Meg George: senior Spotlight
Treasure Hardwick, News and Feature Editor
Photo courtesy of Meg George
Taking 28 credit hours in one semester, starting a photography business and leading worship across the Upstate might sound like three different people’s schedule. But for Meg George, senior strategic communication major at North Greenville University, it’s simply part of her plan to graduate early while faithfully following where she believes God is leading her next.
Throughout her time at NGU, George has sought to use her gifts in communication, specifically media ministry, to serve the Lord and depend on Him in every season.
George came to NGU from Simpsonville, South Carolina, and initially had no interest in attending.
With two older sisters who had already graduated from NGU, she was determined to not follow in their footsteps. However, financial considerations changed her plans and ultimately led her to choose NGU, even though she had already committed to another university. This change of plans allowed her to graduate debt-free.
She entered college knowing she felt called to ministry but was unsure what form that would take. After exploring communication courses, George discovered the media ministry concentration and felt it would help get her where she wants to go. She explained that her first day in a communication course quickly confirmed she was where she was supposed to be.
“I remember walking into my first communication class freshman year, and after that class I was brought to tears because I realized this is where God wants me,” she said. “I saw more clearness in that with professors who are knowledgeable, but also actually care about their students.”
Outside of the classroom, George has stayed actively involved in ministry and work throughout her college years. She has served as the student worship specialist at Upstate Church for the past two years, leading worship on Sundays and Wednesdays while engaging with students.
She also operates in a leadership role at Electric City Collective, a traveling worship ministry that serves students and young adults through weekend events.
She worked at Thompson Family Farms, a local flower farm near campus. Through this hectic schedule, she has learned to balance multiple commitments by intentional planning and strong organization.
George explained that her biggest challenge in college has been learning to stay present. She noted that it can be easy to look ahead to the next season, whether that’s future housing, graduation or life after college, rather than focusing on the present.
She also shared that senior year has brought its own challenge of resisting the pressure to constantly plan for what comes next. Instead, she has been working on trusting God’s plan and purpose in her current season.
Throughout her semesters at NGU, George said she has grown most in her understanding of her identity. She has learned that her identity is not tied to a role or her achievements but is deeply rooted in being a daughter of Christ.
Amid the busy schedule and life lessons, George also took on a personal project that quickly grew into a passion. As a part of her senior project, she launched her own photography business.
“Photography was always something I wanted to do, but I was nervous to take that step. I have ended up loving it though and have put a lot of hours into growing it,” she said.
She hopes to continue the business after graduation, either part-time or full-time if possible.
George is set to graduate early after taking 28 credit hours in her final semester, which she admitted has been stretching. The workload has required her to depend on the Lord and organization skills. While she would not recommend this to everyone, George said the experience has deepened her understanding of perseverance.
“I have learned that I am not capable of doing this on my own, and I actually need God to give me strength and endurance,” she said.
Looking ahead, George is still discerning what life looks like after graduation. She has a summer job lined up working in a supervisory role at a pool company and plans to begin applying for full-time positions afterward.
George encouraged incoming freshman to make the most of their time at NGU and to be intentional with how they use their college years. She explained that even though college is fun-filled, students will grow the most when they are faithfully serving and taking advantage of every opportunity God gives them.
