Nelson University facts for kids
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Former names
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Southwestern Assemblies of God College (1927–1994) Southwestern Bible School Shield of Faith Bible School Southern Bible Institute Southwestern Assemblies of God University (1994–2024) |
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| Motto | Higher Education for a Higher Purpose |
| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1927 |
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Religious affiliation
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Assemblies of God |
| President | Kermit Bridges |
| Provost | Kimberly Trewern |
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Academic staff
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125 |
| Students | 2,012 |
| Undergraduates | 1,700 |
| Postgraduates | 312 |
| Location |
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Texas
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United States
32°24′14″N 96°51′11″W / 32.4038°N 96.8530°W |
| Campus | Suburban, 70 acres (0.28 km2) |
| Colors | Purple & Gold |
| Nickname | Lions |
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Sporting affiliations
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NAIA – Sooner NCCAA Division I – Central |
| Mascot | Judah the Lion |
Nelson University is a private Christian university located in Waxahachie, Texas, United States. It is a private school that offers many different college degrees. Nelson University is approved by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. It is also supported by the Assemblies of God USA.
The university offers degrees at different levels. Students can earn associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. These degrees are in subjects like liberal arts, Bible studies, and church ministries. On August 1, 2024, the school changed its name from Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) to Nelson University.
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Discovering Nelson University's History
How Nelson University Began
Nelson University started from three different Bible schools. The first school was Southwestern Bible School. It began in 1927 in Enid, Oklahoma. P.C. Nelson was its leader.
The second school was Shield of Faith Bible Institute. It started in 1931 in Amarillo, Texas. Guy Shields led this school. It had a Bible school, a grade school, and a high school.
The third school was Southern Bible College. It began in 1931 in Goose Creek, Texas (now Baytown). J. T. Little started it. The school moved to Houston in 1933. Its name then changed to Southern Bible Institute.
Learning at Nelson University
Nelson University has seen its student numbers grow over the years. The school had record numbers of students in the fall of 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010. In 2010, a total of 2,064 students were enrolled.
Nelson University Athletics
The sports teams at Nelson University are known as the Lions. The university is part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). They mainly compete in the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC). Nelson University joined this conference in the 2013–14 school year.
Sports Achievements
The 2012–13 school year was a great one for the Nelson Lions basketball team. They achieved a high ranking in the NAIA. The team finished as the second-place champions in the entire NAIA.
Meet Judah the Lion
The school's mascot is Judah the Lion. This mascot was chosen in 1963. It was influenced by Vice President George Brazell. He got a four-month-old lion cub and named it Judah.
Famous People from Nelson University
Many notable people have attended Nelson University. Here are a few:
- Gary Elkins (graduated in 1978) was a politician. He was a member of the Texas House of Representatives.
- Mike Evans is an author and journalist. He also comments on events in the Middle East.
- Marla Hanson is a screenwriter and former model.
- Jerry Lee Lewis was a musician. He was known for his boogie-woogie style.
- Marlin Maddoux was a Christian radio host. He founded Point of View Ministries.
- Mike Murdock is a televangelist and Christian singer-songwriter. He attended the university for three semesters.
See also
In Spanish: Universidad de las Asambleas de Dios Suroccidentales para niños
