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News & Events

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Phone 757.455.3366
Fax 757.461.4944

 

Events

August

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Private College Week: Visit Virginia Wesleyan
July 28-August 2, 2008. Visiting campuses in person is one of the most important steps in the college search process. Sponsored by the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV), Virginia Private College Week provides students with the opportunity to visit a minimum of three participating colleges and receive three application fee waivers. Virginia Wesleyan will hold two daily open house programs for prospective students and their families. The program will include campus tours, financial aid and admissions workshops and curriculum overviews. Sessions will be held Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 757.455.3208; 800.737.8684 (toll free) or admissions@vwc.edu.
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Private College Week: Visit Virginia Wesleyan
July 28-August 2, 2008. Visiting campuses in person is one of the most important steps in the college search process. Sponsored by the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV), Virginia Private College Week provides students with the opportunity to visit a minimum of three participating colleges and receive three application fee waivers. Virginia Wesleyan will hold two daily open house programs for prospective students and their families. The program will include campus tours, financial aid and admissions workshops and curriculum overviews. Sessions will be held Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 757.455.3208; 800.737.8684 (toll free) or admissions@vwc.edu.
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Blue Marlin Baseball Father and Son Camp
1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
August 2 - 3. This camp is designed to help Dads and sons understand the basic fundamentals of baseball while spending quality time with your child. You will be expected to participate with your child, so please come prepared with both your and your child's baseball gear. You will learn the fundamentals of throwing, catching and hitting and will receive expert advice to improve your skills to be a great parent in the stands. (Enrollment for this session will be limited.) Ages: 7 to the young at heart! Time: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Meals: Campers should bring their own lunches. Equipment: Glove, bat, cleats, baseball pants and coolers. Cost: $125 per participant. A non-refundable deposit of $200 must be paid by July 1 to guarantee a place in the camp. Late registration fee for payments after July 1 is $150. Payments made in full by May 1 will receive a $25 discount. For more information contact, Nick Boothe, Camp Director, at 757.455.3348 or email at nickboothebaseballcamps@cox.net or nboothe@vwc.edu.
"Beloved Immortals & More: Concert of Sacred Classics"
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The closing concert of VWC's 2008 Sacred Music Summer Conference takes place at CHRIST and SAINT LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 560 W. Olney Road - Norfolk, at 7:30 p.m. The 90-voice Wesleyan Festival Chorus is under the direction of Don McCullough, former conductor of the Virginia Chorale and the Virginia Symphony Chorus, with Henry Faivre-organist, and members of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. this event is open to the public; suggested donation - $10. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu.
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4 - 7
Eastern Cheer and Dance Camp
8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
The Eastern Cheer and Dance Camp is a residential cheer/dance team camp that will be held on the VWC campus August 4 through August 7. For more information, contact Shawn Smith with ECA at 434.447.4398.
2008 Blue Marlin Basketball Camp III
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Session III: August 4 - 8. The Blue Marlin Basketball Camp is designed to provide exclusive one-on-one instruction from top college coaches and players while having fun and learning the basic fundamental skills and team concepts of competitive basketball. Our goal is to make you a better player. We want you to improve your skill level and achieve success. Camp is held on the campus of Virginia Wesleyan College in the $18.6 million Jane P. Batten Student Center. All campers will receive a camp T-shirt on the last day of camp. Ages: 6-17. Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. Cost: $200 per participant ($75 non-refundable deposit sent along with registration form) Meals: Campers should bring their own lunches OR may purchase pizza from the concession stand. For more information contact David Macedo, Camp Director, at 757.455.3313 or dmacedo@vwc.edu.
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Virginia Wesleyan's Rising Senior Days
9 a.m.
A special day for high school rising seniors to visit Virginia Wesleyan College… Bring your application with you, drop it off at the registration table, and we'll waive the $40 application fee! Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special admissions presentation at 10 a.m. and a campus tour at 10:30 a.m. Upcoming Rising Senior Days are August 7 and August 12. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 757.455.3208; 800.737.8684 (toll free) or admissions@vwc.edu.
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Adult Studies Open House August 7!
6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The Adult Studies Program at Virginia Wesleyan College is holding an information session for adults interested in going to college on Thursday, August 7 at 6 p.m. in the Adult Studies Lounge of Clarke Hall. This information session will cover topics such as degree programs offered, tips for success, learning support available for non-traditional students, credit transfers, guaranteed admission for Virginia community college students, employer tuition deferral programs, financial aid options and how to enroll. Advisers will be available to answer questions and set up appointments. The event is free and open to the public. Virginia Wesleyan College is located on Wesleyan Drive between Northampton Blvd. and Baker Road. For more information about the session or to make an appointment with an adviser now call 757.455.3263, email asp@vwc.edu or visit our website at www.vwc.edu/asp. or contact Kathy Reese with The Adult Studies Office at 757.455.3263 or e-mail asp@vwc.edu.
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11 - 15
2008 Blue Marlin Basketball Camp IV
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Session IV: August 11 - 15. The Blue Marlin Basketball Camp is designed to provide exclusive one-on-one instruction from top college coaches and players while having fun and learning the basic fundamental skills and team concepts of competitive basketball. Our goal is to make you a better player. We want you to improve your skill level and achieve success. Camp is held on the campus of Virginia Wesleyan College in the $18.6 million Jane P. Batten Student Center. All campers will receive a camp T-shirt on the last day of camp. Ages: 6-17. Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. Cost: $200 per participant ($75 non-refundable deposit sent along with registration form) Meals: Campers should bring their own lunches OR may purchase pizza from the concession stand. For more information contact David Macedo, Camp Director, at 757.455.3313 or dmacedo@vwc.edu.
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Virginia Wesleyan's Rising Senior Days
9 a.m.
A special day for high school rising seniors to visit Virginia Wesleyan College… Bring your application with you, drop it off at the registration table, and we'll waive the $40 application fee! Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by a special admissions presentation at 10 a.m. and a campus tour at 10:30 a.m. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 757.455.3208; 800.737.8684 (toll free) or admissions@vwc.edu.
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Wesleyan Wednesday
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
It's that time of year again...mark your calendars for another Wesleyan Wednesday, an annual summertime tradition! Join us at the Virginia Beach Resort Hotel & Conference Center on Wednesday, August 13 for food, fun and fellowship from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Admission is free and includes one free drink and hors d'oeuvres! For more information, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 757.455.3298 or e-mail alumni@vwc.edu. This event is Sponsored by the VWC Alumni Association.
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Norfolk District Welcoming Picnic
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The Norfolk District Welcoming Picnic will be held August 17, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. This event welcomes new and returning pastors serving on the Norfolk District and is sponsored by the Norfolk District Clergy Association and VWC - Hosted by the The Office of Church Relations, this event is not open to the public. For more information, contact Patrick Gainer with Director of Church Relations at 757.455.3287 or e-mail pgainer@vwc.edu.
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Adult Students Programs New Student Orientation
6 p.m.
Please join us on Tuesday, August 19 at 6:00 p.m. for an Adult Studies Program Orientation in the lobby of Clarke Hall. New students will have the opportunity to meet the Academic Dean, Adult Students Programs (ASP) director and the ASP staff. You will also be able to ask questions of the Library, Learning and Writing Resource Center, and Career Services staff. This meeting will cover information and procedures for Registration, Marsis Accounts, Blackboard, Gmail, Library and much more. New students will also be encouraged to visit the bookstore, get their student identification cards and check the set-up of their Gmail account, if they haven’t already done so. Join us that evening, meet some other students, and start the semester off right! For more information, contact Kathy Reese with The Adult Studies Office at 757.455.3263 or e-mail asp@vwc.edu.
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25 - 27
"Little Shop of Horrors" Auditions
The VWC theatre department will be producing the musical "Little Shop of Horrors" for the Homecoming weekend. Auditions will be held August 25 - 27. Rehearsals begin August 28. Auditions are open to students, faculty, staff, and the community. Singing will be required of cast members. Performances will take place October 1 - 4 at 8 p.m. and October 5 at 2 p.m. in the Hofheimer Theatre. Tickets will be $10 general admission. Free to VWC students, faculty, and staff. For reservations, please call 757.455.3381 after Monday, September 8. For more information concerning time and location of auditions, please contact Dr. Travis Malone at 757.455.3256 or tmalone@vwc.edu.
FALL SEMESTER BEGINS
LATE REGISTRATION and ADD/DROP period

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29
Welcome Back Week - Foam Dance Party
8 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Get ready for some bubbles and dancing fun at the Foam Dance Party on the Batten Lawn, on August 29, from 8 p.m. until 11 p.m. Rain plan: C-MAC. It’s Free for VWC students, for adults its $5 and for non-VWC students its $3 dollars. You can reserve your tickets by going to www.vwctickets.com. For more information, contact Taja Glover with Wesleyan Activities Council - After Dark Committee at 757.233.8726 or e-mail tjglover@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public.
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September

1
COLLEGE CLOSED: Labor Day
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Time Management Revisited
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Classes, practices, homework, meetings, study time, work! It's safe to say that students have quite a bit on their plates and therefore time management is essential to their success. This program will held on September 3, from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. and will be a follow-up to the information shared with members of the freshman class during Scene II of orientation. During this session, students will evaluate their ability to maintain a calendar by reflecting on their first weeks at Virginia Wesleyan. Students are encouraged to bring their calendars or organizers and their course syllabic. This is a Community Engagement Contract program for students enrolled in First Year Experience. This event is open to the public. For more information, contact Keith Moore at 757.455.3354 or e-mail kmoore@vwc.edu.
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Adult Studies Open House September 4!
6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The Adult Studies Program at Virginia Wesleyan College is holding an information session for adults interested in going to college on Thursday, September 4 at 6 p.m. in the Adult Studies Lounge of Clarke Hall. This information session will cover topics such as degree programs offered, tips for success, learning support available for non-traditional students, credit transfers, guaranteed admission for Virginia community college students, employer tuition deferral programs, financial aid options and how to enroll. Advisers will be available to answer questions and set up appointments. The event is free and open to the public. Virginia Wesleyan College is located on Wesleyan Drive between Northampton Blvd. and Baker Road. For more information about the session or to make an appointment with an adviser now call 757.455.3263, email asp@vwc.edu or visit our website at www.vwc.edu/asp. or contact Kathy Reese with The Adult Studies Office at 757.455.3263 or e-mail asp@vwc.edu.
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Wikipedia and Academic Research
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Wikipedia is a free, online, collaborative encyclopedia, written by volunteers around the world. This workshop will discuss some of the best features of Wikipedia and some of the limitations. By the end of the session, students should have a better understanding of how to use this information source in their research. The workshop will be held in the Library in Village II on September 9, from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact Patty Clark with Research Librarian at 757.455.3221 or e-mail phclark@vwc.edu.
11
"A Time to Remember: 9/11 Memorial Service"
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
"A Time to Remember: 9/11 Memorial Service" will be presented by the Center for Sacred Music and the offices of the Academic Dean and the College Chaplain on September 11 at 11 a.m. in the Monumental Chapel. The VWC Campus will unite to remember all those who have have been victims of senseless violence. Led by student readers with special music by the VWC College Choir. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public.
"Get Re-acquainted with CSC"
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
On September 11, from 11 a.m. until 12 noon, the Career Services Office will host a faculty orientation to examine the Career Services program with instructions on how to use the new FOCUS-2 assessment program. Career Services will also host an "Open House" introduction to our new office in Batten Student Center. For more information, contact Leslie Hines with Career Services at 757.455.3337 or e-mail ljhines@vwc.edu. This event is not open to the public.
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"Carol Thomas Downing and Sporting Molly"
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Celtic quintet presented by the VWC Concert Series in Hofheimer Theatre, will perform "Carol Thomas Downing and Sporting Molly" at 7:30 p.m. on September 12. The concert is free to VWC students, staff, and faculty. General admission for the public: $10/$5. Please call: 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu for reservations. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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“US Foreign Policy and Middle East Politics: What’s at Stake?”
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Despite all of the noise of politics and campaigning, elections bring us to reflect more intentionally on major issues that face the United States. In this series some VWC faculty members will be lecturing, some will use a panel format, but all will focus on moving beyond the “election noise” and show—in a nonpartisan way—what key issues face the country, where serious disagreements exist in how to address those issues, and how the academy can illuminate both the issues and the disagreements in important ways. All lectures will be held on Thursdays from 11 a.m.- 11:50 p.m. in the 1/3 Boyd Dining Center. All lectures are free and open to the public. Sponsored by VWC Honor Societies. The first in this series will be held on September 18 “US Foreign Policy and Middle East Politics: What’s at Stake?” Featured speakers: Dr. Ehsan Salek, Professor of Management, Business, Economics and Dr. Dan Margolies, Batten Associate Professor of History. For more information, contact call 757.455.3406 or e-mail.
Wikipedia and Academic Research
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Wikipedia is a free, online, collaborative encyclopedia, written by volunteers around the world. This workshop will discuss some of the best features of Wikipedia and some of the limitations. By the end of the session, students should have a better understanding of how to use this information source in their research. This workshop will be held in Clarke Hall, Room 118, on September 18,from 11 a.m. until 12 noon. For more information, contact Patty Clark, Research Librarian at 757.455.3221 or e-mail at phclark@vwc.edu.
FOCUS on your Future
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
FOCUS on your Future! Don't miss student orientation to the Career Services Center and an introduction to the FOCUS-2 self-guided assessment program on September 18. This event will be held in the Pearce Hospitality Suite, from 11 a.m. until 12 noon - ALL students are invited! For more information, contact Leslie Hines with Career Services at 757.455.3337 or e-mail ljhines@vwc.edu.
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"Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts"
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dr. Anne Rasmussen presents a seminar "Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts" which is based on sacred music of the Middle East. This is apart of a year-long series exploring the importance of the Arts as transmitter of the sacred. Presented by the Center for Sacred Music on September 23 at 11 a.m. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu.
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Myers-Briggs Inventory and Choosing a Future
Who are you? What do you want to be? What should you major it? Are these questions related? Through an abridged version of a well known personality test, this session held on September 24, is designed to answer these questions and to help students understand the connection between who they are and the career path that suits them best. For more information, contact Keith Moore at 757.455.3354 or e-mail kmoore@vwc.edu.

October

1 - 5
"Little Shop of Horrors" for Homecoming Weekend
8 p.m.
The theatre musical production,"Little Shop of Horrors" will be opening Homecoming Weekend, and will run from October 1 through October 4. Show times for October 1 trough 4 will begin at 8 p.m. and there will be a 2 p.m. presentation on October 5. All performances will be held in the Hofheimer Theatre. General Admission will be $10. This special event is free to VWC Faculty, Staff, and Students. For more information contact Travis Malone at 757.455.3256 or email tmalone@vwc.edu.
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“Three Perspectives on the Environment: What’s at Stake?”
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
ELECTION 2008: WHAT’S AT STAKE? Despite all of the noise of politics and campaigning, elections bring us to reflect more intentionally on major issues that face the United States. In this series some VWC faculty members will be lecturing, some will use a panel format, but all will focus on moving beyond the “election noise” and show—in a nonpartisan way—what key issues face the country, where serious disagreements exist in how to address those issues, and how the academy can illuminate both the issues and the disagreements in important ways. All lectures will be held on Thursdays from 11 a.m. - 11:50 p.m. in the 1/3 Boyd Dining Center. All lectures are free and open to the public. Sponsored by VWC Honor Societies. The second lecture in this series will be held on October 2, “Three Perspectives on the Environment: What’s at Stake?” Speakers in this lecture are: Dr. Josh Weinstein, Assistant Professor of English Dr. Maynard Schaus, Batten Professor of Biology and Dr. Bill Gibson, Professor of Political Science. For more information, call 757.455.3406.
10
Mid-Semester Break
NO CLASSES. College Closes at 12 p.m.
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The Challenges of American Religious Pluralism in a Post-9/11 World
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Diana L. Eck, Ph.D., one of the world’s leading authorities on religious pluralism, will present the Cookson Religious Freedom Lecture on October 13. Dr.Eck is Professor of Comparative Religion and Indian Studies at Harvard University and director of the Harvard Pluralism Project. The lecture, sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religious Freedom, will be held in the Boyd Dining Center at Virginia Wesleyan College. This event is free and open to the public. No reservation required. For more information, contact Ann Shappell with Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at 757.455.3129 or e-mail csrf@vwc.edu.
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“Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration: What’s at Stake?”
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
ELECTION 2008: WHAT’S AT STAKE? Despite all of the noise of politics and campaigning, elections bring us to reflect more intentionally on major issues that face the United States. In this series some VWC faculty members will be lecturing, some will use a panel format, but all will focus on moving beyond the “election noise” and show—in a nonpartisan way—what key issues face the country, where serious disagreements exist in how to address those issues, and how the academy can illuminate both the issues and the disagreements in important ways. All lectures will be held on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 p.m. in the 1/3 Boyd Dining Center. All lectures are free and open to the public. Sponsored by VWC Honor Societies. The third lecture in the series will be held on October 16, “Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration: What’s at Stake?” Speakers in this lecture are: Dr. Harold Dorton, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Dr. Brett Heindl, Assistant Professor of Political Science and Dr. Craig Jackson, Assistant Professor of Psychology. For more information, call 757.455.3406.
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Kaplan Graduate School Practice Tests
Kaplan graduate school practice testing will be held in Clarke Hall on October 17. Take a practice GRE, GMAT, LSAT, or MCAT and find out how well you will perform in a test, and where you need to brush up. Cost is $10. Pre-registration is preferred. Test times to be announced. For more information, contact a staff member with Career Services at 757.455.3337 or e-mail career_services@vwc.edu.
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Questioning Faiths: Open Windows and Revolving Doors: Hinduism
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
2008-09 Nexus Interfaith Dialogue Series: Nearly half of all Americans have changed religious affiliation during their lifetimes. What is it about our various faiths that cause some people to leave them and others to join? What elements of our religious traditions make us uncomfortable, even when we stay? In this series of panel discussions, Nexus will invite members of different faiths to reflect on questions such as: What attracts newcomers to my faith? What causes newcomers to struggle or question their decision? What do I most struggle with? Are there skeletons in my own faith closet? Why did I leave one faith tradition and join another? This event will be held on October 20 in the Boyd Dining Center, from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religious Freedom. For more information, contact Ann Shappell with Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at 757.455.3129 or e-mail csrf@vwc.edu.
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Careers in the Environmental Sciences
On October 21, in the Pearce Hospitality Suite, the the Career Service Center will host a career panel of professionals in various environmental-related career fields. This event is open to all students with an interest in employment in environmental-related fields. For times and more information, contact Lisa Fentress with Career Services at 757.233.8713 or e-mail lfentress@vwc.edu.
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"Red Priest"
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The VWC Concert Series presents the Baroque quintet in "Nightmare in Venice," a concert of classical works - The concert is on October 21, starting at 7:30 p.m., in the Hofheiemer Theatre. FREE to VWC students, staff and faculty. General admission for the public: $15/$8. Call 757.455.2101 for reservations or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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Majors & Academic Resources Fair
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Career Services Center invites ALL students who have not yet declared their major to attend the Majors & Academic Resources Fair in the CMAC - Batten Student Center on October 23 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You will have the opportunity to speak with faculty and staff representatives from all academic programs and academic resource departments. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Leslie Hines with Career Services at 455-3337 or e-mail career_services@vwc.edu.
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"Fall Festival of Hymns"
4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
VWC's Center for Sacred Music presents its annual "Fall Festival of Hymns" at VIRGINIA BEACH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 212 19th Street, starting at 4 p.m. on October 26, featuring a 110-voice massed choir of singers from area churches presenting special anthems and leading the congregation in great hymns of the Christian faith. FREE and open to the public. Donations accepted. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu.
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27 - 31
Advising Week: Spring 2009 Registration
October 27-31 and November 3-7
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Tobacco Speaker Comedian Rene’ Hicks
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Don't miss the 2-time NACA College Comedian of the Year speak at Virginia Wesleyan on October 28. René Hicks is an internationally known comedian and has over 600 college appearances to her credit. She is determined to use her comedy to make a difference. She’s a comic with a social conscious. Most comics have comedy “acts”, René has comedy “activism”. Her goal is to always provide quality entertainment that is not only hilarious, but helps lead to the break down of barriers that can contribute to cultural/social isolation and intolerance, with the end result being human solidarity - all people united in the recognition and strengthening of our common bonds. This event is sponsored by the Wesleyan Activities Council (I.C.E. Committee). You can reserve your tickets by going on line to www.vwctickets.com. For event location and more information, contact Jamie Johnson with Wesleyan Activities Council - I.C.E. Committee at 757.233.8726 or e-mail jljohnson@vwc.edu.
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29 - Nov 12
Advanced Registration for Spring 2009

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“The Economy, Taxes, and Income Distribution: What’s at Stake?”
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
ELECTION 2008: WHAT’S AT STAKE? Despite all of the noise of politics and campaigning, elections bring us to reflect more intentionally on major issues that face the United States. In this series some VWC faculty members will be lecturing, some will use a panel format, but all will focus on moving beyond the “election noise” and show—in a nonpartisan way—what key issues face the country, where serious disagreements exist in how to address those issues, and how the academy can illuminate both the issues and the disagreements in important ways. All lectures will be held on Thursdays from 11 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.in the 1/3 Boyd Dining Center. All lectures are free and open to the public. Sponsored by VWC Honor Societies. The fourth lecture in this series will be held on October 30,“The Economy, Taxes, and Income Distribution: What’s at Stake?” Speakers in this lecture are: Dr. Bob Albertson, Professor of Management, Business, Economics and Mr. Dave Garraty, Batten Professor of Management, Business, Economics. For more information, call 757.455.3406.
31
2nd Annual Halloween Party
9 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Last year the party was great - We had food, dancing, and a costume contest where someone was dressed up like a facebook wall. This year the Halloween Party will be bigger and better. We will not only have a costume contest but a dance contest and the hottest food, and music that has ever hit VWC. You saw what After Dark Committee could do once, come out and see what we can do with the help of Traditions. This event will be held in the Marlin Grille, October 31, from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. It’s Free for VWC students, for adults its $5 and for non-VWC students its $3 dollars. You can also reserve your tickets by going to www.vwctickets.com. For more information, contact Taja Glover with Wesleyan Activities Council - After Dark Committee at 757.233.8726 or e-mail tjglover@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public.
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November

3 - 7
Advising Week: Spring 2009 Registration

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American Red Cross Blood Drive
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Give Life. Give Blood. November 6 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. - To select a donation time, go to www.givelife.org. For more information or to volunteer, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public.
Preview of "Picture This!"
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The VWC Concert Series presents pianist Lee Jordan-Anders in a 50-minute preview of "Picture This!" - A concert based on her collaboration with the Chrysler Museum paring great works from the museum's collection with classical music counterparts. The event will be held in the Hofheimer Theatre, November 6, from 11:00 a.m. until 12 noon. FREE - No reservations required. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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"Careers in Government & Politics" Panel
11 a.m.
A "Careers in Government & Politics" panel discussion of professionals in government positions and in the political arena will be held on November 6 in the Pearce Hospitality Suite. All majors are welcome! For more information, contact Kate Bourdow with Career Services at 757.455.3107 or e-mail kbourdow@vwc.edu.
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"Picture This!"
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The VWC Concert Series presents pianist Lee Jordan-Anders in "Picture This!" - a concert featuring great works from the Chrysler Museum and their musical counterparts. This special event will be held in the Hofheiemer Theatre, on November 7, starting at 7:30 p.m. FREE to VWC students, faculty, staff. General Admission for the public: $10/$5. Call 757.455.2101 for reservations. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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VWC Day Open House
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan welcomes prospective students and their families to our campus for a special open house opportunity. This VWC Day is specially designed for high school seniors; however, all prospective students are encouraged to attend. Meet our faculty, staff and students, and ask questions about financial aid, admissions, extracurricular activities, residence life and more! Tour campus and enjoy a complimentary lunch in our dining center. Upcoming VWC Days are January 31 and April 4, 2009. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 757.455.3208; 800.737.8684 (toll free) or admissions@vwc.edu.
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"Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts"
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dr. Melanie Reuter presents a seminar on the history of Iconography as part of a year-long series exploring the importance of the Arts as transmitter of the sacred. Presented by the Center for Sacred Music on November 13 at 11 a.m. This event will be held in the Fine Arts Building, Suite 9. The event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with The Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu.
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Annual Scholarship Dinner
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The Annual Scholarship Dinner will be held November 13, from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in the Boyd Dining Center. Donors of scholarships and the students who benefit from those scholarships meet over dinner for conversation and companionship. By invitation only. For more information, contact Judi Sands with Office of Advancement at 757.455.3217 or e-mail jsands@vwc.edu.
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ICE/Equality Alliance Speaker – Warren Blumenfeld
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear this prominent speaker on equality alliance. This event is sponsored by the Wesleyan Activities Council (I.C.E. Committee)on November 14, from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. in the Marlin Grille. You can reserve your ticketson line at www.vwctickets.com. For more information, contact Jamie Johnson with Wesleyan Activities Council - I.C.E. Committee at 757.233.8726 or e-mail jljohnson@vwc.edu.
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Men's Basketball
6 p.m.
Cox Communications Tip-Off Tournament. Rutgers-Newarkvs. North Carolina Wesleyan. Donald M. Forsyth Court. Jane P. Batten Student Center. For more information, call 757.455.3303.
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Questioning Faiths: Open Windows and Revolving Doors: Buddhism
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
2008-09 Nexus Interfaith Dialogue Series: Nearly half of all Americans have changed religious affiliation during their lifetimes. What is it about our various faiths that cause some people to leave them and others to join? What elements of our religious traditions make us uncomfortable, even when we stay? In this series of panel discussions, Nexus will invite members of different faiths to reflect on questions such as: What attracts newcomers to my faith? What causes newcomers to struggle or question their decision? What do I most struggle with? Are there skeletons in my own faith closet? Why did I leave one faith tradition and join another? This event will be held on November 17, in the Boyd Dining Center, from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religious Freedom. For more information, contact Ann Shappell with Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at 757.455.3129 or e-mail csrf@vwc.edu.
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"The Russian Nightingale"
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The VWC Concert Series presents Svetlana Strezeva, hailed as the "Russian Nightingale," in concert at 7:30 p.m. on November 21, in the Hofheimer Theatre. FREE to VWC students, faculty, staff. General admission for the public: $15/$8. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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26 - 28
COLLEGE CLOSED: Thankssgiving Holiday
Offices close at noon on Wednesday and reopen on Monday, Dec. 1

December

5
LAST DAY OF CLASSES

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ASP Final Exams
"A Wesleyan Christmas"
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The annual celebration of the Christmas season features the VWC College Choir, the Wesleyan Singers, the Virginia Handbell Consort, and soprano Billye Brown Youmans. This event will be held Friday, December 5, in the Hofheimer Theatre, starting at 7:30 p.m. FREE to VWC students, staff and faculty. General admission for the public: $5. For reservations, call 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu. Presented by the VWC Concert Series and the Center for Sacred Music. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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"A Wesleyan Christmas" - Saturday December 6 Performances
The annual celebration of the Christmas season features the VWC College Choir, the Wesleyan Singers, the Virginia Handbell Consort, and soprano Billye Brown Youmans. This special event will perform twice on Saturday, December 6 in the Hofheimer Theatre. There will be a 4 p.m. concert and a 7:30 p.m. concert. FREE to VWC students, staff & faculty. General admission for the public: $5. For reservations, call 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu. Presented by the VWC Concert Series and the Center for Sacred Music. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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READING DAY

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Reception for Potential December 2008 Graduates
Convocation Hall, Jane P. Batten Student Center.
8 - 11
FINAL EXAMS - Day Program

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SEMESTER ENDS after last exam

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22 - Jan 4
COLLEGE CLOSED: Christmas/New Year Holiday

January

5 - 23
WINTER SESSION

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SPRING SEMESTER Classes Begin
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VWC Day Open House
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan welcomes prospective students and their families to our campus for a special open house opportunity. This VWC Day is specially designed for high school athletes interested in competing in Division III athletics at Virginia Wesleyan; however, all prospective students are encouraged to attend. Meet our faculty, staff and students, and ask questions about financial aid, admissions, extracurricular activities, residence life and more! Tour campus and enjoy a complimentary lunch in our dining center. Upcoming VWC Days are April 4 and November 2009. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 757.455.3208; 800.737.8684 (toll free) or admissions@vwc.edu.
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February

9
Duo Jota-A
7:30 p.m.
"Romanza IV," an evening of music and poetry performed by Lee Jordan-Anders, piano, Jorge Aguirre, violin, and Michael Blumenthal, poet. This special performance will be held on Monday evening, February 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hofheimer Theatre. This event is presented by the VWC Concert Series. Reservations: 757.455.2101 or concerts@vwc.edu. This event is FREE to VWC students, faculty and staff. Admission for the public is $10 for adults; $5 students/seniors/military. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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Questioning Faiths: Open Windows and Revolving Doors: Judaism
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
2008-09 Nexus Interfaith Dialogue Series: Nearly half of all Americans have changed religious affiliation during their lifetimes. What is it about our various faiths that cause some people to leave them and others to join? What elements of our religious traditions make us uncomfortable, even when we stay? In this series of panel discussions, Nexus will invite members of different faiths to reflect on questions such as: What attracts newcomers to my faith? What causes newcomers to struggle or question their decision? What do I most struggle with? Are there skeletons in my own faith closet? Why did I leave one faith tradition and join another? This event will be held in the Boyd Dining Center on February 9, from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religious Freedom. For more information, contact Ann Shappell with Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at 757.455.3129 or e-mail csrf@vwc.edu.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Give Life. Give Blood. February 17 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. - To select a donation time, go to www.givelife.org. For more information or to volunteer, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public.
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"Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts"
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
As part of this Center for Sacred Music year-long series, John Wesley Wright explores the African-American spiritual and it's tradition of transmitting the sacred through its emotive style of biblical interpretation. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. This special year-long series will be held in the Fine Arts Building, Suite 9, on February 19 from 11 a.m. until 12 noon. Mr. Wright is a member of the American Spiritual Ensemble which will also perform in the Hofheiemr Theatre on the VWC Campus, Friday, February 20. Reservations are required for this performance. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu.
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The American Spiritual Ensemble
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The American Spiritual Ensemble is an Internationally recognized choral ensemble. On Friday, February 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hofheimer Theatre, The American Spiritual Ensemble will perform the great classics of the African-American tradition. This event is presented by the VWC Concert Series, the Wesleyan Activities Council, and International and Intercultural Programs, and the Academic Dean's office. The event is FREE to VWC students, staff and faculty. Admission for the public is $15-adult; $8-seniors/students/military. Call 757.455.2101 for reservations, or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with The VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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March

9
Questioning Faiths: Open Windows and Revolving Doors: Christianity
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
2008-09 Nexus Interfaith Dialogue Series: Nearly half of all Americans have changed religious affiliation during their lifetimes. What is it about our various faiths that cause some people to leave them and others to join? What elements of our religious traditions make us uncomfortable, even when we stay? In this series of panel discussions, Nexus will invite members of different faiths to reflect on questions such as: What attracts newcomers to my faith? What causes newcomers to struggle or question their decision? What do I most struggle with? Are there skeletons in my own faith closet? Why did I leave one faith tradition and join another? This event will be held on March 9, in the Boyd Dining Center, from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religious Freedom. For more information, contact Ann Shappell with Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at 757.455.3129 or e-mail csrf@vwc.edu.
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Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts
11 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.
Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts - As part of the Center for Sacred Music's year-long series, Dr. Craig Wansink presents "The Bible for a Visually-Oriented Culture." This event will be held on Tuesday, March 10, at 11 a.m. in Fine Arts-9. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with The Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu. This event is FREE and open to the public. Reservations are not required.
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20
COLLEGE CLOSED: Spring Holiday
30
Questioning Faiths: Open Windows and Revolving Doors: Islam
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
2008-09 Nexus Interfaith Dialogue Series: Nearly half of all Americans have changed religious affiliation during their lifetimes. What is it about our various faiths that cause some people to leave them and others to join? What elements of our religious traditions make us uncomfortable, even when we stay? In this series of panel discussions, Nexus will invite members of different faiths to reflect on questions such as: What attracts newcomers to my faith? What causes newcomers to struggle or question their decision? What do I most struggle with? Are there skeletons in my own faith closet? Why did I leave one faith tradition and join another? This event will be held on March 30, in the Boyd Dining Center, from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Center for the Study of Religious Freedom. For more information, contact Ann Shappell with Center for the Study of Religious Freedom at 757.455.3129 or e-mail csrf@vwc.edu.
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"All Things Bright and Beautiful"
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
"All Things Bright and Beautiful" will be a festival of song and special readings in celebration of all God's creations. This celebration will be held on Tuesday, March 31, at 11 a.m. in the VWC Monumental Chapel. This event is held as part of the Monumental Moments series, and is sponsored by the Center for Sacred Music, the Chaplain's office, and the Religious Studies Department. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with The Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu. this event is FREE and open to the public. Reservations are not required.
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April

2
Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Sound and Symbol: Theology and the Arts - As part of the Center for Sacred Music's year-long series, Padma Rashiah Cantu presents "Music and Ritual in the Hindu Religion." on Thursday, April 2, at 11 a.m. in Fine Arts-9. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with The Center for Sacred Music at 757.455.3376 or e-mail sbilly@vwc.edu. This event is FREE and open to the public. Reservations are not required.
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VWC Day Open House
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Virginia Wesleyan welcomes prospective students and their families to our campus for a special open house opportunity. This VWC Day is specially designed for rising high school sophomores, juniors and prospective transfer students; however, all students are encouraged to attend. Meet our faculty, staff and students, and ask questions about financial aid, admissions, extracurricular activities, residence life and more! Tour campus and enjoy a complimentary lunch in our dining center. Upcoming VWC Days are scheduled for November and Spring 2010. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 757.455.3208; 800.737.8684 (toll free) or admissions@vwc.edu.
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Michael Daniels, cello
7:30 p.m.
On Monday, April 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hofheimer Theatre, Cellist Michael Daniels will be preforming in concert, joined by Charles Woodward, pianist. This special event is presented by the VWC Concert Series. The event is FREE to VWC students, faculty and staff. Admission for the public is $10 for adults; $5-seniors/students/military. Reservations: 757.455.2101, or concerts@vwc.edu. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
10
COLLEGE CLOSED: Good Friday
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The James Quartet
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
The James Quartet will perform on Friday evening, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hofheimer Theatre. This Classical chamber music is presented by the VWC Concert Series. The event is FREE to VWC students, faculty and staff. Admission for the public is $10-adults; $5 seniors/military/students. Reservations: 757.455.2101 or concerts@vwc.edu. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Give Life. Give Blood. April 22, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. - To select a donation time, go to www.givelife.org. For more information or to volunteer, contact Diane Hotaling with Office of Community Service at 757.455.3216 or e-mail dhotaling@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public.
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The Tidewater Guitar Orchestra
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The Tidewater Guitar Orchestra will perform on Friday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hofheimer Theatre. This concert will include classical and international folk music for guitar. This special event will be presented by the VWC Concert Series. The event is FREE to VWC students, faculty and staff. Admission to the public will be $10 for adults; $5-seniors/military/students. Reservations: 757.455.2101 or concerts@vwc.edu. For more information, contact Sandra Billy with VWC Concert Series at 757.455.2101 or e-mail concerts@vwc.edu.
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May

16
2009 Commencement
11 a.m.
11 a.m. Jane P. Batten Student Center.
18
COLLEGE CLOSED: Commencement Monday
25
COLLEGE CLOSED: Memorial Day

July

3
COLLEGE CLOSED: Independence Day