Science and Math Building, 2003
SMB Groundbreaking, 2001
meredith Milestones Our Evolving College and Community A brief historical review offers some highlights from Maureen Hartford’s presidency
“Maureen Hartford arrived at Meredith during a crucial moment in the history of our study abroad programming. We had, I believe, reached a point where the campus was ready for an expansion in programming and her decision to support that readiness enabled us to make the splendid leap from 8% to 40% of our students studying abroad. She realized that in today’s world international education is not only enriching but essential.” —Betty Webb, ’67, Professor of English, g Director of International Programs ms
2001 • Meredith becomes the first women’s college to host an on-campus site of the LeaderShape® Institute. More than 360 Meredith students have participated. • Meredith Technology Initiative includes laptop computers for all full-time students. • Service-Learning program begins. Over 2,100 students have completed more than 33,589 service hours in the community.
2003 • Celebrating Student Achievement begins. In 2009-10, more than 140 undergraduate projects were conducted by teams of students and professors. • The Science and Mathematics Building opens, housing all science, mathematics and computer science programs.
2004 • Diversity Council established. Meredith’s multicultural student representation has increased from 10.2% to 20.5% since 2000.
2006 • Engineering dual degree program created with North Carolina State University
2007 • The Campaign for Meredith ends, raising more than $41 million. Funding for scholarships and grants has increased by more than $11.7 million since 2001.
2008 • Master of Arts in Teaching graduate program is launched. The Master of Science in Nutrition was added in 2001.
2009 • Athletic Field and Track Complex completed. Since joining the USA South Athletic Conference in 2007, Meredith is the only single gender institution to win USA South championships. • The apartment-style