The Bell '14 - 15: Vol.1

Preside nt’s

Annual

Giving

Report

‘14 - ’15

VOL.1

a publication of

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F O R WA R D

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OUR HERITAGE: A visual representation of

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TRUE STEWARDSHIP: A letter of gratitude

the history and landmarks of our campus.

to our Student Wellness Center partners from the Director of Financial Advancement.

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CLEARING THE PATH: Construction of the George Blaurock Student Wellness Center has begun! Get an exclusive look at the fruits of this massive capital campaign.

S T U D E N T

L I F E

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS: A quick glimpse into the lives and ministries of two students and one alumnus who plan to turn the world upside down with the Gospel.

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MISSIONS MINDSET: Whether across the globe or in the local community, TruettMcConnell students are finding new ways to deliver an ancient Truth.

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ACADEMIC GROWTH: Get upfront and personal as you take an inside look at the exciting growth of our academic programs.

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AT A GLANCE: Check out this visual overview of the college to see how we’re growing.

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ON THE COVER: TMC students celebrate their induction as alumni in front of one of the school’s historical landmarks, the Bell.

“ W H AT

MAKES

MCCONNELL

T R U E T TCOLLEGE

SPECIAL

IS

NOT

SOMETHING

NEW;

IT’S

SOMETHING OLDER

THAN

BEAUTIFUL IS

THE

MUCH OUR

CAMPUS.

SIMPLE

IT

GOSPEL

O F J E S U S C H R I S T. ”

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R A D I C A L

T R A N S F O R M AT I O N

Most people travel to the North Georgia mountains for her beauty and tranquility, to find a place of respite from their everyday lives. The natural beauty of God’s created order is on full display through its diverse wildlife and rugged topography, through its mountains and waterfalls.

In the midst of this serenity is the campus of Truett-McConnell College, a 240-acre campus that has been a home away from home for thousands of alumni. Yet for most of the College’s nearly seventy-year history, the campus was perceived as the secret of the mountains, a Christian community of unknown to most of the outside world.

Today, this reality is changing as quickly as the landscape of the campus. What was once a small, two-year college with a few hundred students has been transformed into a college with more than 1,600 students that now offers four-year degrees in business, Christian Studies, education, English, history, music, nursing, psychology, biology, and world missions. Indeed, the College now offers a Master of Arts in Theology degree with classes both on the main campus as well as in Alpharetta.

The unrequited calm on campus is now replaced with the sounds of construction, complete with the repeated beeping of heavy equipment to the echoing sounds of hammering on walls. These are welcome sounds as they convey the message that more students are coming to the mountains for a very special and eternal reason – to hear the voice of God challenge a new generation to be His witnesses in a troubled time.

With the construction of a 70,000 square foot Student Wellness Center and the planning of a new academic building, you can imagine how thrilling it is to be on campus. But these are just buildings made of brick and mortar. They are not the future; they house the future as students flood the hallways and classrooms.

Ultimately, the most exciting sounds on campus are not the reverberations coming from the erection of new buildings; the most exciting sounds come in our weekly chapels when students bow their knees and surrender their life to Christ. Or when a student hears the voice of God calling them into missions or nursing or education or ministry.

“...TO HEAR THE VOICE OF GOD CHALLENGE A NEW GENERATION TO BE HIS WITNESSES IN A TROUBLED TIME.” What makes Truett-McConnell College special is not something new; it’s something much older than our beautiful campus. It is the simple Gospel of Jesus Christ. Thank you for investing in the next generation to raise up a new generation that we pray may see an old-fashioned Great Awakening. It is our greatest hope – the radical transformation of the soul. Truth is Immortal.

Dr. Emir Caner, President

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Jenny Gregory/Lead Editor

Director of Marketing & Communications

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At Truett-McConnell, we are blessed with a rich heritage of those who have sought the Lord wholeheartedly. One of the deep-rooted traditions of the school is the Bell, a monument which stands at the center of campus. The ringing of the Bell can be heard all over campus and for years, students would sound a call when something significant happened. As the ringing of the Bell signifies something meaningful, we invite you to read through the first volume of the Bell, formerly known as the President’s Annual Giving Report, and see for yourself all that God is doing on our campus.

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S T U D E N T

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SPIRITUAL LIFE Spiritual

life

creates an opportunity for students to develop at

Truett-McConnell

is

experienced in a variety of areas including

meaningful relationships and have fun in the process!

Chapel, Bible Studies, and student-led events.

Chapel is the foundation of spiritual growth on

To

kick

off

the

fall

semester,

Student

campus. Powerful praise and worship meets

Development led a trip to Disney’s Night of

with biblical teaching to create an atmosphere

Joy where over 40 students including a record

for lives to be transformed for Christ. During

number of freshmen, enjoyed their favorite

the Sept. 2014 Spiritual Emphasis Week,

Christian music artists perform while having a

God moved in miraculous ways. More than

blast at the Magic Kingdom.

100 students came forward to accept Christ, re-dedicate their lives to Him, or announce a

In October, students, faculty and staff hosted

call to ministry.

over 2,000 members of the local community during the annual Treats @ Truett fall festival.

An event for all ages, the evening included a

Last year, over 20 Resident Assistants and Christian Life Coordinators hosted 16 different bible studies across all residence halls during

petting zoo, obstacle course, face painting, hay rides, and a Christian illusionist with a Gospel presentation.

both fall and spring semesters. These small discipleship groups provide students with the opportunity to grow in their walk with Christ while forming close-knit, godly communities.

Students could also attend a number of adult-led bible studies including one led by President Emir Caner’s wife, Hana.

The TMC Singing Competition is an annual favorite as students showcase their musical talent in front of a panel of judges in an exciting American Idol-style competition.

Standing room only, the Sewell-Plunkett Chapel was packed with students, faculty, and staff to watch performers pull out all the stops

Students also take initiative to enhance the spiritual atmosphere at Truett-McConnell.

This year, events like “Worship @ the Cross”

in a tight race for the winning title. Students performed songs of every genre in fresh and original ways.

and “Cover Truett” monthly arrayed the campus with student-led worship, prayer and

First place winner, Caspian Bowers remarked, “Everyone performed to their best and I

fellowship.

was proud to be with such great people and musicians…I love singing for Christ above STUDENT ACTIVITIES

anything else. I would really like to become a

With a diverse range of student activities

Christian artist someday and also lead worship

at

and teach guitar.”

Truett-McConnell,

there’s

something

for everyone. From open-mic nights to homecoming

bonfires,

each

experience

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MOVING FORWARD As

of

Athletic

October

2014,

Department

Truett-McConnell’s completed

phase

baseball, and golf teams, housing batting cages,

pitching

mounds,

and

two

golf

two of the Moving Forward Campaign, the

hitting bays, complete with a computerized

department’s

swing-analysis system and a golf course

which

first-ever

included

an

capital

on-campus

campaign softball

simulator.

“This

has

been

an

amazing

complex, a new soccer lacrosse field, a new

addition to our golf program,” said Steve

intramural field, an indoor practice facility for

Patton, TMC’s Head Golf Coach and Assistant

baseball, softball and golf and other facility

Athletic Director for External Affairs. “To have

renovations.

the ability to come down here in inclement weather and in-between classes is amazing.

“With our facilities, we did an analysis of what needed the most work and we’ve

I’ve already seen a tremendous difference in the short game of our players.”

been chipping away at a lot of little projects constantly,” said Truett-McConnell’s Director

The on-campus softball field was another

of Athletics, Dr. Stacy Hall. “But last year

big success. The first of its kind for TMC,

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excitement and pride has permeated players, coaches, and campus alike. “It’s really helped with our practices being more efficient,” said Jenni Shepard, TMC’s Head Softball Coach and Assistant Athletic Director for Internal Affairs. “I think the biggest thing is that our

Cumulative Student-Athlete GPA

girls are so proud of it. When you have a sense of pride in something, you want to take

we launched our first-ever major capital

care of it and it carries over into everything

campaign. Within a little over a year, we

you do.”

were able to raise enough money to begin construction on four brand new athletic facilities which have since been completed.”

“We’ve got some very nice facilities that not only compete with competitors in our conference, but I would say set the bar,” Hall said.

“They’re proud of their field and the facility but they’re also proud of their team,” she added.

“We’ve never had a home field advantage before and it’s a lot easier to create a good fan base with faculty, staff, and students.”

To share the Gospel

New facilities The 50’ by 80’ indoor hitting facility was tailored to meet the needs of the softball,

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While updated facilities increase the pride of the school as a whole, Hall cited the new

facilities as “a part of a much bigger plan

persue a relationship with Christ and grow in

which ultimately has everything to do about

your walk with Him and win championships,

sharing the Gospel with others.”

then Truett-McConnell is the place of you.”

Upon Hall’s entrance into the program, he strategically

developed

a plan to restructure and reshape “We

the

have

department: a

passionate

pursuit for Christ at this school,” Hall said. “There are a lot of schools that a

Excitement for the future While athletics continue to grow at TMC, Hall

“...ultimately has everything to do about sharing the Gospel with others.”

student athlete can go and what student athletes are interested in, that’s fine. But that’s not why you come to TruettMcConnell College.”

the department is committed to winning championships in four phases: discipleship, academics, community service, and athletic performance. He emphasized the importance the

athletic department: “These are exciting times for TruettMcConnell.

The

school

is

growing in terms of students, facilities,

and

faculty

and

importantly in its commitment to sharing the Gospel. Our athletic department is coming off a record year athletically. Our studentathletes have also served over 7,300 hours of

Sharing his philosophy, Hall explained how

ensuring

direction of the school and the

degree programs, but most

play sports and if that’s

of

voiced excitement for both the

athletic

department’s

philosophy and direction line up with the mission of the college which is to equip students to fulfill the Great Commission.

7,300+ Hours of Community Service

community service and earned a cumulative GPA of 3.25. God is doing amazing things here.”

1 5 21 AAC Player of the Week nominations

N A I A S c h o l a r Athletes

The third and final phase of the Moving Forward Campaign will include a new baseball and softball clubhouse with coaches’ offices, locker rooms, an athletic training room, and storage. The current parking lot will also be

“We believe a winning mindset permeates everything you do,” Hall said. “So, if all you want to do is participate in sports or win in

expanded and re-paved. Fundraising for this phase is currently underway. For more info, visit tmcbears.com.

sports, Truett-McConnell College is not the place for you. But if you want to passionately

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BEARS BRING IN GAMECHANGER A recent addition to the TMC Bears coaching staff, Chad Hibdon was named 2015 Girls’ Basketball Coach of the Year by the National High School Coaches Association (NHSCA).

From Murfreesboro, Tenn., Hibdon joined the Bears ranks as a two-time state championship coach for high school girls’ basketball. Adding to his coaching accolades, Hibdon was named USA TODAY National Girls Basketball Coach of the Year in 2014 and his team was named national champions by USA TODAY, MaxPreps and ESPN. He is a three time District Coach of the Year recipient, a two time Basketball Coaches Association of Tennessee Coach of the Year recipient, and an A.F. Bridges TSSAA Coach of the Year recipient.

For the past 16 years, the NHSCA conducts a nationwide search where they select a coach who demonstrates excellence in their respective sports every year. As this year’s recipient for standout girls’ basketball coach of the year, Hibdon became the first coach from Tennessee to win the award.

“It is a tremendous honor to be named the 2015 NHSCA National Coach of the year for girls’ basketball,” Hibdon said. “For me, this is a shared award with our coaching staff and players who invested so much and had a relentless desire to improve daily. It also recognizes what an amazing group of young ladies we had and our outstanding championship season. I am humbled to receive such an award as this, glory be to God.” According to a news release from tmcbears.com, Truett-McConnell Director of Athletics, Dr. Stacy Hall, echoed his excitement for Hibdon and TMC athletics: “Coach Hibdon is an exceptional coach that loves his Lord, his family and the game of basketball. We are humbled to have a man such as Chad Hibdon building a championship women’s basketball program at Truett-McConnell.”

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2014 USA TODAY NATIONAL GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH OF THE YEAR COACHED NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

3 TIME DISTRICT COACH OF THE YEAR

2 TIME BASKETBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION OF TENNESSEE COACH OF THE YEAR

A.F. BRIDGES TSSAA COACH OF THE YEAR

2015 NHSCA NATIONAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL COACH OF THE YEAR

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The Sewell-Plunkett Chapel was renovated in the 1980’s and renamed. Many of us remember the building as the cafeteria until our current dining hall was built in 1969. The Chapel was used as a fine arts building and has been the venue for a number of programs on campus.

The

Chapel’s

church

like

appearance makes it one of the most

recognizable

structures

on campus. With its distinctive steeple, it serves as a consistent reminder, pointing us toward God to keep our focus on Him.

“Truett-McConnell

was

the

place and time many students discovered their Master, their mission, and their mate. It holds a special place in the hearts of many alumni and many are discovering the joy of returning to

campus

to

relive

old

memories, meet old friends and to connect with some exciting things happening on today’s campus.

Truett-McConnell is experiencing dynamic growth. Few among us could have ever thought of the day Truett-McConnell would be

Just as our beloved school is

offering Master’s level classes,

rich in heritage, so is our Bell. A

have 13 intercollegiate sports

gift from World War II Marine,

teams, and would see a building

George Taliferra, the eight to

boom to meet the demands of

ten pound monument was used

growth.”

in a small Christian mission in Saipan before given to TruettMcConnell. Just as it rang on that small

island,

proclaiming

the

name of Christ, so it rings today: “Send us more Christian young people, that the name of Christ may

be

glorified

and

heard

around the world.”

When first brought to campus, the Bell was used to signal classes beginning and ending.

Later

it

sounded

at

various

times in our history to announce athletic

victories,

marriage

engagements, chapel services and commencement.

The Fountain was a mid-sixties

In January of 1966, our nation

“The days we are presently

addition to campus under Dr.

and campus experienced dark

experiencing are built on the

Fusselle’s

days.

The nation was engaged

shoulders of those who have

gates were built for ceremonial

administration.

in Vietnam and students battled

faithfully gone before us and

purposes to welcome freshmen

the cultural ills which plagued

the prayerful support of alumni

to

the sixties. After a show of a

and

new film, “The Restless Ones,”

blessed this institution and He is

a spirit of revival broke out

continuing to equip a generation

The Fountain quickly became

on campus. Christian students

of leaders to impact the world

a gathering place for students;

were committing to Christ while

through

getting

College.

campus

and

The

congratulate

graduates on graduation day.

the

non-Christians were being saved.

Fountain’s water on the occasion

During that time, a small and

of

simple cross made of sticks,

an

thrown

into

engagement

or

other

major life events quickly became

approximately

two

feet

tall,

a TMC tradition.

It remains a

mysteriously appeared on the

center piece of our campus and

top of the hill. No one seemed

funds are currently being raised

to know where the cross came

to renovate the Fountain and

from. However, it began to draw

ensure that traditions live on for

students to the top of the hill

generations to come.

to pray, worship and seek God’s

friends.

God

has

truly

Truett-McConnell

If you have not been on the campus recently we invite you to come and experience what God is doing first hand.”

Dr. John Yarbrough

guidance.

Director of Alumni Relations That

tradition

continued

as

year after year various wooden crosses would stand singularly at the top of the hill. TMC alumni know how special this spot is and the permanent Cross and plaza is still a place of prayer and worship for students, faculty, staff and alumni.

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Dr. L. Clinton Cutts (1946-1950)

Dr. Warner Earle Fusselle (1964-1972)

1946: Charter granted in White County, Ga., to Truett-McConnell Junior College (TMJC)

1963: Gymnasium constructed

1947: Sixty-seven total students enrolled during the first year of TMJC

1946: Founded in honor of Rev. Ferdinand C. McConnell and Dr. George Wa s h i n g t o n Truett

1966: College accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC) 1966: The school’s mascot transitions from the Mountaineers to the Danes

1948: Groundbreaking for what is now the Miller Building

1966: Construction completed on the Cofer Library, Garrison Hall (men) and Merritt Hall (women)

1949: First graduation held for a class of 29 students

1969: The school is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the only junior college in the state accredited

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1951: First intercollegiate sports teams organized

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1951: TMJC names the Mountaineer as the school’s first mascot

1956: Miller Administration Building, named for TMJC President Joe H. Miller, occupied on the college’s 410-acre campus

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1970: Present Cafeteria (Chandler Student Center) constructed to house dining hall, bookstore, campus mailboxes and offices; dedicated May, 1971

1970: TMJC’s SACS-COC accreditation is reaffirmed 1975: Recreational complex completed: six tennis courts, junior Olympic size swimming pool and bathhouse

1958: Fire destroyed downtown campus 1959: Two dormitories occupied: Sewell Hall (men) and Otwell Hall (women)

Rev. Joe H. Miller (1951-1964)

Dr. Ronald E. Weitman (1972–1985)

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Dr. H.M. Fullbright (1986–1992)

Dr. Jerry W. Pounds Sr. (2002–2007)

Dr. Emir Caner (2008–present)

1980: TMJC Danettes win National Junior College Women’s Basketball Championship; Governor George Busbee declared Monday, March 24, 1980 as ‘Danettes Day’ in Georgia

2001: Nix Student Center completed

1982: Driskell Memorial Baptist Student Union Building dedicated

2003: Paid College Watkinsville campus

1984: Archival material preserved in special display in Cofer Library

2003: Consolidated the College back to the Cleveland campus

2002: SACS-COC approves 4-year Bachelor Degree Programs in Music and Church Music debt

with

sale

of

2003: Four-year programs of study begin

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2005: Branding and mascot change from the Danes to the Bears

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1991: Application to GBC for pursuit of 4 year status approved 1992: TMJC purchases Cleveland Courts as a section of student housing 1993: TMJC becomes McConnell College (TMC)

Truett-

1996: Dr. Allan Gurley, Dean of Instruction and Special Programs, runs across campus with the U.S. Olympic Torch as part of the Olympic Torch Run for the ‘96 Olympic Games in Atlanta

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2009: TMC offers first online class 2010: B.A. in World Missions degree added

2011: Great Commission Minor required for all incoming freshman 2011: Construction completed on the Miller building and Dining Hall expansion; New Dorm completed 2011: B.S. in Psychology degree added 2013: B.S. in Nursing degree added 2013: Master of Arts in Theology Degree Program begins 2014: George Blaurock Student Wellness Center campaign announced 2015: Largest graduating class of 116 students 2015: First graduating class of nurses

Dr. Thomas Clark Bryan (1993–2001)

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Information provided by the Office of Alumni Relations: If you should notice any incorrect dates please contact Dr. John Yarbrough, Director of Alumni Relations, at jyarbrough@truett.edu, so we can update our records.

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True Stewardship On May 1, 2014 the call went out to rally alumni, friends, and family of Truett-McConnell College in the form of the George Blaurock Student Wellness Center building campaign. Through the 2014-2015 fiscal year, God’s stewards were faithful and the results, simply outstanding! Fourteen months later, God has raised over $2 million dollars toward our $3 million dollar goal. To be exact, as of June 30, 2015, the amount raised in cash, pledges, and gifts–in–kind is $2,034,887.00.

God uses relationships and resources to make big things happen. Within this fiscal year period, a total of 187 donors have made a total of 579 gifts. With an additional $350,000.00 dollars planned to be invested into the Student Wellness Center building campaign from the TMC budgetary savings from the annual budget in October 2015, we will have a confirmed total of cash on-hand, commitments, pledges, and gifts–in–kind of $6,384,887.00. Praise God! We will continue our fund raising campaign from various funding sources through the completion of the project, projected to be August 2016.

Below you will find names of those who have donated God’s resources toward honoring loved ones by naming a part of the Student Wellness Center and by giving through gifts–in-kind. There are still naming opportunities available at all levels; please consider a donation by honoring a loved one. Could your business or do you know of a business who could support Truett-McConnell College through a gift–in–kind? We ask you to continue to support Truett-McConnell through your prayers and financial resources so that we can build the George Blaurock Student Wellness Center and complete the facility by fall 2016.

To partner with Truett-McConnell and make a donation toward the Student Wellness Center, contact Gary Jarnagin in the Advancement Office at gjarnagin@truett.edu or 706-865-2134 x 244

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George Blaurock Student Wellness Center Naming Opportunities

NAMED In Honor of… Donation Gym Arena Benjamin F. Brady Arena $200,000.00 • Benjamin F. Brady Foundation, Cumming, Ga. Running/Walking Track

Focus Design Builders $150,000.00 • Focus Design Builders, Wake Forrest, N.C. General Contractors $130,480.00 Two Racquetball Courts #1 - Henry and Goldie Sartin #2 - Harry and Marie Wengryn

• CBA Sports, Norcross, Ga. 1 Women’s Locker Room Lou Tatum $ 5 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0

• Missionary of the Gospel of Jesus Christ Upper Level Student Joe and Cathy Wood, Jr. $31,480.00 Lobby Lounge • Wood Holdings LLLP Café Carolanne’s Café $ 2 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 • Annonoymous donor (Einstein’s Bros. Bagels, operated by Chartwells) Presidential Suite Arrow Exterminators $ 1 5 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 • Arrow Exterminator, Atlanta, Ga. Office Suite Area Dr. J. Robert White $15,000.00 • Emmanuel Baptist Church, Blackshear, Ga. Two Large Offices

#1 - Pastor Jim Holmes, $10,000.00 • John and Cheryl Howard FBC Helen, Ga. #2 - Dr. Stacy and Ivy Hall $ 1 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 Training Room

Dr. Stuart and Mrs. Lynne Sanders $10,000.00

Committed Gifts-In-Kind CBA Flooring $ 1 3 0 , 4 8 0 . 0 0 One Path Systems $ 5 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 Greg Hartman Construction $ 4 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 Vulcan Materials $ 2 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 Remaining Naming Opportunities

Requested Donation

Aquatic Center $400,000.00 Aerobics Room $ 5 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 2 Men’s Locker Rooms

$50,000.00 per locker room

1 Women’s Locker Room $ 5 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 1 Lower Student Lobby Lounge

$30,000.00

Referee Locker Room $ 1 5 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 Office Suite Break Room $ 1 0 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 5 Small Offices $5,000.00 per office

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Construction for the George Blaurock Student Wellness Center officially begins

“THIS IS A DREAM THAT’S BECOME REALITY,”

to have somewhere they can come and exercise, socialize and take benefit of what the wellness center will have.”

said Truett-McConnell College President, Dr. Emir Caner during a tree cutting ceremony at the future site of the George Blaurock Student Wellness Center, Friday, March 27.

At 69,000 sq. ft., and offering amenities like racquetball courts, an indoor aquatic center, and a student lounge to name a few, the Student Wellness Center provides a number of opportunities for both TMC students and community members.

The service, which was attended by members of the Truett-McConnell Board of Trustees, faculty, staff and the Cleveland community, signified the start of construction on the future Student Wellness Center.

“It’s a long arduous attempt that’s finally come to our students,” Caner said while giving the opening remarks. “The students not only have the dorms they deserve and the academia they deserve but they are now going to have the Student Wellness Center that proves to be a bridge not only to another academic building, but of course to what we hope to be the highlight of this building project: which is going to be our chapel.”

Chris Eppling, Vice President for Student Services and Athletics, shared his excitement of what the ceremony signifies: “I’m really excited to see how the tree cutting ceremony began the process of the physical and tangible idea of the Student Wellness Center rising from the ground,” he said. “As we cut trees down, we need to remember that the Student Wellness Center will be rising up to better serve our students and help better equip them to achieve the call that God has on their life.”

AN ASSET TO THE COMMUNITY The Student Wellness Center will prove to be an asset to the local community as well as to TMC students. Gary Jarnagin, TMC’s Director of Financial Development, shared of the significant role TMC and this building project will play in the local community: “As the college grows numerically, we have also grown physically. Truett-McConnell College is continuing to partner with Focus Design Builders and Wake Field Beasley to develop our master plan and execute that plan.”

“Our previous construction and renovation projects have returned 60 to 70 percent of total costs back to the White County area,” Jarnagin continued. “As a top-five employer in White County, the Student Wellness Center will only continue to multiply local jobs. The $13 million dollar Student Wellness Center should result in an estimated $7.8 to $9.1 million dollars being returned to White County.”

Trustee member, David Baker echoed Jarnagin’s enthusiasm: “I think it will be an attraction to the new students and an attraction to the community

John Howard, also a TMC trustee, expressed his excitement for the project and added that the Student Wellness Center “will add zest, zeal, and energy to the Cleveland community not only for the students on campus but for the folks living here as they can plug into the various activities offered.”

BUILDING A FUTURE FOR TMC As the Student Wellness Center provides many exciting benefits to students and staff members, the excitement of the beginning stages of the project is felt across campus. “It’s been a big factor in promoting the school because students look forward to coming to a campus that is thriving and growing,” said TMC Alum and Admissions Representative Jacob Spencer. “Letting them know that we do have new things coming and we are able to actually show them the plans allows them to see the growth here at Truett-McConnell.”

Although TMC Alum Zach Smith will not get to see the building come to fruition, he voiced excitement for the school’s growth: “I’m excited for all the potential it will bring to this campus and community,” Smith said. “If the Student Wellness Center was here today, I would end up there every evening whether to play racquetball, swim, grab a snack, or study.”

Ground-breaking for the Student Wellness Center began in the summer of 2015, and will be completed in twelve months, barring any unforeseen weather delays. The hope is for the Student Wellness Center to be open for the school’s incoming freshman class in the fall of 2016.

As of March 30, 2015, Truett-McConnell has raised $998,500 since May 1, 2014, bringing the total cash, commitments, and investments for the Student Wellness Center to $5,348,500.

“The excitement of the Student Wellness Center with future students will allow Truett-McConnell to equip more students to fulfill the Great Commission by fostering a Christian worldview through a biblically centered education,” Jarnagin said.

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2013-2014

FINANCIAL

ACTIVITIES*

69.62%

$13,228,329

TUITION

16.93%

$3,217,331

ROOM & BOARD

11.06%

$2,101,601

1.93%

$366,583

AUXILIARY SERVICES

.46%

$86,570

INVESTMENT RETURN

PRIVATE GIVING

$19,000,414 TOTAL REVENUE

STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS

$4,049,812 23.34%

INSTRUCTION

$3,415,023 21.46%

STUDENT SERVICES

$2,580,107

AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT DEPRECIATION & DEBT

PHYSICAL PLANT OPERATIONS ACADEMIC SUPPORT

15.25%

$2,205,561 10.22% $1,935,427

9.97%

$1,292,539

7.64%

$1,075,939

5.78%

$690,206

3.93%

$18,543,798 TOTAL EXPENSES unaudited

numbers*

Truett-McConnell College completed another year with a positive operating income. The reasons for this success are simple: growth in the size of the student population and a resolve to continually implement Biblical stewardship principles. The growth experienced in the size of the student population (which included residential, graduate, and dual enrollment students) is one component of our current success.

Additionally, the generosity of our donors and sound fiscal policy have placed Truett-McConnell College in a great position for the future! As we start the new academic year, we are poised to begin construction on the Student Wellness Center, purchase land to expand classroom space for various academic programs, add new academic programs (to bring in new students), and begin the conceptual designs for a new academic building. In looking toward the future, we recognize the importance of continued growth in the size of the student population, faithful giving by supporters, and Biblical stewardship principles. We want to continue to see TMC as an academic institution on firm financial ground, unaffected by the vagaries of a turbulent economy. As Truett-McConnell grows and expands its influence in Georgia and beyond, please pray and sow generously into this institution so we can expand our work in preparing men and women to fulfill the Great Commission and impact this world for the Kingdom!

-Associate VP for Academic Services & Interim VP for Finance and Operations

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“LIFE IS NOT ABOUT ME, NOT EVEN A L I T T L E B I T, ”

WHO WE ARE AND WHERE WE’RE GOING

MEAGAN

TAY L O R

Senior soccer player and world missions major, Meagan Taylor, was one of 24 student-athletes in the country named a semi-finalist for the Coach Wooden Citizenship Cup, an award given based off of character to athletes of both National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) schools.

“I cannot imagine anyone more deserving of this prestigious award than Meagan,” said TruettMcConnell’s Director of Athletics, Dr. Stacy Hall. “As someone who has worked in college athletics for nearly twenty years, I have never met a studentathlete or any other individual that embodied citizenship in such a profound way.”

The Cup is named in honor of John Wooden, one of the greatest coaches and most positive role models in the history of the NCAA and is presented to two distinguished athletes from any sport - one intercollegiate and one professional - who best display character, teamwork, and citizenship. The award establishes the recipients as athletes of excellence both on and off of the field and role models as performers and persons. The Wooden Cup is open to all college athletes, in all sports, in all divisions and is regarded as one of the most prestigious awards in college sports.

A LASTING IMPACT When asked by TMC’s President, Dr. Emir Caner, to speak to the Board of Trustees during their biannual meeting in March, Taylor shared how she was led to speak of how God used her time at Truett-McConnell and in the school’s soccer program to leave a lasting impact on her life. “I love TruettMcConnell College,” she said. “I don’t necessarily love the institution or the campus, even though it’s beautiful, or the classes; what I love about Truett are the people. I love that my professors and coaches want to invest in me. The experience I’ve had at Truett has changed my life and played a huge role in my sanctification process.”

Taylor continued to share how the impact of playing for a godly soccer program changed her perspective on leadership: “For the believer,” she said, “soccer is more than soccer; it’s something that is a platform for sharing the Gospel.”

that you can use to make a connection and share the Gospel – I’ve learned that since being here.”

Selflessness is another quality God has used to change Taylor’s perspective on her sport and life: “Life is not about me, not even a little bit,” she said.

Speaking to the team’s community service efforts: feeding the homeless in Atlanta, ministering to refugees in Clarkston, and investing into the lives of children through the local Foothills ministry, Taylor shared how the women’s soccer program has established a habit for reaching out to meet the needs of others: “Our soccer program has been instrumental in advancing the Kingdom – our community service has shown us that life isn’t about us, it’s about going out and being bold with the Gospel.”

Taylor shared how head women’s soccer coach, David McDowell, has stressed and exemplified servant leadership within the women’s soccer program. “Before I came to Truett, I thought a leader was someone who had it all together, someone you could look up to. But having come to Truett and being a part of the soccer program and participating in discipleship with Coach Mac, I see that leadership is serving those around you,” Taylor said. “I would have never grasped that if I had not been at Truett.”

Citing Jesus’ example of servant leadership in John 13 as inspiring, Taylor said: “that’s the kind of man I want to follow. I want to serve those around me; I want [others] to follow me because they know I’m going to serve them and love them.”

Speaking to the significance of what she’s learned over the years, Taylor added that the lessons she’s learned will go with her throughout life: “This is something that’s not just applicable in soccer or college, but it’s going to be something that will be applicable the rest of my life. I’m going to take these lessons through life and I’m going to apply them to my ministry, and I feel so much more equipped to serve God on the mission field.”

Taylor graduated in May, 2015 with her Bachelor of Arts in World Missions and a minor in Music.

Referencing the time her team spent in Rwanda, Africa in the summer of 2014, Taylor spoke to how she and her teammates used soccer to reach people they would have otherwise not been able to reach: “Soccer is the universal language. It’s a language

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MATT GREGORY Matthew Gregory, a freshman Music major with a concentration in Contemporary Worship and Church Music, commutes from the small town of Maysville in Jackson County each day. Married, and the father of a toddler, and baby on the way, he never thought at the age of 33 he would start college as a freshman at TruettMcConnell College.

what to do next. He knew God called him into music ministry at a young age but felt he needed to be better equipped.

“THE STUDENTS, FAC U LT Y A N D S TA F F H AV E BECOME LIKE MY EXTENDED FA M I LY. ”

Before all the tests, papers and late night studying, Gregory was a police officer who spent his nights patrolling neighborhoods and keeping the public safe with his more than 50 DUI arrests.

STARTING FRESH At a young age, Gregory never thought he would go to college. After dropping out of high school, he believed his only option was to work for his parents’ company.

“Even though I’ve never really talked about it,” he said “dropping out of school really had an effect on me. I’ve spent the last 15 years of my life feeling like I would never be good enough.”

Gregory shared about how he chose his career path saying, “I’ve always had a desire to help people. I was drawn to police work after witnessing the positive influence an officer could have on the people they come in contact with. I was able to use my job as a tool to show people Jesus.”

After only five years in the police force, Gregory was involved in a car accident which heavily damaged his patrol car and left him with injuries that required a total of 10 surgeries. Due to his sustained injuries, doctors informed him they would not be able to release him to active duty and recommended he find a new career path.

“God has a way of getting our attention,” Gregory said.

“I was devastated when I got the news, but looking back now, I can see God’s hand working through it all. Never in a million years did I think I would be starting over and going back to school at 33 years old.”

A FEELING OF PEACE Gregory and his wife began praying for guidance as to

After hearing about the growing music program at TruettMcConnell, Gregory decided to visit. “From the moment I stepped onto campus, I felt a peace come over me like I was supposed to be here,” Gregory said. Immediately, he applied to TMC and was accepted into the music program for the fall 2014 semester.

“Truett has become much more to me than simply a college campus,” Gregory said. “The students, faculty and staff have become like my extended family.”

A FUTURE FOR MY FAMILY The once high school dropout hopes to encourage people with his accomplishments. “Being able to tell friends and family that I made the Dean’s list my first semester and the President’s Club my second semester of college has restored a sense of pride and self-worth,” Gregory said.

“My goal when I started at Truett-McConnell was to work hard and hopefully graduate one day,” he said. “To see that I’ve finished my first year with these accomplishments is mind boggling to me. It’s especially important for me, being a father, to do the best I can and finish well, so one day I can tell my children that if they put their minds to it and keep God first, then no matter what anyone else tells them, nothing is impossible with God.”

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FLETCHER HUMPHREY After realizing he was going through the motions of his Christian walk, Fletcher Humphrey, a TMC sophomore, made a decision during spiritual emphasis week with evangelist Tony Nolan that changed the course of his entire time at Truett-McConnell. “I couldn’t live without hope any longer,” Humphrey said.

BREAKING FREE FROM ADDICTION Admitting his fall into temptation, Humphrey realizes his actions were an attempt to gain a sense of fulfillment.

Growing up, Humphrey claimed to know Christ; he was actively involved in his youth group and his private Christian school but knows now that he was lost. “I had a hurt in my heart and it led to an addiction to sin that consumed my whole life,” he said.

“ I ’ V E FA L L E N I N LOVE WITH THIS PLACE AND GOD HAS BURDENED MY HEART FOR I T. ”

to know more about God,” he said. “I desired to truly know Him and I knew Truett would be a place to help me with that.” After being on campus, Humphrey’s love for the students, staff and surrounding area only grew. “I’ve fallen in love with this place and God has burdened my heart for it.”

While making TMC’s campus his home, Humphrey has involved himself in countless campus activities, including using his musical talents to help DJ at campus events.

“There are super cool student events throughout the year, like the homecoming bonfire, which is a personal favorite of mine,” Humphrey said. “I’ve also loved being a part of Worship at the Cross and Cover Truett [in prayer] because it is when I have gotten to see students mobilize to be serious about their Savior and their campus.”

A TRUE IMPACT There are a number of people at Truett-McConnell who serve as a great encouragement to Humphrey, one being Campus Minister Keith Wade. “Keith is a huge impact on my life. He believes in me and my drive for missions,” Humphrey said. “One of my favorite things to do is go to the hostile on Blood Mountain with Keith and feed hikers along the Appalachian Trail. I love hearing about their stories before the trail and the adventures they’ve had along the way.”

During TMC’s spiritual emphasis week, while listening to Nolan preach, Humphrey came to a life-changing conclusion: “I finally understood my sin wouldn’t satisfy and I was a truly miserable slave…and God still wanted me.

I realized that, repented and accepted Him and I’ve been sold out for my Redeemer ever since.”

GOD’S CALL TO TRUETT Before committing to Truett-McConnell, Humphrey remembers how he immediately felt called to TMC after touring campus. “It just felt like the only place for me,” he said.

Humphrey has also been influenced by the tutelage of former Garrison Hall Resident Director, Rik Cramer. “He has challenged me to really take a hold of my faith in God and be excited when I talk with God or about God.” During his time at Truett-McConnell, God has assured Humphrey that he’s where he’s supposed to be. “This place will help you grow like never before if you’ll only let God work through you,” he said. “Be open to God and His call on your life; be still and He will guide you. Be bold and do things you have never experienced before because this is not your regular college. If you want to grow and be with a family of believers who will encourage and push you,” he concluded, “do yourself a favor and come to Truett.”

Desiring to work in youth ministry with a focus on missions, Humphrey chose to major in Christian Studies. “I wanted

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PRESIDENT’S ANNUAL GIVING REPORT 2015 As our hearts are filled with appreciation, a simple thank you, seemingly, does not express the depth of our gratitude. Because of your generous support, Truett-McConnell College enjoyed another strong year of fundraising. We thank God for you and your fellowship as we equip students to fulfill the Great Commission by fostering a Christian worldview through a biblically centered education.

Each gift is important to Truett-McConnell’s success as we strive to fulfill the Great Commission by connecting God’s stewards, with God’s resources, to enlarge God’s kingdom through investing in our students, faculty, staff, and facilities.

Your continued generosity is making a distinct and profound

difference in our student’s lives and in the future life of the College.

Acknowledged in this report are gifts received from July 1, 2013, through June 30, 2014. We would appreciate if you took a moment to browse through this report, which recognizes each and every donor who made a donation of any amount during this time frame. Beyond the facts and figures in this report, we hope to tell the story of the students, alumni, and friends which is the real story of Truett-McConnell and our greatest assets. Your steadfast support is greatly appreciated and we are eternally grateful to God for you and your fellowship. Again, thank you to all who are honoring God through His resources as we work daily to glorify His name.

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NEW

ENDOWED

SCHOLARSHIPS

Endowed scholarships and funds require a minimum contribution of $10,000 Dr. Sami & Hripsime Ammari Scholarship Fund Eberli Bolt Missions Scholarship Psalm 20:5 The Gladys Holcomb and Family Scholarship The Deborah Rose Alvater Endowed Scholarship Fund The Gertie Holmes Layson Endowed Scholarship Rev. Tommy Jones Scholarship Fund

NEW

ENDOWED

LECTURESHIPS

Endowed lectureships require a minimum contribution of $10,000 Ray Newman Ethics and Religious Liberty Lecture Series

EXPENDABLE

SCHOLARSHIPS & FUNDS

Expendable scholarships and funds require a minimum contribution of $500 and are typically awarded in the same fiscal year in which they are received. They are not invested with the College’s pooled endowment.

Alumni Scholarship Carolyn Williams Kelly Nursing Scholarship Fund Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship Fund Student Athlete Missions Scholarship Matthew 5:16 Scholarship Fund

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GIFTS

Christine McConnell Rousseau Musical Endowment Samuel Truett Cathey Estate

FUNDS

AWA I T I N G E N D OW M E N T

Established scholarships which are not funded at the $10,000 minimum endowment level. (Date established)

Mrs. A. F. Bell Scholarship (1994) Catherine Logan Memorial Music Scholarship (1987) Walter E. Boone Scholarship (1985) Thomas Mauney, Jr., Scholarship (1989) Dr. Christopher Childs Science & Achievement Scholarship Gloria Paschal Scholarship Fund (1985) (2002) Ida Staton Pruitt Scholarship Fund Melissa Clanton Music Ministry Scholarship (2006) Brittany Reabold Memorial Scholarship (1992) Linton M. and Josephine H. Collins Memorial Scholarship (2000) John F. Roach Memorial Scholarship (2002) W. Clyde, W. Matt & J. Adam Dixon Memorial Scholarship (2001) Colby Tilley Women’s Basketball Scholarship (2005) Dogwood Hills Baptist Church Scholarship (1999) Trustee Endowment Scholarship (1999) Karen Fricks Scholarship (1986) Walter Waldon Music Scholarship (2002) Ernest W. Glore Ministerial Fund (c. 1947) Watkinsville Scholarship Endowment Agnes K. Hall Scholarship (1987) Duward Whelchel Scholarship (1997) Gene Hansard Scholarship (1984) Julian and Pauline Whelchel Scholarship (1997) Clara Head Work Scholarship (1986) Jessie White Scholarship Fund (2013) Patricia McBrayer Heaton Endowment Fund (2001) C. James and Elnora Woods Scholarship (2000) ii President’s Annual Giving Report

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PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $15,000 - $49,999 Thomas Abernathy James T. Irvin Phillip M. Jones V. Ray Piper

Arrow Exterminators, Inc. Carolyn King Ragan Charitable Foundation Emmanuel Baptist Church, Blackshear

Greg Hartman Construction Wood Holdings, LLP

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CBA Sports Centennial Baptist Church Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation, Inc.

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OWA Management Service, LLC P&B Petroleum Company Parks Lumber & Building Supply Patterson Prime Properties Robby Warren Lawn Maintenance SassyRabbit Sports Center Sunbelt Graphic Systems T.A.P.P. Lumber Company Thompson Grading, Inc. Threat Reduction Group, LLC Tojo Properties, LLC Turner, Wood & Smith The Wheeler Agency Vaughan Poultry Farms Victory Processing, LLP WDUN (AM) 550/Jacobs Media Corporation White County Republican Party White County Rotary Club Wood Holdings, LLP Your Outdoor Vision, Inc.

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First Baptist Church, Lilburn First Baptist Church, Newnan First Baptist Church, Whitsett First UMC, Oakwood Free Chapel Worship Center Grace Baptist Church, Monroe Hebron Baptist Church Helen First Baptist Church Heritage Baptist Church, Perry Horizon Baptist Fellowship Kiokee Baptist Church WMU Lakeside Baptist Church Lakewood Baptist Church Level Grove Baptist Church Macedonia Community Baptist Church Mature Ministries Mercy Ministries of America, Inc.

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Benjamin F. Brady Charitable Foundation Trust Carolyn King Ragan Charitable

Foundation The Coca-Cola Foundation (matching gift) ExxonMobil Foundation (matching gift) John L. & Sarah H. Nix Foundation, Inc. Richard & Barbara Gaby Foundation

Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Snellville Mulberry Association North Metro First Baptist Church of Gwinnett, Inc. Northside Baptist Church, Tifton Northside Baptist Church, Valdosta Parkway Baptist Church, Evans Pickett’s Mill Baptist Church Salem Baptist Church, McDonough Second Baptist Church, Warner Robins Southside Baptist Church, Augusta Temple Baptist Church of Colquitt County Washington Baptist Association White County Baptist Association

M. Austin Davis Foundation The Thomas T. & Bernice F. Irvin

Foundation, Inc. John & Mary Franklin Foundation Georgia Baptist Health Care Ministry Foundation Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation, Inc.

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Dr. Emir F. Caner, President Mr. Chris Eppling, VP for Student Services and Athletics Dr. Brad Reynolds, VP for Academic Services Dr. Joseph Wiegand, Associate VP for Academic Services & Interim VP for Finance and Operations

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Mrs. Celeste Dunnington, Nursing Division Dr. Robert S. Bowen, Math and Science Division Dr. Becky Lombard, Music and Fine Arts Dr. Janet Forney, Business Division

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TRUSTEES

Dr. Bob Jolly, Chairman / Cumming, Georgia

Adam Baker Cartersville, Georgia

Paul Dennis Newnan, Georgia

Thomas Hammond Alpharetta, Georgia

Dan Rosser Ellijay, Georgia

David Baker Dacula, Georgia

James Dollar Clermont, Georgia

David Henson Ellijay, Georgia

Tony Samples Dallas, Georgia

Michael Bass Valdosta, Georgia

Mike Dorough Warner Robins, Georgia

Chris Holcomb Lawrenceville, Georgia

Richard C. Statham, Sr. McDonough, Georgia

Bill Bonner Fayetteville, Georgia

Brett Duncan Dawsonville, Georgia

John J. Howard Duluth, Georgia

Brad Whitt Martinez, Georgia

Rudy Camp Gainesville, Georgia

Lee Evans Warner Robins, Georgia

Phillip M. Jones Gainesville, Georgia

Terry Williams Gainesville, Georgia

Joseph Allen Carroll, Jr. Atlanta, Georgia

Wayne Farr Norcross, Georgia

Keith Kelly Covington, Georgia

Frank Cox Lawrenceville, Georgia

Robby Foster Valdosta, Georgia

Tim Oliver Milledgeville, Georgia

Randy Crenshaw Tifton, Georgia

Tommy Fountain, Sr. Winder, Georgia

Jamie Powell Perry, Georgia

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Ken Hall, President Snellville, Georgia

Sid King, Vice President Cleveland, Georgia

Thomas Abernathy Suwanee, Georgia

Dean Dyer Cleveland, Georgia

Richard Lawless Stockbridge, Georgia

Mitch Ralston Gainesville, Georgia

Charles Thomas McDonough, Georgia

Chris Anderson Cleveland, Georgia

Paul Eitel Wake Forest, NC

Chad Merrill Atlanta, Georgia

Chris Reynolds Jonesboro, Georgia

Barry Thompson Lithia Springs, Georgia

Ralph Benton Monroe, Georgia

Merrill Folsom Villa Rica, Georgia

Linda Mosely St. Simons Island, GA

Shay Runion Canton, Georgia

Calvin Thompson Dallas, Georgia

Glenn Canup Macon, Georgia

Jeffery Fuller Dallas, Georgia

Dennis Paschedag Cumming, Georgia

F. Stuart Sanders Clarkesville, Georgia

Kay Thompson Lithia Springs, Georgia

Yarot Castillo Gainesville, Georgia

W. Al Gainey Gainesville, Georgia

John Pearson Cumming, Georgia

Greg Smith Johns Creek, Georgia

Travis Turner Cleveland, Georgia

Al Collier Jonesboro, Georgia

Kevin Hurt Mountain City, Georgia

Chris Pittman Clermont, Georgia

Kim Smith Oakwood, Georgia

Dane Wallis McDonough, Georgia

David Collins Gainesville, Georgia

Charles Johnson Lilburn, Georgia

Martin Posthauer Marietta, Georgia

Mike Smith Oakwood, Georgia

Mark Watson Clarkesville, Georgia

Frank Daws Covington, Georgia

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T H E V E RY F I R ST V E R S E F T H E V E RY L AST T R I B E. L RST VE R SE T HE V ER RST VE R SE T HE V ER

“The missions program

at TMC is kingdom focused. It goes beyond studying theories and strategies about missions; the program is being used by God to win people from all over the world to Christ. With ‘on-the-field’ missions experience, no one should ever be able to say that they feel unprepared to share the Gospel cross-culturally. This largely has to do with the leadership in place within the program. Every professor, every fellow student within the program feels like family. We all have one goal, and that is to glorify God by leading people to Christ.”

-Jesse Mitchum / World Missions Major

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June, 2015

May, 2015

Twelve TMC men’s basketball POLAND players traveled to Poland this summer and shared the Gospel using the game of basketball. The group, along with the help of Salt Factory Sports, a ministry that uses sports to share the Gospel, set up basketball clubs and conducted clinics in each city they visited. They spent time with local missionaries in local communities, sharing Christ and making contacts. The team was also involved in beach ministry events, helping in local church worship services and interacting with community leaders.

A group of TMC students, including many from the women’s soccer team, along with faculty and staff spent several days reaching the people of El Salvador. With the help of interpreters, the Gospel was shared through skits, testimonies, and lessons on kindness in several local schools. Each night, the team held block parties at local parks where hundreds of locals from the community made commitments to Christ. Overall, 627 people gave their lives to Christ while TMC was in El Salvador!

EL S A ALVADOR

May, 2015

March, 2015

At the start of summer, a team of TMC students and staff members INDI A traveled to India to engage the Hindu people with the Good News of the Gospel, giving them hope in a singular, personal God. While sharing with a people plagued by Hindu belief seemed challenging at times, the students persevered and allowed themselves to be used by God. With Hindi material provided by the International Mission Board, TMC’s students were able to reach more people and sow countless seeds in the country.

In the spring, a group of students from the music department spent several days touring England and Scotland, ministering and sharing the Gospel to locals through song. The group spent time in the streets of each city they visited inviting people to concerts each day. Throughout the trip, students also performed in cathedrals like St. Albans Church, St. Giles Cathedral and St. Paul’s Cathedral, where they continued to use their vocal talents to share the hope of Jesus Christ.

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August, 2014

January, 2015

Last August, a group of 10 students traveled to Jaipur, India, where they INDI A shared the Good News of Jesus Christ with people of the Hindu faith in the streets of Jaipur, in local coffee shops, at a university and elementary school, in an orphanage and a local mall. While many Hindus were receptive to hearing about Jesus, it was difficult to see the hopelessness when many would kiss the ground in the temples and kneel before idols. Despite this, TMC’s students continued to share the Gospel and witnessed people come to know Christ.

Twe n t y - s eve n HAITI residence life staff memebers spent a portion of their Christmas vacation serving different communities in Haiti. A country filled with poverty and voodoo religion, the team made every effort to minister, love and share Christ with those in hospitals, orphanages and small communities. Students shared God’s love and the hope that’s found in Christ with the Haitians while also growing in their own walks with Christ.

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July, 2014

In the fall, a group of nine world mission students traveled to ARGENTIN A Argentina, a predominantly Roman-Catholic country in South America, where they participated in door-to-door evangelism and assisted local churches with evangelical outreaches. In their everyday encounters, members of the team spent time sharing personal testimonies of how they came to know Christ. The group also ministered to children at local orphanages. While stepping out of personal comfort zones was difficult at times, the team was faithful and God used them to lead nine people to Christ.

After spending more than a week in Hungary assisting IMB missionaries in teaching English to THAILAN D locals, six Truett-McConnell students traveled to Thailand and shared the saving message of Jesus Christ with Buddhists and anyone else who would listen. While there, one student was reunited with a group of people she shared the Gospel with on a previous TMC sponsored trip and learned that a local Thai girl whom she previously shared the Gospel with came to know Christ.

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F O R T H R E E Y E A R S Truett-McConnell students have actively engaged their community with the Gospel through the Foothills Young Scholars tutoring program.

Sophomore Atarah Campbell, who is a leader in the ministry, shared about the goals of the program: “Our main mission, and the main thing that we teach every week, is that Jesus is stronger, God is powerful, and in the end, God is going to prevail.”

The Foothills Community in White County has been known for drug abuse and Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) intervention. Three years ago Truett-McConnell partnered with Doug Bennett and Marlon Caldwell from the community to help develop a program called the Foothills Young Scholars Program. Under the direction of Keith Wade, Campus Minister for Truett-McConnell and Dr. Holly Haynes, Associate Professor of Behavioral Science, an after school program was born for the Foothills Community.

Caldwell and Bennett, who have supervised the program since its beginning, continue to help build the program in the Cleveland community.

Caldwell, a former probation officer, currently supervises the program while Bennett, a former pastor in the foothills neighborhood is also very connected with the people who live there.

GOSPEL GOALS The program itself has three goals: it’s desired that each student involved grows to have a comprehensive knowledge of who God is, understands the methods to study the Scriptures, and has access to godly mentors who can guide them in their spiritual walk.

Secondly, it’s desired that all students involved have adequate and sufficient individual help for their academic studies, tools to improve their abilities in every subject, and a positive attitude towards learning.

Lastly, all students qualify to receive counseling for possible traumas or stressors in their lives, are provided a consistent mentor with whom they can trust, and are shown how to create a healthy view of themselves, others, and the world around them.

TMC TUTORS TMC students volunteer to tutor children in the Foothills Young Scholar Program one to three days a week.

“The greatest need of the ministry would be people,” Campbell said when asked about the needs of the Foothills program. “We just need volunteers, people that have a heart for people, and especially kids,” she added. “We need people that want to be there, not people that are forced to just because they think that [it] looks good on paper.”

The program takes place from 3:00-5:30 p.m., Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and includes time for snack, Bible study, tutoring, and playing outside. Participating in this program has allowed TMC students to put into practice everything they’ve learned in the classroom; they actively use their knowledge of psychology, education, and missions to share the Gospel and disciple children in this community.

A TRUE INVESTMENT What Truett-McConnell volunteers have found in their participation is that these children are hungry for God’s Word and they need discipleship. Last year they studied through the book of Genesis, and this year they plan to study through the book of Exodus.

Campbell explained how she strives to fulfill her own personal calling through the ministry on a weekly basis: “The Lord is calling me to missions with kids, and I realized that missions is not [just] overseas, it’s right where you are right now – in White County.”

Through this program, TMC students have helped meet needs in the community, and Campbell shared how they have many goals for the future: “My goal would have to be [that] I want volunteers to come, I want more children to come, and I want to one day see [that] God is really using us to be a part of their lives.” And not only that, but Campbell longs for the program to meet the needs of the entire community so they can one day “go to the next community and make a difference.”

For more info about the Foothills ministry, or to learn how to partner with the ministry team, contact Keith Wade at kwade@truett.edu.

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OFFICE of ACADEMIC SERVICES

Academic Services had a banner year in 2014-2015. During this academic year fourteen full-time faculty and one-part time faculty were hired. TMC began her first Master’s degree with a Master of Arts in Theology. Faculty approved two new BS degrees (BS in Exercise Science; BS in Criminal Justice) and an additional degree program (BS in Business with a Concentration in Healthcare Administration).

While the accomplishments of our faculty this year would be too lengthy to share (national recognition in Exercise Science; nomination for Dove Award, etc) suffice it to say TMC professors are unequalled in the sum of their excellence in education; passion for serving Jesus Christ; and heart to turn students into disciples. With a commitment to our motto “from the very first verse to the very last tribe” Academic Services celebrates the continual growth of the kingdom of God on earth through the accomplishments of our faculty, staff and students this year.

-Dr. Brad Reynolds / Vice President for Academic Services

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MASTERS

It has been an exciting year at Truett-McConnell with the addition of the Master of Arts in Theology degree. Launched in August 2014, the inaugural class of 20 students studied theology under such professors as Dr. Michael Whitlock, Dr. Mael Disseau and Dr. Phil Roberts, former President of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. In February 2015, a team from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools – Commission on Colleges visited TMC to review the MA program. By June 2015, Truett-McConnell received word that SACS-COC fully approved the MA-Theology degree which now allows us to expand our graduate degree offerings. The growth of the MA program is not limited to the Cleveland campus. Beginning in August 2015, Truett will offer graduate courses at First Baptist Church of Alpharetta. Classes will be offered all day on Monday and Tuesday evenings and will be taught by Truett-McConnell faculty.

ONLINE

Online is an ever-changing world that is fast paced and a catalyst for change. The online program at Truett- McConnell is no different.

Over the past year the online department has added key personnel to support the ever growing program. An admissions office dedicated solely to online admissions was created in late 2014 to help streamline the process for students applying to the online program. On the technical support side, an office that was staffed by one person in 2013 now consists of two full time and one part time staff member who manages all technical elements of the online classroom. The expansion of this office was partly lead by a desire to provide quality and timely customer service to students enrolled online. With the technical support staff in place Truett-McConnell Online is now planning a comprehensive review and redevelopment of online courses to ensure academic rigor in all courses. Additionally, the building blocks are in place to expand the online offerings so additional bachelor’s and master’s degrees can be offered. Ultimately Truett-McConnell Online is an incredible tool to help equip students of all ages for their calling and to make an impact for the Kingdom!

-Dr. Joseph Wiegand / Associate VP for Academic Services & Interim VP for Finance and Operations

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A real highlight of the year was the Chorale’s mission trip to London and Scotland.

They were able to minister and sing in local Baptist Churches and in Cathedrals.

Most of the students list their favorite event of the trip as our visit to the Parish Church of St. Peter and Paul in Olney where John Newton served as Curate when he wrote the hymn Amazing Grace. We led and experienced a service of worship in that place. To sing that great hymn in that place was so moving. Students also did street evangelism, prayer walking, and distributed food to the homeless.

Everyone is ready to go back!

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I’ve felt the presence of God over the entire campus, and the assurance this is where I belong at this time in my life.

This year marks the first ever TMC Division of Nursing Pinning Ceremony and Graduation of 31 students!

I’m also currently finishing my Dissertation work which is focused on the lived experience of nurse educators teaching professional values to pre-licensure baccalaureate nursing students.

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The Humanities Division approved a new Creative Writing Concentration for the Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Truett-McConnell is unique among many colleges for its offering of a class in novel writing. A new course in Creative Non-Fiction will be added during the upcoming year. As a part of the implementation of the new general education core curriculum, I am working on a student reader for the American History I class. It will spotlight the role of the Christian faith in the course of human events during the early years of our nation. Virtually all secular textbooks ignore or downplay the role of faith in America. The reader will address this need for a more correct understanding of our heritage.

A. Dr. Becky Lombard/ Music & Fine Arts Division Chair B. Professor Celeste S. Dunnington, RN, MSN,/ Nursing Division Chair C. Dr. Michael Justus/ Humanities Division Chair D. Dr. Janet Forney/ Business Division Chair E. Dr. Jason Graffagnino/ World Missions & Christian Studies Division Chair F. Dr. Robert Bowen/ Math and Science Division Chair G. Dr. Julie Lutz/ Education & Behavioral Science Division Chair

F Over the last year, the actual growth and planned growth we are experiencing at Truett-McConnell has been very exciting. Seeing a new biology lab completed and the plans for new wellness and academic buildings is a very real and exhilarating thrill.

Just being a part of growing this legacy of spiritual fervor and academic excellence is a blessing that only the God of this universe could orchestrate.

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In the academic year 2014-2015 internships were implemented for business students. Partnerships have been established with area businesses indicating a willingness to take students on an intern basis.

Some of the internships are paid, some not. However, this has resulted in positive comments from students as the real world experience provides instruction, but also provides experience they can carry forward on their resumes’. It also serves to connect area businesses with the institution.

Last year the World Missions and Christian Studies Division experienced exciting growth. We began the year by bringing in two new faculty members and TruettMcConnell now employs four Anabaptist scholars, which is more than all six Southern Baptist seminaries combined. Our Master of Arts in Theology program began last fall with nearly twenty students enrolled in the new program. We also had two of our students study in Israel in June, a joint effort between Truett-McConnell and The University of the Holy Land, in which they grasped a new appreciation of Scripture as they walked where Jesus walked.

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G The highlight of this year was simply being here at TruettMcConnell. Everybody has been wonderful and I thank God every day for bringing me to TMC. A senior Education major, Kelcie Johnson, was one of two Truett-McConnell students to receive the Aflac Scholarship, an award given to college seniors who demonstrate strong leadership skills, are involved within the community, and maintain a certain GPA.

Master of arts in theology NOW IS THE TIM E TO EARN YOUR MAST ER OF ART S I N T HEOLOGY AT TMC AFFORDABLE The cost of your calling is high, but your tuition doesn’t need to be…we offer affordable ways to earn your degree so you are better equipped for your calling.

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY With the Master of Arts in Theology degree the practical meets the theological. This program is designed specifically to meet the needs of your calling and provide the tools you need to further your ministry.

TRUE Our professors are committed to your growth – spiritually and professionally.

Through Biblically grounded instruction, you will be able to apply foundational principles to real world scenarios.

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nursing students were honored at the school’s first-ever pinning ceremony in May. The pinning ceremony was significant to both the senior nursing students and nursing faculty. Signifying the completion of the graduating nursing students, the night consisted of a beautiful ceremony filled with happiness, joy, tears, and awe as each student received their nursing pin designed by the inaugural class. The nursing pin has become symbolically and literally a cross to bare and a medal and an honor. While called to the stage to receive their pin, a recording of the student was shared with the audience, thanking friends and family for their support and encouragement.

Students recited the Nightingale Pledge along with faculty and nurses in the audience and then participated in the symbolic lighting of the lamps, an important symbol of nursing which can be traced back to Florence Nightingale.

Celeste Dunnington / Nursing Division Chair

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The simulation lab allows students a chance to build on their knowledge each semester and how to react in different situations from minor sickness or injury to a full cardiac code. The students learn by treating SimMan as if he/she were a live patient they are treating in the hospital. They learn to work together as a team, to prioritize treatments and orders from the providers, assess the patient for any symptoms he/ she is experiencing, and maintain confidentiality and safety for the patient.

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Figure .02 A recent graduate of TMC’s first-ever nursing program, Charity Estes never planned on earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree. When God placed nursing in her path she knew what she was supposed to do. “[T]he more I found out about it, the more I knew that it was my calling,” Estes said.

“That’s what I tell people. Nursing didn’t find me; God told me to go into nursing.”

.02 Figure .03 In April, Truett-McConnell nursing students participated in the school’s first-ever mock disaster drill on the front lawn. While volunteers from the student body acted as wounded victims of a tornado disaster, senior nursing students rushed to find the victims and treat their fictitious wounds. The purpose of the drill is to “prepare nursing students for real life scenarios,” said TMC’s Nursing Division Chair, Celeste Dunnington.

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uring the 2014-15 school year, Truett-McConnell Students were privileged to be a part of several religious liberty opportunities, including a visit

by Fox News and Commentator, Todd Starnes, and the opportunity to participate in a Religious Liberty Rally in support of the Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration Act in Atlanta.

facing struggles because of their faith. He was emailed by a soldier who was serving in Afghanistan. He told Starnes that the Christian flag and cross-adorned stained glass were being taken down in fear of the religious themes offending others. Despite the persecution that is becoming all too frequent, Starnes reminded students of the most valuable hope: “We serve a risen Savior.”

TMC’s President, Dr. Emir Caner, is passionate about the Christians pursuit of religious liberty as it was first introduced by Jesus Christ in the book of Matthew. “He reminded His followers that only God is the author and owner of our souls, not princes or politicians. As such, Christians have a mandate from our Lord to stand on the principle of religious freedom regardless of the cost. Religious liberty, the unalienable right given by our Creator, is our core liberty; if the government can coerce the soul, freedom has ceased to exist.”

Starnes then voiced the heart of the problem, stating that many churches have become spiritually irrelevant in their search to become culturally relevant. “If we don’t stand for religious liberty, no one else will. The question is ‘what are we going to do about this?’” he asked.

Todd Starnes Starnes visited campus and spoke during the January 22 chapel service, heeding students to hear the importance of his words: “Today I stand before you to sound a warning.

Because brothers and sisters, I truly believe there is a war on religious liberty in the United States of America. The war is targeting people of the Christian faith.”

He reminded the audience of recent fights which Christians have faced based on their biblical views, demonstrating just how necessary it is for Christians to take a stand. He mentioned Phil Robertson, the family patriarch of Duck Dynasty who has recently come under attack for voicing his views on traditional marriage.

Starnes also shared that Christians in the military are

“I truly believe there is a war on religious liberty in the United States of America. The war is targeting people of the Christian faith.”

Despite the disheartening stories of persecution of religious liberty, Starnes ended his message by giving Truett-McConnell students advice on how to take a stand for their Christian beliefs, stating the solution to the problem is, “young men and women who are unashamed of the Gospel’s message.”

“Things may appear to be hopeless, but hope is not lost!”

Starnes exclaimed. “True hope and change cannot be found in the halls of Congress. True hope is not found at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. True hope and change can only be found at the cross of Calvary and in a life changed by the blood of Jesus Christ.”

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In closing, Starnes shared a verse he references for encouragement in the Christian fight for religious liberty.

Habakkuk 3:19 says, “The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights.” Starnes cited God’s promises to Christians in this verse and said: “It’s real easy to get tangled up in the mess that is politics and the mess of this culture, but if we set our eyes on Jesus, He promises to make our feet like the feet of a deer. He’ll pick us up and He’ll take us up to the high place.”

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Religious Liberty Rally lso during the spring semester, a group of TMC students, faculty and staff members, traveled to the state capitol to rally in support of the Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration act, a bill designed to prevent specific types of persecution against the Christian church – a bill that seeks to protect religious liberty and suppress unjust attacks against it.

The focus of the trip was not only to take a stand for religious liberty in the state of Georgia but to support the Christian agenda nationwide.

There have been specific events and issues that led to the introduction of this bill, including the persecution of Kelvin Cochran, former Atlanta Fire chief who was terminated for expressing aspects of his Biblical faith in a book he authored and distributed to employees. This is merely one aspect of the war which has been brewing between current United States culture and Christianity in America.

Dr. John Yarbrough, Truett-McConnell’s Director of Alumni Relations and an Associate Professor of Christian Studies, is passionate for the protection of Christians as they share the Gospel and led the group from TMC. When asked why the religious liberty act was important to him both as a Christian and an individual, Yarbrough said: “At my age, I feel like I’ll continue to enjoy a relative degree of freedom, but for my son, my daughter, my grandchildren, the students on this campus and this entire generation, I think it’s extremely important if you’re going to enjoy the

same freedom I’ve enjoyed all these years to be able to share your faith in the public domain.”

Dr. Gerald Harris, editor of The Christian Index, also spoke and urged people to fight for the religious liberty which is rapidly being lost in the United States. “For those who believe that separation of church and state is not enough, that the world would be better off with no church at all, ask yourself this question: How many hospitals, orphanages, homeless and abuse shelters have been founded by the ACLU or American Atheist Society? It is the inclusion of the word Catholic, Baptist, Presbyterian, Christian, etc., in the name of so many of these institutions that proves by actions, not just words, who really cares for the suffering of mankind and desires to make the world better.”

Harris continued: “The question that people should be asking is: ‘When will we realize that no nation in the history of the world has ever separated itself from God and evolved to a better society?’ Freedom of religion is a great asset to our society and should never be restricted.

It is the first right of all our rights.”

Kyle Rushnell, a TMC student who attended the trip explained why he got involved with the rally: “It’s important that we stand up for our rights as Christians because we’re called to be the salt and light of the earth; we’re called to represent Christ in all facets and all arenas of life – that includes politics. Our agenda is the will of the Father and that the Gospel is upheld,” he said. “Our right to exercise that preaching needs to be protected.”

The bill was passed by the Georgia State Senate but never made it out of the House Committee; however, political leaders in Georgia are committed to push for the Bill next year. For more info about the bill, visit the Georgia General Assembly Legislation website at

www.legis.ga.gov.

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AT A GL ANCE ACCREDITATION Students can feel confident that they have mobility and legitimacy behind their degrees.

NASM

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commision on Colleges

51% 9 14

National Association of Schools of Music

Georgia Board of Nursing

Georgia Professional Standards Commission

FACULTY

of our full-time faculty hold a doctoral degree.

DIVERSITY

different countries are represented.

GROWTH

different states are represented.

TMC Atlanta

Truett-McConnell is located in the town of Cleveland, Ga., less than an hour and a half from downtown Atlanta.

200+ acres

13:1 INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING

is the student to faculty ratio for Truett-McConnell classes.

20

SMALL CLASSES

is the amount of students in an average class, ensuring a unique learning experience.

1,660

ENROLLMENT

students are enrolled at Truett-McConnell.

Students are given a personalized education where they are equipped with the tools needed for success in the classroom and in life.

FINANCIAL AID

99.8% 73%

of full-time Truett-McConnell residential students receive some type of financial aid. To learn more about scholarship & financial aid opportunities, contact the financial aid office at 706-865-2134 ext. 246.

LOCALLY CHURCHED

of full-time Truett-McConnell residential students attend a local church.

INSTITUTIONAL AID

is the average amount of institutional aid an incoming freshman recieves.

13

ATHLETICS

16

Varsity sports teams represent a growing athletic program.

BIBLE STUDIES

different Bible studies were held by Resident Assistants and Christian Life Coordinators across all residence halls during the 2014-15 school year.

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