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VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
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February 2020
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Virginia Wesleyan University inducted the twelfth class of its Athletic Hall of Fame recently during a special ceremony presented by TowneBank. Two university benefactors and four former Marlin athletic standouts were recognized at the ceremony. Jane P. Batten and George Y. and Sue Birdsong and the Birdsong families were honored for their outstanding philanthropic contributions of resources, time, and devoted support to the University's intercollegiate athletics program. The four former student-athletes, who represent the best of the best from Virginia Wesleyan's athletic history, are Victoria "Tori" Higginbotham-Abbey '14 (Softball, 2010-14), Jessica Edelman Gosnell '13 (Women's Soccer, 2009-13), Nancy Mattox Moore '00 (Women's Basketball and Softball, 1996-00), and Chris Yeager '94 (Men's Soccer, 1990-94). Congratulations to all!
Established in 2008, the Athletic Hall of Fame honors those who, by outstanding achievement in athletics, by service to athletics, or through significant contributions to athletics, have made lasting contributions to Virginia Wesleyan University's intercollegiate athletic program. View the photo gallery and read more here. |
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DR. SCOTT D. MILLER
Dr. Scott D. Miller is president of Virginia Wesleyan University. Respected as one of the most entrepreneurial higher education executives in America, he is in his 29th year as a university president. Dr. Miller has dedicated his career to the opportunities available through education. He especially values the small, classical, liberal arts college environment that offers students personalized pathways to life and career success. Previously, he was president of Bethany College (2007-2015), Wesley College (1997-2007), and Lincoln Memorial University (1991-1997). He was also Executive Vice President (1988-1991) and Vice President for Development (1984-1988) at Lincoln Memorial University and Director of College Relations and Alumni Affairs at Rio Grande College (now University) in Ohio. More
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 A daily blog by Dr. Miller |
 President Miller travels the country sharing his vision for the University and greeting Virginia Wesleyan alumni, friends, and partners of the institution. For additional details, visit the Presidential Events webpage. |
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President's Letter
A monthly communique from Dr. Scott D. Miller
Virginia Wesleyan University has been selected to receive the Carnegie Foundation's prestigious Community Engagement Classification. VWU is among 119 U.S. colleges and universities to earn the elective designation, which indicates institutional commitment to community engagement. Read more here.
Virginia Wesleyan president shares how leadership at a small institution took a series of bold actions to steer the campus toward greater relevancy and long-term viability.
In the supercharged, highly competitive arena of higher education, Virginia Wesleyan leadership has taken bold actions to steer the campus toward long-term viability. Read more in Dr. Miller's article "Position for Strength," published in Business Officer magazine.
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Virginia Wesleyan University Undergoes Transformation Thanks to Bold Leadership & Experienced Partner
Evolving profile: University status isn't the sole new feature at Virginia Wesleyan
2019 Inside Business Power List
VWU President Scott Miller and Trustee Howard Kern have been named to Inside Business' 2019 Power List. The list recognizes "movers and shakers" who are important to the future of our region.
The Virginian-Pilot and HuffPost
Column by Dr. Scott D. Miller
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Enrollment Manager
By Dr. Scott D. Miller & Dr. Marylouise Fennell
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College Planning & Management
By Dr. Scott D. Miller & Dr. Marylouise Fennell
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President to President: "The Next Big Thing"
Edited by Dr. Scott D. Miller & Dr. Marylouise Fennell
The sixth chapter is now available in the 2019-2020 series of President to President, a thought leadership publication. This year's series, "The Next Big Thing," explores how higher education institutions are responding to ever-evolving student and parent expectations, learning needs, shifting demographics, and more.
In this sixth chapter, "Innovating to Advance Success for Students' Diverse Needs" Webster University President Dr. Elizabeth (Beth) Stroble explores how the dynamic nature of modern higher education demands innovation and flexibility to meet students' needs and support their success. She describes how her institution helps students overcome barriers and achieve their long-term goals through unique programs that provide appropriate support, resources, and guidance.
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