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2026 Mavis McKenley ’11 Award Presented to Laila Jones '26

2026 Mavis McKenley ’11 Award Presented to Laila Jones '26

The annual award honors a student who embodies the ideals championed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Commemorating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Commemorating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Special events and activities honor the life of the influential civil rights leader, January 20–23

VWU Receives Prestigious 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

VWU Receives Prestigious 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

The University is one of 80 private universities in the nation to garner the recognition

Excelsis: A Batten Honors College Publication

Excelsis: A Batten Honors College Publication

The fall 2025 edition is now available online

2026 Ethics Bowl Team Prepares for Statewide Competition

2026 Ethics Bowl Team Prepares for Statewide Competition

VWU’s team will join students from 16 other VFIC colleges and universities to deliberate on Ethics and Business in February

December Graduates Celebrated During Winter Commencement Ceremony

December Graduates Celebrated During Winter Commencement Ceremony

President Scott D. Miller and Dr. Gonsalves-Jackson conferred degrees upon the Class of 2025

Marlins Make a Difference

Marlins Make a Difference

From volunteering to fundraising, giving back to the community has always been a Wesleyan tradition

Winter Graduates To Be Celebrated During Commencement Ceremony on December 13

Winter Graduates To Be Celebrated During Commencement Ceremony on December 13

After graduation, Julia Hathaway looks forward to launching her teaching career

VWU and WAUSM Launch New Partnership

VWU and WAUSM Launch New Partnership

This pathway provides a six-year fast-track option for aspiring MDs

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