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Southeastern University is a private Christian university in Lakeland, Florida, United States. It was established in 1935 in New Brockton, Alabama, as Southeastern Bible Institute, relocated to Lakeland in 1946, and became a liberal arts college in 1970. It is the largest Assemblies of God educational institution in the United States.

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History

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Southeastern University was founded in 1935 in New Brockton, Alabama, by Assemblies of God Alabama District superintendent J.C. Thames and other Southeastern district leaders as the Alabama Shield of Faith Institute.[1][2] It was renamed the South-Eastern Bible Institute (SEBI) in 1936. Originally located in a former high school building in New Brockton, Alabama, it opened its doors to students on November 4, 1935, under the direction of four faculty members. Two years later, in May 1937, the first graduation exercises were held. Seventeen students received diplomas for the two-year academic program.[citation needed]

Undated sketch of the campus

SEBI continued classes in New Brockton until 1940 when a decision was made to consolidate the school with Beulah Heights Bible Institute in Atlanta, Georgia. The school was known from 1940 to 1942 as the Beulah Heights—South-Eastern Bible Institute. In the fall of 1942, the district superintendents of the Southeastern districts accepted the invitation of the Rev. Ralph Byrd and his congregation to move the school to another location in Atlanta where it was once again renamed SEBI. In 1946, the school's board of directors voted to secure a permanent location for the full development of the school. A new campus location was purchased later that year in Lakeland, Florida. The Atlanta campus was sold, and development of the new site began. Student body growth continued at the new central Florida campus along with the academic program.[citation needed]

Bush Chapel

SEBI became South-Eastern Bible College in 1956 when the school began offering four-year bachelor's degree programs. After adding education degrees, the college's board of directors changed the school name to Southeastern College of the Assemblies of God in 1977. In 1986, Southeastern was granted regional accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Accreditation was reaffirmed in 1991, 2001, and 2011. In 2005, Southeastern College officially became Southeastern University, and began offering its first master's degree programs, and formed the colleges of arts and sciences, business, Christian ministries and religion, and education. Since then, the university has also formed the colleges of behavioral and social sciences and natural and health sciences. In 2014, it began its first doctoral program, the EdD.[citation needed]

In 2011, Southeastern undertook several initiatives which resulted in rapid growth. From 2,500 students in 2012, the school expanded to 4,538 in the fall of 2015, a growth rate of 78% since 2011.[3] In 2012 Southeastern approved the addition of a nursing program and the addition of a college football team. The football expansion included the construction of a stadium that seats 3,500 spectators and an athletic training center. The Southeastern Fire football team played their first home game in the fall of 2014. Also, in 2014, the school opened new baseball and soccer facilities. In 2015, construction began on several new academic buildings, a new athletic complex including a gymnasium, and an 8-lane track. In the fall of 2015, Southeastern opened a new 27,000-square-foot Natural and Health Sciences building. The new facility includes an auditorium, chemistry labs, computer labs, exam rooms, patient care rooms, and a nursing simulation lab. The summer of 2015, saw the demolition of Spence Hall, Lindsey Science Building, and the Music Hall in order to make way for the Live/Learn Facility, known as Buena Vida. The 125,000 square-foot facility was completed in the fall of 2016 and includes classrooms, faculty offices, student housing, and a food court. The first segment of Buena Vida, the Choral and Rehearsal Hall, opened in September. The total cost of the expansion program will be between $25 and $50 million.[3][4]

Southeastern offers 55 bachelor's degrees, 16 master's degrees, and two doctoral degrees. Since President Kent J. Ingle came to Southeastern in 2011, the university has launched 80 extension sites across the nation, an increase from the previous year's 50 extension sites. The sites are in 29 states, including Florida, which has 19. The degrees offered at the sites include a variety of associate, bachelor's, and a master's degree in ministry and leadership.[citation needed]

In 2017, the university was granted an exception to certain provisions of Title IX expressed in several regulations under 34 C.F.R., which allowed Southeastern to legally discriminate regarding gender identity and sexual orientation for religious reasons.[5]

In the spring of 2020, the university began taking steps to respond to financial challenges, citing the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for such financial hardships. This included a reduction in the number of faculty working at the institution (a reduction of 162 faculty members down to 128), salary cuts for all administrators, and a hiring freeze.[6]

Academics

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Southeastern University is organized into six colleges. The College of Arts & Media houses the Department of Communication, Department of Humanities, and Department of Music. The other five colleges are the Jannetides College of Business and Entrepreneurial Leadership, the College of Education, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Christian Ministries and Religion, and the College of Natural and Health Sciences.

Southeastern University offers 80 majors leading to the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degrees. In addition to these, the university also offers 16 master's degrees and two doctoral degrees. They also incorporate a full online program that offers 23 of their own campus degrees including nine undergraduate degrees, thirteen master's degrees, and two doctoral degrees.

Rankings

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Southeastern University was ranked #331-440 in the National Universities category by U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges in 2022-23.[7]

Library

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The Steelman Library is the academic library at Southeastern University. It provides customer service to both in-person and online students of Southeastern University.[8]

The library collection contains over 100,000 books, 800 periodical titles, 2,500 videos, and other multimedia for class courses and research. The Steelman Library houses a Curriculum Lab that includes children's materials and textbooks for education students.[9]

Student life

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Bauer Hall serves as the male residence hall.

LGBT policy

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Southeastern University views gay marriage as a sin against the will of God, and as an "illegitimate moral option" for any Christian.[10] The school has obtained a Title IX exemption in regards to gender identity and sexual orientation discrimination for their human sexuality policy.[5]

Debate team

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In the fall of 2013, Southeastern University launched their debate program. They compete as members of the Florida Intercollegiate Forensics Association (FIFA), participating in both Lincoln-Douglas debate, Parliamentary debate and British Parliamentary debate. SEU Debate won the FIFA State Championship Debate Tournament in February 2014, closing out Lincoln-Douglas finals. In the fall of 2015, during the University of Southern Mississippi tournament, SEU Debate took home 17 individual awards and were the only institution to advance all of their teams. SEU Debate is a student-led team.[11]

Forum at SEU

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Held annually on the university's Lakeland campus, the Forum at SEU provides actionable leadership training to the students.[12]

SEU Chapel

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SEU Chapel are Christian services. SEU Worship is the worship expression of the students.[13]

Athletics

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Main article: Southeastern Fire

The Southeastern athletic teams are called the Fire. The school's mascot is known as Scorch.[14] The university is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), primarily competing in the Sun Conference (formerly known as the Florida Sun Conference (FSC) until after the 2007–08 school year) since the 2009–10 academic year. The Fire previously competed as a member of the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA), primarily competing as an independent in the South Region of both the Division II and Division I levels.[15] The Fire previously competed as an NAIA Independent within the Association of Independent Institutions (AII) during the 2008–09 school year.

Southeastern competes in 19 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track & field and wrestling; while women's sports include basketball, beach volleyball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field and volleyball; and co-ed sports include cheerleading.

The university added softball, men's tennis, and men's & women's cross country during the 2012–13 school year, and women's golf for 2013–14. Southeastern currently competes in seven men's and seven women's sports, after the addition of football in the 2014–15 academic year. Men's wrestling was added in the 2015–2016 academic year, becoming the state's first collegiate scholarship program in decades.[16]

The men's golf team won the NCCAA National Championship in 2007.[17] In 2018, the baseball team swept the tournament to win the NAIA national championship, the first team to do so since 2013. The team finished the season with a 59–7 record.[18][19][20]

Notable alumni

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Southeastern University is a private Christian university located in Lakeland, Florida, affiliated with the Assemblies of God denomination and dedicated to training servant leaders through the integration of faith, learning, and service. Founded in 1935 as the Alabama Shield of Faith Institute in New Brockton, Alabama, the institution underwent several name changes and relocations before settling in its current Lakeland campus in 1952. The university offers more than 115 degree programs at the associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, spanning fields such as ministry, , , and the sciences, with a curriculum that emphasizes Pentecostal distinctives and cultural engagement. As of fall 2025, Southeastern University reports a total enrollment of 13,636 students across on-campus, online, and partner site deliveries, reflecting a 16% year-over-year increase and positioning it among the fastest-growing private universities in the United States. Key defining characteristics include its regional accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges since 1986 and membership in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities since 1999, alongside expansions in athletics—such as the addition of football in 2014—and infrastructure to support its growth. The university's rapid expansion has been marked by significant investments in facilities, including residence halls, a sports complex, and mission-focused programs that have extended its reach to over 250 partner sites domestically and internationally.

History

Founding and Early Development

Southeastern University was established in 1935 in New Brockton, Alabama, as the Alabama Shield of Faith Institute, a training school affiliated with the denomination. The institution aimed to prepare individuals for Christian ministry through biblical education. In 1936, the name was changed to South-Eastern Bible Institute, reflecting a focus on . The first graduating class occurred in 1937, marking the initial completion of its programs. Facing challenges in , the institute relocated to , Georgia, in 1940, where it operated as Beulah Heights Southeastern Bible Institute. By 1942, it moved to Capitol Avenue in and reverted to the name South-Eastern Bible Institute. These early moves supported modest growth in enrollment and program offerings centered on ministerial training. In 1946, seeking expanded facilities, the institution transferred to , acquiring the site of the former Lodwick School of Aeronautics, which provided infrastructure for further development. This relocation laid the groundwork for its evolution from a small institute to a more established educational entity.

Relocation and Expansion in Florida

Southeastern University relocated to Lakeland, Florida, in 1946, purchasing the former site of the Lodwick School of Aeronautics, which is now known as Tiger Town and home to Joker Marchant Stadium. This move followed a period of operation in Atlanta, Georgia, from 1940 to 1946, after its founding in 1935 as the Southeastern Bible Institute in New Brockton, Alabama. The institution sought a permanent location to support full development, leading to the sale of the Atlanta campus and initial development in Lakeland. Student enrollment grew steadily at the new Florida site, alongside expansions in academic programs. In 1952, the university shifted to its current campus on Longfellow Boulevard, situated between Lake Bonny and Lake Holloway, establishing a more stable foundation for long-term growth. Early expansions included the dedication of in 1973, providing a central venue for chapel services and spiritual activities integral to the Assemblies of God-affiliated institution. By 1986, the university achieved accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), enabling further program development and credibility. Subsequent decades saw accelerated physical and programmatic expansion. Between 2001 and 2003, construction of three new residence halls—Aventura, Esperanza, and —along with the Sportsplex and Pansler Alumni-Student Union, addressed rising enrollment demands. Enrollment surged 95% over the decade leading to 2018, reaching nearly 8,000 students, supported by over 25 campus buildings and the acquisition of nearly 20 houses on Buttercup Drive since 2006 for student and staff housing. From 2013 to 2016, major additions included , a football launched with the program's inaugural 31-7 win in 2014; the College of Natural and Health Sciences building featuring a simulation lab; the 125,000-square-foot Buena Vida live/learn facility; and an expansion of the Student Activities Center. In 2016, the university introduced a wrestling program and a degree, alongside opening the Pathways School of Excellence. The SEU Welcome Center opened in 2021, enhancing visitor and recruitment facilities. These developments reflected the university's focus on athletic, academic, and residential infrastructure to accommodate sustained growth in .

Modern Growth and Milestones

In the early , Southeastern University initiated a phase of infrastructural expansion to accommodate growing student numbers, beginning with the construction of new residence halls—Aventura, Esperanza, and —in 2001, followed by the completion of the Sportsplex and Pansler Alumni-Student Union in 2003. The institution underwent a formal renaming to Southeastern University in 2005, coinciding with the introduction of graduate degree programs that year, which laid the foundation for academic diversification. By 2007, campus amenities expanded with the opening of Tuscana Ristorante, enhancing student life facilities. Athletic and programmatic developments accelerated in the 2010s under President Kent Ingle, who took office in 2011 and oversaw the addition of 57 new undergraduate programs and 175 extension sites, contributing to a 95% enrollment increase over the subsequent decade to nearly 8,000 students by 2018. In 2009, Fire Athletics joined the NAIA's , with further growth including the announcement of football in 2012 (debuting at the new in 2014 with a 31-7 victory) and wrestling facilities added via the Student Activities Center expansion completed in 2016. Academic infrastructure advanced with the 2013 groundbreaking for the College of Natural and Health Sciences building, which opened in 2015 featuring a simulation lab, and a $25 million expansion approved in 2014 encompassing three new buildings and a track. The 125,000-square-foot Buena Vida live/learn facility, integrating classrooms and residences, was completed in 2016, alongside launches like the Pathways School of Excellence and program. Enrollment growth has positioned Southeastern among the top 1% of fastest-growing private universities nationally, with a reported 268% increase in prior years and recent records of 11,763 students in fall 2024 (up 11.7% from 2023) and 13,636 in fall 2025 (a 16% year-over-year rise, including 34% growth in online programs and over 13% in enrollment). Recent milestones include the 2021 opening of the SEU Welcome Center connected to Addison Hall and recognitions such as College of Distinction status in 2025. These developments reflect sustained investment in facilities, athletics, and program expansion, driving the university's evolution into a larger regional .

Campus and Facilities

Location and Physical Plant

Southeastern University is situated at 1000 Longfellow Boulevard in , a city in known for its small-town charm amid proximity to larger urban centers like Tampa and Orlando. The campus occupies a compact, pedestrian-friendly area where residence halls, academic buildings, and dining options are all within walking distance, eliminating the need for personal vehicles for daily navigation. Lakeland's subtropical climate features average winter highs of 72°F and summer highs of 91°F, complemented by palm trees and tropical breezes that enhance the campus environment. The physical plant includes a range of academic, residential, and recreational facilities centered around the main entrance on Longfellow Boulevard, which leads to the Welcome Center. Key structures encompass the Natural & Health Sciences Building, Education Building, Student Activities Center (SAC), and residence halls such as Bolin Hall, Bush Hall, and the Buena Vida East and West complexes. Athletic amenities feature The Furnace arena within the SAC for and , an Aquatic Center, soccer fields, and a fire football constructed in 2014. Significant expansions have modernized the campus infrastructure. The 125,000-square-foot Buena Vida live/learn facility, opened in fall 2016, integrates student residences, classrooms, faculty offices, music rehearsal halls, a Mac computer lab, auditorium, and food court. Additional developments include the College of Natural & Health Sciences Building and Choral Rehearsal Hall in 2015, SAC gym expansion in 2016, and the Welcome Center in 2020. An NCAA-standard 8-lane track and field facility is planned to surround the soccer complex, supporting varsity track and field programs. These enhancements build on earlier growth, with over 265,000 square feet added through new constructions and remodels since 1999, though subsequent projects have further expanded capacity.

Library and Academic Resources

The Steelman Library constitutes the central repository for academic materials at Southeastern University, housing physical and digital collections that include books, ebooks, DVDs, CDs, musical scores, streaming video and audio content, children's materials, and serial publications. Located at 1000 Longfellow Boulevard in , the facility operates under special hours for events and holidays, with contact available via phone at 863-667-5089 or email at [email protected]. Library users benefit from an extensive array of online databases, accessible through a unified article search interface or categorized by , supporting research across fields such as and . Beyond traditional holdings, the library circulates supplementary resources including laptops, board games, Oculus VR headsets, calculators, DVD and Blu-ray players, and external disc drives to facilitate student learning and multimedia access. Complementing the library, Southeastern University's Academic Center for Enrichment () and Testing Services deliver free tutoring in subjects like writing, , and sciences, alongside proctored testing for placement and exams. The Center for Student Success further bolsters academic resources by offering advising, skill-building workshops, and personalized support to enhance retention and performance, with services extending to graduate students including access to platforms like Brainfuse. These integrated offerings emphasize practical aid in a faith-based educational context, prioritizing empirical student outcomes over generalized institutional narratives.

Academics

Programs and Structure

Southeastern University organizes its academic offerings into five primary colleges: the Barnett College of Ministry and Theology, Jannetides College of Business, Communication, and Leadership, College of Education, College of Natural and Health Sciences, and College of Social Sciences and Humanities. These colleges oversee programs delivered on the main campus in , through online formats, partner sites, and for high school students. The university provides more than 120 degree programs across associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels, supplemented by certificates, minors, and non-degree options. Undergraduate curricula emphasize Christ-centered in fields including , behavioral and social sciences, and , communication, and , , humanities, and , with bachelor's degrees typically requiring 120 credit hours. Accelerated pathways, such as the RN to BSN, enable faster completion for qualified students. Graduate and professional programs, numbering over 20, focus on advanced preparation in ministry, , and , often blending online and hybrid delivery. Examples include the and in the Barnett College, and Doctor of Strategic Leadership in the Jannetides College, and in the College of Education. Doctoral offerings, such as the PhD in , target scholarly and practical expertise. Specialized structures support interdisciplinary and , including the School of Honors for high-achieving undergraduates and study abroad programs in 10 international locations. All programs integrate faith-based perspectives, with core requirements in and chapel attendance.

Accreditation and Faculty

Southeastern University holds regional from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), authorizing the institution to confer associate, baccalaureate, master's, education specialist, and doctoral degrees, as well as certificates and diplomas at approved levels. This was reaffirmed following a comprehensive process, including a compliance certification , a Quality Enhancement Plan focused on whole-person development, and an on-site evaluation, extending through December 2031 with an interim required in June 2027. Program-specific accreditations supplement SACSCOC oversight, including recognition from the Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for degrees, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for programs, and membership in the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) for offerings. The has approved Southeastern's programs to meet state requirements for teacher . The university maintains 129 full-time instructional faculty as of the 2023–2024 , supplemented by 382 adjunct instructors to accommodate its diverse course offerings across multiple delivery modes. Among instructional faculty, 69% possess terminal degrees in their disciplines, aligning with standards for qualified personnel in higher education. The student-to-faculty ratio is 26:1, reflecting a balance between personalized instruction and for an enrollment exceeding 10,000 students. Faculty appointments emphasize both scholarly expertise and commitment to the institution's Pentecostal Christian , as outlined in its doctrinal commitments, though specific hiring criteria beyond credentials are governed internally per accreditation compliance.

Rankings and Recognition

Southeastern University holds institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), authorizing it to confer associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees as of its most recent reaffirmation. Specific programs, such as the in Business and Professional Leadership, receive accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). In national and regional evaluations, Southeastern University is categorized by among Regional Universities in the , where it ranks within the top tier for its category, emphasizing factors like graduation rates and resources. Niche rankings place it at #40 among the most conservative colleges in America and #69 for best colleges for nationwide, reflecting its evangelical Christian orientation and student body demographics. For Florida-specific metrics, it earned #15 out of 31 for best colleges for communications and #17 out of 55 for business programs in 2025 assessments. The university has sustained recognition as a of Distinction for over five consecutive years, including special honors in the and Christian college categories for 2025-26, based on criteria such as teaching quality, engagement, and career preparation. Additional accolades include #3 ranking for best college dorms in among 38 evaluated schools in fall 2024. These evaluations, while varying in —Niche relying on user reviews and data analytics, and Colleges of Distinction on qualitative institutional reviews—consistently highlight Southeastern's strengths in faith-integrated and student life over broader academic research metrics.

Spiritual Formation

Chapel and Worship

Chapel services form the core of at Southeastern University, a private Christian institution affiliated with the , where on-campus undergraduate students must earn 30 spiritual formation credits per semester through participation in designated worship and devotional activities. These credits reflect a transition from earlier chapel-specific mandates, emphasizing broader engagement in faith-building events to foster personal growth and doctrinal alignment with Pentecostal traditions. Weekly offerings include Community on Thursdays at 9:00 a.m., featuring guest speakers, scriptural exposition, and congregational ; The , held Mondays at 6:15 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., which provides energetic evening gatherings for younger adults; and on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m., focused on intercessory without livestream access. Services incorporate led by SEU , a signed to Sony's Provident Label Group, known for albums such as Heart Cry (2024), Move of (2025), and A Forgiving (June 2025), which draw from campus revival experiences including post-Asbury initiatives. Worship emphasizes charismatic expressions like spontaneous , prophetic ministry, and Spirit-led , consistent with emphases on the in the and gifts of the Spirit, while remaining open to diverse backgrounds for communal . Attendance supports holistic discipleship, integrating with practical ministry preparation, though credits can also accrue via online devotionals or service opportunities. Special events, such as candlelight services for national or annual conferences, further enrich these practices.

Integration of Faith in Education

Southeastern University's educational philosophy centers on integrating Christian with academic disciplines to foster a Christ-centered among students. This commitment is embedded in its mission to deliver Spirit-empowered that combines , learning, and service, transforming minds to engage biblically. Core values such as authentic and guide this process, ensuring that scriptural truth informs teaching and scholarship across programs. The Foundational Core curriculum, a required 34-credit-hour component of undergraduate degrees, exemplifies this integration through dedicated courses like "The Story of Scripture" and the "Worldview and Complex Problems Seminar." These elements build habits of inquiry—discursive, quantitative, and creative-aesthetic—while anchoring learning in a biblical Christian framework, equipping students to apply to vocational calling and complex societal problems. Faculty evaluations explicitly assess instructors' effectiveness in demonstrating Christian and weaving it into classroom content, reinforcing faith's role in all disciplines. In specialized programs, faith integration manifests through targeted coursework, such as PCOU 5203 in the counseling track, which examines evangelical approaches to blending Christian principles with professional practices. The university's Quality Enhancement Plan further links personal faith to academic success, promoting character development and ethical reasoning grounded in Scripture. This pervasive approach, aligned with the heritage, aims to produce graduates who embody integrated faith in and cultural engagement.

Doctrinal Commitments and Policies

Southeastern University maintains doctrinal commitments aligned with its affiliation to the Assemblies of God, subscribing to the denomination's Statement of Fundamental Truths, which outlines 16 core doctrines including the divine inspiration and infallibility of Scripture as the rule for faith and practice, the existence of one true God in three persons (Trinity), the deity and virgin birth of Jesus Christ, the fall of humanity into sin, salvation through repentance and faith in Christ alone, the baptism in the Holy Spirit evidenced by speaking in tongues, divine healing as provided in Christ's atonement, and the premillennial second coming of Christ. The university explicitly affirms that the Scriptures are inspired by God and reveal His redemptive plan, that Jesus Christ is fully human and fully divine, and that the university welcomes students from all Christian denominations while anchoring its beliefs in these Pentecostal evangelical tenets. University policies enforce these commitments through requirements for faculty, staff, and students. Full-time and part-time faculty must affiliate with the to the extent required by denominational standards, including affirmation of the Statement of Fundamental Truths, to ensure alignment in teaching and spiritual leadership. Students enter a faith-based community covenant obligating adherence to scriptural standards, including mandatory attendance, personal integrity, and abstinence from behaviors deemed sexually immoral such as , , , and homosexual acts, with violations subject to disciplinary review. On , Southeastern affirms that biological sex is determined by at conception, rejecting sex-reassignment interventions or identification, and defines as the union of one genetic male and one genetic female, prohibiting , , and unnatural intercourse as contrary to biblical design (citing Genesis 2:18, 21–24 and 13:4). Housing, athletics, and facilities remain segregated by biological sex to uphold these principles. Additional conduct policies prohibit alcohol, , and illegal use under federal Drug-Free Act compliance (1988), fostering a environment integrated with Spirit-empowered and Christ-centered . These policies reflect the university's mission to equip students through faith-integrated learning while maintaining fidelity to doctrines.

Student Life

Residential and Campus Culture


Southeastern University mandates on-campus for traditional undergraduate students for their first four years, with exemptions granted for those aged 23 or older, married students, part-time enrollees, or individuals living with legal guardians upon documentation. Approximately 52% of students reside on campus, accommodated in single-gender residence halls including Bauer Hall and Bethany Hall (double rooms for males and females, respectively), Aventura and Esperanza Halls (female suites), Destino Hall (male suites), and studio-style options like and South Pointe. Facilities feature furnished rooms with beds, desks, and ; free ; bi-weekly ; and communal spaces such as study lounges, courtyards, fire pits, and sports courts. Housing applications are required via the university's portal, with matching facilitated through software, and community coordinators providing mentoring, safety oversight, and prayer support. Residential life emphasizes structured , with events, discipleship groups, and resident assistants promoting personal growth and accountability. Policies enforce Christian standards, prohibiting alcohol, drugs, smoking, and inappropriate dress or conduct in and across campus facilities. Check-in occurs after 1:00 PM, with check-out by 9:00 AM, and maintains floors weekly provided they remain clear. Dining integrates via mandatory meal plans at venues like Tuscana Ristorante and , supporting the residential experience near Lake Holloway and athletic fields. Campus culture reflects the university's affiliation, prioritizing faith integration, spiritual formation, and camaraderie over secular partying, with student reviews describing an alcohol-free environment focused on , , clubs, and events. Niche ratings award dorms an A for comfort and location, while overall student life earns a B+, highlighting a welcoming, clean setting that fosters spiritual growth without traditional Greek-dominated or substance-oriented scenes. Security includes 24-hour patrols and secure entry, enhancing the safe, immersive atmosphere where faith shapes daily interactions and community standards.

Extracurricular Activities

Southeastern University provides students with over 40 clubs and organizations, encompassing academic, professional, ministry, creative, and special interest groups designed to foster community, leadership, and personal development. Examples include the Pre-Physical/Occupational Therapy Association for health sciences students, Alpha Chi SEU and Psi Chi honor societies for academic excellence, the COMM Club for communication majors, SEU Debate for argumentation skills, Creative Circle for artistic pursuits, Psychology Minds Matter for behavioral science enthusiasts, Students for Life advocating pro-life positions, and Campus Outreach for evangelistic outreach. These groups enable participation in activities such as debates, service projects, creative workshops, and peer discussions, with the Student Government Association (SGA) facilitating oversight, funding, and annual Club Rush events to promote recruitment and visibility. Student leadership programs complement club involvement, offering structured roles in areas like the Chapel Team for worship coordination, First Year Experience (FYE) groups for incoming student integration, Missions for global outreach planning, Multicultural Affairs for diversity initiatives, SEU Worship for music ministry, Student Programming for event coordination, and We Are SEU for campus ambassadorship. Commuter Life and Campus Life programs specifically support non-residential and residential students in building connections through targeted gatherings. These initiatives emphasize skill-building in organization, public speaking, and spiritual leadership, often tied to the university's Assemblies of God affiliation. Campus events and traditions further enrich extracurricular engagement, including Welcome Week for orientation, Big Bash and for large-scale socials, Thursday Night Live for entertainment, Semester’s Eve celebrations, on El Prado festivities, Missions Conference for international focus, Art Shows and Music Concerts for cultural expression, Career Week for professional networking, and Engage Church Expo for ministry partnerships. Smaller-scale activities such as Dessert nights, Community Dinners, Lakeland Scavenger Hunts, and Mystery Bus Rides promote bonding and exploration. Additionally, the university fields an team competing in National Association of Collegiate (NACE) and Collegiate Starleague (CSL) events, utilizing dedicated facilities for gaming-based competition. Participation in these extracurriculars is encouraged to align with SEU's emphasis on holistic student formation, though all activities adhere to the university's conduct standards.

Conduct Standards and Community Expectations

Southeastern University maintains a Community Covenant that outlines behavioral expectations for students, faculty, and staff as participants in its faith-based environment. This covenant emphasizes voluntary commitment to scriptural principles, requiring adherence to a derived from biblical teachings on holiness, , and community living. Students agree to prioritize spiritual growth through practices such as regular reading, , and , while fostering respect for others' dignity and resolving conflicts 18:15-20. Prohibited activities under the covenant include the possession, use, or distribution of alcohol (except in sacramental communion), marijuana, products, illegal drugs, or the abuse of legal substances. Sexual immorality is strictly forbidden, encompassing , , LGBT behaviors, and pornography consumption. Additional bans cover expressions of bigotry, slander, , or any form of , with expectations to honor university , cooperate in servant-hearted service, and demonstrate compassion toward non-believers. These standards aim to cultivate a supportive environment aligned with the Assemblies of God's doctrinal positions on morality and as outlined in Genesis 1:26-28. Community expectations extend to practical lifestyle guidelines, such as adherence to a modest and respect for others' property and rights, promoting a culture of and ethical character development. Violations are addressed through the university's student conduct processes, which may involve warnings, , or dismissal, ensuring within the covenant framework. The covenant underscores the institution's commitment to undiluted biblical over secular norms, reflecting its mission to equip students as Spirit-empowered leaders.

Athletics

Programs and Conferences

Southeastern University sponsors intercollegiate athletic programs for the Southeastern Fire, competing at the (NAIA) level. The university fields 10 men's teams, 8 women's teams, and 2 co-ed teams, totaling 20 varsity programs. Men's programs include , , cross country, football, , soccer, , , and wrestling. Women's programs consist of , cross country, (noted in historical listings), soccer, , , , and . Co-ed programs are bass fishing and e-sports. Cheerleading operates as a sport-level activity for both men and women. The Fire primarily compete in The Sun Conference (TSC), an NAIA-affiliated league with member institutions across , Georgia, and other southeastern states. Wrestling participates in the (AAC). These affiliations enable regular-season competition, conference championships, and postseason opportunities in NAIA national tournaments.

Achievements and Facilities

Southeastern University's athletics programs, competing in the (NAIA) as part of The , have secured notable successes across multiple sports. The team achieved the program's first NAIA in 2018, defeating No. 7 Freed-Hardeman University 6-3 in the final game held in . In 2025, the squad posted a 47-15 record under head coach Gabe Grinder, earning an NAIA World Series appearance and Grinder's selection as SEU Coach of the Year. The men's and women's teams dominated the 2025 Championships, claiming their sixth consecutive titles with 14 event victories and 78 combined place winners. Seven Fire athletes earned NAIA All-American honors across seven events at the 2025 NAIA Indoor National Championships. Football highlights include a 23-17 upset victory over No. 13 St. on October 25, 2025, snapping a four-game skid. Facilities supporting these programs include The Furnace, a 29,000-square-foot complex housing coaching offices, athletic training rooms, locker rooms, and team meeting areas for multiple sports. serves as the home venue for football and select soccer matches, with a fixed of 3,500 and an 11-1 record in its first two seasons of use. Ted A. Broer Stadium, designed to evoke a scaled-down , hosts games. The on-campus SEU Soccer Field opened for women's soccer on September 25, 2023, while the SEU Softball Field, located at Longfellow Boulevard and Crystal Lake Drive, debuted in 2014. The arena, expanded in April 2016 within the Student Activities Center, accommodates wrestling and other indoor events.

Leadership and Governance

Administrative History

Southeastern University traces its origins to 1935, when it was founded as the Alabama Shield of Faith Institute in New Brockton, , by leader J.C. Thames and other Southeastern District officials to train ministers and Christian workers. The institution opened on November 4, 1935, under its first president, Guy Shields, and held its inaugural commencement on May 22, 1937, graduating 17 students. In 1936, it was renamed South-Eastern Bible Institute to reflect its expanded biblical focus. Administrative decisions drove early relocations and mergers to ensure institutional survival and growth amid financial challenges. In 1940, the school moved to , Georgia, merging with Beulah Heights Institute and adopting the name Beulah Heights Southeastern Institute before reverting to South-Eastern Institute in 1942. By 1946, it relocated to , utilizing the former Lodwick School of facility, and settled at its current Longfellow Boulevard campus in 1952. In 1956, under evolving academic offerings including bachelor’s degrees, it became South-Eastern College. The board renamed it Southeastern College of the Assemblies of God in 1977 to emphasize its denominational ties and expanded programs in education and ministry. Leadership transitions marked periods of stabilization and expansion. Cyril E. Homer served as president during the late 20th century, following roles as assistant to the president, overseeing efforts that culminated in Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) approval in 1986. Don Argue later held the presidency, resigning to take a national Assemblies of God role, after which the institution navigated a search process extending into 2010. In 2005, the board approved a transition to Southeastern University status, enabling master’s programs and reflecting broadened academic scope while retaining affiliation. J. Ingle assumed the presidency in 2011, leading expansions in enrollment, online education, and global campuses, with reaffirmed through 2021. Under Ingle, the university has emphasized networked growth, reaching approximately 10,500 students by the 2020s.

Affiliation with Assemblies of God

Southeastern University traces its denominational roots to the through a series of institutional developments beginning in its founding era. Established in 1935 as the Alabama Shield of Faith Institute in New Brockton, , the school relocated multiple times and adopted names emphasizing biblical , such as South-Eastern Bible Institute in 1936 and South-Eastern Bible College in 1956, reflecting early alignment with Pentecostal priorities. In 1977, following the addition of teacher programs, it was formally renamed Southeastern College of the , explicitly incorporating the denomination into its identity and signaling deepened ties to its mission of training ministers and lay leaders. The university retained this affiliation after its 2005 renaming to Southeastern University, maintaining endorsement from the Assemblies of God's Commission on Christian Higher Education under the General Council. This relationship manifests in doctrinal adherence to the Assemblies of God's Statement of Fundamental Truths, encompassing the inerrancy of Scripture, the , Christ's virgin birth and , by , and the of the evidenced by . Southeastern University's mission statement affirms pride in this Pentecostal heritage, integrating —such as emphasis on divine , premillennial return of Christ, and evangelism—into its curriculum while welcoming students from varied Christian backgrounds. Practical ties include General Council approval of programs like The Academy, a ministerial training pathway that fulfills Assemblies of God credentialing requirements, and degree offerings in ministry leadership that prepare graduates for within the denomination. As the largest -affiliated institution, with over 10,000 students, it operates autonomously but aligns governance and policies with denominational standards on conduct, worship, and theological education. This affiliation supports faculty hiring prioritizing Pentecostal convictions and campus practices like services featuring Spirit-led worship.

Notable Associates

Alumni Accomplishments

Devaris "Dee" Strange-Gordon attended Southeastern University and played baseball there in 2007 before transferring; he enjoyed a nine-season career from 2011 to 2019 across five teams, culminating in a standout 2015 season with the where he won the National League batting title (.333 average), a at second base, and led the league with 58 stolen bases. Kristen Ledlow graduated from Southeastern University with a degree in broadcasting and communications, where she excelled as an All-American player and set basketball records; she now hosts NBA Inside Stuff on , provides sideline reporting for playoff coverage, and has contributed to and HLN sports segments. Melony Bell earned her degree from Southeastern University and leveraged it in , serving 14 years on the Polk before representing House District 49 from 2022 to 2024; she was elected Polk County Supervisor of Elections in November 2024. Daniel Kolenda, a Southeastern University alumnus, leads Christ for all Nations as CEO and evangelist, overseeing that have reached over 100 million people primarily in since succeeding in 2014, with documented decisions for Christ exceeding 85 million by 2023. Bryan Duncan, profiled in Southeastern University's alumni magazine, is a Grammy-nominated Christian recording artist who has released over 20 albums, earned multiple including for his work with The Nehring Duncan Band, and performed extensively in circles since the 1980s.

Faculty and Contributors

Southeastern University's faculty consists of educators and scholars across colleges including ministry and , , , natural and health sciences, , and social sciences and , with roles ranging from deans and full professors to associate professors, instructors, , and members. Faculty members emphasize expertise integrated with a commitment to Christian , supporting over 100 degree programs at associate through doctoral levels. Key academic leaders include Christopher Palmer, Dean of the Barnett College of Ministry & Theology and ; Lisa Coscia, Dean of the of Education and of ; Jeffrey Paul, Dean of the Jannetides of Business, Communication & and ; Aimee Franklin, Dean of the of Natural & Health Sciences and of ; Tyson Voigt, Dean of the of Music and Director of Percussion Studies; and Nathaniel Pearson, Dean of the of Social Sciences & Humanities and . Among notable contributors, Dr. Samuel Hemby was designated Professor Emeritus by the SEU Board of Trustees on May 14, 2025, recognizing his significant institutional impact. Long-serving faculty Dr. Larry Hazelbaker (class of 1975) and Dr. Deborah Hazelbaker retired after accumulating 66 combined years at the university, contributing to its academic and . Assistant Professor of Bethany Torres O'Brien received recognition from in December 2023 for her work in the field. Associate Professor of and Adrienne S. Garvey holds a Ph.D. and has professional experience from . These individuals exemplify the faculty's role in advancing teaching and specialized instruction aligned with the university's mission.

Reception and Criticisms

Achievements and Impact

Southeastern University has demonstrated consistent growth in enrollment, reaching record-breaking levels in fall 2025, reflecting its expanding reach in providing accessible higher education. The institution awarded 1,538 degrees across undergraduate and graduate programs in 2023, with 61.2% conferred to women, underscoring its role in broadening educational opportunities. In national rankings, it placed #395-434 among National Universities and #104 as a Top Performer in in the 2026 edition, highlighting success in enabling socioeconomic advancement for students from lower-income backgrounds. The university's programs have earned specialized recognitions, including top rankings for online education and placement—fourth nationally in the latter category—and placement in the top 15 among private doctoral institutions as of fall 2024. Locally, Southeastern was voted the Best College/University in the 2025 Best of Community's Choice Awards, affirming community endorsement of its educational contributions. Its emphasis on integrating with learning has fostered , as evidenced by and current students engaging in service-oriented roles, such as community enrichment initiatives in Lakeland. Economically, the university generates substantial regional benefits, with an estimated annual impact of approximately $300 million on Polk County as of 2016, driven by student spending, operations, and construction activities. This influence extends through community projects, including the 2025 groundbreaking for an center funded by donor legacies, aimed at enhancing local educational infrastructure and demonstrating long-term civic commitment. Alumni outcomes contribute to broader societal impact, with the institution tracking graduates' professional advancements in fields aligned with its Christ-centered mission, though specific metrics emphasize collective influence over individual accolades. Overall, Southeastern's achievements lie in scalable and regional vitality rather than elite research metrics, aligning with its foundational priorities since 1935.

Controversies and Debates

In 2023, former Southeastern University vice president Brian Carroll was sentenced to 15 months in after pleading guilty to wire fraud for orchestrating a scheme that defrauded the institution of approximately $155,000. Carroll created a shell company to secure a redesign from the between 2017 and 2018, diverting payments to himself while concealing the ; he was ordered to pay $112,500 in restitution and forfeit $42,000 in proceeds. Athletics programs have faced multiple allegations of misconduct. In October 2021, the university's head voluntarily relinquished his license following a of involving inappropriate physical contact with a student-athlete during treatment sessions. In February 2023, a was filed in Polk accusing the university of in handling by a coach, with claims that administrators failed to investigate or act on reports, allowing the abuse to continue. Separately, in 2019, former cheerleader Ali Roberts sued Southeastern University, its cheerleading coach, and an assistant trainer for , alleging repeated concussions from unsafe stunting practices and inadequate medical oversight that exacerbated her traumatic injuries. The university's alignment with Assemblies of God doctrines on social issues has sparked external criticism, particularly from local media framing its positions as discriminatory. In April , SEU invited attorney David Cortman of —a legal group designated as an anti-LGBTQ hate organization by the —to deliver the commencement address, prompting backlash over his involvement in cases challenging and transgender rights accommodations. In , President Kent Ingle joined over 100 evangelical leaders in a letter to Minority Leader opposing the , arguing it would expose religious institutions to lawsuits for adhering to biblical views on as between one man and one woman. Internally, some conservative observers have debated perceived theological softening at SEU, citing instances of faculty or student promotion of views diverging from strict Pentecostal orthodoxy, such as openness to charismatic experiences outside parameters. Public funding for campus expansions has also generated debate, with critics questioning the allocation of $4.5 million in state funds to a private institution requiring mandatory chapel attendance and upholding faith-based hiring preferences, amid competing public infrastructure needs like repairs. Proponents counter that such grants support in Lakeland without violating church-state separation, as the funds target non-sectarian facilities.

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