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Researching the Mystery of MercuryDr. Elizabeth Malcolm is the sixth recipient of the Frank and Jane P. Batten Distinguished Scholar Award. |
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Expanding her boundaries Post-Graduation Carolina Solms-Baruth '09 is awarded a Fulbright grant for an English Teaching Assistantship in Germany. |
 Study Abroad: Connecting with China Heide Bojalad '10 attended classes at Nanjing University and immersed herself in the Asian culture. |
May |
The study of Aquatic Communities in Waterways Lan Tran '10 from Chesapeake, Va., is awarded a 12-week paid internship in New Jersey with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. |
 Spotlight on '09 GraduatesStudents from the Class of 2009 continue their education through full-time employment, volunteering abroad, and prestigious graduate programs and internships. |
International Negotiations in New York CityVirginia Wesleyan students represent the Syrian Arab Republic at annual National Model United Nations. |
Four continents in four years Sarah Tytler '09 continues to expand her cultural boundaries, teaching English in the Samoan Islands through the Peace Corps. |
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April |
Research: It's not just for grad students Fourth Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium showcases student research, April 27 – May 1. |
 2009 Senior Art Exhibition Senior art majors display their creative works April 24 – May 15 in the Neil Britton Art Gallery. |
Learner's PermitStudent teaching prepares Wesleyan students for full-time careers in education. |
 Out and AboutStudents learn outside of the traditional classroom with engaging academic courses. |
Restoring a National Treasure Students harvest and plant oysters during Wesleyan's alternative Spring Break Program, IMAGINE. |
March |
Visit Virginia Wesleyan on VWC Day!Open house program for all interested high school and transfer students, Saturday, April 4. Tour campus, meet with faculty and learn about financial aid opportunities. |
 The Odd Couple celebrates relationshipsStudents put a twist on the Broadway hit production, featuring an almost full female cast for Wesleyan's spring theatre production. |
Future Marlins: Graduate in Four Years... We Guarantee It! Incoming freshmen have the opportunity to save time and money by participating in Virginia Wesleyan's Four-Year Graduation Guarantee. |
 From Classroom to Residence HallNew Living & Learning communities enhance academic and social experience. |
Wesleyan fills Empty Bowls to support hunger efforts12th Annual Empty Bowls Charity Dinner benefits local soup kitchens and food pantries. 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 13. |
February |
Grand Opening of Neil Britton Art GalleryThe College dedicated the gallery during the opening reception of the 2009 Virginia Wesleyan Invitational on Friday, Feb. 20. |
Preparing students for the professional world Wesleyan's Career Services Center offers a variety of career programs and professional development this spring to help students and alumni jump start their post-graduate success. |
 Hofheimer Library ReopenedModernized library provides students with more resources and expanded study areas. |
Honoring the Best The College inducted and recognized the charter class of Virginia Wesleyan's Athletic Hall of Fame on Sat., Feb. 7. |
Virginia Wesleyan students go HollywoodStudents travel to Hollywood and explore the myths and realities of the motion-picture industry during Winter Session 2009. |
 Pluralism, Tolerance and FreedomThe Center's spring symposium explores religious tolerance. |
January |
Science professors research chemistry and biology Final part in a three-part series recognizing Virginia Wesleyan faculty who received 2008 development grants. |
Professors research history, literature and philosophy Part two of a three-part series recognizing Virginia Wesleyan faculty who received 2008 development grants. |
Recapping 2008 Faculty Summer Development GrantsProfessors use grants to conduct work in religion, culture and art. Part one of a three-part series. |
 2009 Winter Session Trips Faculty and students travel to New Zealand, Belize and Ghana. |
Winter Homeless Shelter 2009 marks the third year the campus opens its doors to the homeless for a week-long shelter. |