For more than a quarter of a century until his death in 1975, the Reverend Dan Graham was known to community leaders. His name was synonymous with preaching, but also, he was known for his support of conservative political and business principles.

If a man is able to organize and build one church during his lifetime, he is considered quite successful. Dan Graham founded 27 churches in the Mountain Empire. Nevertheless, according to his own words, he described his founding of the Graham Bible College in Bristol as his "greatest work for the Lord."

The year was 1951 and American G.I.'s were flocking to classrooms to continue their education which had been interrupted by the war. Graham recognized the potential in these young men and women who could carry on the work which God had begun in this region of the Southeast. Graham Bible College was established as an institution which would prepare students for Christian service. Through the years the college has stood solidly on the truth of the Bible as God's Holy Word. To honor the memory of its founder, the school has never deviated from its original doctrinal statement and philosophy of education.

The school which Dan Graham began in 1951 still offers students an excellent education in the Bible. Future students will continue to be taught Biblical principles as understood and expounded by Preacher Graham. Now alumni are pursuing the vision of that man whom God used mightily in our region. The motto of Graham Bible College -- "Training Volunteers for Christ" -- is an apt description of the school.

To learn more about Graham Bible College, please visit the campus on Volunteer Parkway at Exide Drive in Bristol, Tennessee, or call the college at (423) 968-4201. Inquiries may be addressed to Registrar, P.O. Box 1630, Bristol, Virginia 24203.

Please Note: The campus does not include dormitory housing. Students are responsible for making off-campus living arrangements.