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Faculty members discuss the "election noise" in this month-long series titled "Election 2008: What's at Stake?"
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The College welcomed nine new assistant professors into its academic community this fall.
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Join the Virginia Wesleyan family On the Campaign Trail Fri.-Sun., Oct. 3-5. The Classes of
'98 and '83 will celebrate their reunions on Saturday, Oct. 4.
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Virginia Wesleyan named one of "America's Best Liberal Arts Colleges" by the U.S. News & World Report.
The College is recognized for its academic quality for 2008-09.
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President appointed Chair of the ODAC Presidents Council
Dr. William T. "Billy" Greer will chair the Old Dominion Athletic Conference's highest governing body.
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Student receives prestigious fellowship from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Lan Tran '10 from Chesapeake, Va., was awarded $41,500 through the Greater Research Opportunities Undergraduate Fellowship.
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Diana Eck to give 2008 Cookson Lecture
The Cookson Religious Freedom Lecture Series
continues with a presentation by Dr. Diana L. Eck, one of the world's leading authorities on religious pluralism.
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Professor's research included in two new books
Dr. Terry Lindvall, C.S. Lewis Endowed Professor of Communications and Christian Thought, investigates the history of local cinema practices during the early 20th century.
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Graduate School Workshop
Virginia Wesleyan's Career Services Center will hold a "Graduate School Workshop" at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23 in the Shafer Room of the Boyd Dining Center. For more information, contact 757.455.3337 or
career_services@vwc.edu.
Annual Fund for Academic Excellence
The Annual Fund for Academic Excellence allows Virginia Wesleyan College to provide the finest education and interactive experience for all students. The fall semester has begun and the Annual Fund is providing our students with scholarship support, undergraduate research opportunities, library resources and other critical needs as they arise on campus. View the honor roll of donors or make a gift to support the 2008-09 Annual Fund.
Take a tour of Virginia Wesleyan College
Take a tour and see yourself, or someone you know, at Virginia Wesleyan College! Tours are available Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday tours (excluding holidays and VWC Days) will be offered at 11 a.m. beginning on September 6. For more information,
contact the Admissions Office at 800.737.8684, 757.455.3208 or admissions@vwc.edu.
Virginia Wesleyan establishes agreement with The Apprentice School of Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding - Newport News
This agreement will ease the transition for Apprentice School graduates who have taken community college courses and wish to attend Virginia Wesleyan. Read More
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Will Corr '94
Will Corr '94 is an artist who exhibits his paintings at shows across the United States. He received his Master of Fine Arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art in 2002. Will has taught at the Old Donation Center for the Gifted and Talented Summer Program in Virginia Beach, Va., as well as Salisbury University and the Maryland Institute College of Art. In 2007, Will participated in the Virginia Wesleyan College Alumni Art Exhibition. He uses a multitude of mediums from traditional oils to sawdust and asphalt to create his popular paintings on wood panels. In 2004, Will displayed his artwork in a solo exhibition at the Contemporary Art Center of Virginia where his work is part of the permanent collection. For more information about Will and his art, visit www.willcorr.com. |
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Where are they now?
Have you ever wondered about your roommate from freshman year, your teammate from the baseball team, or your friends from your fraternity or sorority? Why not reconnect with them through FishNet? With FishNet, Virginia Wesleyan's online community, alumni can search for old friends, see updates in class notes and send e-mail messages. It's easy, register and reconnect with someone today!
Find it with Goodsearch.com and support the Alumni Association
Need to find something on the web? Visit GoodSearch.com and raise funds for the Alumni Association while you're at it. GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue to the charities its users designate. Just go to www.goodsearch.com and be sure to enter "Virginia Wesleyan College Alumni Association" as the charity you want to support. GoodSearch.com, it's quick and easy- try it today and be sure to spread the word!
Alumni volunteers needed
Each year the Alumni Association sponsors events for alumni, faculty, current students and friends. We are looking for dynamic alumni to join the Alumni Association Volunteers. Our volunteers are a very essential part of the Marlin community. From helping with admissions events and freshmen move-in to serving on a committee and working at homecoming- we do it all! Be a part of our fun, hardworking group by filling out a volunteer form and sending it to the Office of Alumni Relations, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Drive, Norfolk, VA 23502-5599.
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Homecoming & Family Weekend 2008
Join Virginia Wesleyan students, alumni, parents, faculty and friends on Oct. 3-5 and experience a weekend full of great activities. From the alumni tailgate to athletic events, there is something for everyone. View the entire schedule of events and register today! ALUMNI: If you plan to attend the Homecoming Tailgate ONLY, you may pre-register online .
Reunion 2008
The Classes of '98 and '83 will celebrate their reunions on Saturday, Oct. 4. The Class of 1998 will celebrate its 10-year reunion at the alumni tailgate under the main tent. The Class of 1983 will mingle and catch up with fellow classmates that evening. View more details or contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 757.455.3298.
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John Haynes (1998) recently accepted a position as Director at Tidewater Wesley Foundation located in Norfolk, Va. John recently was employed at Bruen Chapel United Methodist Church as Senior Pastor.
Alice Cimino (2000) recently accepted a position at Virginia Wesleyan College located in Norfolk, Va., as Admissions Counselor/Events Coordinator. "After graduating from VWC, I held event planning positions at the Virginia Beach Convention Center and the Norfolk Scope."
Joshua Brown (2004) recently accepted a position at Virginia Wesleyan College located in Norfolk, Va., as Admissions Counselor. "After graduating from VWC, I completed a master's degree from Virginia Tech. I will be the counselor for new students from Richmond and Central Virginia."
Neil Reda (2004) recently accepted a position at Appalachian State University located in Boone, N.C., as Technical Director. He will be responsible for leading set construction in the Valborg theater scene shop, as well as designing and teaching classes for the department. Neil is beginning this job as he finishes his MFA in Theatre Pedagogy at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Beverli Dewberry (2005) and Tony Austin are happy to announce their engagement. The wedding ceremony will take place in Virginia Beach, Va.
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Friday, Sept. 12
7:30 p.m.
VWC Concert Series:
Carol Thomas Downing and Sporting Molly
Thursday, Sept. 18
11 a.m.
Election 2008 Series: U.S. Foreign Policy and Middle East Politics
Fri.-Sun., Oct. 3-5
8 p.m. Fri. & Sat.
2 p.m. Sat. & Sun.
Fall Theatre Production: "Little Shop of Horrors"
Thursday, Oct. 2
11 a.m.
Election 2008 Series: Three Perspectives on the Environment
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