Casino Night:
New students play roulette, black jack, and other casino games while competing for fun prizes.
Christmas Tree Lighting:
Students, faculty, and staff sing carols, light candles, drink hot cocoa and cider before lighting the tree. The highlight is a rousing rendition of the Twelve Days of Christmas.
First-Year Student Festival:
New students enjoy music, novelties, recreation, and food after move-in.
Fraternity & Sorority Life Recruitment:
The fraternities and sororities recruit new members.
Glow Party:
New students dance the night away under the glow of neon lights. Three dueling DJs provide the music.
Homecoming Court:
Students nominate Homecoming Court representatives from the first-year, sophomore, junior, and senior classes. The top nominees are crowned Marlin Royalty.
Homecoming Dance:
Students attend a dance with a DJ and photographer. Dress to impress!
Homecoming Tailgate:
Students and alumni enjoy live music, games, food and drinks. The tailgate takes place during athletic events.
Homecoming:
Alumni are invited back to campus to participate in a weekend of events.
Late Night Breakfast:
Students are served bacon, eggs, biscuits, and more as a final treat before exams begin. Faculty and staff help cook and serve the food.
Marlin Graduation Celebration:
Graduating students participate in Wesleyan Wednesday, Baccalaureate Services, a fun outing to a local venue, and Commencement.
Pub 'n Club:
A series of parties with a DJ, dancing, games, and food.
Spa a La Marlin on Reading Day:
Students enjoy free de-stress activities such as massages or giveaways and snacks before exams.
Spring Alumni Weekend:
Alumni are invited back to VWU to participate in a weekend of events.
Student Involvement Fair:
Student organizations and campus departments recruit students for opportunities for the upcoming year.
The Bobbies:
Student leaders and organizations are recognized for their achievements at these Student Leadership Awards
Veterans Day:
The campus hosts a ceremony to honor United States veterans.