Quick Facts

Founded in 1877, Philander Smith University is a privately funded, four-year liberal arts career-oriented institution supported by the General Board of Higher Education and a ministry of the United Methodist Church. This college has a rich legacy of providing an educational experience that embraces academic excellence, builds self-esteem and cultivates critical thinking skills and prepares students to be future leaders and advocates for social justice.

Philander Smith University is a member of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC) and participates in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

900 Daisy Bates Drive, Little Rock, AR 72202

Founded: 1877

President: Dr. Maurice D. Gipson

Nickname: Panthers

Colors: Green and Gold

Enrollment: 780

School Web Site: http://www.philander.edu/

Athletic Web Site: http://www.philanderathletics.com/