https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features-list.php Virginia Wesleyan University News Releases en-us Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:57:24 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/freedom-from-fear-hearing-liberation-through-the-echoes-of-history Professor Sara Ann Sewell explores the sounds, sensations, and emotional realities of Holocaust liberation Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/earth-week-at-vwu-marlins-turn-passion-into-purpose From service to creative sustainability, a week of events invites the campus community to connect, learn, and give back to the planet Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/spring-alumni-weekend-2026-brings-marlins-home-again The eventful weekend offered a vibrant blend of celebration, tradition, and Marlin pride Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/spring-marlin-business-conference-leadership-reimagined Join the next generation of leaders April 13–16 for a week of innovation, insight, and opportunity Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/freedom-to-laugh-comedy-taboo-and-the-line-between-humor-and-harm-in-the-theatre Faculty panel explores how humor pushes boundaries—and why it matters Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/vwu-softball-to-host-16th-annual-strike-out-cancer Pitch in to support the Marlins in their fight against cancer on April 11, beginning at noon Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/are-you-free-to-trade-exploring-the-boundaries-of-economic-freedom VWU faculty member challenges assumptions about choice, access, and responsibility in today’s marketplace Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/unchained-waters-freedom-and-control-in-a-thirsty-world Faculty panel explores the global water crisis and the meaning of access, equity, and power Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/vwu-awarded-2026-2027-military-friendly-schoolsreg-designation The University takes pride in supporting the educational needs of veterans and those in active duty service Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/inaugural-life-raft-debate-showcases-the-value-of-academic-disciplines Faculty use wit, wisdom, and a touch of humor to argue what knowledge humanity can’t live without Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/deirdre-gonsalves-jackson-selected-as-recipient-of-virginia-businessrsquo-2026-c-suite-award The VWU provost and vice president is among 38 leaders honored for excellence, innovation, and impact across the Commonwealth Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/rooted-in-impact-marlins-day-of-giving Spring into action by helping VWU grow, connect, serve, and give back Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/mark-your-calendars-for-spring-alumni-weekend-april-10-11 Join the festivities at the Marlin Family Picnic, alumni games, class reunions, intercollegiate athletics, and more Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/carrying-freedom-the-hidden-history-of-the-purse-in-america Author and historian Kathleen B. Casey uncovers how something as ordinary as a purse became an extraordinary vessel of freedom Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/vwu-helps-shape-community-tradition-at-27th-annual-empty-bowls-charity-dinner Art students, faculty, and campus partners contribute to annual effort to fight hunger in Hampton Roads Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/shift-endangered-amp-extinct-languages-opens-at-norfolk-academy-showcasing-vwu-faculty Professors Derek Eley and John Rudel explore identity, memory, and meaning through the evolving power of language Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/vwu-celebrates-womenrsquos-history-month Mark your calendars for a month of reflection, empowerment, and community Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/world-affairs-council-of-hampton-roads-launches-new-democracy-series-at-vwu Featured speaker will be NPR’s Senior White House Correspondent Tamara Keith Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/honoring-black-joy-throughout-the-diaspora The campus community gathered for a student-centered celebration of culture, history, and identity Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.vwu.edu/about/news-and-events/features/story/a-dream-deferred-black-excellence-voice-and-resistance Students, scholars, artists, and community partners examine freedom through the lens of Black creativity Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000