Virginia Wesleyan Feature Stories


Retiring Faculty Honored with Tree Plantings in Wilson Arboretum

The campus community gathered to pay tribute to Kathy Ames, Linda Ferguson, and Doug Kennedy

Student Delegation Represents Montenegro at National Model United Nations Conference

The 18-member delegation engaged in global diplomacy and debate in New York City

From Marlin Magic to Disney Dreams

VWU graduate heading to the most magical place on earth


La’Rae McCloud’s Commencement Journey

A Story of Struggle, Support, and Self-Discovery

A Legacy of Impact: Dr. Doug Kennedy Retires After Nearly Four Decades at VWU

Beloved professor leaves behind a legacy of mentorship, innovation, and global impact

Students Shine at Spring Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF)

Virginia Wesleyan celebrates innovation, insight, and impact


Student Awards Presented at 2025 Spring Honors Convocation

Annual ceremony recognizes students' exemplary academic, leadership and service achievements

Breanne Bessette '26 Wins Ryan Environmental Prize for Excellence in Research

VWU benefactors Prudence and Louis Ryan support third annual symposium

Bobby Levin Art Scholarship Established to Support Future Art Therapists

Honoring a remarkable legacy through art, healing, and student opportunity


2025 Employee Milestone Celebration

Thirty-four members of the campus community were honored for their service and dedication to VWU

Alumni Spotlight: Lindsay White, Class of 2022

The engineer, innovator, and passionate professional is making her mark in the U.S. Navy

Announcing 2025 Inductees to Athletic Hall of Fame

Four former athletic standouts and a Marlin benefactor will be recognized on October 4, 2025