Face of an angel, heart of a lion

In December 2004 Brandy Roberts had a semester of school under her belt and was working in the purchasing office at CSU. This was her second go around at Charleston Southern. In 1994 she had completed a year of school, but when her daughter, Lynlee, was born with health problems, Roberts chose to stay home. Now it was time to finish what she had started. But the prospect for completing her education looked dim when during a Christmas party that year she received an urgent phone... Read More

Gone Fishin’

There are no Halls of Fame for teachers. If there were, Charleston Southern University professors Dr. Jim Barrier and Mr. Steve Best would be enshrined in the biology wing. They’ve put up Hall of Fame numbers. Working side by side in the biology department at CSU since 1973, Barrier and Best have 77 years combined teaching experience, producing 871 biology graduates. They have taught literally thousands of Charleston Southern students. Now all that’s needed is the hall to... Read More

Mexico mission trip inspires New Vision

The New Vision Vocal Ensemble traveled on mission to Mexico City Jan. 4-11. The group of 20 included New Vision Director Allen Hendricks and Spanish professor Dr. Pamela Peek. Hosted by International Mission Board missionary David Boyter, the schedule included worship opportunities in an assortment of places including outdoor venues, a homeless shelter, and a rainy day spent under a tarp which housed several families. Worship at the homeless shelter impacted many of the students,... Read More

Propes is MVP of business success

Mary Propes, CEO of MVP Group International, addressed CSU students receiving bachelor of arts and bachelor of science degrees. Propes currently employs six Charleston Southern graduates and serves on the University’s Board of Visitors. She is a firm believer that God uses every day, ordinary people, and His timing is always right. MVP Group International is the parent company for numerous divisions, including Olde South Candle Company and Carolina Candle. Propes’ journey... Read More

Attaway: Hard work equals success

The fact that Billie Attaway was physically standing on the stage provided a measure of hope for the fall 2009 graduating class. In 2004, Attaway was diagnosed with stage four malignant squamous cell cancer in his throat. Doctors at the renowned Mayo Clinic offered a grim prognosis; there was a 30 percent chance of survival. Five years and dozens of radiation and chemotherapy treatments later, Attaway delivered the first of two commencement speeches. Attaway, a Charleston entrepreneur... Read More

CSU receives three national honors

The University recently received three national honors. America’s Best Christian Colleges® has included Charleston Southern University on its 2009-2010 list. Charleston Southern has made the list for 11 consecutive years. Also named to the list from South Carolina are Anderson, Erskine and Presbyterian. Colleges are selected on the basis of entering grades of the freshmen class, SAT/ACT scores equal to or above the national average and an institution providing an education... Read More

Goods Hopes to Use Degree, Experience to Help Others

Quinton Goods, who will graduate in May with a degree in social science, plans to use his years of basketball experience as a way to help others upon the completion of his playing career. Specifically, Goods will use basketball as a means to teach and work with youth who are less fortunate than himself. “I definitely want to use my degree when I’m done with basketball,” says Goods. “I want to teach and work with youth in some capacity. That’s my passion in life.” Goods... Read More

Tough Times Lead to Strength for Blackmon

You could say Billy Blackmon has had to deal with his fair share of adversity during his basketball career. The senior from Wabasso, Fla., has faced numerous obstacles as a collegian, many of them strong enough on their own to break the spirit of a lesser man. But Blackmon has a heart big enough to match his 6’10” frame. When the struggles of life threatened to sack his promising hoops career not once, but three times, he buckled down and overcame the challenge. “I knew... Read More