Campus Events

This exhibition showcases a large array of artwork that spans the career of artist and VWU Faculty Emeritus Sharon Swift who retired from teaching at VWU in Spring 2024.

Derek Eley is an assistant professor of art at VWU. He is teaching his first semester at the university this fall. The exhibit is free and open to the public.

Virginia Wesleyan’s Career Development Program will host this STEM and Health Careers Expo and Networking Event. This is a smaller event, focused on introducing career, internship and volunteer opportunities to students and alumni interested in STEM and Health Careers.

Join us to learn more about full-time and part-time opportunities with employers who have a need for students who are creative, interested in Computers, Information Technology, Mathematics, Environmental and Medical Sciences, and Healthcare. This fair is open to all students, alumni, faculty and staff. Employers interested in participating must register through Handshake. Contact Alice Jones, Director of Career Development for more information (ajones@vwu.edu)

Website:
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VWU is honored to share that its guest speaker for its 2024 commemoration of Veterans Day is First Lieutenant Bobby Mazingo. A 2021 Virginia Wesleyan graduate, Bobby distinguished himself as a natural leader both in athletics and academics. As a two-time captain of the men's lacrosse team and active member of the Student Government Association, he left a mark on campus life. While pursuing his degree, he participated in Army ROTC, launching his military career. 

Following graduation, Bobby was commissioned as an Army Reserve Aviation Officer and completed training as a CH-47 Chinook pilot. Now based in Richmond, VA, he balances his role as a construction project manager with his continued service in the Army Reserve. Bobby is married to Hanna Hull, Class of 2020 (B.S.) and 2021 (M.B.A.), a three-time national softball champion and NCAA record holder for career wins. 

This year’s ceremony will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, November 11, on Godwin Lawn by our Veterans Memorial. A reception will follow in the lobby of Godwin Hall. Also, be sure to stop by the VWU Military Honor Tree, which is on display in the Jane P. Batten Student Center through November 11. You are invited to come and tie a ribbon on the tree to show your heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the troops. 

As a reminder, classes will be held and administrative offices will be open on Veterans Day.

Join the Student Counseling Center and Residence Life on November 18 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for a Friendsgiving event, with special considerations that honor Native American Heritage. Discover and taste test affordable, dorm-friendly meal ideas and meaningful ways to celebrate Thanksgiving while learning to be an ally and advocate for Indigenous communities. This event will focus on adapting traditional holiday practices to be more inclusive and mindful, providing resources and insights to continue supporting Native Americans year round.

The Virginia Wesleyan University Careers in Business Expo & Networking Event is a 1-day event hosted in collaboration with the Marlin Business Conference. This event designed to give VWU students and alumni an opportunity to explore careers in business while also connecting with potential employers for internships, volunteer opportunities and jobs after graduation. This event is scheduled for November 19th from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM in the Jane Batten Student Center. Join us to learn more about various organizations as well as internships, full-time, and part-time opportunities. This fair is open to all faculty, students and alumni. For more information feel free to contact Alice Jones, Director of Career Development (ajones@vwu.edu). Registration and details are available in Handshake.

https://vwu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/52662/student_preview?token=7R-LfiHmoYX70wONDHRR3PATJSUnGu90Ese07XPlDu1qTXlyHp7fxA

Off the Hook and Student Engagement will host a table display outside Boyd Dining Center that brings awareness to acts of violence against Indigenous people, especially missing and murdered women and children. Members of the community are invited to wear red to acknowledge their awareness and understanding.

Off the Hook & Student Engagement invite students to explore their creativity through clay making while also learning about the history and significance of clay and pottery making as an integral part of Native American culture. Evening event.

Join The Virginia Wesleyan Orchestra for their first concert under new musical director Alexander Chen, of the VSO. The Orchestra will perform a variety of classic and new works.   

Under the direction of Cory Franklin, the VWU Jazz ensemble will perform well known jazz standards, Funk, and Latin Jazz favorites.

Students from the directing course lead this festival presentation featuring one-acts spanning genres and topics. The wildly popular festival features casts of performers from across campus. Admission is free to all, but seating is limited to first-come, first-served.

Join Virginia Wesleyan Bravura, Camerata and Vox Vera for a concert of traditional and contemporary songs for the holidays.

Friday, December 6 at 7:30 p.m. & Saturday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m.

Join Virginia Wesleyan Bravura, Camerata and Vox Vera for a concert of traditional and contemporary songs for the holidays.

Friday, December 6 at 7:30 p.m. & Saturday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m.

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(No classes meet, Faculty offer alternative assignments)

This unique retelling of Shakespeare's classic is a collaboration between the VWU Theatre and Music programs. The fairies groove a cappella and the visual vibe can only be described as "far out, man." Join us for a spring production full of Peace, Love, and (Mis)Understanding.

This unique retelling of Shakespeare's classic is a collaboration between the VWU Theatre and Music programs. The fairies groove a cappella and the visual vibe can only be described as "far out, man." Join us for a spring production full of Peace, Love, and (Mis)Understanding.

Virginia Wesleyan Camerata, under the direction of Bryson Mortensen, presents their annual spring concert.

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Join Vox Vera for a fun evening of contemporary acapella music, from the Beatles to Stevie Nicks and more!

The Virginia Wesleyan Orchestra, will complete its first year under new musical director, Alexander Chen, with a Spring concert full of traditional classics and new modern works.

Under the direction of Cory Franklin, the VWU Jazz ensemble will perform well known jazz standards, Funk, and Latin Jazz favorites.