Student Profiles

SWAU students have a lot to say about this school.

Name: Alexis Franklin
Year: Senior
Major: Journalism
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
Career Goal: Operate a foster home or orphanage, or be a PR representative for a child advocacy group.
Cool fact: I can make an elephant sound
"I want to be a missionary next year so I can find out what God wants me to do with my talents. I have decided to dedicate my life and work to Him, starting in the mission field."
Name: Darin Strong
Year: Freshman
Major: Religion/Spanish Secondary Education
Hometown: Nashville, TN
Career Goal: Religion teacher or Chaplain at a boarding academy/high school
Cool fact: There is nothing we can do besides accept God's gift on the cross to receive heaven!
"When I arrived late for fall semester, my professors did everything they could to help me get through the semester. That was really awesome! People at SWAU are easy to get along with and very spiritual, this has helped me to grow spiritually and socially."
Name: Shane Gillman
Year: Freshman
Major: Criminal Justice
Hometown: Jones, Oklahoma
Career Goal: Federal Drug Agent
"In high school I hated going to class, but I really like my classes here at SWAU. We have some awesome teachers that make classes fun, challenging, and interesting. I like the fact that I can be active in so many faith-based activities. Here at SWAU there is no excuse for me not to grow in my walk with Christ."
 

Name: Andrea Munoz
Year: Freshman
Major: Biology
Hometown: Keene, TX, but I was born in Quito, Ecuador
Career Goal: Pediatric Neurologist
Cool fact: I can pick things up with my toes.

 
 
 
 
 
 
"I like going to class at Southwestern because of the Christian atmosphere. My professors actually care if I pass or fail, and try to help me to do my best."
Miguel Serrano
Home: Tabasco, Mexico
Academic Degree: Pre-Med Biology, Sophomore

After a friend suggested that I try Southwestern, it seemed like the doors were wide open for my acceptance. I had been taking ESL and pre-med health at Weimar College in California, but needed to attend an accredited University to pursue my career goals. At Southwestern, I found that changing my major to pre-med biology was a perfect choice for me. I love it!

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