Staff News
CSU mourns golden employee of 55 years
Barbara “Binky” Mead, age 77, passed Sunday afternoon after a lengthy illness. A 55-year veteran staffer at Charleston Southern, Mead was well known for her impactful work with students and her unwavering commitment to the university. She began her time at CSU in admissions in 1967 and worked her way up to assistant dean of […]
| READ MORE: CSU mourns golden employee of 55 yearsStaff emeritus designation established
Three staff members representing 101 years of service were the first to receive the designation of staff emeritus during a reception in May. Ethel Croft, executive assistant emerita, served for 41 years at CSU. Croft was described as resourceful and long suffering. She arrived early and stayed late and was responsible for finding class locations […]
| READ MORE: Staff emeritus designation establishedNew VP of enrollment and marketing chosen for CSU
After a nationwide search this spring, Charleston Southern University is pleased to announce Dr. Anthony Turner as its new vice president of enrollment and marketing. “The Lord has answered our prayers in sending us a highly experienced professional to lead CSU to new heights in Enrollment and Marketing,” Interim VP of Enrollment Services and Marketing […]
| READ MORE: New VP of enrollment and marketing chosen for CSU55th Annual Academic and Student Life Awards
The 55th Annual Academic and Student Life Awards was a bit different this year. As much of the world is doing during the pandemic, Charleston Southern University committed to social distancing last month which meant pushing everything online. Spring events were canceled or modified to a virtual platform – that includes this year’s awards day. Dr. […]
| READ MORE: 55th Annual Academic and Student Life AwardsCSU hires Christian Studies dean and director of church relations
Charleston Southern University has named Dr. Ben Phillips as dean of the College of Christian Studies and Tom Clemmons as director of church relations. Prior to coming to CSU, Phillips was director of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s undergraduate program in the Texas Prison System and was associate professor of systematic theology at Southwestern’s Houston campus. […]
| READ MORE: CSU hires Christian Studies dean and director of church relationsKnow Safe Shelter Areas
It’s the time of year for thunderstorms and potential tornado outbreaks. Familiarize yourself with the safe shelter areas in the buildings you frequent on campus. Prepare now, so you can act quickly in the case of dangerous weather. Storm Shelter Areas Art Building: Interior rooms, restrooms. Ashby Hall: First floor restrooms, interior walls crouch and cover. Athletic […]
| READ MORE: Know Safe Shelter AreasJohnson and Keener named to Forty Under 40 list
The Charleston Regional Business Journal recently named two Charleston Southern employees to the 2019 class of Forty Under 40. Honorees are nominated by individuals and businesses. The CRBJ said, “The annual awards recognize the success and community involvement of 40 professionals under age 40 who are making their mark on the region from a mix […]
| READ MORE: Johnson and Keener named to Forty Under 40 listBackman’s faith flourishing
“God doesn’t speak things deep in our hearts just to mess with us,” said Jemima Backman.“Pray about it, but if it’s not coming out then you need to take it seriously and trust Him to come through.” Backman shared how learning to trust in the Lord was the only option for her life. In December, Jemima graduated with a master of […]
| READ MORE: Backman’s faith flourishingCarter receives MLK Jr. Humanitarian Award
Dean of Students Clark Carter was the Charleston Southern recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award at the recent Black History Intercollegiate Consortium’s MLK Celebration. Members of the consortium, CSU, Trident Tech, The Citadel, Medical University of South Carolina and the College of Charleston, each choose a person who exemplifies the values and […]
| READ MORE: Carter receives MLK Jr. Humanitarian AwardStaff, students restore Chapel organ; fully functional first time in 29 years
When the first notes from the organ in Lightsey Chapel sound at the HSM Faculty Recital Thursday, September 27, and the Combined Choral and Wind Ensemble Concert Friday, September 28, it will be the first time the organ has been fully functional since it was damaged during Hurricane Hugo 29 years and 1 week ago. […]
| READ MORE: Staff, students restore Chapel organ; fully functional first time in 29 years