category: Campus News Carson-Newman again named a 2015-16 “College of Distinction” and “Christian College of Distinction” category: Campus News | May 15, 2015 (May 14, 2015) – Carson-Newman University has been named again a “College of Distinction” and a “Christian College of Distinction” for 2015-2016. Carson-Newman is one of a select group of colleges to earn the prestigious designation, based on its excellence in four distinctions: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant campus communities and successful outcomes. The honor comes from the organization Colleges of Distinction. “We are tremendously honored to be recognized as both a College of Distinction and Christian College of Distinction,” said Carson-Newman University President J. Randall O’Brien. “Our faculty and staff take their roles very seriously in keeping students the focus of what we do. They are the reason we are here. I think this honor speaks to that commitment.“ High school college counselors and educators nominate colleges and universities for recognition by Colleges of Distinction, which then evaluates each school based on qualitative and quantitative research. The colleges and universities are not ranked and instead are members of a consortium of other equally impressive schools. Colleges of Distinction looks beyond rankings and test scores to find colleges that are the ideal places to learn, grow and succeed. The selection process reviews such factors as the school’s first year experience, general education program, experiential components of the curriculum, the strategic plan and alumni success and satisfaction. “We focus on colleges that are deeply dedicated to students’ learning,” said Tyson Schritter, executive editor of Colleges of Distinction. “Schools designated as ‘Colleges of Distinction’ offer innovative learning experiences that educate, nurture and transform students.” To view Carson-Newman’s profile or to find more information about the online guide, visit: CollegeosfDistinction.com
Campus News Ball and Richards named 2025 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award recipients Carson-Newman University announced that Samantha Ball and Oluwafemi Richards are recipients of the 2025 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award. The recognition, announced during C-N’s Honors Convocation, is the highest honor the […]
Campus News Carson-Newman presents highest faculty, staff honors Carson-Newman University presented some of its highest awards to faculty and staff during its 56th annual Honors Convocation on April 15. Those honored were Tom Griffin, Dr. Shawn O’Hare, Melissa […]
Campus News Forgoing beach towels, Carson-Newman students use spring break to help others Dozens of Carson-Newman students recently returned from a spring break week that was anything but traditional. Grouped in teams, students took part in multiple mission trips around the globe – […]