Weather Update:

The University will be closed on Friday, February 21, due to weather conditions in our immediate area. All non-essential employees should work remotely from home.  Students should monitor their University email and check Blackboard for faculty instructions, as some classes will be conducted remotely. Essential personnel should report to campus as scheduled.

We anticipate returning to normal operations on Monday, February 24.

Additional Information

Annual Traditions

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.