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SAGU goes green with reusable to-go container program
Jan 31, 2012 - Campus Culture News
Waxahachie, Texas – January 31, 2012 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Dining Services has implemented a reusable to-go food container program. “The health and safet...
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Renowned educator Carrie Abbott addresses students about biblical perspectives of gender
Jan 31, 2012 - Campus Culture News
Waxahachie, Texas – January 31, 2012 – Carrie Abbott, a leading communicator and educator on human sexuality and relationships, spoke during chapel at Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAG...
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Alumnus serves as hospital chaplain
Jan 26, 2012 - Alumni News
Waxahachie, Texas – January 26, 2012 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) alumnus James Austin serves as a chaplain resident for Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Aus...
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"To Every Nation" documentary released on SAGUtv
Jan 26, 2012 - Communication Arts News
Waxahachie, Texas – January 26, 2012 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Digital Media Arts students joined student-led missionary teams to create a groundbreaking, feature-length do...
Read moreStudents witness spiritual awakening at "Revival Prayer"
Waxahachie, TX – January 17, 2012 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) Revival Prayer is a weekly prayer meeting hosted by Southwestern Missions Association (SMA). Students meet in the…
SAGU Worship song to to be featured on Worship Leader Song DISCovery
Waxahachie, TX – January 17, 2012 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) original worship song “Shine” from the “In All The Earth” album will be featured on Worship Leader…
Student produces worship album
Waxahachie, TX – January 16, 2012 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) sophomore Joseph Drinkard recorded his first album titled “I Serve A King”. After a series of personal crises,…
Alumnus starts hip-hop ministry
Waxahachie, TX – January 12, 2012 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) alumnus Jeremy Russell ministers to youth through rap and hip-hop music. Russell, also known as “Protégé", founded…
Sports Update: January 12, 2012
SAGU receives Champions of Character Five Star Award Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) is a recipient of The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Champions of Character Five Star Award…
Student wins $23,000 Dr. Pepper scholarship
Waxahachie, TX – January 11, 2012 – On January 6, Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) junior Glorie Ndongala won the runner-up $23,000 tuition prize after competing for the grand prize of…
Alumnus leads opening prayer for U.S. Congress
Waxahachie, TX - December 19, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) alumnus Bryan Thiessen was selected by Pennsylvania Congressman Tim Murphy (18th district) to give the invocation for…
Students raise more than $24,000 for giving project
Waxahachie, TX – December 8, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) students and sponsors have raised $24,105 for the semester giving project, surpassing the set goal of $22,000.…
Psychology department hosts HopeLine Crisis Call Center
Waxahachie, TX – December 7, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) psychology students are participating in SAGU’s HopeLine Crisis Call Center through Dawson McAllister Live Radio show (DMLive). TheHopeLine…
Lions Basketball makes NAIA Coaches Poll
SAGU one of three RRAC teams ranked Flying under the radar, team now a blip on ratings screen WAXAHACHIE, Texas -- The Southwestern Assemblies of God University men’s basketball team, off to their best start in…
Weekend Sports Update: December 5, 2011
Volleyball The Lady Lions left Nationals with a 1-3 record, yet still produced another successful season at 23-18. This season, the team had notable wins against Friends University, John Brown University and…
“In All the Earth” album now available on iTunes, Amazon, eMusic and CDbaby
Waxahachie, TX – December 5, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) released its live worship recording “In All the Earth” on Thursday, November 3, 2011. Recording for the…
SAGU celebrates its 100th Commencement ceremony
Waxahachie, TX – December 2, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) will hold its 100th Commencement ceremony at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 9 in the Sheaffer Full…
Alumni involved with international adoption programs
Waxahachie, TX – December 1, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) graduate history alumni Darren Sapp and Darren Lewis met through the School of Distance Education (SDE) and,…
SAGU Sports Update: Nationals
Volleyball The Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) women’s volleyball team won against #4 seed Malone University (Ohio), 3-2, December 1, 2011, at the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Nationals…
Student hosts human trafficking awareness event
Waxahachie, TX – December 1, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) student and social work major Desiree Richards partners with Hope Spring Safe House to host a human…
SAGU Theatre presents "Over the River and Through the Woods"
Waxahachie, TX – November 29, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University's (SAGU) Theatre will perform “Over the River and Through the Woods,” December 1-3 at 7:30 p.m. and December…
SAGU receives $7.8 million in gifts in four months
Waxahachie, TX – November 28, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) has received $7,800,000 in donor gifts in the past four months. Five million dollars of the donation…
Professor holds “World Series of Math"
Waxahachie, TX – November 23, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) professor Tom Ferguson hosted a “World Series of Math” competition with students from his college algebra classes. For…
Weekend Sports Update: Thanksgiving
Men’s Soccer SAGU hosted the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Division I Central Regionals from November 17-19. Of the six teams, the Lions were the sixth seed. On Thursday, SAGU…
SAGU men show that chivalry isn't dead
Waxahachie, TX – November 18, 2011 – Fresh Friday is a new movement on the Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) campus. Its purpose is to promote chivalry among male…
Fans witness the birth of a tradition, SAGU Snowstorm
Waxahachie, TX – November 16, 2011 – During Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) Men’s Basketball game against Sterling College (KS), Saturday, November 12, fans launched more than 2,000 pingpong…
SAGU ranks 8th in midsize companies in The Dallas Morning News’ 2011 Top 100 Places to Work
Waxahachie, TX – November 14, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies God University (SAGU) ranked 8th in midsize companies in The Dallas Morning News’ Top 100 Workplaces in DFW on Sunday, November…
SAGU Volleyball at the Red River Tournament streams live
Lady Lions in RRAC Tourney SAGU takes on Texas Wesleyan at 1:00pm BROWNSVILLE, Texas -- The Southwestern Assemblies of God University women's volleyball team, in the Red River Athletic Conference tournament for…
SAGU couple loses a combined 220 pounds
Waxahachie, TX – November 11, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) staff members Jeff and Heather Francis have each lost over one hundred pounds this year. “I had been…
Students receive Making THE Difference Scholarships
Waxahachie, TX - November 10, 2011 - Nine Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) students have been awarded Making THE Difference (MTD) Scholarships. A total of $120,000 in MTD Scholarships have been awarded…
Alumna to compete on “Food Network Challenge,” November 13
Waxahachie, TX – November 8, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) alumna Wendy Weixel Collinsworth will appear on the Food Network Channel’s “Food Network Challenge” on Sunday, November…
Students showcase talents at Teeter Coffee House
Waxahachie, TX – November 8, 2011 – For the past three semesters, Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Teeter Dormitory has hosted Teeter Coffee House. The event showcases Teeter residents’…
Alumnus serves as youth pastor at The Potter’s House
Waxahachie, TX – November 7, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) alumnus Drew Castillo serves as “The Fire House” youth pastor at The Potter’s House in Dallas, TX.…
SAGU releases live recording “In All the Earth"
Waxahachie, TX – November 3, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) releases its live worship recording Thursday, November 3, 2011. Recording for the album occurred during Late Night…
SAGU hosts Credentialing Day 2011
Waxahachie, TX – November 1, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) held its fourth annual Credentialing Day on October 27, 2011. Credentialing Day allows students to meet with…
Weekend Sports Update: October 29
Waxhachie, TX – November 1, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) volleyball beat Mid-American Christian University, 3-1, on Saturday, October 29. The same day, SAGU’s Women’s soccer team…
Missionaries and APSAI students evacuate Bangkok
Waxahachie, TX - October 28, 2011 - Assemblies of God Missionary Wayne Brown and his family, 13 Asia Pacific Student Abroad Initiative (APSAI) students, and five other missionaries have evacuated…
Alumna serves as SMU Chi Alpha pastor
Waxahachie, TX – October 28, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) alumna Mandy (Bass) Pathak serves alongside husband Shomik in the Chi Alpha ministry at Southern Methodist University…
Delmer and Eleanor Guynes memorialized in dormitory
Waxahachie, TX – October 26, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) memorialized Delmer and Eleanor Guynes with a wall display during the Homecoming events held on Friday, October…
Weekend Sports Update
Volleyball Tyler, Texas – October 22, 2011 – The SAGU Lady Lions volleyball team had a landslide win against the Texas College Steers. They won 3-0, with a match set of…
Athletic Student Profile: Joe Ballah, future medical missionary to Liberia
Waxahachie, TX – October 21, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) sophomore Joe Ballah was recruited by Aaron DeLoach last year to play on SAGU’s men’s soccer team.…
SAGU Theatre presents “The Boys Next Door,” October 27-30
Waxahachie, TX – October 20, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Theatre will perform "The Boy Next Door," October 27 – 30. The play is about the lives of four…
Alumna receives Milken Educator Award
Waxahachie, TX – October 18, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Alumna Andrea Morales McKenna was presented with a Milken Educator Award on October 7, 2011. McKenna is…
All-Steinway concert and awarding to be held October 20
By Lauren A. Kwedar Waxahachie, TX – October 18, 2011 – Casey D. Saliba, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Steinway Hall – Dallas/Fort Worth/Plano, confirmed today that Southwestern Assemblies of…
Communication Arts adds new faculty
Waxahachie, TX – October 14, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) Communication Arts Department hired Ursula Gutierrez and Julia Hunt as faculty members this fall. Ursula Gutierrez, a Florida…
The Harvesters minister in India
Click on thumbnail to view full photo Waxahachie, TX – October 11, 2011 – This summer, May 17-25, Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Harvesters singing group traveled to Mercy Hospital in…
SAGU hosts Biblical Archaeology seminar
Waxahachie, TX - October 10, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) will host a Biblical Archaeology Seminar October 11-13, 2011. The seminar is free and open to the…
Espinoza named Libero of the Week
Waxahachie, TX – October 7, 2011 – Laura Espinoza of Southwestern Assemblies of God University's (SAGU) volleyball team was named the Libero of the Week (September 26 – October 2)…
Athletics plan fall ministry opportunities
Waxahachie, TX – October 6, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) Director of Sports Medicine Jaroy Carpenter will lead student athletes in various outreach ministries locally and abroad…
History Society visits Vicksburg
Waxahachie, TX - October 4, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) History Society visited Vicksburg, Mississippi, September 23-24. Twelve students and faculty visited the city's National Military Park…
SMA challenges student body to 30-day prayer
Waxahachie, TX - September 29, 2011 - The Southwestern Missions Association (SMA) launched the Live-Dead Challenge on Friday, September 23. The 30-day challenge is a call for the Southwestern Assemblies…
Communication Arts plans for the semester
Waxahachie, TX – September 28, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Theatre is planning for two plays this semester: "The Boys Next Door” on October 27-30 and "Over…
SAGU reaches third consecutive fall enrollment over 2,000 students
Waxahachie, TX – September 22, 2011 – This year, Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) achieved its third consecutive fall enrollment above 2,000 students with a total of 2,023. On-campus…
Student wins UPS scholarship
Waxahachie, TX - September 19, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) freshman Brittney Matthews has been selected to receive a $2,400 UPS Scholarship provided through the ICUT Foundation.…
SAGU hosts Royal Family Kids Camp
Waxahachie, TX – September 16, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) hosted its first Royal Family Kids Camp. Students and staff members volunteered the first week of July…
Lions Football wins first game
Waxahachie, TX – September 16, 2011 – In a college football game dominated by the defense, it was a last minute score by an offensive unit that capped a wild…
SAGU holds reception for scholarship recipients
Waxahachie, TX – September 13, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) held a dessert reception hosted by President and Mrs. Kermit Bridges for the Vada Swick Hagee, James…
Sporting events to broadcast live
Waxahachie, TX – September 9, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Media Services will live stream its sporting events again this fall. The first live broadcast will be…
Lion’s Den serves sushi
Waxahachie, TX – September 7, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) cafe’, The Lion’s Den, began serving “Yummi Sushi” for the first time Monday, August 29. Fresh sushi is…
SAGU hosts “The Influence of Christianity on Culture and Politics"
SAGU's School of Distance Education and Harrison School of Graduate Studies will host the Fall 2011 Fly-In seminar entitled "Influence of Christianity on Culture and Politics.” The event will feature…
SAGU hosts 5K run for Senegal school
Waxahachie, TX – August 26, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Student Missions Association (SMA) partners with SAGU alumna Amy Farley to host a 5K run/walk on October…
Professor Wyckoff receives Delta Alpha Award
Waxahachie, TX – August 23, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Graduate Chair of Theological Studies John Wyckoff was awarded the Delta Alpha Award by the Alliance for…
SAGU completes cafeteria remodel
Waxahachie, TX – August 19, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) completed the Sheaffer Full Life Center (FLC) Cafeteria remodel Friday, August 12. The University’s cafeteria renovations include new…
Student starts awareness event in DFW
Waxahachie, TX – August 12, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) student and social work major Desiree Richards partners with Hope Spring Safe House to initiate an awareness…
SAGU hosts Pee Wee Cheer Camp
Waxahachie, TX – August 8, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) Cheer Team will host their annual Pee Wee Cheer Camp on Saturday, August 20, from 9 a.m.…
Rogers named Cheer Coach
Waxahachie, TX – August 8, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) named Alicia Rogers Cheer Coach last month. “This position is exactly what God has called me to do:…
Nichols named head soccer coach
Waxahachie, TX - August 4, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University announced Gerald Nichols as the men’s head soccer coach, Monday, August 1, 2011. “We are excited about the hiring…
SAGU.tv streams National Fine Arts
Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) online streaming service, SAGU.tv, will stream the Assemblies of God National Fine Arts (NFA) event in Phoenix, AZ, August 2-5, 2011, from 9:30 a.m –…
SAGU hosts 2011 National Bible Quizzers
Waxahachie, TX – July 19, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) hosted more than 300 students from the Assemblies of God 2011 National Bible Quiz Competition on Thursday,…
Shockley named head baseball coach
Waxahachie, TX – July 19, 2011 – Last week, Jonathan Shockley was named Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Head Baseball Coach. Formerly the Head Coach at Central Christian College (McPherson,…
SAGU helps Bethany University students continue education
Looking for the information page about SAGU's special offer to Bethany University transfer students? Click here for full details. Waxahachie, TX - June 15, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University…
SAGU serves as community resource
Waxahachie, TX - June 15, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) opens its campus for several events this summer. Since May, SAGU has hosted North Texas Fine Arts,…
SAGU announces Fall 2011 University Scholars
Waxahachie, TX - June 6, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University awards its 2011 full-tuition University Scholarship to four freshman (in alphabetical order): Emily Jones (Flagstaff, AZ), Joseph Kendrick…
SAGU begins cafeteria remodel
Waxahachie, TX – May 19, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) began fully remodeling the Sheaffer Full Life Center (FLC) Cafeteria May 2 to update the facility and…
SAGU gives to Ning Bible translation
By Jason Rutel Waxahachie, TX - May 17, 2011 - Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) students gave to the Bible translation for the Ning people of Tanzania, Africa for their…
Eleanor Guynes Memorial Service to be streamed, Friday, May 20, 2PM
Kind Words "Thank you Lord for a faithful servant!" Terrell Welch "Heaven just received another hero of the faith." Anita Cook "My deepest sympathy to the Guynes family. She was a great woman of God…
SAGU President Announces New Building Project
Waxahachie, TX – May 13, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) plans to break ground on its state-of-the-art World Communication Center (WCC) Fall 2012. SAGU President Bridges met with…
SAGU Student Film “Murdoch” Wins Three Awards
Waxahachie, TX – May 12, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s Communication Arts department received three awards for their most recent student film “Murdoch” at the WorldFest Film Festival…
SAGU Seeks New Professors as University Grows
Waxahachie, TX – May 7, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) seeks new professors as the university grows. With growing academic programs and increased enrollment, the university seeks…
SAGU Offers New Financial Aid Opportunities
Waxahachie, TX – May 4, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) will offer new financial aid opportunities for Fall 2011. SAGU has increased overall scholarships by 115% and doubled…
Spring 2011 Commencement
Waxahachie, TX – April 26, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) will hold its 99th commencement ceremony this Friday, April 29 at 6 p.m. in the Sheaffer Full…
SAGU Announces New Men's Head Basketball Coach
Written by Mark "Link" Warde Waxahachie, Texas – April 19, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) announces Donnie Bostwick as the head Men’s Basketball coach. SAGU President Dr. Kermit Bridges…
Foster Music Center Damaged After Recent Storm
Waxahachie, TX – April, 19, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Foster Music Center suffered structural damages from the severe thunderstorm that hit Waxahachie early Monday morning, April…
Criminal Justice Students Win at Explorers Competition
Waxahachie, TX – April 15, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s (SAGU) Criminal Justice students won two categories at the Texas Law Enforcement Explorers Advisors Association (TLEEAA) State Competition…
ImpACT Saturday Partners with Local Apartment Complex
Written by Krystle Sonmore Waxahachie, TX – April 13, 2011 – ImpACT Saturday, a service ministry group from Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU), had their second outreach last Saturday April…
SAGU Music Department Launches Spring 2011 Tour
Waxahachie, TX – April 12, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Music Department’s Chorale and Jazz Band launched their Spring 2011 Tour March 31 – April 2. The…
Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth Speaks in Chapel
Waxahachie, TX - April 8, 2011 - Holocaust survivor Irving Roth spoke during Southwestern Assemblies of God University's chapel service last Thursday, March 31. Roth partners with Christians United for…
Business Department Offers Management Information Systems
Waxahachie, TX – March, 29, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Business Department will offer a Management Information Systems (MIS) Specialization for Fall 2011. The specialization is intended…
Lady Lions Basketball Ministers at Pregnancy Center
Waxahachie, TX – March 25, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lady Lions basketball team had the opportunity to minister at Heartline Pregnancy Center in Warsaw, Indiana on…
English Professor Launches Poetry Open Mic Night
Waxahachie, TX – March 22, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) English Professor Amy George partners with Zula’s Coffee House to launch "The Circle" poetry open mic night…
SAGU Career Services Hosts Etiquette Dinner
Waxahachie, TX – March 17, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Career Services and Aramark food services hosted a career etiquette dinner on February 28, 2011. The purpose…
President Bridges Speaks About Campus Plans
Waxahachie, TX - March 5, President Kermit Bridges presented to students a series of new developments on the horizon. The following is his presentation as it was streamed on SAGU.tv.…
History Department Hosts "Behind Enemy Lines"
Waxahachie, TX – February 25, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) History Department will host “Behind the Lines: Combat and Culture 1914-1945” seminar next week March 1-3, 2011.…
SAGU Participates in Joint Assemblies of God School Prayer
Waxahachie, TX – February 24, 2011 – Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) joined 18 other Assemblies of God colleges in prayer on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. The Alliance for…
