15 Reasons to Love Point

WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT POINT, WHAT MAKES YOU SMILE? FROM OUR CLOSE-KNIT COMMUNITY TO SPECIFIC SPOTS ON CAMPUS, HERE ARE A FEW THINGS THAT OUR STUDENTS, ALUMNI, FACULTY AND STAFF LOVE ABOUT THIS PLACE WE CALL HOME

1 BECAUSE WE WORSHIP TOGETHER

"My favorite thing was our worship and word of encouragement. It was always right on time when I needed it most!” —Kecia Martin ’14

2 BECAUSE OUR FACULTY TRULY CARE

"If I had to pick just one thing, it would be the professors! Each one loved teaching and did it with such enthusiasm, which made it fun or interesting. It’s hard to think I was excited to get in the classroom, but I was!” —Sheila Forrester Curry ’78

3 BECAUSE WE COME FROM ALL AROUND THE WORLD

"Something that I love about Point is the diversity. No matter what sport you find yourself affiliated with, you’ll find people from all over the place, from Georgia to California, South Korea to South Africa, and many more. I feel as if it brings a copious number of perspectives to dwell on and shows us that God puts us together for a better purpose.” —Katie Threatt ’24

4 BECAUSE THIS COMMUNITY EMBRACES US

"The community support for the University is amazing. People from time to time email me about donating books to the library, which is always exciting. Whether small or large support, it’s great to see people believe in the work that is being done here.” —Adam Solomon, Director of Library Resources

5 BECAUSE NO ONE WALKS ALONE

"The thing I love most about Point is the relationships between students and professors. Going into college, I didn’t know how I would make friends and build new friendships, because I have always had the same small group of friends. But as soon as I got here, people came right up to me and made me feel comfortable, and now they are some of my best friends. The relationships I have built with my professors, I will never forget. Everything they have taught me and everything they have done for me — I will never forget them and how they treated me and everyone else.” —Micheal Underwood ’26

6 BECAUSE WE DIVE INTO GOD’S WORD

"What I love about Point (Atlanta Christian College when I attended) is the top-notch biblical training I received. I have served churches in three different states over my career. In each one, I have been asked where I learned so much about the Bible. My response is always, ‘I was welltrained by the professors at ACC.’ I’m grateful for the training I received, and I love that my school placed such a heavy emphasis on biblical training.” —Mike Thompson ’85

7 BECAUSE OUR STUDENTS ARE TRULY BUILDING COMMUNITY

"I love Point because of the people and community. I made friends for life and had some great memories playing tennis there. Everyone seemed to just get along with each other.” —Sam Blackburn ’19

8 BECAUSE POINT’S CAMPUS FEELS LIKE HOME

"One of my favorite places at Point University is the area right behind our right field fence. This is where I can look out and see my mom, who comes from Nashville and stays all season to help with my daughter, Millie, and is the reason I can still do what I love. This is where I can see my dad walking around and making laps because he can’t sit still for long. This is where I can look out and see Millie running around, playing and making new friends and not paying one bit of attention to the actual game. This is where I can look out and see the village of family and friends I have built during my last 14 years set up camp to watch our games. This is where I can look out and see John, my husband, who is the head baseball coach, supporting me when he doesn’t have a game himself. This is where I can look out and find comfort during the hard moments and celebrations during the good moments. This is where I can look out and see home.” —Jennifer Tyler, Head Softball Coach

9 BECAUSE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH ABOUND

"I love the different opportunities Point provides! I have been blessed to be able to work with Flight Crew (orientation leaders), PR teams, and Feast campus ministry. All these programs from Point have grown me into the person I am today and have allowed me to make more connections with people!” —Ashley Bowden ’25

10 BECAUSE WE ENCOURAGE EACH OTHER

"My favorite thing about Point is convocation. I love seeing the students come together in one space and receive encouragement as they prepare for the school year and their personal journey ahead of them.” —Tiffany Jackson, Executive Support Specialist

11 BECAUSE ALL OF US MAKE LIFE-LONG CONNECTIONS

"I begin my 49th year this fall, and there is so much about Point that I deeply love. In the late ’60s and early ’70s, we were ‘family’ in the richest sense of that word. Monday-, Tuesday- and Thursday-evening meals were served ‘family style.’ Men wore coats and ties, and women wore ‘Sunday best’ dresses. That seems a bit quaint these days, but it did reflect the idea that connections that would prove to be life-long were made. Today’s Point students make the same kind of life-long connections we did. The things we tend to value most about our old ACC days still exist. They look different, but they are just as real.” —Wye Huxford ’73, Dean of the College of Biblical Studies and Ministry

12 BECAUSE WE STICK TOGETHER THROUGH TIMES OF TRANSITION

"I had the privilege to be a part of the transition from Atlanta Christian College in East Point to Point University in West Point. While I will say it was a bit of a shock, it was an incredible experience. My biggest and favorite takeaway as a student and employee was the friendships I built. I began my college journey in spring 2011 and had the opportunity to meet some amazing students and professors along the way. My very best friends and favorite people on the planet come from ACC/Point. I hope every student and employee can build God-centered, lasting relationships just like I did. I am forever grateful!” —Kim Okojie '15

13 BECAUSE WE FIND INNOVATIVE WAYS TO HELP STUDENTS SUCCEED

"Point University provides me with a unique opportunity to support students while they pursue a quality, faith-based higher education. I have the pleasure of serving our Elevate students, who are utilizing debt-free college benefits through their employers. In a world of increasing student debt, I feel blessed to witness our Elevate students graduating debt-free. Point is truly changing lives, and that is what I love most about this university.” —Josh McClain, Strategic Partnerships Support Coordinator

14 BECAUSE OUR FAITH IS PUT INTO PRACTICE

"One thing I love about Point is the way we are encouraged to put our faith into practice in so many ways! We celebrate our faith in chapel, in the classroom and in our community life! Our athletes pray together, our faculty and staff pray together each week, and we are encouraged in all types of good works. This is so meaningful to me.” —Dr. Rachel Nabulsi, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies

15 BECAUSE WE HAVE FUN TOGETHER

"My favorite place on campus is the Feast House. We go there to hang out, do homework, or play Ping-Pong. We usually end up doing something other than homework! Feast and Student Life both put on events and things for the community that are a great chance to make connections and have a fun time.” —Simeon Snavely ’27

ALUMNI, tell us why you love Point! You can comment on our social media posts or email us at alumni@point.edu.