Category: Student Life

Chowan Christian Service Association Fall Meeting features Baptists on Mission Disaster Relief Coordinator Tom Beam

CCSA students with Mari Wiles and Tom Beam

On Tuesday, September 20, Chowan University hosted the annual Chowan Christian Service Association (CCSA) Fall Dinner. Baptists on Mission (BOM) Disaster Relief Coordinator Tom Beam was the keynote speaker. The evening also highlighted CCSA student leaders and the donors that support them.  The meeting was opened with a welcome from CCSA President, Rev. Robbie Parker.  […]

Chowan Ministerial Board Recognizes Local Pastors and Hosts Baptists on Mission Leaders

Wayne Proctor and Cody Brinley accept CCSA Awards

Chowan University’s Ministerial Board of Associates met Monday, September 19, in conjunction with the Taylor Religious Heritage Lectures. After participating in the lecture featuring Baptists on Mission (BOM) Executive Director-Treasurer Richard Brunson the members transitioned to the Chowan Room for an opportunity for fellowship and further discussion with Brunson.   At the beginning of the meeting, […]

Baptists on Missions Leaders Relay Messages of Hope During Chowan University’s Taylor Religious Heritage Lectures

Richard Brunson receives gift from Brayden Conboy

Baptists on Missions Executive Director-Treasurer, Richard Brunson was the featured speaker at Chowan University’s annual Taylor Religious Heritage Lecture on Monday, September 19. Student ministry chaplain Brayden Conboy presented Brunson with a check to help Ukrainian refugees. Chowan Christian Service Association (CCSA) and Campus Ministry students hosted concession stands at a recent football game to raise money for BOM to serve Ukrainians.

Chowan University Freshmen Serve Together to Help Elementary School Students

Chowan University Freshmen Serve Together to Help Elementary School Students

On Tuesday, September 6, Chowan University Freshmen in the CU 101 classes gathered in the Hawks Nest to create memories and beautiful pencil bags for the elementary school students at S.P. Morton in Franklin, VA.  “It was a pleasure to partner with the CU 101 classes to provide the service opportunity and bonding for the […]

Chowan hosts Dr. Daynette Snead Perez at Chowan Christian Service Association Retreat

CCSA Students with Dr. Daynette Snead Perez

MURFREESBORO, NC –On Sunday, September 4, the Chowan Christian Service Association (CCSA) Scholars learned from Dr. Daynette Snead Perez at their annual retreat. Dr. Snead Perez shared personal experiences and led students through her book, CHURCH: What to do When Everyone Is Like You. Dr. Snead Perez is an ordained minister, successful business owner, entrepreneur, […]

Chowan University Partners with Rise Against Hunger at Annual Missions Event

Students packing meals for Rise Against Hunger Event

On Thursday, August 25, Chowan Campus Ministry hosted Rise Against Hunger as a service event for the campus. In less than a couple of hours, 163 students, employees, and family members packed over 20,000 meals. Engaging students to become Gospel Global Citizens is the aim of Minister to the University Rev. Mari E. Wiles who […]

Rev. Mari Wiles represents Chowan University at Baptist on Mission Region One Rally

Rev. Mari Wiles speaking at Baptist on Missions Rally

On Tuesday, August 23, Minister to the University, Rev. Mari E. Wiles was one of the guest speakers at the North Carolina Baptists on Missions Region One Rally held at Askewville Baptist Church in Askewville, NC.   Rev. Wiles shared about the two mission trips Chowan Campus Ministry has taken to the Door of Hope in […]

Chowan University Faithfully Begins New Academic Year

Student & Staff Leaders for Opening Worship Service

On Sunday, August 21 Chowan University Campus Ministry began the new academic year with a faithful start by hosting “Opening Worship.” University President Dr. Kirk Peterson welcomed all to the service and led a prayer of encouragement. Minister of Engagement Calvin Carter and members of the campus ministry praise team led students, faculty, and staff […]