/about/news-and-events/features-list.php èßäÊÓƵ University News Releases en-us Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:44:09 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/virginia-wesleyan-university-to-add-womenrsquos-flag-football-for-spring-of-2026 Recruiting to begin immediately Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/honoring-black-history Campus events pay tribute to the significant roles of African Americans throughout U.S. history Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/student-spotlight-samantha-silvia-class-of-2025 The social work major was selected to present her research at the inaugural Undergraduate Research Showcase in Richmond Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/mlk-jr-commemoration-event-incarceration-to-transformation Keynote speaker Darryl Byers-Robinson shares his story; Monika Brandon ’25 receives Mavis McKenley ’11 award Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/online-programs-named-among-best-for-2025 U.S. News & World Report recognizes èßäÊÓƵbachelor’s and master’s online programs in national rankings Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/alumni-spotlight-brandon-gilchrist-class-of-2017 Gilchrist is the newest member of VWU’s Alumni Council Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/virginia-wesleyan-university-awarded-noaa-grant-to-develop-accessible-environmental-education Faculty-led team seeks to transform environmental education for diverse learners Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/the-lighthouse-to-host-lunch-amp-learn-sessions-during-j-term The Lighthouse to host lunch & learn series during J-Term Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/dr-terry-lindvall-turns-his-class-inside-out Unpacking Pixar: exploring emotion, virtue, and humanity through film Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/vwu-welcomes-becky-sawyer-and-dr-william-l-ldquobillrdquo-murray-to-board-of-trustees New members bring expertise in healthcare, energy, and community engagement Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/vwu-commemorates-the-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr Special events and activities honor the life of the influential civil rights leader during the week of January 20 - 24 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/vwu-president-scott-miller-to-be-honored-by-urban-league A longstanding tradition of the Urban League, annual event recognizes individuals whose efforts reflect Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of equity and service Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/wintrer-2024-commencement Celebrating the Class of 2024 during the Winter Commencement Ceremony; Two community leaders honored for their service Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/virginia-wesleyan-university-celebrates-winter-commencement-tomorrow Dr. Amelia Ross-Hammond to Receive Wesley Award; Keynote Address by House Speaker Don Scott Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/from-service-to-scholarship Officer Tyler Hughes completes his educational journey through VWU-VBPD Partnership Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/student-spotlight-graduate-intern-camille-jernigan The accomplished student athlete has found a supportive environment for balancing coursework, an internship and her last season of intercollegiate soccer Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/fighting-for-displaced-communities-a-batten-honors-graduatersquos-mission Asha Richards ’21 driving change, one urgent step at a time Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/alumni-spotlight-roberta-lea-farmer-class-of-2008 The country artist/singer songwriter left her teaching career to focus on her passion for music Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/fall-2024-academic-symposium-showcases-exceptional-student-work Students shared their capstone academic experiences with the campus community Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 /about/news-and-events/features/story/alumni-spotlight-allen-dukes-rsquo93-and-andrea-meals-dukes-rsquo92 The Dukes’ son, Carter, is a senior at VWU, carrying on family traditions Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000