William Carey University
William Carey University is a private Christian university located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It was founded in 1906 and is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various fields of study.
History[edit | edit source]
William Carey University was originally established as the Pearl River Boarding School in 1906. It was later renamed to Mississippi Woman's College in 1911. In 1954, the institution became coeducational and was renamed William Carey College in honor of William Carey, a British missionary and a key figure in the modern missionary movement. In 2006, the institution achieved university status and was renamed William Carey University.
Academics[edit | edit source]
William Carey University offers a wide range of academic programs through its various schools and colleges, including:
- School of Arts and Letters
- School of Business
- School of Education
- College of Health Sciences
- College of Osteopathic Medicine
- School of Music and Ministry Studies
- School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
- School of Pharmacy
The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Campus[edit | edit source]
The main campus of William Carey University is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The university also has a satellite campus in Biloxi, Mississippi, known as the Tradition campus. The Hattiesburg campus features various academic buildings, residence halls, and recreational facilities.
Athletics[edit | edit source]
William Carey University competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and is a member of the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC). The university's athletic teams are known as the Crusaders. The sports offered include:
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
Some notable alumni of William Carey University include:
- John Grisham, author
- Bobby Bright, former U.S. Representative
- Mack McInnis, former Mississippi State Senator
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of colleges and universities in Mississippi
- Southern Baptist Convention
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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