://www.greenville.edu/news/covid-19-restrictions-present-students-with-new-research-opportunities COVID-19 restrictions may have closed some doors for students planning to participate in GU’s 2020 Summer Research Experience, but they opened others. GU's ongoing water testing research now offers expanded opportunities for student researchers. Mon, 21 Sep 2020 15:00:00 CDT b0c425f1-6b20-4f92-a6f9-62ae89d22a35 http://www.greenville.edu/news/alumnus-haseltine-lends-creativity-to-tv-show-the-chosen Dan Haseltine, founding member of the band Jars of Clay and GU's 2017 Commencement speaker collaborated with Matthew S. Nelson to compose and perform music for The Chosen, the first multi-season TV show about the life of Jesus Christ. Thu, 17 Sep 2020 17:15:00 CDT fff74fd6-ca04-4830-996b-8e8f736acd72 http://www.greenville.edu/news/profound-influence-gu-and-gu-alums-aid-in-release-of-favored-professors-lectures Alums who look back on Stanley Walters' classes recall the good professor's influence as life-changing--so profound, in fact, that several put his lectures into print so that a new generation of truth-seekers can benefit from them too. Thu, 17 Sep 2020 17:00:00 CDT c87aeca3-41a0-403a-8cc7-175e65481e00 http://www.greenville.edu/news/2019-2020-commencement-update We have been meeting regularly to assess the COVID19 situation to determine how best to host an in-person graduation ceremony in October. This week, we have had to make the hard decision to forego an in-person celebration. Combined with rising COVID19 numbers in Illinois and a pending flu season, it will be difficult for us to safely and responsibly host events with anyone outside of the immediate on-campus GU community. We have therefore made arrangements to offer an alternative online ceremony which I will outline below. Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:45:00 CDT 89cb4238-a434-4e2a-bbd5-2f014be38b9b http://www.greenville.edu/news/selecting-multicultural-kids-books-tips-from-gu-s-resident-expert Great multicultural children’s books can dispel stereotypes, open up new worlds, and teach respect. Award-winning author GU Professor Alexandria LaFaye helps parents know if a book touted as a multicultural gem measures up. Tue, 01 Sep 2020 09:30:00 CDT d333ae20-7e6f-4498-b2cb-c912e6627eb7 http://www.greenville.edu/news/navigating-a-strange-landscape-christianity-today-publishes-wayman-interview-with-former-archbishop-of-canterbury Delivering Christian education today means traversing a strange land, says the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams. His recent conversation with GU Professor Ben Wayman flowed from Wayman's quest to discover how a Christian University might best partner with the church in the 21st century. Wed, 26 Aug 2020 08:00:00 CDT 214b752a-649a-40b9-8e73-3f158d4e1e6e http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-partners-with-u-of-i-shield-program-to-offer-fast-painless-covid-19-testing-for-students-staff Greenville University announces a research partnership with the University of Illinois to evaluate a program designed to mitigate the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that cause COVID-19. Thu, 13 Aug 2020 07:00:00 CDT b04aa44c-8511-49a2-816f-4c4ab30731a5 http://www.greenville.edu/news/update-7-29-2020 We learned today that one of our employees has tested positive for COVID-19. We care deeply about every one of our employees and immediately provided responsive support. We immediately began implementing our response and communication plan that has been established with local health officials and the Bond County Health Department. Wed, 29 Jul 2020 15:00:00 CDT 731a7a34-57d6-4135-a121-25efd3359484 http://www.greenville.edu/news/loving-two-languages-schmidt-gomez-98-brings-dual-language-learning-to-middle-school Her passion for the Spanish language drew her into the classroom and motivated her to trailblaze a dual-language program at the middle school level in her district. Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:15:00 CDT 4f8f9085-ef0e-436f-9176-85764e7a19e0 http://www.greenville.edu/news/update-7-24-2020 CARES Act 45 Day Report Fri, 24 Jul 2020 10:00:00 CDT 3bb4703d-d085-4698-b01f-dc90bf27e126 http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-podcast-helps-students-through-the-college-shopping-process A new podcast hosted by GU admissions counselors aims to support students and their families throughout the college shopping and admissions process. Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:45:00 CDT 7c36b003-45e6-4b52-b526-f21e283c840d http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-announces-scholarship-opportunities-for-fall-2021 Greenville University has announced exciting scholarship opportunities for fall 2021, including scholarships for students who demonstrate leadership in key areas. Fri, 10 Jul 2020 09:00:00 CDT 60e6a0f1-2788-4817-ad26-0a8b4d58acde http://www.greenville.edu/news/summer-record-explores-how-students-and-grads-apply-the-liberal-arts Every day GU students and alumni use their liberal arts training to solve problems, create beauty, deliver the gospel, and more. Explore their stories in this issue of The RECORD. Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:00:00 CDT 3c2862c9-6e78-4933-9db4-386a866a54e0 http://www.greenville.edu/news/jack-d-trager-golf-scramble-coming-july-31 Greenville University’s fifth Annual Jack D. Trager Memorial Panther Pride Golf Scramble will be held Friday, July 31. Wed, 01 Jul 2020 06:00:00 CDT 24f83402-f352-4d82-9b72-68fa333abd04 http://www.greenville.edu/news/the-record-summer-2020-liberal-arts-applied Tue, 30 Jun 2020 16:15:00 CDT 48540a8e-05c7-4406-be69-bd7bf9b2ab38 http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-trustee-emeritus-david-fisher-passes Colleagues remember him as a thoughtful communicator with deep understanding and appreciation for how state laws apply to the work of a board or committee. Mon, 22 Jun 2020 17:00:00 CDT 28f76bae-8ec9-4cff-82a3-224531fac034 http://www.greenville.edu/news/update-6-12-2020 Update from Ross Baker, Dean of Students. Fri, 12 Jun 2020 09:00:00 CDT 7f9bf59e-bed3-422e-9ff6-ccadbe8d526f http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-emeritus-trustee-donald-joy-1928-2020-a-life-well-lived Greenville University Trustee Emeritus Donald Joy ’49, age 91, of Wilmore, Kentucky, passed away June 6, 2020. He served on GU’s Board of Trustees from 1967 to 1996. Thu, 11 Jun 2020 17:00:00 CDT 6b7d6631-cd58-418e-b432-04934a787ed1 http://www.greenville.edu/news/task-force-prepares-gu-to-safely-host-students-this-fall In the next two months before students return, a special task force will explore how to maintain effective social distancing and hygiene across campus. Mon, 08 Jun 2020 12:45:00 CDT b343db89-690f-409f-9e17-3f4d31a7f0ae http://www.greenville.edu/news/students-flex-their-event-planning-muscles-with-a-little-golf-on-the-side See what happens when students take on an assignment that demands imagination, planning, critique, implementation, and rapid problem solving with the results wide open for public scrutiny. Introducing "Artist and Event Management." Thu, 04 Jun 2020 10:00:00 CDT 201c5456-3111-4616-b32f-3153095f3a27 http://www.greenville.edu/news/pedro-valentin-joins-national-conversation-about-diversity-in-christian-higher-ed GU’s Dean of Diversity and Inclusion Pedro Valentin will serve over the next two years on the Commission for Diversity and Inclusion of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). Wed, 03 Jun 2020 13:30:00 CDT a350659e-0c6e-4266-919c-30cc5e481cbb http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-plans-for-on-campus-classes-fall-2020 Greenville University announced this week that it plans to open campus for in-person classes in the fall. Thu, 28 May 2020 12:00:00 CDT 400a02f4-8ee1-4cdf-bffa-2e65316ba80c http://www.greenville.edu/news/commencement-2020-honorees-recognized-remotely Former President Ivan Filby and Vice President for Academic Affairs Brian Hartley surprised three outstanding members of GU's community with news via Zoom. Thu, 28 May 2020 11:00:00 CDT caa17e6c-8c78-496a-9927-844782641f6d http://www.greenville.edu/news/fall-semester-announcement An announcement from President Suzanne Davis about Fall Semester. Tue, 26 May 2020 15:15:00 CDT 49f28496-c9fa-4a0e-97ae-9ea3135af2c7 http://www.greenville.edu/news/cares-act-reporting-update Since the impact of COVID-19, the leadership team at Greenville University has been working on a financial assistance plan for all traditional students. The Department of Education (DOE) provided emergency relief funds to cover eligible expenses to students who have been negatively affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Wed, 20 May 2020 17:15:00 CDT 2a29eb52-701b-47a0-9520-1ef247510b46 http://www.greenville.edu/news/update-5-5-2020 Update from Dr. Brian Hartley regarding Commencement. Wed, 20 May 2020 09:00:00 CDT 389787aa-df77-4847-88d7-27267416350f http://www.greenville.edu/news/graduates-from-these-two-gu-programs-regularly-find-jobs-in-their-fields Last year, nearly 100% of GU's graduates majoring in worship arts and/or music industry studies secured full time jobs in their fields following graduation. Professor Paul Sunderland explains why. Tue, 19 May 2020 14:00:00 CDT 6000e917-4fc8-4867-8b9c-5a5e0bd98ebc http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu GU recently completed installation of a solar panel system that will generation 75% of campus power needs with no up-front costs. Mon, 18 May 2020 10:45:00 CDT 03e588e0-0634-4b43-8f92-de1c39edc0a0 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-adopts-test-optional-policy-for-2021-22-student-applications Greenville University announced last week that it will be “test optional” for the submittal of ACT/SAT scores when applying for acceptance to the University. Fri, 15 May 2020 08:30:00 CDT 52be1cd2-e0b2-4ea8-84dc-040c4ec988ab http://www.greenville.edu/news/gu-reschedules-commencement-2020-for-homecoming With Commencement 2020 rescheduled for Homecoming weekend, the Class of 2020 looks forward to a double celebration. Thu, 14 May 2020 10:30:00 CDT 31ddfc6a-f8a7-4941-9b3b-b1d8f8df5a98 http://www.greenville.edu/news/welcome-suzanne-davis-gu-acting-president Suzanne Davis brings a wealth of experience in higher education administration, and a deep love for GU, to her role as acting president. Wed, 13 May 2020 10:30:00 CDT 8f1180dd-a980-447e-8cc8-3b95920815f8 http://www.greenville.edu/news/fishing-by-number-hooked-on-competitive-bass-fishing “People think we set up lawn chairs on the bank and fish with bobbers,” laughs Shane Campbell, GU's assistant bass fishing coach for the last two years. He quickly sets the record straight that strategy before and during an event comprises 90% of the sport. At GU, character development and community also figure into the formula for success. Thu, 07 May 2020 09:00:00 CDT 0b022a1e-1c26-4fbd-b6af-0373075db5ca http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university The Board of Trustees for Greenville University convened Sunday, April 26 and accepted the resignation of Ivan Filby, who has served the institution as President since 2013. Fri, 01 May 2020 00:15:00 CDT a67ce02d-ba16-4d35-a969-d46bc453d745 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-to-open-new-health-clinic-for-students GU will offer on-campus healthcare for students four days a week in a new medical clinic staffed by an HSHS Medical Group nurse practitioner, beginning this fall. Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:45:00 CDT 83a99360-a342-4d4a-a177-c630296b1cb6 http://www.greenville.edu/news/greenville-university-business-programs-earn-iacbe-accreditation The International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) recently granted accreditation to the business and management programs of Greenville University’s Briner School of Business. Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:45:00 CDT 159914ac-547e-4b30-99b7-ef4902f6eb57 http://www.greenville.edu/news/update-4-27-2020 COVID-19 Spring 2020 Grading Policy Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:15:00 CDT 27af5a27-ef3a-4689-86d5-c99a8edbf766 http://www.greenville.edu/news/update-4-24-2020 We learned yesterday from the Illinois Governor’s daily update that we have permission to allow students to begin to return to campus to pick up your belongings. We have been working with local health officials to develop a safe process and are in the final stage of planning. Fri, 24 Apr 2020 12:30:00 CDT dae0d314-0dd5-48f2-be48-994a9766a6f8 http://www.greenville.edu/news/fun-games-and-gu-influence-at-the-hungry-hippo Dice clatter; spinners whirr; cards from draw piles elicit groans and cheers. Welcome to a night of games at the Hungry Hippo Board Game Café. Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:15:00 CDT fbc532c5-031f-4796-abba-8d5db3ab83ba