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PARENT ’S GUIDE to
Greenville College
WE NEVER HAD TO WORRY ABOUT OUR CHILDREN’S SAFETY AT GC. The small college atmosphere was very reassuring to us. We also loved the small class sizes and the fact that our kids were more than just a number to professors. They developed friendships with many of their professors. We feel our kids could not have gotten a higher quality education than the ones they received at Greenville College.
RON AND LISA MENGHINI DENEE MENGHINI ’14 Communication & Religion [double major] Hillsboro, Illinois
TRANSITIONING TO GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY September 20, 2017 Greenville College will be celebrating
One of the
TOP 25 most beautiful Christian campuses according to Christian Universities Online
its new identity as Greenville University. The college is growing and our outreach is spreading. Greenville University will provide more graduate and
Ranked 21st
BEST ONLINE CHRISTIAN COLLEGE in theU.S. by Online Christian Colleges
undergraduate studies, international expansion, and continue our Christ-centered education.
Ranked
#33 in the Midwest by US News and World Report
FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS – FOR LIFE The average college student changes majors three times and the average graduate goes through six careers. That’s why it’s essential to distinguish between the colleges that will provide job preparation only and those that will provide career and life preparation. We teach transferable skills, such as writing, communication, teamwork, learning how to learn, critical thinking, and problem solving. These skills make our graduates extremely adaptable and effective in whatever they do.
ENVIRONMENT DOES MATTER Research shows that during college, students experience a significant “search for identity.” College years are critical in determining the value structure by which students will live as adults. These people who will have a direct influence upon your student – the people of Greenville – are honest, humble, compassionate, and courageous.
THE OFFICE OF CAREER SERVICES greenville.edu/career We believe what author Frederick Buechner says in his book Wishful Thinking: A Theological ABC, is right. “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” Through resources like job fairs, opportunities board, resume review, and interview preparation, we help students find careers that meet their calling.
96%
of alumni report full time employment within 9 months of graduation.
FOCUS ON STUDENT SUCCESS Our campus-wide focus on student success is backed up by:
• Approachable faculty • Strong academic advising • Student services for leadership training, career development, and academic success • Professional technology accessible to students like research equipment, recording studios and design software
COLLEGE SEARCH TIPS FOR PARENTS Have an open dialogue Communication between you and your student is key throughout the college search process. Encourage your student to explore a variety of colleges and share opinions openly and honestly. Stay organized Help your student plan ahead by knowing dates and deadlines for standardized tests, applications, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and scholarships. Work with your student to gather materials, take practice tests and file the appropriate paperwork on time. Encourage academic challenges Having a high GPA is great, but completing advanced coursework will ultimately help students be better prepared in college-level courses. Encourage your student to take AP classes when possible and to stay focused during his or her senior year.
Find the right fit Encourage your student to think about what he/she wants in a college – big or small, urban or rural, academic programs and overall experience. Plan a campus visit The best way to get the real campus experience is to visit. Plan to visit while students are on campus and classes are in session. If possible, take the opportunity to talk to professors and students about their experiences. Go to greenville.edu/visit for details about visiting Greenville College. Talk with parents of current college students Talking with friends who have been through the college search process can be extremely beneficial. They can share their experiences, tips they wish they knew earlier and questions to ask admissions and financial aid counselors.
Research careers While your student may not have chosen a career, an ongoing dialogue might help him or her narrow down the field. You can assist with researching careers and looking up major and minor requirements at different schools. Go to greenville.edu/academics to view Greenville College majors and minors. Explore leadership opportunities College admissions counselors love to see students become leaders. Encourage your student to get involved with a community or school-related program that interests him or her such as drama, the school newspaper, or philanthropic activities. Look beyond the rankings While rankings can be helpful at a glance, be sure to evaluate curriculum, diversity, educational opportunities, and other criteria that you and your student find important.
My parents were hesitant to send me so far away from home, but after visiting campus, we knew this was the place God had in mind for me. I’ve developed Godly and spiritually encouraging relationships that I know
A NEW RESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE A residence hall is more than just a place to sleep and study. It’s where your student will make lasting friendships, learn personal responsibility, and develop a better understanding of people who are different from them. It’s a place that will challenge them to grow spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually. Residence Life at Greenville College exists to build Christ-centered communities that foster the growth of the whole person and with 18 different places to stay on campus, and weekly bible studies on each floor, that purpose comes to life.
will last forever. I know I’m exactly where I need to be and my parents feel at peace about me being at Greenville.
ALI LUND
SAFETY Greenville provides a safe, small-town setting for students to learn and grow. To ensure your child feels safe and comfortable on campus, we utilize: • Electronic access systems for residence halls and academic buildings • Monitored video surveillance systems • Student patrols/safety escorts
’15 Music Major Parker, Colorado
More information about campus safety can be found at greenville.edu/safety
PANTHER PRIDE With a growing athletic program, Greenville College is winning not only on the court and field but in the classroom. With multiple varsity teams receiving recognition for high academic achievement, our athletes are working hard to better themselves on all levels. Producing five NCAA Division III champions and even more NCCAA National Champions, Greenville College is an unstoppable force.
VARSITY SPORTS MEN Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Soccer Tennis Track and Field Volleyball
WOMEN Basketball Cross Country Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field Volleyball
AFFILIATIONS: NCAA DIII NCCAA DI SLIAC UMAC MCVL
AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETION
AVOID STICKER SHOCK
PRIVATE 4 YEARS PUBLIC 5-6 YEARS
96% OF OUR STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID WE HAVE AN AVERAGE FINANCIAL AID PACKAGE OF $21,403
WE FOUND THAT, in every aspect, from campus life to spiritual priorities, to intentional investment in the students by faculty and staff, Greenville College was a safe place for Caleb to be challenged and encouraged to become all that he had potential to be and do.
DAVE AND SHELLY ROMOSER CALEB ROMOSER ’12 Spanish Education Edwardsville, Illinois
Our students are making a worldwide impact combining their passion with the skills and knowledge they learned at Greenville College. Jason Kozemczak ’07 Mathematics & Physics [double major] As an engineering manager at Twitter, Jason credits his time at Greenville College for learning how to “self-teach”. This independent learning skill has equipped Jason to learn from those around him, hone his craft and develop his passions. He uses this skill to learn how celebrities use Twitter to interact with fans and promote their projects. Erin Williams ’13 Communication Coming from a farming background, Erin wanted to work in agriculture. Inspired by courses she took
at Greenville College, she also wanted to work in communication. Today, as a marketing and communications specialist for CHS Inc., a Fortune 100 global agribusiness, Erin finds herself standing before high school audiences talking about landing her “dream” job. Seth England ’08 Music Business It didn’t take long for Seth to find success in Nashville’s music industry since moving there in 2008 to pursue his dream. Just six years after graduating from Greenville College with a degree in music business, Seth works as the creative director at Big Loud Shirt Industries, listed by Billboard Magazine among the nation’s top ten publishing companies. He also is a founding partner
of the Big Loud Mountain record label, which launched one of country music’s hottest bands, Florida Georgia Line. Jamie Harling ’13 Elementary Education & Spanish [double major] Jamie intended to teach abroad, but felt led to serve in her own community. As director of The Simple Room, a non-profit organization that provides Christ-centered social development to youth, Jamie found her perfect balance between education and ministry. She claims that Greenville College taught her how to educate children, but also to love ministry.
Read about these, and other stories, at greenville.edu/experiences.
STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES
GREENVILLE COLLEGE At-A-Glance
FOUNDED IN 1892 Greenville College was formed by the Free Methodist Church with the intent to provide a distinctive, Christcentered college education for men and women. The college’s first president, Wilson T. Hogue, used the motto “education for character” to describe the college’s purpose. Its mission 120 years later - empowering students for lives of character and service echoes that purpose. Greenville College is a fully accredited Christian college. For a full list of our accreditations, visit greenville.edu/accreditation 15:1 STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO 75% OF OUR PROFESSORS HAVE DOCTORAL OR TERMINAL DEGREES
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