Spartanburg Methodist College

This award is given to students who have completed a chemistry sequence or are in the second semester of a chemistry sequence. The student must also have completed or are in the second semester of either two semesters of biology or two semesters of physics. Two scholarships are available. One is a freshman scholarship that is given to a freshman as a rising sophomore who plans to stay at Spartanburg Methodist College. The second is a sophomore scholarship to be given to a sophomor for the college/university to which tthey intend to transfer.

This award is given annually to the student who displays qualities of excellence in mathematical skills and is judged the most outstanding in mathematics.

Given in memory of Ella Jordan Lynn of Jefferson, SC, this award is presented annually to a female student judged to be representative of Christian qualities of compassionate care, loving devotion and unselfish service to others.

The Chemistry Award is given annually. Winners must have completed at least two semesters of chemistry classes or be currently enrolled in their second chemistry course. Winners are chosen from those with the highest grades in their chemistry coursework. Consideration is given to the following additional information: acting as a tutor for the chemistry courses and demonstrating positive attitude towards the sciences in general and the class in particular.

This award is given annually. Winners must be graduating from the Criminal Justice program with the Associate in Criminal Justice degree and hold the highest grades among their peers in their criminal justice coursework. Additional consideration may also be given to the following information: work or volunteer experience in the criminal justice field while also pursuing the degree; outstanding performance in Sociology coursework; providing in-class leadership in criminal justice and/or Sociology courses; and demonstrating outstanding commitment and/or service to the SMC community.

This award is given annually by SMC on the recommendation of the business faculty to an outstanding student in business. The recipient must meet the following criteria: - Must have taken at least three of the following business courses; BSAD 201: Principles of Macroeconomics, BSAD 202: Principles of Microeconomics, BSAD 205: Accounting I, and BSAD 206: Accounting II. - Must have received the highest GPA in three of the courses listed above. - Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above - Must be participating in extra curriculum activities like sports or student affairs. - Must be in good conduct.

These awards are given to the student(s) who produce the best short fiction (or creative non-fiction) for the literary magazine each year. The literary magazine advisor selects a small committee of faculty members to rate the pieces that are selected for inclusion in the magazine.

These awards are given to the student(s) who produce the best art work for the literary magazine each year. The literary magazine advisor asks an independent juror (a local artist, usually) to rate the work that is to be published in the magazine.

This award is given annually for academic achievement in biology courses at SMC. Winners must have completed at least two semesters of biology classes or be currently enrolled in their second biology course. Winners are chosen from those with the highest grades in their biology coursework. Consideration is given to the following additional information: taking biology courses from more than one biology professor, acting as a tutor for the biology courses, taking the Zoology or Botany course and providing in-class leadership.

The American Legion Award is given annually to graduating sophomores (one male and one female) who display qualities of honor, courage, scholarship, leadership, service and character.

The Achievement Award in Service is given annually to graduating sophomores who have made significant contributions to the SMC community in the area of service.

The Achievement Award in Leadership is given annually to graduating sophomores who have made significant contributions to the SMC community in the area of leadership.

The Achievement in Athletics Award is given annually to graduating sophomores who have made significant contributions to the SMC community in the area of athletics.

The Achievement Award in Academics is given annually to graduating sophomores who have made significant contributions to the SMC community in the area of academics.

The A.J.R. Helmus Poetry Awards are given annually to three students who produce the best poetry during the year. Award winners are selected by a small committee of faculty members who rate the pieces selected for inclusion in the magazine. Winners receive a cash prize.

The A. G. Carter Literary Award is given annually in memory of the late Dean A. G. Carter, Professor of English Literature, and is presented to the student who displays qualities of excellence in composition and literature. Winners are chosen by English Division faculty and receive a framed certificate and cash prize.

On April 4, 2017, 18 Spartanburg Methodist College students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the national scholastic honor society for students at two-year colleges. Membership in Phi Theta Kappa requires an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher with a minimum of 16 academic hours. Students must be of good moral character and possess recognized good qualities of citizenship.

On April 4, 2017, 29 Spartanburg Methodist College students were inducted into Psi Beta, the national Psychology honor society for students at two-year colleges. Membership in Psi Beta requires an overall GPA of 3.25, completion of 12 academic hours with a B average in Psychology 101 and/or Psychology 201 and a high standard of personal behavior and integrity is required.

On April 4, 2017, 19 Spartanburg Methodist College students were inducted into Sigma Kappa Delta, the national English honor society for students at two-year colleges. Membership in Sigma Kappa Delta requires an overall G.P.A. of 3.3 with a B average in a minimum of one college course in English or literature.

The 2016-2017 GC Softball Team has been announced.

Sophomore Madison Morehead of Spartanburg successfully organized and produced an event to raise awareness of human trafficking. "27 Has a Name" included student performances in drama and dance, a photography exhibit and guest speakers. Held on February 27 on SMC's campus, the event generated positive news coverage for the college and successfully informed audiences of the scourge that is human trafficking.

Dr. Anita K. Bowles, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Development at Spartanburg Methodist College, is pleased to announce the students included on the President's List for grades earned during the fall 2016 academic semester. President's List students have achieved a grade point average of 3.8 or higher.

Dr. Anita K. Bowles, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Development, is pleased to announce the students included on the President's List for grades earned during the fall 2016 academic semester. President's List students have achieved a grade point average of 3.8 or higher.

Dr. Anita K. Bowles, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Development, is pleased to announce the students included on the Dean's List for grades earned during the fall 2016 academic semester. Dean's List students must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average.

Dr. Anita K. Bowles, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Development at Spartanburg Methodist College, is pleased to announce the students included on the Dean's List for grades earned during the fall 2016 academic semester. Dean's list students must earn at least a 3.5 grade-point average.

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