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film crew on set
News
December 10, 2025

SVAD Feature Film Prepares Students for Professional Careers

Isabele Barreto Freitas, sophomore nursing major

For three consecutive weeks in June, students from Southern Adventist University’s School of Visual Art and Design (SVAD) participated in the principal photography of a feature film in collaboration with alumni and friends of the university.

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Sculptor Victor Issa speaks about the art installation during the unveiling ceremony on November 6.
News
December 3, 2025

New Fit for Eternity Sculpture Celebrates Wholistic Fitness

Chehalis Eno, senior English major

The long-anticipated Fit for Eternity sculpture, depicting Jesus jogging with two college students, was unveiled in front of Hulsey Wellness Center on the campus of Southern Adventist University on November 6.

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Two Southern Adventist University nursing students stand beside community member Barbara Smith
Feature
November 12, 2025

Nursing Students Save a Life

Julia Juler, junior English major

One day earlier this year, Southern Adventist University students were working at a health fair booth at the Samaritan Center in Ooltewah, Tennessee, when they were able to help a local senior citizen gain a second chance at life.

1 month ago
Sonscreen Film Festival
News
November 4, 2025

Southern Students Win Nine Sonscreen Awards for Film Creativity

Becky Brooks, editorial manager

Southern’s School of Visual Art and Design was well-represented at the North American Division’s annual Sonscreen Film Festival, held April 3-5 at the Loma Linda University Church in California.

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School of Nursing Opens New Simulation Center
News
October 29, 2025

School of Nursing Opens New Simulation Center

Isabella Dixon, sophomore English major

The School of Nursing at Southern Adventist University recently gained an exciting new addition: the Miller Hall Nursing Simulation Center.

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professional leading with confidence
News
October 22, 2025

Southern to Launch Innovative Doctor of Education Program in 2026

Becky Brooks, editorial manager

Southern Adventist University is pleased to announce the launch of a new Doctor of Education (EdD) degree focused on Innovation in Leadership and Learning, slated to begin in Fall 2026.

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A view of the banquet hall at A Taste of Southern
News

Southern Adventist University’s fourth annual A Taste of Southern gala was held on October 2 at The Chattanoogan Hotel in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee.

2 months ago
PTA students
Feature
September 23, 2025

Learning for Life

Stephanie Maeda, ’25

At Southern Adventist University, students don’t just study—they prepare for real-world careers through hands-on experience, personal mentorship, and a values-based approach.

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