Spartanburg Methodist College

Given in memory of Samuel Haywood Poston of Spartanburg, SC, a 1951 graduate of Spartanburg Junior College, former chair and faithful member of the Alumni Council, this award is presented annually to a male student judged to be representative of the Christian qualities of compassion, forgiveness, justice, loving care of others and service to the community.

This award is given annually in honor of the first president of KSA, Rev. Thomas (Tommy) R. Bailey, to the member of Kappa Sigma Alpha who has exhibited outstanding service to humanity through their hours of community service through their dedication and accomplishment of the projects sponsored by KSA. The advisors select this student through careful reviewing of records of participation, hours of service and overall spirit as exhibited in the organization.

This award is given to one or more Presidential Ambassadors who has gone above and beyond their job description and expectations. They receive the award because they have welcomed and encouraged every student and family that they have come in contact with. Their passion for SMC radiates in everything they do, and they have made an impact on the recruitment process and the Presidential Ambassador Program.

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 Outstanding Pioneer Award is presented to a male and a female athlete for exhibiting excellence in academics, leadership, honesty, citizenship, responsibility, and dedication.

This award is given annually to the student who makes the greatest contribution to the Trailblazer, SMC's student newspaper.

This award is given annually for academic achievement in psychology courses at SMC. Winners must have finished Psychology 101 (General Psychology) and Psychology 201 (Developmental Psychology) with a final course grade of A in both and display academic discipline, integrity and leadership.

This award is given annually to a member or officer of Psi Beta who displays sound leadership, maturity and responsibility, as well as commitment and dedication to the organization.

This award is given annually to an outstanding student who has completed at least two religion courses with superior grades. The recipient is determined by the faculty who teach religious courses.

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

This award is given annually to an outstanding student in music. The recipient is determined by the faculty who teach music courses.

This award is given annually to one or more students who display qualities of excellence in mathematical skills and are judged the most outstanding in mathematics.

The Chemistry Award is given annually to the top student in the discipline. 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 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.

This award is given annually by SMC on the recommendation of the business faculty to one or more outstanding students 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 extracurricular activities like sports or student affairs - Must be in good conduct

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 May 8, 2021 Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC) celebrated the graduation of the 2021 class. The ceremony was held at Spartanburg High School's football stadium. Included in the graduating class was the first ever bachelor's degree graduates from SMC.

Kris Neely, Interim Provost, is pleased to announce the students included on the President's List for grades earned during the spring 2021 academic semester. President's List students have achieved a grade point average of 3.8 or higher.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Joe Donofrio, D.C., A.C.P., is pleased to announce the students included on Sherman College's President's List for grades earned during the winter 2021 academic quarter. President's List students have achieved a grade point average of 4.0 for the quarter.

Kris Neely, Interim Provost, is pleased to announce the students included on the Dean's List for grades earned during the spring 2021 academic semester. Dean's List students have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Joe Donofrio, D.C., A.C.P., is pleased to announce the students included on Sherman College's Dean's List for grades earned during the fall 2020 academic quarter. Dean's List students have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the quarter.

A new group of interns is now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of internship prior to graduation from the Doctor of Chiropractic program.

College of Charleston congratulates more than 2050 students who were named to the President's List and Dean's List for Fall 2020.

2,329 undergraduate students at Coastal Carolina University were named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2020 semester. That's nearly a quarter of the student body with a grade point average between 3.5-3.99 for the fall semester. An additional 930 students were named to the President's List for achieving a 4.0 GPA during the fall semester.

For the fall 2020 semester, the University of North Georgia awarded more than 1,000 degrees and certificates to graduates. Nearly 600 of those graduates walked across the stage of the Convocation Center Dec. 5-6 in 52 mini-ceremonies created to follow social distancing guidelines and prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Dr. Mark Gibbs, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, is pleased to announce the students included on the Dean's List for grades earned during the fall 2020 academic semester. Dean's List students have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

Dr. Mark Gibbs, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, is pleased to announce the students included on the President's List for grades earned during the fall 2020 academic semester. President's List students have achieved a grade point average of 3.8 or higher.

Vice President for Academic Affairs Joe Donofrio, D.C., A.C.P., is pleased to announce the students included on Sherman College's Dean's List for grades earned during the summer 2020 academic quarter. Dean's List students have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the quarter.

The seniors of the Class of 2021 were celebrated with a traditional Ring Presentation Ceremony at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25, in McAlister Field House, attended by the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, Veteran and Active Duty students. Attendance at the ceremony was restricted to only ring-eligible seniors due to the need for social distancing to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but the event included the same rich traditions that recipients anticipated for this important milestone.