Crossroads

March 20, 2021 By bacw Leave a Comment

Alumna Named Jackson County Schools Superintendent

Belmont Abbey College graduate, Dr. Dana Ayers, was recently named the Jackson County Schools Superintendent. Dana studied Elementary Education during her time at the Abbey and eventually went on to pursue a Masters in School Administration and Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Congratulations, Dana!

Click here to read the full account of Dana’s appointment.

March 17, 2021 By bacw Leave a Comment

Gaston County’s First Master’s Degree

Belmont Abbey College recently announced its first graduate degree program! This degree program in Health Administration is the first graduate program of many that the college plans to provide in the future. This also marks the first master’s degree available in Gaston County!

The Gaston’s Gazette’s Gavin Stewart recently marked this historical event by highlighting the Abbey’s new program.

Click here to read the Gaston Gazette’s full article.

Click here to learn more about the Master of Health Administration.

March 13, 2021 By bacw Leave a Comment

The Abbey Attic: Episode 3

Calling all sports fans: this is the Abbey Attic episode for you! Abbey Alumnus Brendan Reilly ’91 shares his collection of sports memorabilia with us via Zoom. Brendan’s years as a golf professional have brought him several exciting opportunities and keepsakes, from a jacket that the Abbey’s own Al McGuire once owned to a huge pair of shoes.

Click here to watch the full video.

Click here if you have an item or collection you’d like to share with The Abbey Attic.

March 12, 2021 By bacw Leave a Comment

WBTV Features Belmont Abbey College Connect

Belmont Abbey College Connect is a partnership between Belmont Abbey College and Gaston College assisting students in completing their four-year degree.

Recently, Dr. Travis Feezell, Belmont Abbey College Provost, was interviewed on WBTV to discuss this historic partnership.

Click here to watch the full segment on WBTV.

Click here to learn more about Belmont Abbey College Connect.

March 11, 2021 By bacw Leave a Comment

Carolina Catholic Radio Network Features Belmont Abbey College

On March 1st, Carolina Catholic Radio Network featured Belmont Abbey College in their Carolina Catholic News Update.

The update highlighted the Abbey’s Jump Start program and the recent announcement of Belmont Abbey College Connect program in conjunction with Gaston College as well as the recent presentation given by Dr. Bill Thierfelder on the history of the Catholic Church in Gaston County.

Click here to read the complete update and see the full presentation by Dr. Thierfelder.