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Piedmont University is a private university in Demorest and Athens, Georgia. Founded in 1897, Piedmont's Demorest campus includes 300 acres in a traditional residential-college setting located in the foothills of the northeast Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains.[9] Total enrollment is approximately 2,500 students and the campus includes ten residence halls housing more than 750 students.[10]

Key Information

Piedmont College offers more than 50 undergraduate academic programs in the Schools of Arts & Sciences, Business, Education, and Nursing & Health Sciences. Students may earn Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Science (BS), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees. Graduate programs include Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Education Specialist (EdS), and Doctor of Education (EdD).[11]

History

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Main article: History of Piedmont College

The college opened as the J.S. Green Collegiate Institute[12] in 1897, founded by residents of Habersham County, Georgia. The first president was Reverend Charles C. Spence. The American Mission Board of the mostly New England Congregational Churches (later Congregational Christian Churches) operated the college from 1901 to 1948 and changed the name to Piedmont College to represent the eponymous geographic region.

In 1948, under president James Walter, the college became an independent institution, although it maintains an affiliation with the United Church of Christ (UCC) and the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches (NACCC), both of whom claim descent from the Congregational tradition.[13] Congregationalists took over the school from the Methodists in the early 20th century.[14]

In 1994 the college began to expand, adding schools for Business and Nursing & Health Sciences to its existing programs in the Arts and Sciences and Education. The college also opened a campus in Athens, Georgia, and began offering off-campus graduate education courses across the state. The Demorest campus grew substantially with the addition of the Arrendale Library; Stewart Center for Mathematics, Science and Technology; Swanson Center for Communications and the Performing Arts, Mize Athletic Center, the Smith-Williams Art Studios, and in 2015 the Student Commons. The college also added five new dormitories and 48 apartment-style residences.

In 2019, Piedmont College then president James Mellichamp was accused of sexual harassment by tenured professor Rick Austin, who was also the mayor of Demorest.[15] However, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission was unable to conclude that Austin's accusations stated any claim for violating law.[16] Piedmont College sued the City of Demorest, demanding that Austin forfeit his tenured position and resign as mayor.[17][18] Piedmont filed the lawsuit in December 2020. The college argued that the mayor and city council of Demorest violated its constitutional rights under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution when the city instituted a rate hike in water and sewage fees targeted solely at the college beginning in 2019.[18] In April 2021, Piedmont College changed its name to Piedmont University.[19] On February 7, 2023, the city and Piedmont University settled the lawsuit in the university’s favor including a payment from Demorest to the university of $70,000 to cover disputed water and sewer fees.[20] Austin had stepped down as mayor when his term ended in 2021, and both Mellichamp and Austin had left the university.[20]

Campuses

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Piedmont has two campuses, the original one in Demorest and a newer expansion in Athens. Piedmont's Demorest campus is located on roughly 300 acres (121.4 ha) in Habersham County. The Athens campus is located on Prince Avenue near downtown Athens, on the site of the original Prince Avenue Baptist Church.

Demorest

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Stewart Hall, one of Piedmont's classroom buildings, houses labs and classroom space for the mathematics and sciences departments

The Demorest campus is primarily a residential campus, with ten dormitories, including Getman-Babcock,[21] Purcell, Wallace, Swanson, Johnson, Mayflower, New Bedford, Plymouth and Ipswich[22] halls that together house about 600 students. The Piedmont Village (apartment-style living which opened in 2015) houses an additional 180 students.

The academic buildings include Daniel Hall, which houses the R.H. Daniel School of Nursing, the Humanities Department, and administrative offices. Stewart Hall houses the Science and Math Departments. The School of Education is located in the Arrendale Library. The Walker School of Business is located in Camp Hall, which is adjacent to the President's Home. The Music department is located in the Center for Worship and Music, which includes classroom and performance space, as well as the Sewell Pipe Organ, a 3,675-pipe organ built by the Casavant Frères company of Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec.

The Art Department is located in the Smith-Williams Studios and adjacent Martens Hall. The Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art is located in downtown Demorest. It features a large permanent collection and hosts numerous exhibits throughout the year.

The Mass Communications and Theatre Departments are located in the Swanson Center for Performing Arts and Communication, a $14-million building[23] which features two theaters and editing rooms for print, video and web productions. Next door is the Arrendale Amphitheater, a 500-seat outdoor venue.[24] WPCZ, the student-run radio station, is housed in the Swanson Center, along with the student-run TV station, PC60.

The campus also includes Walker Fields for softball, soccer and lacrosse, as well as Loudermilk Baseball Stadium for baseball. The Johnny Mize Athletic Center houses the O’Neal Cave Arena for basketball and volleyball. The Mize Center includes a museum featuring displays of Mize's baseball memorabilia collected during his career at Piedmont and as a Hall of Fame player in the major leagues with the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Giants and New York Yankees.

The pedestrian footbridge at Piedmont College connects to pieces of campus which are separated by Historic U.S. 441 Highway.

There are also a few general purpose buildings. Lane Hall, which faces the quad, is the remodeled old gym, which houses the Student Success Center. There is also the President's House, the Admissions building and the pedestrian bridge which crosses Historic U.S. 441.[25] The bridge was assembled off-site and lowered into place by crane,[26] and was modeled after the Vanderbilt University 21st Avenue Pedestrian Bridge. The installation of the bridge was a joint project of the Georgia Department of Transportation, Piedmont College and the city of Demorest.

Much of Piedmont's Demorest property is now wetlands. The wetlands area was once the site of Lake Demorest (from 1890–2008).[27] The lake was drained due to an irreparable dam, and the property was turned into a wetlands for students and faculty to use in their studies.

The heart of student life at Piedmont is the new Student Commons, which opened in the fall of 2015. The 58,000 square foot commons features the campus dining hall, fitness center (complete with a full-size basketball court with a walking track, a rock-climbing wall and a racquetball court), the official Piedmont College bookstore and a Starbucks cafe. The commons also is home to Student Services and has a state-of-the-art conference room and study rooms as well as staff offices.

Athens

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The college opened a small outreach facility[28] in 1996 and now occupies seven buildings near the heart of downtown Athens on Prince Avenue.[29] The campus offers four-year undergraduate programs designed for both traditional and non-traditional students. For graduate students, there are programs in business (MBA), nursing (BSN), and education (MA, MAT, EDS, and EdD).

The Athens campus includes Commons Hall, which houses the majority of classrooms and faculty offices, as well as a large assembly room and dining hall. The School of Business is located in Rogers Hall, and there is a large recreation center for intramural and fitness activities. Lane Hall on North Milledge Avenue[30] houses the library and facilities for the School of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Academics

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The Swanson Center, built in 2007, is home to the Mass Communications Department and Performing Arts

Piedmont is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS);.[31] Specific programs are accredited by the National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Student – faculty

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Piedmont University has 80 programs of study, including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, and the education specialist degree, with an undergraduate 10:1 student–faculty ratio, an average class size of ten students, and 99% of full-time students receiving financial aid.[32][33] Of those responding, 94% of Piedmont alumni rated their academic experience as good or excellent.[34]

Admissions

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Piedmont University is test optional for admissions, and high school grades are important. In 2023, the college accepted 64.4% of applicants, with those admitted having an average 3.54 GPA and, of the approximately 22% submitting test scores, having an average 990-1200 SAT or average 19-25 ACT score.[35]

Colleges

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Piedmont University is composed of four colleges: the College of Arts & Sciences, the College of Education, the Harry W. Walker College of Business, and the R.H. Daniel College of Nursing & Health Sciences.[36]

College of Arts and Sciences

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Students can take courses in nine departments that comprise the College of Arts and Sciences. These departments include: Art, Humanities, Interdisciplinary Studies, Mass Communications, Mathematics & Physics, Music, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Theatre. Through these departments, students can earn Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Bachelor of Science degrees.

Harry W. Walker College of Business

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The Harry W. Walker College of Business received accreditation in November 2007 from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for the undergraduate and graduate business programs at both Piedmont's Demorest and Athens Campuses.[37] Through the College of Business, students can earn a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business Administration or a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. The BA program includes concentrations in accounting, finance, general business, management, and marketing. The MBA program is a lock-step 12-course program that offers the convenience of evening courses and can be completed in as little as 18 months.

College of Education

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The College of Education offers bachelor's degree programs in fields including Early Childhood, Middle Grades, Drama, Secondary, and Spanish education. Students can also earn Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) or Master of Arts (MA) degrees in a variety of areas. Beyond the master's degree, the college offers Education Specialist (EdS) and Doctor of Education (EdD) degree programs.[38][39]

R.H. Daniel College of Nursing & Health Sciences

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Students from Piedmont College's Nursing Department participate in an annual disaster drill to practice their triage skills. The 2015 drill simulated a gas tank explosion

The R.H. Daniel College of Nursing & Health Sciences offers the BSN degree for students preparing for initial licensure. Separate BSN tracks are also available for students who already hold RN or LPN degrees.[40]

Rankings

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For 2024, U.S. News & World Report ranked Piedmont University #52 out of 136 Regional Universities South, #20 in Best Value Schools, and #31 in Top Performers on Social Mobility.[41]

Student life

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Piedmont University has over 50 student clubs and organizations and 19 intercollegiate sports teams competing in NCAA Division III.[34] In addition to clubs and service organizations, Piedmont offers creative outlets for singers, musicians, and actors. All students can be part of the 100-voice Piedmont Chorale, which performs several concerts each year. The Piedmont Singers is a 50-member ensemble of selected students that performs on campus and each year tours in the U.S. or abroad. Performance groups also include the 10-member Cantabile a cappella singers, Piedmont Camerata chamber ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and String Ensemble.

Students interested in theater may join the Piedmont College Theatre and the Alpha Psi Omega theater honor society, which together perform a succession of plays each year ranging from Shakespeare to children's theater.

Students interested in writing, photography, radio, television, and web production can also participate in a number of student-run organizations including the student newspaper and media channel, "The Roar" [formerly The Navigator]; the Yonahian yearbook, and student radio and TV stations.[42]

Magazine

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The first publication for the college was The Mountain Lantern, which was named for a common firefly in the surrounding area. The Lantern started as a monthly magazine in 1912. In 1913, The Lantern became the college's yearbook. There would not be a magazine again until 2006, when a mass communications major published PC Magazine as her senior capstone project. In the fall of 2007, the magazine was renamed Pause, which came out twice each semester; two print and two online. Pause has since been out of production. In 2021 "The Roar" has begun production of a magazine version of the previous newspaper. Under the guidance of advisor Joseph Dennis, The Roar Magazine is expected to remain at Piedmont University for the foreseeable future.

Yearbook

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The Mountain Lantern lasted for only a short period until 1915. A yearbook was again issued in 1920, and the name was changed to the Yonahian. The odd-sounding name was derived from nearby Mount Yonah. Since 1920, the Yonahian has been published every year and provides a general record of students and faculty.

Newspaper

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The first newspaper of Piedmont was The Hustler, which lasted from 1908 to 1909. There was no newspaper until 1917, when a bi-weekly newspaper named The Padded Hammer appeared in September. Later in 1917, after a vote on the name of the paper, it was changed to The Piedmont Owl. The name was chosen as a reference to the concept of wisdom. This became the name of Piedmont's athletic teams as well, until 1921, when the Student Association adopted the name Mountain Lions, later shortened to Lions.[43]

The Piedmont Owl lasted for 67 years until the name was changed to match Piedmont's newer mascot. The paper became The Lion's Roar for 21 years until 2005, when it was changed to The Navigator. The name is a reference to the Mayflower ship of the Pilgrims, honoring Piedmont's relationship to American Congregationalism. In the fall of 2015, all the college's media outlets were consolidated under the umbrella name of The Roar.[44]

Athletics

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Piedmont Lions wordmark
Piedmont College is an NCAA Division-III member school, home to 17 intercollegiate athletic programs

Piedmont College teams participate as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division III. The Lions are members of the Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS), founded in 2022 by an amicable split of its former home of the USA South Athletic Conference. The separation agreement stated that CCS members would become USA South associate members in sports sponsored by the USA South but not by CCS.

Accordingly, Piedmont women's golf, plus men's and women's lacrosse, remain in the USA South. Intercollegiate sports include men's and women's basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, and track and field; women's volleyball and softball; and men's baseball. In 2016, Piedmont introduced men's and women's cycling. The college also offers a wide range of intramural sports competitions.

Piedmont was a charter member of the Great South Athletic Conference (GSAC) until the 2012–13 school year.

Notable alumni

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Alumni

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Campus staff

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  • Richard Jewell, security guard accused of the 1996 Olympic bombing. He was fired for abuse of authority and sued the college for slander; the lawsuit was settled with his estate in 2011 for an undisclosed amount.

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Piedmont University is a private liberal arts university with its main campus in Demorest, Georgia, and an additional campus in Athens, enrolling approximately 2,600 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. Founded in 1897 as the J.S. Green Collegiate Institute under Methodist auspices to provide higher education to rural residents of northeast Georgia's Appalachian region, it was renamed Piedmont College in 1903 and achieved university status in 2021 amid expansions in academic offerings and facilities. The institution emphasizes a residential college experience on its 300-acre Demorest campus in the foothills, supporting athletics through the NCAA Division III Piedmont Lions and programs in fields like business, education, nursing, and sciences. In recent years, Piedmont has encountered significant internal controversies, including financial difficulties leading to staff reductions, multiple lawsuits such as a $615,000 wrongful termination award to a former biology professor in 2025, and faculty accusations of leadership failures under President James Mellichamp, who retired in 2022 after a no-confidence vote citing inadequate oversight and exclusion of stakeholders from governance processes.

History

Founding and Early Development (1897–1950)

Piedmont University traces its origins to the J.S. Green Collegiate Institute, chartered on September 6, 1897, by Habersham County authorities under the auspices of the to provide in the rural Appalachian region of . The institution was established in Demorest by local residents, including through the efforts of the Demorest Home, Mining, and Improvement Company, with Charles C. Spence, a Methodist minister and former president of , serving as its founding president from 1897 to 1904. Initial enrollment reached 367 students, encompassing elementary through college-level instruction, reflecting the need for comprehensive schooling in an area lacking public infrastructure. By 1899, enrollment approached 400, but financial strains prompted affiliation with the (AMA), a Congregationalist organization focused on in underserved regions, leading to the renaming as Piedmont College around 1902–1903. Under subsequent presidents—John C. Campbell (1904–1907), noted for progressive social initiatives that later inspired the John C. Campbell Folk School; Henry Clinton Newell (1907–1910 and 1930–1936); and Frank E. Jenkins (1910–1930)—the college expanded its academic offerings and campus facilities, including the construction of an auditorium in 1914 and the publication of its first yearbook, The Mountain Laurel, in 1913 (renamed The Yonahian in 1920). A football program operated from 1910 to 1937, competing against larger institutions like , which bolstered institutional spirit amid modest resources. The interwar period brought challenges from World War I, the Great Depression, and shifting demographics, yet the college persisted, discontinuing elementary grades in 1920 and high school classes in 1928 as Georgia's public school system strengthened. Leadership transitioned through George C. Bellingrath (1936–1939), Malcolm Boyd Dana (1939–1944), and Albert Ray Van Cleave (1944–1949), during which enrollment stabilized despite economic hardships and World War II enrolllee disruptions. By 1949, facing potential closure due to AMA funding withdrawal, the institution was rescued by incoming president James E. Walter, who guided its shift toward independence while retaining loose ties to the , successor to Congregationalist bodies. This era solidified Piedmont's reputation as a resilient serving regional needs.

Post-War Expansion and Affiliation Changes (1950–2000)

Following , Piedmont College faced near-closure due to financial difficulties but was revitalized under President James E. Walter, who assumed leadership in 1949 and guided reconstruction and growth. Walter's administration oversaw the construction of nine new campus buildings, expanding facilities to accommodate increasing enrollment and academic needs amid the broader national trend of higher education growth. In October 1957, the college's auditorium—built in 1914 and used for multiple functions including chapel services and commencements—was destroyed by fire, prompting further infrastructure reevaluation and rebuilding efforts. The following year, in 1958, Piedmont affiliated with the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches, reflecting a denominational realignment after the formation of the and aligning the institution with a more conservative faction of its longstanding Congregational heritage. Academic advancements continued with the achievement of accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) in 1965, affirming the college's standards during Walter's tenure, which lasted until 1983. By 1971, Piedmont completed a major building program and established an endowment fund, bolstering financial stability and physical infrastructure. Subsequent presidents D. Garen Simmons (1983–1990) and John F. Elger (1991–1995) sustained expansion, with construction of the Arrendale Library beginning in 1989 under Simmons and completing under Elger. The college introduced its first graduate program, a in , in 1994 (with offerings expanding by 1995), marking a shift toward advanced degree provision while maintaining its liberal arts focus. These developments positioned Piedmont for further evolution into the , emphasizing both physical and programmatic growth without fundamental shifts in its church-affiliated identity.

Modern Era and University Transition (2000–Present)

In the 2000s and 2010s, Piedmont College pursued programmatic expansion and improvements amid rising enrollment. The institution introduced additional degrees and programs, including in , , and sciences, while constructing new residence halls to accommodate growing on-campus demand exceeding 750 students. Facilities enhancements included the development of the Swanson Student Center and the Sewell Center for , supporting specialized training in and related fields. Enrollment steadily increased, reaching a peak of approximately 2,600 students by 2020, reflecting broader access to higher education in . This period also marked strategic outreach, with the college extending its presence through satellite operations, notably enhancing its Athens site for graduate and professional studies beginning around 2019 to serve urban educators and working professionals. recognized these efforts by ranking Piedmont among the top 50 regional universities in the during the late . Athletic programs under the Lions banner transitioned to competition in the , fostering campus spirit and recruitment. The culmination of these developments occurred in June 2020, when the Board of Trustees unanimously approved to Piedmont University, effective April 9, 2021, to align with the institution's evolution into a comprehensive university offering over 60 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. The transition emphasized doctoral-level education, such as the , and initiatives like The Piedmont Promise, guaranteeing tuition coverage for qualifying Georgia residents based on family income. New branding, including updated logos, was unveiled to symbolize this shift, while total enrollment hovered near 2,500 students across Demorest and Athens campuses. Post-transition, undergraduate enrollment rose 8 percent in fall 2023, with residential students increasing over 6 percent, indicating sustained momentum despite national enrollment challenges.

Campuses and Facilities

Demorest Campus

The Demorest Campus serves as the primary residential facility of Piedmont University, encompassing 300 acres in , situated a few miles from Clarkesville in Habersham County at the foothills of the . Established in 1897 as the site of the original J. S. Green Collegiate Institute, the campus has undergone significant expansions, including nine new buildings constructed during the presidency of James E. Walter from 1949 to 1983. Academic facilities on the Demorest Campus include Daniel Hall, Stewart Hall, Camp Hall, the Arrendale Library (construction begun in 1989), Smith-Williams Studio, Martens Art Annex, the Center for and Mass Communications (construction started in mid-2006), and the R. H. Daniel School of Nursing. The 58,000-square-foot Student Commons features a main dining hall with distributed serving stations, a banquet hall, a cyber café, an atrium, and a bookstore. Residential options consist of several halls, including Swanson Hall (built in 1998 and named for former trustee Kay Swanson), which offers suites with two bedrooms, a shared bath, and a common area, alongside amenities like a lobby with a big-screen television and a equipped with pool and foosball tables. Other residence halls include Getman-Babcock, Wallace Hall, Purcell Hall, Johnson Hall, and Plymouth Hall. Athletic facilities feature the Walker Athletic Fields, Athletic Center, and Loudermilk Baseball Complex, supporting the university's intercollegiate programs. The campus also includes historical structures such as the Piedmont College Auditorium, built in 1914 and used multifunctionally until its destruction by fire on October 12, 1957. Further developments under President W. Ray Cleere from 1995 to 2011 added additional academic buildings, residence halls, and athletic infrastructure.

Athens Campus

The Athens Campus of Piedmont University, located in downtown , serves as a commuter-focused satellite facility complementing the main Demorest campus. Established approximately 25 years prior to , it caters primarily to non-traditional students seeking flexible degree-completion and graduate options. In January 2021, the university announced relocation to a modern four-story brick building at 1282 Prince Avenue, enhancing accessibility in the vibrant urban setting near restaurants and entertainment venues. This move supported expanded programming for working professionals and residents, emphasizing evening and hybrid formats. The campus offers undergraduate degree-completion programs in career-oriented fields, including a (BSN) that commences in the summer semester, as well as specialized tracks like introduced in fall 2021. Graduate offerings include the (EdD), Education Specialist (EdS), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), (MA) in education-related disciplines, and (MBA). These programs prioritize practical, hands-on learning tailored to adult learners, with opportunities available for qualifying high school juniors and seniors from public or private institutions. Facilities emphasize functionality for commuter students, featuring classrooms and administrative spaces in the Prince Avenue building, though specific amenities like dedicated student hubs are integrated with broader university resources. The campus supports Piedmont's affiliation through accessible education pathways, without on-site residential options.

Infrastructure and Resources

Piedmont University's Demorest campus encompasses key academic infrastructure including Daniel Hall, Stewart Hall, Camp Hall for classrooms and offices, the housing over 85,000 printed volumes along with public-access computers, wireless networking, four group study rooms, and two conference rooms, and the and Chapel. Additional facilities support arts programs, such as the Smith-Williams Art Studio and Martens Art Annex. Residential infrastructure at the Demorest campus consists of nine residence halls—Mystic, Purcell, Johnson, Ipswich, Mayflower, New Bedford, , Plymouth, and Swanson—offering traditional dormitory and apartment-style accommodations for undergraduates and graduates, with all intercollegiate athletes required to live on campus. Each hall provides amenities including connectivity, /heating units, extra-long twin beds (standard twin in select halls), access, blinds, and free on-site laundry facilities; many include communal lobbies, game rooms, or kitchens. The Student Commons serves as a central hub for recreational and support resources, featuring a dining hall, /The Market snack area, Bridge Books+ bookstore, fitness center, gymnasium with indoor track for and other activities, and wall. Information technology infrastructure includes campus-wide wireless networks, multiple computer labs located in Daniel, Stewart, and Camp Halls, a for network and device support, services, and an accessible across both campuses. The Athens campus operates from a modern four-story facility focused on graduate and professional programs, providing classrooms, administrative offices, and student service areas with shared access to university IT resources and online library systems, though it lacks dedicated on-campus housing. Overall, these resources support a environment at Demorest while enabling commuter-style access at .

Academics

Academic Programs and Colleges

Piedmont University structures its academic offerings across four colleges: the Walker College of , College of & Sciences, College of , and College of & Sciences. These colleges deliver more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs, encompassing over 40 bachelor's degrees, master's degrees such as the M.A., M.B.A., M.A.T., and M.S., as well as the Ed.S. and Ed.D. Programs emphasize small class sizes, faculty expertise, and practical application, with the Demorest campus hosting the majority of offerings and the Athens campus specializing in degree-completion bachelor's programs alongside select graduate options in and . The Walker College of Business provides undergraduate majors in areas such as , , and , alongside the M.B.A. for graduate students, focusing on equipping graduates to navigate contemporary environments through adaptive skills and real-world preparation. The College of Arts & Sciences offers , , and degrees in disciplines including , , mass communications, music, and , with graduate extensions in select fields; it prioritizes foundational skills for lifelong professional and personal success. The College of Education, recognized for its teacher preparation, grants undergraduate degrees leading to initial certification in fields like , middle grades, , and , as well as graduate programs including the M.A.T., M.A. in , and Ed.S.; its curricula align with Georgia Professional Standards Commission requirements, supporting high teacher placement outcomes. The College of Nursing & Health Sciences includes bachelor's programs in and allied health areas, with graduate tracks in health-related master's degrees, emphasizing clinical training and subdivided departments for specialized instruction in and broader sciences.

Admissions, Enrollment, and Student Demographics

Piedmont University maintains a rolling admissions policy, with applications accepted until July 15 for the fall semester. The institution requires a high school GPA and transcript for evaluation, while scores are optional but considered if submitted, with admitted students typically scoring between 990 and 1170 on or 18 and 24 on the ACT. For the 2023 admissions cycle, the university reported a 92.8% acceptance rate, admitting 1,918 of 2,066 undergraduate applicants, reflecting its non-selective profile. Applications for the 2023-24 academic year surged 30% compared to the prior year, signaling growing interest amid expanded program offerings. Total enrollment for the 2023-24 reached 1,840 students, comprising 1,261 undergraduates and 579 graduate students. Undergraduate enrollment specifically stood at 1,159 for fall 2024, with a student-faculty of 12:1 that supports smaller class sizes averaging around 15 students. The majority of students, approximately 89%, hail from Georgia, with smaller contingents from out-of-state (9%) and international origins (1%). Undergraduate demographics skew female, with 66.4% women and 33.6% men enrolled full-time. Racially and ethnically, the student body is predominantly White (approximately 70%), followed by or African American (14%), or Latino (11.3%), multiracial (2.9%), Asian (1.3%), and smaller percentages of Native American/ Native (0.2%) and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (0.1%). This composition aligns with regional patterns in Georgia higher education, where in-state recruitment drives enrollment stability.
Demographic CategoryUndergraduate Percentage
Female66.4%
Male33.6%
White~70%
Black/African American14%
Hispanic/Latino11.3%
Asian1.3%

Faculty and Academic Quality

Piedmont University employs approximately 104 full-time faculty members, comprising 43 men and 61 women, supplemented by around 70 part-time instructors. The institution maintains a student-faculty ratio of 12:1, enabling relatively personalized instruction across its undergraduate and graduate programs. Average class sizes stand at 10 to 12 students, which supports interactive teaching environments rather than large lectures. Faculty qualifications adhere to institutional policies requiring all instructors to hold at least a with 18 graduate credit hours in their teaching field; higher ranks, such as associate or full , typically demand terminal degrees like PhDs or equivalent professional experience. Examples include nursing faculty with advanced degrees from the and , and business professors bringing substantial industry expertise to coursework. This emphasis on practical credentials aligns with Piedmont's teaching-focused mission, particularly in professional fields like and , where graduates achieve high placement rates—such as 91.2% for teachers, surpassing state averages. Academic quality is characterized by student-reported strengths in accessibility and , with reviews highlighting supportive relationships and hands-on learning over output. The university's Quality Enhancement Plan promotes "" via high-impact practices, though empirical outcomes remain tied to standards rather than independent metrics of scholarly impact. While adjunct reliance has increased in recent years, full-time faculty retention of 55% exceeds national averages for similar institutions, fostering continuity in instruction. Overall, Piedmont prioritizes pedagogical effectiveness in a liberal arts context, with limited emphasis on productivity.

Rankings and Accreditations

Piedmont University maintains regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), which authorizes the institution to confer associate, baccalaureate, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees; this accreditation was reaffirmed following a comprehensive review process compliant with SACSCOC standards. Programmatic accreditations cover key disciplines: teacher preparation programs receive approval from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission; nursing programs hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN); business programs are accredited by the ; and the athletic training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). In national and regional rankings, positioned Piedmont University at #62 among Regional Universities in the for its 2026 edition, reflecting metrics such as rates, faculty resources, and student selectivity. The same source ranked it #2 for best value in Georgia in 2025, emphasizing affordability relative to academic outcomes. Niche.com placed it #3 among small colleges in Georgia for 2024, based on factors including academics, value, and campus life. Additional recognitions include #3 safest campus in Georgia, per aggregated safety data. These rankings, while informative, derive from proprietary methodologies that prioritize quantitative indicators over qualitative assessments of institutional mission or long-term impact.

Governance and Leadership

Board of Trustees and Administrative Structure

Piedmont University is governed by a Board of Trustees responsible for oversight, long-term strategic review, budget approval, personnel management, and institutional direction. The board holds regular spring and fall meetings, with an executive committee handling interim decisions subject to full board ratification for major actions such as mergers or bylaw changes. The board comprises 25 to 35 trustees, including successor trustees elected to staggered three-year terms and two alumni trustees nominated by the Alumni Association Board for single three-year terms. The university president serves ex officio without voting rights, and at least two active members must affiliate with the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches (NACCC) or (UCC). Officers, including chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary, are elected annually at the fall meeting and take office on January 1. Thomas A. Arrendale III has served as chairperson; he is chairman and chief executive officer of Fieldale Farms Corporation in Baldwin, Georgia. Administrative operations fall under the president's , with four senior administrators overseeing academic and operational functions. Marshall Criser III, the 14th president since his appointment on December 6, 2022, directs these efforts; his prior roles include of Florida's from 1999 to 2001 and president of AT&T . The board provides guidance to this team while retaining ultimate and authority.

List of Presidents

The presidents of Piedmont University, including acting and interim leaders, are listed chronologically below, based on official institutional records. Henry C. Newell served two non-consecutive terms. Acting presidents are denoted as such. The university officially designates substantive presidents sequentially, with Marshall M. Criser III recognized as the 14th president, excluding acting roles in primary numbering.
NameTermNotes
Charles C. Spence1897–1904Founding president
John C. Campbell1904–1907
Henry C. Newell1907–1910First term
Frank E. Jenkins1910–1930
Henry C. Newell1930–1936Second term
George C. Bellingrath1936–1939
Malcolm Boyd Dana1939–1944
A. R. Van Cleve1944–1949Acting
James E. Walter1949–1983Longest-serving (34 years)
D. Garen Simmons1983–1990
Carlton J. Adams1990–1991Acting
John F. Elger1991–1995
W. Ray Cleere1995–2011
Danny P. Hollingsworth2011–2012
James F. Mellichamp2012–202213th substantive president
Marshall M. Criser III2023–present14th substantive president; began , 2023

Institutional Policies and Religious Affiliation

Piedmont University is affiliated with the (UCC) and the (NACCC), a connection tracing back to Congregational churches since 1901. This affiliation reflects the institution's historical roots in Protestant traditions, originally founded under Methodist Episcopal auspices in 1897 before evolving into its current denominational ties. The UCC's progressive theological stance influences campus culture by promoting inclusivity and dialogue across beliefs, without imposing doctrinal requirements on students, faculty, or staff. Religious life at the university is coordinated by a Campus Minister who oversees voluntary activities, organizations, and resources for the , including and worship opportunities. Student-initiated groups emphasize freedom of expression, recognition of diverse convictions, and non-coercive fellowship, with no mandatory attendance or statements required for admission, , or . This approach aligns with the university's commitment to a supportive environment for spiritual amid a secular academic framework. Key institutional policies intersect with the religious affiliation through the Student Code of Conduct and broader non-discrimination standards outlined in the Student Handbook and Policies and Procedures Manual. The code promotes respectful behavior fostering community standards, including tolerance for religious expression, but enforces prohibitions on or disruption regardless of viewpoint. The non-discrimination policy explicitly bars in educational programs, activities, or employment based on religion, alongside categories such as sex, , , race, age, , and , in compliance with federal and state laws. No religious exemptions to these protections are specified, reflecting the UCC's emphasis on equity over doctrinal exemptions in institutional operations. procedures further integrate these standards, designating coordinators for complaints involving sex-based discrimination while upholding religious nondiscrimination.

Controversies

Sexual Harassment Allegations (2019)

In March 2019, allegations of against Piedmont College President James Mellichamp emerged during litigation initiated by former biology professor Robert Wainberg over his non-renewal of contract at the end of the 2017-2018 academic year. Wainberg, who had taught at the institution for approximately 30 years, filed a breach-of-contract in Habersham County in August 2018, claiming retaliation for his criticisms of administrative practices, including accusations of by Mellichamp; the college countered that Wainberg's termination stemmed from student complaints of inappropriate comments investigated under procedures in 2018. On March 13, 2019, Rick Austin, a professor at Piedmont College and mayor of , submitted an affidavit in support of Wainberg's case, directly accusing Mellichamp of spanning several years. Austin alleged that Mellichamp sent him unsolicited emails and made statements with sexual or overtures; in one specific incident in August 2011, when Mellichamp served as , he reportedly grabbed Austin's buttocks while Austin wore shorts, commenting, "Oooh you’re in shorts today," an act witnessed by a secretary but not investigated after Austin complained to then-President Donna Alliga Hollingsworth. Austin further claimed Mellichamp inappropriately touched a student's rear end and dismissed or covered up a employee's complaint of harassment by another administrator, characterizing these as abuses of power and failures in institutional oversight. The college's legal representatives moved to strike Austin's as irrelevant to the dispute, but on March 28, 2019, Habersham County O. Wendell Horne III denied the motion, allowing it to remain while limiting related discovery to the specific claims raised. Piedmont College officials, including Mellichamp, declined to comment publicly, citing ongoing litigation, and the institution's marketing director stated that the college does not discuss pending legal matters. No formal internal investigation or disciplinary action against Mellichamp was reported in connection with these 2019 allegations at the time, and Austin continued his employment as a amid the disclosures.

Faculty Governance Disputes and No-Confidence Vote (2022)

In early 2022, Piedmont University faced financial pressures leading to significant staff reductions, including an 8% cut to faculty positions announced in , followed by broader 12% reductions in faculty and staff by March, amid claims of budgetary shortfalls despite prior assurances of stability. These actions exacerbated tensions over , as faculty criticized the administration for insufficient consultation and transparency in decision-making processes. On May 9, 2022, during a university-wide assembly, the Faculty Senate conducted a vote of no confidence in President James Mellichamp, passing the resolution 51-34 among over 90 faculty members present. The resolution, issued by faculty, staff, and administrators, cited Mellichamp's financial mismanagement—including a $2 million budgeting error, frequent changes in chief financial officers, and contradictory public statements on the institution's fiscal health—as contributing to a "dire" financial state and damage to the university's reputation, academic mission, and sustainability. Additional grievances included retaliatory personnel actions, such as terminations and reductions in part-time status for faculty who raised concerns (particularly in the College of Nursing), poor communication leading to declining student retention, expansion of online programs without adequate faculty support, and ongoing civil lawsuits involving the university. The resolution demanded the Board of Trustees appoint an interim president and initiate a national search emphasizing shared governance. These disputes intensified in June 2022 when Provost Daniel Silber resigned on June 7, protesting proposed additional budget cuts affecting up to 15 positions (later scaled back to 4) as "morally wrong" and executed unethically without inclusive processes or sufficient notice to affected . Silber highlighted the administration's failure to involve stakeholders, aligning with broader faculty concerns over eroded shared governance. On June 21, Mellichamp announced his retirement after a decade in the role, a move described as preempting a potential board vote on his dismissal amid the ongoing upheaval. Governance frictions persisted into July, when the Board of Trustees, chaired by Gus Arrendale, reversed an earlier commitment to include faculty, students, and other stakeholders on the , instead appointing an all-trustee panel (Barbara Strain, Walter Crowder, Kimberly Melton, Michael Santowski, and Eddy Ariail) on June 30, citing needs for confidentiality. Faculty leaders expressed shock, viewing the decision as a breach of promises to rebuild trust through collaboration. Culminating these tensions, on September 21, 2022, faculty held another vote, expressing no confidence in the Board of Trustees' executive by a margin of 71-23 (with 1 ), representing 74% opposition among those present. The resolution pointed to the committee's mishandling of leadership transitions, failure to address financial difficulties transparently, pending lawsuits implicating board members, potential conflicts of interest (including ties to local business Fieldale Farms, where Arrendale serves as CEO), and disregard for faculty calls for an interim president and inclusive search processes, all of which faculty argued undermined the university's long-term viability. Faculty hoped the vote would influence board elections at the subsequent meeting, though no immediate changes were reported.

Financial and Leadership Misconduct Claims

In early 2022, faced significant financial challenges, prompting the elimination of nine teaching positions out of 132 as part of cost-cutting measures amid reports of a budgetary shortfall. Further proposed layoffs in April 2022, initially targeting 15 positions but reduced to four, exacerbated tensions, with faculty accusing administrators of broken promises against additional cuts. Provost Daniel Silber resigned on June 7, 2022, protesting the layoffs as "morally wrong" and attributing the institution's financial troubles to administrative and board mismanagement rather than external factors like enrollment declines. In his departure letter, Silber specifically alleged that of Brant withheld relevant financial during the budgeting process, contributing to opaque decision-making. Faculty Senate Chair Carson Webb, in a June 14, 2022, resignation letter, leveled additional claims against Wright, accusing him of "egregious mismanagement of financial information" and orchestrating underhanded layoffs without transparency. A May 2022 faculty no-confidence resolution in President James Mellichamp further cited his leadership for financial and personnel mismanagement, arguing it damaged the university's sustainability and reputation. The board initially expressed "complete confidence" in Mellichamp despite these claims. These allegations culminated in Mellichamp's retirement announcement on June 20, 2022, following a board meeting where his ouster was reportedly under consideration, marking the end of his 10-year tenure amid ongoing financial strain and administrative upheaval. No criminal charges or independent audits confirming or have been reported in connection with these claims.

Student Life

Residential and Campus Culture

Piedmont University mandates on-campus housing for most undergraduate students to promote integration and proximity to academic facilities, with exemptions granted to married, divorced, widowed individuals, or those with dependents. The Demorest features 11 residence halls accommodating traditional double-occupancy rooms, suite-style arrangements, and apartment options tailored to first-year and upperclassmen needs; notable examples include Hall (constructed in 2004, honoring the university's Congregational roots), Plymouth Hall (built in 2010, referencing early settlement), Wallace Hall (erected in 1960, offering co-ed suites), and Piedmont Village (providing independent living with 24/7 visitation and in-unit cooking facilities). Residence life emphasizes experiential engagement through resident assistant-led programs, including games, social events, and wellness initiatives designed to create a and supportive living environment. Halls are equipped with amenities such as laundry rooms, lobbies featuring large-screen televisions, and recreational tables for pool or ping-pong, facilitating informal interactions and stress relief post-classes. Student surveys report strong perceptions of , with 95% of respondents feeling extremely secure on , and highlight the of housing in forging enduring friendships within a communal setting. The broader campus culture prioritizes individualized attention and relational mentorship under the guiding ethos "Be a Lion. Not a Number," reflecting a small-institution focus on personal growth amid the university's historic ties to Congregationalist principles. Athletics form a core element of student identity, alongside leadership opportunities and civic-oriented activities that instill ethical reasoning and global awareness. Enduring traditions include the annual Lessons and Carols performance, a holiday gathering, while student polls identify sports events, music concerts, and residence hall programs as favored traditions fostering and interpersonal bonds.

Student Organizations and Traditions

Piedmont University supports a range of student organizations designed to enhance leadership, community engagement, and academic interests, with all new groups required to submit applications via the university as part of an approval process overseen by administration. Academic clubs include the American Marketing Association, Art Club, Athletic Training Club, Chemistry Club, Criminalistics Club, Team, and Future Educators Club, focusing on discipline-specific activities and professional development. Media clubs encompass the Communications Student Leadership Council, The Roar (student newspaper), Roar Student Films/Mass Communications, Piedmont Film Club, Radio Club (WPCZ), and Yonahian (yearbook), providing hands-on experience in , , and creative media production. Honor societies recognize academic excellence, such as Pi Rho, the local chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda, which honors nontraditional students through a nonprofit framework emphasizing scholarship, , and service. Greek life features fraternities and sororities that prioritize lifelong friendships, training, service projects, and community involvement, though specific chapter names are not publicly detailed; participation involves processes with commitments to and campus events, without reported policies. Additional groups include the Student Organization of Latinos, which hosts cultural events like Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations in collaboration with the Campus Activities Board. Campus traditions involving students include the annual Service of Lessons and Carols, a 35-year event held in December 2023 featuring the Piedmont Chorale, Sewell Organ, Piedmont Brass, and community readers in the campus chapel, drawing on Christian liturgical practices to foster seasonal reflection. Undergraduate commencement ceremonies occur on the University Quad, a practice resumed in full post-pandemic disruptions as of May 2024, emphasizing communal gathering and institutional heritage. Student-led events reported in reviews include Fest, an orientation or celebratory gathering, alongside formals and athletic tailgates, contributing to social cohesion.

Publications and Media

Piedmont University's student media primarily operates under The Roar, a student-run that encompasses an online news platform, print , magazine, audio productions, and related outlets. Established as the central hub for campus and media, The Roar produces content focused on university news, events, and student perspectives, with contributions from mass communications majors and other students. The Roar: Newspaper serves as the flagship publication, available both online at piedmontroar.com—where new student-written articles on Piedmont-related topics appear Monday through Friday—and in a bi-weekly print edition distributed across . The print version features 12 pages across five sections, covering news, opinions, arts, sports, and features. In May 2022, The Roar achieved a historic first-place award for General Excellence from the Georgia College Press Association, marking the organization's inaugural top honor in its evaluation categories. Complementing the newspaper, The Yonahian functions as the university's annual yearbook, named for Mount Yonah in north Georgia's Blue Ridge region. First published under this title in 1920, it documents campus life, student achievements, and traditions through photographs and narratives compiled by student staff under faculty oversight. Archival issues from earlier iterations of the student newspaper, dating back to 1919, reflect a long tradition of print media at the institution, which evolved from titles like The Piedmont Navigator (adopted in 2005) before rebranding to The Roar. Additional media include Roar Audio, featuring podcasts such as What the Mont? and Capstone Podcasts, alongside WPCZ, the student-operated radio station broadcasting at 98.7 FM with live streams available online. These outlets, along with a film club, emphasize hands-on production without requiring mass communications enrollment, fostering broad student participation in audio-visual content. The Roar also maintains a component and elements, though specifics on the latter remain integrated within the broader online platform. All publications and media are produced independently by students, with faculty serving in advisory roles to ensure operational continuity.

Athletics

Varsity Sports Programs

Piedmont University fields 19 intercollegiate varsity teams known as the Lions, competing in the ( as members of the Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS), which the university joined effective the 2022–23 academic year following prior affiliation with the . As a Division III institution, Piedmont does not offer athletic scholarships, emphasizing broad participation and academic integration. The men's programs include baseball, basketball, cross country, cycling, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, and track and field. Women's programs encompass basketball, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. These teams compete in regular-season schedules, conference tournaments, and occasional NCAA postseason events, with facilities such as the Johnny Mize Athletic Complex supporting multiple sports including baseball, softball, and soccer. In line with philosophy, Piedmont's athletics prioritize student-athlete welfare, with programs integrating academic support and community engagement initiatives, such as partnerships with local youth through events like the Piedmont Athletic Lions (PAL) Games. The department underwent leadership transition in August 2025, with Purdy appointed as director of athletics, bringing experience from prior roles in coaching and conference championships.

Conference Affiliations and Achievements

Piedmont University fields intercollegiate athletic teams in as members of the Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS), which the institution joined for the 2022–23 season following the dissolution of its prior affiliation. Previously, from 2012 to 2022, Piedmont competed in the , where its programs secured 21 regular-season championships across sports including baseball (2019), (2019), and (multiple years). The CCS affiliation encompasses 19 sports for men and women, emphasizing competitive balance among smaller Division III institutions in the . In the CCS's inaugural 2022–23 season, Piedmont achieved six postseason tournament titles in baseball, men's , women's soccer, women's tennis, and women's , culminating in the program's first CCS Commissioner's Cup award for overall athletic excellence. Subsequent successes include the women's team's CCS championship in 2025 with 206 points, and the team's first CCS tournament title in March 2025, which qualified the Lions for the Tournament. Across its athletic history, has amassed 92 conference championships, reflecting sustained program strength in non-revenue sports typical of Division III competition.

Facilities and Support

The Walker Athletic Complex serves as the primary outdoor venue for several Piedmont University sports programs, including soccer, , and . It features a lighted turf field with seating for soccer and competitions, alongside a dedicated lighted field equipped with similar spectator accommodations. The complex also supports sand courts and facilities available to athletic teams. Indoor athletics are hosted at the Johnny Mize Athletic Center, a $4.4 million facility dedicated to men's and as well as , encompassing the Cave Arena for competitions and events. An on-campus athletic training room provides medical and rehabilitation services to support injury prevention and recovery for student-athletes. Complementing these are resources in the Student Commons fitness center, offering a modern gym, indoor track, and wall accessible to varsity programs for conditioning. Athletic support is overseen by Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Jamie Purdy, who assumed the role on August 6, 2025, following her tenure as assistant director and coach. The department maintains a staff directory including roles for operations, coaching across 19 varsity sports, and compliance with standards. The P-Club fundraising initiative bolsters program resources, emphasizing performance in competition, academics, and holistic student-athlete development.

Notable People

Notable Alumni

Marvin Hudson (B.A. 1986) is a Major League Baseball umpire who has officiated high-profile games including the 2004 All-Star Game, the 2005 National League Division Series, and home plate for Game 4 of the between the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians. Hudson played for Piedmont's baseball team before transitioning to umpiring. Diana Palmer, pseudonym of Susan Spaeth Kyle (B.A. 1995, summa cum laude in ), is a prolific with over 200 books published, many achieving New York Times bestseller status, including titles like Protector and Wyoming Tough. She began writing professionally after a career in and has credited her education for supporting her later academic pursuits. John C. Foster Sr. (B.A. 1969) served as a Georgia state senator from 1975 to 1983 and state representative from 1967 to 1975, later becoming involved in as owner of Habersham Broadcasting Inc. and receiving Piedmont's Distinguished Alumni Award in 2000. Foster also held roles on state commissions, including the Education Commission of the States.

Notable Faculty and Administrators

served as professor of religion and philosophy at Piedmont University from 1998 until her retirement in 2017, during which time she held the Harry R. Butman Chair. An Episcopal priest and author, Taylor has published numerous books on and , including the New York Times bestseller An Altar in the World (2009), and was named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in 2014 for her contributions to religious thought. John C. Campbell, an educator focused on Appalachian development, served as the second president of Piedmont College (now University) from 1904 to 1907. His progressive approaches to social and academic reform during this period influenced the institution's early growth, and his fieldwork on regional folklore and education inspired the establishment of the John C. Campbell Folk School in , founded posthumously in 1925 by his widow.

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