Welcome from the President

Thank you for visiting the Spartanburg Methodist College web site. It delights me to know that you are interested in our unique and very special institution. As you browse these pages, you will learn that we are the only two-year, independent, residential college in South Carolina. As such, we offer students an opportunity to complete general education courses that are required in the first two years for most liberal arts majors.

We intentionally have developed a campus environment that both nurtures and challenges students to reach their academic potential. Our dedicated faculty and staff offer academic and personal support to help students attain their goal of earning a college degree. Small classes and learning assistance programs at SMC enable students to excel in their academic work, thereby paving the way for trouble-free transfer to senior institutions or immediate entry into the job market.

Because we concentrate our efforts and resources on freshmen and sophomores, SMC students have opportunities to develop leadership skills without having to compete with juniors and seniors for leadership positions. We have many campus organizations that are available to all students and a wide variety of enjoyable student activities that promote student learning outside the classroom. We believe that the college experience should help students grow academically, socially, personally, and spiritually, and we focus our resources, programs, and activities to ensure that this is achieved.

Our campus ministry program offers students the opportunity to celebrate their faith through our campus worship services, activities, and service opportunities. Numerous organizations provide opportunities for students to get involved and serve others. "Service to others" is not just a slogan at SMC. It is our way of life.

After reviewing the remaining pages of our web site, I am convinced that you will understand what Spartanburg Methodist College offers those who choose to study and grow at our institution. SMC students develop life-long learning skills that serve them well throughout their life.

I encourage you to take the first step by applying for admission to Spartanburg Methodist College. You may do so on-line or by calling our Admissions Office. Our Admissions and Financial Aid counselors work to make it possible for students with financial need to enroll with us.

I hope you will join us for the best two years of your life at Spartanburg Methodist College!

Charles P. Teague
President

About President Teague

Dr. Charles Porter Teague became the sixth President of Spartanburg Methodist College in July, 1997.

Teague holds an Associate of Arts Degree from Brevard College, a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Religion and Philosophy from High Point College, a Master of Divinity degree from Emory University, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Emory University.

Having attended a two-year college, Teague is committed to the unique opportunities for academic success and leadership offered by SMC. He is actively involved in the South Carolina Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Teague is also actively involved in the community, having served as Chairman of the College Town Board of Directors. CollegeTown is a consortium of the six institutions of higher learning in Spartanburg County. Teague is also a member of the Downtown Spartanburg Rotary Club. He and his wife Daune are active participants and members of Central United Methodist Church in Spartanburg.

During Teague’s presidency, SMC has constructed two new residence halls – Bridges Residence Hall and Sparrow Residence Hall – and engaged in comprehensive renovations to several existing facilities and the campus athletic fields.

Prior to coming to SMC, Teague held various administrative and faculty positions at Brevard College, which included Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean of the Faculty, Executive Director of Community Education and Chairman of the Division of Humanities. He also served at Brevard as Professor of Religion and Chaplain. Teague was also a faculty member at High Point College for 12 years. He also served as Minister of Avery’s Creek United Methodist Church in Arden, N.C.

He and Daune have one daughter, Julie, who is an educator in North Carolina.