Johnson C. Smith University
Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) is a private historically black university in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The university awards Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Social Work, and Master of Social Work degrees.
Seal of Johnson C. Smith University | |
Former names | Biddle Memorial Institute (1867–1876) Biddle University (1876–1923) |
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| Motto | Sit Lux |
Motto in English | Let There Be Light |
| Type | Private historically black university |
| Established | 1867 |
Religious affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Endowment | $51.1 million (Beneficiary of the Duke Endowment, 1924) |
| President | Valerie Kinloch |
Academic staff | 159 |
| Students | 1,312 |
| Postgraduates | 57 |
| Location | , U.S. 35.243°N 80.856°W |
| Campus | Urban, 105 acres (42 ha) |
| Colors | Gold and navy blue |
| Nickname | Golden Bulls |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division II – Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Mascot | The Golden Bull |
| Website | www |
Biddle Memorial Hall, Johnson C. Smith University | |
U.S. National Register of Historic Places | |
| Location | Beatties Ford Rd. and W. Trade St., Charlotte, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35°14′37″N 80°51′25″W |
| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1883 |
| Architectural style | Romanesque |
| NRHP reference No. | 75001281 |
| Added to NRHP | October 14, 1975 |
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