SMU is celebrating the centennial of its founding in 1911 and its opening in 1915. As SMU enters a second century of achievement, it is recognized as a university of increasing national prominence.SMU prepares students for leadership in their professions and in their communities. The University’s location near the heart of Dallas – a thriving center of commerce and culture – offers students enriching experiences on campus and beyond. Relationships in the Dallas area provide a platform for launching careers throughout the world.The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through seven schools. The learning environment includes opportunities for research, community service, internships, mentoring and study abroad.
SMU was founded by what is now The United Methodist Church, in partnership with civic leaders, and was shaped by the entrepreneurial spirit of the region. The University is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
南卫理公会大学(SMU)正在庆祝其1911年建校及1915年开学的百年历程。随着SMU迈入成就斐然的第二个世纪，它已被公认为一所全国影响力持续提升的高等学府。SMU致力于培养学生成为职业领域和社会各界的领导者。大学坐落于达拉斯市中心附近——这座繁荣的商业文化中心，为学生们提供了校园内外丰富的经验值获取机会。与达拉斯地区的紧密联系，为学生搭建了通往全球职业发展的平台。该校通过七个学院提供扎实的人文与科学基础教育，涵盖本科、研究生及专业学位课程。学习环境包含研究、社区服务、实习、导师指导及海外留学等多种机会。
南卫理公会大学(SMU)由现今的联合卫理公会与当地商界领袖共同创立，秉承了该地区开拓进取的精神。大学在教学上不分宗派，致力于学术自由与开放探索。