William A. Griffin (Christian churches and churches of Christ)

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William A. Griffin is an American preacher associated with the Restoration Movement of Christianity. He was the second President of Mid-Atlantic Christian University (known as Roanoke Bible College until 2009), serving from 1986 to 2006. Griffin was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine in 2010.

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Early life and education

Griffin was raised in the Christian churches and churches of Christ in Hyde County, North Carolina. He was significantly influenced by the impact that Mid-Atlantic Christian University had on eastern North Carolina, greatly increasing the number of preachers in the region. [1] Griffin graduated from Mid-Atlantic Christian University in 1962 and later returned as an instructor. He became dean of students in 1975. [2] He also completed degrees at East Carolina University, Cincinnati Christian University, and The College of William and Mary. [3]

Mid-Atlantic Christian University

Griffin became the President of Mid-Atlantic Christian University in 1986, following the retirement of George W. BonDurant. [4] [5] His term was marked by significant expansions in campus facilities and Academic programs offered. [6] Under Griffin's leadership, Mid-Atlantic Christian University received its first regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in 1999. [7] Griffin was also successful in increasing fund raising. [8] Griffin resigned in 2006, but continued to serve as a professor and advisor for the university. [9] He supported the university's name change in 2009. [10]

Griffin was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine on March 18, 2010, by North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue for his work at Mid-Atlantic Christian University and his contributions to the state. [11] [12]

Other activities

Continuing his passion for preaching, Griffin still organizes preaching for churches without preachers in North Carolina and eastern Virginia. [3]

Griffin and his wife have operated an embroidery business since 2007. [11]

Preceded by President of Mid-Atlantic Christian University
1986—2006		Succeeded by

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  2. ↑ King, Lauren (2006-05-06). "Retiring president honored for work at Roanoke Bible College". The Virginian-Pilot . Norfolk, VA. Retrieved 2010-02-26.
  3. 1 2 "Messenger Fall 2009" (PDF). Macuniversity.edu. 2009-09-13. Retrieved 2010-12-08.
  4. ↑ "ECSU Magazine - 4.2.pmd" (PDF). Ecsu.edu. Retrieved 2010-12-08.
  5. ↑ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on May 27, 2010. Retrieved February 24, 2010.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  6. ↑ King, Lauren (2008-04-07). "Bible college marks 60 years of service filling minister void". The Virginian-Pilot . Norfolk, VA. Retrieved 2010-02-26.
  7. ↑ "Results". Archived from the original on September 27, 2007. Retrieved February 22, 2010.
  8. ↑ Rabey, Frank (2000-08-12). "ROANOKE BIBLE COLLEGE RECEIVES $1.5 MILLION GIFT". The Virginian-Pilot . Norfolk, VA. Retrieved 2010-02-26.
  9. ↑ "Retiring president honored for work at Roanoke Bible College | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com". HamptonRoads.com. 2006-05-06. Archived from the original on 2012-10-01. Retrieved 2010-12-08.
  10. ↑ Hampton, Jeff (2009-05-03). "N.C. Christian college changes name, aims to triple enrollment | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com". HamptonRoads.com. Retrieved 2010-12-08.
  11. 1 2 "Griffin Receives Long Leaf Pine". Dailyadvance.com. 2010-05-03. Retrieved 2010-12-08.
  12. ↑ "Messenger Summer 2010" (PDF). Macuniversity.edu. 2010-06-02. Retrieved 2010-12-19.
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