The Catholic College of the South
Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Students,
Learn about our recent Pre-Law Panel, the current performances by the Abbey Players, and the great work of our faculty in our community and beyond! Celebrate some of the recent accolades for our Abbey Athletes and the strides we’re making for the Arts in Gaston County!
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Belmont, N.C. (November 3, 2025) – Belmont Abbey College announces the launch of a new Belmont Abbey Skills Marketplace, an online platform offering short-term credentials and professional certificate programs designed to meet evolving workforce demands of the greater Charlotte region. Developed in partnership with Acadeum, the nation’s leading course-sharing network, the Belmont Abbey Skills Marketplace offers flexible and affordable learning opportunities that directly connect to in-demand careers.
“Belmont Abbey is deeply committed to forming the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—while helping students pursue their passions,” said Dr. Brad Frazier, Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School. “The Skills Marketplace builds on that mission by offering new pathways for learners at every stage of life to gain affordable, career-aligned credentials that meet employer demands.”
The Skills Marketplace features more than 80 curated certificate programs in high-demand fields, including Information Technology, Healthcare, Business, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science. Learners can access the Skills Marketplace from any online device and choose from programs developed by trusted online education providers such as Coursera and MedCerts. Each module is offered fully online and can be completed at the learner’s own pace. Recognizing the high cost often associated with industry training, the college developed the Skills Marketplace to provide these courses at a more affordable rate.
The Skills Marketplace curriculum and platform not only meet employer needs but also align with shifting attitudes toward higher education, providing learners with in-demand skills valued by today’s and future employers. Research shows that an increasing number of learners are seeking flexible, self-guided online opportunities—such as industry-specific certificates and other résumé-enhancing micro-credentials—to complement traditional degree programs.
This initiative reflects the Abbey’s ongoing commitment to student success, bridging the gap between traditional degree programs and the growing demand for microcredentials that enhance employability and lifelong learning.
To learn more about the Belmont Abbey Skills Marketplace, visit www.belmontabbeycollege.edu/skillsmarketplace.
About Belmont Abbey College: Founded in 1876, Belmont Abbey College is a private, Catholic baccalaureate and liberal arts institution. Our mission is to educate students in the liberal arts and sciences so that in all things God may be glorified. Guided by the Catholic intellectual tradition and the Benedictine spirit of prayer and learning, we welcome a diverse body of students and provide them with an education that will enable them to lead lives of integrity, to succeed professionally, to become responsible citizens, and to be a blessing to themselves and to others. Our beautiful and historic campus is conveniently located just 10 miles west of Charlotte, N.C., and is currently home to more than 1500 students. For more information, visit belmontabbeycollege.edu.
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Contact: Sarah Bolton
P: 704-461-7016 E: sarahbolton@bac.edu
Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Students,
Learn all about what we’ve been doing at the Abbey!
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Belmont, N.C. (October 28, 2025) – Belmont Abbey College celebrated its second graduate commencement ceremony, conferring degrees upon 53 students across seven master’s programs on October 18th, 2025. This event marked the inaugural graduation of the Master of Classical and Liberal Education and the Master of Arts in Communication.
The ceremony also honored graduates from the Master of Arts in Leadership, Master of Business Administration, Master of Health Administration, Master of Science in Data Analytics, and Master of Science in Nursing programs. These programs have prepared graduates not only to become future leaders in business, healthcare, and education, but also to lead purposeful and principled lives rooted in integrity.
In anticipation of commencement, graduates of the Master of Classical and Liberal Education participated in the inaugural Sharing Salt Conference, a gathering designed to foster dialogue, learning, and community among current graduates, educators, and advocates of classical education.
“This commencement is more than a celebration of academic achievement—it is a testament to the hard work, discipline, and values that our graduate students carry forward into the world,” said Dr. Brad Frazier, Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School, who served as Master of Ceremonies.
Dr. Joseph Wysocki, Interim President and Provost, addressed the graduates with a message of encouragement and reflection, highlighting the significance of their academic achievements and the college’s ongoing mission. “The world needs more Abbey alumni in professional leadership,” said Dr. Wysocki. “Leaders who not only succeed in their fields but who live with integrity, courage, and purpose. You are a vital part of our mission to renew the world through truth and virtue.”
The ceremony took place outdoors in front of the historic Basilica of Mary Help of Christians, a cherished Abbey tradition. Following the ceremony, graduates, families, faculty, and friends gathered for a celebratory reception.
This commencement represented not only the academic success of the graduates but also their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to living purposeful, values-driven lives.
For more information about Belmont Abbey College and its programs, visit www.belmontabbeycollege.edu.
About Belmont Abbey College: Founded in 1876, Belmont Abbey College is a private, Catholic baccalaureate and liberal arts institution. Our mission is to educate students in the liberal arts and sciences so that in all things God may be glorified. Guided by the Catholic intellectual tradition and the Benedictine spirit of prayer and learning, we welcome a diverse body of students and provide them with an education that will enable them to lead lives of integrity, to succeed professionally, to become responsible citizens, and to be a blessing to themselves and to others. Our beautiful and historic campus is conveniently located just 10 miles west of Charlotte, N.C., and is currently home to more than 1500 students. For more information, visit belmontabbeycollege.edu.
For Immediate Release
Contact: Sarah Bolton
P: 704-461-7016 E: sarahbolton@bac.edu
Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Students,
As always, the Abbey has had many things to celebrate! Hear about our graduate commencement, our Sharing Salt Conference, the moving performances from our Performing Arts Department, the President’s Ball, and the excellence in athletics!
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