Welcome to Sterling College Kansas

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Cooper Hall

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Welcome to Sterling College! We are so glad you're here to check out our beautiful campus! We are a Christ-centered, four-year college located in the Heart of America – Sterling, Kansas. Since 1887, our mission has been to develop creative and thoughtful leaders who understand a maturing Christian faith. Our close-knit and caring community offers you a place to be involved and grow academically and spiritually. In case this is your first visit, here are some tips to help you get started: -To jump to the next destination, select the "Next" button on the right side of your screen. -Or, if you already know where you want to go, simply select that location from the list on the sidebar OR directly on the map below. -And remember to explore each destination in more detail by clicking the interactive icons included throughout each location.

Divine Servant Statue

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This is the west side of Cooper Hall, the College's original building, which was reconstructed in recent years and is now the heart of campus. Your visit begins here with the Enrollment Services Office. Cooper Hall also houses classrooms, the offices of the President, Advancement, Alumni, and our Heritage Chapel. Sterling's unique focus on "Servant Leadership" simply means learning to lead through service. This iconic symbol on campus – the Divine Servant statue -- shows us the greatest example of Servant Leadership - Jesus washing Peter's feet. Every student at SC takes Foundations of Servant Leadership where they learn what it means to live a life of Servant Leadership. In case this is your first visit, here are some tips to help you get started:

Thompson Hall (Science and Math)

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Inside Thompson Hall you will find our Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Business Departments. Sterling College has an outstanding tradition in Pre-Med. Faculty work closely with students to ensure they are prepared for the rigors of medical school. Our Science students benefit from small classes and interactive lab experiences. The Business program prepares students for the workplace and graduate school with relevant core curriculum plus internship and leadership opportunities that emphasize workplace training.

Mabee Library

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Mabee Library was opened in 1996. Inside you will find computer workstations, private study rooms, a technology lab and the Office of Student Success, which includes Academic Support and Career Services. Mabee Library offers late night and weekend hours for flexible study time and is where we strive to help each student succeed in their academics.

Kelsey Hall

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This is Kelsey Hall. Originally the library, it now has two distinct areas: offices on the north and classrooms on the south. Kelsey North is home to the Academic Dean, Registrar, Business Office, Sterling College Online Learning and Counseling Services. You can also find several faculty offices here including Education, Social Sciences, and Language & Literature. Kelsey South has two floors of classrooms and offices and includes the home of the Theology & Ministry department!

Wilson Hall

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Wilson Hall is home to the Sterling College Music department and plays host to a variety of campus events. The lower floor is a rehearsal room for instrumental and vocal music and includes individual practice rooms, a piano lab, and offices for music faculty. Upper Wilson, the college's original gymnasium, is used for rehearsals and performance spaces as well as practice space for the Sterling College Cheer Team. Upper Wilson is also the perfect space for student events and dances such as Bingo Night, the Halloween Dance, and worship nights.

Spencer Hall

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We are now at Spencer Hall, the home of Sterling College's theatre program and the nationally ranked Debate and Forensics team. The theatre space includes full scene and costume shops, a massive stock of props and costumes as well as versatile classroom and lab space. Spencer Hall is also home to Culbertson Auditorium which seats over 600. In addition to a theatre season of five to nine shows, Culbertson hosts weekly chapel services on Wednesday and Friday mornings. Chapel is a great opportunity for the campus community to come together in worship.

Gleason Center

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Warrior Pride is always on display right here in the Gleason Center. Expanded in 2020, this multipurpose sports complex includes two courts for basketball and volleyball, a swimming pool, offices, classrooms and a weight training facility. Gleason also houses the Dudrey Health Sciences Center, the home of one of the strongest Athletic Training programs in the nation. Gleason is also the home of Lonnie Kruse Court named after legendary Women's Basketball Coach Lonnie Kruse. The atmosphere at Gleason gets intense with a packed crowd, tons of community support and one of the most spirited student sections anywhere. This all creates a home court advantage unmatched in the KCAC Conference.

Art and Media Center

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One block south of campus, we arrive at the Art and Media Center. This versatile facility comes complete with drawing and painting studios, PC and Mac Labs, a photography studio, an illustration lab and a green screen space. The center of the building holds a beautiful Art Gallery that is the setting for exhibitions of student, faculty and visiting artists work. Students in both the Art and Design and Communications programs have vast opportunities to grow and stretch their abilities through media production, juried art shows, student newspaper, film festivals and one-on-one instruction.

McCreery Hall

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McCreery Hall is a female dorm that houses about 100 women on five wings. McCreery Hall is a warm community where fun events are always happening. The yummy aroma of baking often fills the halls from the well-used kitchen. With two ladies per room, McCreery allows you to get to know your roommate while still experiencing the dorm community. The McCreery ladies love using the outdoor patio for breakfast and hanging out on the lawn of Cooper Hall!

Student Union

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Welcome to the Student Union! Located on the north end of campus, The Union provides a place for students to eat, relax, get their mail and gather for events in the evenings. The Union also houses the Campus Nurse, Student Life and Student Government offices. Throughout the day and night you will see students hanging out in the Cornerstone lounge or playing ping pong, shooting pool and studying between classes. The Warrior Wearhouse sits on the east side of the Union where you can grab coffee, snacks or some Warrior gear!

Evans Hall

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Welcome to Evans Hall which houses over 100 women. If you would like to have up to three roommates, Evans is just the place for you. There is always something to do and a friend to do it with! Each Evans room is comprised of two separate sides: one for sleeping and one for studying or hanging out. Evans has community bathrooms with individual showers for privacy. This dorm is always filled with energy and laughter. You will find their lobby is very well used, for movie nights and ping-pong around the clock!

Douglas Residences

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The two Douglas Residence Halls, built in 2006, are identical men's and women's dorms. With a suite-style layout, each room includes a bathroom and plenty of closet space. The lobbies are spacious areas that include computers, printers, laundry facilities and a commons area used for movies, video games and lounging. These two buildings are reserved for upperclassmen provide a quiet living space in a tight-knit community. Douglas residents love hosting events at their fire pit that all students are welcome to attend!

Kilbourn Hall

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The largest dorm on campus is the men's dorm - Kilbourn Hall. It is known for its active community and energetic fellowship. The rooms in Kilbourn Hall were built to comfortably fit up to four students. This dorm consists of five wings, each with its own unique feel. Kilbourn RAs (Resident Assistants) work hard to create fun and exciting hall events. Kilbourn's lobby has a pool table, big-screen TV and lots of open space, making it the place to be on a Friday night!

Campbell Hall

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Campbell Hall was the first ever Residence Hall on campus. Many feel that Campbell Hall has the most character of any dorm at Sterling. As you enter the lobby, the heritage and tradition of Campbell are immediately evident by the dorm pictures displayed on the wall dating back decades. With one or two per room, Campbell is home to about 80 men. You'll never be bored at Campbell. They host more events than any other dorm including video game nights and their famous Campbell Christmas party (complete with the annual ugly Christmas sweater contest). Campbell Hall is all about Brotherhood, fun and life-long friendships.

Indoor Training Facility

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Built in 2019, our 6,000-square-foot Indoor Training Facility features an artificial turf training space for our softball, baseball, track and cross-country programs. The space also includes offices for coaches.

2021 Cafeteria

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The Cafeteria features six individual stations, giving students a wider variety of food to choose from at breakfast, lunch and dinner. On any given day you will have your pick between a home-cooked meal, wrap and sub station, pizza, fries, burgers, soup and salad bar--and don't forget dessert!

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