Virginia Wesleyan Named Among U.S. News 'Best Colleges'
Virginia Wesleyan University has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in three categories of its 2020 Best Colleges rankings, released September 9. The University is ranked 23rd in "Ethnic Diversity" among National Liberal Arts Colleges and is featured among U.S. News' "Best National Liberal Arts Colleges." New this year, VWU is also recognized as a "Top Performer on Social Mobility." This is the third consecutive year Virginia Wesleyan has been ranked among the top 25 most ethnically diverse National Liberal Arts Colleges. More

Wesleyan to Host Scholarship Fair  
September 21
Scholarship Sharing invites students of all ages to learn about funding higher education through scholarships, financial aid, and grants.  More  
 
Faculty Focus: Sharon Swift
Learn more about this professor's love of art and view her work in the Watts Gallery throughout September. More
 
Fall Schedule Announced for Westminster-Canterbury / Virginia Wesleyan Lifelong Learning Institute
Professor Terry Lindvall's new book, "God on the Big Screen: A History of Hollywood Prayers from the Silent Era to Today," is one of the nine topics that will be presented this fall in courses offered through the Westminster-Canterbury/Virginia Wesleyan Lifelong Learning Institute. The Institute is a unique partnership between the two organizations that was formalized in 2017.  More
VWU Concert Series      
The Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center hosts world-class artists, performers, musicians, and lecturers throughout the year as part of the VWU Concert Series. Red Priest performs on September 27 at 7:30 p.m. More   
      
 
Marlins in the Media  
President Scott D. Miller and VWU alumni Thomas Mills '15 and Kellie Adamson '16 were interviewed for the article, "Student media leaders forge relationships with new administrators," in College Media Review, Journal of the College Media Association; President Miller's announcement of a $250,000 donation from Harvey Lindsay Jr. to expand study of African American history and the establishment of a new esports program mentioned in Inside Business; VWU's Dining Services Team received a mention in Sodexo's Spring 2020 Engage Magazine for Employee Appreciation Day activities; "Virginia Wesleyan is among the 'Best Colleges' in the nation," in SouthsideDaily.
 
 
Just Released! 
It's been a BIG year! Catch up on the latest from Wesleyan in our new VWU Magazine.
Campus Events  
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The Constitution Past and Present: An Interactive Book Display in Hofheimer Library

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Marlin Spirit Day

October 4 - 6
Are You Ready for Marlin Spirit Day?
Wear your favorite VWU gear at home, at work, or at play for Marlin Spirit Day on Friday, October 4. We're looking for photos from alumni, students, faculty, staff, and VWU friends from around the world boasting your favorite Marlin shirts, hats, pants, blankets, diplomas, and more. Decorate your home or office or dress up your children and pets with Marlin gear and snap a picture. Post your favorites on social media using the #marlinspiritday. 
 
Need Marlin gear? Visit the University Store for all your Marlin favorites! 
 
Around Campus: Photo Galleries 
Connect with President Miller  
VWU alumni and friends from around the country connect with Virginia Wesleyan University President Scott D. Miller on his travels through a series of special events.  
 
View upcoming Presidential Events dates and cities, and for more information or to schedule an event in your area, email alumni@vwu.edu or call 757.233.8786.
 








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