The Cardinal Newman Society Features the Achievements of The Abbey
The 2020-2021 school year was one like no other. Belmont Abbey College pushed through to maintain the community and culture that has always been present while still taking steps to ensure the safety of each
Agora 2021
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Academic Awards List Spring 2021
Listed are those who were awarded Dean's List and President's List for Spring 2021. The President's List is for students with a 4.0 GPA. The Dean's List is for students with a 3.4 GPA. President's
Farewell to Dr. Hren
In the words of Belmont Abbey College's Dean of the Honors College, Dr. Joseph Wysocki: Dr. Joshua Hren will be joining the faculty of a Catholic MFA program at the University of St. Thomas in
Academic Awards Ceremony 2021
On April 13th a momentous occasion took place in the Haid Ballroom: the 30th Annual Academic Awards ceremony,led by our President, Dr. Thierfelder. One of the awards given out was the Adrian Award for
Hospital Construction to Begin This Summer
CaroMont Regional Medical Center's construction is slated to begin this summer. This medical center will work in conjunction with Belmont Abbey College and our healthcare programs, giving students an excellent opportunity to work hands-on while
Belmont Abbey Debate Finishes in Top 30% at Nationals
Belmont Abbey Debate concluded its 2020-2021 season this weekend at the IPDA National Championship. This year, the tournament welcomed over 300 competitors, ranging from state schools like UCLA and the University of Florida to
The Abbey Attic: Episode 5
This episode of the Abbey Attic features an antique cameo necklace that has been passed down through Abbey staff member Kimberly Stallings’ family. Christie explains a bit of the piece’s history and shares some information
The Completion Of New Residence Hall
Belmont Abbey College announces the completion of the newest addition to its campus, a 136-room residence hall. The largest capital investment in the college’s history, the new hall primarily serves upperclassmen but also adds
Friday, April 9th: Free Citizens, Free Souls: A Conference on Education, Social Justice, and the Great Books
Free Citizens, Free Souls: A Conference on Education, Social Justice, and the Great Books April 9th @ 1 PM & 5PM April 10th @ 2:30 PM Thanks to a generous grant from
Dr. Thierfelder Speaks at Catholic Men’s Conference
On March 20th, the Diocese of Charlotte held their 11th annual Catholic Men's Conference. It was held both in person at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Charlotte and virtually. President of Belmont Abbey College, Dr.
Belmont Abbey Debate Competes at Pi Kappa Delta National Comprehensive Online Tournament
The Belmont Abbey Debate Team most recently competed at the Pi Kappa Delta National Comprehensive Tournament. While our main national competition will occur April 9-11 for IPDA Nationals, three of our students also participated
The Abbey Attic: Episode 4
This episode of The Abbey Attic, we go behind the Belmont Abbey Monastery walls with Abbot Placid Solari, O.S.B., to learn about some of the treasures it holds. Christie shows us several pieces painted
Dr. Beeman Featured on Expert Panel
Zippia, a career search engine for recent graduates, consulted with experts in higher education across the nation for their opinions on the current direction of the job market. Graduates in 2020 entered a job
Maria Kuhlman Named Murphy Osborne Award Winner
Maria Kuhlman of Belmont Abbey has been chosen as the winner of the prestigious 2020-21 Conference Carolinas Murphy Osborne Award. A senior from Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Kuhlman owns a 3.99 grade-point average as
Alumna Named Jackson County Schools Superintendent
Belmont Abbey College graduate, Dr. Dana Ayers, was recently named the Jackson County Schools Superintendent. Dana studied Elementary Education during her time at the Abbey and eventually went on to pursue a Masters in School
Gaston County’s First Master’s Degree
Belmont Abbey College recently announced its first graduate degree program! This degree program in Health Administration is the first graduate program of many that the college plans to provide in the future. This also
The Abbey Attic: Episode 3
Calling all sports fans: this is the Abbey Attic episode for you! Abbey Alumnus Brendan Reilly ’91 shares his collection of sports memorabilia with us via Zoom. Brendan’s years as a golf professional have brought
WBTV Features Belmont Abbey College Connect
Belmont Abbey College Connect is a partnership between Belmont Abbey College and Gaston College assisting students in completing their four-year degree. Recently, Dr. Travis Feezell, Belmont Abbey College Provost, was interviewed on WBTV to discuss
Carolina Catholic Radio Network Features Belmont Abbey College
On March 1st, Carolina Catholic Radio Network featured Belmont Abbey College in their Carolina Catholic News Update. The update highlighted the Abbey's Jump Start program and the recent announcement of Belmont Abbey College Connect program
Kurated Noire Launched by Abbey Alum
Abbey Alumnas, Jennifer Joyner, recently launched Kurated Noire, an art collecting and interior design business, alongside her daughter, Kadijah, right here in Gaston County! Jennifer studied business during her time at the Abbey and
Converging Roads Medical Ethics Conference
The St. John Paul II Foundation, in collaboration with the Diocese of Charlotte, and Belmont Abbey College, invite all health care professionals to the fourth annual Converging Roads medical ethics conference on Saturday,
10th Annual NCICU Ethics Bowl
The Belmont Abbey College Debate Team participated in the 10th Annual NCICU Ethics Bowl February 20th, focusing on compassionate decision-making in the context of a pandemic. Our students represented Belmont Abbey as a panel, weighing
The Abbey Attic: Episode 2
The Abbey has always been uniquely integrated with nature. This Abbey Attic episode features Dr. Robert Tompkins, who shared with us the life and work of Ralph Ray Jr., who graduated from the Abbey Prep
Abbey Alum Combines Baseball & Faith
Abbey Alumni John Cuppett felt a call to the priesthood at a young age, but had another love he didn't want to lose - baseball. During his time attending Belmont Abbey College, John discovered that
A Classical Descent into ‘The Underworld’
Honors College Seminar Series: A Classical Descent into 'The Underworld' Featuring Dr. Joshua Hren discussing Gioia's "The Underworld" Thursday, February 25, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EST “When we praise a poet,”
Episode 1 of Abbey Attic
Check out our first episode of The Abbey Attic! In this episode, our host, Christine Graziano Downing '90, will meet long-time Belmont resident, Bob. He has been a collector for many years, with a particular
Gaston Gazette Features Belmont Abbey Connect
On Tuesday, February 9th, Belmont Abbey College and Gaston College officially joined together to assist students in obtaining their Bachelor's degree. Belmont Abbey Connect is a new initiative that will provide a seamless transition
Remembering Father David Kessinger, O.S.B.
Remembering Father David Kessinger August 5, 1932 - February 7, 2021 Click Below to view the Funeral Mass for Father David. Father David Kessinger, the senior professed monk of
President’s Community Roundtable – January 2020
Belmont Abbey College President's Community Roundtable has an upcoming meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 27, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. A this meeting, as recently featured in the Gaston Gazette, speakers will discuss the
Sol Eichner, Concert Pianist
Sol Eichner, concert pianist, to perform on Arts at the Abbey January 25th Arts at the Abbey enters 2021 with a program featuring romantic piano music and jazz-influenced compositions. Entitled a “Rachmaninoff Sandwich”,
Dr. Hren Published in First Things
Dr. Joshua Hren wears many hats at the Abbey. He's the Assistant Dean of the Honors College, an Associate Professor of English, and faculty Advisor for Agora. Dr. Hren has many ongoing writing pursuits
Crossroads Fall 2020
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Campus Air Gets an Upgrade
At Belmont Abbey College, the health of our students, faculty, staff, and community are of the highest priority. That is why our maintenance department set out to upgrade the air quality in our campus
BAC in CLT’s Top Ten
Belmont Abbey College was listed in the top ten schools for the Classic Learning Test! The CLT (Classical Learning Test) is an alternative college entry exam accepted by the Abbey. It can by
Free Virtual Seminar on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night
Free Virtual Seminar on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night to Celebrate the Epiphany January 6th from 8-9:30pm Join Dr. Joseph Wysocki, Dean of the Honors College for a reading seminar entitled On the Bard’s Comedy! Register Today
Belmont Abbey Recognized for Fall Efforts
Belmont Abbey College received a visit from our friends at PBS Charlotte WTVI to discuss our plans and preparations for opening this Fall, and how our semester has progressed. Provost, Dr. Travis Feezell, and junior,
The Crusader Newspaper – Fall 2020
The Crusader, Fall 2020 edition is out for digital viewing and download!
Belmont Abbey Debater Named Third Place Speaker at St. Anselm
The Belmont Abbey College Debate Team took two of our second-year students to compete at the virtual St. Anselm College tournament last weekend. Overall, the tournament welcomed 20 schools from across the country. This included
Abbey Debate Conclude in Top 10 at BGSU Cyber Falcon Tournament
The Belmont Abbey Debate Team competed this weekend in the Bowling Green State University Cyber Falcon Tournament. The competition welcomed students from 41 schools across 18 states to compete synchronously online. While team sweepstakes specific
Belmont Abbey Student’s Life Shows Impact of Operation Christmas Child
Marvellous Okkonne, a student at Belmont Abbey College, has spear headed the Abbey's involvement with Operation Christmas Child, a ministry that impacted him greatly in his own childhood. Marvellous was recently featured in the
Remembering Mike Reidy
We closed a special chapter in the story of Belmont Abbey this past Friday, October 9, with the death of Dr. Michael Reidy - known to most of us as Mike, or simply,
MiraVia’s 26th Annual Fundraising Banquet
Belmont Abbey showed itself a leader by being the first college in the country to have a crisis pregnancy center connected with our college community. MiraVia (formerly known as Room at the Inn)
Democracy in America
Join us for the Honors College Seminar Series: Philosophy and Public Opinion as Dr. Joseph Wysocki, Dean of the Honors College, discusses American "Truth" in Tocqueville's Democracy in America on Tuesday, October 6th, from
Belmont Abbey College’s Academic Success
Belmont Abbey College was recently featured in the Gaston Gazette for our academic success. The article outlines are accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as well as other
Phi Beta Lambda Championships
Since 2017, Belmont Abbey students have been competing in the State and National Phi Beta Lambda Championships. Due to concerns with the ongoing pandemic, this year’s championships looked a little bit different and was
Alum named Felician University President
Abbey Trustee and Alum, James Crawford '79, was recently named Interim President of Felician University, located in Rutherford, New Jersey. Join us as we pray for great success for James as he presides over Felician
St. Joseph College Seminary
In 2018, construction for the St. Joseph College Seminary began. And on Tuesday, September 15th, the Seminary had its official opening! Read more at the Charlotte Observer. Or visit the St. Joseph College Seminary
Lifting Voices Speaker Series – September 2020
Focus: Black Leaders Join us this Sunday, September 20th, at 4 PM on the Basilica Lawn as we hear from Coach Jason Williams. Williams, the Head Women's Basketball Coach at Belmont Abbey College,
President’s Community Roundtable – September 2020
The Roundtable program was launched by Belmont Abbey College in the spring of 2019 as a partnership with local business and community leaders to discuss subjects and issues of interest to Gaston County and
Constitution Day
Constitution Day Dr. Joseph Wysocki, Director of the Honors College, was featured on the CLT Journal addressing the topic, Why Constitution Day Matters. Click here to read the full article, Why Constitution Day Matters. This
Celebrate Beethoven’s 250th Birthday
The Art Season begins. Celebrate Beethoven's 250th Birthday With Kevin Lawrence, violin & Dmitri Shteinberg, piano from the University of NC School of the Arts This event will be held on Monday, September
U.S. News & World Report & Record New Student Enrollment
Belmont Abbey College Recognized Again by U.S. News & World Report & Welcomes Record New Student Enrollment BELMONT, N.C. (September 14, 2020) Today U.S. News & World Report recognizes Belmont Abbey College as
Hamilton: Beyond the Musical
Hamilton: Beyond the Musical A Constitution Day Event Thanks to a generous grant from the Jack Miller Center, the Honors College and the CLT (Classic Learning Test) will be co-sponsoring an online Constitution
Lease Agreement with CaroMont Health
Belmont Abbey Announces Lease Agreement with CaroMont Health Belmont, NC, Sep 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Southern Benedictine Society and Belmont Abbey College announce the official signing of the lease agreement between
Crossroads Summer 2020
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Agora Online
Read Agora 2020! Not on campus to pick up a copy of Agora 2020? No problem! You can peruse our digital copy below. You can learn more about Agora by clicking here.
Abbot Placid’s 40 Years of Ministry
On July 28th, our own Abbot Placid was featured in the Catholic News Herald as he reflects on 40 years of priestly ministry. Abbot Placid writes about his childhood, his family, the influences in
Agora 2020
Read Agora 2020! Pick up your copy of Agora 2020 on Tuesday, August 18th! Copies of the publication can be found on the first floors of St. Leo's and the Science building as
Alumna, Melody Braddy ’90
Assistant City Manager Appointed to State Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees Assistant City Manager Melody Braddy has been appointed by Governor Roy Cooper to the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System (LEGRS)
New Residence Hall/Temporary Housing Update
We are pleased to announce that progress continues with the new housing facility. The five-story residence hall will be the Belmont Abbey College home for 136 upperclassmen – 34 students on each of floors
A Look Back at Commencement 2020
Over recent weeks, academic institutions nation-wide have conducted “virtual” commencement ceremonies. In that spirit, Belmont Abbey College welcomed its 142nd class of graduating seniors into the ranks of the Crusader Alumni. The Abbey received
Could Flexible Wages Have Saved More Jobs During the Pandemic?
One of the main concerns with a free market in some Catholic circles concerns cyclical shocks. The unexpected downturns, like a global pandemic, or simply a new recession can wreak havoc on the middle
Visit the Catholic Shoppe!
The Catholic Shoppe is Open! The Catholic Shoppe is now open for normal business hours, Monday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm. They are observing all recommended all social distancing guidelines and restricting the number
Academic Awards List Spring 2020
Listed are those who were awarded Dean's List and President's List for Spring 2020. President's List Dean's List [table id=167 /
Named College of Distinction
Belmont Abbey College has been recognized for its honorable commitment to engaged, experiential education by Colleges of Distinction, which is celebrating its 20-year anniversary as a one-of-a-kind guide for college-bound students. Colleges of Distinction boasts
Local Media Coverage for 2020 Commencement
The 2020 Belmont Abbey College Commencement Ceremony was unlike any other. The graduates were not assembled on campus in front of the basilica, as has been the tradition for many years. They were sitting
Crossroads Spring 2020
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Health Care Ethics Conference
Converging Roads Health Care Ethics Conference – Now Online! The St. John Paul II Foundation, in collaboration with the Diocese of Charlotte and Belmont Abbey College, presents the third Converging Roads health care ethics
Creative Writing Workshop
Dr. Joseph Pizza is conducting virtual Creative Writing Workshops. These workshops are open to our entire Belmont Abbey College community. This is an opportunity to share and discuss creative writing projects. The goal is
The Crusader April 2020 Issue
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President Thierfelder Interviewed by EWTN
President of Belmont Abbey College, Dr. Thierfelder, was interviewed by EWTN. Watch the video below.
Founder’s Day 2020
Abbot Placid Solari, O.S.B. offers a special message to our alumni, parents, friends, faculty, staff, students, and benefactors as part of the 144th anniversary of Belmont Abbey College’s founding on April 21, 1876.
Lacrosse Coach, Chris Barrett
Belmont Abbey College's Men's Lacrosse Coach, Chris Barrett, recently chatted with US Lacrosse Magazine about the season that his team had this year and the season that could have been. The team was undefeated
The Crusader Newspaper – Spring 2020
The Crusader, Spring 2020 edition is out for digital viewing and download!
New Provost, Dr. Travis Feezell
Belmont Abbey College Appoints Dr. Travis Feezell as Provost Belmont, NC (March 2, 2020)— Belmont Abbey College has appointed Dr. Travis Feezell, Ed.D., most recently President & CEO of Hastings College, as the college’s new
FOCUS Missionary: Daniel Torres
Belmont Abbey College graduate, Daniel Torres '17, is now serving as a FOCUS Missionary in Houston, Texas. The Cardinal Newman Society is publishing a series titled, "Profiles in Faithful Catholic Education," and honored Torres with
God’s Blessing
Marvellous, a sophomore at Belmont Abbey College, has been volunteering with Operation Christmas Child's shoebox program for the past year. When he is not in class or running at a track meet, he is
Introducing Healthcare Education
Belmont Abbey College ventures into a new area of unprecedented value to our community, to our students, and to the future of the college, with the announcement of its first new healthcare education academic
King Arthur
One of our campus community was so moved by Fr. Arthur's life and service to our college he was inspired with a song in honor of our beloved "King Arthur." Our college community and
New Textbook by Business Faculty Members
Recently, two faculty members from our Business Department, Bennett Quillen and Brad Frazier, PhD, published a new textbook, "Management: A Practical Guide." This book is not just intended for the current business student, but
25th Best Business School
Belmont Abbey College was ranked the 25th best business school by Study.com. After evaluating hundreds of schools, Belmont Abbey College was selected based on academic and career resources for business students, the quality of
Abbey Alum Named a Living Legend of Aviation
William Garvey, Belmont Abbey College class of 1968, was recently inducted into the "Living Legends of Aviation." Garvey, who majored in History during his time at the Abbey, went on to become the Editor-in-Chief at
Fr. Arthur Eulogy & Homily from Funeral Mass
Father Arthur J. Pendleton, O.S.B. January 24, 1930 – February 21, 2020 Father Arthur was born on January 24, 1930, the son of Arthur N. Pendleton and the Irish-born Mary Agnes Ryan Pendleton. That
The Positive Purpose of Lent
The Positive Purpose of Lent Every year, the sensitive Catholic conscience finds Lent both a solemn obligation and a source of perplexity. Sometimes, perhaps, we feel that we ought to be achieving an heroic
BAC Takes 2nd at Ethics Bowl 2020
The Belmont Abbey Ethics Bowl Team returned Saturday evening after competing at the annual North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities 2020 Ethics Bowl. The competition focused on ethics in agriculture, exploring issues from animal
Fr. Arthur Obituary
Father Arthur J. Pendleton, O.S.B passed over to the Lord on Friday evening, February 21, at Belmont Abbey, in the 60th year of his monastic profession and the 56th year of his priesthood. He
Remembering Fr. Arthur
Remembering Fr. Arthur Pendleton 1930-2020 All it took was a wave of the hand or a touch of two fingers on your shoulder, that was the signal to let Fr. Arthur know
March for Life 2020
On January 23-24, over 100 students, faculty, and staff members traveled to Washington D.C. to participate in March for Life 2020. These members of our community joined tens of thousands like-minded individuals, standing for
Sir Roger Scruton
Photo Credit: Roger Scruton © Francesco Guidicini/The Sunday Times Sir Roger Scruton, the British philosopher and writer, has died at age 75. We will not see his like again. But see him we
CaroMont Health Won State Approval
In May of 2019, CaroMont Health and Belmont Abbey College announced an exciting new partnership between The Abbey and plans for CaroMont Health to build a $300 million dollar hospital just steps from our campus.
Academic Awards List Fall 2019
Listed are those who were awarded Dean's List and President's List for Fall 2019. President's List Dean's List
Debate Earns Individual and Team Honors at Bowling Green State University
The Belmont Abbey Debate Team attended the Bowling Green State University competition in Bowling Green, Ohio just prior to the Thanksgiving break, and we recently received our team’s full results. The university hosted two
Our Tuition Freeze Receives Recognition
For the 2013-2014 Academic Year, Belmont Abbey College slashed tuition prices by 33%. And in the six years since, the tuition has remained the same. This is something that is not so uncommon in current
Commitment to Science
The National Catholic Register recognized Belmont Abbey College as a faithful Catholic college committed to the true study of science. The article lists The Abbey alongside other Catholic colleges, noting our upcoming addition of
Abbey Alums Inducted in to Hall of Fame
Two graduates of Belmont Abbey College have been honored by the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters (NCAB). Dick Harlow, class of 1974, and Steve Ohnesorge, class of 1978, have both been inducted into the NCAB
Member of Board of Trustees Performs Invocation at U.S. Senate
We were excited to learn that a member of the Belmont Abbey College, Board of Trustees was invited to do the invocation at the U.S. Senate on November 19, 2019. Monsignor Marcaccio is a
Learn. Seek. Thrive.
Belmont Abbey College Launches New Brand and Online Campaign Attempting to define our college with a simple phrase and theme is inherently challenging. The hope being that where we
Professional Grounds Management Society Honors Belmont Abbey College
FOREST HILL, MD (October 2019) -- The Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) recognized Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, NC, with an Honor Award in the Society's 2019 Green Star Awards competition. The award was given
Abbey Debate Wins St. Anselm College Tournament
The Belmont Abbey Debate Team returned this weekend after competing at St. Anselm College. The team competed in both IPDA and Lincoln Douglas, earning a team sweepstakes award in each format and winning the IPDA division.
Women’s Soccer Receives Pinnacle Award
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Belmont Abbey is one of 20 women's soccer programs nationwide to receive inaugural Team Pinnacle Awards, the United Soccer Coaches announced today. Thirty-three high school teams and two men's teams also
Ribbon Cutting of William Gaston Science Building
We recently announced the finished renovations of our William Gaston Science Building (WGS). These renovations, made possible by a generous donation by George and Susan Horner, were officially recognized during our Homecoming 2019 festivities. The ribbon-cutting
Honors College Lauded by The Imaginative Conservative
The Honors College at Belmont Abbey College has been garnering attention for its focus not only on career readiness, but on preparing students for a well-lived life. The program is conducted in an atmosphere that
Belmont Abbey Debate Wins Second Place
Belmont Abbey Debate kicked off our 2019-2020 season in a tournament hosted on our campus this weekend! The Queen City Debates welcomed Appalachian State University (NC), the University of the Cumberlands (KY), and Davis and
Dr. Hren Promotes Honors College on Air
Dr. Joshua Hren had the privilege of speaking on Archangel Radio's Catholic Morning program on October 8, 2019. Dr. Hren was able to discuss the benefits of a Catholic education, specifically that of the
Dr. Ward Featured on Charlotte Talks
Our Criminal Justice department is full of experts in the field, like Dr. Stephen Ward. Dr. Ward was featured on WFAE's Charlotte Talks discussing how violent crime cases are dismissed and why. Listen to the
Belmont Abbey College Recognized Again by U.S. News & World Report
BELMONT, N.C. (September 9, 2019) Today U.S. News & World Report recognizes Belmont Abbey College as one of the Best Regional Colleges in the South, one of the Best Values, and one of the Best
Honors College is a Hidden Gem
The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) has recognized the Honors College at Belmont Abbey as one of ten programs in its new “Hidden Gems” initiative. ACTA defines hidden gems as “exceptional programs around
BELMONT ABBEY COLLEGE CHAMPIONED AS A COLLEGE OF DISTINCTION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Direct media inquiries to: Roland Rivas Director of Marketing and Communications rolandorivas@bac.edu 704-461-6561 office 704-898-3084 mobile BELMONT ABBEY COLLEGE CHAMPIONED AS A COLLEGE OF DISTINCTION National college resource favors undergraduate engagement over
Gracious Courage & Love: Rita Lewis
Rita Lewis 1956-2019 On July 18, 2019, Belmont Abbey College said goodbye to a precious, dear member of our family. Rita Lewis, “The Face of Belmont Abbey College,” began her career at
Holy Angels President Receives the Duke Kimbrell Award
Regina Moody, Holy Angels President/CEO was presented with the Duke Kimbrell Lifetime Civic Achievement Award during the recent Gaston County Jaycees 71st annual Distinguished Service Awards dinner. The award is presented to an individual who
State Champions at Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference
Belmont Abbey College Garners Numerous State Championships at Phi Beta Lambda 2019 State Leadership Conference Belmont Abbey’s Phi Beta Lambda does it again! Colleges and universities from all over
Good Will Publishers, Inc. Promotes Mr. Sean Gallagher to President of Corporate and Organizational Sales
The Board of Directors and Officers of Good Will Publishers, Incorporated, an eighty year old, North Carolina based publishing and sales distribution company is pleased to announce that Robert Sean Gallagher, has been promoted to
Alumna Elected to Giant Screen Cinema Association Board of Directors
Joanie Vandenberg Philipp ‘84, chief operating officer at Discovery Place, has been elected to the board of directors for the Giant Screen Cinema Association (GSCA), an international organization and leader in the giant screen industry.
Ed Antosek ’68
The Abbey Family Says Goodbye to Alumni & Friend Ed Antosek '68 On Friday, November 9, the Abbey said goodbye to a beloved alumnus, scholar, patriot, brother, and friend. A man who dedicated his
Abbey News Live Episode 1
Introducing our first Abbey News Live episode. See inside life at the Abbey, get to know your friends, find great things to do, and learn about Belmont Abbey College. Available on our website, Instagram and
First Day in Milano
A sneak-peek into Junior Tori Whaley's study abroad journey: Hi all 🙂 I left Charlotte at three o'clock and made it to JFK by
New Liturgy Schedule for 2018-19
From Abbot Placid Solari, O.S.B. Dear Belmont Abbey Community, In past years, we have moved our Conventual Mass to the late afternoon on weekdays during the school semester. We will be making a change this year.
Throwback End of the Year Edition
Here's a look back at some of the major highlights of this past Academic Year. We're so excited for what 2018-2019 brings! Abbey Players Verity A Christmas
The Lipscomb Family: An Abbey Success Story
The Family that Achieves Together, Stays Together It started with mom, she wanted more for herself and sought out the place that would help her achieve her goals. After hearing on her local radio
Throwback: Graduation 2018 Ed.
New at the Abbey… Here's a look back at all the senior week events leading up to graduation and some graduation pictures. To see all the graduation photos click at the link
Academic Awards Banquet
Congratulations to all those who were awarded! #AbbeyExcellence Accounting: Kyle Fitzsimmons – Outstanding Student in the Department of Accounting Laurie Maultsby -
2017-2018 Adrian Award Winner: Dr. Beeman
We congratulate Dr. Julia Beeman, the winner of the 2017-2018 Adrian Award for Teaching Excellence. Dr. Beeman is an Associate Professor and Chair in the Criminal Justice Department, and
2018 James Buie Scholarships Awarded
Last year Belmont Abbey College, the Gaston County Police Department and Gaston County Schools announced the James Buie Scholarship Program which provides a full scholarship for selected students in pursuit of a Criminal Justice degree
Employee Awards Luncheon 2018
Thank you for 2017-2018 Employees gathered today, April 30, to reflect back on another great academic year and for recognition on their great accomplishments. Dr. Bill Thierfelder and Abbot Placid graciously thanked all employees for
BVC Returns!
Our Benedictine Volunteers Erin Kunkel, Brianna Mosby, Andrew Vickers, and David Radoszewski have returned! We're so excited to welcome them back to America and their Abbey Home! Thanks for sharing your wonderful
Belmont Abbey Recommended by Newman Guide AGAIN!
Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina Recommended in 2018-19 Edition of The Newman Guide Virginia – Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, N.C., is recommended in the 2018-2019 edition of The Newman Guide, the flagship project
Christianity and Culture in Ireland: Two Guest Lectures on Irish History and Culture at the Abbey
This spring, the Abbey hosted two guest lectures on Irish Studies. On March 20th, Professor Jaroslav Folda of UNC, a world-renowned authority on medieval art, spoke about “The Book of Kells: a Masterpiece of
’93 Alumna Gives A Talk
On April 12, Belmont Abbey welcomed 1993 alum Jennifer Walsh to campus to speak about her experiences as an entrepreneur. The talk was in a question and answer format to
A Look back at Rome 2017 from one of our students
Check out this amazing video made by one of our students, Madison Caito! #AbbeyLifeIsGood #AbbeyAbroad
Bringing Theory and Instruction Alive with Science
How does a new prospective teacher learn to teach? How do teacher candidates learn to teach students of varying personalities, abilities, and challenges? Enter the Belmont Abbey College Department of Education, providing
Second Annual Motorsports Symposium A Success
Once again the motorsport industry gathered at Belmont Abbey College to reflect on the year past and to look ahead to 2018. Motorsport leaders representing F1, Indycar, NHRA, NASCAR and Formula E held an introspective
Every Day is Precious: Michael Motley ’69
Every moment of the day precious; capture each one as best as you can. Belmont Abbey alum Michael Motley ’69 tries to instill these words into his children every day. Michael’s children, Natalie
Goals Like Mount Everest
Most people don’t wake up one day and say, “Hey, let’s go climb Mount Everest,” but that is just about how the story of alum Bob Patrick’s ’72 Himalayan adventure began.
SLS18: FOCUS at Belmont Abbey
“Be saints. You weren’t made to fit in. You were born to stand out.” These were the words Jim Caviezel spoke to an audience of 8,000 in Chicago in early January. Caviezel was a surprise
Academic Awards List Spring 2019
Listed are those who were awarded Dean's List and President's List for Spring 2019. President's List Dean's List
Belmont Abbey Debate Claims Second Place Speaking Award at New York Competition
The Belmont Abbey College Debate Team returned Sunday from Garden City, New York after competing in the Off Broadway Swing competition. In addition to individual success, the team collectively earned fourth place in the debate competition sweepstakes,
Dr. O’Gorman Gives Lecture On His New Book
Dr. Farrell O’Gorman’s book Catholicism and American Borders in the Gothic Literary Imagination was published by the University of Notre Dame Press in November. The book, which has won advance praise from scholars at Trinity College Dublin and
Advent Encounter Retreat – Fr. Richard Sutter ’91
Retreat led by Fr. Richard Sutter Parochial Vicar of The Cathedral of St. Patrick and Abbey Alum Encounter Retreat Handout Talk 1: Homily (Intro) Talk 2: The Word Talk 3:
Throwback HOMECOMING 2017 Ed.
New at the Abbey… (All photos by Abbey Senior Africa Schaumann) Welcome Back Reception | Women's Volleyball Game | The President's Breakfast | The Soccer Games| The Field Events |The
Throwback 10.26.17 Ed.
New at the Abbey… Teaching Kitchen (Photos courtesy of the Dining Hall) Agora's Poetry, Song, and Story Night (Photos courtesy of Agora)
U.S. News Ranks Belmont Abbey College Top Ten Again!
Belmont Abbey College Ranks Top 10 in U.S. News & World Report, and Welcomes Largest Class Ever BELMONT, N.C. (September 12, 2017) – Once again, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Belmont
Throwback August 31st Ed.
New at the Abbey… Orientation 2017 We are so excited to welcome the class of 2021 to campus and all of our returning students back to campus! #AbbeyLifeIsGood
Abbey Alum Luis Lobo gives the keynote speech
Abbey Alum Luis Lobo gave the keynote speech at an Old Salem, NC Naturalization Ceremony on July 4th. Luis G. Lobo, the executive vice president and manager of multicultural banking at BB&T Bank in Winston-Salem,
Belmont Abbey Recognized With Top Honors at PBL
BELMONT ABBEY COLLEGE RECOGNIZED WITH TOP HONORS AT PBL NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE IN ANAHEIM BELMONT, N.C. (July 5, 2017) – More than 1,800 of America’s best and brightest college students
Peeler Named Development Officer, Conboy Named Director of Alumni Relations
Belmont Abbey College announced today that Chris Goff Peeler is assuming the role of Development Officer effective immediately. Chris has served as the Director of Alumni and Community Relations for the past 9 years. “Chris
Eduvation Ranks Belmont Abbey College in the Top 10 World’s Best Rebrands
An independent higher education consultancy has rated the recent Belmont Abbey College brand redesign in the top 10 of the World’s Best Rebrands in higher education. Based on a recent global survey of more than
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Fr. Kirby Receives Two ACP Awards
The Association of Catholic Publishers (ACP) recently announced the winners of the 2017 Excellence in Publishing Awards, which recognize the best in Catholic publishing. Among the winners were three Saint Benedict Press/TAN Books titles: The Lion of Münster: The Bishop
Elisa Torres’17 selected as Lilly Graduate Fellow!
Lilly Fellows Program announces the selection of Elisa Torres as one of ten Lilly Graduate Fellows. The Lilly Graduate Fellows Program is a part of the Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts that
Employee Recognition 2017
Dr. Julia Beeman Receives Spirit of St. Benedict Award The Belmont Abbey College community gathered today for our annual Employee Recognition Banquet. The luncheon, which featured crab cakes, chicken and a cheesecake dessert, recognized
Throwback 5.11.17
New at the Abbey… Dr. Joseph Wysocki Wins 2016-2017 Adrian Award for Teaching Excellence Dr. David Williams and Belmont Abbey College would like to congratulate Dr. Joseph Wysocki, the winner
We Were Made to Play: How Faith Impacts Sports
Here's a fantastic interview with our President by the Catholic Company! We Were Made to Play: How Faith Impacts Sports
April 21st is Founder’s Day!
It was 141 years ago, on April 21, that Fr. Herman Wolfe OSB arrived, with two students, to take possession of the former Caldwell plantation. Classes began at once. Not too many years later, Abbot
Howard Named Director of Athletic Bands at Belmont Abbey
Barry Howard, a 19-year teacher of both middle and high school bands in the state of North Carolina, has been named Director of Athletic Bands at Belmont Abbey College. In his role, Howard will help
President Thierfelder discusses”Ex Corde Ecclesiae: Beyond the Classroom”
Society is at a crossroads in the educational formation of the next generation, and the Church offers the only true way forward. Under attack from the secularist agenda set forth fifty years ago by
The Myth of Conflict
Barr Begins His Presentation Stephen Barr: “Recent discoveries point toward God” Stephen Barr, University of Delaware physics professor and president of the Society of Catholic Scientists gave an intriguing lecture for the
Carl Anderson Receives Inaugural Award from the Benedict Leadership Institute
Carl Anderson, Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus, has been named the first recipient of the Benedict Leadership Award. The Award, given by the Benedict Leadership Institute at Belmont Abbey College, was presented in
Introducing Belmont Abbey College Catholic Radio
BELMONT, N.C. (March 21st, 2017) – Belmont Abbey College has hit the radio waves with its own Low Power FM radio station, 101.5 WBAC-LP. Courtesy of a gracious donor, the college has restarted its place
Throwback 3.2.17
New at the Abbey… A different kind of perfect match Kassie & Jordan Photo credit: Kassie Easter Belmont Abbey College is overjoyed to announce the successful bone marrow drive sponsored by
Septima Clark Signature
In honor of Black History Month, Professor Emeritus Dr. Frank Murray donated this signature of Septima Clark, to Belmont Abbey College Library. Clark was called "The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement" by Dr. Martin
Abbey Throwback 2.16 Ed.
News at the Abbey… The March For Life 2017 Abbey Players Open Another Curtain: The Woman In Black Running for over 26 years in London’s West End, the late
Week In Review: Jan. 24th Ed.
New at the Abbey… Inaugural Motorsport Symposium This past week, we were happy to host the Inaugural Motorsports Symposium! Two legends of the sport were on hand as H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler presented famed
2017 Motorsport Symposium
Abbey Students Meet Leaders in Motorsports Motorsport’s storied past met its future drivers at Belmont Abbey College’s inaugural Motorsport Symposium on campus Tuesday morning. From Tony Stewart agreeing to his first professional Indy racing deal
Week In Review: January 18th Ed.
Our students have returned, and so have our weekly updates! And so it begins... The return of the students also means the return of snap chat! To kick off the new year, we
Hello from Haiti
Dr. Tara Galloway sent us a glimpse of the amazing things our students are having the opportunity to do in Haiti to share
Introducing the James Buie Scholarship
Belmont Abbey College, Gaston County Police Department & Gaston County Schools Announce the James Buie Scholarship BELMONT, N.C. (December 9, 2016) – Belmont Abbey College, the Gaston County Police Department and Gaston County Schools
How to Achieve Success in Sports and Life: An Interview with Dr. Bill Thierfelder
Have you ever thought about the fact that humans are so wired to play that we will pay to watch other people do it? This week on Homeschool Heartbeat, sports psychologist Dr. Bill Thierfelder explains
A Final Meditation for the Year of Mercy
By: Dr. Ronald Thomas, Jr. Do we take Mercy as seriously as God takes it? This is an important question to ask at the conclusion of a public event called “The Year of Mercy.” Seriousness will
Remembering Fr. Edmund McCaffrey
REVEREND EDMUND F. McCAFFREY, O.S.B, Ph.D. Father Edmund F. McCaffrey, of Murrells Inlet, a former abbot ordinary of Belmont Abbey, chancellor of Belmont Abbey College and founding pastor of St. Michael's Catholic Church, Garden City,
Abbey Debaters Take First Place
The Abbey Debaters leave Friday evening for California. Our Abbey Debaters, led by Emily Leber Director of Debate, continue to demonstrate their prowess in competitions across the country. Most recently the team ventured
Belmont Abbey College Ranked Top 10 by U.S. News & World Report
BELMONT, N.C. (September 14, 2016) - Belmont Abbey College is ranked in the top ten of Best Regional Colleges in the South in the 2017 edition of U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges. This