For Gregg Cantwell, the road to earning his degree was a journey spanning nearly four decades. From his first college experience in the mid-1980s to completing his general degree at Montreat College in December 2024, Cantwell’s story is one of perseverance, faith, and...
When Ruchen Blaauw (’24) opened his recruitment to schools in the United States, he had no idea what God had in store for him. A native of Cape Town, South Africa, and a standout track and field athlete, Blaauw initially connected with a state school in North Carolina...
As Madeline Sides approached her graduation from Montreat College in December 2019, she was the only one among her closest friends who was not planning to pursue further education. “Cybersecurity is one of those majors where you don’t have to have a million...
When Hurricane Helene battered western North Carolina with flooding and landslides in late September, the greater Asheville community faced an unprecedented crisis. Among the first responders to step up was the Asheville Dream Center, a Christ-centered organization...
For many students, college is a transformative time—a season to grow, forge lifelong friendships, and prepare for their future careers. Yet, how many college graduates can say they have made a difference in students’ lives after their four years are complete? At...
On the evening of September 26, 2024, Ivana Marin Muñoz didn’t think much of her landlord’s advice to move her car to higher ground. Later that night, despite a friend’s offer to stay in Asheville for the night, she decided it would be fine to stay at her townhome...
